Latest in Op ed: I worked on federal commission to end the fentanyl crisis. Tariffs aren't the way to do it
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Who has nailed the WNBA offseason -- and who has work to do?
From teams with new-look rosters to stars seeking a change of scenery, here are some of the biggest winners -- and losers -- of the offseason.ESPN - 3h -
Op-ed: I worked on federal commission to end the fentanyl crisis. Tariffs aren't the way to do it
Trump tariffs against Mexico and Canada are legally questionable, economically risky, geopolitically shortsighted, and no way to end the fentanyl crisis.CNBC - 6h -
Trump’s cataclysmic damage is going way beyond tariffs
The functioning of the US government is facing a systemic crisisFinancial Times - 7h -
What are tariffs and how do they work?
WASHINGTON — Tariffs are in the news at the moment.NBC News - 1d -
To Trump, Tariffs Are Not a Means but an End
Many presidents use tariffs to force negotiations. But for President Trump, they are the point, a source of revenue as he pursues a Gilded Age vision.The New York Times - 1d -
We have a shot at ending HIV — don’t let politics get in the way
When the next patient asks me about a game-changing HIV prevention tool, I hope I can say, "It's already here and available to everyone who needs it."The Hill - 2d -
Mexico reports big fentanyl seizure before Trump tariff deadline
President Trump has cited illegal flows of fentanyl and migrants as the main reasons for a planned 25% tariff on Mexican goods.CBS News - 2d -
Federal employees told to remove pronouns from email signatures by end of day
Employees at multiple federal agencies were ordered to remove pronouns from their email signatures by Friday afternoon, according to internal memos obtained by ABC News.ABC News - 2d -
Claes Bang: ‘I think I have more of a sense of humour in English than I do in Danish’
The actor on saying yes to everything except pornography, working with ‘sweet’ Mick Jagger and why he wants to play a detective like Humphrey Bogart. What do you think is the dark “thing ” ...The Guardian - 4d -
Trump's return-to-work policy could impact a million federal workers
The Trump administration said it's looking to fill up large federal facilities with workers.The Hill - 4d -
Federal Agencies Ordered to End Initiatives That Support ‘Gender Ideology’
The directive was another step in the Trump administration’s campaign to root out “woke” ideology from the federal government.The New York Times - 4d -
It’s true! American schools do brainwash children. Just not in the way I thought | Arwa Mahdawi
Imagine my shock when our three-year-old came home singing about … an NFL team. I blame the teachers. Parents, beware! If you send your impressionable young child to school in the US they are at ...The Guardian - 5d -
In this government's hands, big ideas always end up looking small. Just ask Ed Miliband | Rafael Behr
Labour is constantly torn between its self-image as a party of radical change and its fear of alienating voters with the wrong kind of radicalism. When Keir Starmer became Labour leader he was ...The Guardian - 5d -
Trump signs order to end federal support for care for transgender minors
The order directs that federally-run insurance programs, including TRICARE and Medicaid, exclude coverage for gender-affirming care for those under 19.CBS News - 5d -
Trump offers to buy out federal workers who do not return to office
Move marks latest effort by new president to downsize US governmentFinancial Times - 5d -
Restaurants are rebounding — but Starbucks and McDonald's still have work to do
Starbucks and McDonald's could disappoint investors, but investors are expecting better performance from the restaurant industry.CNBC - 6d -
Justice Department fires federal prosecutors who worked on Trump prosecutions
As he begins his second week in office, President Trump's acting attorney general fired a number of prosecutors who worked on the government's cases against President Trump. The president was ...NBC News - 6d -
4 Ways OpenAI’s Operator Could Help Businesses Do Things Faster
OpenAI’s newest tool promises to handle some tasks as a human would. Here’s how businesses could potentially use it to save time.Inc. - Jan. 27 -
How do I stay healthy in my 60s?
