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Jobless Claims Rise Slightly as Labor Market Shrugs Off Trade War
Despite DOGE layoffs, new unemployment claims were below estimates, reflecting a solid job market, though concerns about a global recession remain high.Inc. - 1d -
How Do the iPhone 16E and Google Pixel 9A Compare to More Expensive Models?
With tariffs threatening to drive up the costs of most things, the new entry-level phones from Apple and Google present a timely opportunity to save some bucks.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump’s Trade War With China Is Now Hurting Hollywood—and US Soft Power
On Thursday, Chinese officials retaliated against President Donald Trump’s tariffs by imposing new restrictions on US movies. That’s a big blow to America’s cultural cachet in the nation.Wired - 1d -
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment projected to be lower in 2026, estimates find. But tariffs may change that
New government inflation data points to a lower Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2026 compared to the 2.5% increase beneficiaries saw in 2025.CNBC - 1d -
How the mother of all 'short squeezes' helped drive stocks to historic gains Wednesday
Short sellers' bearish positions unexpectedly dropped in value as stocks soared on news of a tariff pause, forcing them to buy back shares to limit losses.CNBC - 23h -
Op-ed: America's 'vibecession' never ended, and now it is deepening across income levels
Financial insecurity among Americans continues to rise, with interest rates, tariffs, and layoffs fears all factors, according to a new CNBC|SurveyMonkey poll.CNBC - 22h -
73% of Americans are financially stressed. Two-thirds say tariff concerns are the source: CNBC survey
A new CNBC survey finds Americans are financially stressed, with a majority concerned tariffs will hurt their finances, and 34% have made investment changes.CNBC - 21h -
Tesla shares retreat following sharpest rally since 2013
After soaring 23% on Wednesday due to President Trump's pause on most new tariffs, Tesla shares dropped on Thursday along with the broader market.CNBC - 22h -
The moment a helicopter plummeted into the Hudson River was captured on video
A family visiting from Spain and a pilot were killed Thursday when a helicopter touring the New York City area plummeted into the Hudson River.NBC News - 20h -
Trump announces 10% baseline tariff on all countries | Special Report
President Trump on Wednesday announced a baseline tariff of 10% on all countries, with additional reciprocal tariffs for some. Maurice DuBois anchored CBS News' special report.CBS News - 21h -
Government files memo in case against Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil
In the memo, which was obtained by CBS News, Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote that Mahmoud Khalil's role in Columbia's protests is in conflict with American foreign policy objectives.CBS News - 20h -
Cash App owner Block pays $40 million in settlement over 'serious compliance deficiencies'
New York state’s top financial regulator struck a $40 million settlement with Block Inc., the parent of Cash App, over anti-money laundering failures.NBC News - 17h -
South Korea establishes diplomatic relations with Syria, a longtime friend of rival North Korea
South Korea has established diplomatic relations with Syria’s new Islamist government months after longtime leader Bashar Assad was oustedABC News - 15h -
'Perfect marriage goes on - Liverpool and Salah need each other'
Mohamed Salah's decision to sign a new contract shows he and Liverpool cannot live without each other, says chief football writer Phil McNultyYahoo Sports - 10h -
How transfer RB Star Thomas got to Tennessee football thanks to former teammate Diego Pavia
Star Thomas and Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia were teammates at New Mexico State. Now Thomas has Pavia to thank for extending his career at Tennessee.Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Siemens exec and his family identified as victims in deadly Hudson helicopter crash
An executive of Siemens, a European technology company, his wife and young children were aboard the tourist helicopter that plunged into New York City's Hudson River.ABC News - 10h -
'Perfect marriage goes on - Liverpool and Salah need each other'
Mohamed Salah's decision to sign a new contract shows he and Liverpool cannot live without each other, says chief football writer Phil McNultyBBC News - 10h -
How China's exporters are scrambling to mitigate the impact of punishing U.S. tariffs
For China's exporters, trying to mitigate new U.S. tariffs means raising prices for Americans while diversifying where possible, at home and abroad.CNBC - 12h -
Move Over Mediterranean Diet—This Harvard-Designed Diet Was Just Crowned Best for Healthy Aging
Aiming for peak performance? The Alternative Healthy Eating Index is the new trend for those going all-out on anti-aging and optimal health.Inc. - 9h -
