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Chinese couple charged with smuggling a biological pathogen into the U.S.
Theodore Levin United States Courthouse, Detroit Federal Building, Detroit, Michigan on August 25, 2010 Carol M. Highsmith | Buyenlarge | Archive Photos | Getty Images A Chinese researcher in Michigan and her boyfriend have been charged with smuggling a biological pathogen that “can cause devastating diseases in crops” into the United States, according to federal […]
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European markets are set to open higher ahead of flash inflation data
Here are the opening calls London was the No. 2 most-visited city in the world for 2023, according to Euromonitor International. Karl Hendon | Moment | Getty Images Good morning from London and welcome to CNBC’s live blog covering all the action in European financial markets, as well as business news, analysis, earnings and data. […]
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In China, ‘The Great American’ burger is now made with Australian beef
At his restaurant in Beijing, Geng Xiaoyun used to offer a special dish of salt-baked chicken feet — or “phoenix talons” as they are called in China — imported from America. With prices climbing 30% from March due to tariffs, the owner of Kunyuan restaurant had to pull the Chinese delicacy from the menu. “American […]
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White House ‘close to the finish line’ on some trade deals, says Treasury official
Deputy Treasury Secretary Michael Faulkender said Monday that the Trump administration continues “to make very good progress” on trade negotiations, and it is “close to the finish line on a couple” of deals. “As long as we continue to make progress, I think you’re going to see a lot more deals that are announced prior […]
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China’s Leapmotor and Huawei-backed Aito report record high deliveries in May as competition heats up
Stellantis-backed Leapmotor delivered a record 45,067 vehicles in May, reflecting year-on-year growth of 148%. Cfoto | Future Publishing | Getty Images Chinese electric carmakers Leapmotor and Aito reported record high deliveries in May, while other startups struggle to catch up as the price war intensifies. Stellantis-backed Leapmotor delivered a record 45,067 vehicles in May, reflecting […]
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CNBC Daily Open: It’s a dicey matter to play ‘chicken’ in markets
U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks at U.S. Steel Corporation – Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, U.S., on May 30, 2025. Leah Millis | Reuters When threatened, birds puff up their feathers to appear larger than they actually are, and squawk to signal aggression. On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested he would no […]
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CNBC Daily Open: Playing “chicken” in markets can be a risky affair
US President Donald Trump speaks during a visit to US Steel – Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, May 30, 2025. Saul Loeb | AFP | Getty Images When threatened, birds puff up their feathers to appear larger than they actually are, and squawk to signal aggression. On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested he […]
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Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed after Trump says he plans to double steel tariffs to 50%
People walking through the neon lit night streets of Sinchon in the heart of Seoul, South Korea’s vibrant capital city. Fotovoyager | E+ | Getty Images Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed after President Donald Trump told U.S. steelworkers late Friday that he will double tariffs on steel imports to 50%, effective from Wednesday. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei […]
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Stock futures inch lower to kick off start of the new trading month: Live updates
A trader works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) at the opening bell on May 30, 2025, in New York City. Angela Weiss | AFP | Getty Images Stock futures fell on Sunday as Wall Street looks to the start of a new month of trading following a strong performance in […]
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