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Elon Musk, despite Doges success in reducing government spending, declines to lead the department again, citing his preference to focus on his own companies. He believes his political involvement led to Teslas sales drop and vandalism incidents. Musk and Trumps relationship appears to be mended, with Musk praising Trumps humor.

Southeast Asia emerges as a key player in offshore wind industry, offering abundant resources and potential for growth. Despite challenges in the US industry, investors are turning to Southeast Asia, with countries like the Philippines and Vietnam actively developing policies and plans. Singapore, the Philippines, and Vietnam are making strides in establishing themselves as regional hubs. China is also playing a significant role. Despite weather challenges, technology exists for disaster-resilient turbines, making Southeast Asia a promising region for clean energy efforts.

OpenAI welcomes Denise Dresser, former Slack CEO, to bolster global revenue strategy and AI integration. Dressers arrival follows a leadership shakeup at Slack, with Rob Seaman temporarily taking over Dressers role. OpenAI, valued at $500 billion, faces intense competition from Googles Gemini 3, despite ChatGPTs 800 million weekly users. OpenAIs financial commitments exceed $1 trillion, and its yet to explore advertising as a revenue source.

Renewed border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia force hundreds of thousands to flee, seeking refuge in university halls and tents in Thailand, and makeshift shelters in Cambodia. Despite early warnings, many evacuees left with only their clothes, leaving behind homes and belongings. As cool season temperatures drop, evacuees face harsh conditions, with no end to the conflict in sight.

Drone Strike Near Sudans Oil Facility Kills Dozens: A Complex Conflict Escalates A drone strike near Sudans largest oil processing facility has resulted in numerous fatalities, with the exact number still uncertain. The attack, carried out by the Sudanese Armed Forces, targeted the Heglig oil field, recently seized by the Rapid Support Forces. Local reports suggest several tribal leaders and many RSF fighters were among the casualties. The Rapid Support Forces, who claim South Sudanese soldiers were also killed, have condemned the attack as a violation of international law. The government of South Sudans Unity State has confirmed three of their soldiers died in the incident. This event underscores the complex and often tragic impact of the ongoing conflict on neighboring regions, with thousands of Sudanese civilians fleeing to South Sudan for safety. The capture of Heglig by the RSF is seen as a significant development, potentially giving them a strong bargaining chip. The war, which began in April 2023, has already claimed an estimated 150,000 lives, displaced millions, and led to widespread famine.

Tencent withdraws from Warner Brothers Discovery acquisition bid, citing CFIUS concerns; Paramounts hostile takeover offer faces competition from Netflix; Saudi, Abu Dhabi, and Qatar wealth funds concede management rights to avoid scrutiny; CFIUSs growing influence on foreign investments in U.S. media and tech sectors.

Tragedy strikes Fez: Two buildings collapse, killing 19 and injuring 16. Authorities search for survivors amid concerns about aging infrastructure and lax building codes in Moroccos third-largest city.

Tragic Loss: Sudanese Military Plane Crashes, Killing All On Board

Global markets await Feds interest rate decision, with U.S. stocks poised for a potentially flat open, while Asian markets show varied performance. Oil prices rise slightly, and currency markets see the U.S. dollar weaken against the Japanese yen and euro.