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How the Crypto Industry’s Political Spending Is Paying Off
Federal lawmakers who benefited from crypto largess in the 2024 election are speedily advancing the industry’s agenda.The New York Times - 2d -
As Hungary votes on amendment to ban LGBTQ+ Pride, what does it mean for other basic rights?
Hungarian lawmakers are set to pass a constitutional amendment that critics say targets LGBTQ+ communities and threatens basic civil rightsABC News - 1d -
Real Madrid risk missing out as Arsenal and Liverpool accelerate talks for €30m-rated star
According to Real Madrid Confidencial, two Premier League giants—Arsenal and Liverpool—have stepped into the race to sign Ajax sensation Jorrel Hato, creating serious complications for Real Madrid...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
How will the ECB respond to Trump’s trade war?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - 1d -
Markets Worry About Finding an Exit From Trump’s Trade Fight
Investors are concerned about the continued escalation of the U.S.-China tariff battle — and the state of the president’s negotiating leverage.The New York Times - 3d -
Bond market moves raise fears of growing bets against America
Treasury yields have been behaving unusually, sparking concerns that the typical “safe haven” investment might be losing some of its shine.NBC News - 2d -
A trove of artifacts recovered from the black market goes on display in Naples
Hundreds of once-missing artifacts, hunted down over decades by a special Italian police unit, have been unveiled for the first time in the National Archaeological Museum of NaplesABC News - 2d -
Trump exempts smartphones from ‘reciprocal’ tariffs after market rout
Dispensation is first sign of softening of levies against China and provides a big boost for AppleFinancial Times - 1d -
FirstFT: Global markets rise after Trump’s temporary tariff exemption for smartphones
Also in today’s newsletter, Meta and FTC in antitrust trial and Theresa May’s Lunch with the FTFinancial Times - 20h -
PS5 price jumps £40 as Sony cites 'challenging' market conditions
The digital, disc-free edition of Sony's console has increased by roughly £70 since it first went on sale.BBC News - 15h -
Republicans plow ahead with anti-abortion agenda in states where voters approved constitutional amendments
After voters in seven states enshrined abortion rights in their state constitutions, GOP lawmakers have moved forward with bills to curtail them.NBC News - 2d -
UK Parliament meets in emergency Saturday session to approve rescue of British Steel
U.K. lawmakers are returning to Parliament from their Easter break to approve an emergency rescue of the country’s last remaining factory that makes steel directly from raw materialsABC News - 2d -
UK Laws Are Not ‘Fit for Social Media Age,’ Says Report Into Summer Riots
Outdated legislation prevented the police from rapidly correcting misinformation after a stabbing attack on a Taylor Swift-themed dance class last summer, lawmakers said.The New York Times - 1d -
Hungary poised to adopt constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ+ gatherings
The controversial amendment also recognises only two sexes, providing a basis for denying other gender identities . Hungarian lawmakers are expected to vote in a controversial constitutional ...The Guardian - 21h -
UK Laws Are Not ‘Fit for Social Media Age,’ Says Report Into Summer Riots
Outdated legislation prevented the police from rapidly correcting misinformation after a stabbing attack on a Taylor Swift-themed dance class last summer, lawmakers said.The New York Times - 15h -
The Beanless Coffee Race Is On
As coffee beans face an uncertain future, these companies are working to develop a suitable alternative.Inc. - 2d -
UK races to secure coal to keep British Steel furnaces operating
Officials work to ensure shipments arrive quickly after emergency government interventionFinancial Times - 1d -
How Good Leaders Use Emotional Intelligence to Spot and Stop Dumb Rules That Don’t Work
When old rules become bureaucratic nonsense that hold people back, get rid of them.Inc. - 3d -
Trump says 5 more law firms will provide $600 million total in free legal work for causes he supports
Trump said all five firms also agreed not to "engage in illegal DEI discrimination and preferences" and commit to "Merit-Based Hiring" as part of the deals.CNBC - 3d -
Buttigieg says left won't have its own Joe Rogan: 'That’s not how it works'
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Democrats shouldn’t look for their version of podcaster Joe Rogan and instead should find other meaningful ways to connect with voters. The ...The Hill - 2d -
Julio Torres: ‘When I worked at SNL, I thought Shawn Mendes was an intern’
The comedian and absurdist on his favourite letters and colours and least favourite shapes. Your first comedy show was called My Favorite Shapes. What is your least favourite shape? . A pentagon. ...The Guardian - 2d -
Why the three-man defence worked and the issue: Tactical analysis of Udinese 0-4 AC Milan
AC Milan pulled out one of their better performances of the season on Friday night as they hammered Udinese 4-0 at the Stadio Friuli.Milan put themselves in a commanding position inside the five ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
2025 Masters playoff format, rules, holes: How it works for Rory McIlroy, Justin Rose at Augusta National
What happens at the Masters if golfers are tied at 72 holes? Let's break it downCBS Sports - 1d -
'He makes everything else work': Carr a driving force for Leominster boys' lacrosse
Before heading off to Northeastern University in the fall, Leominster senior Dominic Carr is looking to cap a solid boys' lax career for the Blue DevilsYahoo Sports - 15h -
Terrible timing and huge uncertainty: how ports and shipping are handling tariff turmoil
As they reel from Trump’s policies, companies say volatile freight costs and congestion are now the norm . The container ship was halfway across the Atlantic when Donald Trump, during his first ...The Guardian - 1d -
GOP senator on Trump tariffs: 'What’s the endgame here?'
