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Discontented Germany votes in an election with economy, migration and far-right strength in focus
German voters are choosing their new government in an election dominated by worries about the years-long stagnation of Europe’s biggest economy, pressure to curb migration and growing uncertainty ...ABC News - 14h -
When Germany Votes, It Will Be About the Economy
The country’s competitiveness has stagnated and its once-powerful industries are suffering. Just ask these executives.The New York Times - 3h -
Who's who in German elections and why this vote is important
German voters go to the polls on Sunday in a pivotal vote focused on immigration, security and the economy.BBC News - 1d -
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Immigration and an ailing economy dominate Germany’s election as far right eyes gains
The world’s third largest economy goes to the polls Sunday under the shadow of unusually brusque interventions from the Trump administration in support of the anti-immigration far-right.NBC News - 1d -
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Final push for votes in Germany election as frontrunner vows to lead in Europe
Germany's rival political leaders take their fight for votes right to the last minute before a pivotal election.BBC News - 1d -
Voting begins in high-stakes German election watched closely by Europe and US
Conservative Friedrich Merz is expected to win, but the far-right AfD is set for a strong second place.BBC News - 12h -
Germany’s election will usher in new leadership — but might not turn tides for the country's struggling economy
Friedrich Merz has criticized Olaf Scholz on the economy, but experts question if a government led by the Christian Democratic Union would fare much better.CNBC - 2d -
The Lunar Economy Is Coming
The launch of the Blue Ghost module, scheduled to land on the moon early next month, is a key step in creating an Earth–moon supply chain.Wired - 2d -
Is the Future of the Creator Economy Direct-to-Consumer?
Confusion surrounding the TikTok ban last month has pushed creators to seek more stable ways to earn.Inc. - 2d -
Germany’s watershed election
Domestic and international tensions as well as economic stagnation hang over Sunday’s Bundestag voteFinancial Times - 1d -
The Death of Competition in American Elections
A vast majority of 2024 races for Congress and state legislatures were decided by low-turnout or meaningless primaries. The trend is making politics more polarized and eroding public trust.The New York Times - 9h -
Germany Election 2025: What to Watch For
What Germans decide in national elections that are likely to produce a new chancellor will be of critical importance as Europe re-evaluates relations with the Trump administration.The New York Times - 8h -
Milei wins senate votes despite memecoin scandal
Libertarian secures electoral reform after his most difficult week since becoming Argentina’s presidentFinancial Times - 2d -
It’s Trump’s economy now — and businesses are anxious about tariffs and Washington upheaval
A burst of optimism among companies after Donald Trump won the U.S. presidential election has faded as business leaders grapple with potentially negative policies of the new White House.MarketWatch - 2d -
Consumer sentiment sours as worries grow over outlook for U.S. economy
Confidence dropped 10% from January to the lowest level since late 2023.MarketWatch - 2d -
Treasury yields slip as data raise questions about strength of U.S. economy
U.S. Treasury yields slipped on Friday, with short-dated notes tallying their biggest one-day drop since January after a fresh batch of data raised questions about the strength of the U.S. economy.MarketWatch - 1d -
What have three years of Putin’s war done to both nations’ economies?
As the invasion enters its fourth year, analysts are examining the health of Ukraine and Russia, and who will be the better prospect for investors once the conflict ends. The answers are not as ...The Guardian - 1d -
Wall Street sees major drop amid concerns over slowing economy
Wall Street saw a dramatic drop on Friday with the Dow Jones plunging nearly 750 points, and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling sharply amid fears of a slowing economy and stubborn inflation. CNBC’s ...NBC News - 1d -
In Britain, a Fight Over a Film Studio Becomes a Test for the Economy
The national government has intervened in a local planning squabble, which has become a symbol for how far it will go to use development as a way to revive the British economy.The New York Times - 9h -
German federal election 2025: what’s at stake?
Everything you need to know about the parties, policies and voting in Sunday’s pollsFinancial Times - 2d -
The Latest: Polls open in Germany in crucial general election
German voters are heading to the polls for a national electionABC News - 12h -
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Valadao treads lightly on Medicaid as Obamacare vote haunts him
The California representative publicly pushed Speaker Mike Johnson not to slash the benefit in a letter signed by seven other House Republicans.Politico - 3d -
Trump's pick for FBI director confirmed in 51-49 vote
The Senate on Thursday confirmed Kash Patel's to lead the FBI under President Donald Trump.ABC News - 2d -
Senate adopts budget resolution after marathon overnight vote-a-rama
The Senate on Friday adopted a budget resolution intended to serve as a blueprint to deliver the first part of President Trump’s agenda. Senators voted 52-48 along party lines on the resolution ...The Hill - 2d -
Many who came to Germany as migrants will vote for the first time Sunday
More than half a million newly naturalized citizens will be able to vote in Germany’s national election for the first time this weekendABC News - 2d -
Senate's 'vote-a-rama' and Mexican troops at border: Morning Rundown
Senate adopts a $340 billion budget with Trump's priorities. Entire police department put on leave. Mexico ramps up troops at the border. Best egg substitutes.NBC News - 2d -
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Details on Senate-passed GOP budget plan after "vote-a-rama"
Senate Republicans have passed a budget resolution after pulling an all-nighter through a process known as "vote-a-rama." The passage comes despite President Trump's earlier backing of a competing ...CBS News - 2d -
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Moscow loathed the U.S. for years as its economy paid a high price for war — now, it’s doing a U-turn
Moscow has denigrated the United States' leadership, economy and culture — but now things are changing amid a "revival" of Russia-U.S. relations.CNBC - 3d -
Steve Cohen says tariffs and DOGE's cuts are negative for economy, market correction could be soon
The CEO of hedge fund Point72 turned bearish for the first time in a while due to punitive tariffs, immigration crackdown and federal spending cuts.CNBC - 1d -
How the Trump and DOGE terminations — perhaps the biggest job cuts in history — may affect the economy
The Trump administration’s purge of federal workers may ultimately amount to the biggest job cut in U.S. history, which is likely to have ramifications for the economy, especially at the local ...NBC News - 2h -
McConnell announces he will not seek re-election in Senate floor speech
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., marked his 83rd birthday on the Senate floor as he announced that he will not be seeking re-election to Congress in 2026.NBC News - 3d -
Katya Adler: Far right looks for breakthrough in Germany's election
The AfD party could become the second biggest in the German parliament after elections on Sunday.BBC News - 2d -
German elections: When are they, what’s being decided and how that will impact markets
The election for the 630-seat Bundestag is taking place on Sunday, Feb. 23. It’s happening seven months early after a snap election was agreed.MarketWatch - 2d