BRICS expansion is a big win for China. But can it really work as a counterweight to the West? | CNN

CNN  —  When leaders of the BRICS nations gathered for group photos at the end of…

Texans in Congress take bipartisan path to boost semiconductors, a crucial industry to the state

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Concerns mount over potential for food crisis amid Russian moves to cripple Ukrainian grain exports | CNN Politics

CNN  —  The US and its allies are grappling with how to avert a global food…

Putin’s ruthless power play may not preclude a revival of Ukraine grain deal | CNN Politics

CNN  —  Russian President Vladimir Putin just reminded the world that he has the capacity to…

Ethiopia seeks to join BRICS bloc of emerging economies | CNN

Reuters  —  Ethiopia, one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies, has asked to join the BRICS bloc of…

Tim Scott, the only Black Republican in the Senate, enters the 2024 GOP primary | CNN Politics

CNN  —  South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott on Monday formally entered the Republican presidential primary, promising…

Economic incentives clear Senate committee as negotiations continue

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New economic incentive plan clears hurdle in Texas House

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Biden nominates former MasterCard exec Ajay Banga to lead World Bank | CNN Business

New York CNN  —  President Joe Biden has announced that he’s nominating Ajay Banga, a former…

Gov. Greg Abbott says Texas will revamp economic development program after property tax incentive expires

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