Robert Kennedy vows to keep vaccine suit share if confirmed as US health chief

R.F.K. Jr. Would Keep Stake in HPV Vaccine Suit if Confirmed

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump’s nominee to be health secretary, would have oversight power over the vaccine’s maker, Merck, if confirmed.

The New York Times - 2h

The US Has Bird Flu Vaccines. Here’s Why You Can’t Get One

H5N1 vaccines have been previously licensed, and millions are in the national stockpile. But even with the news of the country’s first human death due to bird flu, vaccination isn’t yet recommended.

Wired - 7h

Stefanik vows to keep the U.S. engaged at U.N. to counter China

Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) assured skeptical Senate Democrats during her confirmation hearing as President Trump's pick for U.N. ambassador that she is committed to engaging in the United ...

The Hill - 1d

There’s little to keep the stock market down as retiring boomers share their wealth

Market strategist Ed Yardeni: Expect the S&P 500 to hit 7,000 this year and 8,000 in 2026

MarketWatch - 1d

US share of global foreign direct investment surges to record

‘Exceptionalism’ of world’s biggest economy expected to continue as strong domestic demand drives inward flows

Financial Times - 1d

Trump, first lady share first dance at Commander in Chief ball

President Trump and first lady Melania Trump shared a first dance during the Commander in Chief Ball in honor of Trump's inauguration. They were later joined by Vice President Vance and second lady ...

NBC News - 1d

Trump signs order to withdraw US from World Health Organization

President signs raft of executive orders to unpick Biden agenda and cut federal bureaucracy

Financial Times - 2d

Ratcliffe moves closer to CIA chief confirmation

John Ratcliffe took a step closer to being confirmed to lead the CIA on Monday as the Senate Intelligence Committee advanced his nomination. The panel advanced his nomination 14 to 3 shortly after ...

The Hill - 2d

Acting FBI chief unexpectedly retires as Trump's pick awaits confirmation

Paul Abbate made the unexpected announcement in an email to senior officials Monday ahead of President Trump's inauguration.

CBS News - 2d

Friend keeps Raleigh Holocaust survivor’s legacy alive; will share story at Durham Library next week

Yahoo News - 2d

TikTok begins restoring US service after Trump vows to delay ban

Chinese-owned video app thanks incoming president for ‘clarity’ after temporarily going dark over the weekend

Financial Times - 2d

TikTok says it is restoring service in US after Trump vowed to delay ban

President-elect says order would give company extra 90 days to find buyer and suggests that US take a 50% stake. TikTok said on Sunday that it was restoring services in the US after Donald Trump ...

The Guardian - 3d

Caitlin Clark, Taylor Swift share suite to watch Chiefs take on Texans

Clark, a lifelong Chiefs fan, is also a noted fan of Swift's music and attended the game after being personally invited by the singer.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Health Secretary Defends Biden’s Covid Vaccine Mandates and Social Media Efforts

In a wide-ranging interview, Xavier Becerra, President Biden’s health secretary, defended his tenure and hinted that he might run for governor of California.

The New York Times - 4d

UK companies outpace US businesses in share buybacks

FTSE groups adopt practice that has drawn criticism from lawmakers but research suggests it could lift long-term share price

Financial Times - 5d

Americans and Chinese share jokes on 'alternative TikTok' as potential US ban looms

RedNote's Chinese users say it is the first time they have been able to speak directly to Americans online.

BBC News - 6d

Rise of vaccine distrust - why more of us are questioning jabs

Confidence in all types of vaccination has taken a hit. The question is why, and what can be done about it?

BBC News - Jan. 16

Kate Middleton shares health update nearly 1 year after announcing cancer diagnosis

Kate announced her cancer diagnosis in March and underwent chemotherapy.

ABC News - Jan. 14

Childhood vaccination rates, a health bright spot in struggling states, are slipping

Mississippi, Tennessee and West Virginia have some of the highest childhood vaccination rates. Experts worry a rising tide of vaccine skepticism is causing those bright spots to dim.