People in their 60s are living longer today than in previous generations. We asked experts how they can best prepare. The percentage of people 65 or older has rapidly increased over the last 100 ...The Guardian - Jan. 24 -
Five ways to fix the knowledge crisis in the age of Trump
Elites must not be complacent about a widening epistemological gulf which threatens democracyFinancial Times - Jan. 24 -
What do I want from a film? An ending, not a surprise cliffhanger | Joel Snape
Just when you’re braced for emotional resolution, you get the dreaded words: ‘To be continued …’ Hollywood needs to stop this now. I’ll never forget my experience of taking my seven-year-old to ...The Guardian - Jan. 23 -
Federal employees told to name colleagues working in DEI roles
Emails sent to government workers at numerous agencies gave employees 10 days to report if a colleague's job relates to diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.NBC News - Jan. 23 -
If You Work for the Federal Government, How Are You Feeling About D.E.I.?
We want to know how workers are processing President Trump’s decision to end hiring practices meant to further diversity, equity and inclusion in the federal work force.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
Trump has vowed to end birthright citizenship. Can he do it?
Eighteen states have sued the federal government over the executive order, showing the legal challenges the president will face.BBC News - Jan. 21 -
Trump Aims to Cut the Federal Work Force. It’s Already Historically Low.
The Biden administration expanded the government payroll at the fastest pace in decades, but it is near a record low as a share of overall employment.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
Exclusive: DHS ends teleworking, orders employees to work in person
Acting DHS Secretary Benjamine Huffman ordered all employees back to work in person, full-time, on Monday.ABC News - Jan. 20 -
Domestic workers in LA face financial crisis after homes they worked in lost to fires
Many domestic workers now face a dire financial hardship because of their employment in areas where structures burned down.ABC News - Jan. 18 -
Incoming British ambassador to US praises Trump in op-ed
The incoming British ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson praised President-elect Trump in a new op-ed, predicting his forthcoming presidency will be one of the “most consequential” in recent ...The Hill - Jan. 18 -
I worked for a well-known company 40 years ago, which has been taken over several times. How do I find my pension?
“This company has been acquired by other companies a number of times over the years.”MarketWatch - Jan. 17 -
Three reasons Trump tariffs aren't China's only problem
China's economy has hit the government's 5% growth target for 2024 in the face of multiple challenges.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
Do Indians work too much?
An executive in the country has gone viral for saying workers should be in the office on SundaysFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
The Shetland Way by Marianne Brown review – a daughter’s journey to the heart of the climate crisis
An environmental writer returns to her father’s home for his funeral in a family memoir that becomes an examination of Shetland’s crucial role in the energy landscape. As with many nature-centric ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
The big menopause swizz: do hormone supplements really work?
The global market for menopause products is worth £16.93bn, the majority of that spent on dietary supplements – but is there any evidence they do anything?. I had just turned 40 when it started. ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
Will Meta’s Plan to End Fact Checking Work Politically?
Meta’s plan to end its fact-checking program shows how business leaders are shifting their priorities to adapt to another Trump administration.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Mexico president addresses fentanyl production after Trump's tariff threat
President Claudia Sheinbaum's statement on Mexico's anti-drug campaign follows President-elect Donald Trump's threats to impose tariffs over drug trafficking.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Op-ed: Here’s why estate planning is a gift for your family
Estate planning isn't about focusing on your demise, one advisor says; it's about taking control and making decisions that ensure your loved ones are cared for.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Works on 'road from hell' to end after 23 years
It has taken 23 years and cost almost £2bn, but the major road will be finished later in 2025.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
‘He ended up homeless and penniless’: My uncle conned my father into signing over their mother’s house. What can I do?
“His brother went to the prison where my dad was incarcerated and had him sign over the house.”MarketWatch - Jan. 6 -
Schumer on working with Trump to secure DACA deal: ‘We’d love to do that’
Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said Democrats would "love" to work with President-elect Trump on a deal for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients. Schumer joined NBC News's "Meet ...The Hill - Jan. 5 -
Nutritional supplements and vitamins are more popular than ever. Do they work?
Dietary supplements — vitamins, minerals, botanicals and probiotics — are more popular than ever. Do they make a difference? Research is mixed.NBC News - Jan. 5