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Donald Trump is now badly wounded. Europe can seize an advantage | Will Hutton
It’s time to fashion a new global trade order without the US. The game-changing geopolitical event last week was the near collapse of the immense $29tn market in US government debt, threatening ...The Guardian - 10h -
US dollar’s haven status under threat, fund managers warn
Erratic policymaking and rising trade barriers are jeopardising confidence in the currencyFinancial Times - 1d -
New Pact Would Require Ships to Cut Emissions or Pay a Fee
A draft global agreement sets a fee for cargo ships, which carry the vast majority of world trade, to pay for their greenhouse gas emissions.The New York Times - 1d -
Will Saturday Night Live's UK spin-off make Brits laugh?
A planned UK version of the legendary US comedy show is described as a "difficult proposition".BBC News - 5h -
‘Stuff should be made here’: Ohio shrugs off Trump tariff turmoil
Company owners say the president’s measures will result in more manufacturing in the USFinancial Times - 1h -
Investors are growing concerned about a U.S. asset exodus as Treasuries and the dollar decline
The combined decline of U.S. stocks, bonds and the dollar could be a sign of a broader shift away from investing in America.CNBC - 17h -
Chris Riddell on Donald ‘Captain America’ Trump wielding his tariff shield – cartoon
Is the president really ready to do battle with China after causing global chaos and undermining the US economy?. You can buy a copy of this cartoon Continue reading...The Guardian - 12h -
Proposed NASA Budget Cuts ‘Would Decimate American Leadership in Space’
The approximate 20 percent budget cut could force the closure of the Goddard Space Flight Center and would see projects such as the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope scrapped.Wired - 21h -
Founders, This Missing Strategy Will Transform Your Business’s Finance
Maximizing the impact of every dollar starts with the right strategy.Inc. - 16h -
Meta vs. the FTC: The blockbuster antitrust trial kicks off
Meta will face off against the U.S. Federal Trade Commission Monday in an antitrust trial that could result in the company divesting Instagram and WhatsApp.CNBC - 1d -
The Best-Case Scenario for Shedeur Sanders in the N.F.L. Draft
There is no better team for the Colorado quarterback than the Pittsburgh Steelers, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - 14h -
The mounting cost of the final send-off
Undertakers can be adept at upselling — but funerals needn’t be flashy affairsFinancial Times - 1d -
Can Nigeria Help Save the Pangolins Amid a Global Wildlife Crime Crisis?
The country has been known as a hub for the trade in illegal wildlife. But it has been stepping up enforcement as concerns grow about the depletion of certain species and the growing role of ...The New York Times - 2d -
U.S. exempts smartphones, computers from global Trump tariffs
The exemptions, published late Friday in a notice by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office, cover various electronic goods, including smartphones.CBS News - 10h -
US ‘demands control’ from Ukraine of key pipeline carrying Russian gas
Senior Kyiv economist describes latest postion of Trump administration in talks as ‘colonial-type’ bullying. The US has demanded control of a crucial pipeline in Ukraine used to send Russian gas to ...The Guardian - 13h -
Clippers hold off Kings 101-100 to remain tied with Nuggets for No. 4 in tight Western Conference
James Harden had 23 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists, Kawhi Leonard had 28 points and the Los Angeles Clippers held off a late flurry in the final two minutes and beat the Sacramento Kings 101-100ABC News - 23h -
How the Crypto Industry’s Political Spending Is Paying Off
Federal lawmakers who benefited from crypto largess in the 2024 election are speedily advancing the industry’s agenda.The New York Times - 20h -
Hawks' Maroon, Martinez skate off into retirement
Pat Maroon closed his 14th and final season when the Blackhawks lost to the Jets in a shootout Saturday night. He was joined by defenseman Alec Martinez, who also made Chicago's home finale his ...ESPN - 1h -
Shopping for an EV or Plug-In Hybrid? Here Are the Ones Built in the US
Donald Trump’s import tariffs will put pressure on the EV market. But these US-assembled battery-powered cars may avoid the worst of the price hikes.Wired - 2d -
