Deutsche Bank viewed Donald Trump as a ‘whale’ of a client, wanted to land him and eagerly cultivated a relationship that grew from $13,000 worth of revenue to $6 million in two years.
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U.S. economy grew 5.2% in 3rd quarter, more than first estimated
The government’s other main gauge of economic activity – gross domestic income – rose a more moderate 1.5%.
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Indian government official plotted to kill Sikh separatist leader in New York City, U.S. says
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who is considered a terrorist by the Indian government, has advocated for the establishment of a sovereign state for Sikhs.
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Rosalynn Carter is eulogized before family and friends as husband Jimmy bears silent witness
The former first lady, who died Nov. 19 at the age of 96.
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U.S. Air Force Osprey crashes off Japan during training mission, killing at least 1 of 8 on board
The cause of the crash and the status of the 7 others on the aircraft were not immediately known.
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Last planned release of hostages in Gaza begins, as mediators aim to extend truce
Israel says it will maintain the truce if captives continue to be freed. But it also says it is committed to its other major goal – the annihilation of Hamas.
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World economy to slow next year because of inflation, high rates and war, OECD says
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development expects the world’s two biggest economies, the United States and China, to decelerate next year
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U.S. life expectancy rose last year, but it remains below its pre-pandemic level
The decline in COVID-19 deaths drove 84% of the increase in life expectancy, CDC researchers said.
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Winning the presidential nomination is all about delegates. But how does the process work?
Here are the basics about the delegate selection process that you should know as the primary campaign gets underway.
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Sports Illustrated is the latest media company damaged by an AI experiment gone wrong
The online magazine stands accused of being less than forthcoming about who or what is writing its stories at the dawn of the artificial intelligence age.