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H.H.S. Scraps Studies of Vaccines and Treatments for Future Pandemics
Federal officials cited the end of the Covid-19 pandemic in halting the research. But much of the work was focused on preventing outbreaks of other pathogens.The New York Times - 1d -
Casemiro’s future holds the key to Manchester United securing Felix Nmecha’s signature
Manchester United are reportedly interested in Felix Nmecha of Borussia Dortmund but it will not be an easy deal to pull off in the summer.The German has impressed in the Bundesliga this season, ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
West Virginia job one that should have great interest
West Virginia is back in the market for a new head men’s basketball coach. The man formerly holding the post, Darian DeVries, left the program for Indiana after one 19-13 season in Morgantown ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Trump withdraws nomination of Rep. Elise Stefanik for U.N. ambassador
President Trump cited the narrow majority Republicans hold in the House of Representative in pulling the New York lawmaker's name from Senate consideration.CNBC - 21h -
Trump withdraws nomination of Rep. Elise Stefanik for U.N. ambassador
President Donald Trump cited the narrow House majority Republicans hold in pulling the New York lawmaker's name from Senate consideration for the post.CNBC - 15h -
Here's what today's CPI report says about inflation
The inflation rate last month was slightly lower than forecast by economists, although price increases are still higher than the Fed would like.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
In Wyoming, DOGE cuts spark fears of impacts to veterans in crisis
An office manager at a VA center in Wyoming, where the veteran suicide rate is 50% higher than the national average, was fired despite a glowing job review.NBC News - 2d -
In Wyoming, DOGE cuts spark fears of impacts to veterans in crisis
An office manager at a VA center in Wyoming, where the veteran suicide rate is 50% higher than the national average, was fired despite a glowing job review.NBC News - 2d -
In Wyoming, DOGE cuts spark fears of impacts to veterans in crisis
An office manager at a VA center in Wyoming, where the veteran suicide rate is 50% higher than the national average, was fired despite a glowing job review.NBC News - 2d -
Goldman Sachs flinches and lowers its S&P 500 target. The mechanics are the interesting part.
It’s been tough for Wall Street strategists to hold their nerve in the face of the ever-changing tariff policy.MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
‘Over 1 Million’ People Wanted a Cybertruck. Where Are They?
“Demand is off the charts!” Elon Musk crowed at the end of 2023, citing more than a million reservations for Tesla's polarizing polygonic pickup—so why has it still sold less than 50,000?Wired - 3d -
Thune says Trump's tariffs should be 'temporary' amid market volatility
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said he supports President Trump using tariffs to stop the flow of fentanyl into the United States but said the tariffs should be temporary, citing the ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Trump Signs Order to Create a ‘Crypto Reserve’
The first-of-its-kind reserve will be anchored by a stash of Bitcoin the government already owns, estimated to be worth billions of dollars.The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
Manchester United rival Arsenal for transfer of €90m-rated attacker
Manchester United are reportedly keen to sign Juventus attacking midfielder Kenan Yildiz, though he also has interest from Arsenal.The talented young Turkey international has impressed in Serie A ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 21 -
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 - Mar. 12 -
Man Utd Prioritize Replacing André Onana Amid Links to Elite Shot-Stopping €30M-Rated PSG Target
Paris Saint-Germain are facing uncertainty in their goalkeeping situation, with Gianluigi Donnarumma’s future still up in the air. If the club chooses to move on from the 25-year-old, they’ll need...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
André Onana Complicates Man Utd’s Ability to Edge PSG for €30M-Rated Impact Signing
Paris Saint-Germain are facing uncertainty in goal, with Gianluigi Donnarumma’s future still undecided. If the club moves on from the 25-year-old, they’ll have to find a replacement in the transfe...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Oversight Democrats launch review of crypto reserve 'poised to enrich' Trump
House Oversight Democrats are encouraging President Trump to abandon his plans for a crypto reserve, calling it a strategy to enrich himself at taxpayer expense. The reserve, announced by Trump ...The Hill - Mar. 13 -
Here's how much Capital One would be worth post-Discover deal, according to one Wall Street firm
In a Tuesday note, BTIG analysts upgraded the financial stock to a buy from a hold-equivalent rating.CNBC - 2d -
Fed chief Jay Powell plays down growth worries after jobs report disappoints
Chair says US central bank in no ‘hurry’ to cut interest rates at end of turbulent week for Wall StreetFinancial Times - Mar. 7 -
Should you open a home equity loan before the March Fed meeting?
