What the 'mother of all trade wars' can teach us about U.S. tariffs, according to economists

What to know about Colombia's decision to accept migrant flights after Trump tariff threat

Colombia over the weekend decided to accept military flights carrying deported migrants after initially refusing to accept the flights, which prompted President Trump to threaten 25% tariffs on ...

CBS News - Jan. 27

What World War II-era Britain can teach us about the next four years under Trump

The question is no longer whether Trumpism will survive beyond Trump; the question is how Trumpism will continue to evolve and whether American democracy is prepared for its next phase.

The Hill - Jan. 27

Colombia backs down and accepts US deportation flights to avert trade war

President Gustavo Petro agrees to accept deported migrants after Trump ordered 25% tariffs on all goods.

BBC News - Jan. 27

Trump sparks race for trade deals to counter US tariffs

Nations turn to tactic used in US president’s first term when more bilateral agreements were signed

Financial Times - Jan. 27

What Elon Musk’s Salute Was All About

A gesture associated with the Nazis has a surprising history. But in Germany, there was little doubt about its meaning.

The New York Times - Jan. 26

AI Can Work for Us

A.I. can be designed to dramatically enhance individual empowerment.

The New York Times - Jan. 25

What is "food noise"? And how to help quiet it, according to experts

Food noise, the constant thought or internal chatter about food, is gaining visibility amid increased understanding and interest in weight loss and management.

CBS News - Jan. 25

Mother accused of killing children can be extradited to US, judge rules

Kimberlee Singler is wanted in Colorado to face a seven-count indictment - including first-degree murder.

BBC News - Jan. 24

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket's Second Set Is All About Sinnoh

Since its launch in October, Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket has quickly become one of Pokemon's most popular mobile apps, achieving the 60 million download mark in only two months--and at least ...

GameSpot - Jan. 23

‘Let sense prevail’: European CEOs still hope to avoid a U.S. trade war

European business leaders have broadly sought to downplay concerns about the prospect of a transatlantic trade war.

CNBC - Jan. 23

Trump tells Russia to end Ukraine war or pay a bigger price. What can he do?

President Trump has demanded Russia stop its “ridiculous war” with Ukraine or face stiffer penalties — but the U.S. doesn’t appear to have much financial leverage left after a raft of prior sanctions.

MarketWatch - Jan. 22

What to know about State Department canceling refugee travel to U.S.

The State Department on Wednesday canceled all refugee travel to the U.S. and halted refugee processing to comply with President Trump's suspension of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program. CBS News ...

CBS News - Jan. 22

China sees room to avert trade war with Trump despite tariff threat

New US president hints at potential agreement linking TikTok ownership with tariffs

Financial Times - Jan. 22

What happened to the tariffs? Trump fails to fulfill all his Day 1 promises

President Trump pushed out a wave of executive orders yesterday after his inauguration. NBC News senior business correspondent Christine Romans reports more on when Trump plans to roll out the ...

NBC News - Jan. 21

Trump Effectively Pulls U.S. Out of Global Corporate Tax Accord

Congress never approved a world agreement setting a 15 percent minimum corporate tax, and the new president’s memo on it said it would have no bearing on American companies.

Inc. - Jan. 21

Trudeau says Canada will respond to US tariffs as Ontario's premier says Trump 'declared war'

Canada’s outgoing prime minister and the leader of the country’s oil rich province of Alberta are confident Canada can avoid the 25% tariffs President Donald Trump says he will impose on Canada and ...

ABC News - Jan. 21

This expert highlights what could be the macro trade of the coming years. It’s not about Trump.

The former chief currency strategist at Goldman Sachs, Robin Brooks, says this currency pairing is going to do something unexpected.

MarketWatch - Jan. 21

Trade war has no winners, China's vice premier warns, as Trump threatens tariffs

Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang warned of "no winners" in a trade war during a speech Tuesday during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

CNBC - Jan. 21

Trump says he will withdraw US from Paris climate accord

Decision deals blow to worldwide efforts to slow global warming after hottest year on record

Financial Times - Jan. 20

Mother of Missing U.S. Journalist Asks Syria’s New Leaders for Help

Debra Tice, whose son Austin was abducted near Damascus in 2012, said the rebel group that toppled the Assad regime promised support in helping to find him.

