Chinese leader Xi Jinping emerged from a party conclave this week not only more firmly ensconced in power than ever, but also with a stronger…
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Why did the SEC release a report on GameStop?
(Corrects paragraph 6 to clarify that Schwab did not restrict buying or selling of GameStop’s shares, but that it adjusted margin requirements and restricted certain…
Explainer: What is a DDoS cyber attack?
OPINION: Cyber-attacks come in all shapes and sizes and range from the work of kids just noodling about online right through to state-level actors trying…
EXPLAINER: Western water projects in infrastructure deal
By SUMAN NAISHADHAM, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Included in the sweeping $1 trillion infrastructure bill approved by the Senate is funding for Western water projects…
EXPLAINER: How “the twisties” stopped Simone Biles cold – The Denver Post
TOKYO — Maybe Simone Biles made soaring through the air look too easy. It’s not — a fact she and other gymnasts who constantly negotiate…
EXPLAINER: How Blue Origin’s Jeff Bezos will soar into space – The Denver Post
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — When Blue Origin launches people into space for the first time, founder Jeff Bezos will be on board. No test pilots…
Explainer-Who's who in Israel's new patchwork coalition government
JERUSALEM (Reuters) – Israel’s new government, due to be sworn in on Sunday, consists of a hodgepodge of political parties that have little in common…
Oscars explainer: Why this was the most awkward Academy Awards ever
The 93rd annual Academy Awards were always going to be a bit surreal this year. The pandemic changed many of the usual rhythms and traditions…
Explainer: U.S. repo market flirts with negative rates as Fed seeks to absorb excess cash
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Excess cash in the financial system has pressured overnight interest rates, in some instances pushing them negative, which, analysts said, could…
Explainer: Why is there a global chip shortage and why should you care?
(Reuters) – From delayed car deliveries to a supply shortfall in home appliances to costlier smartphones, businesses and consumers across the globe are facing the…