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Trump's tariff deadline
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump stares down Feb. 1 tariff deadline President Trump promised steep tariffs ...The Hill - Jan. 23 -
The Dissonance of Climate Promises at Davos
C.E.O.s, policymakers and billionaires at the World Economic Forum’s conference have long pledged to fight climate change. Has it done any good?The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
Trump Davos remarks target big banks, oil prices, European regulators
Trump has signed executive orders to withdraw the U.S. from the World Health Organization and the Paris climate agreement since he took office.CNBC - Jan. 23 -
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Trump Leaving Paris Climate Agreement Causes Rift With Big Oil
Quitting the Paris climate deal for the second time was one of many first-day moves by Trump.Inc. - Jan. 22 -
Dereck Lively II injury: Mavericks big man could miss rest of regular season with foot fracture, per report
Lively -- who is expected to be out 2-3 months -- had missed three games with what was listed as an ankle sprainCBS Sports - Jan. 22 -
Trump Targets Climate Tech on Day One
President Trump unleashed a flurry of actions that could have major impacts on climate technology and the future of the U.S. energy industry.Inc. - Jan. 21 -
3 of the Most Important Trump Executive Orders on Climate
President Trump’s wave of executive orders yesterday sent an undeniable signal to the world about the United States’ role in fighting climate change.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
Raiders targeting former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll after missing out on Ben Johnson, per report
Las Vegas may be eyeing a more accomplished name nowCBS Sports - Jan. 21 -
Six receivers Pats should target if they miss out on Tee Higgins
Tee Higgins should be the Patriots' top wide receiver target this offseason. If they miss out on him, here are five "Plan B" options for New England.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 21 -
Trump's climate retreat stirs a sense of déjà vu — and prompts a warning from the UN
U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order to pull the U.S. out of the world's biggest coordinated effort to tackle rising temperatures.CNBC - Jan. 21 -
Big Banks Quit Climate Change Groups Ahead of Trump’s Term
Several large U.S. financial institutions, including the Federal Reserve, have withdrawn from the networks after years of growing political and legal pressure.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Big Four accounting firms set to miss female partner targets for 2025
EY and PwC will struggle to meet UK goals while KPMG and Deloitte are likely to fall short on global ambitionFinancial Times - Jan. 20 -
Climate scientist: "There's no place that's safe"
Experts discuss the increased intensity we can expect from destructive weather events due to climate change, while an amateur meteorologist explains how he helped sound the alarm as wildfires ...CBS News - Jan. 19 -
What if No One Misses TikTok?
TikTok’s cultural footprint in America is huge. Why is its disappearance being met with a shrug?The New York Times - Jan. 19 -
2-time Cy Young winner Jacob deGrom feeling normal after missing most of 1st two Texas seasons hurt
Two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom has already thrown off the mound this offseason and says everything feels normalABC News - Jan. 18 -
MLB rumors: Blue Jays pivot to new targets after Roki Sasaki miss, Cardinals 'hopeful' for Nolan Arenado trade
Here are the latest news and rumors from the MLB hot stoveCBS Sports - Jan. 18 -
Shutdown at Mexico toxic waste plant after Guardian investigation revealed pollution in nearby homes
Mexican officials ordered facility to shut down after report on very high levels of pollutants in surrounding neighborhood. Revealed: US hazardous waste is sent to Mexico – where a ‘toxic ...The Guardian - Jan. 18 -
Prime Target: Leo Woodall is TV’s most charmless man in this rollickingly silly maths thriller
This entertaining, high concept drama rattles along at quite the pace. It’s very watchable, even if its main character is a sullen grump – and it can feel like prestige TV by numbers. Every actor ...The Guardian - Jan. 18 -
Burgum sidesteps Trump's most controversial climate positions in largely cordial hearing
Former North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum (R), President-elect Trump’s nominee for Interior secretary, sat for a largely cordial hearing before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee on ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Schumer pushes for TikTok ban delay as deadline looms
