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Trump’s Tariff Threat for Drug imports Poses Big Political Risks
Levies on Americans’ daily prescriptions and other medicines could raise costs, spur rationing and lead to shortages of critical drugs.The New York Times - 8h -
The Digestible Politics of the Message Tee
Some elected officials and those in power are making use of a classic bit of fashion to deliver big ideas.The New York Times - 3d -
Australian political leaders launch election campaigns focused on first-time homeowners
Australia’s rival political leaders offered competing policies to help Australians buy a home ahead of the nation’s first federal election in which younger voters will outnumber the long-dominant ...ABC News - 2d -
‘Electoral wake-up call’: dozens of Labour MPs risk losing majorities over welfare cuts
New data shows cabinet ministers among MPs at risk as campaign to pressure government over proposed benefit cuts to step up. At least 80 Labour MPs are at risk of losing their majorities over ...The Guardian - 1d -
How to Say ‘That’s Not OK’ at Work
Is there a response that politely conveys this was a problem?Inc. - 12h -
‘The sky won’t fall’: China plays down Trump tariff risks as stock markets rally
Chinese customs official says trade has diversified away from US in recent years and plays up its ‘vast domestic market’. Business live – latest updates China has played down the risk of ...The Guardian - 1d -
How the Crypto Industry’s Political Spending Is Paying Off
Federal lawmakers who benefited from crypto largess in the 2024 election are speedily advancing the industry’s agenda.The New York Times - 3d -
Cabot Butter Is Recalled Over Fecal Contamination Risk
The company said it was voluntarily recalling 189 cases of its eight-ounce, sea-salted Extra Creamy Premium Butter after it found elevated levels of coliform bacteria.The New York Times - 5d -
Witchcraft accusations putting hundred at risk of attacks, death
Belief in witchcraft remains common in many rural communities along the west African coast, including Ghana.CBS News - 1d -
Wall Street isn’t pricing in recession risk
There can be a large lag between the economy weakening and confirmation of an R-word event catching upFinancial Times - 8h -
The identity politics of many Muslims, and critics of Islam, are deeply corrosive | Kenan Malik
Condemning them as ‘sectarian’ is only adding to the clamour that they have no place in the west. A poll suggests that most British Muslims identify more with their faith than with their nation . ...The Guardian - 2d -
As Ukraine’s Politics Heat Back Up, a Former President Sees an Opening
Petro O. Poroshenko, who led the country before Volodymyr Zelensky, said that peace talks could be smoothed if opposition figures were included in the government.The New York Times - 2d -
The 2026 Senate map starts to come into focus: From the Politics Desk
The next battle for the Senate majority has come into clearer focus in recent weeks, with candidates in both parties making their intentions known in high-profile races across the map.NBC News - 1d -
Tech Leaders Embraced Trump. It’s Causing Rifts in Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley’s political allegiances are increasingly divided.Inc. - 1d -
Why Tariff-Fueled Inflation Fears Could Be Overblown
There’s a greater risk than rising prices from a trade war.Inc. - 11h -
Growth in oil demand expected to slow sharply as a result of US tariffs
International Energy Agency says situation is ‘fluid and substantial risks remain’Financial Times - 9h -
The Age-Old Question: Do You Risk a Great Friendship For a Shot at Love?
