Welfare uncertainty is stirring up fear, says Davey

The Liberal Democrat leader says there has not been enough detail on the government's cuts to benefits.

BBC News - 20h

Morning Report — Trump stirs economic uncertainty

In today’s issue: President Trump marked 50 days in office Monday confronting a grim report card that raised new doubts about his tariff policy and his theory that chaos improves leadership ...

The Hill - Mar. 11

Trump doesn't rule out recession as trade war stirs uncertainty

As President Donald Trump doubles down on his escalating trade war against some of the country’s biggest economic partners, he is declining to rule out a recession as economic uncertainty grows. ...

NBC News - Mar. 10

Kentucky Bourbon Makers Fear Becoming ‘Collateral Damage’ in Trump’s Trade War

Smaller distillers say the uncertainty created by the administration’s erratic tariff announcements is crippling their ability to expand into Canadian and EU markets.

Inc. - Mar. 11

Rising mental ill health behind higher welfare bill, report says

The government is identifying cuts to the welfare budget ahead of the Spring Statement, with the PM working to rally MPs to support the move.

BBC News - Mar. 12

The UK is cutting welfare spending to urge people to work. Critics say it will hurt the vulnerable

Britain’s Labour Party government has announced an overhaul of the welfare system it says will save the cash-strapped administration 5 billion pounds, or $6.5 billion

ABC News - 1d

Stocks Drop as Recession Fears Surface

The S&P skidded 2.7 percent, amid investor fears that tit-for-tat tariffs could raise prices, slow the economy and sow uncertainty among businesses.

The New York Times - Mar. 10

Ed Davey calls on Keir Starmer to back Canada against Trump attacks

Lib Dem leader says PM should make public show of support for ally against ‘shocking attacks’ on its sovereignty. The leader of the UK’s Liberal Democrats has called on the prime minister to ...

The Guardian - 6d

Sheehan to take Swansea training as uncertainty goes on

Alan Sheehan says he has been asked to take training next week as uncertainty over Swansea City's managerial position continues.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Harvard freezes hiring amid financial 'uncertainties' driven by Trump policies

Harvard University says it is freezing hiring for faculty and staff amid financial “uncertainties” driven by the Trump administration. “Universities throughout the nation face substantial financial ...

The Hill - Mar. 10

Central banks should fear misbehaving inflation expectations

Widening dispersion and greater inflation uncertainty mean expectations are not as anchored as they appear

Financial Times - Mar. 11

Starmer's plan for benefits throws up a bigger dilemma

The debate has sparked a wider dilemma about the broader purpose of welfare

BBC News - 3d

Walz, Newsom and Buttigieg Are Among Democrats Stirring 2028 Presidential Chatter

Pete Buttigieg says he’s keeping his options open. Tim Walz went to Iowa. JB Pritzker’s off to New Hampshire. It’s too early to run for president, but some Democrats seem to be exploring the idea.

The New York Times - 4d

Undocumented Workers, Fearing Deportation, Are Staying Home

Fearing roundups, many immigrants are staying home. Construction, agriculture, senior care and hospitality employers say labor shortages will worsen.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

How the UK’s welfare cuts will change claimants’ lives

Radical changes that will cut income for 1mn people may not get many more into work, say analysts

Financial Times - 1d

Australian surfer feared dead after shark attack, police say

A surfer is feared dead after being attacked by a shark in shallow water on a remote beach in Western Australia, police said Tuesday.

NBC News - Mar. 11

Consumer outlook sinks as recession fears take hold

Consumers are growing increasingly pessimistic about their financial future as a wave of economic uncertainty takes hold.

CNBC - Mar. 11

Jamie Dimon on Trump tariff policy: 'Uncertainty is not a good thing'

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon acknowledged President Trump’s tariff policy is causing uncertainty for businesses, which is “not a good thing.” “I don’t think the average American consumer who ...

The Hill - 6d

Powell Says the Fed Is in No Hurry to Adjust Rates Amid Trump Policy Uncertainty

Jerome H. Powell says the Fed is focused on separating “signal from the noise,” as the president whipsaws on tariffs.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

What are the Pip and universal credit changes and who is affected?

The government says changes to the welfare system will save £5bn and get people into work.

