Three years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Ukrainian journalist Nataliya Gumenyuk discusses how Ukrainians feel excluded from ceasefire discussions with NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe. Despite ongoing talks, Ukrainians are concerned about being left out of negotiations that directly impact their country’s future. The absence of Ukrainian representation in these discussions raises questions about the validity and effectiveness of potential ceasefire agreements.
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US banks announce big shareholder payouts as Fed eases stress tests
Wall Street's major banks, including JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs, announced significant shareholder payouts after passing relaxed regulatory stress tests, reflecting a less stringent banking environment post-2008 financial crisis. JPMorgan plans a $50 billion share buyback and increases its dividend to $1.50 per share, while Goldman raises its dividend by 33% to $4, marking a shift towards increased capital returns to shareholders. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Big banks are giving more money to...
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