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How the EU could help stem the flow of illegal product imports

Also in this newsletter: Is sabotage behind Italy’s recent train disruptions?

Financial Times - 10h

Stripe cuts 300 jobs in product, engineering and operations

Stripe has cut 300 jobs, or about 3.5% of its workforce, CNBC confirmed.

CNBC - 18h

3 of the Most Important Trump Executive Orders on Climate

President Trump’s wave of executive orders yesterday sent an undeniable signal to the world about the United States’ role in fighting climate change.

The New York Times - 23h

Stop These Behaviors Today to Boost Your Company’s Productivity

Inc. 5000 entrepreneurs share the strategies they’ve implemented to streamline their operations and achieve greater success.

Inc. - 2d

Influencers Are Hawking Wellness Products in Response to the LA Fires

Essential oils, detox regimens, parasite cleanses, and raw milk have entered the disaster economy.

Wired - 4d

Garland stresses importance of 'independent Justice Department' in farewell speech

Attorney General Merrick Garland delivered his farewell address to the Department of Justice and emphasized the importance of the department's independence and reflected on his years of service.

NBC News - 5d

Zeldin highlights importance of protecting environment and the economy

Lee Zeldin, President-elect Trump's pick to run the Environmental Protection Agency, focused his opening statement on the importance of protecting the environment, human health and the U.S. economy ...

NBC News - 6d

The Dirty Secret About Productivity

There’s often a nasty surprise waiting for business leaders when they reach ‘peak productivity.’

Inc. - 6d

Why SpaceX’s Starship Test Could Be its Most Important Yet

The world’s biggest rocket just got a bit bigger, and its upcoming launch is meant to support its next-generation Starlink satellites.

Inc. - Jan. 15

5 Simple Productivity Tricks Anyone Can Use

The only morning ritual that matters is the one that makes you productive all day.

Inc. - Jan. 13

LA firestorm stresses importance of having personal disaster plan: Officials

Los Angeles fire officials said the disaster -- caused by multiple wind-whipped fires breaking out simultaneously -- signals that fire season is now a year-round event.

ABC News - Jan. 9

Apple Says It Is Fixing AI Notification Summaries. It Missed the Most Important Part

The company is responding to complaints from the BBC but it’s not clear this solves anything.

Inc. - Jan. 9

DeSean Jackson answers important Eagles question in Delaware St. introductory presser

The former Eagle was introduced as the head coach for Delaware State's football team and made his Super Bowl prediction in Wednesday's press conference.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Experts Name ‘Worst in Show’ Products at CES 2025

Some gadgets debuting at the giant trade show put your data at risk and cause waste, privacy advocates say.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Greenland important for national security: Waltz

Rep. Mike Waltz (R-Fla.), President-elect Trump’s pick for national security adviser, said Wednesday that Greenland is important for national security, leaning into Trump's expressed interest in ...

The Hill - Jan. 9

European imports of liquefied natural gas from Russia at ‘record levels’

Rystad Energy releases data days after Ukraine stopped flows of Russian gas through its pipelines. Europe bought a record amount of liquefied natural gas from Russia last year, data shows, despite ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

How to Create the Most Productive Office Space in 2025

Kick the year off by refreshing your space with products and tools to help you stay organized and on task.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Export-Import Bank launches initiative to counter China's mineral dominance

The federal government is launching an initiative to support foreign minerals projects that exclude China as part of an effort to bolster U.S. supply chains. The Export-Import Bank (EXIM), a ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

House Republican: Gulf of Mexico name less important than Trump's actions

Rep. Austin Scott (R-Ga.) said President-elect Trump’s musing about changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America is less important than his actions in the region, particularly ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

Avoid Doing This When Launching a New Product

Don’t let excitement cloud your judgment, and nine other worst practices to avoid.

Inc. - Jan. 8

These 4 Factors Are Driving Up Worker Productivity

U.S. businesses are benefitting from hybrid work, fewer meetings, better AI use, and more startups, increasing total output and offsetting post-pandemic wage increases.

Inc. - Jan. 8

5 important credit card debt relief moves to make this January

Certain moves may help you break free from credit card debt, experts say. Here are five to explore this month.

CBS News - Jan. 8

How to use AI to be more productive and successful at work

Smarter by CNBC Make It's online course will help you understand new AI tools and how you can use them to save time at work, in your business, and in life.

CNBC - Jan. 7

Thailand bans imports of plastic waste to curb toxic pollution

Campaigners welcome move but say success depends on enforcement and global agreement on a treaty. Thailand has banned plastic waste imports over concerns about toxic pollution, as experts warn that ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

This Is the Only Cure for Toxic Productivity, According to a Psychotherapist

Are you always productive but never fulfilled? That’s called toxic productivity, and psychology offers a cure.

Inc. - Jan. 7

Trump reportedly considering important alteration to tariff plans

President-elect Donald Trump is considering a plan that still would apply tariffs to all nations but narrow the impact.

CNBC - Jan. 6

Lucid reports record quarterly vehicle deliveries, meets production target

Lucid Group on Monday reported record quarterly vehicle deliveries for the fourth quarter and confirmed production of more than 9,000 vehicles in 2024.

CNBC - Jan. 6

Why this week's 'Team Cup' is important for Europe's Ryder Cup hopes

This geographically misplaced match, with the most anodyne of names, has a value that might help nudge Europe to a rare away win over the US next September, writes Iain Carter.

BBC News - Jan. 6

ArcelorMittal's South Africa Business to Wind Down Long-Steel Production

Around 3,500 jobs will be affected after weak economic conditions, high costs and Chinese steel imports weighed on the company.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 6

Is it true that … breakfast is the most important meal of the day?

Fans of the full English will be horrified by the trend for fasting, but does this argument hold sway with our expert?. “People get very passionate about breakfast, and whether they eat it or not,” ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

The Art and Importance of Scanning in Soccer

Lionel Messi does it at children’s birthday parties and Xavi was a master of it. But what is it?

The New York Times - Jan. 5

5 Productivity Skills You Need to Learn in 2025

Power up your productivity levels by going back to basics. Honing these five soft skills can help you improve your workflow in the new year.

Inc. - Jan. 4

Will ‘pet tech’ products appeal as cost of animal ownership soars?

Accessories include doggy sunglasses and feline ‘Fitbits’ — but there’s a contradiction at the heart of the petcare boom

Financial Times - Jan. 4

It's Called a Premortem---and It's the Most Productive Thing You'll Do All Year

Forget about making a New Year’s resolution. Have you tried imagining your deathbed?

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3

Save 50% off popular skin care products at Sephora right now

From now until Jan. 17, Sephora is hosting its Top Skincare Brands Sale. Each day, you can save 50% off select skin care products from popular brands, including Kiehl’s and Sunday Riley.

NBC News - Jan. 3