NBC News - Jan. 14

US LNG industry poised to expand as Trump vows to lift restrictions

S&P finds ramp-up of exports could add $1.3tn to American economy in next five years with capacity expected to double

Financial Times - Jan. 14

Robert F Kennedy Jr claims seed oils are ‘poisoning’ us. Here’s why he’s wrong

Like a host of online influencers, the man likely to be the US’s next health secretary has denounced the vegetable oils used in countless foods. The science is not on their side . Seed oils are ...

The Guardian - Jan. 13

Trump’s second term threatens US leadership on global health

Wellbeing of billions could be hit if administration cuts funding and spurns scientific best practice

Financial Times - Jan. 12

Kids Turn to a Mental-Health Chatbot to Share Their Anxieties

Part counselor and part friend, Troodi talks with children about their worries and fears. “Sometimes I forget she’s not a real person,” says one teen.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 11

Chief Justice Roberts is playing the ostrich

Chief Justice John Roberts has expressed concern about the Supreme Court's declining public trust, but has failed to acknowledge the self-inflicted wounds that have contributed to the crisis, such ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

Robert F Kennedy Jr accused of voter fraud over New York ballot

Watchdog files complaint after Trump nominee cast vote from New York address that was not his place of residence. Robert F Kennedy Jr has been accused of committing voter fraud in November’s ...

The Guardian - Jan. 8

Vaccine makers’ shares jump after bird flu death in US

Moderna, Pfizer, CureVac and Novavax register gains as health agency stresses risk to public ‘remains low’

Financial Times - Jan. 7

Will US markets keep rising under Trump?

Economic uncertainty and frothy valuations jar with investor optimism

Financial Times - Jan. 7

Hawaii Governor: Robert F. Kennedy Is Unfit to Be HHS Secretary

Before I was governor of Hawaii, I saw how Robert Kennedy Jr. contributed to a measles outbreak in Samoa.

The New York Times - Jan. 7

US homebuilder shares slide on fears of higher rates and Trump tariffs

Threat of rising costs brings post-pandemic rally to a halt

Financial Times - Jan. 4

Shares of alcohol makers fall after US official calls for cancer warnings

Surgeon-general calls for more prominent warning labels on drinks to raise awareness of the link

Financial Times - Jan. 3

US health care reform: Why there are no easy fixes

While attention has been focused on the manner in which insurance companies handle claims, the broader issue is how the U.S. health system should be improved to serve the public interest.

The Hill - Jan. 3

Israel confirms it is holding Gaza hospital chief Abu Safiya

The IDF had earlier told a local NGO it was unaware of his case, sparking concern.

BBC News - Jan. 3

Turo, the Car-Share App Used in Two Attacks, Is No Stranger to Safety Concerns

After rented vehicles rammed into a crowd in New Orleans and exploded in Las Vegas, some users say a reckoning of the firm’s practices is overdue.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2

Migrant children in US custody are at risk without key health protections

Every unaccompanied minor has the right to be treated humanely.

The Hill - Jan. 2

Biden vows to keep public informed about investigation into 'despicable' New Orleans attack

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden called the terrorist attack in New Orleans that killed 15 people and injured dozens more "despicable" in an address to the nation Wednesday.

NBC News - Jan. 2

Americans keep flocking to Florida—3 young people share what it's like living there: 'My money goes a long way'

Florida's population has continued to boom despite costs going up and hurricanes intensifying.

CNBC - Jan. 1

Chief Justice Roberts Condemns Threats to Supreme Court and Judiciary

In his year-end report on the federal judiciary, the chief justice decried violence, intimidation and disinformation and warned against defiance of court rulings.

The New York Times - Dec. 31

Chief Justice John Roberts defends judiciary from 'illegitimate' attacks

In his annual end-of-year report, Roberts said the independence of the judiciary is threatened by threats of violence, harassment, disinformation and defiance of court rulings.

NBC News - Dec. 31

Chief Justice Roberts condemns elected officials for intimidating judges

Chief Justice John Roberts condemned elected officials who have intimidated judges and defied court rulings, highlighting them in his year-end report Tuesday as part of what Roberts called ...

The Hill - Dec. 31

Robert Kennedy vows to keep vaccine suit share if confirmed as US health chief

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