International firms count losses from Russia exit

Western sanctions have so far cost global corporations almost $60 billion, Wall Street Journal estimates The losses of international companies from Western sanctions on Russia have exceeded $59 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, citing data from public statements and securities filings.

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Merch for new US holiday triggers racial controversy

From T-shirts to watermelon salads, corporate America’s response to the newest federal holiday has generated backlash With ‘Juneteenth’ now a federal holiday, US retailers have used the opportunity to hawk products marking black freedom. However, activists say that some of these products miss the mark, while others are racially offensive.

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Putin speaks to Modi

The leaders of Russia and India discussed bilateral relations and the Ukraine conflict during a phone call Russian President Vladimir Putin had a phone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, the Kremlin has announced. The leaders reportedly discussed issues related to the development of bilateral ties and noted progress in various fields…

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