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Social Media Giant X Shuts Down Operations in Brazil Due to Legal and Censorship Issues
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Social Media Giant X Shuts Down Operations in Brazil Due to Legal and Censorship Issues

More news - Latest news MEXICO CITY — Social media giant X said Saturday it would cease operations in Brazil, a move that comes after Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes reportedly ordered the arrest of X’s legal representative in Brazil unless specific warrants were complied with. X announced an immediate withdrawal of its staff from its Brazilian operations, although it mentioned that Brazilian users would still have access to its services. The company did not clarify the apparent contradiction in continuing to offer services while suspending operations. This announcement follows a series of meetings earlier this year between X representatives and Judge de Moraes. These discussions focused on free speech, the spread of far-right narratives, and misinformation on the p...
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Russia calls Clooney Foundation for Justice ‘undesirable’
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Russia calls Clooney Foundation for Justice ‘undesirable’

More news - Latest news MOSCOW, Russia — The Russian Revenue Service has officially designated the Clooney Foundation for Justice, an American nonprofit, as “undesirable.” This classification, which has been used against foreign organizations since 2015, accuses the foundation of engaging in activities that allegedly aim to discredit Russia. Founded by famed actor George Clooney and his wife, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, the foundation has been active in advocating for justice globally. Russian authorities, however, say the foundation's operations mirror Hollywood-style tactics to undermine Moscow's image. According to a statement released via the Telegram messaging platform by the General Tax Office, the foundation allegedly supports individuals who have left Russia and criticiz...
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Goldman Sachs cuts probability of US recession to 20% after positive economic indicators
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Goldman Sachs cuts probability of US recession to 20% after positive economic indicators

More news - News 24 hours Goldman Sachs has lowered its forecast for a potential US recession to 20%, following a reassessment prompted by the latest employment and retail trade data. The change comes after it raised its recession probability earlier this month, initially pegged at 25% due to disappointing job growth figures in early August. Earlier, Goldman Sachs economic analysts had raised their recession risk estimates when the July jobs report showed nonfarm payrolls rose by just 114,000, significantly below expectations and down from the revised June figures. The disappointing report contributed to a temporary stock market downturn and raised alarms about the potential weakening of the U.S. economy. However, recent data, including an unexpected 1% increase in July retail sales, w...
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Strategies to take advantage of the Fed’s expected rate cut
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Strategies to take advantage of the Fed’s expected rate cut

More news - News 24 hours Recent inflation trends suggest that the Federal Reserve could begin cutting interest rates as early as next month. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell hinted at this potential development in his latest press conference following the Federal Open Market Committee meeting in July. This anticipated change comes as a ray of hope for many Americans who have been battling the challenges of soaring interest rates. A potential rate cut in September could provide much-needed financial respite, especially with strategic financial planning. Financial experts, including Leslie Tayne, a debt relief attorney at Tayne Law in New York and author of "Life & Debt," advise consumers to evaluate their spending habits, identify the best growth opportunities for their money, an...
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The Harris-Walz Duo: A Call to Reimagine Political Possibilities
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The Harris-Walz Duo: A Call to Reimagine Political Possibilities

Related media - News 24 hours The announcement of Kamala Harris’s presidential run has brought a new perspective to my view of politics, moving from feelings of frustration to a more engaged and curious position. While hope may be a strong word, there is a new interest in exploring potential transformations in governance. The essence of democracy continues to be a critical issue at the ballot box, confronting an existential crisis. Political discourse has evolved from a focus primarily on the polarizing views of Donald Trump and the seniority of Joe Biden to a more meaningful discussion of the future leadership vision of the United States. This election offers an opportunity to support a candidate based on their policies and vision, rather than simply oppose another. The...
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Klarna introduces personal banking services and rewards incentives as it prepares for IPO
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Klarna introduces personal banking services and rewards incentives as it prepares for IPO

Related media - Breaking news Klarna, a leading fintech known for its innovative “buy now, pay later” services, is further venturing into the realm of traditional banking by introducing a personal account feature and cashback system to improve customer engagement and loyalty. Announced Thursday, the initiatives are part of Klarna’s strategic move to challenge conventional retail banking and move consumer financial activities onto its platform. The newly revealed features, designed to simplify payment management and increase customer purchase frequency, were highlighted by CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski in a discussion with CNBC. According to Siemiatkowski, these offerings are geared toward supporting everyday financial activities, allowing consumers to both save and earn through their tra...
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