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BUSINESS & ECONOMY

🇨🇳 Yellen Back in China to Address US Economic Tension

In her second trip to China, Janet Yellen confronts the issue of Chinese overcapacity in industries like EVs and solar panels, advocating for "a level playing field" for U.S. workers. Amid escalating trade tensions and the upcoming U.S. election, discussions of tariff hikes emerge. This visit extends U.S.-China dialogues post the Biden-Xi summit, addressing trade and economic disputes, with China's policy shift remaining uncertain.

📉 Wharton Professor Warns of Potential Market Crisis Due to Rising US Debt Next Year

Wharton's Joao Gomes warned on CNBC of potential 2025 market chaos if the US doesn't adjust its fiscal course, citing the UK's crisis as a cautionary tale. With national debt hitting $34 trillion, he deemed extending the expiring tax cuts unaffordable, stressing, "We just can't afford them," and highlighted the urgent need for fiscal reform to prevent a default crisis.

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WORLD

🔥 Singapore Faces $1.5 Billion Economic Loss from Heat Stress by 2035

The study by the National University of Singapore indicates that heat stress could cause $1.64 billion in economic losses for Singapore by 2035, due to a 14% decrease in labor productivity. Highlighted by Dr. Natalia Borzino, this reflects the broader issue of rapid warming in Singapore, pointing to significant health and economic impacts, particularly for those working in heat-exposed environments.

🚨 UN Expert: Haiti Faces 'Apocalyptic' Deterioration

Haiti faces a dire crisis, with gangs causing unprecedented violence, likened to "Somalia in the worst of its times" by UN expert William O'Neill. Over 53,000 have fled as gangs control Port-au-Prince, with 1,500 killed in three months. O'Neill criticizes the U.S. for not blocking arms to gangs and suggests a multinational force to restore order.

🏗️ Steel Ball Protects Taiwan's Tallest Building During Quake

Taipei 101, once the world's tallest building, withstood a 7.4-magnitude earthquake, thanks to its "Damper Baby," a 660-metric-ton tuned mass damper that reduced sway by 40%. This innovative design, blending functionality with aesthetics, is a testament to engineering ingenuity in earthquake-prone regions, demonstrating resilience and minimal damage during seismic events.

SCIENCE & TECH

🔍 Google is contemplating the acquisition of Hubspot.

Considering a $35 billion bid for HubSpot, Google seeks to strengthen its CRM market foothold and court enterprise clients. This effort, led by Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, aims to offset weak ad revenue and combat competition from giants like Facebook and TikTok. Amidst this, HubSpot maintains its business focus, stating, "As standard practice, HubSpot does not comment on rumors or speculation."

📱 Google's Android Outperforms iPhone with Advanced Privacy Update

Android 15 introduces pivotal security enhancements, with features to mask device locations from carriers and block IMSI grabbers. As Mishaal Rahman, a well-known figure in the tech community, points out, this upgrade demands advanced modem technology, signaling Google's aggressive push for privacy. This move, "taking the hardware/software security link more seriously," broadens the reach of high-level security features beyond Apple's selective Lockdown Mode.

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

🎸 KISS Band Trades Brand and Songs for $300M

Iconic band Kiss sold their music and brand to Pophouse Entertainment for over $300m, signaling their live performance retirement. Gene Simmons praised the "collaborative" nature of the deal stating, "The best thing...is who we're doing the deal with." This follows a trend of artists like Dylan and Springsteen selling their catalogues for massive sums.

🏆 Seton Hall Overcomes Indiana State for NIT Championship

Seton Hall claimed their first NIT championship since 1953, defeating Indiana State 79-77. Dre Davis' crucial layup sealed the win, with Al-Amir Dawes earning Most Outstanding Player. Indiana State, led by Isaiah Swope's 19 points, narrowly missed a historic title. Coach Shaheen Holloway continued his Indianapolis success, reminiscent of his NCAA Sweet 16 run with Saint Peter's.

OTHER NEWS

🌀 Record-Breaking Hurricane Count Predicted for 2024 Season

Colorado State University forecasts a record-breaking "extremely active" hurricane season with 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes, and 5 major hurricanes, the highest since 1995. Warm Atlantic temperatures and a swift transition to La Niña are major factors. Phil Klotzbach calls it "a very aggressive forecast," with other agencies also predicting high activity. 

💰 LA Security Firm Hit by $30 Million Heist

Thieves stole up to $30 million from a GardaWorld facility in Sylmar, Los Angeles, on Easter Sunday, in "one of the biggest cash heists" in city history, according to the Los Angeles Times. The elaborate break-in, executed without triggering alarms, is under joint investigation by the FBI and LAPD. Details are pending as the investigation continues.

🚫 No Third-Party Ticket from No Labels

No Labels abandoned its third-party presidential bid, lacking candidates with a credible winning path. Despite the public desire for unity, key figures like Christie and Haley declined involvement. The group, active in 21 states, will focus on bipartisan dialogue. Martini stated, "Americans remain more open to an independent presidential run... than ever before," amid relief from Democratic groups over the decision.

THIS DAY THAT YEAR

On April 5th, 1994, Kurt Cobain, the lead singer and guitarist of the American rock band Nirvana, passed away at his home on Lake Washington Boulevard in Seattle, Washington. Forensics investigators and a coroner later confirmed that Cobain had died three days earlier, before the discovery of his body.

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