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said on Sunday said he’s questioning President Trump’s “endgame” in his approach to tariffs, saying the ongoing “volatility” isn’t good for businesses. “One thing I ...The Hill - 1d -
Are You the Only One Who’s Broke? Or Is It ‘Money Dysmorphia’?
The ‘boom boom’ aesthetic meets the gloom and doom of market turmoil.The New York Times - 2d -
Wall Street stock futures rise after temporary US tech tariff exemption
Gains come after two weeks of wild swings in financial marketsFinancial Times - 1d -
Goldman Sachs is about to report first-quarter earnings
Goldman Sachs may prove to be a beneficiary of the recent market environment.CNBC - 15h -
New image shows Whitmer hiding face at surprise Trump photo-op
A new photo of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s (D-Mich.) surprise visit to the Oval Office emerged in a Saturday New York Times report showcasing the lawmaker covering her face while President Trump spoke ...The Hill - 2d -
Sen. Cory Booker says Congress should hold hearings on whether insider trading on Trump's tariffs occurred
Sen. Cory Booker said Sunday that Congress should hold hearings and defended Democratic lawmakers' calls for investigations into any possibility of insider trading after President Donald Trump ...NBC News - 1d -
Sen. Cory Booker says Congress should hold hearings on whether insider trading on Trump's tariffs occurred
Sen. Cory Booker said Sunday that Congress should hold hearings and defended Democratic lawmakers' calls for investigations into any possibility of insider trading after President Donald Trump ...NBC News - 1d -
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought stocks hit hard during market meltdown
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene bought some high profile stocks last week as President Trump's tariffs caused traders to bail out.CBS News - 3d -
GM cutting jobs, idling Canadian electric van plant due to 'market demand'
General Motors is cutting production of its all-electric delivery vans at a plant in Canada ahead of idling the facility through much of this year.CNBC - 3d -
‘A new golden age’: how rightwing media stuck by Trump as global markets collapsed
Trump’s tariffs were sometimes played down, sometimes cheered but rarely seriously questioned by the right. While Donald Trump recently instituted and paused hefty tariffs, sparking a trade war ...The Guardian - 2d -
How the ‘trade of the year’ in the bond market became a nightmare for investors after Trump’s tariffs
Here is what’s at stake as a lesser-known “basis trade” came undone this week, just before President Trump’s mini-pivot on tariffs.MarketWatch - 2d -
Nico Iamaleava's transfer destinations: In tight market, where could former Tennessee QB end up?
UCLA is expected to be one of the top frontrunners to land the Southern California nativeCBS Sports - 1d -
Stock markets rise on signs of Trump tariff retreat; British Steel races to keep furnaces burning – business live
Chinese exports jump as official says ‘the sky won’t fall,’ despite warning from US officials that smartphone and laptop exemption from import tariffs on China will be short-lived. Here’s our story ...The Guardian - 15h -
Harriet Tubman museum in NJ committed to preserving history after temporary removal from website
Philadelphia-area cultural organizations like the Harriet Tubman Museum of New Jersey in Cape May are working to preserve the country's history.CBS News - 2d
