1. JetBlue Fined for Chronic Flight Delays: The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) fined JetBlue $2 million for chronically delaying flights, marking the first time the airline has been penalized for this issue. [Link](
CNBC
JetBlue fined $2 million by DOT for 'chronically delayed flights'
The Department of Transportation said its $2 million fine against JetBlue was the first of its kind for chronically delayed flights.
) 2. GM Sales Increase in 2024: General Motors (GM) reported a 4% increase in sales for 2024, with trucks, SUVs, and electric vehicles (EVs) driving the growth. [Link](
Yahoo Finance
GM sales rise 4% in 2024, powered by trucks, SUVs, and EVs
GM reported strong fourth quarter and full-year 2024 sales results in the US, capping off a strong year for the Big Three automaker. GM’s results...
) 3. Alcohol and Cancer Warning Labels: The U.S. Surgeon General called for cancer risk warnings on alcohol labels, citing evidence that alcohol consumption is linked to at least seven types of cancer. [Link](
US surgeon general calls for cancer warnings on alcoholic drinks
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says warning labels should be updated to increase awareness of links to seven types of cancer.
) 4. Tesla, Ford, and GM Outperform Tesla in EV Sales: Tesla's EV sales growth was outpaced by Ford and GM in 2024, leading to an increase in their stock prices. [Link](https://www.barrons.com/articles/tesla-ev-stock-ford-gm-a3bf755d?siteid=yhoof2&yptr=yahoo) 5. Trump's Proposed Tariffs and Their Impact on Industries: Donald Trump proposed tariffs that could cost U.S. companies, with the automotive, tech, and retail industries being among the most vulnerable. [Link](https://www.barrons.com/articles/tariffs-trump-cost-companies-autos-tech-retail-7aa55d47?siteid=yhoof2&yptr=yahoo)
1. New Orleans Truck Attack: A terrorist attack occurred in New Orleans, Louisiana, where a pickup truck drove into a crowd of revelers, resulting in several injuries and one death. The attack was inspired by ISIS. [Link](
The Times of India
Is Isis still a threat? New Orleans attack inspired by the terrorist organization raises alarms - The Times of India
US News: Shamsud-Din Jabbar, an Army veteran, killed 15 people and injured dozens in a New Year's attack on Bourbon Street, New Orleans, inspired b...
) 2. Ukraine-Russia Conflict: There have been reports of a high number of casualties for Russia in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with Ukraine claiming that Russia lost 430,000 soldiers in 2024. [Link](
Al Jazeera
‘Highest price for war’: Russia lost 430,000 soldiers in 2024, says Ukraine
Casualties understood to have reached record levels last year as Russia seized less than 1 percent of Ukrainian lands.
) 3. US Net Neutrality Rules: The US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit struck down the Obama-era net neutrality rules, ruling that the Federal Communications Commission did not have the authority to enforce them. [Link](
Court strikes down US net neutrality rules
The ruling marks a significant moment in the long running battle over how to regulate internet providers.
) 4. Tesla Inc. and Elon Musk: Tesla CEO Elon Musk is considering suing media outlets over their coverage of the Cybertruck incident, and there are reports of Musk's investments being a threat to Italy. [Link](
RT International
Musk considers suing media over Cybertruck incident coverage
Elon Musk will consider suing media outlets for their coverage of the deadly explosion outside Donald Trump’s Las Vegas hotel
) [Link](https://fortune.com/europe/2025/01/03/elon-musk-investments-not-threat-italy/) 5. European Markets: European stock markets started the new year with a dip, following a choppy start to the trading year. [Link](
CNBC
European stocks close lower; Stellantis slides 4% after production plunge
European markets closed lower on Friday after a rocky start to 2025 for stocks around the world.
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1. New Orleans Attack and ISIS Radicalization: A veteran turned ISIS loyalist, Shamsud Din Jabbar, carried out a terror attack in New Orleans' French Quarter, injuring several people and killing two. Jabbar was inspired by ISIS and had a remote detonator for explosives. This event has raised concerns about ISIS's ability to radicalize Americans. [Link](
The Times of India
New Orleans terror attack: FBI releases chilling images of suspect Shamsud-Din Jabbar moments before rampage - The Times of India
US News: The FBI has released surveillance images of Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the 42-year-old suspect behind the deadly New Year's Day attack in New Orl...