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Thursday called for a looming TikTok ban to be delayed to give the social media company more time to find an American buyer. "We aren’t against ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Revealed: drinking water sources in England polluted with forever chemicals
Exclusive: Water industry calls for PFAS ban after analysis of sampling data shows contamination across country. What are PFAS, how toxic are they and how do you become exposed? The Guardian ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
Private equity targets Europe for big buyout deals
Total value of large private equity deals in Europe increased at twice the rate of the rest of world in 2024Financial Times - Jan. 12 -
Kraken Need To Be Sellers At This Year's Trade Deadline
The Seattle Kraken are closer to last place in the NHL than they are to a playoff spot and should be amongst the biggest sellers at this year's trade deadline.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 10 -
DC sues federal government over pollution in Anacostia River
The District of Columbia is suing the federal government over pollution in the Anacostia River, hoping it will lead to a cleanup of the urban waterwayABC News - Jan. 10 -
Apple Says It Is Fixing AI Notification Summaries. It Missed the Most Important Part
The company is responding to complaints from the BBC but it’s not clear this solves anything.Inc. - Jan. 9 -
BlackRock departs climate investment group
Asset management firm BlackRock is leaving a climate-focused investing group, the group confirmed. “We are disappointed to see any investor withdraw, but as a voluntary initiative, we respect any ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Targeted marketing can be most effective for games | Gamesight
Gamesight's State of Performance Marketing Report 2024 offers insights into how game studios can use tailored marketing approaches.VentureBeat - Jan. 9 -
What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
Officials on Wednesday afternoon briefed President Biden about the massive wildfires in Southern California fueled by climate change. Slashing Mr. Biden's climate regulations is at the top of ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
The UN wants to influence a pluralist Syria – but will the country listen?
Syrians are suspicious after allegations of complicity with the brutal Assad regime during 14 years of civil war . The UN special envoy for Syria will urge the security council to back a transition ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
As Port Talks Resume, Strike Deadline Looms
Dockworkers along the East and Gulf Coasts threaten to walk off the job on January 15, over concerns about increased automation and job losses, creating economic uncertainty.Inc. - Jan. 7 -
NFL Power Rankings: Super Bowl picks still intact, but big misses on preseason top 10, Vikings and Broncos
Pete Prisco shares his Power Rankings heading into Week 1 of the 2025 playoffs and mocks himself for some preseason missesCBS Sports - Jan. 7 -
Thailand bans imports of plastic waste to curb toxic pollution
Campaigners welcome move but say success depends on enforcement and global agreement on a treaty. Thailand has banned plastic waste imports over concerns about toxic pollution, as experts warn that ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
World’s climate fight needs fundamental reform, UN expert says: ‘Some states are not acting in good faith’
Special rapporteur Elisa Morgera criticizes ‘ineffective’ status quo and says focus must be on ‘deep, systemic inequalities’. The international effort to avert climate catastrophe has become mired ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Guinea’s junta faces protests after missing a deadline for a return to democracy
Civil society and opposition groups in Guinea are protesting the ruling junta’s missed deadline to launch a return to democracyABC News - Jan. 7 -
Lead pollution in ancient Rome may have dropped average IQ, study finds
Lead pollution in ancient Rome likely dropped the average IQ, a study found. The research is based on an analysis of ice cores extracted from Greenland.NBC News - Jan. 7 -
Bracketology: SEC takes lead over Big Ten for most teams in NCAA Tournament projection
The SEC has 12 teams while the Big Ten dropped from 13 to 11 teams in Jerry Palm's latest bracketCBS Sports - Jan. 6 -
Lead pollution linked to lower IQs in Roman Empire: Study
Atmospheric lead pollution likely caused cognitive decline among citizens of the Roman Empire, according to research published Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Target-date funds — the most popular 401(k) plan investment — don't work for everyone
Target-date funds are poised to capture about two-thirds of all 401(k) contributions by 2027. While they benefit many investors, others may see drawbacks.CNBC - Jan. 6
