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Advanced Capital Management Launches Financial Independence Number Service for Retirees

Advanced Capital Management Launches Financial Independence Number Service for Retirees

Advanced Capital Management Launches Financial Independence Number Service for Retirees
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Goldman Sachs posts higher profit on strength in dealmaking, equities trading

Goldman Sachs posts higher profit on strength in dealmaking, equities trading

By Utkarsh Shetti and Saeed Azhar April 13 (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs posted a rise in first-quarter profit on Monday, as the Wall Street bank benefited from strength in dealmaking and equities trading.
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Ping An Insurance Group Seeks to Sell $1 Billion in Software-Focused Private Equity Assets

Ping An Insurance Group Seeks to Sell $1 Billion in Software-Focused Private Equity Assets

Ping An Insurance Group Seeks to Sell $1 Billion in Software-Focused Private Equity Assets
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US existing home sales drop to nine-month low in March amid tight supply

US existing home sales drop to nine-month low in March amid tight supply

By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON, April 13 (Reuters) - U.S. existing home sales fell to a nine-month low in March amid tight inventory and growing concerns over the labor market, and a recent increase in mortgage rates because of the war with Iran could limit activity this year.
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Lazard Reports Decline in Assets Under Management Due to Market and FX Depreciation

Lazard Reports Decline in Assets Under Management Due to Market and FX Depreciation

Lazard Reports Decline in Assets Under Management Due to Market and FX Depreciation
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The US is short 10 million houses. A new White House report lays out a blueprint to fix that

The US is short 10 million houses. A new White House report lays out a blueprint to fix that

White House economists estimate the United States has a shortage of 10 million houses
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Walmart's H-1B Visa Filings Drop Significantly Following Trump's Visa Policy Changes

Walmart's H-1B Visa Filings Drop Significantly Following Trump's Visa Policy Changes

Walmart's H-1B Visa Filings Drop Significantly Following Trump's Visa Policy Changes
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Democratic Lawmakers Call for Impeachment of President Trump Amid Iran Conflict

Democratic Lawmakers Call for Impeachment of President Trump Amid Iran Conflict

Democratic lawmakers have intensified calls for the impeachment of President Trump following his controversial statements regarding the Iran conflict. President Trump warned that a 'whole civilization' could 'die' if Iran did not comply with demands from the U.S. and Israel. This rhetoric has led Democrats to accuse him of 'blatant war crimes.' Representative Jamie Raskin from Maryland held a briefing with House Democrats to discuss urging Trump's Cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment. Despite these efforts, the Republican-controlled Congress makes the prospect of impeachment unlikely, as GOP support for Trump remains strong. Democratic leaders have not indicated a willingness to pursue impeachment aggressively, highlighting the political challenges faced by the party.
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Trump Administration Plans Automatic Registration for Military Draft Amid Iran Conflict Concerns

Trump Administration Plans Automatic Registration for Military Draft Amid Iran Conflict Concerns

The Trump administration is set to implement automatic registration for the military draft, targeting all eligible men between the ages of 18 and 25. This move aims to streamline the selection process, should conscription be enforced for the first time since the Vietnam War. The Selective Service System (SSS) will automatically register male citizens, including immigrants and transgender individuals born male, rather than relying on self-registration. This change comes amid fears of a prolonged conflict with Iran, although the White House has stated that a draft is not currently planned. The automatic registration rule was submitted to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs on March 30, following Congress's approval as part of the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act.
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Smithsonian's Hirshhorn Director Melissa Chiu to Lead Guggenheim Museum

Smithsonian's Hirshhorn Director Melissa Chiu to Lead Guggenheim Museum

Melissa Chiu, the director of the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden at the Smithsonian Institution, is set to leave her position to become the director of the Guggenheim Museum in New York. Chiu has led the Hirshhorn for 12 years, during which she spearheaded digital innovation and expanded the museum's educational programs. Her departure is part of a broader trend of leadership changes at the Smithsonian, with several directors leaving in recent years. Despite speculation, Chiu insists her decision is not influenced by political pressures from the Trump administration, which has previously attempted to influence the Smithsonian's direction. Chiu views the Guggenheim role as a 'dream job' and is scheduled to depart on August 31.
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Federal judge extends restraining order on $6.2B merger of local TV giants Nexstar and Tegna

Federal judge extends restraining order on $6.2B merger of local TV giants Nexstar and Tegna

A federal judge has extended an emergency restraining order on a $6.2 billion merger between Nexstar Media Group and Tegna for one week
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President Trump Criticizes NATO Amidst Iran Conflict, Public Support for Alliance Remains High

President Trump Criticizes NATO Amidst Iran Conflict, Public Support for Alliance Remains High

President Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with NATO allies over their perceived lack of support in the U.S. conflict with Iran. Despite his criticisms, public opinion polls indicate strong American support for NATO. An AP-NORC poll showed that 70% of Americans view NATO membership as beneficial, the highest level of support since 2022. Trump has suggested withdrawing U.S. troops from uncooperative NATO countries, although legal constraints make a full withdrawal unlikely. The president's rhetoric appears aimed at pressuring NATO to assist the U.S. in its dealings with Iran, where a fragile truce is currently in place.