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Tesla In Trouble? DOJ Requests Info On Musk's Self-Driving Cars

Tesla has received a request from the Justice Department for information regarding its "Full Self-Driving" and Autopilot features.

GM Shoves Aside Recession Fears With Robust 2023 Forecast

General Motors Co shares jumped early on Tuesday after it reported higher net income for the fourth quarter, forecast stronger-than-expected earnings for 2023 and said it would cut $2 billion in costs.

People participate in a protest after the death of Tyre Nichols, in Memphis

Memphis Prosecutor Sees More Charges Possible In Nichols Case

Memphis prosecutors could bring more criminal charges against police officers and others involved in the events leading up to and following the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, the county district attorney said in a statement on Twitter on Tuesday.

People visit the Caterpillar stand at the 'Bauma' Trade Fair in Munich

U.S. Earnings Run Ahead Of Estimates, Even As Execs Voice Caution

The companies that produce goods at the heart of the U.S. consumer economy - SUVs, washing machines, heavy equipment and hamburgers - kept rolling along at the end of 2022.

Anti-coup protester looks out through a barricade during a protest against the military rule, in Yangon

U.S., Allies Mark Anniversary Of Myanmar Coup With Fresh Sanctions

The United States and its allies will impose further sanctions on Myanmar on Tuesday, marking the two-year anniversary of the coup with curbs on energy officials and members of the junta, among others.

Demonstrators protest the alleged corruption in the government, in Guatemala City

Corruption Rife Across Latin America; Guatemala, Nicaragua Reach All-time Lows: Report

Guatemala, Nicaragua and Cuba reached all-time lows on Transparency International's corruption index released on Tuesday due to increased organized crime by public institutions, co-optation by political and economic elites and increased human rights abuses.

Spotify Shares Jump On Bullish Outlook As More Users Tune In

Spotify Technology SA on Tuesday forecast that the number of listeners would reach 500 million in the current quarter as it reported fourth-quarter results that beat expectations for both active users and subscribers.

2 Monkeys Mysteriously Vanish From Dallas Zoo After Exotic Vulture's Death

The zoo officials are suspecting foul play behind the disappearance of the monkeys.

School District Worker Accused Of Stealing Millions-Worth Of Chicken Wings

The stolen food included 11,000 cases of chicken wings, which have never been served to students because they contained bones, prosecutors said.

Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen speaks with Czech President-elect Petr Pavel on a conference call in Taipei

China Raps Czech President-elect Over Taiwan Call

China condemned on Tuesday a phone call between Czech President-elect Petr Pavel and Taiwan President Tsai Ing-Wen, saying he ignored Beijing's repeated attempts at dissuasion.

Exxon Smashes Western Oil Majors' Earnings Record With $59 Billion Profit

Exxon Mobil Corp posted $59 billion in adjusted profit for 2022, the company said on Tuesday, taking home more than $6.7 million per hour last year, and setting not only a company record but a historic high for the Western oil industry.