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Democrats dig in on health care as threat of government shutdown looms

Preview: Congressional lawmakers have until the end of the month to try to reach a deal to avert a government shutdown.

OpenAI's spending spree is powering the tech industry. Oracle is the latest winner

Preview: Oracle’s stock surge and Broadcom’s breakout underscore OpenAI's influence across Silicon Valley.

Trump says he's ready to put 'major sanctions' on Russia if NATO nations do the same

Preview: President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to impose sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, but has so far held off from doing so.

UnitedHealth soars but Berkshire's new stake may still be in the red

Preview: Assessing the profitability of Berkshire's new UnitedHealth stake, Kraft Heinz falls as overhang looms, Buffett drops four notches on Forbes 400 ranking.

Inside the Panama Canal's mega-project plan to engineer its way through severe droughts of the future

Preview: For Panama Canal, drought is an economic and existential risk. New dam and land bridge projects will help trade move, but won't be ready before next El Niño.

Tim Cook explains why Apple is investing heavily in Corning's glass factory

Preview: Apple CEO Tim Cook told CNBC's Jim Cramer why his company is investing $2.5 billion to manufacture glass in Corning's Kentucky factory.

Apple, Google and Meta are trying to perfect a science fiction gadget: The universal translator

Preview: Apple, Google and Meta are capitalizing on advancements in AI to bring new translation features to their latest hardware devices.

Convenience stores are eating fast-food chains' breakfast

Preview: Fast-food chains are losing breakfast customers. Convenience stores are partially to blame.

Sachem Head is pushing for a Performance Food merger. Here's why a deal makes sense

Preview: While there is an opportunity to improve Performance Food's profitability, the main catalyst here is a potential merger with US Foods.

Chinese EV players take fight to legacy European automakers on their home turf

Preview: Chinese electric carmakers Xpeng and GAC this week signalled aggressive expansion plans in Europe.

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Trump Vatican envoy gifts Pope Leo birthday cake

Preview: President Trump’s Vatican envoy delivered a special birthday gift to Pope Leo XIV ahead of the pontiff’s 70th celebration on Sunday. Brian Burch brought a cake from Portillo’s, a popular Chicago food chain, to commemorate the U.S.-born pope’s first birthday as head of the Catholic Church, according to Reuters. Burch told the pope, "Portillo's sent...

Haberman: Trump ‘struggling’ after Kirk killing

Preview: New York Times White House correspondent Maggie Haberman on Friday said President Trump and his surrounding staff are “struggling” after the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. “So many people around President Trump are very close to Charlie Kirk. President Trump was very close to Charlie Kirk. And President Trump faced two assassination attempts, one...

Trump says he hopes nation will heal after Kirk assassination but claims ‘radical left’ an obstacle

Preview: President Trump, in a Saturday interview, said he hopes the nation heals after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, but blamed the “radical left” for being an obstacle in that healing. “I’d like to see it [the nation] heal,” the president said in a brief telephone interview with NBC News. “But we’re dealing with a...

Bullet engravings in Kirk investigation point to gaming, internet culture

Preview: The Charlie Kirk fatal shooting investigation has unveiled the alleged gunman’s ties to the internet and gaming culture amid a national uptick in political violence. The suspected shooter, Tyler Robinson, is currently being held in a Utah jail as the person responsible for Kirk’s death. Police said Robinson, 22, confessed to killing Kirk in private...

Maher on political violence: ‘Let’s not debate about who’s worse because plainly both sides do it’

Preview: Comedian Bill Maher on Friday said both political parties need to tone down the political temperature after the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. “The only way this starts to get better is if both sides admit, ‘Okay, let’s not have this debate about who started it. Let’s not debate about who’s worse because, plainly, both...

Sunday shows preview: Charlie Kirk assassination rocks nation

Preview: The killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk this week in Utah has rocked the nation. On Wednesday, Kirk, the co-founder of Turning Point USA, was speaking at an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah, when he was shot and killed. After a manhunt, that involved local, state and federal law enforcement, authorities identified...

Kirk assassination has chilling effect on campaign trail

Preview: The gruesome assassination of conservative activist and Trump ally Charlie Kirk is putting candidates on edge, creating a chilling effect among those meeting with constituents on the campaign trail as the nation grapples with a troubling rise in political violence. Kirk’s murder while speaking at an event at a Utah college on Wednesday reverberated across...

