HONG KONG (AP) — China has outlined new curbs on exports of rare earths and related technologies, extending controls over the use of the elements critical for many high-tech products and military applications. The regulations announced by the Ministry of Commerce on Thursday require foreign companies to get special approval to export items that contain…… MORE
UK Watchdog Targets Google’s ‘Strategic’ Role in Search Ads and a Competitive Market
LONDON (AP) — Britain’s antitrust watchdog is labeling Google a “strategic” player in the online search advertising market, paving the way for regulators to force the company to change its business practices to ensure more competition in that market. The Competition and Markets Authority said Friday that its investigation found that the US tech giant…… MORE
Wall Street Tumbles After President Trump Threatens More Tariffs on China
(WBAP/KLIF) — AP — A monthslong calm on Wall Street shattered Friday, and U.S. stocks tumbled after President Donald Trump threatened to crank tariffs much higher on China. The S&P 500 sank 2.7% in its worst day since April. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 878 points, or 1.9%, and the Nasdaq composite fell 3.6%.…… MORE
Massive Deadly Blast at Tennessee Explosives Maker Site
BUCKSNORT, Tenn. (WBAP/KLIF) – Authorities confirm multiple deaths after a massive explosion in Bucksnort, Tennessee at an explosive manufacturer in Hickman County 19 people are believed missing, with emergency responders searching through debris for them now. The explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems near Bucksnort causing several other people to be hospitalized… The company’s wesbsite says…… MORE
Israel’s Cabinet has approved the ‘outline’ of a deal to release hostages held by Hamas
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a pause in their devastating two-year war and the release of the remaining hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said early Friday his Cabinet approved the “outline” of a deal to release hostages held by Hamas. The brief statement focused on the hostage…… MORE