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Progressive left signals some 'DOGE' curiosity
The Republican-led “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) has intrigued the progressive left, offering potential and unexpected common ground. The brainchild of Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy ...The Hill - Dec. 10 -
Venezuela's opposition signals flexible timeline toward long-sought government transition
Venezuela’s political opposition is signaling a shift toward a flexible timeline for a government transition that it had long insisted would come next month when the new presidential term is set to ...ABC News - Dec. 10 -
Is Trump a threat to the US economy? With Larry Summers
Martin Wolf in conversation with the former US Treasury SecretaryFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
The Internet’s Obsession With Luigi Mangione Signals a Major Shift
On Monday, police arrested Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old app developer, in connection with the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Online reaction to his apprehension reveals a new form ...Wired - Dec. 10 -
Israel advances into Syrian territory after Assad's overthrow, fueling alarm
While Syria celebrates overthrowing its longtime dictator, it is also being subjected to a new ground incursion and a wave of airstrikes from its neighbor Israel that drew growing international ...NBC News - Dec. 10 -
Rachel Reeves signals wider reset of EU relations
Labour has ruled out rejoining the EU but may be open to alignment on areas such as farm and food exports.BBC News - Dec. 9 -
‘Merger Monday’ spree signals revival of deals since Trump victory
US companies ink more than $35bn in transactions as election sends jolt of enthusiasm through industryFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
New alarming Boeing whistleblower concerns
A Boeing worker is making new claims about potentially defective parts that he says appear to be missing. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down the impact of the allegations.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
Trump's border czar signals solution for Dreamers will be tied to border security
President-elect Trump's appointed "border czar" said Monday that a potential legislative solution for Dreamers should be contingent on Democrats supporting increased border security and deportation ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
Global reaction to Assad's sudden ouster from Syria ranges from jubilation to alarm
The fall of Syria’s authoritarian government at the hands of jihadi militants has set off waves of jubilation, trepidation and alarm around the worldABC News - Dec. 8 -
South Korean Leader’s Deal to Avoid Impeachment Signals Bigger Turmoil Ahead
President Yoon Suk Yeol survived an opposition-led attempt to remove him by getting his party members to back him. But his troubles could now become theirs too.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
The Rage and Glee That Followed a C.E.O.’s Killing Should Ring All Alarms
It echoes another era of extreme inequality and extreme violence.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
US economy added 227,000 jobs in November
Rise in unemployment rate bolsters case for Federal Reserve rate cut this monthFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Trump’s Treasury Pick Isn’t Alarming, but He Is Unusual
Some of Scott Bessent’s economic views are outside the mainstream. But at least he’s qualified.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Musk signals he won't use growing influence to go after competitors
Elon Musk indicated Friday that he will not use his growing influence in the Trump administration to hurt or seek revenge on his industry competitors. In a post on his social platform X, Musk ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Labor data signals a new, far more uncertain job market
Dan Hevia has been laid off before — but this time feels different.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
U.S. economy added 227,000 jobs in November
The U.S. economy added 227,000 jobs in the month of November and the unemployment rate sat at 4.2%, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
Ofsted 'alarmed' by absences and 'flexi-schooling'
Ofsted's chief inspector says he is worried about the number of pupils who are partly home-educated.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Nearly 100 former national security officials 'alarmed' at prospect of Gabbard leading intel community
Nearly 100 former national security officials signed a letter criticizing President-elect Donald Trump's decision to nominate former Rep.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
The Big Question: is the US economy exceptional — or overhyped?
Three FT pieces this week explore the soaraway, world-beating success of American business. But can it last?Financial Times - Dec. 6 -
Former US officials alarmed over Tulsi Gabbard’s alleged ‘sympathy for dictators’
Officials blast Trump’s national intelligence director pick for lack of experience and embracing conspiracy theories. Conspiracy theories and cosying up to dictators: why intelligence experts are ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
U.S. raises alarm over Russian interference in Romania’s election
The Biden administration and lawmakers in Congress are raising alarm over Russian interference in presidential elections in Romania, a NATO ally that borders Ukraine and the Black Sea. Romania’s ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
The Guardian view on humanities in universities: closing English Literature courses signals a crisis
With degrees disappearing and reading rates plummeting, the arts face a critical moment in education and culture. The announcement that Canterbury Christ Church University in Kent is to stop ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Italy’s slowing economy raises pressure on Meloni
Statistics agency halves GDP growth for 2024 as parliament adopts first part of next year’s budgetFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Boeing whistleblower sounds alarm over safety at satellite factory
Craig Garriott has built satellites for Boeing for nearly three decades.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Trump’s nominee for secretary of defense should alarm all of us | Moira Donegan
Pete Hegseth, who has been accused of drunken, irresponsible and predatory behavior, would be in charge of the world’s most powerful military. It takes a lot to get a man’s mother to declare him an ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Investors signal a return to UK equities
November was the first month for over three years that money came back into British stocksFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
How Bangladesh’s Economy Was Siphoned Dry
Bangladesh’s currency was battered by what the new head of the central bank says was the looting of the banks under the deposed prime minister.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
With Threats to Encryption Looming, Signal’s Meredith Whittaker Says ‘We’re Not Changing’
At WIRED’s The Big Interview event, the president of the Signal Foundation talked about secure communications as critical infrastructure and the need for a new funding paradigm for tech.Wired - Dec. 3 -
AT&T plans to plow $20 billion into buybacks in signal of business turnaround
AT&T’s stock is rising as the company will bring back share repurchases alongside an expected $20 billion-plus in continued dividend commitments over the next three years.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
SpaceX’s $350 billion private valuation signals an IPO is off the table for now
Elon Musk’s space business is part of a trend of companies staying private, as its private-market valuation jumps by more than $100 billion with a proposed sale of shares.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Zelensky Signals He's Open to Negotiating a Peace Deal
In a shift, the Ukrainian president indicates he would accept a cease-fire with Russia if his country obtains NATO membership.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
Why America’s economy is soaring ahead of its rivals
The country’s outperformance is rooted in long-term productivity growth that is the envy of the developed world. Could Trump’s policies endanger its lead?Financial Times - Dec. 3 -
An extraordinary global economy will require extraordinary agility
Policymakers need to adjust their approaches including through pre-emptive negotiations with the incoming US administrationFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after 'alarming blood test,' attorney says
An attorney for Harvey Weinstein says he was hospitalized following an “alarming blood test."ABC News - Dec. 2 -
5 Best Cyber Monday Sunrise Alarm Clock Deals to Grab Now
Our favorite sunrise alarm clocks can help wake you up, and the models we love are on sale right now. Get up to $75 off while Cyber Monday deals still last!.Wired - Dec. 2 -
Why Trump's FBI director pick Kash Patel is raising alarms
President-elect Donald Trump's intention to make Kash Patel his FBI director is drawing harsh critiques from some politicians who don't think he is the right person for the job. CBS News' Nancy ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Premier League panic meter: Manchester City's five-alarm fire isn't the only cause for alarm in England
From Tottenham's struggles to West Ham's terrible form, here's what's going wrong across England's top flightCBS Sports - Dec. 2 -
How Chairish Made the Circular Economy Work for Secondhand Furniture
The home furnishings marketplace has nailed the formula for scalability in a tricky category.Inc. - Dec. 2