China

Calls for Japan to prioritize renewable energy sources like wind and solar are increasing as the government reviews its energy plans. However, China's dominance of key components and technologies adds complexity.

TL/DR - Microsoft's recent research reveals that Russia is attempting to weaken U.S. support for Ukraine before the 2024 election, while China's influence campaigns are trying to subvert Americans' faith in democracy and create divisions among them. Compared to their efforts in the 2016 and 2020 elections, both nations' attempts to influence…

TL/DR - Swiss solar-panel manufacturer, Meyer Burger Technology AG, is shifting its operations to the US after shutting down its factory in Germany, due to competition from cheaper Chinese alternatives. The company raised $220.5 million for the move and cited Europe's "massive competitive disadvantages". The US was chosen as the preferred…

TL/DR - Despite lower utilization of prescription medications, Medicaid spending on prescription drugs has increased significantly, according to a recent report by the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF). The study, based on data from 2016 to 2022, found that although the number of prescriptions per Medicaid enrollee decreased, net spending on…