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Experts say EPA's rollback of regulations could affect Americans' health
This week the EPA announced the rollback of a wide swath of regulations, many of which could worsen air quality. Experts say that could have implications for health.CBS News - 2d -
This retirement account is an ‘IOU to the IRS’ — but here’s when it makes sense, expert says
Your pre-tax IRA is subject to future income taxes, depending on your bracket. But it could offer planning opportunities, experts say.CNBC - 2d -
Hamas says it will only release American-Israeli hostage if truce agreement is implemented
Hamas says it will only release an American-Israeli and the bodies of four other hostages if Israel implements the existing ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, calling it an “exceptional deal” ...ABC News - 1d -
Treasury Sec. Bessent says strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen are ‘not a one-off’
During an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent says the airstrikes on the Houthi-held areas in Yemen that President Trump ordered are “the beginning” and not a ...NBC News - 17h -
Sell the Sizzle, Not the Fake. Impossible Foods CEO Peter McGuinness Says the Plant-Based Meat Industry Needs to Market Taste Over Virtue, or Science
‘We’ve done a lousy job’ of bringing people to the table, he says.Inc. - 4d -
Inflation cools slightly in Trump's first month
Consumer prices rose slightly during President Trump's first full month in office, according to data released Wednesday by the Labor Department. The consumer price index (CPI) rose 0.2 percent in ...The Hill - 4d -
Stephen A. Smith says LeBron James confronted him as 'a daddy' — not star player — over Bronny comments
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith says LeBron James confronted him at Thursday's Lakers game over slighting Bronny, with the NBA star 'making sure I mind what I say about his son.'Los Angeles Times - Mar. 7 -
Trump’s environmental rule-shredding will put lives at risk, ex-EPA heads say
Former agency leaders, including two Republicans, say rollbacks by Lee Zeldin could cause ‘severe harms’. Three former Environmental Protection Agency leaders sounded an alarm on Friday, saying ...The Guardian - 2d -
Iranian singer who urged women to go without hijab is lashed over alcohol conviction
Iranian officials have flogged a popular singer who posted a song online urging women to remove their mandatory headscarves over a conviction for possessing and consuming alcoholABC News - Mar. 7 -
Uncertain Shoppers Slow Spending as Retailers Temper 2025 Expectations
The Conference Board said consumer confidence took its biggest one-month slide in four years, forcing many national chains to lower earnings guidance.Inc. - Mar. 7 -
Buying a Home? Without the CFPB, You Need to Be Your Own Watchdog.
The C.F.P.B. had kept a close eye on mortgage lenders. But with the bureau hobbled, consumers should take several steps, starting with shopping for the best mortgage rates.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
Trump Organization Sues Capital One for Closing Its Accounts
President Trump’s family business accused the bank of violating consumer protection laws by closing its accounts in the aftermath of the Jan. 6 attack.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
It's 'shoot first and ask questions later' as DOGE tries to dismantle CFPB: Official
At a court hearing Monday, CFPB’s COO Adam Martinez gave a sworn account of the chaos that has consumed the federal agency meant to stop unfair corporate practices.ABC News - 5d -
Hungary's leader orders price controls on basic foods as inflation spikes
Hungary’s government is limiting the profit margin for grocers on a number of basic food items in response to growing inflation hitting consumers in the Central European countryABC News - 5d -
Why a ‘good’ CPI report on Wednesday may not be enough to turn stock-market carnage around
Wednesday’s consumer-price index report is now in sharp focus with investors hoping more clarity on stagflation concerns could help stem the stock-market selloff.MarketWatch - 4d -
Treasury yields end higher for second day after CPI inflation data comes in cooler than expected
Bond yields closed with back-to-back gains Wednesday after the consumer-price index report for February came in cooler than Wall Street expected.MarketWatch - 4d -
Here’s the inflation breakdown for February 2025 — in one chart
The consumer price index rose 2.8% in February from 12 months earlier. Inflation decelerated but economists fear tariffs will stall progress.CNBC - 4d -
Egg prices are rapidly falling so far in March
Egg prices have become a key pressure point for consumers that are facing the simultaneous headwind of sticky inflation and President Donald Trump's tariffs.CNBC - 3d -
This American winemaker doesn’t like Trump’s tariffs — but its stock is climbing
Willamette Valley Vineyards founder Jim Bernau said uncertainty caused by Trump’s tariffs is making consumers spend less and has destabilized the U.S. wine industry.MarketWatch - 3d -
China's ‘Netflix' iQiyi is set to open a theme park with virtual reality based on its own shows
Chinese videostreaming platform iQiyi plans to open its first theme park this year — the latest company to bet that local consumers will spend on experiences.CNBC - 3d -
Treasury yields rise as expectations for more inflation increase
