- WorldRussia threatens Lithuania with 'consequences' over blocked rail to enclave, article with video
Russia threatened on Tuesday to punish Lithuania with measures that would have a "serious negative impact" for blocking some shipments by rail to Moscow's Baltic Sea enclave of Kaliningrad, the latest dispute over sanctions imposed over war in Ukraine.
- LegalU.S. Supreme Court backs public money for religious schools
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed more public funding of religious entities in an important ruling in favor of two Christian families who challenged a Maine tuition assistance program that excluded private schools that promote religion.
- MarketsAnticipating U.S. downturn, Elon Musk details Tesla staff cuts, article with video
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla , said a 10% cut in salaried staff at the electric car maker will happen over three months, as the world's richest man predicted a U.S. recession was more likely than not.
- MarketsTech and energy shares boost Wall St in bear market rally
Wall Street's major indexes climbed on Tuesday as investors scooped up shares of megacap growth and energy companies that were hammered in a rout last week on worries over a global economic downturn.
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- U.S. Congress' Jan. 6 committee to zero in on pressure over Georgia election results, article with galleryUnited States ·
June 21, 2022 · 11:14 AM UTC The congressional committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday will focus on then-President Donald Trump's efforts to pressure state officials as part of his broader effort to remain in office despite losing 2020's election, committee aides said.