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The new Marvel film "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" opens with an impressive $355 million box office in the US, approaching the record set by "Avengers: Endgame."
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The finance ministries of the USA and Japan have conducted a joint intervention to support the yen and emphasize their readiness to take further steps if necessary.
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Republican Senator Bernie Moreno demands that Max Miller should not serve in the US House of Representatives and emphasizes his need for psychological help.
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The British pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca is considering a merger with its US rival Bristol Myers Squibb, which could mark one of the largest transactions in the industry.
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After the cancellation of a planned US military strike on Iran, oil prices fell by over 4 percent as geopolitical risks were reassessed.
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Traders increasingly rely on AI-driven bots and specialized technologies to act faster and more precisely than the competition on prediction markets.
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Starting August 3, 2026, stricter regulations for mortgages on condominiums will come into effect, potentially causing delays and denials in loan approvals.
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Trump Media and Technology Group has introduced a new paid data service that provides customers with faster access to Donald Trump's posts on Truth Social.
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At the center of a labor conflict in Washington, D.C. are Uber and Waymo, who disagree over the use of autonomous vehicles – a dispute with far-reaching consequences for the industry.
Bild: Stephen Leonardi / Pexels · Pexels LizenzShell, Exxon, and Chevron achieve exceptionally high profits in the second quarter of 2026, driven by persistently high crude oil prices and robust demand.
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Brazil relied decades ago on industrial settlements in the Amazon region – a strategy with mixed results for the economy and the environment.
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The US government under Donald Trump is approaching a crucial deadline for implementing an AI executive order, while leading technology companies drive the discussion on regulation and innovation.
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Donald Trump has filed an appeal against a court ruling that dismissed his lawsuit against the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and reprimanded his attorney.
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The legal dispute over damages to the Reflecting Pool in Washington D.C. was settled after the cause was traced back to faulty installation.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook emphasizes the importance of a hybrid AI strategy and announces paid AI services via iCloud.
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After a three-year preparation phase, fast-fashion provider Shein has completed its IPO in Hong Kong, but investors are skeptical about the valuation of over 40 billion US dollars amid stagnant growth and regulatory challenges.
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China's exports to the US declined again in July, indicating slowed factory activity and ongoing trade uncertainties.
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Samsung Electronics reports higher-than-expected operating profit for the second quarter of 2026, driven by rising demand for AI semiconductors.
Bild: Jeremy Waterhouse / Pexels · Pexels LizenzThe US Energy Committee is demanding comprehensive information and an inspection of SpaceX's AI data centers in Memphis to review energy consumption and infrastructure.
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Meta Platforms continues to expand its presence in India, as especially the younger generation uses Instagram as a central medium for political protests against the government.
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The recent decision by the US Federal Reserve points to an impending interest rate increase, presenting new challenges for investors and markets.
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Deutsche Bahn reports a significant profit and rising passenger numbers for the first half of 2026 – an important turning point for the company.
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A surprising ballistic missile strike by Iran on US troops in the Middle East has escalated geopolitical tensions and is impacting global energy supply.
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The US Supreme Court has rejected former President Donald Trump's request to overturn a $83.3 million damages payment to E. Jean Carroll.
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