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It’s ‘Maganomics’: Trump’s brash economic strategy is likely to end in crash or crisis | Jonathan Portes
Large tax cuts for the rich, import tariffs, and the competing interests of Republican nationalists and the techno-right is a dangerous combination. What connects Donald Trump’s approach to trade, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Mass blackouts in storm-hit eastern Australia
Residents are warned power may not return for days as further heavy rainfall is forecast.BBC News - 6d -
More than 80% of USAID programmes 'officially ending'
Humanitarian organisations have warned that the end of USAID programmes is already impacting millions.BBC News - 5d -
‘High Agency’ Is the New Hot Business Buzzword. Here’s Why Some Psychologists Hate It
Is being high agency the key to success? Not for everyone, warn psychologists.Inc. - 4d -
American Eagle says consumer is slowing down, issues weak guidance
American Eagle warned that consumers are slowing down as recession fears swirl.CNBC - 2d -
I viewed a $600K house. I discovered it has an unsafe kitchen extension with no foundation. Do I speak up?
“The next-door neighbor was going to buy it, but the seller warned him off.”MarketWatch - 2d -
Putin’s Cease-Fire Demands, and a Democratic Flip on the Shutdown
Plus, two astronauts’ long wait for a ride home.The New York Times - 1d -
With Democrats' help, Senate votes to avert a government shutdown
The Senate passed a House-approved government funding bill that averts a government shutdown that was set to be triggered at the end of the day Friday.ABC News - 21h -
Rocket-Redfin deal could make home buying more convenient — and more expensive
One of the biggest mortgage lenders in the U.S. said it would pay $1.75 billion to buy a well-known real-estate brokerage. The deal, once it goes through, could have major consequences for millions ...MarketWatch - 2d -
Jeremy Doku could have had leg broken, rages Pep Guardiola at referee
Pep Guardiola claimed Jeremy Doku could have suffered a broken leg after the Manchester City manager slammed the decision to book his Belgium winger for diving.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
These accounts can be the 'worst possible asset’ for retirement, expert says. Here's why
Many investors don't plan for future taxes when contributing to traditional IRAs. Here are the key things to know.CNBC - Mar. 8 -
HMRC to use voice recognition to speed up calls
The tax authority has been heavily criticised for failing to answer tens of thousands of calls.BBC News - 4d -
Carney ready to talk trade with Trump if 'there's respect for Canada's sovereignty'
Prime minister-designate's comments follow Canada's reciprocal tariffs on US imports after Trump slapped taxes on steel and aluminium.BBC News - 3d -
Tariffs to add as much as $10,000 to the cost of the average new home, trade association says
"The tariffs act as a tax on American builders, home buyers and consumers," the National Association of Home Builders said.CNBC - 2d -
Trump threatens to put 200% tariff on French Champagne and other EU spirits
The U.S. tariff comes after the European Union moved to put an import tax on American whiskey.CNBC - 2d -
Seahawks scheduled to meet with G Teven Jenkins
Could this be the help Seattle needs?Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Why Social Security’s Future Could Be in DOGE’s Hands
Trump promised that Elon Musk’s DOGE wouldn’t touch Social Security. But DOGE is already making cuts to the agency.Inc. - 6d -
Runcorn by-election could be proof of concept for Reform UK
Crucial vote is opportunity for Farage’s party to hone its election-winning machineFinancial Times - 4d -
How bad could the North Sea collision be for the environment?
