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Walmart’s $1 billion investment is strengthening associate careers

Chris, an Army veteran, started his Walmart journey over 25 years ago as an hourly associate. Today, he manages a Distribution Center and serves as a mentor, helping others navigate their own paths to success. At Walmart, associates have the opportunity to take advantage of the pathways, perks, and pay that come with the job — with or without a college degree. In fact, more than 75% of Walmart management started as hourly associates. Learn more about how over 130,000 associates were promoted into roles of greater responsibility and higher pay in FY25.

Advancing AI evaluation through global partnerships

Microsoft recently announced new agreements with the Center for AI Standards and Innovation in the US and the AI Security Institute in the UK to strengthen how advanced AI systems are tested for safety and security. As AI systems become more capable, rigorous testing is essential to ensure they behave as intended and to stay ahead of emerging risks, including those related to national security and public safety. This work brings together government expertise with Microsoft’s experience building and deploying AI to strengthen how risks, safeguards, and system performance are evaluated. Read the full blog here.

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The Iran war's global fallout (so far)

The Iran war has had a ripple effect on the global economy and international relations way beyond the Middle East. Kori Schake of the American Enterprise Institute joins Ian Bremmer to discuss how the conflict is redrawing power for the US, Russia, China, and America's allies.

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Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung meet this week for a two-day summit focused on security, energy, and critical minerals. The two leaders appear to differ on China’s engagement in the future of the region.

Trump flip flops on Iran threats

In his latest “ask ian," Ian Bremmer examines US–Iran tensions, as President Trump signals possible military strikes but repeatedly pulls back amid regional pressure and limited strategic options.

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Russia's costly invasion

Putin heads to China this week to meet Xi Jinping, as they look to reinforce their "no limits" partnership and China's help in weathering Western sanctions. The Ukraine conflict will be high on the agenda, especially as costs for Putin mount.

A "Mexican standoff" in Hormuz?

The US and Iran are deadlocked over the Strait of Hormuz. Kori Schake and Ian Bremmer discuss what went wrong, and what Trump's options are.

Drone warfare shifts the Ukraine-Russia battlefield

Another Trump impeacher bites the dust

Latest Ebola outbreak prompts WHO declaration, Taiwan urges US to continue arms supplies, Spain’s Socialists suffer in Andalusia

The WHO has declared the current epidemic of Ebola virus, that has killed over 90 people, in the DRC and Uganda a public health emergency but has not categorized the outbreak as a pandemic yet.

The Iran war's global fallout (so far)

The Iran war has had a ripple effect on the global economy and international relations way beyond the Middle East. Kori Schake of the American Enterprise Institute joins Ian Bremmer to discuss how the conflict is redrawing power for the US, Russia, China, and America's allies.

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Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung meet this week for a two-day summit focused on security, energy, and critical minerals. The two leaders appear to differ on China’s engagement in the future of the region.

In his latest “ask ian," Ian Bremmer examines US–Iran tensions, as President Trump signals possible military strikes but repeatedly pulls back amid regional pressure and limited strategic options.

Putin heads to China this week to meet Xi Jinping, as they look to reinforce their "no limits" partnership and China's help in weathering Western sanctions. The Ukraine conflict will be high on the agenda, especially as costs for Putin mount.

The US and Iran are deadlocked over the Strait of Hormuz. Kori Schake and Ian Bremmer discuss what went wrong, and what Trump's options are.

The WHO has declared the current epidemic of Ebola virus, that has killed over 90 people, in the DRC and Uganda a public health emergency but has not categorized the outbreak as a pandemic yet.

The Iran war has had a ripple effect on the global economy and international relations way beyond the Middle East. Kori Schake of the American Enterprise Institute joins Ian Bremmer to discuss how the conflict is redrawing power for the US, Russia, China, and America's allies.

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