Business
Donald Trump’s decision to cut down the federal workforce could lead to an economic disaster in some parts of the country
Brace for impact. Read More
Trump’s layoffs of thousands of Forest Service employees will mean more destructive wildfires, say fired workers
“This is 100% a safety thing…that’s why I’m speaking out.” Read More
America’s foremost DEI shareholder activist warns that anti-diversity groups are forcing companies to underperform
Removing obstacles to women and people of color creates a true meritocracy, and shareholders know that’s good for business, says ...
Palantir CEO Alex Karp made nearly $2 billion from selling company stock last year—mostly in the leadup to the presidential election
The controversial defense contractor saw a sixfold surge in the value of its stock last year. Read More
Target backtracking its DEI efforts backfired. Store traffic dropped nearly 10% after the company’s move to conclude its diversity-related goals and initiatives
It was the first drop in foot traffic this year for Target. Read More
There are no shortcuts to manage the Russia challenge
Despite Trump’s diplomatic cavalry charge, the Kremlin will continue to view the west as an enemy
The anti-woke overcorrection is here
Conservatives are mistaking public dislike of the cultural left for enthusiasm for the opposite dogma
Why ‘Trump regime refugees’ are falling in love with Madrid
Americans are finding a haven in Spain where their spending power goes a long way
Trump fires top US military official in Pentagon shake-up
President removes CQ Brown and other senior officers who he blames for pushing diversity, equity and inclusion policies
Trump considers tariffs to counter digital services taxes on Big Tech
President orders probes into levies imposed by EU, UK and Turkey on US companies
The dangers of drinking: Experts explain the 4 ways alcohol can cause cancer
You don’t have to partake in binge drinking or have alcohol use disorder to increase your risk of alcohol-associated cancer. ...
Trump threatens to withhold federal funding from Maine after governor vows state will ‘follow the law’ on transgender athletes
An executive order Trump signed gives federal agencies wide latitude to make sure entities that receive federal funding abide by ...
Lawyer for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs says ‘under no circumstances can I continue’ as defense counsel
Combs, 55, has pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking charges lodged against him after his September arrest. Read More
As investors await Warren Buffett’s annual letter, is Berkshire Hathaway hoarding cash out of fear—or waiting for an opportunity?
Berkshire has built a record $325 billion cash heap as a historically expensive stock market presents few obvious value buys. ...
LA fire chief ousted as mayor claims 1,000 firefighters were sent home the day wildfires began ravaging the city
The fire chief said in televised interviews that her department was underfunded and understaffed and emergency vehicles had been idled ...
Bybit just suffered the biggest attack in crypto history suffering $1.4 billion in losses
ByBit CEO says the platform is experiencing “massive withdrawals.” Read More
Uber CEO says Musk wants to go alone on Tesla Robotaxi rollout
Uber’s CEO says they would “love to partner” with Tesla, but instead will likely find themselves competitors. Read More
The U.S’s chipmaking sector is ringing the alarm about Washington’s chip war with China
Recent earnings reports from manufacturers like Applied Materials and Lam Research show the U.S’s broadside chip controls may be starting ...
If you’re hailing a ride in New York or LA, you can now rent armed security to go along with it
The Protector app, which is like Taskrabbit for private security, launched in NYC and LA this week. Read More
US stocks post worst slide in two months on gloomy economic data
Sentiment among businesses and consumers cools sharply as tariffs and inflation take a toll
Five major airlines are suing the U.S. government over a rule that punished them for damaging passengers’ wheelchairs
More than 11,500 wheelchairs and scooters were mishandled by airlines in 2023, according to the Department of Transportation. Read More
UnitedHealth falls after U.S. opens probe of Medicare billing
“Any suggestion that our practices are fraudulent is outrageous and false,” the insurer said. Read More
Nissan shares surge on report Japan group may seek Tesla deal
Elon Musk responded, “The Tesla factory IS the product. The Cybercab production line is like nothing else in the automotive ...
Hackers steal $1.5bn from crypto exchange Bybit in biggest-ever heist
Theft deals blow to an industry that has been reinvigorated by Donald Trump’s re-election
Wegovy, Ozempic shortage declared over, hitting copycats like Hims & Hers
The ruling shows Novo Nordisk’s confidence that the supply of semaglutide will be stable for now. Read More
Elon Musk says he’s going to ‘fix’ Community Notes on X after claiming without evidence they’re being manipulated by governments and legacy media
Musk, as recently as November, called Community Notes “awesome” and boasted how everybody’s content gets checked. Read More
Egg price inflation is so bad that some NYC stores are selling them ‘loosie’ cigarette style
Some New York bodegas began selling eggs in groups of three for $3. Read More
What’s really behind Trump’s abrupt pivot to Russia?
The US president has shocked allies by opening talks with Moscow and criticising Ukraine. Will this dramatic shift in US ...
Coca-Cola warns of potential negative impact from DEI changes
Coca-Cola warned that a less diverse global workforce poses a potential risk to its business. Read More
Trump is reportedly planning a Postal Service takeover. The White House denies any such executive order is in the works
The president is expected to sign an executive order that would fire the governing board of the U.S. Postal Service ...