) 2. China's Tech Sector and Economic Policies: Chinese stocks ended lower due to tech and caution over manufacturing data. The Chinese government announced plans to subsidize smartphone purchases to boost spending. [Link](
Barrons
Chinese Stocks End Lower, Weighed by Tech and Caution Over Factory Data
Chinese shares Closed lower, with the Shanghai Composite Index ending down 2.7% at 3262.56. The Shenzhen Composite Index closed 2.6% lower at 1907....
) 3. US Dollar and Trump Policies: The US Dollar has been riding high but could see a correction due to Trump's tariffs and potential policies. [Link](https://www.barrons.com/articles/strong-dollar-trump-tariffs-federal-reserve-monetary-policy-bd4c1cfb?siteid=yhoof2&yptr=yahoo) 4. Global Stock Market Trends: There's a shift towards playing defense as two stellar years for stocks come to an end. [Link](https://www.barrons.com/articles/two-stellar-years-stocks-play-defense-3bf1d22e?siteid=yhoof2&yptr=yahoo) 5. US Steel and Japan's Nippon: Biden plans to block a takeover bid of US Steel by Japan's Nippon, citing national security concerns. [Link](
Biden Blocks Takeover Bid of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon
The president said he was moving to protect national security in deciding the fate of the iconic Pennsylvania-based company, which became a content...
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1. New Orleans Terror Attack: On New Year's Day, a terrorist attack occurred in New Orleans, leaving multiple people dead and injured. The attack involved vehicles driving into crowds on Bourbon Street. The most relevant link is: <https://www.foxnews.com/us/new-orleans-attack-inside-bourbon-street-terrorists-houston-home> 2. Cybertruck Explosion in Las Vegas: A Tesla Cybertruck exploded at a hotel in Las Vegas, causing damage and injury. The incident is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, and the suspect, Army Green Beret Matthew Livelsberger, is believed to have died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound before the explosion. The most relevant link is: <https://fortune.com/2025/01/02/army-green-beret-matthew-livelsberger-las-vegas-cybertruck-explosion-gunshot-wound/> 3. Tesla Sales Decline: Tesla saw its first annual sales decline in a dozen years, with total vehicle deliveries falling by 4% in 2024 compared to 2023. The most relevant link is: <https://www.inc.com/associated-press/tesla-saw-its-first-annual-sales-decline-in-a-dozen-years/91102208> 4. White House Solar Panels: The solar panels installed on the White House during the Carter administration are still in use, providing power to the building. The most relevant link is: <https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/02/climate/jimmy-carter-solar-panels.html> 5. Biden Awards Medal to Liz Cheney: U.S. President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to former Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney for her courage and dedication to democracy. The most relevant link is: <https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/1/2/us-president-biden-awards-presidential-medal-to-trump-critic-liz-cheney?traffic_source=rss>
1. New Orleans Terror Attack and Cybertruck Explosion (Link: https://www.foxnews.com/us/new-orleans-terror-attack-causes-chaos-fears-escalation) - A terror attack occurred in New Orleans, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. The attacker had reportedly expressed support for extremist ideologies. Also, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded at a Trump Hotel, and investigations are ongoing to determine if there's a connection between the two events. 2. Israeli Strikes in Gaza (Link:
Al Jazeera
Israeli strikes kill at least 63 Palestinians across Gaza
At least 63 Palestinians have been killed by widespread Israeli attacks across Gaza, the deadliest day since October.
) - Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip resulted in the death of at least 63 Palestinians, according to reports. The strikes are part of an ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian militant groups. 3. Apple Stock Decline (Link: https://www.barrons.com/articles/apple-stock-iphone-sales-china-a2720688?siteid=yhoof2&yptr=yahoo) - Apple stock fell due to a combination of factors, including discounted iPhone sales in China and weak demand in the country. The tech giant is facing increased competition from domestic rivals and a slowdown in consumer electronics spending. 4. Global Market Volatility (Link:
Yahoo Finance
Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq fall as comeback bid falters and Tesla, Apple slide
Markets attempted to kick off the new year on the front foot as faith in techs reemerged.
) - Global stock markets, including the Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500, saw volatility as investors navigated the start of the new year. The markets are influenced by various factors, including economic data, geopolitical events, and company earnings reports. 5. U.S. Inflation Concerns and Interest Rates (Link:
Yahoo Finance
Average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage hits 6.91%, according to Freddie Mac, the highest since July
U.S. mortgage rates rose this week to the highest level since July. The benchmark 30-year fixed rate loan rate rose to 6.91% from 6.85% last week,...
