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Thousands of Syrians in limbo as UK Home Office freezes asylum claims
Two months after the fall of Assad’s regime, Whitehall’s decision to pause asylum applications from Syrians has left more than 6,600 cases stuck on hold in the UK. More than 6,000 Syrians in ...The Guardian - 4d -
Temu and Shein Raised Prices, Removed Products as Trump’s China Tariffs Went Into Effect
Sellers and shoppers on the two sites say they saw items disappear and prices go up after President Donald Trump implemented tariffs on Chinese imports.Wired - 4d -
Indonesia begins talks with UK to repatriate rapist Reynhard Sinaga
Talks with UK government at early stage about returning Sinaga, found guilty in Manchester of assaulting 48 men. The UK has begun talks with Indonesia to repatriate a serial rapist convicted of ...The Guardian - 4d -
Western Illinois faces UT Martin, looks to end road slide
Western Illinois heads into a matchup with UT Martin as losers of three straight road gamesABC News - 4d -
7 Words Explain Why UPS Is Cutting Amazon Loose
UPS’s CEO says the company is cutting back its shipping for Amazon by 50 percent.Inc. - 4d -
Big Tech Keeps Its A.I. Data Center Spending Boom Alive
An apparent breakthrough in efficiency from the Chinese start-up did not make tech’s biggest companies question their extravagant spending on new data centers.The New York Times - 4d -
Cambridge risks losing ‘unbelievable talent’ amid PhD funding cut
Warning by vice-chancellor Deborah Prentice comes as ‘Silicon Valley’ planned between Oxford and Cambridge. The University of Cambridge risks “losing unbelievable talent” owing to a drop-off in ...The Guardian - 4d -
The Papers: 'Trump wants UK tax cuts for tech giants' and 'hands off our ISAs'
A warning that axing ISAs could "trigger a mortgage crisis" is one of the stories on Saturday's fronts.BBC News - 4d -
Rangers Have No Excuses Following Unacceptable Loss To Penguins
Here are some takeaways from the Rangers' loss to the Penguins.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Chiefs, Eagles set to face off in Super Bowl LIX Sunday
Super Bowl LIX will kick off in New Orleans Sunday, and the Kansas City Chiefs are on a mission to be the first team in NFL history to win three straight titles. The Philadelphia Eagles are hoping ...CBS News - 4d -
Trump says he is cutting off Biden's access to intelligence material
Former presidents are traditionally allowed to receive intelligence briefings if they are being consulted about events that occurred while they were in office.NBC News - 4d -
Graham's plan for Trump tax cuts
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Graham rolls out plan to tackle Trump agenda Senate Budget Committee Chair ...The Hill - 4d -
Trump administration tells states to stop spending on EV charging infrastructure
The Federal Highway Administration directed states to stop spending money for EV charging infrastructure — funds that were allocated under former President Biden.CBS News - 4d -
Anduril in talks to raise money at $28 billion valuation as defense-tech booms
Anduril has signed a term sheet to raise up to $2.5 billion at a valuation of $28 billion, according to sources close to the company.CNBC - 4d -
Courthouse Weddings Have Never Been More Chic
These low-key nuptials are growing in popularity and becoming an aesthetic, offering couples intimate yet affordable settings for their big day.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump wants to end a popular Wall Street tax break. What to know about the 'carried interest loophole'
President Donald Trump wants to end the carried interest loophole. Here's how the tax break benefits Wall Street investment managers.CNBC - 4d -
The IRS has issued 3.2 million tax refunds this year. Here’s the average payment
The IRS has issued 3.2 million tax refunds in 2025, as of Jan. 31. Here's the average payment.CNBC - 4d -
Canopy Growth’s drop in adult-use pot sales snuffs out cannabis-stock momentum
Canopy’s stock reversed on earnings after seeing a rally sparked by the possibility of marijuana reform in the U.S.MarketWatch - 4d -
Small Businesses and Contractors Also Get Hit by Trump’s Federal Funding Cuts
Reports suggest several thousand private sector jobs have been lost in the last two weeks, as federal funding freezes start having knock-on effects.Inc. - 4d -
Starmer tells ministers to push ‘further and faster’ for growth
UK prime minister launches fresh attempt to reboot ailing government at six-hour cabinet meetingFinancial Times - 4d -
UK statistics agency to scrap one of main household surveys
Decision comes as ONS struggles with falling response rates to surveys behind headline economic statisticsFinancial Times - 4d -
If the UK has more renewable energy, why aren't bills coming down?
The government has pledged to reduce energy bills by using more renewables, but bills are currently rising.BBC News - 4d -
Silicon Valley and Indian investors spend big as English cricket goes up for sale
Foreign investors have been googly-eyed about English soccer for decadesABC News - 4d -
WATCH: Michael Strahan, Will Reeve get ready for Super Bowl LIX
The “GMA” co-anchor and correspondent prepare for the big game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles.ABC News - 5d -
UK demands access to Apple users' encrypted data
The Home Office served the notice to the tech giant under the Investigatory Powers Act.BBC News - 5d -
Wall Street Prepares to Defend Carried Interest, a Favored Tax Break, Again
President Trump called for ending the so-called carried interest loophole, which saves financiers billions. It’s a tax break that has survived time after time.The New York Times - 5d -
Global chip sales rose 19.1% in 2024 and will hit double digit growth in 2025 thanks to AI | SIA
Global semiconductor chip sales rose 19.1% to $627.6 billion in 2024 and growth is expected to grow double-digit percentages in 2025.VentureBeat - 5d -
Amazon Reports 88% Rise in Profits but Says Growth Could Slow
The company’s cloud computing business showed strong growth, while a forecast for the current quarter disappointed investors.The New York Times - 5d -
Former Flames Defenseman Makes Return To Calgary With New Team After Disappointing Departure
The end of Oliver Kylington's tenure with the Calgary Flames was shocking, and probably hasn't worked out as well as hopedYahoo Sports - 5d -
Bank of England Cuts Rates While Warning of Inflation and Trade War Risks
The central bank cut rates for the third time in about six months as it said economic growth had been weaker than expected.The New York Times - 5d -
Oscars flashback: Raising a glass to 'Sideways'
20 years ago, the adapted screenplay winner got the prize ahead of 'Before Sunset,' 'Million Dollar Baby,' 'Finding Neverland' and 'The Motorcycle Diaries.'Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Margaret Cho is turning to music and theater in the face of 2025 upheavals
This month the five-time Grammy nominee for best comedy Album also celebrates her new musical release 'Lucky Gift.'Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Tariff Uncertainty Taxes the Auto Industry
For some in the car industry, the uncertainty surrounding a US-border trade war is almost worse than the tariffs themselves. If the tariffs go through, the costs might get passed down to buyers.Wired - 6d
