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California’s economy surpasses Japan’s as it becomes fourth largest in world

State’s nominal GDP reaches $4.1tn, edging out Japan’s $4.02tn, ranking it behind the US, China and Germany

The Guardian - US

Zeekr car brand coming to the UK next year with high-tech luxury

New European-designed, Chinese-made car company set to rival Audi, BMW and Mercedes

The Independent UK

Stocks Finish Sharply Higher on Tech Stock Strength and Fed Rate Cut Hopes

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Thursday closed up +2.03%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +1.23%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +2.79%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM25 ) are up +2.05%, and June E-mini Nasdaq...

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Trump Trade Deals Appear Distant As Tariff Tensions Simmer

US President Donald Trump's promises of securing trade deals with major partners took another blow Thursday, with a French minister saying an agreement with the EU was "a long way" off and China insisting talks had not even started.

International Business Times

Dollar Weakens as Tariff Concerns Persist

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Thursday fell by -0.49%. The dollar posted moderate losses Thursday because of concerns that the US-China trade war will drag on after China said there were no talks on reaching a trade deal with the US. Also, Treasury Secretary Bessent said President Trump hasn't offered...

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The OnePlus 13T launches in China with a smaller display and flagship-level power

The OnePlus 13T was launched for the company's home Chinese market.

Android Central

Dollar Weakness and Stock Gains Lift Crude Prices

June WTI crude oil (CLM25 ) Thursday closed up +0.52 (+0.84%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM25 ) closed up +0.0220 (+1.06%). Crude oil and gasoline prices on Thursday posted moderate gains. Thursday's weaker dollar supported energy prices. Also, Thursday's stock strength shows confidence in the economic outlook supporting energy demand....

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US and China holding talks on trade war, Trump says after Beijing rebuttal

President’s comments follow Chinese government’s denial of ‘baseless’ claim that Washington was close to deal

The Guardian - UK

Starmer and Reeves try to ride three horses with US, EU and China trade ties

The UK is being dragged in opposing directions by international forces in its quest for growth

The Guardian - UK

Is Disney Stock a Buy Now as Trump Tones Down Trade War Rhetoric?

Disney has lost roughly one-fifth of its market cap this year and is underperforming the markets.

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China's Shenzhou 20 astronauts arrive at Tiangong space station (video)

The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou 20 mission arrived at the nation's Tiangong space station today (April 24), about 6.5 hours after lifting off.

Space

Zombicide publisher CMON shuts down board game development "until trade conditions have stabilized"

CMON has ceased development on new board games and let an undisclosed number of staff go

GamesRadar

Why are only some tech products exempt from tariffs? Senator accuses Apple CEO of “impropriety”

Senator Elizabeth Warren is asking Apple's CEO to answer questions on recent tariff exemptions

Digital Camera World

US automakers will face easier federal rules in the race with China to develop self-driving cars

U.S. automakers developing self-driving cars will be allowed more exemptions from certain federal safety rules for testing purposes to help them compete against Chinese rivals

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The Conversation

What 2,000 years of Chinese history reveals about today’s AI-driven technology panic – and the future of inequality

In the sweltering summer of AD18, a desperate chant echoed across China’s sun-scorched plains: “Heaven has gone blind!” Thousands of starving farmers, their faces smeared with ox blood, marched toward the opulent vaults held by the Han dynasty’s elite rulers.

International Business Times

European Carmakers On China Charm Offensive As Sales Droop

Once blithely dominant in China, European automakers are now launching full-fledged charm offensives at consumers in the world's largest car market, seeking to claw back sales lost to domestic rivals.

InsideEVs

The Buick Electra GS Concept Is A Stunning Way To Fight Back In China

InsideEV’s Editor-in-Chief, Patrick George, and I are still in China, both awestruck by just how good the PHEVs and EVs on Chinese roads are. It’s not just the local brands either. It seems like this year, Western automakers are starting to figure out just how to hit back. Buick showed…

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Crude Moderately Higher on Dollar Weakness and Stock Gains

June WTI crude oil (CLM25 ) today is up +0.21 (+0.34%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM25) is up +0.0069 (+0.33%). Crude oil and gasoline prices today are moderately higher. Today's weaker dollar (DXY00 ) is supporting energy prices. Also, today's strength in stocks shows confidence in the economic outlook that...

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Euronews

US instability opens door for European innovation - European patent chief

The EU has been struggling with a loss of productivity and slump in growth for almost two decades, while its competitors China and the US have surged ahead, taking the lead in innovation and retaining key industries.

TechRadar

China is helping Pakistan build a Great Firewall-like internet censorship system – here's what you need to know

Islamabad and Beijing have been working for almost a year on this project, which will considerably boost censorship and surveillance levels in the country. All, while Pakistan VPN usage is increasingly under attack.

The Independent UK

China jails most writers in the world for sixth year in a row

Iran named as one of the worst offenders for jailing mostly women writers protesting against suppression

Barchart

Dollar Falls on Signs the US-China Trade War Will Linger

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.51%. The dollar is moderately lower today because of concerns that the US-China trade war will drag on after China said there were no talks on reaching a trade deal with the US. Also, Treasury Secretary Bessent said President Trump hasn’t...

Latin Times

China Demands Trump Make the First Move in Trade Talks After Revealing 'No Negotiations' Have Taken Place Yet

China said no trade talks with the U.S. are underway after Trump officials hinted at possible negotiations, and won't begin unless Trump lifts tariffs.

Reason

Parental Opt-Outs for Controversial Books

Plus: Cornell's cancel culture case, Trump's immigration policy approval ratings, and more...

The Independent UK

Nissan revises down its earnings forecast with bigger losses

Nissan says it expects to rack up a loss totaling 700 billion yen ($4.9 billion) to 750 billion yen ($5.3 billion) for the fiscal year through March because of declining sales and the losing value of its assets

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