) - The U.S. is experiencing rising inflation, as indicated by the increase in the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage to near 7%. This trend raises concerns about the Federal Reserve's monetary policy and its potential impact on economic growth.
1. Remote work impact on women's careers: The CEO of Nationwide, Debbie Crosbie, claimed that remote work has impeded women's careers in the UK banking industry during a surge in Remote Work Transition (RTO) amid the pandemic. (
Fortune Europe
Remote work impedes women’s careers, CEO of top U.K. bank claims amid industrywide RTO surge | Fortune Europe
“Being seen” is critical to career development, Debbie Crosbie said, arguing that remote work makes female employees appear absent.
) 2. Solana price surge: The price of Solana (SOL) surged above $200 following a $55 million SOL sale by Pump.fun. (
Cointelegraph
Solana price rebounds above $200 following Pump.fun’s $55M SOL sale
Solana’s price is up 10% from the $189 mark, following Pump. fun’s $55 million Solana transfer to the Kraken exchange.
) 3. US sanctions on Russia for Ukraine war: The debate over US sanctions on Russia for its involvement in the Ukraine war has intensified. (
Are Russian Sanctions Working? Debate Gains New Urgency With Trump.
The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.
) 4. Citigroup and BofA leaving Net-Zero Banking Alliance: Citigroup and Bank of America joined other US lenders in exiting the Net-Zero Banking Alliance. (
Yahoo Finance
Citigroup, BofA join US lenders in exiting Net-Zero Banking Alliance
They follow Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs, which both left the alliance earlier this month. Financial firms, historically criticized for their con...
) 5. New Orleans truck attack: At least 12 people were killed in a shooting rampage in New Orleans, with the suspected gunman, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, dying by suicide. (https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/gunman-killed-12-people-shooting-rampage-montenegro-dies-117262791)
1. Mass Shooting in New York: At least 11 people were shot at a nightclub in Queens, New York. This is being investigated as a mass shooting. (Link:
The Times of India
New York Nightclub Shooting: At least 11 people shot at Amazura in Queens nightclub | World News - Times of India
US News: Ten people, mostly teenagers, were injured in Queens, New York, as men fired over 30 shots into a crowd outside Amazura nightclub. Police ...
) 2. New Orleans Attack: A terrorist attack occurred in New Orleans where a man drove a truck into a crowd, killing at least 15 people. The attacker was killed in a shootout with police. (Link:
The Times of India
New Orleans Truck Attack: 'Twisted, horribly disfigured' bodies litter Bourbon street, eyewitnesses recall 'scene out of horror movie' | World News - Times of India
US News: New Year’s revelers in New Orleans were left in shock and horror after a truck plowed into the crowd on Bourbon Street, leaving twisted ...
) 3. South Korean Aviation Disaster: South Korean police raided the offices of Jeju Air after a deadly plane crash. (Link:
Fortune
South Korean police raid Jeju Air's office after country's worst-ever aviation disaster | Fortune
After Sunday's crash, South Korea announced that all Boeing 737-800 aircraft operated by the country's carriers would be subject to special inspect...
) 4. Bitcoin Price Surge: Bitcoin's price more than doubled in 2024 due to spot ETF approval and Trump euphoria. (Link:
Yahoo Finance
Bitcoin more than doubles in 2024 on spot ETF approval, Trump euphoria
Bitcoin more than doubled in 2024 driven by the U.S. markets regulator
) 5. Market Performance: The S&P 500 soared in 2024 despite a weak fourth quarter. (Link:
CNBC
CNBC Daily Open: S&P 500 soared in 2024 despite a weak fourth quarter
A brilliant start, a saggy middle and then a flat thud — but an astounding finish, nonetheless — that was the trajectory of the S&P 500 last year.
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1. New Orleans Attack: A vehicle plowed into a crowd of New Year's revelers in New Orleans, leaving at least 10 people dead and several injured. The incident is being investigated as a terrorist attack. (
Al Jazeera
At least 15 dead as a truck rams a New Year’s crowd in New Orleans
FBI authorities are investigating the attack as an act of 'terrorism' and have identified the suspect as a US citizen.
