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Trump Says Venezuela Airspace to Reopen After Rodriguez Call (Opening Remarks)
Bloomberg Television· 2026-01-29 18:59
want to thank my entire cabinet for 12 months of unprecedented achievements. We really have I mean unprecedented the numbers we've had on the economy and growth. Uh you see them and that's despite a Democrat shutdown.Without the shutdown we would have picked up about a point and a half more than already high numbers, record setting numbers. So this has been I think and a lot of people say it the most successful year of any administration in American history. first year.There's never been a first year like t ...
State of the AI Industry — the OpenAI Podcast Ep. 12
OpenAI· 2026-01-19 16:00
Hello, I'm Andrew Mayne, and this is the OpenAI Podcast. Today, our guests are Sarah Friar, CFO of OpenAI, and legendary investor Vinod Khosla of Khosla Ventures. In this discussion, we're going to talk about the state of the AI ecosystem, whether or not we're in a bubble, and how startups and investors can succeed as AI progresses.Unlike something like Netflix, where they're running so many hours in the day, I think of it much more like infrastructure, like electricity. Demand is limited, not by anything o ...
Trump Announces ‘The Great Healthcare Plan,’ Urges Congress to Pass It | WSJ News
WSJ News· 2026-01-15 20:40
Today, I'm thrilled to announce my plan to lower health care prices for all Americans and truly make health care affordable again. We're doing things that nobody's ever been able to do. We're calling it the great health care plan.Instead of putting the needs of big corporations and special interests first, our plan finally puts you first and puts more money in your pocket. The government is going to pay the money directly to you. it goes to you and then you take the money and buy your own health care.Nobody ...
中建二局二公司:新中标一批工程 类型涵盖芯片、康养等领域
Cai Jing Wang· 2026-01-14 03:06
Core Viewpoint - China State Construction Engineering Corporation's Second Bureau has recently secured multiple engineering contracts, indicating a strong performance in various sectors including chip manufacturing, healthcare, smart manufacturing, and infrastructure [1] Group 1: Project Details - The newly awarded projects include the construction of the KeXin HuaXun Building, the Guangming District Tangjia Community land return project, and the TaiKang Home Taiyuan project [1] - Additional projects encompass the New Feng County Shatian Town "Hundred Million Project" typical town cultivation project, the Qingdao Haier Jiaozhou intelligent manufacturing project (Phase II), and the Dongshen High-tech Industry Project [1] - The scope of these projects reflects a diverse portfolio, covering critical areas such as semiconductor technology, elder care, and advanced manufacturing [1]
Preparing for Appointments | with ChatGPT
OpenAI· 2026-01-08 17:15
So that way and then to the side. When you find out that your child has cancer, you feel helpless. Your mind is just spinning with the possibilities.We spent a lot of time wondering what the best surgery option would be for Tommy. And your time with doctors can be very limited. We would go in ready with questions from ChatGPT to make sure that we would get the most out of those conversations.The surgeon said, if you're an athlete, you might want to seriously consider an amputation. You can't stop playing on ...
'Uphill battle': Top Dem hopeful they can pressure Senate GOP to extend Obamacare subsidies
MSNBC· 2025-12-22 02:46
Healthcare Policy & Political Landscape - The report highlights the imminent expiration of Obamacare subsidies, potentially causing premium increases for millions of Americans [1] - A discharge petition, signed by House Republicans and Democrats, aims to force a vote on extending these subsidies [1] - The House is likely to pass the extension with bipartisan support, but the Senate presents a challenge due to Republican opposition and potential filibustering [1] - Former President Trump's opposition to Obamacare adds another layer of complexity, potentially leading to a veto even if the bill passes Congress [1] - A CBS poll indicates that 68% of Americans support extending the subsidies, including almost 40% of registered Republicans [2] - The Congressman suggests some Republicans may face voter anger in upcoming elections due to their stance on healthcare [2][3] Financial Implications & Policy Decisions - The Republican tax bill is criticized for allegedly prioritizing tax cuts for the top 1% at the expense of healthcare for millions of Americans [1] - The Congressman mentions $1 trillion in cuts specifically to healthcare within the Republican tax bill [7] - The report suggests a unified Democratic government may have missed an opportunity to make the extensions permanent [1] Public Sentiment & Community Impact - A town hall in Pennsylvania revealed that healthcare dominated 75% of the conversation, with attendees expressing anger and fear [5] - The report emphasizes the limitations of the nonprofit sector in compensating for potential federal government cuts to healthcare [6] - The report highlights the potential for individuals to become uninsured if they cannot afford the premium hikes [4]
