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Rising costs of popular snacks has some shoppers cutting back
A recent survey found 42% of people are so fed up with high prices that they are leaving snacks and junk food off their grocery lists. This has led some companies to feed into new strategies to ...NBC News - 4d -
Consumers are cutting back on fancy snacks. Here’s how General Mills is responding.
The packaged-food giant’s CEO doesn’t think it needs to play into “a race to the bottom on pricing,” and should instead emphasize the flavor and health benefits of its snack lineup.MarketWatch - Mar. 19 -
UK retail sales rise ‘modestly’ as consumers remain cautious
Shoppers continued to cut volume of goods they purchased in February, industry data indicatesFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
Trump’s Attacks Give Zelensky a Popularity Boost in Ukraine
The Ukrainian leader’s approval rating is rising, and critics have backed off after he was humiliated and criticized by President Trump, who has also demanded new elections in Ukraine.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Tesco to trial giving away expiring food to shoppers
Giving away food will be trialled in some Express stores in an effort to cut waste.BBC News - Mar. 13 -
FirstFT: Musk’s government spending cuts fail to halt rising costs
Also in today’s newsletter, Putin’s frontline visit and a new FT film on Nvidia’s riseFinancial Times - Mar. 13 -
Postal Service signs cost-cutting deal with DOGE
The United States Postal Service said it has signed a deal with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to cut costs at the agency. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy told congressional leaders ...The Hill - Mar. 13 -
“Chelsea are there” for popular Premier League centre back and have good relations with him
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are there for one popular Premier League centre back this summer.Romano has been putting his latest info out on his YouTube channel yesterday ...Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Australia PM calls general election for May 3 amid cost of living crisis, tariff worries
Cost-of-living pressure has been on a rise since Albanese came to office, despite a plethora of measures aimed at easing households' living costs.CNBC - 1d -
Australia PM calls general election for May 3 amid cost-of-living crisis, tariff worries
Cost-of-living pressure has rising since Albanese came to office, despite a plethora of measures aimed at easing households' living costs.CNBC - 1d -
The Papers: 'On the backs of the poor' and 'tax rise fears'
Reaction to the chancellor announcing billions in cuts and gloomy economic forecasts dominate the front pages.BBC News - 2d -
US shoppers modestly increased spending last month as concerns rise about economy
US shoppers stepped up their spending a just bit in February after a sharp pullback the previous month, signaling that Americans are shopping more cautiously as concerns about the direction of the ...ABC News - Mar. 17 -
Shell plans more cuts to costs and spending but hands CEO bigger bonus
Increase in pay package comes despite fall in profits and as oil company watered down pledge to cut emissions. Business live – latest updates The oil company Shell has revealed plans to ramp ...The Guardian - 4d -
The Rising Cost of Trump’s Chaos
Confusion over trade policy is a drag on the economy as businesses slow hiring and reduce investments. Four entrepreneurs explain exactly how they’re being hit.Inc. - Mar. 14 -
Anxiety over welfare cuts rises among Labour MPs
There is some unease in Labour's ranks over the planned savings to welfare in the Spring Statement.BBC News - 2d -
Heathrow looks at building shorter third runway in bid to cut costs
London’s hub airport is preparing a detailed expansion plan after winning government backingFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
Reeves confirms 15% cut to Civil Service running costs
Savings will be from back office and administrative roles rather than front-line services, chancellor tells the BBC.BBC News - 6d -
Japan has not yet conquered deflation, finance minister warns
Katsunobu Kato echoes concerns that rising prices are still being driven by a weak yen and high commodity costsFinancial Times - 5d -
Some of the WNBA's rising stars have shined during Unrivaled's inaugural season
Los Angeles Sparks guard Rae Burrell could name a list of improvements she's made in her game while playing at Unrivaled during the WNBA offseason. The new 3-on-3 women's basketball league has ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Rune Aero uses Nvidia GPUs to cut virtual wind tunnel costs by 80%
Rune Aero is using Nvidia GPUs to cut virtual wind tunnel costs by 80%, bringing down costs of developing airplanes.VentureBeat - Mar. 18 -
Robinson's rise has Fulham dreaming of Europe and the U.S. a World Cup
In a breakout season, Fulham's Antonee Robinson has emerged as one of the best left backs in the world, and he's dreaming of big things with the U.S.ESPN - 22h -
Robinson's rise has Fulham dreaming of Europe and the U.S. a World Cup
In a breakout season, Fulham's Antonee Robinson has emerged as one of the best left backs in the world, and he's dreaming of big things with the U.S.ESPN - 22h -
What happens to gift cards when a chain like Forever 21 or Joann closes stores? Here’s what shoppers can do.
