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Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as intelligence head despite fears of pro-Russia stance
Senate approves nomination of former Democrat as Mitch McConnell is sole Republican to vote against Trump pick. Tracking Trump cabinet confirmations – so far Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic ...The Guardian - 6d -
Santorini fears for summer tourist season as earthquakes hit island
The Greek island's most important industry will bounce back, but staffing is a worry say hoteliersBBC News - 6d -
Why Europe fears a Trump-Putin peace deal in Ukraine
Also in this newsletter: Austria won’t have a far-right government — for nowFinancial Times - 5d -
‘There is fear of what lies ahead’: Germans divided as snap election looms
Voters share which party they are backing on key issues from immigration to economic stagnation amid a fractured political landscape. “I live in Germany’s oldest city, founded by the Romans over ...The Guardian - 5d -
Producer prices report points to softer Fed inflation measure than feared
The producer price index was expected to increase 0.3% in January, according to the Dow Jones consensus forecast.CNBC - 5d -
Trump wants peace. Ukrainians fear what that might look like
Trump and Putin want to make a deal. But Ukrainians question how life after a ceasefire will work.BBC News - 4d -
Ukrainians Fear Peace May Strand Them Forever From Lost Homes
Bitterness has greeted suggestions that occupied territory will have to be ceded to Russia: “It’s like ripping off a man’s arm or leg and then saying, ‘Let it be as it is.’”The New York Times - 4d -
High Above Chernobyl, Workers Grapple With Ice, Fire and Nuclear Fears
After an apparent drone strike blew a hole in the protective shell, there is an urgent need to patch what covers the wreckage of the world’s worst nuclear accident.The New York Times - 3d -
‘We live in constant fear’: Alawites in Syria’s Homs terrified of reprisals
Diverse city has grown tense since fall of Assad regime, as security forces target groups loyal to the former dictator. Outside the deserted Homs political security directorate building, a group of ...The Guardian - 2d -
MLK’s family fear new batch of assassination files will have FBI ‘smears’
Family of Martin Luther King Jr says Trump mandate could revive J Edgar Hoover’s efforts to discredit revered activist. The family of Martin Luther King Jr has expressed concern over Donald ...The Guardian - 2d -
Venting at Democrats and Fearing Trump, Liberal Donors Pull Back Cash
Demoralized donors are frustrated with Democrats’ failings and worried about retribution from the president. Their frugality has left liberal groups struggling to fight the new administration.The New York Times - 2d -
German manufacturing job losses deepen fears over industrial decline
Voters prepare to go to polls this weekend as political parties seek remedies for economic heartland’s woesFinancial Times - 20h -
US-Russia talks spark European fears of Ukraine settlement on Putin’s terms
Trump’s concessions to Moscow have alarmed European and Ukrainian officialsFinancial Times - 12h -
Anduril in talks to raise money at $28 billion valuation as defense-tech booms
Anduril has signed a term sheet to raise up to $2.5 billion at a valuation of $28 billion, according to sources close to the company.CNBC - Feb. 7 -
GOP gains in voter registration raise red flags for Democrats
Republican gains in voter registration are raising red flags for Democrats in key states, underscoring the inroads the GOP made across the country in 2024. Active registered Republicans now ...The Hill - Feb. 8 -
New Zealand raises ‘concern’ as Cook Islands prepares to sign China deal
Deputy PM says New Zealand hasn’t been adequately consulted on an agreement the Cook Islands leader is expected to sign in Beijing this week. A diplomatic row has erupted between two tight-knit ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Former Treasury employee says DOGE access raises "real security questions"
Elon Musk's access to the Treasury's payment system is raising concerns about federal funding and personal data. Major Garrett speaks to a former Treasury employee about the role of the agency and ...CBS News - Feb. 10 -
Israeli Hostages’ Accounts of Abuse Raise Alarms for Remaining Captives
Freed hostages have told of starvation, and relatives of others held in Gaza say officials have relayed accounts of torture.The New York Times - Feb. 11 -
Waterlily Raises $7 Million to Help Aging Americans Plan for Care
Most Americans are unprepared to cover long-term care. This startup’s AI model could change that.Inc. - Feb. 11 -
Phynd raises $10M for subscription-free smart TV cloud gaming platform
Phynd raised $10 million for its subscription-free smart TV cloud gaming platform. It comes from a man with an interesting pedigree.VentureBeat - Feb. 11 -
