1. Floyd Mayweather Attack in London: Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather addressed rumors of an attack by an angry mob in London over his support for Israel. The incident reportedly took place at a nightclub. (Source:
Fox News
Floyd Mayweather addresses ‘rumors’ he was punched in attack by angry mob in London over Israel support
Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather denied being physically assaulted during a confrontation with an angry mob in London this week that reportedly was ...
) 2. Clean Power Question Mark: Former President Donald Trump's plans for clean power are expected to throw the US clean power sector into question. (Source:
Al Jazeera
Trump will throw US clean power into question
Donald Trump's election sent clean energy stocks tumbling, and some firms have paused investments.
) 3. Albertsons and Kroger Merger: Albertsons has given up on its $24.6 billion merger with Kroger and instead filed a lawsuit against the grocery chain, alleging that Kroger did not do enough to get the deal approved. (Source:
Fortune
Merger meltdown: Albertsons sues Kroger over $24.6 billion deal gone sour | Fortune
The move came the day after two judges halted the merger in separate court cases.
) 4. Wall Street Surprised by Walgreens Buyout Approach: Sycamore Partners' approach to taking over Walgreens has surprised Wall Street. (Source:
ZeroHedge
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) 5. Elon Musk's Net Worth: Elon Musk's net worth surpassed $400 billion, making him the richest man alive. (Source:
Fortune
Elon Musk’s net worth tops $400 billion, a historic first | Fortune
The most recent catalyst was an insider share sale of his privately held SpaceX, which boosted Musk’s net worth by roughly $50 billion in one f...
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1. Syrian Conflict and Al-Assad's Ouster: This event involves the ongoing civil war in Syria and the potential ouster of President Bashar al-Assad. Several articles discuss the fallout of al-Assad's departure, including the Biden Administration looking to reinforce US-China ties ahead of Trump's return (NYT), a reaction from Syrian refugees who had left the country (NPR), and a sense of what is to come for Syria from rebel-controlled Aleppo (NYT). [Link 1:
Biden Administration Looks to Reinforce U.S.-China Ties Ahead of Trump’s Return (Published 2024)
Senior Treasury officials are holding a final round of talks with a new round of economic volatility on the horizon.
, Link 2: https://www.npr.org/2024/12/11/nx-s1-5221666/syria-refugees-reaction-assad-future, Link 3: https://www.npr.org/2024/12/11/nx-s1-5223661/sednaya-prison-was-where-assad-regime-would-make-syrians-disappear-without-trial] 2. Trump's Return to the White House: Multiple articles discuss the return of former President Donald Trump to the White House, including its potential impact on US-China relations (NYT), an interview with Prince William (NYT), and the controversy surrounding his potential involvement in business policies (Fortune). [Link 1:
Biden Administration Looks to Reinforce U.S.-China Ties Ahead of Trump’s Return (Published 2024)
Senior Treasury officials are holding a final round of talks with a new round of economic volatility on the horizon.
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Trump’s Admiration for Royals Could Make Them a Potent Diplomatic Tool (Published 2024)
A meeting between President-elect Donald J. Trump and Prince William showed Britain’s hope that the Windsors could help safeguard relations with ...
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Yahoo Finance
Kinder Morgan Expects to Continue Growing Its High-Yielding Dividend in 2025
Kinder Morgan (NYSE: KMI) recently revealed its financial expectations for the upcoming year. The natural gas pipeline giant foresees its earnings...
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Yahoo Finance
TSMC Reports Strong Revenue Growth Amid Monthly Dip
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM) has released an update. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported a significant revenue o...
, Link 3: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/chinas-catl-build-us-4-082525029.html] 4. Geopolitical Tensions: Several articles discuss geopolitical tensions, including China deploying warships after Taiwan's president's trip to Hawaii and Guam (ZeroHedge), a potential aerial attack on a Russian oil depot in Ukraine (AlJazeera), and a fight over the future of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict (CBC). [Link 1:
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Al Jazeera
Ukraine says aerial attack sparks fire at key Russian oil depot
Local governor says fire extinguished after Ukraine claims attack on site that fuels pipeline for military supplies.
, Link 3: https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/israeli-airstrikes-kill-at-least-31-palestinians-in-gaza-medics-say-1.7407195?cmp=rss] 5. Cryptocurrency and Technology: Several articles discuss cryptocurrencies and technology, including the potential correction of Bitcoin's price due to a gold fractal (CoinTelegraph), the regulatory boost for Ripple (Barrons), and the potential decbanking of Silicon Valley (Fortune). [Link 1:
Cointelegraph
Is Bitcoin topping out? Gold fractal hints at 35% BTC price correction ahead
Bitcoin’s performance against gold has hit resistance levels that historically align with the start of 2018-2019 and 2021-2022 bear markets.