The New York Times - Jan. 20

What’s With All the Dancing in Suits?

In Milan, arty dance routines seemed more prevalent than runway shows, as fashion houses aimed to give their audiences something — anything — to Instagram about.

The New York Times - Jan. 20

Here are the top 10 U.S. stock analysts, according to TipRanks

TipRanks' analyst ranking service reveals the top 10 U.S. analysts whose ratings were the most successful between October 2023 to September 2024.

CNBC - Jan. 19

The Supreme Court Has Upheld a TikTok Ban. What You Can Do About It

What’s really at stake for U.S. businesses and creators.

Inc. - Jan. 17

Trump tariff threats fuel frontloading of trade shipments into U.S., led by China

Companies are expediting cargo shipments into the U.S. ahead of new tariffs from President-elect Trump, with Chinese trade the biggest on the move.

CNBC - Jan. 17

No Dylan but loads of Coldplay! What the songs with a billion streams on Spotify tell us about music taste today

Spotify’s Billions Club tracks the world’s most popular songs, but dozens of greats are nowhere to be found. From TikTok to TV soundtracks, we explore the forces shaping pop’s new canon. In 2011, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 17

Trump tariffs on Canada could jeopardize oil and gas exports to U.S., says trade chief

President-elect Donald Trump's threatened tariffs could prompt Canada to pursue dollar-to-dollar retaliation or an export tax on oil and gas bound for the U.S.

CNBC - Jan. 16

What 11-word phrase can be used to stop debt collectors?

This simple phrase can be used with debt collectors to help stop their aggressive collection attempts.

CBS News - Jan. 16

Lakers' LeBron James reacts to viral fan freakout during win over Heat: 'That's what it's all about'

James had a very passionate fan in attendance Wednesday

CBS Sports - Jan. 16

‘TARIFFS all the way!!!’: EU mulls carrots and sticks to counter Trump on trade

Bloc may ward off incoming president’s threats by buying more US goods, or impose its own tariffs in retaliation. If there is one thing the EU knows about Donald Trump, it is that he loves tariffs. ...

The Guardian - Jan. 16

Can You Still Use TikTok if It’s Banned? What Users Should Know About the App.

The social media app is likely to disappear from the app stores of Google and Apple right away. But it’s unclear if users will completely lose access.

The New York Times - Jan. 15

The divisional round is set! What to know about all four matchups, plus how every team could win

Let's preview the divisional round's four matchups. How can each team win next weekend and advance? Here's what to know.

ESPN - Jan. 15

Trump can use Russia’s space program to end the war in Ukraine

Trump could sweeten the deal by making Putin an offer he can’t refuse.

The Hill - Jan. 12

What US workers can expect from Trump’s second term

New administration expected to largely favour employers over the rank and file on issues such as remote work

Financial Times - Jan. 12

Goldman’s top economist doubts Trump can make good on campaign promises

Goldman Sachs chief economist Jan Hatzius is bullish on the outlook for the U.S. economy, in large part because he doubts Donald Trump’s incoming administration will be able to make good on its ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 10

Economists Are in the Wilderness. Can They Find a Way Back to Influence?

Economists have long helped to shape policy on issues like taxes and health care. But flawed forecasts and arcane language have cost them credibility.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

The Roller-Skating Economist You Can Thank for Congestion Pricing

Charging drivers to enter Lower Manhattan vindicates the lifelong mission of a Nobel laureate who, as it happened, died behind the wheel of a car.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

Who is right about ‘Maganomics’: bearish economists or bullish investors?

Equity market optimism about president-elect’s impact contrasts with warnings over hit to GDP growth

Financial Times - Jan. 10

How business is bracing for a US-China trade war

President-elect Trump talked tough on tariffs on his way to securing a resounding win for Republicans in November, and now businesses are preparing for a trade war that could eclipse the one that ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

'The Substance,' 'A Different Man': What lessons does body horror try to teach?

Body-horror films have been around since the silent era. Ultimately, they all ask us to consider the idea at their heart: authenticity.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7

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