Experts are assessing the potential fallout for marine species and nearby wildlife populations.BBC News - 4d -
The ‘critical minerals’ rush could result in a resource war
Labelling justifies a preference for strong-arm tactics over co-operationFinancial Times - 3d -
A radical European law could devastate the U.S. economy
The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive seeks to impose environmental, social, and governance (ESG) mandates on businesses worldwide.The Hill - 2d -
Houthi Drones Could Become Stealthier and Fly Farther
A new report documented efforts to smuggle hydrogen fuel cell components into Yemen that will provide Houthi fighters a technological leap ahead.The New York Times - 2d -
Three NWSL trades that could define the 2025 season
These offseason deals have interesting implications for the players, their new teams, and the USWNT talent poolYahoo Sports - 1d -
Here are four ways Unrivaled could change the WNBA
Near the end of 2022, New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart took a meeting at a New York City steakhouse to hear an idea to change the landscape of professional women’s basketball. Stewart was ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
RGB LED Could Be the Future for Cheap Screens
With incredible colors, brightness, and contrast, RGB backlighting is the technology that will drive the next 10 years of innovation in televisions and displays.Wired - 1d -
Juventus Could Make a Run at Versatile Genoa Midfielder
Juventus have sent a scout to watch Friday’s tilt between Genoa and Lecce to take a close look at their loanee Fabio Miretti and especially Morten Frendrup, who is in the crosshairs of a few sides. ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Leroy Sané could be set for a move to the Premier League
It has been a difficult season for Leroy Sané; while he has been able to play 34 games and contribute to 12 goals in 2024/25, the 29-year-old is not a regular starter for Bayern Munich - and ...Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Could Steven Stamkos return to Lightning? There is now a precedent
TAMPA — It’s one thing to help out the Nashville Predators when they’re looking to unload some contracts and bring defenseman Ryan McDonagh back into the fold. The Lightning weren’t the same after ...Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Defunded Aid Programs Are Asked by Trump Administration to Prove Their Value, on a Scale of 1 to 5
A week after terminating thousands of contracts, the administration has sent questionnaires to those programs asking how their work benefits the U.S. national interest.The New York Times - Mar. 6 -
AAC requiring minimum $10M payout to athletes
The American Athletic Conference will require each member except Army and Navy to provide athletes with at least $10 million in additional benefits over the next three years.ESPN - 2d -
Elon Musk and DOGE Keep Eyes on Social Security
The tech billionaire has repeatedly suggested, without evidence, that Social Security is rife with fraud, even as President Trump denies plans to cut those benefits.The New York Times - 20h -
How A Minecraft Movie Could Compare To Other Video Game Films At The Box Office
The next big video game movie to hit theaters is A Minecraft Movie, but how well is it expected to perform commercially? According to one tracking estimate, it could pull in $60 million or more in ...GameSpot - 2d -
U.S. economy on shaky footing, Trump calls it a "detox period"
The U.S. economy is on shaky footing. The Trump administration calls it a "detox period" as it overhauls the federal government with layoffs, funding cuts and new tariffs. For markets, it's ...CBS News - 6d -
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 - 4d -
Most AAPI adults oppose eliminating federal agencies: Survey
A majority of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) and Native Hawaiians disapprove of eliminating federal agencies and mass layoffs of federal workers, according to a poll. Nearly 60 ...The Hill - 3d -
Judge appears likely to grant request to reinstate thousands of fired probationary workers
BALTIMORE — A federal judge in Maryland suggested Wednesday that he might direct that thousands of fired federal workers get their jobs back, at least temporarily, after hearing arguments that ...NBC News - 3d -
Trump to speak on "law and order" at Justice Department as purge continues
President Trump is expected to deliver remarks Friday at the Department of Justice focused on "law and order." The visit comes amid mass layoffs and demotions at the department. David Weigel, ...CBS News - 1d -
NASA’s SPHEREx, PUNCH missions launch on Falcon 9 rocket
Launching on a SpaceX rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, SPHEREx will map 450 million galaxies and could help unravel what happened after the Big Bang, while PUNCH will make ...NBC News - 3d -
Doncic drops 45 but Lakers pounded in Bucks loss
Luka Doncic scored a game-high 45 points but could not prevent the Los Angeles Lakers from slumping to a third straight defeat in a 126-106 pounding by the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA on Thursday.In ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Shohei Ohtani and four other Japanese players come home to start the MLB season
It's only two games to start the Major League Baseball season — the World Series-champion Dodgers against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Tokyo Dome. For the record, the MLB ...Yahoo Sports - 1d