Russia plans withdrawal from European Convention preventing torture
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Day: August 26, 2025
CNBC Daily Open: U.S. wants equity in private businesses — staking its reputation
You wouldn’t associate “state-owned enterprise” with the U.S. But if White House gets it way it appears that the government’s stake in Intel is just the start.
Pierce County plane crash leaves two with minor injuries
The aircraft was on a test flight after receiving maintenance when it lost power.
Trump tells Fed’s Lisa Cook she’s fired; she says ‘he has no authority to do so’
President Donald Trump’s removal of a Federal Reserve governor could end up being challenged at the Supreme Court.
‘Enticing Trump’ — Europe and Ukraine’s $90 billion gambit to win over the White House
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Trump vows ‘substantial’ new tariffs, chip restrictions on countries with digital taxes
President Donald Trump said taxes on massive tech companies like Facebook, Google and Amazon are designed to “discriminate against” American technology.
Tisch is said to tell Bondi that New York doesn’t need National Guard
During the 30-minute meeting, held late Monday in Manhattan, Tisch noted the city’s record-low number of shootings and shooting victims, the official said.
India, Fiji To Boost Economic Partnership
India and Fiji have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with a strong emphasis on deepening economic and developmental partnerships. During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with his Fijian counterpart Sitiveni Rabuka in New Delhi, both leaders acknowledged the steady rise in bilateral trade and underlined the significant untapped potential for greater collaboration
Louisiana governor says there’s no sign of ‘imminent danger’ after fire at auto lubricant plant
Following a massive fire on Friday at an automotive lubricant plant in southeast, Louisiana residents are reporting soot on cars and oily residue in nearby bodies of water.
Trump fires Fed Governor Lisa Cook; accuses her of ‘potentially criminal conduct’
Donald Trump ousted Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, alleging mortgage fraud, a move contested legally. Cook denies wrongdoing, vowing to fight the dismissal. Experts question Trump’s authority, citing the Fed’s independence. This action, coupled wi…