With the Fed set to meet soon to determine interest rate policy, homeowners may be thinking of taking action now.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
9 quality bank stocks most likely to rise as much as 45% after recent market declines
Recent action shows investors can never really predict how interest rates will move.MarketWatch - Mar. 12 -
Global economy takes centre stage
OECD updates growth forecasts, a clutch of central banks set interest rates and the IOC picks a new Olympics presidentFinancial Times - Mar. 16 -
Europe’s defence spending spree risks debt crisis, warns Dutch politician
Pieter Omtzigt says EU’s €800bn military build-up could push up debt and interest ratesFinancial Times - Mar. 18 -
Tax relief for cash Isa savers rose to £2.1bn last year
Cost to the UK Treasury rises 30-fold in two years due to rising interest rates and frozen thresholdsFinancial Times - Mar. 19 -
If Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Go Private, Buying a Home Could Get Pricier
Privatizing the government-sponsored mortgage giants could be a windfall for investors and raise interest rates for home buyers.The New York Times - 1d -
Lummis introduces bill to create bitcoin strategic reserve
Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) reintroduced legislation Tuesday to create a bitcoin strategic reserve, seeking to codify President Trump’s executive order last week establishing a reserve. The bill, ...The Hill - Mar. 11 -
Key inflation data set to be released tomorrow. Here's what to expect.
Consumer Price Index data on Wednesday will give Americans, and the Federal Reserve, another readout on inflation.CBS News - Mar. 11 -
U.S. Inflation Eased More Than Expected in February
Economists are bracing for intensifying price pressures and slower growth, posing a challenge for the Federal Reserve.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
What HELOC borrowers should look for at this week's Fed meeting
With the Federal Reserve meeting again this week, HELOC borrowers should closely monitor these three items.CBS News - Mar. 17 -
Industrial output jumps 0.7% in February, fueled by rebound in vehicle production
Industrial production rose 0.7% in February, the Federal Reserve reported Tuesday, above economists’ expectations.MarketWatch - Mar. 18 -
Powell’s ‘Transitory’ Inflation Call Revives Memories of Pandemic
Investors cheered the Federal Reserve chair’s assessment. But some economists fear a case of déjà vu.The New York Times - Mar. 20 -
U.S. households are running out of emergency funds as pandemic cash runs out, inflation takes its toll
The latest survey from the New York Federal Reserve shows just 62.7% of Americans can come up with $2,000 for an emergency.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
Former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to join global advisory board for bond giant Pimco
Yellen, who also served as Federal Reserve chair, will serve on the board that meets several times a year.CNBC - 1d -
Inflation Remained Sticky Ahead of Trump’s Escalating Trade War, PCE Data Shows
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure showed underlying price pressures persisting in February.The New York Times - 2h -
Inflation Remained Sticky Ahead of Trump’s Escalating Trade War, PCE Data Shows
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure showed underlying price pressures persisting in February.The New York Times - 2h -
Inflation Remained Sticky Ahead of Trump’s Escalating Trade War, PCE Data Shows
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure showed underlying price pressures persisting in February, as inflation-adjusted spending stayed muted.The New York Times - 1h -
How the US economy lost its aura of invincibility
Tariffs and cuts to the federal workforce are raising uncertainty and sapping confidence, while investor exuberance has fadedFinancial Times - Mar. 14 -
Strong TV ratings and attendance, women's basketball in good place heading to NCAA Tournament
There was concern that attendance and overall interest in women’s college basketball would drop this year with the departure of Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and other stars for the WNBAABC News - Mar. 17 -
Strong TV ratings and attendance, women's basketball in good place heading to NCAA Tournament
There was concern that attendance and overall interest in women’s college basketball would drop this year with the departure of Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and other stars for the WNBAABC News - Mar. 17
