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The Key Reason Trump’s Poll Numbers Are Sagging
A central mystery of Trump’s presidency is whether his actions are in step with what voters want or whether he is going rogue on America.The New York Times - Mar. 17 -
An Uncertain Economic Moment Poses a Big Test for the Fed
The U.S. central bank prepares to meet under a cloud of concern about the economic hit from President Trump’s tariffs.The New York Times - Mar. 17 -
DOJ seeks to boot judge questioning Trump deportations, lawyer warns of 'constitutional crisis'
The Trump administration has used the wartime Alien Enemies Act to deport hundreds of alleged Venezuelan gang members to Central America.CNBC - Mar. 18 -
Brussels seeks to purchase weapons for entire EU
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen proposes central arms reserve capitals could draw fromFinancial Times - Mar. 18 -
Bundesbank enlists AI to prove ECB’s dovish bias
Germany’s central bank compares Eurozone bank policies and rhetoric in study powered by artificial intelligenceFinancial Times - Mar. 19 -
Inside the 24-Hour Scramble Among Top National Security Officials Over the J.F.K. Documents
The director of the Central Intelligence Agency emphasized that some documents had nothing to do with the assassinated president, according to people familiar with the discussions.The New York Times - Mar. 19 -
The Fed will update its rate projections Wednesday. Here's what to expect
If market pricing is correct, there's virtually no chance central bank policymakers budge from the current level of their key interest rate.CNBC - Mar. 19 -
How Fed Rates Influence Mortgages, Credit Cards, Savings and More
Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.The New York Times - Mar. 19 -
Fed cuts US growth forecast as Trump’s policies weigh on outlook
Central bank also lifts inflation projection as chair Jay Powell warns of tariff impactFinancial Times - Mar. 20 -
Why the wait was sweet for Jackson County in 1st win of TSSAA boys basketball state tournament
It was a program first on Wednesday when Jackson County's boys defeated Jackson Central-Merry in the TSSAA boys basketball state tournament.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20 -
Hours after agreeing to partial ceasefire with Russia, Ukraine wakes to scenes of fiery devastation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted 10 images to his Telegram channel of fires and damage in the country’s central Kirovohrad region.NBC News - Mar. 20 -
Trump says the Fed should cut rates to ease the economy’s transition to his tariffs
President Donald Trump is encouraging the central bank to cut interest rates as a backstop for his tariff plans.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
Indonesia's Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano erupts, prompting alert level to be raised
JAKARTA, Indonesia — The Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano in south-central Indonesia erupted three times into Friday.NBC News - 6d -
6.2 magnitude earthquake rattles Panama, but no reports of damage or injuries
A strong earthquake off Panama’s Pacific coast has shaken the central part of the country, but it has gone largely unnoticed in the capitalABC News - 6d -
Turkey spends record $12bn defending lira after Erdoğan rival’s arrest
Central bank’s currency intervention came as officials ‘lost control’ of market following Ekrem İmamoğlu’s detentionFinancial Times - 6d -
Mark Grossich, Who Opened Campbell Apartment and More Luxe NYC Bars, Dies at 74
His lounges in Manhattan settings like Grand Central Terminal and the Empire State Building conjured the elegance of a bygone era.The New York Times - 6d -
After a college football career and 2 failed House races, Bo Hines is helping steer U.S. crypto policy
With David Sacks as his boss and Trump’s full backing, Bo Hines has a central role in U.S. crypto policy.CNBC - 6d -
In Ukraine and worldwide, sovereignty is under siege
In this shifting global landscape, it seems that territory and external control are once again becoming central to international politics.The Hill - 5d -
Vote: Who should be the Maps Credit Union boys Athlete of the Week?
