Walmart U.S. CEO on DEI programs, Trump's proposed tariffs and holiday shopping season

Trump’s Tax Proposals Face a Fiscal Reckoning

Advisers to President-elect Donald J. Trump and Republicans on Capitol Hill are already looking at ways to scale back some of his more expensive ideas.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

This Inc. 5000 Founder Has Weathered DEI Backlash. Now, She’s Preparing for 4 Years Under Trump

Morgan DeBaun says diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives need to rebrand to survive.

Business - Inc. - November 11

Morgan Stanley CEO is bullish on stocks, says the U.S. economy is 'outperforming'

Ted Pick said that the U.S. and China have a mutually unified motivation to find solutions that could benefit both economies.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Review: As festive as a holiday shop window, "La Cage aux Folles" mostly sparkles in Pasadena

Sam Pinkleton directs a festive revival of 'La Cage aux Folles" at Pasadena Playhouse, starring Cheyenne Jackson and Kevin Cahoon.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 19

2024 ACC Championship Game: SMU clinches historic berth in first season as power conference program

The Mustangs are undefeated against ACC opponents behind a surging Kevin Jennings

Sports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago

North Carolina fires Mack Brown: Tar Heels part with coach six seasons into second stint leading program

Brown will coach the finale on Saturday against rival NC State before departing

Sports - CBS Sports - 16 hours ago

New Mexico's free child care program is bringing relief to millions of U.S. families in need

A ballot measure enacted with bipartisan support two years ago tapped a unique funding source — but shows how states can transform households’ finances when they get creative.

Politics - NBC News - October 30

U.S. Nordic combined salvages program with grant from International Ski and Snowboard Federation

The United States Nordic combined program has been salvaged for the upcoming World Cup season, receiving desperately needed financial help from the International Ski and Snowboard Federation

Sports - ABC News - November 6

Washington Spirit owner Michele Kang makes $30 million investment in U.S. Soccer women's and girls' programs

Kang's is the largest philanthropic investment in women's and girls' soccer in the federation's history

Sports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago

What Will Trump’s Tariffs Mean for Businesses?

Companies are already scrambling to avoid potential tariffs. Here’s how they could play out in Donald Trump’s second term.

Business - Inc. - November 7

From cars to planes: global manufacturers brace for Trump’s tariffs

Executives across multiple industries expect supply chain upheaval

Business - Financial Times - November 8

China Readies for Trump Tariff Wave

A senior trade official says the U.S. taxes on Chinese exports will backfire, and the country’s economy can withstand ‘external shocks.’

Business - Inc. - 4 days ago

Mexican peso and Canadian dollar fall after Trump’s tariff pledge

European equities slip while US Treasury yields edge higher

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

How to deal with Trump’s tariff threats

Canada, Mexico and China have options to avoid a trade war

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

How Trump should impose tariffs

Policymakers need to update their approach if they are determined to use trade measures to protect industry

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Trump’s tariffs are a reality check for markets

Bessent is a pragmatic pick, but he will not make up for the president-elect’s unpredictability

World - Financial Times - 21 hours ago

Nintendo and Sony head into ‘grim’ holiday season with old consoles and no big releases

Video game industry fears its most important quarter will fall flat with few new mass-market offerings

Business - Financial Times - November 11

Saks Fifth Avenue's holiday light display in Manhattan changing up this season

Dazzling displays of synchronized lights on the facade of Saks Fifth Avenue’s flagship store in midtown Manhattan have thrilled holiday visitors for years

Entertainment - ABC News - November 12

Chicago’s Lycee French Market brings French culture to holiday season

World - Yahoo News - November 18

Gap Raises Full-Year Outlook With Strong Start to Holiday Season

The apparel retailer said it now expects full-year sales to grow between 1.5% and 2%. Gap had most recently guided for sales to be up slightly.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 5 days ago

Holiday Bonus Season Is Here. Here’s What Your Employees Are Expecting

A new survey found that while not all employees expect holiday bonuses, they can be necessary to stay competitive in the job market.

Business - Inc. - 4 days ago

3 big benefits of gifting gold bars and coins this holiday season

Considering the gift of gold this holiday season? Here are three big (timely) benefits to be aware of.

Donate This Holiday Season: Women and Children Need Your Help

Give a woman her life back, save a child’s life or help a child read, with my annual holiday giving guide.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

From Billie Eilish to Metallica: 10 must-see concerts this holiday season

Holiday concert guide

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago

'Wicked' defies box office gravity in a strong start to the holiday movie season

Moviegoers soared from Oz to the Colosseum over the weekend as millions around the world flocked to see “Wicked” and “Gladiator II” in theaters.

Why the Holiday Season Is the Perfect Time to Reclaim Your Brain With a Digital Detox

A pair of experts laid out the ideal conditions for a successful digital detox. The holiday season checks all their boxes.

Business - Inc. - Yesterday

Brittney Griner and wife, Cherelle, celebrate first holiday season as a family with Bash

Brittney Griner and her wife Cherelle welcomed their son, Bash, in July. Now, they're sharing adorable family photos and looking ahead to their first Christmas together.

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