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On January 20, Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th U.S. president for his second nonconsecutive term. The event will feature performances from Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean.
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Hino Motors, a Toyota unit, reached a $1.6 billion settlement with U.S. agencies over excessive diesel engine emissions, admitting to fraud and falsifying data, affecting over 105,000 vehicles.
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President Joe Biden will not enforce the looming TikTok ban, effectively leaving the popular Chinese-owned social media app at the mercy of President-elect Donald Trump as he prepares to assume office.
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Chemours, the American company behind Teflon, is leading lobbying efforts to weaken the European Union's proposed ban on PFAS, or "forever chemicals," which are linked to serious health risks.
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The Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese, has sent a strong message to Elon Musk, advising him to comply with Australia's foreign interference laws. The government is taking stern action against foreign interference in the affairs of the nation.
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Polish President Andrzej Duda has urged NATO to invite Ukraine to join the alliance immediately, emphasizing its strategic importance and the need for enhanced security amid ongoing Russian aggression.
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According to reports, Mark Zuckerberg asked former President Donald Trump to weigh in on regulatory actions by the European Union targeting U.S. tech companies. He told that high fines can curb American innovation and competitiveness, as stated by Meta's chief executive.
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Partnership for up to 50,000 electric vehicles across Southeast Asia between Grab and BYD will ensure green transportation options, reduced entry barriers for new adopters, and innovative offerings for sustainable mobility, eco-friendly ridesharing solutions.
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It released 553 prisoners days after Cuba's removal from the U.S. State Sponsors of Terrorism list by President Biden. It's a decisive turning point for a new stage of Cuba-U.S. relations and regional diplomacy.
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Shell and its partners have pledged a $5 billion investment in Nigeria's Bonga North deep-water oil development. The project aims to sustain oil production and drive economic growth in the country.
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Spain plans to impose a 100% tax on properties bought by non-EU residents, including those from the UK, as part of measures to address the housing crisis and prioritize homes for residents.
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Kuwait’s newly implemented tax for multinational enterprises is projected to generate KD250m ($800m) annually, affecting around 300 companies. This initiative is expected to boost economic growth and sustainability.