Jacqueline Spata and Cameron Paton, former co-workers, eventually settled on an answer.The New York Times - 4d -
10 million at risk of fire weather across the Plains, West and South
Around 10 million people remain under fire alerts in an area stretching from South Dakota down to Texas and Arizona on Sunday afternoon.NBC News - 2d -
UK lenders fret over risk-transfer market after BoE warning
Officials zeroing in on $1.1tn SRT market between banks and private capital investorsFinancial Times - 1d -
China’s Halt of Critical Minerals Poses Risk for U.S. Military Programs
The Pentagon and defense contractors are heavily reliant on magnets and rare earth minerals mined or processed in China, which has suspended exports of the materials in an escalating trade war.The New York Times - 1d -
France risks ‘irreversible’ harm from overspending, PM warns
François Bayrou urges clean-up of public finances but faces a vote of no confidence if opposition object to budget cutsFinancial Times - 10h -
Cash may feel safe when stocks slide, but it has risks
Investors who shift away from stocks for perceived safe havens like cash are likely sacrificing their well-being decades from now.CNBC - 5h -
Florida GOP tries to crack down after Ron DeSantis' state staff helped raise political cash
A Republican proposal in the Florida state House would bar state employees from conducting most traditional campaign-type activities during working hours.NBC News - 22h -
Idaho Court Expands Abortion Ban Medical Exceptions
In situations where a mother faces risk of death, the decision allows for abortions even when death isn’t imminent.The New York Times - 3d -
Three million child deaths linked to drug resistance, study shows
Children in Africa and South East Asia are most at risk from antibiotics medicines no longer working, a study suggests.BBC News - 2d -
Army experts called in over Birmingham bin strike
The government says office-based military experts will help because of the "public health risk".BBC News - 1d -
Real Madrid risk missing out as Arsenal and Liverpool accelerate talks for €30m-rated star
According to Real Madrid Confidencial, two Premier League giants—Arsenal and Liverpool—have stepped into the race to sign Ajax sensation Jorrel Hato, creating serious complications for Real Madrid...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump’s Tariff War Has Added Risk to U.S. Bonds, Long the Surest Bet in Global Finance
Shocked by Trump’s trade war, foreign investors are selling U.S. government bonds, long the world’s safe haven.The New York Times - 2d -
Older People Seeking Care for Cannabis Use at Greater Risk for Dementia, Study Finds
Users needing emergency care or hospitalization were more likely to later develop dementia, researchers reported. That does not prove cannabis was the cause.The New York Times - 1d -
Chris Mason: British Steel law rushed through Parliament but it is just a stop gap
For all of Saturday's drama, the government's intervention so far is just a stop gap, writes our political editor.BBC News - 2d -
Bangladesh issues arrest warrant for British MP Tulip Siddiq
Lawyers acting for the ex-minister denied the charges, which they said were "politically motivated".BBC News - 2d -
Don Mischer, Emmy-winning director and live-TV virtuoso, dies at 85
From Super Bowl to political convention, Don Mischer mastered awe. The renowned director has died at 85.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Marine Le Pen’s ‘Witch Hunt’ Talk Echoes Trump. Will It Work in France?
After years trying to moderate her party’s image, the far-right leader, convicted of embezzlement, now voices Trump-like outrage, at some risk.The New York Times - 4d -
Why Iran’s Supreme Leader Came Around to Nuclear Talks With Trump
Top Iranian officials pressed the country’s leader to reverse his position, arguing that the risk of war with the United States and the worsening economic crisis could topple the regime.The New York Times - 4d -
US Tariffs Could Make Smartphones Dumber
Donald Trump’s tariffs are likely to make tech manufacturers more risk averse—which could stymie innovation in favor of keeping costs down.Wired - 4d -
Modern Workplace: Disability
Progress on disability employment is at risk under Trump policies; accessible transport is a route to more pay and out of worklessness; Rosie Jones on the curse of ableism and discrimination; how ...Financial Times - 1d -
CyberAv3ngers: The Iranian Saboteurs Hacking Water and Gas Systems Worldwide
Despite their hacktivist front, CyberAv3ngers is a rare state-sponsored hacker group bent on putting industrial infrastructure at risk—and has already caused global disruption.Wired - 1d -
Brazil's former President Bolsonaro hospitalized with abdominal pain
The political party of Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro says the conservative leader has been hospitalized with abdominal pain while traveling in northeastern BrazilABC News - 4d -
Polls open in Gabon's first presidential election since the 2023 military coup
Voters in Gabon headed to polling stations in the first presidential election since a 2023 military coup ended a political dynasty that lasted over 50 yearsABC News - 3d
