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The Fed was more lucky than right in the fight against inflation — and still getting it wrong, these researchers say.
How successful was the Fed in fighting inflation in the first place? As little as 20% of the fall in inflation was due to the central bank’s rate hikes, researchers say.MarketWatch - 8h -
In Texas, religious freedom and parental rights are only for Christians
How else do you explain people who say they oppose “indoctrination” in public schools, but want to turn elementary school classrooms into Sunday Schools?The Hill - 2d -
In settling Jalen Hurts-A.J. Brown tension, Eagles got lucky vs. Steelers — but not in the way you might think
Philadelphia's passing game was a hot topic this week. A ripe opponent was awaiting them after "everybody kissed and made up."Yahoo Sports - 2d -
More than 120 House Democrats send letter to Biden urging him to ratify Equal Rights Amendment
A coalition of more than 100 lawmakers wrote a letter on Sunday urging President Biden to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), which would outlaw gender discrimination in the Constitution. “We ...The Hill - 2d -
Right now, Chelsea are the best team in the Premier League
Chelsea have given themselves the chance to go top of the Premier League table for the first time in three years, despite Marc Cucurella losing his head in their latest victory.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Why Followership Is More Important Than Ever
Our obsession with leadership ignores the people who actually get stuff done.Inc. - 3d -
Ben Elton: ‘I fancied Olivia Newton-John. It’s all right to say that about a third cousin, right?’
The standup talks about tensions behind the scenes of Blackadder, his Wiggles movie that never happened and his opinions on hecklers. Of all the things you’ve written, what gets quoted at you the ...The Guardian - 3d -
Far-Right Soccer Star Is Tapped for Presidency of Georgia
The vote, boycotted by opposition parties in Parliament, sets up a standoff with the sitting president and deepens turmoil in the country after protests and a disputed election.The New York Times - 4d -
Surprise, ‘We’re Getting Married Right Now!’
Daniel Howarth and Jonathan Marotto gathered their closest friends and family for a celebration that also happened to be their wedding.The New York Times - 5d -
Tangled and Troubling Legacy Pushes Romanians Further to the Right
An ultranationalist politician’s surge shows how many people would rather forget the country’s fascist past, experts say.The New York Times - 6d -
Elon Musk and Tesla Shareholders Are Richer Than Ever
Tesla stock and Elon Musk’s net worth are both smashing record highs.Inc. - 6d -
Burrow: Privacy 'violated in more ways than one'
Before answering questions during his midweek news conference, Cincinnati QB Joe Burrow issued a statement addressing the burglary that occurred at his home while the Bengals were on the road to ...ESPN - 6d -
James Dyson is right to fight for British strawberries
The UK’s largest commercial farmer is trying to create a berry brand against intense global competitionFinancial Times - 6d -
DealBook Summit: Technologists on Smarter-Than-Humans Technology
Most members of a DealBook Summit panel described immense benefits from artificial intelligence and saw its risks as manageable.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
Lucky Strike maker BAT sees stronger H2 revenue growth in new category, combustibles
The maker of Lucky Strike and Dunhill cigarettes said it remains on track to meet its 2024 outlook of low-single-digit organic revenue and adjusted profit growth. "In the United States, I am ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 11 -
Ross Barkley’s lucky break edges Aston Villa past Leipzig in five-goal thriller
After Jhon Durán scored, with another ludicrously powerful strike, he celebrated by showing the Aston Villa supporters the palms of his hands, as if to say: “Calm down, what else did you possibly ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
America's swing to the right in 2024 was wide, if not always deep
Trump gained ground in every state and most counties in the 2024 election compared to 2020.ABC News - Dec. 10 -
Games Workshop, Amazon Agree Warhammer Rights Deal
Games Workshop said it granted Amazon.com exclusive rights to films and television series of the U.K. company’s popular Warhammer game.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 10 -
Americans are paying more than ever for health insurance
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
Trump's Cabinet woes are back, earlier than ever
President-elect Donald Trump could break the record for most failed Cabinet nominations to start a term.ABC News - Dec. 9 -
This investment is cheaper and better than mutual funds
Opponents shouldn’t block 403(b)s from purchasing collective investment trustsMarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
Romania tries to suppress a far-right surge
Călin Georgescu appeared set to win the presidential election until the nation’s high court annulled the first-round resultFinancial Times - Dec. 7 -
Pride, bragging rights and more than $115M at stake when final college playoff rankings come out
There’s more than just school pride and bragging rights to all that bellyaching over who might be in and who might be out of college football’s first 12-team playoffABC News - Dec. 5 -
Trans rights activists protest Capitol bathroom ban
Transgender rights activists including Chelsea Manning, a former U.S. army intelligence analyst and whistleblower, took to Capitol Hill on Thursday in protest of a new policy barring trans people ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Roommate Convicted in Murder of Kenyan Gay Rights Activist
Edwin Chiloba’s body was found stuffed inside a metal box by the roadside last year. A high court judge did not give a motive but said his roommate carried out the murder.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
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Tariff Man’s superpowers are weaker than he thinks
Donald Trump’s obsession with import taxes belies their limited effectsFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
The US supreme court’s trans rights case threatens decades of civil rights precedent, experts say
Oral arguments laid bare how a healthcare case could have vast consequences for LGBTQ+ equality and sex discrimination. The US supreme court heard one of the most consequential LGBTQ+ rights cases ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
‘Everyone is confused’: how to find the right pair of pants
Variations in cuts and sizing across brands make finding a great fit difficult – so we talked to experts. A few weeks ago, I had a terrible realization. I needed new pants.. In theory, this should ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
The trans rights movement is on the fast track to failure
It’s time for the transgender rights movement to pivot.The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Will the far right in France seize the chance to topple the government?
Triggered by an austerity budget, a no-confidence vote threatens fresh instability – and Macron’s future. Don’t get This is Europe delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up here With threats ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Google Worried Israeli Contract Could Enable Human Rights Violations
The tech giant, which has defended the deal to employees who oppose supplying Israel’s military with technology, feared the project might damage its reputation.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
These are the most in-demand tech jobs hiring right now
According to LinkedIn’s latest report, software engineer, full stack engineer and application developer are in the top 10 roles.VentureBeat - Dec. 3 -
Stalking victims to get right to know abuser's identity
Jess Phillips, who herself was stalked, says victims will get "peace of mind" under the government's plans.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Maternity Leave and Ongoing Consent: New Rights for Belgium’s Sex Workers
A groundbreaking law, which gives some sex workers greater labor protections and social benefits than similar legislation elsewhere in the world, is now in effect in the European country.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Watch WIRED’s Big Interview Event Right Here
On December 3, WIRED sat down with some of the biggest names in technology, business, science, and beyond for a full day packed with in-depth conversations.Wired - Dec. 3 -
49ers running back Christian McCaffrey headed to IR with an injured right knee
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey will not need surgery on his injured right knee but he will miss the rest of the regular seasonABC News - Dec. 2 -
Human rights court rules against Venezuela in 2013 election case
The Inter-American Court of Human Rights has ruled that the Venezuelan government violated the political rights of former opposition presidential candidate Henrique CaprilesABC News - Dec. 2 -
Schumer says bipartisan talks to avoid shutdown before Christmas 'on the right track'
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Monday indicated that bipartisan negotiations to avert the threat of a government shutdown this month are “on the right track,” but he warned ...The Hill - Dec. 2
