Fed Cuts Rates But Hawkish Forecast Hits Stocks and Sends Dollar Jumping

Ontario hits power exports to US with 25% surcharge as trade war escalates

Canadian province’s decision will affect 1.5mn households and businesses in Michigan, Minnesota and New York

Financial Times - 2d

Cargo ship hits a tanker in fiery crash off England

A cargo ship struck a tanker Monday in a fiery crash in the North Sea off the coast of eastern England, causing fuel to stream into local waters. The tanker, named the MV Stena Immaculate, which ...

The Hill - 2d

Moscow and region hit by 'massive' drone attack - Russian officials

At least one person is killed in the overnight attack Russian officials say - coming hours ahead of key talks between the US and Ukraine in Riyadh.

BBC News - 2d

Chips Grant Staff Asked ‘Demeaning’ IQ Questions Before Layoffs Hit

Asking an on-the-job employee whether they’re smart enough to do their work is bizarre. But it’s apparently another tactic in the administration’s quest to shrink the federal workforce.

Inc. - 1d

Man Arrested on Suspicion of Manslaughter After Ship Hits Tanker in North Sea

The 59-year-old man was arrested after a container ship struck an oil tanker in the North Sea on Monday. A crew member was presumed dead after an extensive search was called off.

The New York Times - 1d

Palestinian comedian Mo Amer 'proud and hurt' after making Netflix hit

Actor and comedian Mo Amer explains why he avoided mentioning the 7 October attack in the show's storyline.

BBC News - 1d

Captain of Ship That Hit North Sea Tanker Is Russian, Company Says

The police in Britain detained the ship’s captain on suspicion of gross negligence after it crashed into an oil tanker that was being operated by the U.S. Navy.

The New York Times - 19h

Skate Somehow Has Microtransactions Before It Even Hits Early Access - Report

EA and developer Full Circle have reportedly implemented microtransactions into the closed alpha for Skate . That means any purchases made will most likely be refunded back into the game's digital ...

GameSpot - 17h

At Columbia, Tension Over Gaza Protests Hits Breaking Point Under Trump

There were protests, arrests, the departure of the school’s president. Then, a new administration arrived in Washington.

The New York Times - 12h

Trump downplays recession fears as Canada hits U.S. with retaliatory tariffs

NBC News Correspondents Aaron Gilchrist, Gabe Gutierrez and Brian Cheung and Elise Labott of the Council of Foreign Relations join Meet the Press NOW to discuss the escalating trade war between the ...

NBC News - 10h

Police question Russian master of ship that hit tanker in North Sea

Man, 59, held on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter over crash, with crew member feared dead . Police have been questioning the Russian master of a container ship over the North Sea ...

The Guardian - 8h

Act 'now or never' to hit 6,500 teachers target, report warns

A new report says teacher vacancy posts are at a record high as schools' recruitment problems persist.

BBC News - 4h

Stocks slide as Trump warns of US economy 'transition'

Investors are nervous about the possibility of a US recession, say experts.

BBC News - 2d

U.S. stocks fall as recession fears grow

The Dow Jones shed nearly 900 points on Monday as tariffs, mounting federal layoffs and consumer confidence started to weigh on the economy. Adding to the chaos is the potential for another ...

CBS News - 2d

Late Night Takes Stock of Trump’s Effect on the Markets

“In the first Trump term, it took a disease to destroy the economy,” Stephen Colbert said. “This time, he’s the disease.”

The New York Times - 2d

Spiking ‘VIX’ can signal it’s time to buy stocks

When the “fear gauge” is more than one standard deviation above average, traders may be too anxious.

MarketWatch - 1d

Faisal Islam: Trump is no longer swayed by the stock markets

The assumption that the US president would row back on policies if shares fell no longer holds true.

BBC News - 1d

Stocks Fall Further on Trump’s Latest Tariff Talk

The S&P 500 is nearly 10 percent below its mid-February record — approaching a symbolic milestone known on Wall Street as a correction.

The New York Times - 1d

Senate Democrats take stock of their shutdown pickle

Politico - 16h

Intel’s stock is climbing. Here’s the latest hope for a rescue.

Reuters reports that TSMC has approached Nvidia, Broadcom and others about a joint venture that would run Intel’s factories. But that arrangement would face some roadblocks.

MarketWatch - 13h

Why NASA Is Trying to Go Back to the Moon

President Trump set the U.S. on a path to sending astronauts back to the lunar surface during his first term. Lately he has expressed more interest in Mars.

The New York Times - 6d

Ukraine agrees to US-led ceasefire; Russia yet to weigh in

U.S. officials announced that Ukraine is ready to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia. In return, the United States agreed to resume sending military aid and intelligence to Ukraine. The Kremlin ...

NBC News - 19h

President Trump's address to Congress draws 36.6 million viewers, down from first term

Trump gave the longest address to Congress in history. His past speeches got better ratings.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 5

Here’s why Ozempic maker’s new weight-loss drug isn’t good enough for investors

New trial data showed CagriSema led to “superior” weight loss, but at a rate much less than original expectations of 25%.

MarketWatch - 2d

Try records fall as France ransack Dublin

France, and wing Louis Bielle-Biarrey in particular, have accumulated tries at an astonishing rate in this year's Six Nations.

BBC News - 2d

Is your money stuck in a CD account?

Depositing money into a CD could be a financial sacrifice worth making in today's high rate climate. Here's why.

CBS News - 1d

How much does a $200,000 HELOC cost per month in 2025?

What kind of monthly payment would you make on a $200,000 HELOC at today's rates? Find out here.

CBS News - 1d

Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed despite tariff uncertainty and recession fears in the U.S.

Economists polled by Reuters expect India's inflation rate to slow to 3.98% in February from 5.68% in January.

CNBC - 23h

State Republicans Eager to Climb on Cost-Cutting Bandwagon

G.O.P. governors and legislators are parroting the federal Department of Government Efficiency by creating panels at the state level. But the similarities only go so far.

The New York Times - 3d

How to cut Britain’s rising welfare bill

Reforms rather than quick fixes will save more money in the long term

Financial Times - 3d

Trump’s cuts to higher education are sacrificing America’s future

American colleges and universities will lose their global preeminence, innovation will suffer, future scientists, doctors, artists and philosophers will not get trained and potentially ...

The Hill - 3d

Israeli Energy Minister Cuts Off Electricity to Gaza

The move, which will mainly affect a single wastewater treatment plant, appeared intended to put pressure on Hamas.

The New York Times - 3d

Source: Falcons cut longtime fan favorite Jarrett

In a somewhat surprising move, the Atlanta Falcons are moving on from defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, one of their franchise players over the last decade.

ESPN - 2d

NHS England to cut workforce by half as Streeting restructures

The health secretary will shrink NHS England’s workforce to save money and avoid ‘duplication’. NHS England will lose half its staff and a huge swathe of its senior management team as part of a ...

The Guardian - 2d

Trump defends cuts to federal workforce and Department of Education

President Trump said he felt "very badly" for the federal workers who have lost their jobs under his administration but defended the decision by claiming "many of them don't work at all." Trump ...

NBC News - 12h