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Fossil-fuel firms in line for billions in benefits after answering Trump’s donation call
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Oracle sends 'force majeure' notice about data center project — stock sinks 7%
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Chinese confirmation of the AI discussions came just hours before President Xi Jinping was scheduled to begin talks with U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Philadelphia Fed's Anna Paulson says 'modest' rate moves likely ahead to tame inflation
The policymaker said she and her colleagues may need to raise interest rates further to bring inflation back to target.
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White House still blocks some reporters despite judge's order lifting Trump ban
District Judge Tim Kelly said the three outlets should have their access immediately restored from the ban the president had announced on Sept. 18.
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Darden Restaurants stock falls as Olive Garden reports slower growth
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