We Want to Hear About Your Dating and Relationship Experiences
Third Wheel, a New York Times column about love, sex, dating and relationships, is seeking input from readers that will help shape our coverage.The New York Times - 9h -
Jets 2025 NFL draft target: Full draft profile, scouting report for QB Quinn Ewers
A draft profile of University of Texas junior quarterback Quinn Ewers, who the New York Jets met with in March ahead of the 2025 NFL draft.Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Slot 'very happy' with Salah contract extension
Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he is "very happy" that forward Mohamed Salah has signed a new two-year contract with the club.BBC News - 7h -
Giants' Kayvon Thibodeaux named a player who could be traded ahead of NFL draft
New York Giants LB Kayvon Thibodeaux has been named a player who could be traded before the 2025 NFL draft.Yahoo Sports - 6h -
Review: In a Musical Comedy Makeover, ‘Smash’ Lives Up to Its Name
En route to Broadway, the TV series about backstage shenanigans and Marilyn Monroe has been rejiggered, with the same great songs but a whole new plot.The New York Times - 6h -
'Oh my goodness!' - Salah's best Premier League Liverpool goals
Watch some of Mohamed Salah's best Premier League goals in a Liverpool shirt after the Egypt forward agrees a new two-year deal with the Reds.BBC News - 6h -
Tesla U.S. Sales Plunge as G.M. and Others Make Gains
Overall sales of electric vehicles rose almost 11 percent in the first three months of the year as traditional carmakers offered new models.The New York Times - 5h -
Siemens executive, family killed in Hudson River helicopter crash
A Siemens executive, his wife, and their three young children were among the victims of a New York City sight-seeing helicopter crash, with the pilot also dying.The Hill - 4h -
Notre Dame football offers rising 2027 North Carolina tight end
Notre Dame football sent out a new offer on Thursday, as they went out again to North Carolina and gave 2027 tight end Jaxon Dollar a scholarship.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Boutique vet clinics look to revamp pet care by focusing on service
A new breed of veterinary clinic is changing how pets — and their owners — are treated. "I'd rather see four pets a day," one vet said.CBS News - 3h -
The internet's current favorite show is a fictional group chat on TikTok
Sydney Robinson is the showrunner, director, writer, cinematographer and star of the internet’s new favorite show: a series of TikToks about a girls’ group chat.NBC News - 1h -
Trump admin live updates: Trump calls for lawmakers to end daylight saving time
President Trump today is calling for lawmakers in Congress to "push hard for more Daylight at the end of a day" in a new post on the Truth Social media platform.ABC News - 1h -
For Businesses Chasing Growth, Freelancers Offer the Fastest Route
A new report finds more business owners turning to outside freelancers to control costs and headcounts, while getting experienced help to benefit in-house teams.Inc. - 3h -
Map shows measles cases across U.S.
CBS News is tracking a outbreak of measles in West Texas that has led to the deaths of two children, and a growing number of cases around the country.CBS News - 2h -
4/07: CBS Mornings Plus
President Trump’s new tariffs shake global markets. Also, how a bar conversation turned into March Madness’ most iconic song.CBS News - 1h -
4/9: America Decides
Trump announced 90-day pause on new tariffs except China; Former Ohio Gov. Kasich on Trump and state of Republican partyCBS News - 1h -
Salah staying doesn’t change one key point: Liverpool still need to rebuild | Barney Ronay
On the face of it the Egyptian’s new contract has no downside – but this is not entirely a free ride for Arne Slot and the club. Well, that’s good then. Things fall apart. But sometime they also ...The Guardian - 54m -
Clem Burke, multifaceted drummer of iconic rock group Blondie, has died
Clem Burke, whose versatile drumming propelled the iconic rock group Blondie during its decades of music that spanned from new-wave punk to disco-infused tunes, has diedABC News - 3d -
DOGE’s AI Monitoring of Federal Workers Is Alarming — but Not Illegal
Employee surveillance isn’t new, but after gutting several agencies, Elon Musk’s team is now using AI to monitor communications, which could involve secure data that could leak.Inc. - 2d -
Spyware Maker NSO Group Is Paving a Path Back Into Trump’s America
The Israeli spyware maker, still on the US Commerce Department’s “blacklist,” has hired a new lobbying firm with direct ties to the Trump administration, a WIRED investigation has found.Wired - 2d -
Anthropic just launched a $200 version of Claude AI — here’s what you get for the premium price
Anthropic launches new Claude Max subscription tiers at $100 and $200 monthly, challenging OpenAI's premium offerings while targeting power users who need expanded AI assistant capabilities.VentureBeat - 1d
