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Fed Holds Rates Steady, Signals 2026 Cuts But Pushes Back on Market Hype
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Fed Holds Rates Steady, Signals 2026 Cuts But Pushes Back on Market Hype

The U.S. Federal Reserve holds interest rates at 5.25%-5.50% for the fourth straight meeting. Officials project three rate cuts in 2026 but emphasize the need for more confidence in falling inflation.

2025 MBC Drama Awards Reveals Star-Studded First Presenter Lineup with IU, Byeon Woo Seok, and More
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2025 MBC Drama Awards Reveals Star-Studded First Presenter Lineup with IU, Byeon Woo Seok, and More

The 2025 MBC Drama Awards announced its first lineup of presenters on Dec 22, featuring superstars like IU, Byeon Woo Seok, Shin Ha Kyun, and Lee Sung Kyung.

Wordle Answer Today: Hints and Solution for December 22
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Wordle Answer Today: Hints and Solution for December 22

Struggling with the Wordle for December 22, 2025? Get the hints, clues, and the final solution for today's five-letter word puzzle right here.

Fusion Breakthrough Sparks 8% Oil Plunge as One Stock Soars 45%
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Fusion Breakthrough Sparks 8% Oil Plunge as One Stock Soars 45%

Fusion Power Inc.'s nuclear fusion breakthrough causes an 8% drop in WTI oil prices. Analyze the market impact, investment risks, and long-term implications for energy portfolios.

PayPal's Honey Under Fire: Lawsuits Allege It's a 'Scam' That Steals from Creators and Small Businesses
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PayPal's Honey Under Fire: Lawsuits Allege It's a 'Scam' That Steals from Creators and Small Businesses

PayPal's Honey extension faces a firestorm of controversy and lawsuits from YouTubers over allegations it "steals" commissions and exploits businesses. We break down the accusations.

Japan Earmarks ¥1 Trillion for AI Push Amid Record Budget and Public Inflation Fears
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Japan Earmarks ¥1 Trillion for AI Push Amid Record Budget and Public Inflation Fears

Japan plans a ¥1 trillion injection into its domestic AI industry as part of a record ¥120 trillion budget. We analyze the investment implications and potential beneficiaries amid public concerns over inflation.

Japan Signals Record ¥120 Trillion Budget, Bets Big with ¥1 Trillion AI Push
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Japan Signals Record ¥120 Trillion Budget, Bets Big with ¥1 Trillion AI Push

Japan's government is set to propose a record budget over ¥120 trillion, featuring a ¥1 trillion push for domestic AI development. Explore the market implications of this massive fiscal spending amid rising inflation concerns.

China Holds Benchmark Rate for 7th Month, Signaling Caution on Stimulus
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China Holds Benchmark Rate for 7th Month, Signaling Caution on Stimulus

China's central bank kept its benchmark Loan Prime Rate (LPR) unchanged for the seventh straight month, reflecting a cautious approach to stimulus amid property woes and a weak yuan. We analyze the impact on global investors.

NCSOFT Bets $104M on Casual Gaming, Acquiring Publisher to Break Its MMORPG Mold
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NCSOFT Bets $104M on Casual Gaming, Acquiring Publisher to Break Its MMORPG Mold

NCSOFT, the creator of Lineage, is pivoting to casual games with a $103.8 million acquisition of Singapore's Indygo Group, aiming to capture the global mobile market.

The Yuan's New Play: How China Became the World's Cheap Money Spigot
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The Yuan's New Play: How China Became the World's Cheap Money Spigot

As the West raises interest rates, China's low-rate policy is turning the yuan into a major global funding currency. We analyze the boom in yuan-denominated debt and the risks for global investors.

DOJ Defends Pace of Epstein Document Release, Citing Victim Protection as Priority
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DOJ Defends Pace of Epstein Document Release, Citing Victim Protection as Priority

The U.S. Justice Department is defending its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein document release, explaining that an ongoing legal review is necessary to protect victims' identities and sensitive information.

BoE Holds Rates at 16-Year High Despite 2% Inflation, Signals August Cut is Live
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BoE Holds Rates at 16-Year High Despite 2% Inflation, Signals August Cut is Live

The Bank of England holds its key interest rate at 5.25%, a 16-year high. But a 7-2 split vote signals a rate cut is likely coming in August, despite high services inflation.