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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Monday issued an order blocking a Chinese-backed cryptocurrency mining company from owning land near a nuclear missile base in Wyoming.The order forces the sale of assets operated as cryptocurrency mining facilities near Francis E. Warren Air Force Base. It will also force the removal of certain equipment owned by MineOne Partners Ltd., a company partially owned by the Chinese state.This comes as the US does Major new tariffs set to go into effect on Tuesday U.S. officials and another person familiar with the plan said the move would target electric vehicles, semiconductors, solar…

Unlock the US Election Countdown Newsletter for freeImportant stories about money and politics in the race for the White HouseThe White House has ordered a Chinese group operating a crypto mining operation in Wyoming to sell the land where its servers are located. This is because the facility is adjacent to a base that stores U.S. nuclear ballistic missiles.President Joe Biden has ordered MineOne Partners and its partners to sell land adjacent to Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming within 120 days. He said the British Virgin Islands group, which is majority-owned by Chinese, had not notified the U.S. government…

Written by Alexandra Alper and David LjungrenWASHINGTON (Reuters) – The White House on Monday ordered a Chinese company and its partners to purchase property near a U.S. Air Force base in Wyoming where some of the nation’s nuclear weapons are located, citing espionage fears. He gave them 120 days to sell the item. .The move comes as the United States becomes increasingly concerned about the national security risks posed by Chinese-led purchases of American property near sensitive military sites.According to the White House, Chinese-owned MineOne Partners Limited partnered with other companies to purchase real estate for cryptocurrency mining in June…

4:36 PM ET, May 13, 2024 Highlights of Michael Cohen’s testimony on how to pay hush money From CNN’s Eric Levenson Michael Cohen will be questioned by prosecutor Susan Hoffinger on Monday. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is in the foreground. Christine Cornell Michael Cohen ended his day’s testimony by explaining how he, a former member of the Trump Organization, supported the Trump administration. CFO Allen Weisselberg and Donald Trump have agreed to reimburse Stormy Daniels for the $130,000 hush money they paid her. After Mr. Trump won the election, Mr. Cohen pitched Mr. Trump an arrangement in which he…

(Courtesy of City of Ozark) OZARK, Ala. (WDHN) – A Dale County motel could go out of business after a year-long battle with local officials over alleged safety violations. The Ozark City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 21 at 5 p.m. to discuss the revocation of the operating license for the Days Inn on Highway 231 in Ozark, owned by Namaste Hospitality LLC. The matter was brought to Congress on the recommendation of Secretary of Public Safety Charles Ward. Ward said over the past year his department and the city have been working with the motel…

Info-Tech Research Group’s latest industry research provides strategies for leveraging real-time transportation visibility to improve logistics efficiency. The newly published blueprint provides practical guidance for organizations looking to optimize supply chain operations, ensuring timely delivery and robust response capabilities in a rapidly changing global market.Toronto, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – The logistics sector is experiencing significant growth and technological advancements, significantly increasing the importance of real-time transportation visibility systems. These systems allow organizations to improve supply chain and delivery efficiency and adapt to evolving market expectations. Info-Tech Research Group’s latest industry blueprint, Real-time traffic visualization systemExplore how these technologies can…

In its latest analysis, Sports Illustrated has identified “the five 2024 NFL Draft picks most likely to fail in the AFC.” SI spotlighted Georgia Bulldogs offensive tackle Amarius Mims, who was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals with the 18th overall pick, rating him as potentially the biggest bust in this class. Mims’ physical attributes are definitely impressive, with his height standing at 6’8″ and weight at 340 lbs. His game tape shows that he is a force in both pass protection and run blocking. He often overwhelms edge defenders with ease.Despite these strengths, Mims’ college career raises some serious red…

This transcript was created using speech recognition software. While it has been reviewed by human transcribers, it may contain errors. Please review the episode audio before quoting from this transcript and email transcripts@nytimes.com with any questions.sabrina taverniseFrom “The New York Times,” I’m Sabrina Tavernise, and this is “The Daily.”[MUSIC PLAYING]Donald Trump upended decades of American policy when he started a trade war with China. Many thought that President Biden would reverse those policies. Instead, he’s stepping them up. Today, my colleague, Jim Tankersley, explains.[MUSIC PLAYING]It’s Monday, May 13.Jim, it’s very nice to have you in the studio.jim tankersleyIt’s so great…

downward angle icon An icon in the shape of a downward facing corner. Stephanie Skinner refused to take over as Miss Teen USA. Chance Yeh/Getty Images for Supermodels Unlimited/Courtesy of Stephanie Skinner Miss USA Noelia Vogt and Miss Teen USA Umasofia Srivastava resigned from their positions last week.Miss Teen USA runner-up Stephanie Skinner of New York declined to take over as queen.The organization has faced several resignations in recent weeks. The first runner-up of Miss Teen USA will not take over as queen.On Wednesday, Miss Teen USA Umasofia Srivastava announced she would step down, just two days after Miss USA…

/photos/india/politics/lok-sabha-elections-4th-phase-sees-68-pc-voter-participation-west-bengal-leads-76-pc-turnout-19411158.htmcopiedVoting was held in 96 constituencies across 10 states and union territories in the fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections, with around 67.70 per cent voter turnout. (Image: PTI)/photos/india/politics/lok-sabha-elections-4th-phase-sees-68-pc-voter-participation-west-bengal-leads-76-pc-turnout-19411158.htmcopiedWith the end of the fourth phase, the polls have crossed the halfway mark, with voters from 379 constituencies across 23 states and union territories voting. (Image: PTI)/photos/india/politics/lok-sabha-elections-4th-phase-sees-68-pc-voter-participation-west-bengal-leads-76-pc-turnout-19411158.htmcopiedTo encourage voters to participate in elections, the Election Commission of India was promoting the setting up of themed polling stations across the country. Pictured above, children greet voters at a hockey-themed polling booth in Jharkhand’s Simdega district. (Image: PTI)/photos/india/politics/lok-sabha-elections-4th-phase-sees-68-pc-voter-participation-west-bengal-leads-76-pc-turnout-19411158.htmcopiedIn the fourth phase of voting,…