Klobuchar says Trump tariffs are 'not what American economy needs right now'

The U.S. Economy Is Stuck in a Showdown Between Trump and the Federal Reserve

The president-elect wants lower interest rates but Jerome Powell sees them staying high.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Fed’s Waller backs more rate cuts, says he doesn’t think proposed Trump tariffs will spark inflation

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said Wednesday that he doesn’t think that proposed import tariffs from the incoming Trump administration will lead to upward pressure on inflation.

MarketWatch - Jan. 8

'Unprecedented criminal effort': What Trump's lawyers say is in Jack Smith's report

Filings by Donald Trump's lawyers suggest that Jack Smith's final report on his two probes could contain details that are potentially damaging to the president-elect.

ABC News - Jan. 8

U.S. in talks with Taliban for release of Americans held in Afghanistan, source says

The Taliban said they had been in talks with the Biden administration to exchange Afghans in U.S. custody for Americans detained in Afghanistan.

NBC News - Jan. 8

A Key Part of Biden’s Climate Law Was Built to Survive Trump. Now, the Test.

A lucrative tax credit for renewable energy could be hard to kill because it applies to a technologies favored by Republicans, not just wind and solar.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

You can save 50% off on Crest 3D Whitestrips right now

This at-home whitening kit is at one of its lowest prices for a limited time. The kit retails for $49.99 and is currently on sale for $24.79 on Amazon.

NBC News - Jan. 7

The 42 Best Shows on Hulu Right Now (January 2025)

Accused, Say Nothing, and What We Do in the Shadows are just a few of the shows you should be watching on Hulu this month.

Wired - Jan. 7

More Americans say immigration a top priority: Survey

Nearly half of Americans said immigration should be a top priority for President-elect Trump to tackle in 2025, according to a survey released Tuesday. The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Special educational needs the biggest issue for schools, says Ofsted

The watchdog says a new inspection system in England should reward more inclusive mainstream schools.

BBC News - Jan. 7

Trump's trolling and tariffs sped up Justin Trudeau's demise. How will Canada handle Trump now?

Canadians woke up Tuesday to an uncertain future, after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he would resign and bring his near-decade in power to an end.

NBC News - Jan. 7

Gen-Z Workers Are More Stressed and Depressed — and Need Support Now

Your youngest workers may be less engaged and more anxious than they’ve been in years, according to new data.

Inc. - Jan. 7

Biden and Trump offer vastly different choices on Americans to admire

President Biden's list of outstanding Americans honored with the Presidential Citizens Medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom stands in stark contrast to President-elect Trump's Cabinet ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

What you need to know about HMPV

Pictures from China, where cases of the virus are surging, have people worried on social media.

BBC News - Jan. 7

The economy grew rapidly in the past 2 years. Can it keep it up under Trump 2.0?

The economy has grown rapidly in the past two years and companies hope to get another lift from a business-friendly Trump White House — but stiffer headwinds could clip the sails of the U.S. in 2025.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Trump cites tariffs in call to merge Canada, US

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump proposes 'merged' US, Canada President-elect Trump on Monday raised the ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

What Will Trump Do With All That Power?

What can we expect from the president-elect?

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Austria Could Get a Far-Right Chancellor. Here’s What to Know.

The leader of the anti-immigration, pro-Russia Freedom Party has been given the chance to try to form a government after months of coalition talks among mainstream parties collapsed.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Trump will need to ‘establish a relationship’ with next Canadian PM as he threatens new tariffs

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces plans to step down after growing calls for his resignation. New York Times Canada Bureau Chief Matina Stevis-Gridneff and NBC News Correspondent ...

NBC News - Jan. 6

Biden says Americans shouldn't forget Capitol attack -- but there won't be a repeat

President Joe Biden is decrying efforts to downplay a mob of Donald Trump supporters overrunning the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to block certification of the election in 2020

ABC News - Jan. 6

Trump: Washington Post report on tariff policy 'wrong'

President-elect Trump is denying a report in The Washington Post that outlines how his top aides are exploring a tariff plan that would only cover critical imports. The Post report cites three ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

AP poll reaction: What you need to know about each Top 25 team

The latest poll is out, and here's what's next for all 25 teams.

ESPN - Jan. 6

Trump reportedly considering important alteration to tariff plans

President-elect Donald Trump is considering a plan that still would apply tariffs to all nations but narrow the impact.

CNBC - Jan. 6

Italy’s right-wing leader Meloni positions herself as Trump's ally in Europe

During the meeting at Mar-a-Lago, Trump described Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as a "fantastic woman… she's really taken Europe by storm."

CNBC - Jan. 6

Trump’s tariff plans could devolve into hostile trading blocs, this expert says

President-elect Donald Trump may try to use tariffs to increase U.S. power in the global economy, but they likely will backfire and damage the U.S. economy, said Maurice Obstfeld, the former chief ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Sabres Top Prospect Is Dominating The AHL Right Now

This Sabres prospect is continuing to thrive in the AHL.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Data Centers Need to Look Beyond Green Energy, Siemens Says

Operators must find an alternative solution to the AI energy-consumption conundrum, Siemens’s Smart Infrastructure CEO said.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 6

What are my rights if my home is flooded or damaged?

Your rights explained as residents and businesses count the cost of storm damage.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Majority Leader John Thune says he'll help Trump understand "what's realistic" in the Senate

Senate Majority Leader John Thune tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that as President-elect Donald Trump set to take back the White House, Thune will work with him to understand "what's ...

CBS News - Jan. 5

Thune says he'll help Trump understand "what's realistic" in the Senate

Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he's committed to helping Donald Trump "achieve success" when he returns to the White House.