A bitter but successful battle with Danone of France for control of a joint venture made him the richest person in China for a time.
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What to Know About the Supreme Court Case on Free Speech on Social Media
Both Florida and Texas passed laws regulating how social media companies moderate speech online. The laws, if upheld, could fundamentally alter how the platforms police their sites.
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Can a Tech Giant Be Woke?
Microsoft, once again a juggernaut thanks to artificial intelligence, wants to be seen as an ethical employer. Is there a catch?
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This Man Paid $9,000 for a Pair of Donald Trump Sneakers
Roman Sharf is one of the watch world’s best known dealers. Compared to the Patek on his wrist, the shoes were cheap.
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This Man Paid $9,000 for a Pair of Donald Trump Sneakers
Roman Sharf is one of the watch world’s best known dealers. Compared to the Patek on his wrist, the shoes were cheap.
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Berkshire Hathaway Reports Profit of $97 Billion Last Year, a Record
The conglomerate saw major gains in its insurance operations and in investment income. But revenues at its railroad and utility businesses declined from 2022.
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Farmers Clash With Police and Macron at Paris Agricultural Fair
At the annual show where the French countryside comes to the capital, President Emmanuel Macron’s efforts to calm a monthlong confrontation were met with anger.
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The Cost of Nuclear War in Space
Putting a weapon into orbit is not just a military threat. It’s also a risk to the billions of dollars pouring into the space economy.
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Severe Frostbite Gets a Treatment That May Prevent Amputation
The F.D.A. recently approved the first therapy for patients in danger of losing their toes, fingers and other exposed parts of the body.
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Want to Lose a Lot of Money, Fast? Buy a Small Soccer Team in England.
The country’s lower leagues offer a tempting entry to ownership. But the sport’s economics mean even multimillionaires can struggle to compete.