, Link 2: https://www.barrons.com/articles/xrp-ripple-crypto-trump-a24dfb63?siteid=yhoof2&yptr=yahoo, Link 3:
Fortune
As accusations of 'debanking' grip Silicon Valley, the crypto industry is still waiting for a smoking gun | Fortune
Did regulators prevent banks from working with crypto companies and founders for political reasons?
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1. Syria Crisis: The Syrian crisis continues to dominate headlines, with the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad, Israeli airstrikes on Syrian military bases, and the formation of a transitional government. The situation in Syria is complicated by the involvement of various regional and international actors, including Israel, Iran, and Turkey. (
The Times of India
'We will respond forcefully': Netanyahu warns Syria's new regime against hosting Iran or arming Hezbollah - Times of India
Middle East News: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warned Syria's new regime against allowing Iran or Hezbollah to gain influence, threatening forc...
) 2. UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder: The murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the arrest of Luigi Mangione, a former employee, has been a major news story. Mangione, who is being hailed as a hero by some, is accused of planning and executing the murder. (
The Times of India
Suspect held for UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder an Ivy League grad, saw self as hero - The Times of India
US News: Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old with an impressive academic and professional background, has been arrested for the assassination of UnitedHe...
) 3. US-China Tensions: The tensions between the US and China are ongoing, with recent news about China's top chip design tool maker ceding control to a state-owned firm after US blacklisting, and China's warnings against Taiwan "separatist" activity. (
Yahoo Finance
China
China
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The Times of India
China warns against Taiwan 'separatist' activity: All you need to know - Times of India
China News: China's military conducted extensive air and naval activities near Taiwan, prompting the island's defense ministry to activate an emerg...
) 4. US Inflation Data: The US inflation data is a significant event in the business and economy sector. Recent news indicates that stocks are settling in for a nervous wait on the US CPI. (
Yahoo Finance
Global shares, greenback rise as inflation data reinforce rate cut expectations
Global shares and Wall Street indexes rose on Wednesday after an in-line inflation reading kept intact bets on the Federal Reserve cutting interest...
) 5. South Korea's Martial Law: The declaration of martial law in South Korea and the subsequent raid of President Yoon's office has been a major news story. The situation is complex and involves allegations of corruption and misuse of authority. (https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/10/world/asia/south-korea-presidential-office-raid.html)
1. Syrian Conflict and Fall of Assad Regime: - Summary: The Syrian conflict, which began in 2011, has led to the fall of the Assad regime. The situation is now causing unrest and uncertainty, as well as concerns about potential refugee claims in countries like Canada and Syria's reconstruction. - Relevant Link: <https://globalnews.ca/news/10910838/assad-ouster-syria-refugee-claims-canada/> 2. UnitedHealthcare CEO's Murder Investigation: - Summary: The investigation into the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Marc Benioff's brother-in-law, Dr. Michael Mangione, has been in the headlines due to the suspect's outbursts and potential motivations. - Relevant Link: <https://www.foxnews.com/us/unitedhealthcare-ceo-murder-suspect-has-outburst-outside-pennsylvania-courthouse> 3. Gamestop's Profitability Despite Revenue Dip: - Summary: Gamestop reported a profit despite a decrease in revenue, indicating positive financial performance for the video game retailer. - Relevant Link: <https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gamestop-swings-profit-despite-revenue-213905364.html> 4. Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Developments: - Summary: MARA Holdings, a bitcoin mining company, purchased more Bitcoin and reached a significant hashrate milestone. Additionally, MicroStrategy and Eric Trump have discussed Bitcoin as a hedge for real estate investors. - Relevant Links: <https://cointelegraph.com/news/mara-buys-more-bitcoin-crosses-hashrate-milestone?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound> <https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/eric-trump-states-bitcoin-is-the-ultimate-hedge-for-real-estate-investors> 5. United States Border Control and Immigration Policies: - Summary: The Biden administration is reportedly planning to block a potential acquisition by Nippon Steel of U.S. Steel, and a merger between Kroger and Albertsons has been blocked by a court. Additionally, there have been developments in the case of human smugglers charged for a deadly 2021 crash. - Relevant Links: <https://finance.yahoo.com/news/biden-plans-block-nippon-steel-204229673.html> <https://kroger.com/newsroom/kroger-albertsons-merger-blocked-by-court> <https://www.foxnews.com/politics/six-human-smugglers-arrested-connection-2021-crash-killed-dozens>
1. UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder: Suspected killer Luigi Mangione's mugshot released, customer recounts moment of encounter (
Fox News
Suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione mugshot released
Fox News Digital obtained new mugshot photos of Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in N...
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Customer recounts moment he saw CEO murder suspect
Larry had been joking with his friends about a man who looked like the suspect.
