News after news tells us of human suffering from Israel and Gaza. Nevertheless, we must try to understand the wider implications of the situation in the Middle East. Because the Americans now have their hands full, that leaves room for other powers. Iran’s precise role in Hamas’ attacks remains unclear. It is already clear that […]
Lessons from the US: The failure of rent control…
If everything eventually blows out of the US, the same applies to the consequences of rent regulation. Previous experience with rent control in the United States has shown that, on balance, it actually leads to a reduction in the number of (affordable) rental properties. PropertyNL spoke to Taco Ulrich, a partner at Westplan Investors, which […]
The cork that floats the US economy is slowly sinking
A soft landing, which is a combination of economic growth that cools sufficiently without recession, while inflation gradually declines to the desired level, is rare. In recent decades, we have often seen hard landings, often referred to as failed attempts at soft landings, and economists disagree on whether a soft landing is even a soft […]
Red Bull offers special livery, FIA increases maximum penalty, ‘Verstappen backs Marco’ | GPFans Recap
We bring you today’s most read Formula 1 news in this GPFans Recap. Below you will find the most discussed topics from the premier class of motorsport compiled into one article. This will keep you fully informed about all the developments within minutes. One more night of sleep and the time has come: race weekend […]
How strong are the ties between the US and the Middle East?
Israel On May 14, 1948, the United States first recognized the State of Israel. Both countries see themselves as ‘pioneers’, people who founded a state from nothing. “Absolutely false,” said Erwin van Veen van Klinkendael, referring to the fate of Indians and Palestinians. For defense, Israel receives nearly $4 billion annually from the United States. […]
The U.S. has suspended some sanctions on Venezuela after free-election agreements
ReutersVenezuelan President Maduro NOS news•Today, 03:24 The US has suspended some oil embargoes against Venezuela. This is a reflection of an agreement reached earlier this week between President Maduro’s government and the opposition. The parties agreed to hold elections in the second half of next year, with international observers to ensure they are fair. In […]
Read a live blog of the war in Ukraine from Wednesday 18 October here
US decision to deploy long-range military tactical missile systems (Atacms) is a ‘serious mistake’ for Ukraine that will have dire consequences. This was stated by Anatoly Antonov, the Russian Ambassador to America. “The United States continues to push for a direct confrontation between NATO and Russia,” Antonov said. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday confirmed […]
US Verdict – US Growth Outperforms China as Mega Caps Report -October 18, 2023 at 12:08 pm
Mike Dolan’s A Look at the Future in US and Global Markets The world’s two biggest economies are beating forecasts, but US economic growth is outpacing China’s expansion, in a somewhat alarming development for the Federal Reserve and bond market watchers. With the horrors of the war in Gaza and Israel staring at the world, […]
US Government Offers $7 Billion in Subsidies to Build Hydrogen Hubs – IT Pro – News
In fact, all battery manufacturing that takes away cobalt from the ability to refine the oil in ICE fuel should be banned. In case you didn’t know, cobalt is mined (globally) for oil refining. And the industry doesn’t want to use less cobalt. However, there are more battery designs that do not require cobalt. Battery […]
The US wants to further restrict China’s access to fast AI chips
EPANVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang NOS news•Today, 5:28 p.m Nando Castellijn Teacher Technology Nando Castellijn Teacher Technology It has become even more difficult for China to acquire advanced chips for AI (artificial intelligence). The US has announced new restrictions which mean, in effect, US chipmaker Nvidia is no longer allowed to sell its fastest chips tailored […]