My liberal sister wants to school me on the ‘real causes’ of inflation. Trump and politics are off limits for Thanksgiving. What’s left to talk about?

“My sister, who is a lifelong Democrat, wanted to school me on everything from the “real” causes of inflation to immigration.”

Business - MarketWatch - 4 hours ago

How Americans feel about talking politics this Thanksgiving

Will the political knives be out on Thanksgiving this year? New CBS News polling is shedding light on whether Americans plan on bringing up politics during dinner. CBS News executive director of ...

‘It strikes me as vengeful’: My friend wants to boycott a coffee shop because of the owner’s political views. Is this what America has become?

“There was a pile-on of hate and jubilance at the thought of putting this man out of business.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 9

My children don’t care about me. I’m 61 and want to rewrite my will. Where do I start?

“I do not see myself living with my children at the end of my life.”

Business - MarketWatch - 7 hours ago

The boys in our liberal school are different now that Trump has won | Anonymous

Subtle high-fives were exchanged and remarks about the impending success of the next four years were whispered around. When we walked into school on the morning of 6 November, we exchanged quick ...

World - The Guardian - November 15

What left-wing intellectuals don’t understand about Trump’s victory

In this left vision, the workers are half stupid — they know what to abandon, but don’t understand what they adopt when voting Republican.

Politics - The Hill - November 11

Want to understand what just happened? Try talking to Trump voters for a change.

Democrats should engage in conversations with Trump voters to understand why they voted for him, rather than making assumptions about them.

Politics - The Hill - November 6

What to know about the inflation report.

A fresh Consumer Price Index report could show that inflation, much cooler than in 2022 and 2023, is not fully stamped out.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

U.S. Inflation Ticks Up to 2.6% in October, as Fed Considers Rate Cut

Inflation has cooled notably, but a pickup in annual price increases underscores that it is not fully back to normal.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

Is Trump More Flexible on China Than His Hawkish Cabinet Picks Suggest?

President-elect Donald J. Trump is assembling a team of aides bent on confrontation with China. But he also has advisers who do business there, including Elon Musk.

World - The New York Times - November 20

What Worries Me About Uruguay’s Elections This Year

An unexciting campaign mirrors young Uruguayans’ lack of enthusiasm for democracy.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

The Fed talks about not talking about Trump

Jay Powell sets some limits

World - Financial Times - November 8

What to know about inflation before Election Day

The economy is a top voting issue in the 2024 elections and voter feelings about inflation and costs may differ from what data shows about the country's economic health. CBS MoneyWatch associate ...

Poll: Most say they'll try to avoid political talk at Thanksgiving

Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.

Ali: Avoid talking politics at Thanksgiving? Good luck. This year nothing's neutral

Nothing is neutral territory at the Thanksgiving table this year. We're here to help you through it.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - Yesterday

Most in new poll trying to avoid political talk at Thanksgiving

The majority of Americans will steer away from discussing politics during this year’s Thanksgiving holiday, according to a survey released on Tuesday. In the new poll, done by CBS News/YouGov, ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Poll: Most say they'll try to avoid political talk at Thanksgiving

Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.

Politics - CBS News - Yesterday

Scholz wants to talk to Putin about Ukraine 'soon'

World - Yahoo News - November 11

It's-A Me, Mario Talking Action Figure Is 64% Off For Black Friday At Amazon

If you're shopping for a Super Mario fan this holiday, Amazon and Target have great deals on popular talking Mario action figures and posable plushies for Black Friday . Amazon also has a nice ...

Tech - GameSpot - 5 days ago

For some, politics isn't off the table at Thanksgiving. It's just not welcome.

Post-election tensions are prompting some families to rethink who will be at the Thanksgiving table this year.

What caused Georgia to flip back for Trump

President-elect Donald Trump flipped Georgia, winning the battleground state in 2024 after President Biden won it in 2020. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion breaks down the ...

Transfer Talk: Real Madrid eyeing Tottenham's Porro

Real Madrid could see Pedro Porro as a potential alternative to Trent-Alexander Arnold. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

Taking the day after the election off from school? Not in my classroom.

This entire week, students, you need to come to school. I care about how you feel, but I’m more concerned about what you know.

Politics - The Hill - November 8

Trump adviser who funded supreme court takeover wants to ‘crush liberal dominance’

Leonardo Leo, rightwing billionaire who helped install conservative justices, outlines second term ambitions. US politics – live updates Leonard Leo, who financed and directed the rightwing ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Forget Screen Time. We Need to Talk About Screen Real Estate

Spending many hours daily looking at screens feels like a foregone conclusion. The new challenge is paring down what fills them.

Tech - Wired - November 8

Trump wants to provide a tax credit for caregivers. Here's what experts say about the proposal

At a recent campaign rally, President-elect Donald Trump said "it's about time" caregivers are recognized. Here's what we know about his tax credit proposal.

Business - CNBC - November 13

‘Your body, my choice’: what misogynistic Trump supporters feel about sexual power | Moira Donegan

Young pro-Trump men have rolled out a creepy, snide and all-too-revealing mantra. You can’t say it was a fluke. If in 2016, Donald Trump’s novelty, combined with his loss of the popular vote, ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

What Generation Alpha wants to learn about money

A sense of the challenges ahead mean primary and secondary schoolchildren are eager for financial literacy

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

The irony of inflation politics (or why Trump should be nice to Fed Chair Powell)

Only in the crazy, confused world of Washington politics could the Democrats be pointing their fingers of blame at anyone but the federal policymaker who bears much responsibility for their loss: ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

What Buddhist Thought Taught Me About Running a Business

Find business wisdom in life’s unexpected challenges.

Business - Inc. - October 31

What an NFL Player Taught Me About Work—and Young Workers

Many Gen Z workers are not happy in their first jobs and very happy to tell you about it. Here are 3 things you can tell them.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

What I Wish Someone Had Told Me About Motherhood

The uncertainty before making a decision about having kids is the hardest part.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 hours ago

What to know about inflation as data shows slight rise

if a rise in inflation becomes a trend it could affect the Federal Reserve's quest to reach its target rates and keep the economy healthy. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has more on the new data.

Kamala Harris Can Make History, Whether or Not She Wants to Talk About It

Don’t let the monarch of Mar-a-Lago take back his throne.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

Trump hits 'Radical Left Lunatics' in Thanksgiving Day message

President-elect Trump took to social media early Thursday to issue a less-than-traditional Thanksgiving Day message. "Happy Thanksgiving to all, including to the Radical Left Lunatics who have ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 hours ago

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe left out of France's Nations League squad, 'wanted' to join Les Bleus group

Didier Deschamps did not explain exactly why he has taken the decision

Sports - CBS Sports - November 7

Americans Want Trump to Focus on Inflation in First 100 Days

A new poll released Tuesday shows people want the president-elect to tackle inflation first, with immigration and jobs as other leading priorities.

Business - Inc. - November 20

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