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Why family-friendly policies don’t boost birth rates
Direct financial incentives are defeated by much stronger social trendsFinancial Times - Business -
Successful school building bids drop to record low
The government has approved the lowest number of school building work requests since its model began.BBC News - Top stories -
China's Xi meets American CEOs in bid to boost confidence in ailing economy
China's President Xi Jinping met with top U.S. executives in Beijing as his government tries to reassure foreign businesses about the economy.NBC News - Top stories - China -
Iran’s currency hits a record low
Iran’s currency fell to 613,500 to the dollar as it celebrates Persian New Year.ABC News - World - Iran -
Free Blockbuster Libraries Offer an Alternative to Streaming
The neighborhood lending libraries have popped up around North America, offering a nostalgic return to DVDs.The New York Times - Business -
Vista Outdoor’s stock rises on boosted $3 billion acquisition offer
MNC ups its take-private price to $37.50 a share from $35 a share.MarketWatch - Business -
Cervical cancer rates are climbing among low-income women. Here's why.
Story at a glance Cervical cancer rates, long on the decline, are climbing among low-income women in the United States. Cervical cancer was once the leading cause of death for American women, according to the American Cancer Society. But ...The Hill - Politics -
Yen Hits 34-Year Low as Hopes for BOJ Rate Increases Fade
The yen was partly undermined by comments from a Bank of Japan board member that the central bank would cautiously unwind its easy monetary policy.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Why Biden, Macron and More Leaders Have Low Approval Ratings
Why Biden isn’t alone with his low approval ratings.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
The Papers: 'China hack attack' and 'UK nuclear defence boost'
Monday's papers cover the UK government response to a cyber attack and the latest Royal Family news.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
IMF head says China at ‘fork in the road’ on reforms to boost demand
Kristalina Georgieva’s remarks at Beijing conference come as China export glut tensions riseFinancial Times - Business - China -
China’s ecommerce groups make inroads in South Korea with lure of low prices
AliExpress and Temu are undercutting domestic competition and US rivals in world’s fourth-largest online shopping marketFinancial Times - Business - China -
Lowe’s credit card now has a 31.99% interest rate. Customers call it ‘loan sharking.’
“These interest charges could be astronomical on a big purchase,” says one credit-card expert.MarketWatch - Business -
Yes, Even Beyoncé Has Self-Doubt: Her New Album 'Cowboy Carter' Offers a Master Class in Boosting Your Self-Confidence
Top psychologists endorse the simple self-talk strategy Beyonc says she uses to boost her confidence and ignore the haters.Inc. - Business -
DS Smith shares surge as International Paper’s takeover offer threatens to spark bidding war
International Paper has offered to buy DS Smith for £5.72 billion after Mondi submitted a bid to buy the firm for £5.12 billion earlier in MarchMarketWatch - Business -
American prodigy Ilia Malinin lands 6 quads in record-breaking free skate to 'Succession' theme
Ilia Malinin landed six quads and put up the highest score in the history of the competition.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Reddit investors shrug off hold rating, bid up stock another 9% as post-IPO rally continues
Reddit's post-IPO rally continues, despite the company receiving a hold rating from a prominent analyst.CNBC - Business -
Debunking misinformation about birth control
As the Supreme Court weighs access to the abortion pill, some doctors are sounding the alarm about a troubling trend of online misinformation involving birth control. Lauren Weber, health and science accountability reporter for The Washington ...CBS News - Top stories -
'The Twentysomething Treatment' Review: Launching a Life
How to overcome the uncertainty that often plagues the first years of adult life? The answer, one therapist suggests, is right outside the front door.The Wall Street Journal - World -
“The White Feather” Looks at the Birth and Death of Ballet in Iran
A new work, “The White Feather” is inspired by the history of the Iranian National Ballet, which went dark during the Islamic Revolution and was never revived.The New York Times - Top stories - Iran -
Longtime Chiefs cheerleader dies after giving birth
Krystal Anderson, a former Chiefs cheerleader who was passionate about women's health died after giving birth earlier this month.CBS News - Top stories -
How 2 Families Faced a Catastrophic Birth Defect
Cases of trisomy 18 may rise as many states restrict abortion. But some women choose to have the babies, love them tenderly and care for them devotedly.The New York Times - Health -
FAA boosting oversight of United Airlines
Federal regulators are considering placing temporary restrictions on United Airlines after a wave of concerning incidents last month, CBS News has learned. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave is in Phoenix with more ...CBS News - Top stories - Travel -
What is the preventive cancer treatment Princess Catherine is receiving?
