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Corporate profits are near all-time highs, while wages are near lows. How long can this last?
The U.S. has very high corporate profits, very high asset prices, very high fiscal deficits, very high trade deficits, and very low wages versus history, notes Deutsche Bank. Does something have to ...MarketWatch - 9h -
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Satisfaction with public education at record low: Gallup
A Gallup poll released Wednesday found satisfaction with public education is at a record low as the Trump administration eyes shuttering the Department of Education. The annual Mood of the Nation ...The Hill - 18h -
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Grammys highs, lows and Beyoncé's moment of shock
Memorable moments - good and bad - from Sabrina Carpenter to Charli XCX via Kanye and Chappell Roan.BBC News - 2d -
Trump is waging war against his own government
Trump is waging war against his own government, creating a deep sense of fear in the federal workforce — and recipients of federal aid.NBC News - 3d -
James Lowe ensures Ireland finish on a high after hit-and-miss start | Brendan Fanning
Champions show their enduring class in the second half after making a sloppy start to Six Nations defence. In a tournament with no room for a warm-up, where you just hop into the blocks and hope to ...The Guardian - 3d -
Wages and benefits for American workers see smallest gains in three years
The labor market is no longer a source of inflation pressures, but economists continue to watch the data closely.MarketWatch - 5d -
NFL sets new season low with 182 concussions
The NFL had a total of 182 concussions during games and practices in both the preseason and regular season, representing a 17% drop from 2023.ESPN - 6d -
School holiday fines at a record high
The number of fines issued for unauthorised school holidays has tripled since 2016-17.BBC News - 6d -
American Children’s Reading Skills Reach New Lows
With little post-pandemic recovery, experts wonder if screen time and school absence are among the causes.The New York Times - Jan. 29 -
While Musk and Altman wage their silly little feud, China is making all the broligarchs look like chumps | Arwa Mahdawi
The launch of the AI chatbot DeepSeek wiped $1tn off the value of US tech stocks. That should worry even this overhyped and self-satisfied twosome. They say your enemy’s enemy is your friend. ...The Guardian - Jan. 28 -
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The FDA’s proposed ‘very low nicotine’ standard has a very low chance of helping
If conventional cigarettes are banned, many consumers would turn to the black market rather than settle for legal very low nicotine cigarettes.The Hill - Jan. 27 -
How low will UK interest rates go?
There is more room for the Bank of England to loosen monetary policy than the market expectsFinancial Times - Jan. 27 -
Fast Times at West Wing High
Tech tycoons joining political big shots equals an ego explosion.The New York Times - Jan. 25 -
Japan hikes rates to highest since 2008 as sustained inflation, rising wages signal 'virtuous cycle' in play
The move comes in line with expectations from CNBC's survey, where an overwhelming majority of economists predicted a hike.CNBC - Jan. 24 -
Grealish: City low on confidence amid poor form
Jack Grealish has said Manchester City are in a fight to regain their confidence after being left on the brink of a humiliating Champions League elimination.ESPN - Jan. 23 -
Fighting Alongside Russia, North Koreans Wage Their Own War
Ukrainian forces described a different kind of enemy, fighting with unfamiliar tactics and little option to retreat.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
The Biden economy: Just how good was it? Here are the highs and lows for the 46th president.
Presidents get too much credit or too much blame for the economy, it’s often said, but the public never fails to render its own judgment. They gave Joe Biden and Kamala Harris a failing grade and ...MarketWatch - Jan. 18 -
Stefanik wages Democratic charm offensive ahead of confirmation hearing
Senate Democrats appear to be warming up to Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.), President-elect Trump’s combative and confrontational nominee for envoy to the United Nations, encouraged by commitments ...The Hill - Jan. 18 -
It’s time for Democrats to go low | Peter Rothpletz
Democrats should make the next four years of Republican governance as grueling and painful as possible. What the 2024 election results made clear is that the Obama coalition is dead . If Democrats ...The Guardian - Jan. 17 -
Trump Treasury secretary nominee won’t support raising minimum wage
Scott Bessent, President-elect Trump’s Treasury secretary nominee, said Thursday that he would not support raising the minimum wage. Bessent, if confirmed, would not have the authority to raise ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Scott Bessent believes federal minimum wage should not be increased
Scott Bessent, President-elect Trump's pick to serve as treasury secretary, told Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., that the minimum wage is "more of a statewide" issue and that he believes there should ...NBC News - Jan. 16 -
Employee Engagement Hasn’t Been This Low Since 2014
Less than a third of employees are engaged, according to a new Gallup report. Here’s how you can keep your team motivated.Inc. - Jan. 15 -
ECB’s chief economist warns of too-low inflation if rates stay high
Philip Lane points to dangers of borrowing costs that remain ‘too high for too long’Financial Times - Jan. 13 -
Reeves 'to wage war on waste' and 'Nine-jobs Nigel'
"Growing disquiet" in the Labour Party and Nigel Farage's "side-hustles" lead Sunday's newspapers.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
TikTok, Facing a US Ban, Is Also Waging Legal Battles Around the World
TikTok is challenging a possible ban or forced sale to new owners in the United States, but has for several years been waging other fights in at least 20 countries.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
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Warmer homes and healthier people: what’s not to like about a low-carbon future?
Challenges of hitting net zero emissions are often discussed, but little focus is given to the gains of living in a low-carbon world. The challenges of reaching net zero emissions are often ...The Guardian - Jan. 10 -
An albatross couple shares egg duty in this captivating low-drama reality show
A popular New Zealand bird “reality show” that each year follows a pair of northern royal albatrosses as they breed and raise a chick has drawn a global audience of devoted fans in its current 10th ...ABC News - Jan. 9 -
Can Low Unemployment Last Under Trump?
Hiring has slowed, but joblessness remains at levels defying economic norms. Big policy changes under a new administration could test that resilience.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Park City Strike Ends With Increase in Wages for Ski Patrollers
The nearly two-week strike hobbled the largest U.S. ski resort during a busy holiday period and sparked online fury about deepening economic inequality in rural mountain areas.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Get An Electric Standing Desk For As Low As $80
Standing desks are a great addition to any office, as they offer serious health benefits like improved circulation and reduced back pain. Unfortunately, many standing desks are expensive, featuring ...GameSpot - Jan. 9 -
The Deep South has fallen to a college football low point
With no teams left in the College Football Playoff, the region's long-running domination of the sport appears to be at an end. So what gives?Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8 -
China’s currency hits 16-month low on Trump tariff fears
Renminbi under pressure from stronger dollar and concerns about incoming US president’s trade plansFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
Can I qualify for credit card debt forgiveness with a low credit score?
A low credit score could limit your debt relief options — but will it make you ineligible for debt forgiveness?CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Next blames clothes price rises on wage increases set out in Budget
The retailer expects employee costs to increase by £73m due in part to rising National InsuranceBBC News - Jan. 7 -
With high heels and fur coats, Kaitlin Olson taps into 'High Potential'
The ABC procedural, which returns for the second half of its season Tuesday, has been a fun challenge for Kaitlin Olson, who stars in and produces the series.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7 -
