WHO chief urges safe burials in visit to heart of Ebola outbreak
Bloomberg This Weekend 5/30/2026
The news doesn’t stop when markets close. Hosts David Gura, Christina Ruffini and Lisa Mateo bring clarity, context and a bit of humor to the weekend’s biggest headlines, LIVE from New York. Joined by The Associated Press International Correspondent Philip Crowther, Fmr. CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden, The New York Times Texas Bureau Chief David Goodman and Cisco President and Chief Product Officer Jeetu Patel. (Source: Bloomberg)
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How the Invention of Rope Gave us Modern Civilization
One of the great general purpose technologies.
Australia’s Defense Minister Marles on Hormuz Uncertainty
Australia’s Defense Minister Richard Marles speaks to Bloomberg TV about how the Iran war is shaping his country’s security outlook, and the importance of freedom of navigation through the seas. He speaks with Bloomberg’s Haslinda Amin on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue. (Source: Bloomberg)
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Odd Lots: How Rope Gave us Modern Civilization (Podcast)
Rope is easy to take for granted. It seems obvious and straightforward. But of course, it had to be invented. Early humans discovered that by twisting fibers around each other, the resulting structure would be something durable and strong. Without rope, all kinds of things aren’t possible, from lifting objects into the air to whaling or modern bridges. So how was it developed and what were the big breakthroughs in its history? On this episode, we speak with Tim Queeney, the author of the recent
Qatar Says Temporary Toll at Strait of Hormuz Is Negotiable
Qatar opposes permanent legal fees for transit through the Strait of Hormuz, but a temporary toll is negotiable and could help restore normal passage through the key waterway, a top official said.
MiniMax Plans China IPO as It Eyes Local Rivals Like DeepSeek
China’s MiniMax Group Inc. has begun preparations for a domestic initial public offering, according to a regulatory filing, as the fast‑growing artificial intelligence startup challenges local rivals including DeepSeek.
Philippine Central Bank Says Inflation May Surge Further in May
The Philippine central bank said the pace of inflation is likely to increase this month, mainly because of food-price increases and the peso’s weakness.
Hegseth Takes Swipe at European Defense Partners
“Western Europe might take note.”
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hailed stable US ties with China and praised allies in Asia, while taking swipes at longstanding partners in Europe, during a speech at a defense forum in Singapore. (Source: Bloomberg)