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Trump revokes Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden
The president extended Secret Service protection for his own children before he left office in 2021.CBS News - Mar. 17 -
EU must brace for impact of Trump wrecking ball on global trading system | Heather Stewart
UK appears to be out of US eyeline for now but it would not be immune to slowdown triggered by rising tariffs. Forget the “Trump put”, as financial analysts called the bet that the US president’s ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Use of pesticides on UK farms to be cut by 10% by 2030 to protect bees
Campaigners welcome long-delayed proposals to reduce pesticide-related harms to pollinators. The use of pesticides on UK farms is to be reduced by 10% by 2030 under government plans to protect bees ...The Guardian - 4d -
Dr. Oz grilled over cuts at Senate hearing as he vies to lead Medicaid, Medicare
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Trump's pick to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, faced tough questions at his confirmation hearing from the Senate Finance Committee.ABC News - Mar. 14 -
Starmer says 'all options on table' on US tariffs
Canada and the EU have announced retaliatory tariffs but UK will take a "pragmatic" approach, the prime minister said.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Trump putting ‘secondary tariff’ on Venezuela
President Trump on Monday announced that Venezuela will be hit with a "secondary tariff," arguing the country has sent migrants that are criminals and gang members into the United States. Beginning ...The Hill - 23h -
Threshold for filing ‘side hustle’ tax return to rise to £3,000 in UK
Cash earnings to increase from current level of £1,000 in boost to people who sell goods onlineFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
Higher medicine sales tax makes UK ‘uninvestable’, drugmakers warn
Industry lobby group calls for action from government ahead of summit in AprilFinancial Times - 5d -
‘Calm today, but turbulence ahead’: U.S. job openings show stable labor market ahead of Trump job cuts and tariffs
Job openings in the U.S. rose slightly in January, but far fewer companies are hiring compared with a few years ago, and it’s taking people a lot longer to find work.MarketWatch - Mar. 11 -
U.S. and global economic outlooks cut by OECD as Trump's trade tariffs weigh on growth
"A series of recently announced trade policy measures will have implications for the economic outlook if sustained," the OECD said.CNBC - Mar. 17 -
Businesses bemoan Indian ‘tax terrorism’ and red tape
Officials vow to cut bureaucracy and fiscal burden amid fears they could hurt investmentFinancial Times - Mar. 9 -
The Guardian view on US-Europe relations: Britain is coming to a fork in the road | Editorial
For now Keir Starmer can say there is a middle way, but Donald Trump will soon force Britain to pick a side. No country can avoid the economic impact of Donald Trump’s aggressive trade policy. ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
U.S. economy on shaky footing, Trump calls it a "detox period"
The U.S. economy is on shaky footing. The Trump administration calls it a "detox period" as it overhauls the federal government with layoffs, funding cuts and new tariffs. For markets, it's ...CBS News - Mar. 8 -
Tariffs may be worth it, but Trump must level with the public about the coming pain
President Trump's tariffs on imported goods are causing prices to rise, resulting in American taxpayers paying the ultimate cost of the tariffs.The Hill - Mar. 14 -
Digested week: Just enjoy Tesla shares tumbling as Trump crashes the markets | Emma Brockes
The Elon Musk backlash, boos for JD Vance, Meghan naming protocol, a wombat botherer and – OMG! – buying kittens. To the people who parked their consciences and voted for Donald Trump because they ...The Guardian - Mar. 14 -
Tax relief for cash Isa savers rose to £2.1bn last year
Cost to the UK Treasury rises 30-fold in two years due to rising interest rates and frozen thresholdsFinancial Times - 5d -
UK cracks down on civil service credit cards after spending quadruples
Officials will have to reapply for procurement cards as part of war on waste in WhitehallFinancial Times - Mar. 17 -
UK services growth offers respite for Reeves ahead of Spring Statement
Private sector output expands more than expected in March and at its fastest pace in six monthsFinancial Times - 1d -
Young people who aspired to government service dismayed by end of fellows program
Young people who aspired to federal government service are dismayed by President Donald Trump ending a program created to entice highly qualified workers to join the governmentABC News - Mar. 10 -
Postal Service Reaches Deal With Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency
The U.S. Postal Service has long struggled with its finances. President Trump and Mr. Musk have both suggested it should be privatized.The New York Times - Mar. 14 -
Georgetown announces reduced tuition, career services for fired federal workers
Georgetown University is launching a program to offer tuition assistance and career services for federal workers impacted by President Trump's push to shrink the government workforce.The Hill - Mar. 17 -
How Canadians are reacting to Trump's tariffs
In a country known for its politeness, there is growing outrage in Canada over President Donald Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs. Social media has erupted with calls to buy Canadian and boycott ...NBC News - Mar. 13 -
Trump tariffs complicate Fed outlook
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Fed sees inflation threat in Trump tariffs Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell ...The Hill - 5d -
What are tariffs and why is Trump using them?