) 2. Syria's Assad Regime Collapse: Renewed push to find missing Austin Tice, US indicts ex-military officials for Syria abuses (
Fox News
Collapse of Syria’s Assad regime renews US push to find Austin Tice
The fall of the Bashar al-Assad and the mass liberation of numerous notorious prisons in Syria has brought renewed hope for the location and return...
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Al Jazeera
‘Step towards justice’: US indicts ex-military officials for Syria abuses
Officers Jamil Hassan and Abdul Salam Mahmoud behind torture of detainees, including US citizens, prosecutors say.
) 3. Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies: Eric Trump confident in Bitcoin hitting $1 million, Microsoft shareholders vote 'no' on Bitcoin reserve (
Bitcoin Magazine
Eric Trump Confident Bitcoin Price Will Hit $1 Million
Eric Trump confidently predicts Bitcoin will reach $1 million, emphasizing its scarcity and global potential as early adopters stand to gain the most.
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ZeroHedge
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) 4. Market and Business News: Walgreens shares spike on private-equity interest, 3 stocks projected to bounce back in 2025 (
CNBC
Walgreens shares pop on report pharmacy chain could sell itself to PE firm Sycamore
Walgreens and Sycamore have been discussing a deal that could be completed early next year, The Wall Street Journal reported.
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Yahoo Finance
3 Stocks That Should Bounce Back in 2025
A third of the market is trading lower this year. Some of the laggards can lead the way higher in 2025.
) 5. Climate and Environment: Arctic Tundra Helping Warm Earth, Rod Stewart Announces Farewell Tour (
Arctic Tundra Has Long Helped Cool Earth. Now, It’s Fueling Warming. (Published 2024)
Wildfires and thawing permafrost are causing the region to release more carbon dioxide than its plants remove, probably for the first time in thous...
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Fox News
Rod Stewart seen in rare family photo after announcing farewell tour
Rod Stewart posed for photos while shopping for a Christmas tree with his two youngest sons, Alastair and Aiden, along with their mother and his wi...
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1. Brazil's President Lula Undergoes Emergency Brain Surgery: Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva underwent emergency brain surgery following a fall in October. He is currently stable in the intensive care unit. (Brazil's Lula in Intensive Care After Emergency Brain Surgery: https://time.com/7201045/brazil-lula-emergency-brain-surgery/) 2. South Korea's Martial Law and Yoon's Future: South Korea declared martial law following protests against President Yoon Suk-yeol's handling of an alleged sexual assault case. Opposition leader Lee Jae-myung is gaining support to replace Yoon. (South Korea Martial Law Fallout: What to Know on Yoon’s Future:
Martial Law Fallout Raises Questions South Korea Has Never Dealt With Before (Published 2024)
The president faces an accusation of insurrection and, in a first for a sitting leader, the possibility of arrest. Here’s what to know about his ...
) 3. Israeli Political Crisis: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu began testifying in his corruption trial, denying the charges as "an ocean of absurdness." (Netanyahu begins testifying in his corruption trial, calls charges 'ocean of absurdness': https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/netanyahu-corruption-trial-begins-1.7406101?cmp=rss) 4. Tesla Stock and Elon Musk: Tesla stock saw a record high and a pullback, with Elon Musk warning Republicans who oppose his positions that he will fund primary challenges against them. (Tesla Stock Rises Then Slides. A Record High Remains In Sight: https://www.barrons.com/articles/tesla-stock-price-path-record-high-f5e5a8e7?siteid=yhoof2&yptr=yahoo) 5. Nvidia Antitrust Probe in China: Chinese regulators launched an antitrust probe into Nvidia, potentially adding to trade tensions between China and the U.S. (Nvidia slapped with a Chinese antitrust probe as Beijing collects ‘bargaining chips’ ahead of Trump’s return:
Fortune
Nvidia slapped with a Chinese antitrust probe as Beijing collects ‘bargaining chips’ ahead of Trump’s return | Fortune
An analyst from consultancy firm Trivium China thinks Beijing is preparing for some tough negotiations ahead as Trump returns to the White House.
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1. UnitedHealthcare CEO Killing Charge: Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old real estate heir, was charged with murdering Brian Thompson, the UnitedHealthcare CEO. The incident took place in New York City. (Link:
Fortune
New York prosecutors charge Luigi Mangione, 26, with UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder | Fortune
Manhattan prosecutors filed murder and other charges against Mangione, according to an online court docket.
) 2. Chinese Antitrust Investigation of Nvidia: Chinese regulators launched an antitrust probe against Nvidia, alleging the U.S. chipmaker has a monopoly in the AI chip market. This move is seen as retaliation against U.S. regulators who have investigated Chinese tech companies for antitrust violations. (Link:
Global News
Nvidia faces Chinese antitrust probe, move seen as retaliation against U.S. - National | Globalnews.ca
Beijing&#039;s statement did not elaborate on how the U.S. company, known for its artificial intelligence and gaming chips, might have violated Chi...
