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Starmer needs to come clean on domestic and foreign policy costs
The PM lacks candour on spending promises at home and new commitments abroadFinancial Times - 14h -
DOGE Cost Cuts Zero in on Top U.S. Consulting Firm Contracts
As Elon Musk’s quest for slashing wasteful spending continues, DOGE places $65 billion in federal contracts with elite consultancies under review.Inc. - 4h -
Starmer’s cuts are a huge mistake – foreign aid is an investment, not an expense | Halima Begum
At the height of the cold war, the west advanced its soft power through aid and development spending. If we cut that now, who will fill the vacuum?. Halima Begum is the chief executive of Oxfam ...The Guardian - 5d -
Trump administration says it's cutting $60 billion in USAID foreign aid contracts
The Trump administration said it is eliminating more than 90% of the U.S.NBC News - 4d -
Trump cuts nearly $60 billion in foreign aid grants and contracts
For 60 years, the United States has believed that foreign aid in the form of international grants to provide food, medical care and other humanitarian aid would stabilize the chaotic world. In a ...CBS News - 3d -
Ex-Foreign Office mandarins warn against cuts to diplomatic corps
Peter Ricketts and Simon Fraser call on Rachel Reeves to protect headcount at overseas missions in spending reviewFinancial Times - 3d -
UK's international development minister quits after foreign aid cut
The British Cabinet minister responsible for international development has quit in the wake of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s decision earlier this week to ramp up defense spending by slashing the ...ABC News - 3d -
Manchester United to cut up to 200 jobs as Sir Jim Ratcliffe continues to cut costs at Old Trafford
The job cuts come along with cuts to employee amenities at Old Trafford and the Carrington training groundCBS Sports - Feb. 24 -
Let them eat fruit: Manchester United close staff canteen in latest cost-cutting
Sir Jim Ratcliffe also trims food offering at training base CEO apologises over U-turn on further redundancies Sir Jim Ratcliffe will close the staff canteen at Old Trafford and replace the free ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
Impact of Musk project on cost-cutting is much less than he claims – report
Associated Press analyzed canceled government contracts and found that 40% will produce no savings. US politics – live updates Elon Musk ’s cost-cutting bonanza appears to be having less ...The Guardian - 6d -
Musk’s cost-cutting drive quietly deletes billions in claimed savings from website
‘Wall of receipts’ drops five largest savings claimed by ‘department of government efficiency’ after debunking. US politics live – latest updates When Elon Musk ’s cost-cutting drive, the ...The Guardian - 5d -
Trump’s latest DOGE order aims to cut costs through federal contracts, travel
President Trump on Wednesday signed an executive order directing agency leaders to work with staff from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to cut costs through contracts, employee ...The Hill - 4d -
Google announces layoffs in its HR, cloud units as part of ongoing cost cuts
The company has begun cutting from units in order to invest more in AI.CNBC - 3d -
Less is more: How ‘chain of draft’ could cut AI costs by 90% while improving performance
Zoom researchers unveil "chain of draft," which cuts AI token usage by 92%, transforming the economics of language model deployment.VentureBeat - 2h -
This is a hard choice. We believe in foreign aid – but we have to make cuts. We must keep the UK safe | David Lammy
Putin’s Russia is a threat to all Europe, including the UK. Vital aid work will be hit as we spend more on defence, but we must deal with the world as it is. There are moments in history when ...The Guardian - 6d -
The Hidden Cost of Playing It Safe
Are your goals holding your team back or elevating their ambition?Inc. - 2d -
The Influence of Foreign Aid
America is losing a diplomatic tool the government has relied on for decades.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Is Russia Open for Business — and at What Cost?
Investors seem open to the prospect of peace talks, but Western companies face a dilemma just three years after many retreated from the country.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
Trump’s red carpet for wealthy foreigners
‘Gold card’ visa plan intensifies the global battle to attract the super-richFinancial Times - 5d -
The Dark Heart of Trump’s Foreign Policy
The journalist Fareed Zakaria discusses the worldview emerging from Trump’s foreign policy decisions regarding Ukraine, Gaza, China and beyond.The New York Times - 2d -
Here's what a $70,000 HELOC costs monthly in 2025
Wondering what a $70,000 HELOC might cost you? Find out what your monthly payment could be.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Here's what a $150,000 HELOC will cost monthly in 2025
Payments on a $150,000 HELOC could rise or fall if opened this year. Here's what to consider right now.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
How much does tax relief cost (and is it worth it)?
If you owe money to the IRS, tax relief could be worth considering, but there are extra costs that come with it.CBS News - 5d -
The human cost of suspending $43bn of US aid
The suspension of billions in US funding has brought the fight against Aids screeching to a haltFinancial Times - 4d -
Fake injuries could cost teams timeout, penalty
College football players going down with injuries after the ball is spotted could cost the team a timeout or penalty.ESPN - 3d -
Switzerland targets rich tourists but at what cost?
Switzerland's already upmarket tourism sector is trying to attract more high rollers.BBC News - 23h -
Mavs raise ticket costs, cite 'investments' in team
Citing "ongoing investments in the team and fan engagement," the Dallas Mavericks are upping season-ticket prices by at least 8.5% for next season.ESPN - 1h -
The F.B.I.’s New Boss, and the Foreign Aid Fallout
Plus, a James Bond takeover.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Lessons in foreign aid from a trip to Uganda
When President Trump and Elon Mask brought the shutters down on USAID, I was reminded of things I had seen and heard in Uganda last month while conducting development research there — things that ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
As the U.S. Exits Foreign Aid, Who Will Fill the Gap?
China could reap the soft-power advantage, but like Western governments, the country is cutting back on aid. Philanthropies say they cannot replace the United States.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Trump is stumbling into a futile foreign critical mineral strategy
Washington lacks the leverage to strong-arm — or sweet talk — most top-producing countries into handing over control of their critical mineral reserves.The Hill - 3d -
Call Of Duty's New TMNT Skins Will Cost You $90 To Unlock In Total
The Season 2 Reloaded update is live in Black Ops 6 and Warzone , and while Call of Duty's TMNT crossover event doesn't begin until next week, all four turtles are now available to purchase. ...GameSpot - Feb. 20 -
Lego Game Boy Reportedly Will Cost $60 And Releases This October
According to a reliable Lego leaker, the upcoming Lego Game Boy set will reportedly launch on October 1 for $60. The leak also says its a relatively small kit at just 421 pieces. The leak, which ...GameSpot - Feb. 20 -
How much will a $150,000 home equity loan cost per month in 2025?
A $150,000 home equity loan won't be cheap, but it's one of the least expensive ways to borrow a six-figure sum now.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Comparing Elon Musk and Jack Welch as Influential Cost-Cutters
Elon Musk’s hyperfocus on the bottom line has made him influential in Washington and Silicon Valley. How does that compare with the last famous cost-cutter, Jack Welch?The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Decaffeinated Brazilians blame Lula for surging cost of morning brew
Food inflation weighs on the ratings of leftwing leader of Latin America’s largest nationFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
Low-cost carrier FlyDubai sees record $611 million profit in 2024
The low-cost carrier FlyDubai says it earned a record-breaking profit of $611 million in 2024, buoyed by higher passenger numbers and lower fuel costsABC News - Feb. 24 -
How much will a $25,000 HELOC cost per month in 2025?
A $25,000 HELOC comes with low monthly costs but those could soon change. Here's what borrowers should know now.CBS News - Feb. 24