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Why record-high egg prices won’t go down anytime soon — and it’s not just due to bird flu
A lot goes into the production of eggs — and with the Trump administration’s tariff policies potentially affecting costs for chicken feed and equipment, bird flu isn’t the only reason U.S. ...MarketWatch - 4d -
‘Guess what? You don’t matter’: what Trump’s war on DEI means for every American who’s not a straight white man
The US government’s move to abolish diversity, equity and inclusion policies is a naked attempt to appeal to prejudice – but it may well backfire. Almost a decade ago, I started a business called ...The Guardian - 3d -
5 risks facing the US economy under Trump
The fundamentals of the U.S. economy are in good shape, with low unemployment and robust growth in recent quarters. But warning signs have been flashing and markets have been sliding amid policy ...The Hill - 3d -
South Africa-EU summit centers on boosting trade and diplomatic ties
Senior European Union officials are in South Africa for a summit with President Cyril Ramaphosa that centers on bolstering trade and diplomatic ties as both feel the impact of the Trump ...ABC News - 3d -
Walz: 'We wouldn’t be in this mess if we had won the election'
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D), the 2024 Democratic nominee for vice president, sharply criticized President Trump’s governance style and economic policies but said he takes some responsibility for ...The Hill - 3d -
Car industry urges UK government to create new EV incentives
Automotive body says current policy is leading to job losses and has become a ‘driver of de-industrialisation’. Fresh incentives to boost a flatlining electric car market are urgently needed, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Keir Starmer plans to reshape the Britain's ‘flabby’ state. But don’t compare him to Elon Musk
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer has won praise for his efforts to marshal international support for Ukraine as President Donald Trump’s economic and foreign policies roil the worldABC News - 3d -
Democrats grill Trump ambassador nominees for Canada, Mexico amid trade battles
Democratic Senators grilled President Trump's ambassador nominees for Canada and Mexico during the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations hearing Thursday over the administration's new trade ...The Hill - 3d -
San Diego FC announces measures to discourage fans from engaging in homophobic chant
San Diego FC will use pre-match and in-stadium messaging, enhanced security measures and strong enforcement of policies to discourage fans from engaging in what it called “discriminatory chants” at ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Judge approves Pentagon's settlement with LGBTQ veterans over discharge status
A federal judge gave final approval Wednesday to a class-action settlement between the Defense Department and LGBTQ veterans who were discharged because of their sexual orientation under “don’t ...NBC News - 2d -
Top diplomats from G7 countries meet in Canada as Trump threatens more tariffs on US allies
Top diplomats from Group of 7 have held a first day of talks in Canada as U.S. President Donald Trump's trade and foreign policies have thrown the bloc's once solid unity into disarrayABC News - 2d -
Musk’s entitlement remarks show Trumpworld can’t keep its story straight | Austin Sarat
The billionaire foreshadows cuts to Medicare and social security – despite Trump’s campaign pledges. The Trump administration is setting records and shattering norms in many ways, including in ...The Guardian - 2d -
Maxine Waters: Trump is ‘working towards a civil war’
Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) is accusing President Trump of seeking to start a civil war. The California Democrat, a long-time adversary of Trump, said the early flood of presidential policies — ...The Hill - 2d -
Watch live: Trump speaks at the Department of Justice
President Trump is scheduled to deliver remarks to the Department of Justice on Friday afternoon. Trump told reporters on Thursday the speech would include his ideas for the department and “the ...The Hill - 2d -
Republicans must learn from their crash-and-burn attempt to repeal Obamacare
Republicans should follow four recommendations to successfully pass a reconciliation bill that overhauls federal health care spending in a way that is both impactful and politically palatable, ...The Hill - 2d -
Democrats dropping more f-bombs than in 'The Big Lebowski': Former Bush spokesperson
Former President George W. Bush spokesperson Pete Seat slammed Democrats for their criticism of the Trump administration's policies, saying that party lawmakers are dropping more “f-bombs than ...The Hill - 2d -
Pentagon chief orders review of fitness, grooming standards
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a review of military standards related to physical fitness and appearance across all services, indicating recent policies put in place to make it easier ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump, addressing DOJ attorneys, says that those who fight him in court are 'scum'
President Trump made a rare visit to DOJ headquarters Friday, where he addressed many of the lawyers tasked with defending his policies across more than 120 lawsuits.ABC News - 1d -
Trump rolls back over a dozen Biden-era executive orders, actions
President Trump rolled back on Friday over a dozen former executive orders and directives signed by former President Biden focused on gender, labor policies and industry regulations. Trump signed ...The Hill - 1d -
Republican Russophilia: how Trump Putin-ised a party of cold war hawks