Chinese cranes at U.S. ports raise national security concerns
Ship-to-shore cranes are essential to operations at U.S. ports, so a congressional investigation into their connection to a Chinese-owned company is sparking serious security concerns. Carter Evans ...CBS News - Feb. 11 -
Chinese cranes at U.S. ports raise homeland security concerns
A yearlong congressional investigation found that automated cranes built by ZPMC for U.S. ports could potentially be monitored by the Chinese government.CBS News - Feb. 11 -
Reeves faces cutting spending or raising taxes as UK growth disappoints
Chancellor’s fiscal headroom has been wiped out, according to preliminary forecasts by watchdogFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
Questions raised over Lord Mandelson’s work with Chinese ‘influence operation’
New ambassador to US and his consultancy firm under spotlight over links to agency said to have aim of co-opting western businesspeople. Peter Mandelson’s face appeared at the top of the screen. ...The Guardian - 6d -
Trump Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum May Raise U.S. Manufacturing Costs
Duties of 25 percent on steel and aluminum will flow through to car buyers, beer drinkers, home builders, oil drillers and other users of metal goods.The New York Times - 5d -
Sen. McConnell's health concerns raise questions over ability to serve
The recent concerns over the health of Republican Senator Mitch McConnell are reigniting debate about when it's time for lawmakers to step aside. NBC News' Ryan Nobles has more on the concerns.NBC News - 5d -
Japan's Sony raises forecast on solid results in its game business
Japanese electronics and entertainment company Sony is reporting a 3% gain in October-December profit, and raised its full-year forecastABC News - 5d -
Milton Williams looking for a raise, "right situation" in free agency
Eagles edge rusher Josh Sweat stressed the need to find the right situation for himself as he heads toward free agency and another one of the team's defensive stars from Super Bowl LIX has a ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Trump’s Funding Freeze Raises a New Question: Is the Government’s Word Good?
Companies that get federal grants or loans usually sign a legally binding agreement and depend on getting reimbursed. The new administration has upended that expectation.The New York Times - 4d -
House Republican: 'I can't guarantee' Trump tariffs won't raise prices
Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) said Thursday that he can't guarantee President Trump's proposed tariffs won’t drive up prices for consumers but commended Trump for trying something new to boost the ...The Hill - 4d -
No concerns raised with me about my expenses, says Reeves
The BBC found the chancellor was the subject of an expenses investigation while she worked at a bank.BBC News - 4d -
‘Time is running out’: frailty of freed hostages raises pressure on Netanyahu
Relatives and supporters anxious for return of remaining hostages urge Israeli PM to maintain ceasefire deal. Still frail less than a week after his release from Hamas captivity, and processing the ...The Guardian - 4d -
Rachel Reeves leaves door open to raising UK taxes next month
Poor economic data and flatlining growth are threatening to erode the chancellor’s £9.9bn margin of errorFinancial Times - 4d -
What Is Going on With the FDIC? Trump and DOGE Raise Questions for Depositors
Here’s what’s reportedly being considered for the agency and how it could affect bank accounts.Inc. - 4d -
Musk’s takeover of US health agencies raises pandemic threat, experts warn
Doge wreaks havoc on HHS and CDC as Trump seeks to grant committee sweeping governmental powers. The so-called “department of government efficiency”, the Donald Trump -created program known as ...The Guardian - 3d -
Musk's DOGE is at the IRS, raising concerns about taxpayer data security
Some Democratic lawmakers are raising concerns about the security of taxpayer data as Musk's cost-cutting task force moves to the IRS.CBS News - 1d -
DOGE presence at IRS raising concerns about taxpayer data security
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, DOGE, is now requesting access to the tax records of millions of Americans, sparking concerns about the safety of taxpayer information, including ...CBS News - 10h -
Why Deporting Millions of Immigrants Would Shock the U.S. Economy and Raise Prices
The Trump administration is seeking $175 billion for mass deportations, which would be costly for American citizens and businesses.Inc. - 8h -
Paperplane Therapeutics raises $1.5M to treat anxiety and pain with medical VR
Paperplane Therapeutics has raised $1.5 million to treat patients for pain and anxiety using virtual reality.VentureBeat - 10h
