Tracking Trump: his economic promises and where they stand today

A samba school rises to Rio Carnival's top league, bringing an economic boom to its poor residents

Carnival always breathes life into the economy of Vila Vintem, on Rio de Janeiro’s west side, but this year there’s even more, with its Unidos de Padre Miguel samba school back in the top parade ...

ABC News - 3d

China kicks off annual parliamentary meeting as investors watch for clues on economic policy

Thousands of delegates across the country gathered in Beijing for the country's biggest political event of the year, known as the "Two Sessions."

CNBC - 2d

Republicans want corporate oligarchy. We need economic democracy | Rashida Tlaib and Michael A McCarthy

The GOP budget seeks vast cuts to Medicaid, food assistance and more. Instead, let’s build an economy for everyone. American families are exhausted. They deserve a government that chooses them over ...

The Guardian - 6h

BoM tracking map forecast shows category 2 storm hitting Brisbane and south-east Qld; landfall in Queensland and NSW delayed as storm slows – latest news

This blog is now closed . Cyclone Alfred update: NSW and Queensland prepare for flooding as authorities urge ‘do not underestimate this storm’ Why did Tropical Cyclone Alfred slow down on its ...

The Guardian - 7h

A dear friend, 91, wants to add me to the deed of his house. His daughter died and he’s not close to his son. Is that a good idea?

“What is the best way to add my name, so there are no issues upon his death?”

MarketWatch - 2d

Kevin Durant’s Pregame Ritual Is a Glimpse Into His Greatness

Watching the Suns star is like watching prime Tiger Woods on the driving range, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Musk wields his Doge chainsaw - but is a backlash brewing?

Facing constituents angry about the impact of sweeping government job cuts, some Republicans are expressing concern.

BBC News - Feb. 21

Do Elon Musk and His Father Get Along?

Errol Musk questioned his son’s parenting ability on a podcast, but said that his comments had been taken out of context and that they were on good terms.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Bernie Sanders Isn’t Giving Up His Fight

The senator worries that too many Democrats remain reluctant to shake up the system. But he does not regret defending Joseph R. Biden Jr. until the very end.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Who is Friedrich Merz and what’s in his in-tray?

Former banker almost certain to be Germany’s next chancellor faces testing domestic political and economic landscape – and then there’s Donald Trump. German election – latest updates Friedrich ...

The Guardian - Feb. 23

Dr. Oz: How His Millions Collide With Medicare

The TV celebrity and Trump nominee has pledged to divest from most of his financial interests. But they touch nearly every corner of health care, from insurance to blood pressure cuffs and ...

The New York Times - Feb. 24

What Should Zegras' Punishment Be For His Hit On Rasmussen?

What goes around, comes around.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24

How will Germany’s Merz build his coalition government?

CDU leader has vowed to seal negotiations with the Social Democrats by April

Financial Times - Feb. 25

World prays for Pope Francis as his health improves

Catholics around the world are awaiting updates on Pope Francis' health as he remains hospitalized in Rome. CBS News' Seth Doane reports.

CBS News - Feb. 25

Can Starmer rise to meet his Bismarck moment?

Labour will use the geopolitical crisis to defy its own members about the new priorities for a rearming economy

Financial Times - Feb. 27

Conan O’Brien on his Oscars Hosting Gig

It can be a thankless gig, but that’s part of the appeal. “I am drawn to the things that scare me,” O’Brien said as he made final preparations.

The New York Times - Feb. 27

Kopitar’s Declining Production: A Shift in His Role with the Kings

Has the Los Angeles Kings captain, Anze Kopitar, finally slowed down? After 19 seasons, 1,429 regular-season games, 97 playoff games, and 51 games on the Slovenian national team, the guy has to ...

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Timothée Chalamet deserves an Oscar – for his Oscar campaign

A Complete Unknown’s best actor nominee might lose out on the prize to The Brutalist favorite Adrien Brody but his journey to the stage has been award-worthy. On Sunday, Timothée Chalamet could ...

The Guardian - 6d

In Zoe Saldaña, a Choreographer Finds His Dream Dancer

The Academy Award-nominated actress discovers her inner dancer in “Emilia Pérez” with the help of the choreographer Damien Jalet.

The New York Times - 6d

As Musk Consolidates Power, His Mother, Maye, Is in Demand

Maye Musk, a model and a public speaker, recently headlined a government conference in Dubai and endorsed a slew of products in China.

The New York Times - 4d

Gordon to miss final after 'losing his cool'

Anthony Gordon will miss Newcastle's Carabao Cup final against Liverpool after being sent off in Sunday's fifth-round FA Cup defeat by Brighton at St James' Park.

BBC News - 3d

The artist Charles Gaines, his beauty and poignance

The poignance of Gaines' practice lies in his ability to form entirely new, generative structures — a mindset with profound implications beyond art-making.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

Elon Musk’s Contempt for Customers Will Be His Undoing

While DOGE inflates its monetary impact, Tesla heads for a crash. And Twitter has lost most of its value.

Inc. - 19h

A Skeptical G.O.P. Senator Makes His Peace With Kennedy

After voting to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as health secretary, Senator Bill Cassidy, a doctor and Republican of Louisiana, is embracing the “gestalt” of Kennedy’s measles response.

The New York Times - 12h

Travis Hunter to skip NFL Combine workouts, so here are his best plays from college that show his skillset

Though Hunter isn't working out at the NFL Combine, there's plenty of evidence he's one of the draft's top prospects

CBS Sports - 6d

His name was in a child abuse diary - now his family listen to 'vile' testimony

Former surgeon Joël Le Scouarnec is accused of abusing hundreds of patients, most of them children, including Mauricette Vinet's grandson

BBC News - 4d

Two-thirds of the Earth’s surface experienced record heat in 2024. See where and by how much – visualised

In oceans and on land, from the north to the south pole, records were smashed for the monthly average temperature. Two-thirds of the world’s surface was scorched by a month or more of ...

The Guardian - Feb. 20

GeForce RTX 50-Series Graphics Cards - Where To Buy New Nvidia GPUs

Nvidia's lineup of GeForce RTX 50-Series Graphics Cards expanded this week with the arrival of the 5070 Ti, which joins the higher-end 5080 and 5090 models that launched late last month. Just ...

GameSpot - Feb. 20

Where to watch USWNT vs. Colombia: Live stream SheBelieves Cup, odds, USA soccer pick, prediction

The reigning gold-medal winners open up their participation in the tournament on Thursday night

CBS Sports - Feb. 21

Where did the home buyers go? 7% mortgage rates sap any remaining energy from the housing market

Home buyers are still struggling with affordability, the National Association of Realtors said.

MarketWatch - Feb. 21

Phaidra Knight, rugby great, set for pro MMA debut at 50: ‘All roads lead to where I am’

After 35 US caps, three World Cups and hall of fame recognition, the former flanker is still a fighter – but now it’s in the octagon, for money. Phaidra Knight is already a pioneer, the only ...

The Guardian - Feb. 22