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'Wealthy tax dodgers' could benefit from IRS layoffs, Democrats warn
Democrats says "wealthy tax dodgers" could see less IRS scrutiny amid agency layoffs. Here's what to know.CNBC - 3d -
Trump orders likely to drive species’ extinction, wildlife advocates warn
In addition to layoffs and hiring freezes, a ‘God squad’ can effectively veto ESA protections for endangered species. Donald Trump ’s administration , backed by House Republicans and Elon Musk ...The Guardian - 3d -
Ontario's Doug Ford warns of 'Trump recession,' threatens electrical shutoff to U.S.
Trump said that if Canada cuts off electricity exports to the United States as part of the ongoing trade war "they will pay a financial price for this."CNBC - 3d -
The Guardian view on Rodrigo Duterte in The Hague: a warning to rogue leaders | Editorial
The extradition of the former president of the Philippines on an ICC warrant is an affirmation of the principles of international justice. After his arrest on an international criminal court (ICC) ...The Guardian - 3d -
US airlines’ warnings of lower demand cast shadow over economic outlook
American, Delta and Southwest trim financial guidance on corporate and consumer softnessFinancial Times - 2d -
American travelers are booking fewer domestic flights in another warning sign for the economy
Americans’ spending worries and shortcomings are translating into turbulence for major airlines, and coming at a time where recession fears are growing.MarketWatch - 2d -
An Elon Musk stablecoin? Democrats warn of a Big Tech crypto takeover.
Stablecoin bill could lead to a “privatization of the dollar,” according to crypto skeptic Sen. Elizabeth Warren.MarketWatch - 2d -
‘Be careful about this’: Warnings abound as GOP considers writing off tax cuts
Republicans will discuss the accounting maneuver with President Donald Trump on Thursday.Politico - 2d -
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 - 1d -
Oil prices settle lower as IEA warns that trade tensions will undercut demand
Oil futures settled lower on Thursday after the International Energy Agency’s monthly report underscored worries that rising global trade tensions could undercut energy demand.MarketWatch - 1d -
Former EPA chief warns of repercussions from Zeldin's regulation rollbacks
Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin has drastically shifted U.S. efforts to combat climate change. On Wednesday, he announced a series of moves to roll back dozens of ...CBS News - 22h -
BMW warns of €1bn profit hit from global tariff war
Carmaker’s earnings down a third last year on weak demand from China and global recallFinancial Times - 13h -
FirstFT: Tesla warns Trump administration it is ‘exposed’ in trade war
Also in today’s newsletter, top Senate Democrat backs Republican funding bill, and China criticises Panama ports dealFinancial Times - 10h -
Education Department investigating dozens of universities after DEI warning letter
The Education Department announced Friday it is investigating more than 50 colleges and universities over what it called "racial preferences" in academics or scholarships, a move that comes amid ...The Hill - 7h -
Trader Joe's customers warned about Gerolsteiner sparkling water bottles
Trader Joe's says some bottles of Gerolsteiner sparkling water may be cracked or damaged and should be discarded carefully.CBS News - 5h -
Beyond Burnout: Adam Grant Warns of Rising ‘Boreout’ Among Employees
The Wharton organizational psychologist joins other workplace experts noting the rise of worker ‘boreout’ produced by unchallenging jobs offering few growth opportunities that now rivals burnout as ...Inc. - 3h -
Tech Leaders Sound a Warning for Coders: AI Is Coming for Their Jobs
Should software developers be quivering in their digital boots? Maybe, according to some tech CEOs—although nuances remain.Inc. - 3h -
Tesla warns that Trump's trade war could hurt U.S. automakers
In an unsigned letter, Tesla encourages trade representative to reconsider tariffs, saying they could hurt U.S.-based car manufacturers.CBS News - 3h -
G7 warns Russia of expanded sanctions unless it backs ceasefire
Rubio joins other foreign ministers in seeking to ratchet up pressure on Vladimir PutinFinancial Times - 3h -