'I don't have time for him!' Jasmine Crockett RIPS JD Vance's personal attack
MSNBC· 2025-12-22 02:32
Campaign & Political Strategy - Jasmine Crockett launched her campaign for the Texas Senate election and is considered a front runner [1][2] - Crockett emphasizes her authenticity and connection with everyday people, contrasting it with her opponent's approach [6] - Crockett aims to engage with all Texans, regardless of political affiliation, to counter Republican strategies [5] Policy Positions & Priorities - Crockett supports raising the minimum wage to increase the income of working-class individuals [14][15] - Crockett advocates for extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax subsidies to help approximately 4 million Texans gain or maintain health insurance [9] - Crockett criticizes tax cuts for billionaires while healthcare subsidies face potential cuts [16] - Crockett calls for oversight of the Supreme Court, including ethics regulations and scrutiny of lifetime appointments [18][19] Israel & Foreign Policy - Crockett defends her voting record on Israel, stating that she supported aid packages that included assistance to Gaza, Taiwan, and Haiti [26][28] - Crockett claims to have signed numerous letters related to the people of Gaza and concerns about ceasefire violations [24][25] Texas Economy & Trade - Crockett highlights the impact of tariff policies on small businesses in Texas, leading to record bankruptcies [17] - Texas is a large trading state [16]
Extension to Obamacare tax credits ‘already too late’: Dem Rep. on looming price surges
MSNBC· 2025-12-21 22:02
Economic Concerns in Pennsylvania - Voters in Pennsylvania are experiencing rising costs in groceries and utility bills, contradicting claims of economic prosperity [2] - Tariffs are negatively impacting small businesses and increasing the prices of goods like washers, appliances, cars, wallboard, and lumber [5][6] - Government data indicates that inflation is rising again, partly due to tariffs [6] Affordable Care Act (ACA) and Healthcare - The expiration of ACA tax credits has led to a significant increase in insurance premiums, with some premiums doubling or increasing by $1,000 a month, making them unaffordable for many [3] - Nearly half a million Pennsylvanians rely on ACA subsidies, and their premiums could jump by an average of 21% without the extension [8][9] - Democrats are emphasizing that Republicans chose to prioritize tax breaks for billionaires over extending tax credits for health insurance [11] Special Counsel Jack Smith's Investigation - Special Counsel Jack Smith investigated evidence that President Trump conspired to overturn the 2020 election, including efforts to undermine Pennsylvania election results [14][15] - Republicans are perceived as trying to discredit Jack Smith and prevent him from speaking publicly about his findings [13][14][17][18] - A report regarding indictments for unlawfully retaining documents at Mara Lago has been blocked from public view for a couple of years [19]
America’s ‘bizarre economics’ is designed to ‘enrich the rich’ and it's leaving many people behind
MSNBC· 2025-12-21 19:11
Poverty Line and Living Costs - Simplify Asset Management的研究表明,对于一个四口之家来说,更合理的贫困线门槛可能是 14 万美元左右[1] - 该研究基于新泽西州考德威尔或埃塞克斯县的数据,指出儿童保育费用约为 3.2 万美元,住房约为 2.3 万美元,食品为 1.4 万美元,交通约为 1.5 万美元,医疗保健为 1 万美元,其他必需品约为 2.2 万美元,税收为 1.85 万美元[2] - MIT Living Wage Project 的数据显示,美国不同地区的贫困线标准差异很大,从低成本地区的约 8.5 万美元到纽约市等高成本地区的超过 18 万美元不等[3] Benefit Cliffs and Marginal Tax Rates - 官方贫困线与实际生活成本之间的巨大差距,导致家庭收入略高于贫困线时,会面临失去 SNAP 或 EBT 等福利的挑战,形成“死亡谷”或“福利悬崖”,导致实际边际税率可能超过 100%[4] - 家庭收入从 4 万美元增加到 10 万美元,生活水平往往没有实质性改善,甚至难以维持现状[4] Wealth Distribution and Economic Policy - 自里根时代以来,美国经济政策发生了重大转变,导致超过 50 万亿美元的财富从普通劳动人民及其家庭转移到极少数富人手中[9] - 里根政府在 1980 年代放松了反垄断法的执行,导致并购活动激增,加剧了财富转移[9] - 中产阶级占人口的比例从里根上任时的三分之二下降到现在的 45% 左右[10] Housing Market and Generational Wealth - 住房成本的上涨速度超过了通货膨胀,对那些无法拥有住房的人造成了经济压力[22][23] - 千禧一代仅掌握美国 4% 的财富,而 90 年代与他们同龄的人掌握了 22% 的财富[18] - 住房成本挤占了其他领域的消费,对整体经济产生影响[24] Regulatory Frameworks and Housing Scarcity - 住房供应的短缺在一定程度上是由于监管框架人为造成的[26] - 房地产市场的垄断行为,例如 RealPage 的垄断,人为地制造了合谋和租金上涨[25] Potential Solutions and Policy Recommendations - 讨论了解决住房负担能力问题的各种方法,包括监管改革、限制公司和外国人拥有住房,以及政府在住房和医疗保健等领域的干预[29][30][32] - 医疗保健和教育应被视为公共资源[18]
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CNN Breaking News· 2025-12-19 19:43
Policy & Regulation - Trump announces "Most Favored Nation" deals with nine drug companies [1] - Aiming to lower drug prices for US patients [1]