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Deputy assistant to the president on no tax on tips, overtime: ‘Popular no-brainer policies’

Alex Pfeiffer, Deputy Assistant to President Trump, said that the "Big Beautiful Bill" provides historic tax relief for working- and middle-class Americans through provisions such as eliminating taxes on tips and overtime pay.


American Integrity Insurance: Over 25% of flood claims come from low-risk zones

American Integrity Insurance has announced on X, formerly known as Twitter, that it is urging Florida homeowners to evaluate their flood risk and consider obtaining flood insurance.


Samsung enhances bespoke refrigerators with new software update

Samsung Electronics has announced the rollout of a software update for its Bespoke AI Refrigerators with screens, set to launch in 2025.


U.S. Embassy seeks bids for passenger vehicle for Singapore location

The U.S. Embassy has issued a pre-solicitation notice for a passenger vehicle intended for use at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore.


Landau meets with UAE official to discuss Middle East issues

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with UAE Assistant Foreign Minister Lana Nusseibeh at the Department of State.


Rubio discusses strategic partnership with UAE's Sheikh Abdullah

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.


Report urges NHS alternatives to profit-driven menstrual tracking apps

Cambridge researchers have released a report urging public health bodies to offer research-driven alternatives to profit-oriented menstrual tracking apps.


World Bank approves $70M credit for Pakistan's revenue enhancement

The World Bank has announced an additional $70 million credit for the Pakistan Raises Revenue project, aiming to enhance domestic revenue collection and improve tax compliance in Pakistan.



IMF completes third reviews under fund facility arrangements for Honduras

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the third reviews under the Extended Fund Facility and Extended Credit Facility arrangements for Honduras.


NVIDIA announces virtual stockholder meeting for June

NVIDIA has announced that its 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders will be held online on June 25 at 9 a.m. PT.


World Bank pledges support for Ukraine's integration into European food system

Vienna, Austria - June 11, 2025 Anna Bjerde, World Bank Managing Director of Operations, addressed the High-Level Dialogue on Vision for Ukraine’s Future in the European Food System.


Consumer confidence rises slightly amid mixed economic indicators

Consumer confidence experienced a slight increase last week, rising by 0.3 points to reach 86.7 points.


CDC issues global travel health notice for measles

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Global Travel Health Notice for measles, as reported by the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia.


ICE signs SAFE Task Force agreement with Guatemala to enhance fugitive removals

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) has signed an agreement with Guatemalan law enforcement to enhance cooperation in the identification, detention, and removal of fugitives.


U.S. Embassy hosts townhall for citizens in Panama City

U.S. Ambassador Kevin Marino Cabrera is inviting U.S. citizens to a townhall meeting at the U.S. Embassy in Panama City.


AI company releases advanced model for enhanced robotic interaction

Today marks the release of V-JEPA 2, a new world model trained on video that enhances the ability of robots and AI agents to understand and predict interactions in the physical world.


CDC issues global travel health notice for measles

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a Level 1 Global Travel Health Notice for measles, highlighting the ongoing risk of infection worldwide.


Sympower CEO Simon Bushell discusses inequality, investment advice, and partnership with Activate

Welcome to our Meet the CEO series, featuring interviews with leaders from Activate portfolio companies.


ANZ launches first nations strategy aiming for $50 billion Indigenous economy

ANZ has introduced 'Fuelling the Fire', its first-ever First Nations Strategy, marking a significant initiative within the Australian banking sector.