) 2. Tesla Cybertruck Fire: A Tesla Cybertruck caught fire outside Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, resulting in one death and several injuries. The incident is being investigated by the FBI. (
Los Angeles Times
FBI investigating deadly Cybertruck explosion at Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas
Las Vegas police investigating Cybertruck explosion outside Trump Towers
) 3. Bangladesh-India Ties: Bangladesh has expressed its intention to improve ties with India while also pushing for the return of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently in self-exile. (
The Times of India
Bangladesh: Will advance India ties while pursuing Hasina return | World News - The Times of India
South Asia News: Bangladesh will continue to pursue collaboration with India on mutual interests, while awaiting a response on the extradition requ...
) 4. Dungeons & Dragons Rule Changes: Controversial rule changes in the popular role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons have divided players, with some arguing that the changes undermine the game's core mechanics. (
The Times of India
Dungeons & Dragons' rule changes involving race and identity divide players | World News - Times of India
US News: While solving quests in Dungeons & Dragons, the gamers who role-play as elves, orcs and halflings rely on the abilities and personalities ...
) 5. Tesla Stock Slip: Shares of electric vehicle maker Tesla have slipped ahead of its Q4 delivery report, reflecting investor concerns about the company's performance and future growth prospects. (
Investopedia
Tesla Stock Slips Further Ahead of EV Maker's Q4 Delivery Report
Tesla shares reversed course and edged lower Tuesday, continuing recent declines ahead of its fourth-quarter delivery report.
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1. New Orleans Attack: A truck was intentionally driven into a crowd in New Orleans, resulting in at least 10 deaths. This incident is being investigated as a terrorist attack by the FBI. (Link:
RT International
New Orleans massacre an ‘act of terrorism’ – FBI
The FBI has said that it is probing a vehicle attack in New Orleans as a terrorist incident
) 2. Russian Gas Flow to Europe: Ukraine halted the flow of Russian natural gas to Europe, affecting several countries including Moldova. This move is seen as a response to Russia's ongoing tensions with Ukraine. (Link:
Ukraine stops transit of Russian gas to EU in end of era
The EU says most states will not be affected but other European countries, including Moldova, are facing shortages.
) 3. Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinians in Gaza resulted in the death of at least 17 Palestinians on the last day of the year. (Link: https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/israel-gaza-strikes-1.7421364?cmp=rss) 4. Taiwan Defense Budget: Taiwan's president vowed to boost the island's defense budget as threats from China continue to rise. (Link: https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/taiwan-president-vows-boost-islands-defense-budget-china-117245037) 5. Tesla Software Update: China has reportedly asked Tesla to update software for over 77,000 China-made cars. This follows regulatory concerns about Tesla's self-driving technology. (Link:
Yahoo Finance
China says Tesla to update software for over 77K China-made cars, Reuters says
China’s market regulator said that Tesla (TSLA) intends to repair software in 77,650 China-made Model 3 and Model Y vehicles over safety concerns...
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1. Multiple fatalities in New Orleans: A vehicle was driven into a crowd on Bourbon Street during New Year's celebrations, leading to multiple casualties. (References:
Fox News
Suspect identified after driver kills ten, injures dozens in Bourbon Street truck attack
At least 10 people are dead after a driver plowed a car into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans and then exited the vehicle and fired a weapo...
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New Orleans attacker acted alone, FBI now believes
The agency initially said it believed multiple people were involved the attack.
) 2. Gas supply halted between Russia and Europe: Russia ceased gas transit through Ukraine after a pre-war deal expired, potentially impacting European countries. (References: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/01/01/russia-gas-flow-europe-cut-ukraine/,
The Times of India
Russia ceases gas transit through Ukraine after over 30 years - Times of India
Rest of World News: The long-standing Russian gas transit through Ukraine has ended, impacting both nations financially. Ukraine's energy minister ...
) 3. Iran nuclear talks: Iran is set to hold nuclear talks with France, the UK, and Germany on January 13. (Reference:
Al Jazeera
Iran to hold nuclear talks with France, UK, Germany on January 13: Report
The next round of talks with European powers will take place one week before Trump's return to the White House.
) 4. Stock market performance: The US stock market, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average, experienced volatility during the final days of 2024, with some indices posting significant drops. (References:
Yahoo Finance
Stock market today: Dow drops 305 points as US stocks stumble into the new year
According to Fairlead Strategies founder Katie Stockton, the recent weakness in the stock market flashed a technical "sell" signal.
, https://finance.yahoo.com/news/dow-sinks-650-points-final-155000097.html) 5. Crypto regulation: China tightened oversight of crypto transactions by imposing new foreign exchange rules, affecting crypto trading. (Reference:
Cointelegraph
China tightens crypto trade oversight with new forex rules
China
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