This week's nominees are from Sprague and Cascade basketball, Central and South Salem baseball and Silverton track and field.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Mark Carney calls snap election for Canada citing ‘crisis’ caused by Trump
US president’s attacks have improved the fortunes of the former central banker’s Liberal partyFinancial Times - 4d -
Petition calls for rethink over Mull school decision
Councillors have backed building a new high school in Tobermory but campaigners want a more central location.BBC News - 3d -
Better regulation depends on quality as well as quantity
Rather than cosmetic mergers, a central unit should insist on slimmed down, effective bodies — we’ve done it beforeFinancial Times - 3d -
Vehicle hits 4 children in Japan and the driver is arrested
Officials say a vehicle struck and injured four children riding bicycles on a street in central JapanABC News - 3d -
Bank of England dilutes stress test scenario for lenders
Central bank opts for smaller inflation surge and milder global GDP drop in its modelling requirementsFinancial Times - 3d -
Indonesia rupiah falls to lowest level since Asian financial crisis
Central bank intervenes in markets to ensure ‘stability’ of currency amid investor fears over cost of president’s policiesFinancial Times - 2d -
Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane. See how actions taken by your central bank affect youFinancial Times - 1d -
Red Wolves take down UCA, 12-2 (7)
Arkansas State secured a decisive 12-2 victory over Central Arkansas at Bear Stadium, improving their record to 11-13Yahoo Sports - 1d -
In Japan, an Iceless Lake and an Absent God Sound an Ancient Warning
For centuries, residents in central Japan have chronicled a mysterious natural phenomenon in winter. They see its disappearance as a bad omen.The New York Times - 1h -
Foreign investors wary of Turkey despite $25bn of lira intervention
Traders fear Erdoğan could fire central bank governor and finance minister who have helped stabilise country’s marketsFinancial Times - 2h -
In Japan, an Iceless Lake and an Absent God Sound an Ancient Warning
For centuries, residents in central Japan have chronicled a mysterious natural phenomenon in winter. They see its disappearance as a bad omen.The New York Times - 1h -
Foreign investors wary of Turkey despite $25bn of lira intervention
Traders fear Erdoğan could fire central bank governor and finance minister who have helped stabilise country’s marketsFinancial Times - 2h -
Mark Carney to be next Canada PM after winning Liberal leadership race
Former central banker will be only second prime minister in Canadian history without a seat in parliament. ‘Boring guy’ whose economic acumen could help Canada tackle Trump Mark Carney, the ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
E.C.B. Cuts Interest Rates Again, With an Uncertain Path Ahead
Vows by European leaders to increase borrowing to ramp up military spending have reshaped the fiscal picture that the central bank must confront.The New York Times - Mar. 6 -
A man with a Palestinian flag who climbed London's Big Ben tower is arrested
A man has been arrested after climbing the Big Ben tower at the Palace of Westminster in central London while barefoot and holding a Palestinian flagABC News - Mar. 9 -
Mark Carney to Be the Next Prime Minister of Canada
The prominent central banker and investor was chosen in a crucial leadership race amid threats from President Trump. He is expected to quickly call a federal election.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Mark Carney Will Be Canada’s Next Prime Minister. Here’s What to Know.
Mark Carney, a former central banker, now heads the Liberal Party and will soon lead Canada, tasked with responding to President Trump’s threats.The New York Times - Mar. 10 -
Canada’s New PM Tells Trump: If Want a Fight, We’ll Kick Your Butt
Former central banker Mark Carney has managed the financial crisis and Brexit. He’s not backing down from a trade war with the U.S.Inc. - Mar. 10 -
At least 6 killed in a militant attack on a hotel in Somalia
A car bomb has exploded at a hotel in the central Somali city of Beledweyne in a militant attack that killed at least six people, including two prominent traditional eldersABC News - Mar. 11 -
Hungary's leader orders price controls on basic foods as inflation spikes
Hungary’s government is limiting the profit margin for grocers on a number of basic food items in response to growing inflation hitting consumers in the Central European countryABC News - Mar. 11 -
Syrian Kurds celebrate deal with Damascus as coastal residents remain wary after violence
In northeast Syria, revelers took to the streets after the announcement of a breakthrough deal between the central government in Damascus and local Kurdish-led authoritiesABC News - Mar. 11
