The legal dispute between President Donald Trump and the nation’s largest bank has entered a new and consequential phase in 2026, drawing national attention from lawmakers, regulators and the...
Asian software stocks slid sharply on Wednesday as growing concerns over artificial intelligence disrupting traditional technology business models continued to weigh on investor sentiment. The sell-off followed a weak session on Wall Street, where U.S. software shares faced renewed pressure amid fears that AI-driven tools could fundamentally alter revenue...
The United States and India have announced a new trade agreement that could significantly reshape economic relations between the two countries. President Donald Trump revealed that the two governments have agreed to reduce tariffs and ease trade restrictions, a move that he said will take effect immediately. The announcement...
Meta Faces Jury Trial Over Child Exploitation Claims
Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is set to face a jury trial in New Mexico following allegations that its platforms contributed to the exploitation of minors online. The case marks a significant legal moment, as it is...
Key Takeaways
Small business hiring will drop for recent college graduates in 2026.
One in five small firms plans to hire fewer entry-level workers.
Many small employers prefer known interns over fresh graduates.
Graduates need real-world experience and strong soft skills.
Local networking and in-person readiness boost job chances.
Small...
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President Trump aims to boost military spending by $600 billion a year starting in October.
He plans to fund this increase with much higher import taxes, known as tariffs.
The hike equals almost 2 percent of GDP and adds up to $6 trillion over ten years.
Tariffs may...
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• The Leavitt briefing stopped at 64 minutes and 30 seconds, surprising many bettors
• Traders on a prediction market won 50 times their money when it missed 65 minutes
• Karoline Leavitt introduced new health guidelines and discussed Venezuela at the briefing
• Critics and strategists now demand tighter rules...
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Tara Riceberg lashes out at Trump tariffs in a CNN interview.
Her luxury gift shop was destroyed by fire on Christmas Day.
Imported European products now carry tariffs up to 167 percent.
Riceberg urges shoppers to support local stores and contact lawmakers.
Trump Tariffs Hit Small Businesses Hard
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The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board criticized President Trump’s tariff policy after new jobs data.
The economy added 64,000 net jobs in November, following a 105,000 loss in October, mostly in government positions.
Manufacturing jobs fell by 19,000 over the last three months, raising doubts about a...
Key Takeaways
The government will impose a tariff increase of up to 50% on many imports in January.
Textiles, shoes, home appliances, and cars will see the biggest price jumps.
Families and small businesses will face higher shopping bills.
You can prepare by comparing prices, shopping early, and exploring...
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Parents may find a thinner toy selection this Black Friday week.
U.S. toy tariffs rose to 22 percent this year.
Toy imports fell by over 25 percent since May.
Small shops face higher costs and empty shelves.
How Toy Tariffs Are Emptying Shelves
This holiday season may feel odd...
Key Takeaways
• President Trump says his tariff plan has already made hundreds of billions for America.
• He argues many gains from the tariff plan are still uncounted.
• Some countries bulk-bought goods to beat new tariffs.
• Trump predicts tariff plan payments will soon skyrocket.
• Independent reports project lower revenue than...
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• Rikers violence has increased, with twelve people dying in city jails this year.
• Three inmates died in just two weeks, pushing deaths past last year’s total.
• Court monitoring for ten years failed to curb violence under five commissioners.
• Two mayors tried reforms, yet violence on Rikers Island...
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Trump tariffs are driving up prices on everyday items.
Low-income families pay the same high import taxes as millionaires.
Small businesses are suing over the tariffs’ legality.
Past tariff waves failed to boost jobs or cut the trade deficit.
Consumers may unite in a big class-action push...
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The International Maritime Organization may approve a new carbon tax on shipping.
The Trump administration argues the carbon tax will harm trade and cost jobs.
Australian businessman Andrew Forrest leads a push for cleaner industry methods.
New levies could raise billions to fund green shipping projects.
The...
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President Trump threatened new 100% tariffs on Chinese goods but now seeks a truce.
Both U.S. and China privately want to cool trade tensions, ahead of a planned summit.
U.S. officials aim to stabilize global markets and protect the Middle East peace effort from being overshadowed.
China...
Key Takeaways
• Michael Wolff says Jared Kushner’s peace plan serves his business gains.
• Kushner’s firm, Affinity Partners, counts Gulf royals as investors.
• Critics question if peace is a byproduct of profit.
• White House defends Kushner’s role as unpaid adviser.
• The debate could shape future Middle East talks.
How the Kushner...
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An anonymous trader earned $88 million by shorting Bitcoin just before Trump’s tariff news
The trade opened 30 minutes before President Trump announced 100% tariffs on China
Critics accuse the administration of insider trading and market manipulation
The episode raises questions about ethics, transparency, and crypto regulation
An...
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Starship Technologies has completed over 8 million deliveries with autonomous delivery robots.
These robots cut costs and help the environment with low-energy runs.
The company is bringing autonomous delivery robots to small towns.
New roles are created to handle job shifts caused by robot use.
Ahti Heinla...
Key Takeaways
• Cory Doctorow coins “Amazon enshittification” to describe the platform’s decline.
• Profit focus has filled Amazon with junk products and intrusive ads.
• Shoppers face low-quality items, confusing search, and lost trust.
• Sellers struggle with high fees, unfair rules, and unfair competition.
• Doctorow warns this trend can hit other...
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Toyota EV sales plunged 90% in the U.S. to just 147 units in September.
A recall and strategic production cuts caused the sharp decline.
Hybrid vehicles lifted overall Toyota sales despite EV challenges.
Upgraded bZ4X and solid-state battery cars aim to boost Toyota EV sales by 2026.
Toyota...
