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Why the Fed’s independence from the White House is guarded so closely
The Justice Department has threatened the Federal Reserve with a criminal indictment over the testimony of Fed Chair Jerome Powell this…
Susan Darwin
I focus on highlighting the latest in news and politics. With a passion for bringing fresh perspectives to the forefront, I aim to share stories that inspire progress, critical thinking, and informed discussions on today's most pressing issues.
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Aldi is opening 180+ new stores — here’s what’s driving the sudden surge
Americans stressed by high grocery bills have one bright spot to look forward to in 2026. Value-minded grocery chain Aldi is coming to…
Business
Meta taps Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chairman
Facebook owner Meta has named Dina Powell McCormick, a former Trump administration adviser and longtime finance executive, as president…
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Why X changed its Iranian flag emoji
Iran hasn’t changed its flag, but the emoji for it has changed on X, the social network previously known as Twitter. Iran’s tricolor flag…
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Trump to meet Venezuela's María Corina Machado on Thursday
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado will meet President Donald Trump on Thursday, the White…
Culture
Alyssa Healy: Australia great to retire from cricket after India series
Australia captain Alyssa Healy will retire from all forms of cricket following the upcoming series against India. The 35-year-old…
Business
Michael Carrick: Is he the right fit for Manchester United?
He didn't change as a manager. Always polite and friendly but not generating headlines for the sake of it. His exuberant celebration after…
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Thousands of nurses go on strike at major New York City hospitals over contract disputes
Thousands of nurses in three hospital systems in New York City went on strike Monday after negotiations through the weekend failed to…
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UK to bring into force law to tackle Grok AI deepfakes this week
Laura CressTechnology reporter The UK will bring into force a law which will make it illegal to create non-consensual intimate images,…
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E.U. sets new conditions for Chinese EV imports to resolve dispute
China and the European Union said Monday they have agreed on steps toward resolving their dispute over the bloc’s imports of Chinese-made…
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Former Fed chairs condemn criminal investigation into Jerome Powell
Danielle KayeBusiness reporter Three former heads of the US central bank have decried federal prosecutors' criminal investigation into…
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As U.S-Canada relations strain, P.M. Mark Carney looks to rebuild ties with China
A leader of the Canadian government is visiting China this week for the first time in nearly a decade, a bid to rebuild his country’s…
Business
CES showed me why Chinese tech companies feel so optimistic
CES, the Consumer Electronics Show, is the world’s biggest tech show, where companies launch new gadgets and announce new developments,…
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Instagram denies breach after users receive password reset emails
Joe Tidy,Cyber correspondentand Liv McMahon,Technology reporter Instagram has denied it has been victim to a data breach after many users…
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Throw away these recalled dietary supplements right now. They may contain a ‘life-threatening’ ingredient
Fitness brand Modern Warrior has voluntarily recalled all lots of its dietary supplement Modern Warrior Ready after testing revealed the…
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Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi defects to Reform UK
Former Conservative Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has defected to Reform UK. The former MP said he felt the UK had reached a "dark and…
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Mattel’s latest Barbie to celebrate diversity has autism
Mattel Inc. is introducing an autistic Barbie on Monday as the newest member of its line intended to celebrate diversity, joining a…
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Mitigating emissions from air freight: Unlocking the potential of SAF with book and claim
“SAF is central to the decarbonization of the aviation sector,” believes Raman Ojha, president of Shell Aviation. “Having said that,…
Culture
Brooks Koepka: PGA Tour faces huge dilemma over return of five-time major winner
The tour will no doubt recall how Hudson Swafford was dealt with. The 38-year-old American was among LIV's first recruits in 2022 but was…
Business
DOJ subpoenas the Federal Reserve, threatening criminal indictment, says Jerome Powell
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday the Department of Justice has served the central bank with subpoenas and threatened it…
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Man admits causing Staffordshire golf course crash death
Navtej Johal,at Worcester Crown Courtand Shannen Headley,West Midlands A man has admitted killing a woman hit by a van on a golf course.…
Culture
Nearly lost, this famed sculpture gets a new life inside GM’s headquarters
Almost lost and nearly forgotten, a sculpture by one of the most noted mid-century modernist designers has been given a meticulous…
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Referee and student among hundreds killed in Iran protests
Ghoncheh Habibiazad,BBC News Persianand Jessica Rawnsley A referee and a student are among hundreds of people reportedly killed during…