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These 6 stocks will tell you if Trump’s economic policies are working or not
The Trump administration sees the stock market as a measure of its success.MarketWatch - 2d -
Most Europeans see Trump’s US as more a necessary partner than ally, poll finds
Findings of survey prompt call for more ‘realistic, transactional’ EU approach towards Washington. Europe live – latest updates Donald Trump’s return to the White House has led to a ...The Guardian - 3d -
UK must respect Trump's mandate, new US ambassador tells BBC
In his first day on the job, Lord Peter Mandelson says "we have to respect and understand what drives" the US president.BBC News - 4d -
Trump signs executive order restoring plastic straw use in government
President Trump signed an executive order directing the federal government to return to using plastic straws. “We’re going back to plastic straws,” he said, adding that paper straws “don’t work.” ...The Hill - 4d -
Judge slams Ofwat and government for not attending Thames Water hearing
Court will decide whether to approve emergency £3bn loan for UK’s biggest water utilityFinancial Times - Feb. 7 -
Is there a foreign policy ‘Trump Doctrine’?
While Trump might consider withdrawing land forces from overseas bases, American naval and air forces are likely to be a different matter.The Hill - 1d -
The US Government Is Not a Startup
Elon Musk and DOGE are moving fast and breaking things that can’t afford to be broken.Wired - Feb. 7 -
What the polls can tell us about the early days of Trump's second term: From the Politics Desk
What the polls shows the public thinks about the early days of President Donald Trump's administration.NBC News - 4d -
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Transgender Americans sue over Trump passport policy
Seven transgender or non-binary Americans sued the Trump administration Friday over its new policy preventing people from obtaining passports with sex designations that match their gender ...The Hill - Feb. 8 -
Pope criticizes Trump administration's immigration policies
Pope Francis criticized President Trump’s mass deportation plans in a letter urging compassion and the preservation of dignity for migrants in the U.S. The pope, in his letter, recognized “the ...The Hill - 4d -
Powell defends Fed’s authority over US monetary policy
Central bank chief vows to ‘focus on the data’ rather than get dragged into political debatesFinancial Times - 3d -
Britain navigates rough transatlantic waters as Trump roils the 'special relationship'
Ever since Winston Churchill coined the phrase, politicians have extolled the “special relationship” between the United States and BritainABC News - 6d -
Who is helping Elon Musk gut the US government?
The billionaire’s cost-cutting ‘Doge’ staff includes wealthy executives, far-right ideologues and young engineers. Elon Musk’s rapid attempt to defund and depopulate the federal government has ...The Guardian - Feb. 8 -
How Elon Musk is using tech to DOGE the government
Elon Musk is using his tech and leadership playbook in a crusade against the federal bureaucracy as he and his allies attempt to gain access to sensitive information and use emerging tech to speed ...The Hill - 5d -
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What DeepSeek’s Success Tells Us About China’s Ability to Nurture Talent
China produces a vast number of STEM graduates, but it hasn’t been known for innovation. Cultural and political factors may help explain why.The New York Times - 5d -
What the UK’s largest freezer tells us about future of food
Automated stores run by global companies such as NewCold have become critical in keeping supermarkets stockedFinancial Times - 4d -
Inside the Royal Free - what it tells us about the NHS
From frustrated staff and ageing equipment to life-saving care, what life on the frontline is like.BBC News - 1d -
No more minting 'wasteful' pennies, Trump tells Treasury
The US President cites rising costs as the reason for discontinuing production of the one cent coinBBC News - 5d -
Transgender, nonbinary people sue Trump administration over passport policy
A new lawsuit accuses the State Department of freezing document changes for transgender or nonbinary people.ABC News - Feb. 8 -
Trump policies challenged on passports, gender-affirming care for minors
A group of transgender people sued in federal court over an order that led to the halting of allowing gender markers to be changed on passports and barring the use of the "X" marker used by many ...CBS News - 6d -
Trump administration sued by religious groups over immigration arrests policy
The lawsuit from more than two dozen Christian and Jewish groups contends that the new policy is spreading fear of raids, thus lowering attendance at worship services.CBS News - 3d -
Ford Chief Executive Says Trump Policies May Lead to Layoffs
The executive, Jim Farley, said President Trump’s tariff and auto policies would raise costs and could force the automaker to cut jobs.The New York Times - 3d -
The Trump administration needs a Turkish-Syria policy right now
Turkish President Erdogan and his administration are negotiating with Syria's interim president to solidify its influence and control over the new Syrian government, potentially threatening ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump's FCC probing Comcast, NBC over DEI policies
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is planning to open an investigation into Comcast, the parent company of NBCUniversal, over its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies. In a ...The Hill - 2d -
Trump's outreach to Putin marks stark shift from Biden administration policy
President Trump held a lengthy phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday and directed members of his national security team to "immediately" begin negotiations aimed at ending ...CBS News - 2d -
Harvard’s new antisemitism policy hurts Jews, helps Trump
Harvard has adopted the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition of antisemitism, which could be used to silence students and professors who criticize Israeli policies or ...The Hill - 2d -
I'm a transgender veteran: Trump’s policies endanger military families, including mine
As a retired transgender military veteran, I’m speaking for everyone who can’t speak publicly out of fear of losing their jobs or even losing their lives.The Hill - 1d -
Biden's transgender policy was wrong, but Trump’s overcorrection creates new problems
Extremism, right or left, almost inevitably breeds backlash.The Hill - 1d -
12:30 Report — Trump’s foreign policy whiplash week
{beacon} 12:30 REPORT Happy Valentine’s Day to all my 12:30 readers! 💘 I appreciate each and every one of you. In this edition: Vance scolds Europe in his big foreign policy address. Hegseth ...The Hill - 23h -
For Trump and Fox News, New Policies Are Simply ‘Common Sense’
President Trump and the network have used the phrase to suggest that his policies are the right ones and popular, though polling suggests otherwise.The New York Times - 22h -
The US draws a 'red line' over including Hezbollah in Lebanon's government
A newly appointed U.S. envoy says she hopes Lebanese authorities are committed to making sure that the Hezbollah militant group is not a part of the new government in any formABC News - Feb. 7 -
Can anyone stop Elon Musk’s hostile takeover of the US government?
The billionaire’s aggressive efficiency drive has critics warning of a constitutional crisis. Allies say he’s just getting startedFinancial Times - Feb. 7 -
Musk's role 'an unbelievable opportunity' for US government: Rep. Turner
On "This Week," Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, discussed Elon Musk's federal overhaul, the shuttering of USAID and Trump's comments on owning the Gaza Strip.ABC News - 5d -
Deloitte asks consultants to US government to remove gender pronouns from emails
Big Four firm’s UK arm tells staff it remains committed to diversity despite changes in USFinancial Times - 4d -
Italian government denies it spied on journalists and migrant activists using Paragon spyware
Italy's government denies that it has spied on journalists and migrant activists using spyware, but says it will cooperate with any investigation into “vulnerabilities” after at least seven Italian ...ABC News - 2d -
Elon Musk calls for US government to 'delete entire agencies'
Elon Musk has called for the United States to “delete entire agencies” from the federal governmentABC News - 2d -
Texas and California are the biggest state losers from Trump's escalating tariffs
Trump's tariffs on products from the EU and TK add to a big trade bill that will hit U.S. states, with Texas and California economies the most impacted.CNBC - 1d