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Reuters: Dow tops 21,000 after Trump speech, rate hike talk
The Dow crossed the 21,000 mark for the first time on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump's measured tone in his first speech to Congress lifted optimism and investors viewed a looming interest rate hike as a glass half full.
The three main stock indexes were on track for their best one-day gain since Nov. 7, a day before the U.S. presidential election, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also hitting record highs.
Trump on Tuesday said he wanted to boost the U.S. economy with a "massive" tax relief and make a $1 trillion effort on infrastructure, bets that have helped Wall Street scale fresh records since the Nov. 8 election.
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MIDDLE EAST
US and coalition military strikes continue against ISIS terrorists in Syria, Iraq.
Up to 15,000 IS fighters remain in Iraq and Syria: US general.
Iraqi army nears Mosul's main government buildings as battle to oust Isis proceeds quicker than expected.
Syria air force bombed convoy, U.N. says in Aleppo probe.
Syria's FSA vows to attack government forces in Al Bab.
Syrian Army retakes Palmyra citadel from ISIS – sources to RT. Palmyra: Syrian forces 'enter' IS-held town.
UN Syria probe finds all sides committed war crimes in Aleppo. UN: Both sides committed war crimes in Syria's Aleppo.
Russia and China veto UN resolution to impose sanctions on Syria.
48,000 displaced by battles around Yemen's Mokha: UN.
ASIA
Taliban assaults target two security buildings in Kabul. Twin blasts in Kabul, Taliban claims deadly attacks. Simultaneous Taliban attacks kill at least 16 in Kabul.
Myanmar army denies ethnic cleansing of Rohingya in Rakhine state.
Kim Jong-nam assassination: Indonesian and Vietnamese women charged with murder.
North Korea calls Kim Jong-nam VX poison claim 'absurd'.
China reacts with anger, threats after South Korean missile defence decision.
Xinjiang deploys over 10,000 armed police in latest show of force after terror attacks.
Duterte resumes police's war on drugs in Philippines.
10-country summit in Pakistan ends on call for closer ties.
AFRICA
Thousands flee Boko Haram attacks around Nigeria's Chibok: IOM.
Egypt: Attacks on Copts in Sinai 'a message from ISIL'.
UN troops use locals in Mali peacekeeping mission.
Ethiopian opposition leaders face coup charges.
Drought worsens insecurity in Kenya's Rift Valley.
Lesotho's Pakalitha Mosisili loses parliament vote.
Tunisia beach attack: 33 face charges for failing to help tourists.
Mugabe, 93, flies to Singapore for 'medical review'.
Zimbabwe nurses join doctors in a strike over pay and bonuses.
EUROPE
EU's Juncker unveils post-Brexit vision for bloc. 'Stop bashing the EU', Jean-Claude Juncker tells European leaders.
Fillon refuses to quit French election despite investigation. In fiery speech, Fillon refuses to quit French presidential race. French presidential candidate Fillon to continue campaign despite wife-job scandal.
Brexit bill delayed as Lords back EU nationals' rights. UK PM May's Brexit plan suffers hitch in parliament.
Dutch nationalist Wilders slips to second in poll ahead of March 15 vote.
Phones cut in eastern Ukraine as rebels seize firms.
Greeks protest as government, lenders discuss new austerity.
Italy grants partial clemency to former CIA officer.
Police investigate series of random acid attacks on women in Berlin.
AMERICAS
Trump promises 'renewal of American spirit' in Congress speech.
Officials: New Trump travel ban removes Iraq from list.
White House supports renewal of spy law without reforms: official.
Canada, U.S. join forces on tackling border asylum-seekers.
Colombia's FARC rebels begin disarming under peace deal.
Chile floods: Drinking water returns to capital Santiago.
President Oprah? Winfrey doesn't rule out 2020 run.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
There are seven terror organizations making headlines.
ISIL video threatens China with 'rivers of bloodshed'.
US confirms airstrike killed senior Taliban leader.
Muslim, Christian clerics say don't link Islam to terrorism.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Dow Jones breaks through 21,000 mark. US stocks surge to new records; Dow above 21,000 points.
US businesses raise concerns over Trump policies: Fed.
YouTube takes on cable with new TV service.
Uber boss Travis Kalanick says he must 'grow up' after argument with driver caught on dash cam.
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