) 3. Syrian Conflict: A power struggle between the Syrian government and various rebel groups continues. The situation remains tense, with Syrian asylum seekers facing challenges, and European countries temporarily pausing asylum claims. (Link: https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/european-countries-pause-asylum-claims-116621583) 4. Bitcoin Price Volatility: The price volatility of Bitcoin dropped significantly, with the realized profit metric dropping by 76%. This could potentially lead to less abrupt price changes in the future. (Link:
Cointelegraph
Bitcoin tumbles will be ‘less abrupt’ after realized profit drops 76%
Bitfinex analysts said in a report that “with such a decline in realized profit and sell-side pressure, we can expect future declines to be less ...
) 5. U.S. Economic Slowdown: China's exports and imports missed expectations in November, indicating a slowdown in the country's economy. This has raised concerns about the global economic outlook, as China is a major trading partner for many countries. (Link: https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/chinas-exports-imports-trade-november-116621583)
1. Syrian Conflict and Fall of Bashar al-Assad: The Syrian conflict continues to dominate headlines, with recent news of Syrian rebels taking over Damascus and the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad. The situation has major political and geopolitical implications, with countries such as the US, Russia, and Israel involved. [Link:
U.S. Scrambles to Navigate Perils of a New Syria (Published 2024)
The Biden administration is relying on Turkey to convey messages to Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, which toppled Bashar al-Assad but is designated by the U....
] 2. Oracle Earnings Miss and Stock Drop: Oracle Corporation reported second-quarter earnings and revenue that missed expectations, leading to a significant drop in its stock price. This is a significant event in the tech and business world, as Oracle is a major player in the software and cloud computing industries. [Link: https://www.barrons.com/articles/oracle-orcl-q2-earnings-report-2025.html] 3. UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder Investigation: The investigation into the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has taken a new turn with the arrest of a computer programmer named Luigi Mangione. This high-profile crime has been a topic of interest in both business and crime news. [Link:
The Times of India
UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder: Video of nabbed suspect Luigi Mangoine giving speech at school’s Founder's Day goes viral - Times of India
US News: Luigi Mangione, once a celebrated Gilman School valedictorian with aspirations in AI, is now a person of interest in the murder of UnitedH...
] 4. Israel-Syria Tensions: Israel has been carrying out a series of air strikes across Syria, targeting bases and equipment linked to the Syrian regime and its allies. This has led to a significant escalation of tensions between the two countries. [Link:
Israel carries out dozens of air strikes across Syria, reports say
Israel says it is acting to stop weapons falling "into the hands of extremists" following the end of Assad's regime.
] 5. Amazon's AI Efforts: Amazon's top AI executive, Rohit Prasad, has stated that concerns about AI reaching a 'wall' are overblown, and that Jeff Bezos is very involved in the company's AI efforts. This is a significant development in the world of AI and technology. [Link:
Fortune
Amazon’s top AI exec says industry concerns that LLMs have ‘hit a wall’ are overblown. Says Jeff Bezos ‘very involved’ in AI efforts | Fortune
Speaking at Fortune’s Brainstorm AI conference in San Francisco, Amazon SVP and head of Artificial General Intelligence Rohit Prasad dismissed co...
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1. UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooting: A man was shot and killed at the headquarters of UnitedHealthcare in Minneapolis. The suspect, who is currently under investigation, was reportedly carrying a gun resembling those used for animal euthanasia (Fortune). [Link:
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Al Jazeera
How Assad held power while Syria crumbled
For over two decades, Bashar al-Assad ruled Syria. Al Jazeera’s Saba Al-Kasim looks at how.
] 3. Mondelez Exploring Hershey Takeover: The maker of Oreo cookies and Cadbury chocolates is considering buying Hershey, according to reports, as it looks to expand its junk food empire (ZeroHedge). [Link:
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] 4. Bitcoin Purchases by MicroStrategy: MicroStrategy, a business intelligence firm, announced that it had purchased an additional 21,550 bitcoins for $2.1 billion, continuing its aggressive investment in the digital currency (Yahoo Finance). [Link:
Yahoo Finance
MicroStrategy Makes Another Large Bitcoin Purchase, Buying 21,550 BTC for $2.1B
This latest buying spree brought the company
] 5. Delta Gate Agent Alters Seat Assignments: A Delta Air Lines passenger shared an unusual experience where a gate agent made changes to their seat assignments in an attempt to accommodate a family traveling together (Fox News). [Link:
Fox News
Delta passenger shares rare move made by gate agent who altered seat assignments on flight
A passenger on Delta Air Lines flying out of St. Louis, Missouri, posted a photo showing a smart move by a gate agent when it came to seat assignme...
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