Lawmakers appear poised to put a stop to 'shrinkflation'
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Business - Inc.
Here’s Why Shrinkflation Became a Political Issue
Two Democratic lawmakers accuse CEOs at three food giants of selling consumers smaller products at the same high prices, appealing to pocketbook voter concerns a month before the election.48 minutes ago -
World - The Guardian
China puts tariffs on EU brandy in escalating trade row with Brussels
Beijing also considering duties on European petrol cars after EU imposed extra levies on Chinese electric vehicles. China has imposed tariffs on EU brandy imports in an escalating tit-for-tat trade ...1 hour ago - China -
World - ABC News
China puts provisional tariffs on brandy after EU okays duties on Chinese EVs
Chinese drinkers may pay more for Remy Martin and other European brandies after the government announced provisional tariffs of 30.6% to 39% on Tuesday5 hours ago - China -
Politics - NBC News
Democratic lawmakers call on brands to end shrinkflation
In letters sent to General Mills, Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Madeleine Dean are accusing the corporations of a pattern of profiteering through "shrinkflation," the ...6 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
China puts tariffs on EU brandy, stocks in top cognac makers drop
China’s Ministry of Commerce is set to impose new tariffs on imported brandy just days after the EU voted in favor of putting tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles9 hours ago - China -
Top stories - NBC News
Milton puts Tampa region at risk for worst storm in a century
Milton puts Tampa region at risk for worst storm in a century10 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
This is getting silly now! Why won’t politicians stop ripping off The West Wing?
Argentina’s president Javier Milei has become the latest dignitary to be rumbled borrowing from a Jed Bartlet speech. It wouldn’t happen here though … would it?. Last week, Argentina’s president ...12 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
The scandal of food waste – and how we can stop it
Every informed observer agrees that food waste and loss must be reduced if we are to feed all humans. What’s stopping us?. In traditional societies, little to no food goes to waste. Every edible ...14 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Vice President Harris appears on "Call Her Daddy" podcast
Both candidates in the 2024 presidential race have gone beyond the traditional airwaves to reach voters. That includes Vice President Kamala Harris' interview with the "Call Her Daddy" podcast. ...18 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Elon Musk's mother, Maye, appears to encourage voter fraud in X post
Elon Musk’s mother, Maye Musk appeared to encourage voter fraud in a post she made on X.18 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
China stocks poised to reopen with markets fixated on fiscal stimulus
Traders are closely watching for additional policy measures as Beijing has signaled a sense of urgency in bringing its economy back on track.19 hours ago - China -
Politics - The Hill
Musk to make more Pennsylvania appearances ahead of election
Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk plans to make more appearances in Pennsylvania to boost former President Trump’s campaign in the final four weeks before the election. Musk’s appearances in the ...20 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Why escalating Middle East tensions haven’t stopped the stock market from climbing
Despite widening geopolitical conflict, U.S. stocks have moved relentlessly higher to log multiple records this year.22 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Ex-Florida Democratic lawmaker backs Trump, citing foreign policy
A former Democratic congressman who served six terms in the House said Monday he was endorsing former President Trump, citing his concerns with the Biden administration’s handling of global ...22 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Elon Musk Makes Surprise Appearance at Trump Rally in Butler, Pa.
When one of the richest men in the world made a surprise cameo at a Trump rally in Butler, Pa., he did so with the gusto of a meme exploding.22 hours ago - Elon Musk -
Tech - Wired
Hurricane Helene Couldn’t Stop Birders From Using eBird
Since 2002, birders have relied on the online bird-watching log eBird. As Hurricane Helene tore through North Carolina, bird-watchers continued to post.23 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Kamala Harris to appear on "60 Minutes" in midst of media blitz
Vice President Kamala Harris will appear on "60 Minutes" Monday night for an interview that's part of a flurry of media appearances for Harris this week. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro ...Yesterday - Kamala Harris -
Politics - The Hill
Democrats accuse food, beverage companies of ‘profiteering’ through ‘shrinkflation’
Two Democratic lawmakers have sent a letter to some of the country’s biggest food and beverage companies arguing they are “profiteering” through “shrinkflation,” the practice of reducing product ...Yesterday -
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Politics - The Hill
House lawmakers unveiling bipartisan resolution condemning Hamas Oct. 7 attacks
A bipartisan group of House lawmakers have unveiled a resolution condemning the Palestinian militant group Hamas on the one-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel. The resolution condemns ...Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Low expectations in China put pressure on Socceroos in World Cup qualifying | John Duerden
Anything would be a bonus for Australia’s opponents in Adelaide, who are still looking for a first point in this stage of qualification . Group C of the third round of Asia’s World Cup ...Yesterday - World Cup -
Top stories - NBC News
Sen. Warren and Rep. Dean demand major food and beverage CEOs stop 'shrinkflation'
In letters sent to General Mills, Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, the legislators asked the corporations to end their “pattern of profiteering.”Yesterday -
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