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Cruz responds to Macron’s ‘stunning’ decision to back China despite Biden’s pandering: ‘Assiduously courted’

Fox News Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, took to Twitter early Wednesday morning to chastise President Biden and his foreign policy, which he claims led America’s oldest ally into the waiting arms of China’s Xi Jinping. “Stunning,” Cruz wrote in a tweet, sharing comments French President Emmanuel Macron made earlier in the day about China. During…

Cotton Candy and $864 in Sex Toys: Influencers Go Big on Tax Write-Offs

Wall Street Journal People who earn income off social-media posts test the limits of the IRS https://www.wsj.com/articles/tax-write-offs-influencers-refunds-7345a8d2

Russia Stole Land and Grain. Now It’s Taking Timber, Ukraine Says.

Wall Street Journal Officials say acres of forest have been cut down for commercial gain or to fortify defensive positions. https://www.wsj.com/articles/russia-stole-land-and-grain-now-its-taking-timber-ukraine-says-80de779c

Do Calories Count if You Eat Them in an Airport?

Wall Street Journal Even healthy eaters treat themselves when they’re about to fly; who’s buying cupcakes and mimosas before takeoff. https://www.wsj.com/articles/do-calories-count-if-you-eat-them-in-an-airport-b518552a

People Are Sick and Tired of All Their Subscriptions

Wall Street Journal Consumers are rethinking their relationship to subscriptions—and so are companies. https://www.wsj.com/articles/people-are-sick-and-tired-of-all-their-subscriptions-cbee7e03

Justin Pearson of ‘Tennessee Three’ Could Be Reinstated Wednesday

Wall Street Journal State representative for parts of Memphis was expelled last week by Tennessee Republicans, along with another from Nashville. https://www.wsj.com/articles/justin-pearson-of-tennessee-three-could-be-reinstated-wednesday-425e10f6

The 60-40 Investment Strategy Is Back After Tanking Last Year

Wall Street Journal The recovery has emboldened investors who didn’t stray from the approach—60% invested in U.S. stocks and 40% in bonds—during 2022’s market tumult. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-60-40-investment-strategy-is-back-after-tanking-last-year-b4892aac

Pro Take: Federal Home Loan Bank Dividends Hit $1.4 Billion in 2022 as Review Examines Its Mission

Wall Street Journal The government-sponsored entity recently agreed to increase how much profit it contributes to its affordable housing program. https://www.wsj.com/articles/pro-take-federal-home-loan-bank-dividends-hit-1-4-billion-in-2022-as-review-examines-its-mission-3c54d835

Online Shopping’s Fast-Delivery Race Is Slowing Down

Wall Street Journal Shoppers are showing more willingness to wait for deliveries as concerns over shipping costs grow. https://www.wsj.com/articles/online-shoppings-fast-delivery-race-is-slowing-down-73d4c68c

AI Can Write a Song, but It Can’t Beat the Market

Wall Street Journal Quants have tried for decades with limited success at the biggest challenge. https://www.wsj.com/articles/ai-can-write-a-song-but-it-cant-beat-the-market-6df50efd