Short sellers will have to report more data under new US SEC rules
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Friday agreed to roll out new rules aimed at boosting transparency of short selling, the controversial practice of betting against stocks that drew new scrutiny amid the GameStop saga. The rule...
2023-10-24 09:14:57
UN committee deadlocked on climate disaster recovery fund
representatives failed to secure a deal during late-night talks on how to implement a reparations fund for climate disaster recovery in developing nations. The " " would call on rich countries to finance the recovery of climate disasters th...
2023-10-24 09:14:51
Biden seeks $105 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, border
The Biden administration on Friday requested more than $105 billion from Congress to support the security needs of Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan and the U.S. southern border. President 's biggest request in the package is more than $61 billion fo...
2023-10-24 09:07:50
Trump fraud trial: Ex-president fined for violating gag order
A New York judge fined Donald Trump $5,000 on Friday after threatening the former president with jail time for violating a partial in his civil trial. But Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Arthur Engoron warned that future violations will subje...
2023-10-24 09:07:43
Trump Georgia election case: Kenneth Chesebro pleads guilty
Trump campaign attorney Kenneth Chesebro agreed to plead guilty Friday to a felony charge in the Georgia election interference case against . The deal with Chesebro, who was accused of advancing a plot to challenge Trump's loss in the 2020...
2023-10-24 09:07:00
White House announces 31 tech hubs to focus on AI, clean energy and more
WASHINGTON — The White House on Monday announced it is designating 31 technology hubs in an effort to improve American competitiveness in the technology sector. The hubs will be able to compete for $40 million to $75 million each in grant...
2023-10-24 09:06:52
Biden tech hubs aim to boost investment across U.S.
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on Monday named 31 regions spanning 32 states and Puerto Rico as technology hubs, a move by the White House to spur private investment and create jobs. President Joe Biden announced the program along...
2023-10-24 09:06:45
Hardball tactics by Jordan allies backfires in House speaker’s race
An aggressive campaign by 's supporters is sparking backlash from Republican holdouts, making it harder for him to become the next House speaker. Several GOP lawmakers, as well as one member's spouse, have reported a barrage of calls and me...
2023-10-20 10:36:08
Biden pick for Israel envoy Jacob Lew faces tough questions on Iran
WASHINGTON — , President 's nominee for ambassador to Israel, defended his handling of Iran policy in the Obama administration on Wednesday at his Senate confirmation hearing. "This whole thing is about Iran," said Sen. James Risch, R-Ida...
2023-10-20 10:36:02
Trump fraud trial: NY AG wants evidence review after alleged lie
New York Attorney General Letitia James' office suggested Thursday that the Organization failed to produce evidence in the $250 million trial of and his company, citing a recent accusing a key of lying under oath. The AG's office said in a...
2023-10-20 10:35:56
U.S. issues 'worldwide caution' as tensions in the Middle East soar
WASHINGTON — The U.S. State Department issued a on Thursday due to soaring tensions in the Middle East and elsewhere triggered by the ongoing . Citing the "potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. ci...
2023-10-20 10:35:50
CFPB pushing to give consumers more control over their financial data
WASHINGTON — The on Thursday proposed a to increase competition among banks by requiring the transfer of customer data upon request. The Personal Financial Data Rights rule would ensure consumers' legal right to their checking and prepaid...
2023-10-20 10:35:45
Calls grow to elect McHenry temporary House speaker
With Rep. 's candidacy for in doubt Wednesday, a growing number of Republicans and Democrats were coalescing around a plan to formally elect Rep. Patrick McHenry as speaker pro tempore, to allow to perform basic functions. Jordan, who has n...
2023-10-19 09:24:18
Biden will seek 'unprecedented' Israel aid package
UNITED NATIONS — President reaffirmed America's commitment to Israel on Wednesday in Tel Aviv, where he blamed a deadly hospital blast on militants inside Gaza. "Based on the information we've seen to date, it appears it was a result of a...
2023-10-19 09:24:13
Jim Jordan should end speaker bid: Chris Christie
Rep. should get ready to move on, according to fellow Republican Chris Christie. Before to win the House speaker's gavel, Christie, who's running for the GOP presidential nomination, told CNBC that the Ohio Republican should step aside from...
2023-10-19 09:24:07