What to know about Utah Governor Spencer Cox

Preview: Utah Gov. Spencer Cox (R) has gained widespread attention for his remarks on the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The Republican has called the violent incident on the campus of Utah Valley University “an attack not just on an individual but on democratic principles.” Cox also gained traction after telling reporters he was...

Zelensky condemns Russian incursion in Romanian territory

Preview: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday condemned the presence of Russian drones in Romanian territory. The Kremlin’s air surveillance in Ukraine has persisted while unmanned aircrafts have been reported in neighboring nations this week. “The Russian military knows exactly where their drones are headed and how long they can operate in the air. Their routes...

America risks global credibility from human rights, immigration policy inconsistencies

Preview: The U.S. Department of State Human Rights Reports have been criticized for their length, issue coverage, bias, and inconsistency with U.S. migration policy, which could lead to the deportation of people to dangerous situations.

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'Couldn't believe it': Floridians emerge from Idalia's destruction with hopes to recover

Preview: After Hurricane Idalia made landfall on Wednesday, Florida communities are emerging to see its destruction with hopes and plans to recover.

Idalia downgraded to tropical storm after hitting Georgia, Carolinas, Florida: Updates

Preview: Downgraded to a tropical storm, what had been Hurricane Idalia powered across Georgia and the Carolinas on Wednesday evening.

Mitch McConnell to consult doctor after freezing, struggling to speak for second time this summer

Preview: The 81-year-old Republican Senate minority leader struggled to answer reporters' questions in Kentucky, requiring help and drawing questions about his health

LOOK: World record 92,003 fans watch Nebraska volleyball match at Memorial Stadium

Preview: Nebraska volleyball set a women's sports attendance record Wednesday night as 92,003 fans descended on Memorial Stadium to watch the match vs. Omaha.

At least 73 people dead after fire engulfs building occupied by the homeless in Johannesburg

Preview: At least 73 people died when a fire ripped through a multi-story building in Johannesburg overtaken by homeless people, authorities said Thursday.

Where did Idalia make landfall? Maps show damage, aftermath of storm's destructive path

Preview: As the storm moves away from the shore, it can cause an additional life-threatening hazard: inland flooding. Georgia and the Carolinas are at risk.

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Wall Street Banks Prepare to Sell Billions of Dollars of X Loans

Preview: Banks are hoping to sell the X debt at around 90 to 95 cents on the dollar.

Canada to Provide $720 Million to Canada Post to Avoid Insolvency at Mail Service

Preview: The Canadian government said it would provide extraordinary financing to Canada Post to avoid insolvency at the state-owned mail service.

Amazon Willing to Discuss Quebec Shutdown With Canadian Officials

Preview: Amazon.com said it is open to talks with officials from the Canadian and Quebec governments about the decision to shut down operations in the country’s French-speaking province, which would lead to 1,700 people losing their jobs.

Target Drops DEI Goals and Ends Program to Boost Black Suppliers

Preview: Once a stalwart supporter of Black and LGBTQ rights, the retailer joined corporate America’s retreat from DEI initiatives.

Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk

Preview: Find insight on Cnooc, YTL Power International, Ampol, and more in the latest Market Talks covering energy and utilities.

Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk

Preview: Find insight on CSX, Givaudan, Rio Tinto and more in the latest Market Talks covering basic materials.

Auto & Transport Roundup: Market Talk

Preview: Read about CSX, Magna International, Alaska Air and more in the latest Market Talks covering the auto and transport sector.

Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk

Preview: Find insight on Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena’s bid for Mediobanca, Travelers and more in the latest Market Talks covering financial services.

Novo Nordisk Shares Surge on New Obesity Drug Results

Preview: Novo Nordisk shares rose sharply after the Danish pharmaceutical giant said an experimental weight-loss shot helped patients lose 22% of their body weight in a clinical trial.

EU Conditionally Approves International Paper's $7.16 Billion DS Smith Buy

Preview: The European Commission said that the parties’ offer to sell five of International Paper’s plants in Europe fully addresses its competition concerns over the deal.