U.S. Treasury yields rose on Friday as investors awaited consumer sentiment data and were relieved after tame inflation data this week.CNBC - 2d -
Democrats need ‘new voices’ in fight against Trump, says Sen. Slotkin
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), who delivered the Democratic response to President Trump’s joint address, says Democrats are still “finding our ...NBC News - Mar. 9 -
More NOAA cuts, 1,000 layoffs expected, sources say
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) employees are expecting more layoffs at the agency, sources say. This comes after drastic cuts as part of President Trump's measures to shrink ...CBS News - 6d -
Los Angeles County DA says he opposes Menendez brothers' resentencing
The Los Angeles County district attorney says he will not support the resentencing of the Menendez brothers for the 1989 murders of their parents. District Attorney Nathan Hochman told reporters he ...CBS News - 6d -
Dalai Lama says his successor to be born outside China
The Dalai Lama’s successor will be born outside China, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism says in a new book, raising the stakes in a dispute with Beijing over control of the Himalayan region ...NBC News - 6d -
Dalai Lama says his successor will be born outside China in the ‘free world’
New book by spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism will raise the stakes in a dispute with Beijing over control of Tibet. The Dalai Lama’s successor will be born outside China, the spiritual leader ...The Guardian - 6d -
‘Economic self-harm’: Australia says it won’t impose reciprocal tariffs on U.S.
Australia said it will not impose reciprocal tariffs on the U.S. after President Trump ruled out exemptions or exceptions for all countries on steel and aluminum tariffs, saying it would only ...NBC News - 4d -
More say Zelensky was not disrespectful to Trump in Oval Office: Survey
More Americans than not say Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wasn’t disrespectful to President Trump during their contentious Oval Office meeting late last month, according to a poll. The ...The Hill - 4d -
Houthi rebels in Yemen say they're resuming attacks on Israeli ships
Yemen's Houthi rebels say they will resume attacks on Israeli ships in response to Israel's blockage of aid to Gaza. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more on that and the future of ...CBS News - 4d -
Defiant Democrats say they won’t support GOP funding bill
Senate Democrats say they will not back a government funding bill written by Republicans as a Friday deadline looms, instead pushing for both parties to pass an extension. NBC’s Garrett Haake ...NBC News - 3d -
Interior, Energy must rehire fired workers, judge says
Click for more from The Hill. {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Interior, Energy must rehire fired workers, judge says The Trump administration must reinstate ...The Hill - 3d -
Hamas says it will free U.S.-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander
Hamas says it has agreed to release living American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander as well as the bodies of four other deceased hostages. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more.CBS News - 2d -
Thomas Tuchel says he will not sing national anthem until he’s earned it
‘I feel that it is not just a given,’ says manager German attended 25 matches featuring England players Thomas Tuchel will not sing the national anthem before his opening matches in charge of ...The Guardian - 2d -
An airstrike in Myanmar kills nearly 30 people, an opposition group says
An opposition group in military-ruled Myanmar says an airstrike on a central village under the control of a pro-democracy resistance group has killed at least 27 civilians and injured 30 othersABC News - 1d -
Life of British man, 79, imprisoned by Taliban is in serious danger, say family
Peter Reynolds, who runs a business in Afghanistan, was held along with his wife last month and needs heart pills, says his daughter. The life of a 79-year-old British man imprisoned along with his ...The Guardian - 13h -
Trump and Putin expected to speak this week about ceasefire terms, envoy says
Steve Witkoff says US discussions with Russian president ‘positive’ and ‘solution-based’ and leaders likely to speak. Donald Trump ’s envoy Steve Witkoff said on Sunday that he expected the US ...The Guardian - 14h -
Hearts feeling 'more confident' after County win, says goalkeeper Gordon
Craig Gordon says Hearts put "added pressure" on Saturday's victory over Ross County. Neil Critchley's side moved into the top six with a 2-0 win over Don Cowie's men and with results elsewhere, ...Yahoo Sports - 11h -
Trump says he and Putin will discuss land and powerplants in Ukraine ceasefire talks
Trump says negotiators have already discussed ‘dividing up certain assets’ and that he will talk to Putin on Tuesday. US President Donald Trump said he plans to discuss ending the war in Ukraine ...The Guardian - 1h -
Russia bombards Ukraine energy grid after Zelenskyy says team will hold talks with US
Officials say Russia targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in a large-scale missile and drone bombardment during the nightABC News - Mar. 7 -
South Africa says Zelenskyy will visit in April as part of its ongoing talks with Ukraine and Russia
South Africa says Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit in April for talks on finding “a path to peace” with RussiaABC News - Mar. 7