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BUSINESS & ECONOMY

🏦 CEOs of Major Banks Caution Against Economic Impact of New Regulations

Wall Street CEOs, led by Jamie Dimon of JPMorgan, challenged proposed financial regulations at a congressional hearing, citing economic risks and over-regulation. In light of recent bank collapses, they opposed rules like the Basel Endgame, arguing for reduced lending and balance sheet impact. Critics, including Sen. Sherrod Brown, slammed their lobbying efforts. Morgan Stanley's James Gorman remarked, "I’ve seen a lot of rules, and (this proposal) just doesn’t make sense."

🚨 Rising Phantom Debt Risk with Unchecked Buy Now, Pay Later Growth

A Wells Fargo report raises concerns about the "buy now, pay later" (BNPL) market's lack of transparency and regulation, potentially leading to a growing "phantom debt" issue. Although not a major problem for consumer spending yet, the report warns of a possible "unregulated danger zone." BNPL's rapid growth, from $2 billion in loans in 2019 to an estimated $46 billion in 2023, alongside its benefits, is tempered by risks of hidden fees and increased debt among financially vulnerable users.

WORLD

🇬🇾 Guyana's President Vows Defense Against Venezuela in Territorial Dispute

Guyana’s President Irfaan Ali mobilizes regional defense against Venezuela's claim to the oil-rich Essequibo, covering two-thirds of Guyana. Ali emphasizes the threat to regional stability, citing Venezuela's defiance of international law. The dispute, intensified by ExxonMobil's oil discovery, will be raised at the UN. Ali's warning: "Should Venezuela act recklessly, the region will have to respond."

🌐 UN Chief Exercises Article 99 Powers Over Gaza Situation

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres invoked Article 99 of the UN Charter, urging the Security Council to address the Gaza war. This rare move reflects deep concern over "appalling human suffering" in Israel and Palestinian territories. The UAE proposed a humanitarian ceasefire draft, amid the Council's inaction and the U.S.'s veto power. Guterres emphasized the urgency to avert a catastrophic situation in Gaza, marking his first use of Article 99 since 2017.

SCIENCE & TECH

🔥 AMD Unveils Advanced Chips for Accelerated AI Training

AMD unveils its Instinct MI300X accelerator and M1300A APU, targeting the AI chips market dominated by Nvidia. CEO Lisa Su states, "LLMs continue to increase in size and complexity," and claims MI300X as "the highest performing accelerator in the world." The products offer improved memory and energy efficiency. AMD also introduced the AI-optimized Ryzen 8040 series for mobile devices.

🌐 Google Unveils Gemini AI, Aiming to Surpass GPT-4 in Capabilities

Google unveiled Gemini, a groundbreaking AI era, with CEO Sundar Pichai stating, "One of the powerful things about this moment is you can work on one underlying technology and make it better and it immediately flows across our products." Gemini surpasses OpenAI's GPT-4 in 30 of 32 benchmarks and will revolutionize Google's products globally, prioritizing multimodal capabilities and responsible AI development.

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

🚔 Sean 'Diddy' Combs Allegedly Involved in New York Teen Gang-Rape Incident

Sean "Diddy" Combs faces his fourth sexual assault lawsuit, with Jane Doe accusing him of involvement in a 2003 gang rape in his studio. While Combs denies the allegations, he recently settled a similar case with ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura. Additional 2 more accusations from the 1990s remain part of his legal challenges, all of which he publicly refutes.

🔄 Yankees Land Juan Soto from Padres in Major 7-Player Trade Deal

The San Diego Padres traded star outfielder Juan Soto and Trent Grisham to the New York Yankees for pitchers Michael King, Jhony Brito, Randy Vasquez, prospect Drew Thorpe, and catcher Kyle Higashioka. Padres GM A.J. Preller described trading Soto as "very difficult," aimed at gaining "quality depth." The transaction emphasizes Soto's prominence in the league and marks a strategic move by the Yankees to strengthen their outfield lineup.

OTHER NEWS

🔴 Kevin McCarthy Steps Down from Congress Following Removal as House Speaker

Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., resigns from Congress post-House speaker ouster, emphasizing in a Wall Street Journal op-ed: "The challenges we face are more likely to be solved by innovation than legislation." He touts accomplishments like securing the border and energy independence. His departure tightens the GOP's House margin, highlighting party divisions and his difficult election as speaker, which took 15 votes over four days.

🚨 Three People Killed at UNLV in Las Vegas Shooting, Suspect Confirmed Dead by Police

A former professor fatally shot three at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, before being killed by police. Sheriff McMahill commended the swift police response, preventing further tragedy. President Biden condemned the shooting as "a heinous, unforgivable crime," and called for enhanced gun control measures. 

👫 Many couples around the world share high blood pressure, study says

A multinational study by the American Heart Association shows that 20-47% of older heterosexual couples in the U.S., England, China, and India share high blood pressure, suggesting shared lifestyles and environments. Dr. Chihua Li advocates for couple-focused strategies in treating hypertension, emphasizing their potential to reduce health burdens and introducing a collaborative approach in healthcare management.

📉 Biden's Approval Rating Remains Near Record Low, Survey Reveals

President Biden's approval rating hovers around 40%, slightly up from 39%, reports a Reuters poll. Americans are primarily concerned with the economy, crime, and immigration. A Harvard CAPS-Harris Poll notes a modest increase to 45% in Biden's approval, amidst economic and inflation challenges. Biden, eyeing a 2024 reelection, potentially faces a rematch with Trump.

THIS DAY THAT YEAR

On 7 December 1941, Japanese bombers executed a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, a pivotal event that led the U.S. to enter World War II. Despite the improbability of an attack over 3400 miles of ocean, this event marked a critical turning point in global military engagement.

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