The idea of Moscow as a paragon of Christian nationalism has penetrated the party of Reagan – and the lurch in US policy has huge implications for the global order. Never miss global breaking ...The Guardian - 1d -
How Trump’s Crackdown Is Drastically Driving Down Migration
Building on Biden-era policies, President Trump is strong-arming regional leaders, deploying military force and shredding decades of precedents when it comes to the U.S.-Mexico border.The New York Times - 13h -
Yes, it appears that Luka Dončić may have been good for the Lakers
We're a month removed from the NBA trade deadline, which means it's time to take a way-too-soon look at some of the stars who changed jerseys.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 6 -
Corita Kent made waves as the 'Pop-Art nun' in the '60s. A new center honors her legacy
Corita Kent used her bold silkscreens to advocate for social change during the '60s. A new center in downtown L.A. honors her work while in the city and beyond.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 7 -
Poland's Tusk plans large-scale military training for all adult males
Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk says his government is working on a plan to prepare large-scale military training for every adult male in response to the changing security situation in EuropeABC News - Mar. 7 -
In AI Agent Battle, Meta Seeks Total Dominance as OpenAI Plans to Charge $20K for Some Models
If your company isn’t already using AI, the arrival of “agent” tools may change your mind. Meta wants this to happen, and OpenAI is planning on hefty prices for some advanced systems.Inc. - Mar. 7 -
Manchester United 1-1 Arsenal: Premier League – live reaction
Bruno Fernandes’ free-kick was levelled by Declan Rice but Arsenal failed to keep their title hopes breathing. One Arsenal change to the starting line-up from Eindhoven in midweekiss Riccardo ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
What Trump wants from Zelenskyy and Canada's new leader: Morning Rundown
Trump wants Zelenskyy to change his attitude. Who is Amy Gleason, the new DOGE administrator? DHS performs polygraph test on staff. Canada's new PM Mark Carney.NBC News - 6d -
Supreme Court takes up Colorado conversion therapy case
The Supreme Court granted a Colorado therapist’s request to review her challenge to a state law banning mental health care providers from engaging minors in conversion therapy, a discredited ...The Hill - 6d -
SCOTUS rejects Republican-led effort to halt climate lawsuits in Dem-led states
The Supreme Court has rejected a lawsuit from Republican attorneys general in 19 states aimed at blocking climate change suits against the oil and gas industry from Democratic-led statesABC News - 6d -
Cheltenham festival crowds will be down this week for third year running
CEO says accommodation costs affecting attendance Course claims that changes will spark revival in 2026 Cheltenham racecourse has effectively confirmed that crowds at its showpiece meeting will ...The Guardian - 6d -
U.S. stocks plunge as Americans worry about a recession | Special Report
Stocks in the U.S. cratered as investors fret about a potential recession and the changing tariffs that have evolved into a trade war with several nations. President Trump declined to refute the ...CBS News - 6d -
PGA Tour could name and shame slow-play offenders after player unrest
Players believe current rules are not fit for purpose Jay Monahan says Tour committed to making changes The PGA Tour may be unable to conclude a deal to unify professional golf but there is, ...The Guardian - 5d -
EPA signals it will slash climate and pollution rules, including for cars and power plants
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) indicated Wednesday that it will slash a broad suite of rules and determinations that aim to cut pollution or mitigate climate change — including from cars ...The Hill - 4d -
Forts Bragg and Benning revert to old names, with a twist
Fort Bragg and Fort Benning were among bases named after Confederate generals that were changed under the Biden administration. Now, they're reverting back to their old names, but not honoring the ...CBS News - 3d -
Why are tensions running high in Serbia ahead of a major student-led rally?
Students and other opponents of Serbia's populist president are gearing up for a major rally in the capital, Belgrade, over the weekend as momentum builds in favor of their demands for major ...ABC News - 3d -
Social Security Administration: Reports of phone service elimination 'inaccurate'
The Social Security Administration is increasing its protection against fraud by eliminating the risk of fraud associated with changing bank account information by telephone, and requiring people ...The Hill - 3d -
Democratic Rep. Raúl Grijalva of Arizona dies at 77
Longtime Rep. Raúl Grijalva, D-Ariz., a leading progressive voice on the environment and climate change, died Thursday from “complications of his cancer treatment,” his office announced in a ...NBC News - 3d -
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 - 2d -
Tough love and team bonding: Bompastor’s seamless Chelsea transition
League Cup final against Manchester City is a chance to continue their dominance despite change of manager. What happens when a leader departs a sporting dynasty? How can the transfer of power ...The Guardian - 2d -
People are ignoring streaming and TV ads. This company is capitalizing on that.
In-theater advertising company National CineMedia Inc. is well-positioned to reap the benefits of cinema’s unique proposition to advertisers, as well as changes to the company’s board structure, ...MarketWatch - 2d