East Tensions Increase

Texas bill would make identifying as transgender a felony punishable by jail

The bill, while unlikely to pass, highlights the increasing extremism of legislation targeting trans people, especially in Texas, in recent years.

NBC News - Mar. 10

Threshold for filing ‘side hustle’ tax return to rise to £3,000 in UK

Cash earnings to increase from current level of £1,000 in boost to people who sell goods online

Financial Times - Mar. 11

Gold price per ounce: Everything investors should know now

The price of gold per ounce has been steadily increasing. Here's what investors should be aware of now.

CBS News - Mar. 11

A big inflation report is on the way Wednesday. Here's what to expect

The consumer price index for February is forecast to show an increase of 0.3% for goods and services across the largest economy in the world.

CNBC - Mar. 11

Trump 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum take effect, EU announces retaliation

Trump's tariff policies have rattled the stock market and raised fears of an economic slowdown, increased inflation and a global trade war.

CBS News - Mar. 12

Inflation rate eased to 2.8% in February, lower than expected

The core consumer price index was expected to increase 0.3% in February and 3.2% from a year ago.

CNBC - Mar. 12

Pilgrims in Mecca search for a moment of peace

Saudi Arabia’s plan to increase religious tourism must include ways to manage the growing crowds

Financial Times - Mar. 12

Immigrant detention centers are at capacity, Trump admin officials say

The Department of Homeland Security is working with several agencies to increase bed space as they ask Congress for more funding.

NBC News - Mar. 12

Starmer to target ‘cottage industry of blockers’ in overhaul of regulators

UK prime minister will also talk up potential of AI to increase productivity across the state

Financial Times - Mar. 12

Jets part with Aaron Rodgers: Justin Fields slightly improves playoff chances, per projection model

The SportsLine Projection Model says New York's prospects for a long-awaited postseason appearance increase a bit with recent quarterback change

CBS Sports - 6d

Germany’s stagnant economy dents investment in consumer start-ups

Funding increased to €7bn last year but it is a far cry from the 2021 peak of more than €17bn

Financial Times - 6d

Dollar General says lower-income customers shouldn’t expect any relief from high prices this year

The average transaction amount increased amid growth in consumables, which includes food, while traffic declined.

MarketWatch - 6d

Merz Challenges Germans to Make a Bold Strategic Shift. Will They Do It?

The likely next chancellor has staked his government on a move to increase military spending. But the window for change is closing fast.

The New York Times - 5d

Will AI save the UK government £45bn a year?

Ministers believe that increased use of artificial intelligence can help fix the public finances but experts have their doubts

Financial Times - 5d

Trump and DOGE Create Anxiety but Opportunity for Federal Contractors

By cutting federal employees, the Trump administration may increase its reliance on firms that take in billions through government contracts.

The New York Times - 5d

'Too scared to open my front door' - householders' fears as rat infestation reports rise

Cardiff council's pest control service saw a 10% increase in call-outs to rat infestations last year.

BBC News - 4d

HMRC probes into unpaid capital gains tax trebled in 2023-24

UK tax agency is under growing pressure from government to increase revenue by improving compliance

Financial Times - 3d

Are You Inspiring Others?: 9 Strategies for Inspirational Leadership

Inspirational leaders boost team performance, increase passion, and make true believers out of everyone else.

Inc. - 3d

Nearly 42,000 UK asylum seekers waiting on appeal

Refugee Council said the number increased by five times in two years and those appealing still require accommodation.

BBC News - 2d

China announces plan to 'vigorously boost consumption' in bid to shore up economy

The plan was to vigorously boost consumption, expand domestic demand, and "enhance consumption capacity by increasing income and reducing burdens."

CNBC - 2d

Putin's real goal: Destroy NATO

Putin's larger goal is to dismantle NATO by creating division from within and increasing European dependence on Russian energy.

The Hill - 2d

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink: Blending public and private markets is a 'great investment' for retirement

Major asset managers and plan providers want to increase the share of private assets in the $12.5 trillion workplace retirement plan market.

CNBC - 2d

EA Sports paying players $1500 to be in College Football 26

EA Sports is increasing how much college football players will be paid in NIL deals for appearing in this year's video game.

Yahoo Sports - 14h

Italian postal service sees surge in mail for Pope Francis, much sent from children

The Italian postal service has seen a huge increase in mail addressed to Pope Francis since his Feb. 14 hospitalization

ABC News - 4h

Big East tournament bracket, schedule: Rick Pitino, St. John's look to fend off Dan Hurley, UConn at Madison Square Garden

St. John's picked up its first conference title in decades this season while UConn stumbled to the finish line.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9

Syrian defence ministry says military operation over and forces ‘paving way for life to return to normal’ – Middle East crisis live

Syria’s defence ministry spokesperson warns of further retribution against forces loyal to Assad. Syria ’s defence ministry has announced it has completed military operations to fight remnants of ...

The Guardian - Mar. 10

Latest in East Tensions Increase

Topics