Key Takeaways
- US bans new China-made drones from DJI and Autel Robotics over security concerns.
- Cuba faces a severe economic crisis exacerbated by the US oil blockade on Venezuela.
- The first GLP-1 weight loss pill, a tablet version of Ozempic/Wagovi, gained US approval.
- Lawmakers are increasingly choosing not to seek re-election, citing "grief" and Congress's diminished influence.
- A new business etiquette quiz reveals many professionals struggle with workplace manners, particularly phone use.
- Denmark and Greenland leaders called on President Trump to respect Greenland's sovereignty.
Deep Dive
- Denmark and Greenland leaders called on President Trump to respect Greenland's sovereignty.
- The request followed Trump's appointment of a special envoy to the Arctic territory.
- The U.S. asserts that Greenland is crucial for its national security.
- The Federal Communications Commission banned new drones and components from China, including DJI and Autel Robotics.
- The FCC cited security risks as the reason for the ban.
- The move has angered U.S. commercial drone pilots.
- Cuba faces severe economic hardship, including prolonged blackouts, hunger, and disease.
- The crisis is linked to the Trump administration's oil tanker blockade on Venezuela, Cuba's main oil supplier.
- Over 2.7 million Cubans, a quarter of the population, have fled the island since 2020.
- Cuban officials acknowledge the problems but have not offered clear solutions, exacerbating demographic challenges.
- A new edition of Emily Post's guide prompts discussion on business etiquette.
- A quiz revealed many struggle with workplace manners, particularly regarding phone usage in meetings.
- Wall Street Journal staff averaged a score of five out of ten on the etiquette quiz.