BBC News - 1d

DeepSeek AI cranks open the spigots on Chinese venture capital

DeepSeek's artificial intelligence breakthrough is stirring up China's venture capital world after three straight years of decline.

CNBC - Mar. 12

Amtrak Just Responded to Southwest Airlines’ Unpopular Change and It’s Brilliant

Southwest stirred up feelings about its new bag fee policies. Amtrak seized the moment.

Inc. - Mar. 12

Top shipping broker Clarksons says war and Trump tariff fears have hit revenues

Shares in FTSE 250 company fall by nearly a fifth as geopolitical turmoil pushes down freight rates. Business live – latest updates The world’s biggest ship broker has warned that geopolitical ...

The Guardian - Mar. 10

I haven’t told my parents I have cancer, as I fear they will say something hurtful | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

The diagnosis may have brought up feelings of anger and unfairness about the care you didn’t receive as a child. Could your brother offer you solace and support?. • Every week Annalisa Barbieri ...

The Guardian - 5d

White House says U.S. is in 'period of economic transition' amid recession fears

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that the U.S. economy was in a "period of economic transition" and criticized the economic policies of the Biden administration amid ...

NBC News - Mar. 11

Universities impose hiring freezes in face of uncertainty over federal funding

At least two Ivy League universities abruptly stopped hiring faculty Monday, partly prompted by fear that federal grant funding will be cut.

NBC News - Mar. 10

Poland plans military training for every adult male amid growing European security fears

PM Donald Tusk says country needs army of 500,000 and backs withdrawal from treaty banning landmines. Ukraine war live: latest updates as Russia steps up attacks Poland’s prime minister, ...

The Guardian - Mar. 8

Ship not laden with toxic chemicals, says owner

Fears over toxic chemicals are allayed, and the government says there is no evidence of foul play.

BBC News - Mar. 11

Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed despite tariff uncertainty and recession fears in the U.S.

Economists polled by Reuters expect India's inflation rate to slow to 3.98% in February from 5.68% in January.

CNBC - Mar. 12

Murkowski: Republicans quiet out of fear 'they're going to be taken down'

Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) says that few Senate Republicans are willing to speak out against actions by the Trump administration and Elon Musk because most fear for their political lives. ...

The Hill - 18h

Faisal Islam: Hundreds of thousands will be affected by benefits changes

These plans are more geared towards making budgetary numbers add up than fundamental welfare reform.

BBC News - 1d

Liz Kendall unveils UK benefits cuts set to leave many sick and disabled worse off

Welfare secretary announces changes aimed at cutting bill by up to £5bn in face of opposition from Labour MPs. UK politics live – latest updates Liz Kendall, the welfare secretary, has faced ...

The Guardian - 1d

Wall Street sell-off amid economic uncertainty, Trump weighs in on looming government shutdown

Wall Street is looking to rebound on Tuesday after recession fears and confusion about President Trump's tariffs caused a market plunge on Monday. Meanwhile, the clock is ticking on Capitol Hill ...

CBS News - Mar. 11

Watch: Henry Zeffman on what new welfare changes mean

BBC News - 1d

Rachel Reeves insists changes to welfare needed

Labour MPs have been expressing unease about the proposed cuts to welfare, ahead of announcements next week.

BBC News - 5d

Indonesia shores up rupiah as fears over sluggish economy mount

Central bank maintains benchmark interest rate at 5.75%

Financial Times - 1d

Starmer says Putin must prove he is 'serious about peace' and sign up to Ukraine ceasefire

ABC News - 5d

A cache of explosives in Sydney provoked antisemitic terrorism fears. Police now say it was faked

Police in Australia say an explosives-filled trailer that politicians earlier described as an antisemitic terrorism plot and a foiled mass casualty event was staged by criminals in a complicated hoax

ABC News - Mar. 10

American Eagle says consumer is slowing down, issues weak guidance

American Eagle warned that consumers are slowing down as recession fears swirl.

CNBC - Mar. 12

European leaders push defense spend amid uncertainty over Trump aid to Ukraine

European leaders have upped the ante on defense spending plans as they look to support Kyiv and fill a potential void of U.S. aid.

CNBC - Mar. 7

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