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Are Elon Musk’s sweeping DOGE cuts illegal? For the most part, judges say no
Most judges appointed by both Democratic and Republican presidents haven’t ruled against DOGE. Read More
EU claims ‘positive momentum’ in trade talks with US
Bloc’s trade commissioner in Washington to seek a compromise with Donald Trump
Actress Halle Berry is ready for her ‘second act,’ as she becomes a major player in the $17 billion menopause market
Actress Halle Berry is ready for her ‘second act,’ as she becomes a major player in the $17 billion menopause ...
AI safety advocates slam Trump administration’s reported targeting of standards agency
The U.S.’s fledgling AI Safety Institute is reportedly about to be gutted by mass layoffs at the National Institute of ...
Why 1,000 global companies left Russia and won’t return—no matter what Trump and Putin say
Putin aims to use the opportunity for U.S. businesses to re-engage in Russia as a key bargaining chip. Read More
US tech will pay a price for Trump’s approval
The risks of a backlash are rising and could galvanise European competitors
Trump warns Elon Musk building a Tesla factory in India would be ‘very unfair’ to his administration
India is a tough market to crack: Foreign brands compete for about a third of overall demand and total EV ...
Fed’s Bostic sees two cuts in 2025 amid uncertain outlook
“This is no time for complacency,” the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta president wrote. Read More
Walmart stock tumbles on lower 2025 guidance given ‘uncertain times’ in the economy: ‘We don’t want to get out over our skis here’
Walmart’s stock has been on a tear over the last year. Read More
Trump says federal government should ‘take over’ D.C. due to crime and homelessness: ‘You can’t have tents on all your beautiful — your once magnificent plaza and lawns’
Trump wants to put the District of Columbia back under direct federal control. Read More
Howard Lutnick gives top Cantor Fitzgerald jobs to his sons Brandon and Kyle
The two oldest sons of billionaire Howard Lutnick, the former chief executive officer of Cantor Fitzgerald LP, are both still ...
Microsoft’s quantum computing breakthrough questioned by experts: ‘No publicly available evidence that this test has been conducted successfully’
Leading theoretical physicist, John Preskill, said Microsoft had yet to release any performance data to back up its claim. Read ...
Boeing CEO says Elon Musk is helping speed production of troubled Air Force One jets
“He’s able to pretty quickly ascertain the difference between technical requirements and things that we can move out of the ...
MLB will test robo-umpires in spring training games starting this week
It could make its regular season debut as early as next year. Read More
Alibaba surges as comeback for Jack Ma’s empire takes hold
“This is the kind of opportunity for industry transformation that really only comes about once every several decades,” Alibaba’s CEO ...
Central New York town has gotten 300 inches—25 feet—of snow so far this year
Let it snow. Let it snow. Let it… Ok, that’s enough, thanks. Read More
Amazon clinches creative control of the James Bond franchise in a skyfall deal
James Bond producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli will remain co-owners of the franchise. Read More
Pandemic homeworking gave cover for insider-trading scheme, court told
Prosecutors say Janus Henderson employee was ‘at the centre’ of the scheme, though he denies charges
Starbucks hoped mobile orders and the drive-through would save its business. New CEO Brian Niccol says that was a mistake.
Starbucks new CEO Brian Niccol says “I think we got confused that mobile ordering could solve the entire business”. Read ...
In an uncertain world, CEOs seek growth while bracing for disruption
CEOs emphasize the need to stay nimble and rethink supply chains as barriers to trade are erected in an increasingly ...
Figure gains SEC approval for first interest-bearing stablecoin launch
It’s the first time the regulator has approved the registration of an interest-bearing stablecoin as a public security. Read More
Trump backs Musk proposal to return billions of dollars in DOGE savings to taxpayers because ‘the numbers are incredible’
Amid growing discontent over DOGE, Trump suggests mailing a check to each American good for their 20% share of annual ...
Meta’s record winning streak puts stock split in view
The Facebook owner is the top performer in 2025 among the Magnificent Seven. Read More
Companies that ax their DEI programs now could destroy their reputation for years to come, according to a new study
In order to come off as authentic, companies need to show customers consistent behavior. Read More
ChatGPT is used by 1 in 3 college students—but variability across states is cause for concern, say OpenAI
A new OpenAI report shows students in states like Wyoming could be missing out on critical AI skill development. Read ...
Exclusive: Actress Kerry Washington shared her eating disorder story. Now she’s joining the startup Equip to help spread awareness
The “Scandal” star joins Equip Health as an investor and adviser. Read More
Exclusive: Mark Cuban-backed fintech Yendo hires its first CFO
Thibault Fulconis joins the company from unicorn Varo Bank. Read More
Russia asked US for Nato withdrawal from eastern Europe, says Romania
Moscow’s demand during Riyadh talks rejected but allies fear Donald Trump could yet allow restoration of former Soviet bloc
The Maga-fied right are missing Britain’s real crisis
It’s not a terminal moral malaise that’s blighting the country, it’s an economic one
US objects to calling out ‘Russian aggression’ in G7 statement on Ukraine
Trump administration splits with allies on holding Moscow responsible for war
