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Trump is dedicated to isolationism – but is Syria’s future too important to ignore?
Concerns that US’s hands-off approach could leave the country open to a return to civil war or a resurgence of Iran. For a Biden administration in its final days, managing the downfall of Bashar ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Biden to hit Chinese cleantech imports with more tariffs
Parting shot at geopolitical rival is effort to shelter US manufacturers from green-energy powerhouseFinancial Times - Dec. 11 -
Adidas Confirms Raids Relating to Imports Investigation
The sportswear maker said some of its locations in Germany were searched in connection with an investigation into customs and tax-import compliance.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 11 -
U.S. Importers Accelerate Shipments Ahead of Trump Tariffs
As shipping volumes surge with import duties and a ports strike threatening, Canadian Premier Justin Trudeau says Americans are just starting to wake up the added costs they’ll soon face.Inc. - Dec. 10 -
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The FBI’s Dire Warning About Your Messaging Apps Leaves Out 1 Important Point
Federal agencies want you to protect your personal information, but they left out the most important part.Inc. - Dec. 10 -
China's exports slow, imports decline in November, falling below forecasts
China’s exports slowed in November and its imports declined, falling below forecasts and underscoring potential weakness in trade at a time when its leaders are striving to boost domestic business ...ABC News - Dec. 10 -
China's November imports post surprise drop; sharpest decline in 14 months
Export has been a rare bright spot as the world's second largest economy contends with lackluster domestic consumption and a prolonged housing downturn.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
How and Where Trump’s Promised Tariffs Are Most Likely to Increase Import Prices
A closer look at potential import taxes on goods from China, Mexico, and Canada indicate which product prices should rise first—and why U.S. companies may have a harder time passing those expenses ...Inc. - Dec. 9 -
People urged to work at home to avoid congestion
The Department for Infrastructure says Belfast traffic chaos could be eased by walking, cycling, using public transport or working from home.BBC News - Dec. 9 -
Ofwat paid consultants that also worked for water groups
Embattled regulator for England and Wales faces accusation over conflict of interestFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
Morocco produces Africa’s first mpox tests as the continent tries to rely less on imports
After African countries struggled to get testing kits during the COVID-19 pandemic, officials vowed to make the continent less dependent on imported medical suppliesABC News - Dec. 8 -
Morocco produces Africa’s first mpox tests as the continent tries to rely less on imports
After African countries struggled to get testing kits during the COVID-19 pandemic, officials vowed to make the continent less dependent on imported medical suppliesABC News - Dec. 8 -
Whether Kirk Cousins will be benched this year overlooks an equally important question
With Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins struggling, it's no surprise that the team is putting the word out that he's not in danger of being benched this year.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 8 -
Costco’s results will show us how important bargains still are for shoppers
Earnings Watch: GameStop, Adobe also reportMarketWatch - Dec. 8 -
25 Work From Home Gift Ideas
Upgrade your loved one’s home office with these picks that make every day a little easier—and a little more fun.Wired - Dec. 8 -
Trump’s promise to tax imported goods could spell trouble for US auto industry
Automakers face uncertainty as top-selling vehicles, such as the Ford F-150 truck, are sourced from around the globe. Few vehicles are as emblematic of the American auto industry’s might as the ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Raducanu begins work with fitness coach Nakamura
Emma Raducanu hopes to exploit her natural athleticism and reduce injury as she hires Maria Sharapova’s former fitness Yutaka Nakamura.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Cranes work to stabilise growing sinkhole as storm rolls in
Cranes have been brought in to stabilise the chasm, now 17ft (5.2m) wide.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Hegseth working to salvage defense secretary nomination
Pete Hegseth sat down with several senators Thursday as he works to save his bid to be President-elect Donald Trump's secretary of defense amid accusations of alcohol abuse, sexual misconduct and ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Yes, You Can Say ‘Merry Christmas’ at Work. Just Don’t Do This
Feel free to celebrate the holidays, but don’t turn all of December into Santa’s workshop.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
There's an important jobs report coming Friday. Here's what to expect
The jobs report due out Friday could provide a clearer picture of where the labor market is headed.CNBC - Dec. 5 -
Did 2024 Kill Remote Work?
This year, bigwigs like Elon Musk and Amazon took aim at remote work. But one thing is clear: Hybrid is still the MO for plenty of companies.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
For more out-of-work Americans, it's taking months to find a new job
A growing number of unemployed workers have been searching for a new job for more than 15 weeks, labor data shows.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Afghan TV station shuttered for vulgar content and working with exiled media
An Afghan TV station has been shuttered over allegedly vulgar content and working with exiled mediaABC News - Dec. 5 -
How does the new Club World Cup work & why is it so controversial?
Everything you need to know about the revamped Club World Cup set to take place in summer 2025.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Pete Hegseth’s Troubles at Work Raise Questions About Leadership
President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice for defense secretary led two nonprofits into debt, and episodes of drinking continued into his days as a Fox News personality.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Madueke 'must work more', says Maresca
Enzo Maresca says winger Noni Madueke "must work more" to secure a place in the Chelsea side, despite scoring in the 5-1 win at Southampton.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
OpenAI Is Working With Anduril to Supply the US Military With AI
The ChatGPT maker is the latest AI giant to reveal it’s working with the defense industry, following similar announcements by Meta and Anthropic.Wired - Dec. 4 -
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Review: Photorealist painting finally gets due respect. MOCA shows the 'work' in each 'work of art'
Photorealist art, once dismissed as simplistic, gets reconsidered in a sprawling MOCA exhibition in downtown L.A. that includes the premiere of provocative work centered on the Kennedy assassination.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
Comer highlights bill challenging work from home deal for federal employees
Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.) on Tuesday highlighted a bill he previously introduced that challenges a deal for hybrid work protections of federal employees. “THOUSANDS of federal employees just landed ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Children Worked Dangerous Shifts at Iowa Slaughterhouse, Inquiry Finds
Qvest Sanitation was ordered to pay nearly $172,000 after the Labor Department found it had employed 11 children to clean equipment on overnight shifts at a pork processing plant in Sioux City, Iowa.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Mourinho asks media to let him 'work in peace'
Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho believes he doesn't get enough credit for his team's winning run from the local media and wants to "work in peace."ESPN - Dec. 3 -
What credit card debt relief options work best with bad credit?
A damaged credit score can complicate the debt relief process, but you still have plenty of options to consider.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
After months of dysfunction and miscommunication, is the Starmer method finally working? | Rafael Behr
The prime minister won’t learn charisma, but he has a record of going places by doggedly clearing the obstacles in his way. If Rishi Sunak had clung to power until the very end of the five-year ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Is Your Office Holiday Party Accessible? Most Work Events Aren’t
Make sure you’re planning a celebration that all your employees can attend.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
Van Nistelrooy at work changing Leicester's 'style'
Newly-appointed manager Ruud van Nistelrooy is aiming to bring a sense of positivity to Leicester City and quickly make an impression on the Premier League club's players, as he looks to ensure ...ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Kids worked overnight shifts at pork processing plant, feds find
Feds find 11 kids illegally employed for at least 4 years at Seaboard Triumph Foods facility in Sioux Falls, Iowa.CBS News - 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
