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BUSINESS & ECONOMY

📉 Goldman Sachs Foresees Five Federal Reserve Rate Cuts Starting March

Goldman Sachs forecasts the Federal Reserve will start reducing its benchmark interest rate in March, with a total of five cuts in 2024. This is to achieve a "soft landing" of the U.S. economy, with Fed Chair Jerome Powell expecting the federal funds rate at 4.6% by 2024's end. Powell indicated rate cuts may begin "well before" inflation reaches 2%. The current rate stands at 5.25-5.5%.

🚢 Soaring Freight Rates Signal Possible End to Global Shipping Recession Amid Red Sea Troubles

Yemen-based Houthis' attacks on Red Sea vessels have forced rerouting, spiking freight rates by up to $10,000 per container. Alan Baer, CEO of OL USA, notes this could elevate profits to 2022 levels. The 2023 shipping slump, due to high inventories and reduced spending, might reverse with current disruptions, and U.S.-British military responses could maintain elevated rates. The industry still grapples with container oversupply.

WORLD

🚀 US Downs Houthi Missile Targeting American Warship in Red Sea, Confirm Officials

A U.S. fighter jet downed a missile aimed at the USS Laboon near Yemen, with no reported injuries or damage. This incident, the first since U.S.-U.K. airstrikes against Houthis, underscores rising regional tensions. President Biden, addressing 27 attacks on shipping and the rerouting of over 2,000 vessels, asserted, "I will not hesitate to direct further measures to protect our people and the free flow of international commerce as necessary."

📄 German Leaders Brace for Potential Russian Aggression Amid WW3 Fears, Leaked Documents Reveal

Leaked German documents, as reported by BILD, indicate a possible Russian offensive in 2024, targeting NATO countries. The plan, potentially involving 200,000 Russian troops, includes cyberattacks in the Baltics and the "Zapad 2024" military exercise with 50,000 troops  as NATO and Germany prepare defenses. Russia refutes any plans to widen the Ukraine conflict. A critical statement from the report: "Russia could exploit the U.S. presidential election to incite violence in the Suwalki Gap."

SCIENCE & TECH

🤖 Microsoft Prices Copilot AI Premium for Consumers at $20/User

Microsoft's Copilot Pro, an advanced $20/month Bing Chat version, offers a unified AI experience across devices, including priority access to OpenAI's GPT-4 Turbo and enhanced AI image creation. It integrates with Microsoft 365 apps and allows users to build customized Copilot GPTs. The mobile app is now available on the app store. 

🚀 First US Lunar Lander in 50+ Years Ends in Fiery Failure

After a fuel leak disrupted its moon landing, the NASA-affiliated Peregrine spacecraft, developed by Astrobotic under a $108 million contract, is returning to Earth. The mission, a critical element of U.S. lunar exploration since Apollo 17 in 1972, provided learning opportunities despite its failure, as noted by Astrobotic CEO John Thornton. NASA continues to gather valuable data, maintaining its lunar research ambitions.

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

🏆 Emmy Awards Winners Unveiled

At the 75th Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, hosted by Anthony Anderson, "The Bear" dominated with Outstanding Comedy Series and nine additional awards. "Beef" won Outstanding Limited Series, with Ali Wong making history as the first Asian American Best Actress in a Limited Series. "Succession" secured Outstanding Drama Series. Elton John joined the EGOT ranks with his Disney+ special win.

📺 Chiefs vs. Dolphins on Peacock Breaks US Streaming Record!

Peacock's exclusive NFL playoff game set a historic record with 23 million viewers, being the "most-streamed live event in US history" and consuming 30% of US internet traffic. Ratings rose 6% over last year, contributing to Peacock's highest audience usage day. Comcast CEO Brian Roberts celebrated the unprecedented NFL streaming event as "flawlessly executed on a scale never done before."

OTHER NEWS

🏆 Trump Secures Decisive Victory in Iowa Caucuses, DeSantis Narrowly Outperforms Haley for Runner-Up Spot

Donald Trump triumphed in Iowa's GOP caucuses, signaling a potential rematch with President Biden. Achieving an unprecedented 50% vote, Trump leads, while DeSantis and Haley split the anti-Trump faction. Charges against Trump are seen by supporters as political attacks; many would back him even if convicted. The focus now shifts to New Hampshire, where Haley is a strong contender.

🌍 Next Decade May Witness World's First Trillionaire, Predicts Oxfam

Oxfam International predicts a trillionaire in a decade, as wealth disparity widens. Since 2020, billionaires' wealth grew 34%, while 5 billion people have become poorer. Senator Sanders, in the report's foreword, highlights the "destructive nature of our uber-capitalist system," emphasizing the stark wealth gap: men surpassing women by $105 trillion, and vast racial disparities in U.S. wealth.

🚫 Vivek Ramaswamy Suspends Campaign, Endorses Trump!

Biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy ended his presidential run, finishing fourth in Iowa's caucuses and endorsing Trump. Known for his "anti-woke" stance and "America First" policies, he faced backlash for promoting conspiracy theories and controversial proposals like raising the voting age. Criticized by GOP peers as "scum" and "obnoxious," Ramaswamy remarked, "We did not achieve the surprise that we wanted to deliver tonight."

THIS DAY THAT YEAR

On January 16, 1991, the Persian Gulf War commenced, initiated by a U.S.-led air offensive against Iraq. This military action was a response to Iraq's occupation of Kuwait in August 1990. The conflict persisted until a cease-fire was declared on February 28, 1991.

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