Trump’s Trade War With China Is Now Hurting Hollywood—and US Soft Power
On Thursday, Chinese officials retaliated against President Donald Trump’s tariffs by imposing new restrictions on US movies. That’s a big blow to America’s cultural cachet in the nation.Wired - 2d -
'The Last of Us' Season 2 is arriving soon. Here's a Season 1 recap
After a two-year wait, 'The Last of Us' Season 2 premieres on Sunday. Here are the key things you need to remember from the first season.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Homeland Security Email Tells a US Citizen to 'Immediately' Self-Deport
An email sent by the Department of Homeland Security instructs people in the US on a temporary legal status to leave the country. But who the email actually applies to—and who actually received ...Wired - 3h -
‘A new golden age’: how rightwing media stuck by Trump as global markets collapsed
Trump’s tariffs were sometimes played down, sometimes cheered but rarely seriously questioned by the right. While Donald Trump recently instituted and paused hefty tariffs, sparking a trade war ...The Guardian - 16h -
Texas A&M baseball earns comeback win over South Carolina with two 9th-inning grand slams
The Aggies pulled off the thrilling 15-12 walk-off victory off an impressive final inning.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
A machine using ultrasound and AI can gauge the fattiness of a tuna fish
Seafood lovers know the fatty marbling is what makes tuna sashimi and sushi so tasty, so for the industry, it’s the fish’s level of fattiness that’s used to judge its quality and pricingABC News - 2d -
Mexico to send water to Texas farmers as US treaty threat grows
Mexico’s failure to keep up 81-year-old water-sharing treaty has sparked a diplomatic spat with the US. Mexico will make an immediate water delivery to Texas farmers to help make up its ...The Guardian - 1d -
Iran and US agree to continue nuclear talks after first indirect round
Iranian foreign minister hails ‘calm and respectful environment’ to mediated talks in Oman. Iran and the US completed a successful opening round of indirect talks in Oman designed to prevent the ...The Guardian - 10h -
8 Best Cheap Phones (2025), Tested and Reviewed
There’s little reason to pay top dollar for a smartphone. These iPhones and Android devices—ranging from $100 to $600—stood up to WIRED’s testing.Wired - 2d -
Victrix's Premium Arcade Sticks Are Over 50% Off For A Limited Time
Victrix Pro FS Arcade Stick for PS5, PS4, & PC (White or Purple) $220 (was ...GameSpot - 1d -
Tech C.E.O.s Spent Millions Courting Trump. It Has Yet to Pay Off.
With inauguration donations and Mar-a-Lago visits, leaders of the biggest tech companies sought favor with the president in an attempt to steer regulation and tariffs, to little avail.The New York Times - 9h -
No. 21 Clemson holds off NC State to clinch another ACC series
Clemson comes up clutch late to take down NC State for another ACC series win.Yahoo Sports - 3h -
7 Best Natural Deodorants, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
Want to go aluminum-free without being stinky? These WIRED-tested picks have you covered.Wired - 2d -
Dame Hug Review: A Sex Toy for Couples
It takes two to tango, but this vibrating cock ring will happily satisfy both parties without feeling like a third wheel.Wired - 1d -
Utah's Perfect Power Play Secures First-Ever Win Over Divisional Rival Dallas Stars
At this point in the season, if you’re eliminated from the playoffs, you’re left without your main reason for playing: the Stanley Cup.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
RFK Jr. wants to target chronic disease in US tribes. A key program to do that was gutted
A key program using traditional medicine and foods to tackle chronic disease in Native American and Alaska Native communities has been gutted in the federal health layoffsABC News - 1d -
Trump authorizes US military to take control of land at US-Mexico border
Order allows armed forces to take ‘direct roll’ in securing southern border, which Trump memo says ‘is under attack’. Donald Trump has authorized the military to take control of land at the ...The Guardian - 13h -
La Nina exits after three weak months, leaving Earth in neutral climate state
La Nina, the natural cooling flip side of the better-known and warmer El Nino climate phenomenon, has dwindled away after just three weak monthsABC News - 2d
