The FDIC attributed most of the improvement to the stronger economy in 2021, as the coronavirus pandemic restrictions largely expired and there were low levels of unemployment.
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U.S. vows full military defense of allies against North Korea
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman is warning North Korea against escalating its provocations.
Pope, other leaders, appeal for end to ‘nuclear nightmare’
The appeal included a call for the world to be ‘rid of the nuclear nightmare,’ for the sake of future generations.
Russia has notified U.S. it will stage annual nuclear drills
Such notifications have been routine under the terms of the New START treaty, but U.S. officials are wary given the war in Ukraine.
Ukraine alleges Russian dirty bomb deception at nuke plant
Russian forces have performed secret work at Europe’s largest nuclear power plant, Ukraine’s nuclear energy operator says.
Jan. 6 panel interviews former Trump aide Hope Hicks
She was looped in on some texts and emails the day before the then-president’s speech outside the White House and before the violence unfolded, according to CNN.
Former Trump chief of staff Mark Meadows trying to avoid testifying in Georgia election probe
A special grand jury is investigating whether then-President Donald Trump and his allies illegally tried to influence the state’s 2020 election.
Brazilian voters bombarded with misinformation before vote
Baseless and politically motivated rumors are whipping through social media in Latin America’s largest democracy.
Woman testifies Harvey Weinstein rape filled her with guilt
In his opening statement, Harvey Weinstein’s attorney Mark Werksman said many of the counts his client is charged with were actually consensual sex.
Clorox recalls cleaning products that may contain bacteria
The Clorox Company said Tuesday it has recalled its scented multi-surface cleaners and all-purpose cleaners.