Tariffs are a central part of Trump's political vision, but economists fear they could spark a trade war.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Trump pledges to match EU and Canada's retaliatory tariffs
Trump repeated trade threats after the European Union and Canada retaliated to US steel and aluminium tariffs.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
Experts say US weather forecasts will worsen as DOGE cuts balloon launches
With massive job cuts, the National Weather Service is reducing vital weather balloon launches in eight northern locationsABC News - 3d -
Suggested DOGE Cuts to USPS Could Impact Prices and Mail Delivery
The United States Postal Service is working with Elon Musk’s DOGE on cuts. Here’s what that could mean for your business.Inc. - 2d -
Tariffs to add as much as $10,000 to the cost of the average new home, trade association says
"The tariffs act as a tax on American builders, home buyers and consumers," the National Association of Home Builders said.CNBC - Mar. 13 -
Trump signs funding bill to avoid shutdown
President Trump signed the Republican-crafted spending bill to avert a government shutdown, the White House said on Saturday. The Republican-crafted bill will fund the government through Sept. 30 ...The Hill - Mar. 15 -
Trump threatens 200% tariff on E.U. wine and liquor
President Donald Trump threatened Thursday to impose 200% tariffs on alcohol from the European Union in response to the region's retaliatory 50% tariff on U.S. whiskey, further escalating tensions ...NBC News - Mar. 13 -
Trump threatens big tariffs on European Union's alcohol
President Trump is threatening a steep tariff on all alcohol from the European Union after a retaliatory tariff on popular U.S. goods was announced. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.CBS News - Mar. 13 -
There can be a 'survivor's penalty' after a spouse dies — here’s how to avoid it
After your spouse dies, you could face a surprise higher tax bill, financial experts say. But it's possible to prepare with advanced planning.CNBC - Mar. 18 -
Australia unveils unexpected tax cuts in pre-election budget
Labor sets out measures to alleviate cost of living pressureFinancial Times - 4h -
U.S. could reach deal with Canada that avoids oil and gas tariffs, energy secretary says
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the U.S. could strike a deal that spares Canadian oil and gas from tariffs, but "it's too early to say."CNBC - Mar. 10 -
Senate GOP not planning to rubber-stamp DOGE cuts in 2026 funding
Senate Republicans aren’t planning to be a rubber stamp for President Trump’s sweeping operation to shrink the federal government as lawmakers look to fiscal 2026 funding. Conservatives in both ...The Hill - 5d -
Is Boston Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck hinting his successor plans to cut salary?
"It’s not the luxury tax bill, it’s the basketball penalties," said GrousbeckYahoo Sports - 1d -
Children under eight should avoid drinking slushies, doctors warn
Paediatricians studied 21 children in the UK and Ireland who became very ill after the icy drinks.BBC News - Mar. 12 -
7 Meeting Behaviors That Make You Look Really Unprofessional
Avoid these behaviors in meetings if you want to build a professional persona in the workplace.Inc. - Mar. 17 -
Roth conversions are the retirement version of ‘buy the dip’
When stocks fall, it can be a good time to get money out of tax-deferred accounts to avoid a ticking tax time bomb.MarketWatch - Mar. 17 -
UK detects bird flu in sheep for the first time
Authorities play down risks to livestock but urge precautions to avoid mass outbreaks seen in USFinancial Times - 1d
