August 21, 2026

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CNBC Daily Open: The ‘Bessent Bid’ wears off -

Friday, August 21, 2026

Charter plane crash kills 8 at remote radar site in western Alaska, military says – CBS News -

Friday, August 21, 2026

San Diego junior lifeguard, 17, on life support after diving accident – NBC 7 San Diego -

Friday, August 21, 2026

San Diego junior lifeguard, 17, on life support after diving accident – NBC 7 San Diego -

Friday, August 21, 2026

8 dead after charter plane crash in western Alaska, military says – USA Today -

Friday, August 21, 2026

8 dead after small plane crashes in western Alaska, military says – USA Today -

Friday, August 21, 2026

Charter plane crash kills 8 near remote radar site in western Alaska, military says – AP News -

Friday, August 21, 2026

Goldman says hedge funds suffered worst underperformance vs S&P 500 in July in more than 20 years of data -

Friday, August 21, 2026

‘Perfect storm’ brews for global food supply this winter as grain prices soar -

Friday, August 21, 2026

‘A delicate dance’: JD Vance says economic pressure is the best way to achieve Washington’s objectives in Iran -

Friday, August 21, 2026

1 man is dead after a wrong-way car crash in Phoenix, authorities say – 12News -

Friday, August 21, 2026

Taiwan’s AI-fueled forecast of 11% GDP growth likely not sustainable, economists say -

Friday, August 21, 2026

At least one dead after crash on westbound Highway 58, near Fairfax Road – KBAK -

Friday, August 21, 2026

Friends rally at hospital for former Middleburg High football player after e-scooter accident – News4JAX -

Friday, August 21, 2026

Friends rally at hospital for former Middleburg High football player after e-scooter accident – News4JAX -

Friday, August 21, 2026

Crash investigation in Cobb County after accident on I-20 – 11Alive.com -

Friday, August 21, 2026

One killed, one in critical condition after three-vehicle accident near Robstown – kiiitv.com -

Friday, August 21, 2026

1 dead, 2 hospitalized after car crash in Cleveland – News 5 Cleveland WEWS -

Friday, August 21, 2026

U.S. bond intervention is like ‘paying your mortgage with your credit card,’ JPMorgan’s Sullivan says  -

Friday, August 21, 2026

Friends rally around former Middleburg High football player after e-scooter accident – News4JAX -

Friday, August 21, 2026

Stocks under pressure as correction fears grow and record rally defies geopolitical turmoil

“‘The pendulum could swing backwards,” analysts said on Tuesday amid mounting warnings that equities could soon change course.

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CNBC’s UK Exchange newsletter: From Manchester to Westminster? Britain’s potential next PM comes under scrutiny

As Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham looks to replace U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, his record in office is receiving attention.

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Putin-Xi talks revive stalled Russian gas pipeline as Iran war rattles energy markets

Putin is expected to hold talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday, with the long-stalled Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline topping the agenda.

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China confirms order for 200 Boeing planes, calls aviation key area for U.S. cooperation

China has agreed to buy 200 Boeing jets, its first major order in nearly a decade, U.S. President Donald Trump said last week.

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European stocks advance: UK inflation and elevated bond yields in focus

European stocks rose on Wednesday as global markets keep a close eye on elevated bond yields and UK inflation data.

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A strange paradox has taken hold of the global fashion industry

Fashion brands are doubling down on sustainability even as value-seeking shoppers ignore the pitch.

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Nvidia to launch Singapore research hub as city-state boosts AI plans

Singapore has announced a new Nvidia research center and its first testbed to research, test and deploy physical AI, along with industry leaders.

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Over 47,000 Samsung Electronics workers set to strike as wage talks break down, sending shares lower

More than 47,000 Samsung Electronics workers will begin a strike on Thursday after wage negotiations between the company and its union broke down.

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Singapore inks AI deals with Google, OpenAI as ChatGPT-maker commits $234 million to local ecosystem

Singapore has signed new partnerships with Google and OpenAI to strengthen the city-state’s position as a global AI hub and accelerating AI deployment.

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Alibaba reveals more powerful Zhenwu AI chip, new LLM

Alibaba announced updates to its AI offerings, including a more powerful chip and a new large language model.

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