Fabrics giant Joann is closing, and the store has stopped taking gift cards — upsetting many customers. Here’s what shoppers should know.MarketWatch - Mar. 18 -
Trump's second win has some questioning women's electability. Mikie Sherrill says 'Watch me.'
Former Vice President Kamala Harris’ loss in the presidential race has given rise, again, to whispered worries in the Democratic Party about female candidates and electability — resurrecting a ...NBC News - Mar. 21 -
NBA may bring back iconic highlight show 'NBA Inside Stuff'
The NBA has filed a trademark application for "NBA Inside Stuff," with intent to bring the popular show back.CNBC - Mar. 19 -
The cost of being in Trump's crosshairs: Public humiliation
The Trump administration has rushed to execute its agenda and along the way has left a roadside trail of unsuspecting and in some cases, helpless casualties.NBC News - Mar. 17 -
Some Federal Office Leases Restored After Pushback to Musk Team’s Cuts
The chaotic effort to reduce the government’s real estate portfolio is another example of the setbacks the administration has faced as officials try to carry out President Trump’s agenda.The New York Times - Mar. 17 -
Canadians pull back on U.S. trips, threatening to widen United States' $50 billion travel deficit
Some carriers are cutting back U.S. flights from Canada due to weaker demand.CNBC - 18h -
Canadians pull back on U.S. trips, threatening to widen United States' $50 billion travel deficit
Some carriers are cutting back U.S. flights from Canada due to weaker demand.CNBC - 12h -
Who Likes Tariffs? Some U.S. Industries Are Eager for Them.
Concern about the cost of materials has tempered business enthusiasm about taxing imports. But steel and aluminum makers say they welcome the help.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
US shoppers cut spending as economic outlook concerns mount
Tariffs, market volatility and political uncertainty threaten to undermine key driver of growth in world’s largest economyFinancial Times - Mar. 16 -
As retailers drop DEI, some Black customers drop them
As retailers like Target and Amazon announce plans to scale back or cut DEI programs in their businesses, Black customers are rethinking where they spend their cash.NBC News - Mar. 20 -
Guinness sees a surge in U.S. popularity ahead of St. Patrick's Day
As Dublin prepares for St. Patrick's Day celebrations, Guinness — a staple of the holiday — continues to grow in popularity in the U.S. Ed O'Keefe visits the Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore ...CBS News - Mar. 14 -
Former NFL GM has Colts making popular pick in latest 2025 mock draft
One former NFL GM has the Indianapolis Colts making a very popular pick in his latest 2025 mock draft.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Swedish shoppers boycott supermarkets over ‘runaway’ food prices
With the cost of feeding a family up by an estimated £2,290, consumers, like many across Europe, are taking direct action. Marcel Demir was not impressed. The Swedish student had been monitoring ...The Guardian - 4d -
Cuts to Small Business Support Trigger Pushback From GOP Lawmakers
An executive order to cut an agency that has helped finance businesses and communities in remote, disadvantaged locations isn’t supported by some prominent Republican legislators.Inc. - Mar. 20 -
Wall Street begins to cut S&P 500 targets as tariff worries rock the stock market. Should investors be concerned?
Only a few months into 2025, the sharp decline of the U.S. stock market has prompted some of Wall Street’s top forecasters to scale back their bullish predictions for the S&P 500.MarketWatch - Mar. 15 -
Nebraska to host rising running back
Nebraska Football is set to get a visit from 2026 running back Jamal Rule. He will visit Nebraska on April 29.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
‘It’s back to drug rationing’: the end of HIV was in sight. Then came the cuts
The abrupt halt to US funding threatens to undo decades of advances, dramatically increasing infections and deaths, but some see an opportunity for Africa to lead the response. . This year the ...The Guardian - Mar. 18 -
PFF Reveals Two-Time All-SEC Edge Has Been Most Popular Lions Pick in Mock Drafts
Pro Football Focus has reveled that the most popular pick for the Detroit Lions in their simulated mock drafts is an edge rusher who has earned All-SEC honors twice.Yahoo Sports - 2d
