Washington, D.C., April 3, 2025 – President Donald Trump’s sweeping “reciprocal tariffs,” signed into effect on April 2, have cast a wide net, targeting over 180 countries and territories with a baseline 10% duty and steeper levies for some. While major economies like China (54%) and the EU (20%) dominate headlines, the tariff list includes … Read more
Southwest’s Bag Fees and Other Changes Could Backfire, Fitch Warns Dallas, April 3, 2025 – Southwest Airlines’ recent overhaul of its customer-friendly policies—including new checked bag fees, assigned seating, and a basic economy fare—may jeopardize its financial recovery and market position, according to a cautionary report from Fitch Ratings released Wednesday, April 2. The credit … Read more
OpenAI, Anthropic Target College Students with Education AI Services San Francisco, April 3, 2025 – Artificial intelligence giants OpenAI and Anthropic have launched competing education-focused AI services aimed at college students, rolling out their offerings within 24 hours of each other as the academic year nears its close. Announced this week, Anthropic’s Claude for Education … Read more
Layoff Announcements Surge to Most Since Pandemic as Musk’s DOGE Slices Federal Labor Force Washington, D.C., April 3, 2025 – U.S. employers announced a staggering 275,240 layoffs in March, the highest monthly total since the Covid-19 pandemic crippled the economy in 2020, driven largely by massive federal job cuts under Elon Musk’s Department of Government … Read more
Trump Proposes New Tariffs on Imported Canned Beer, Sparking Industry Backlash Washington, D.C. – Former President and 2024 Republican frontrunner Donald Trump has announced plans to impose new tariffs on imported canned beer if re-elected, framing the move as a way to protect American brewers and manufacturing jobs. The proposal has drawn sharp criticism from … Read more
Trump Signals Elon Musk’s Exit from DOGE in Coming Months as Cost-Cutting Role Winds Down Washington, D.C., April 2, 2025 – President Donald Trump hinted on Monday that Elon Musk, the billionaire spearheading the controversial Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), may step away from his White House role in the coming months, potentially as early … Read more
As of my latest knowledge, there hasn’t been an official announcement confirming a UFC sponsorship deal with Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta (Facebook, Instagram, Threads, or Reality Labs). However, there are strong indications of a growing relationship between the UFC and Meta, fueled by: 1. Zuckerberg’s Public UFC Fandom 2. Meta’s Existing UFC Partnerships 3. Why This … Read more
Oslo, April 1, 2025 – Norway’s Government Pension Fund Global (GPFG), the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund with assets exceeding $1.8 trillion, is facing mounting pressure to lift its decades-old ban on investing in weapons manufacturers, a move that could reshape its ethical framework and bolster the defense industry. The push, led by opposition parties … Read more
As inflation continues to soar, consumer food businesses across the country are grappling with unprecedented cost increases and supply chain disruptions. In a growing number of industries, businesses are finding themselves “nowhere to absorb it,” unable to offset the rising prices of raw materials, labor, and logistics without passing them on to consumers. According to … Read more
Social Security Overhaul: Customer Service Delays and Benefit Payment Concerns Loom The Social Security Administration (SSA) is undergoing significant operational changes that could lead to longer wait times, reduced in-person services, and potential delays in benefit payments for millions of Americans. With rising workloads, budget constraints, and a shift toward digital services, advocates warn that … Read more