U.s. Government

President Donald Trump stated that he wants Ukraine to supply the U.S. with rare earth minerals in return for aid, emphasizing the need for “equalization” for the nearly $300 billion in support. He also addressed Panama, saying the country had agreed on “some things” after his threats over China’s influence on the canal. Trump signed an executive order to create a sovereign wealth fund, suggesting it could purchase TikTok, though details remain unclear. He also defended Elon Musk’s role in shrinking the U.S. government, stating that Musk’s actions are approved and that he “will not be allowed” into conflicts.

India prepares to pay $1.4 bn Iran oil dues: Sources

The landmark nuclear deal between Iran and six major world powers was struck on July 14 and sanctions could begin to be removed later this year if UN inspectors confirm Tehran is complying with its provisions.

Asian shares retreat; Greece, China woes in focus

Euro zone members gave Athens until the end of this week to propose reform measures in order to secure the funding it needs to stay in the euro zone.

Apple, A123 close to settling battery hiring lawsuit

Apple Inc and electric battery maker A123 Systems are close to settling a legal dispute over claims that the smartphone and computer maker, which is also looking into building an electric vehicle, poached A123 employees to build a large-scale battery unit.

Fiat strikes $4.35 billion deal to buy rest of Chrysler

The agreement, announced on Wednesday, cements Marchionne's reputation as the industry's consummate dealmaker about a decade after he took the helm of Fiat as a car business newcomer, analysts and bankers said.

U.S. order targets WikiLeaks supporter's Google mail - WSJ

The U.S. government obtained secret court orders to force Google Inc. and a small Internet provider to hand over information from email accounts ...

Not so simple: US spy agency trying to go mobile

Troy Lange knows that just mentioning cellphones is enough to give security officers heartburn at the National Security Agency. Lange, as the NSA's mobility mission manager,