Chemotherapy can target microscopic cells to prevent the disease from spreadingFinancial Times - Business -
Border Force response to Hamas attack victims probed
The Home Office is examining claims UK Border Force officers "aggressively questioned" two Israeli men.BBC News - Top stories -
Steve Martin gets the documentary film treatment
The comedian known for being wild and crazy is now the subject of a documentary on Apple TV+, titled "STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces." Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with Steve Martin, and with filmmaker and longtime fan Morgan ...CBS News - Entertainment -
More Chinese Companies to Be Added to U.S. Import Ban List
A list of companies banned over forced labor concerns is expected to grow in the next few months, says Laura Murphy, a Homeland Security adviser.The Wall Street Journal - World -
NBC Drops Former RNC Chief Ronna McDaniel Amid Backlash
Hiring of former Republican National Committee Chairwoman sparked an unprecedented on-air backlash from anchors and commentators.The Wall Street Journal - World -
KuCoin and Its Founders Face Criminal Charges Over Money-Laundering Violations
U.S. prosecutors have filed criminal charges against KuCoin and two of its founders, accusing the global cryptocurrency exchange of violating U.S. anti-money-laundering laws.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Baltimore Bridge Crash Investigators to Examine Whether Dirty Fuel Played Role in Accident
The probe is just starting, but contaminated fuel can create problems with a ship’s main power generators.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The New Hotel Essential: Easy Take-Out Food
There have never been more options for meal delivery to your room—or other parts of the hotel.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Australia's February Inflation Comes in Lower Than Expected
Australia’s monthly inflation indicator came in below expectations in February, signaling that price pressures would likely continue to retreat over coming months.The Wall Street Journal - World - Australia -
BOJ Board Member Tamura Pledges to Cautiously Unwind Easing
The Bank of Japan will cautiously unwind its monetary policy easing, board member Naoki Tamura said, with a virtuous cycle of wages and prices expected to continue.The Wall Street Journal - World -
China Industrial Profits Return to Growth
China’s industrial profits returned to growth at the start of the year, adding to signs that the world’s second-largest economy is on stronger footing.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Long-Term JGBs Edge Lower Amid Worries Over BOJ Rate-Hike Pace
Long-term JGBs edged lower in the Tokyo session, weighed by concerns over the BOJ’s rate-hike pace after last week’s policy normalization.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Over-the-counter birth control pill now available to Wisconsin Medicaid patients
Medicaid recipients in Wisconsin are getting access to the first over-the-counter birth control pillABC News - Health -
First over-the-counter birth control pill hits store shelves
Opill, the first birth control pill approved for people to buy without a prescription, is now on shelves at some Walgreens stores. It's expected at CVS and Walmart in early April.NBC News - Top stories -
'Ozempic babies': Some users getting pregnant despite birth control
Some Ozempic patients say they've gotten pregnant while using the injectable drug, despite being on birth control or dealing with infertility for years.The Hill - Politics -
RFK Jr. seeks major boost with VP announcement
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s impending announcement of his running mate is threatening to roil the 2024 presidential race, with allies and observers saying it could give him a cash influx as well as a major boost of momentum as he looks to get on more ...The Hill - Politics -
Financial services counting on AI for a productivity boost
AI set to take on customer help, pricing and transaction monitoring — leaving some workers to find alternative rolesFinancial Times - World