Text scams warning of unpaid road tolls fueled by cybercriminal salesmen on Telegram
An onslaught of unsolicited texts to Americans’ phones in recent months claiming they owe unpaid tolls and E-ZPass bills is more than an annoyance.NBC News - 33m -
3 Bulgarians convicted of spying for Russia across Europe from base in UK
Three Bulgarian nationals have been convicted by a London jury of spying for RussiaABC News - Mar. 7 -
Reform UK in chaos after whip is withdrawn from Rupert Lowe
MP who criticised leader Nigel Farage is accused of bullyingFinancial Times - Mar. 7 -
3 Bulgarians Found Guilty of Spying for Russia in UK and Europe
The group of Bulgarians, who were living in the U.K., were convicted by a London jury of conducting surveillance operations across Europe on behalf of the Russian state.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
What life is like for people living near the UK's longest-running roadworks
Decade-long delays to work on a bridge have led to it jokingly being ranked a town's top attraction.BBC News - 6d -
From Trump whisperer to trouble – angry Reform UK MPs turn on Farage
Internal row in party over ‘messianic’ leader becomes public amid competing members’ allegations of bullying and dirty tricks. Just a few short weeks ago, Nigel Farage’s Reform party was riding ...The Guardian - 5d -
New UK planning rules aim to halve approval time for major projects
‘Radical evolution’ is needed to streamline system, housing minister Matthew Pennycook saysFinancial Times - 5d -
UK 'hardest hit by Covid fallout' and next Bond 'shouldn't be American'
A mix of stories lead Sunday's front pages, including on immigration and five years on since the start of the pandemic.BBC News - 5d -
Germany to reach out to France and UK over sharing of nuclear weapons
But Friedrich Merz cautions such a move could not replace the US’s existing protective shield over Europe. Germany’s chancellor-to-be, Friedrich Merz, has said he will reach out to France and ...The Guardian - 5d -
Children in UK as young as 11 targeted by sextortion criminals, data reveals
Internet Watch Foundation says ‘worrying’ trend shows criminals are casting their nets wider to trap victims. • Our son was targeted by sextortionist online – here’s what we did . Children as ...The Guardian - 5d -
UK hotter than Costa del Sol on warmest weekend of the year
Temperatures topped 19.7C this weekend in Crosby near Liverpool but cold weather is back in the forecast.BBC News - 5d -
Lab-grown food could be sold in UK within two years
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is looking at how it can speed up the approval process for lab-grown foods.BBC News - 4d -
Lawyer probing Reform UK row contradicts MP Lowe
Comments attributed to the senior lawyer by the Great Yarmouth MP in his defence have been denied by her.BBC News - 4d -
Internal emails reveal ONS fears about troubled UK jobs survey
Collapse in respondents skewed results for some industriesFinancial Times - 4d -
Private equity could lift UK property out of the bargain basement
There is not much to impede the assault by nimble buyout firmsFinancial Times - 4d -
US energy secretary criticises climate policy for damaging UK economy
Chris Wright says ‘once mighty’ British steel and chemicals industries have been displaced to AsiaFinancial Times - 4d -
UK to convene ‘coalition of the willing’ for fresh talks on Ukraine peace force
‘Virtual meeting’ to be held on Saturday with leaders from mainly European and Commonwealth countriesFinancial Times - 4d -
Musk expresses support for rival to Reform UK as feud in Farage’s party intensifies
Allies of tech billionaire say he has signalled he would back an alternative to populist partyFinancial Times - 4d -
UK retail sales rise ‘modestly’ as consumers remain cautious
Shoppers continued to cut volume of goods they purchased in February, industry data indicatesFinancial Times - 3d -
High-speed freight trains emerge as fresh alternative to trucks in UK
The trains are not only much faster than a truck but carry far more, while requiring only a single driverFinancial Times - 3d -
UK energy industry complains about 6pm Friday emails from regulator
Lobby group hits out at ‘unreasonable and unprofessional’ behaviour by OfgemFinancial Times - 3d