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Texas Republicans approve Trump-backed congressional map to protect party's majority
Republican legislators undertake rare mid-decade redistrictingNew map would shift conservative voters into Democrat-held districtsOne Democrat calls it 'Donald Trump's map' By Joseph Ax, Brad Brooks and Steve Gorman Aug 20 (Reuters) - Texas lawmakers on Wednesday passed a new congress...Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
UN chief urges immediate Gaza ceasefire, warns of casualties from Israeli operation
TOKYO, Aug 21 (Reuters) - United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, after Israel announced the first steps of an operation to take over Gaza City. "It is vital to reach immediately a ceasefire in Gaza," to avoid the death and des...Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
Trump can end deportation protections for 60,000 immigrants, appeals court says
By Jack QueenAug 20 (Reuters) - A federal appeals court on Wednesday cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s administration to end temporary deportation protections and cancel work permits for more than 60,000 immigrants from Central America and Nepal. The ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals f...Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
South Korea's Lee to visit shipyard in Philadelphia after summit with Trump
SEOUL, Aug 21 (Reuters) - South Korea President Lee Jae Myung plans to visit a shipyard in Philadelphia after his summit with U.S. President Donald Trump, his office said on Thursday. The shipyard is owned by South Korea's Hanwha Group and cooperation to help the ailing U.S. shipbuilding sector ...Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
Vance says Europe will have to take 'lion's share' of burden for Ukrainian security
Trump met Putin on Friday and Zelenskiy on MondayVance says Ukraine wants security guarantees and Russia wanted some Ukrainian territoriesVance says Europeans are 'going to have to step up'By Kanishka SinghWASHINGTON, Aug 20 (Reuters) - U.S. Vice President JD Vance said on Wednesday that Eur...Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
Meta freezes AI hiring, WSJ reports
Aug 20 (Reuters) - Meta Platforms META.O has paused hiring in its artificial intelligence division after bringing on more than 50 researchers and engineers, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday.Reuters could not immediately verify the report.Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
New Zealand to spend $1.6 billion for US maritime helicopters, Airbus jets
SYDNEY, Aug 21 (Reuters) - New Zealand said on Thursday it would spend NZ$2.7 billion ($1.6 billion) to buy five MH-60R Seahawk helicopters and two Airbus AIR.PA A321XLR aircraft, the first major investment following a decision to replace the country's aging defence fleet.NZ$2 billion will be us...Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
Modivcare Says Filed For Voluntary Chapter 11 Protection In U.S. Bankruptcy Court For Southern District Of Texas
Aug 21 (Reuters) - ModivCare Inc MODV.O:MODIVCARE ENTERS INTO COMPREHENSIVE RESTRUCTURING AGREEMENT TO STRENGTHEN ITS FUTURE, REDUCE DEBT AND INJECT CAPITALMODIVCARE INC - MODIVCARE HAS FILED FOR VOLUNTARY CHAPTER 11 PROTECTION IN U.S. BANKRUPTCY COURT FOR SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF TEXASMODIVCARE INC - R...Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
Trump buys more than $100 million in bonds since inauguration, disclosure shows
WASHINGTON, Aug 20 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump has bought more than $100 million in company, state and municipal bonds since taking office in January, according to new disclosures which shed further light on the vast holdings of America’s billionaire president.Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
EXCLUSIVE-Brazil judge targeted by US sanctions confident of Trump reversal
Justice Moraes became lightning rod in US-Brazil standoffTrump tied Brazil tariff and sanctions to Bolsonaro trialMoraes eyes US legal challenge, but counting on diplomacyBy Brad Haynes and Ricardo Brito BRASILIA, Aug 20 (Reuters) - The judge at the center of escalating tensions between Brazil an...Reuters
Thu, Aug 21
Top US spy Gabbard announces staff cut of over 40% from her office
By Jonathan Landay WASHINGTON, Aug 20 (Reuters) - U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on Wednesday announced the first major overhaul of her office since its creation, slashing personnel by more than 40% by October 1 and saving more than $700 million per year. Among other changes...Reuters
Wed, Aug 20
Boyd Group Services Inc. Announces Pricing Of C$275 Million Senior Unsecured Note Offering
Aug 20 (Reuters) - Boyd Group Services Inc BYD.TO:BOYD GROUP SERVICES INC. ANNOUNCES PRICING OF C$275 MILLION SENIOR UNSECURED NOTE OFFERING AND AMENDMENT AND EXTENSION OF EXISTING REVOLVING CREDIT FACILITIESReuters
Wed, Aug 20
Alibaba-backed Banma Network plans Hong Kong listing
Aug 21 (Reuters) - Alibaba 9988.HK said on Thursday that autonomous-driving software firm Banma Network Technology is planning a separate listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.Alibaba will retain a 30% stake in Banma after listing, down from its current holding of 44.72%. "It is currently prop...Reuters
Wed, Aug 20
Elon Musk must face lawsuit claiming he ran illegal $1 million election lottery
Musk accused of defrauding voters into signing petitionJudge says voters' claims were plausibleLawyers for Musk not available for commentBy Jonathan Stempel Aug 20 (Reuters) - Elon Musk was ordered on Wednesday by a federal judge to face a lawsuit by voters accusing the world's riches...Reuters
Wed, Aug 20
Soccer-Messi's Miami in Leagues Cup quarters as new format fuels goals, ratings surge
By Rory CarrollAug 20 (Reuters) - The Leagues Cup 2025 has reached its quarter-final stage, with four enticing MLS-Liga MX matchups set for Wednesday, showcasing the tournament's revamped format that has seen more goals and boosted commercial interest and fan engagement.Lionel Messi's Inter ...Reuters
Wed, Aug 20
