U.S. on Track for Rare Earth Supply Chain by 2027
The U.S. is making solid progress towards establishing a domestic supply chain for rare earth elements by 2027, crucial for defense needs.
Humanitarian Aid Reaches Gaza via Temporary U.S. Pier
On Friday, trucks carrying humanitarian aid began delivering much-needed supplies to Gaza using a temporary pier built by the U.S.
House Passes Bill to Expedite Weapons to Israel
The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives passed the Israel Security Assistance Support Act on Thursday, pushing President Biden to send weapons to Israel more quickly.
Panama's New President-Elect Gathers Pro-Business Team
Panama's President-elect Jose Raul Mulino has announced his first cabinet selections, emphasizing a pro-business approach.
Chinese Hacking Targets European Cargo Shipping
A top cybersecurity firm, ESET, has uncovered Chinese hacking attempts in the European cargo shipping industry, marking the latest instance of China-aligned groups infiltrating Western economic infrastructure.
UK Economy on the Rise With Strongest Growth in Nearly Three Years
The UK's economy experienced its strongest growth in almost three years, with a 0.6% expansion in the first quarter of 2024, according to the Office for National Statistics.
Trump Courts Oil Industry Support for Second Term Agenda
Former President Trump is collaborating with the oil industry to overturn President Biden's fossil fuel regulations if he wins in 2024.
Target Scales Back Pride Collection After Conservative Backlash
In response to pushback from conservative activists, Target has decided to limit the in-store availability of its Pride Month Collection to roughly half of its 2,000 stores.
New Panamanian President-Elect Plans to Boost Canal Resilience and Tourism
Panama's incoming president, Jose Raul Mulino, intends to tackle the challenges facing the Panama Canal, which is grappling with an unprecedented drought.
U.S. Warns of Economic Impact if Taiwan Chip Production Is Disrupted
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo emphasized that a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan and the takeover of chip manufacturer TSMC would be catastrophic for the U.S. economy.
South Korea Welcomes U.S. Extension on EV Tax Credits
South Korea has welcomed the U.S. decision to extend electric vehicle tax credits for cars containing Chinese graphite until 2026.
Supply Chain Woes Put the Heat on Sriracha Production
Huy Fong Foods, the makers of the popular green-capped Sriracha sauce, has halted production due to a shortage of red winter jalapeños.
TikTok Takes the Feds to Court Over Security vs. Free Speech
TikTok has filed a lawsuit challenging a new federal law that could force its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to sell the app or face a ban in the U.S.
Navigating Geopolitical Challenges in Global Supply Chain Management
In a recent column in Supply Chain Management Review, a story surfaced about how a LAN transformer led to thousands of Audi, Bentley, and Porsche vehicles being stuck at U.S. ports, potentially breaching the U.S. Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.
U.S. Moves to Ban Russian Uranium Imports
In a bid to further pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine, the U.S. Senate has unanimously passed a bill to prohibit Russian uranium imports.
Biden Administration Proposes Reclassification of Cannabis, Potentially Easing Federal Restrictions
The Biden administration is gearing up to make a historic shift by planning to reclassify cannabis under federal law.
U.S. Cities Grapple with Financial Strains Post-Pandemic
Across the United States, municipal governments are tightening their belts as the financial support from the pandemic era fades and inflation persists.
TikTok's Future in the U.S Is On Rocky Ground in the Wake of Biden's Security Legislation
President Joe Biden recently signed a $95 billion national security package that includes a provision potentially banning TikTok, but with a critical timeline extension.
Baltimore Files Legal Claims Against Cargo Ship Owners for Bridge Collapse
The City of Baltimore is holding the owner and manager of the cargo ship responsible for the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge last month.
FBI Director Highlights Chinese Cyber Threats to U.S. Infrastructure
FBI Director Christopher Wray recently highlighted a serious cyber threat from Chinese government-linked hackers, known as Volt Typhoon, in a speech at the 2024 Vanderbilt Summit on Modern Conflict and Emerging Threats.