86 m. ago ‘Wait, Baby, Wait’: Slumping Oil Prices Reflect Economic Worries

Fears that President Trump’s tariffs could slash global economic growth — and demand for oil — are weighing on the market.

Economics

2 h. ago As recession fears surge, Republican cracks emerge over Trump tariff plan

As recession fears surge, Republican cracks emerge over Trump tariff plan  Los Angeles Times

Politics

3 h. ago Report: Unelected Canada PM Mark Carney Declared 'Strong Confidence' in Investing in China on Beijing Trip

Leftist Canadian PM Mark Carney reportedly "expressed strong confidence in the development prospects and growth potential of investing in China" while in Beijing. The post Report: Unelected Canada PM Mark Carney Declared ‘Strong Confidence’ in Investing in China on Beijing Trip appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

4 h. ago Live Updates: U.S. Job Report Shows Strong Growth Amid Trump Tariff Fears

Live Updates: U.S. Job Report Shows Strong Growth Amid Trump Tariff Fears  The New York Times

Politics

5 h. ago Powell Warns Trump’s Tariffs Risk Stoking Even Higher Inflation and Slower Growth

Jerome H. Powell, chair of the Federal Reserve, says the central bank’s “obligation” is to ensure that a “one-time increase in the price level does not become an ongoing inflation problem.”

Events

6 h. ago Report: Energy leaders present six big ideas to help avoid US electricity crisis

After about 20 years of scant growth, U.S. electricity demand is expected to grow about 15-20% in the next decade and double by 2050, according to the Department of Energy. In light of these predictions, more than 80 U.S. energy experts met at Stanford in February to discuss how to avoid the U.S. electricity grid being overwhelmed by rising demand. This meeting, which was organized by the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability's Precourt Institute for Energy, has resulted in a report focused on six big ideas for federal and state energy policymakers to consider.

Politics

7 h. ago Players from the 2024 Red Sox draft class are excited to start their first full seasons

“The vibe that we have in the clubhouse is totally awesome," says Red Sox prospect Conrad Cason. The post Players from the 2024 Red Sox draft class are excited to start their first full seasons appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

8 h. ago Social Security faces thousands more job cuts even with service in tailspin

Social Security faces thousands more job cuts even with service in tailspin  The Washington Post

Politics

8 h. ago ‘Be Curious’: 2025 Seattle Experience encourages student inquiry and growth

‘Be Curious’: 2025 Seattle Experience encourages student inquiry and growth  WSU Insider

Politics

8 h. ago The job market remains incredibly healthy — but the tariff storm could upend things

Employers added 228,000 jobs in March, showcasing a solid labor market. But uncertainty over tariffs and tepid consumer spending may weigh on job growth in the months to come.

Events

10 h. ago This Silicon Valley city has the highest coastal flood risk in California

This Silicon Valley city has the highest coastal flood risk in California  San Francisco Chronicle

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10 h. ago MLW star Donovan Dijak eyes world title at Battle Riot VII, sets high expectations for company's growth

Donovan Dijak will be in the Battle Riot for the first time on Saturday night and he's hoping to leave California with some Major League Wrestling gold.

Politics

11 h. ago The Worst Stock Market Drop in Years, and Dr. Oz’s New Government Job

Plus, what’s so hard about building trains?

Politics

12 h. ago Trump Officials Warn of Tariff Pain as Price Increases Loom and Stocks Tumble

The president’s aides insist the fallout will be short and ultimately result in a better economy, as economists warn of higher inflation and slower growth.

Events

15 h. ago US tariffs risk slowing global growth significantly, ADB chief economist says

US tariffs risk slowing global growth significantly, ADB chief economist says  Reuters

Politics

15 h. ago Tariffs latest: Risk of global recession raised to 60%, JP Morgan says

Tariffs latest: Risk of global recession raised to 60%, JP Morgan says - as Asian stock markets slump for second day  Sky News

Politics

25 h. ago Jasmine Crockett Mocked for Appearing to Admit to Being a 'DEI Hire': I said 'Hire Me Because I'm Black;' I Got the Job

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) was mocked on social media as a self-proclaimed "DEI hire" after appearing to publicly boast about getting hired as a public defender with no experience because she demanded to get the job due to being black. The post Jasmine Crockett Mocked for Appearing to Admit to Being a ‘DEI Hire’: I said ‘Hire Me Because I’m Black;’ I Got the Job appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

26 h. ago The Job Market Has Been Resilient. The Trade War Could Be Its Undoing.

The U.S. economy has largely withstood inflation and high interest rates. But tariffs could bring new price increases and put a damper on hiring.

Events

30 h. ago Newsom foe picked by Trump for key prosecutor job vows to 'dismantle' sanctuary state shields

President Donald Trump has tapped California GOP rising star Bill Essayli to be the chief prosecutor in nation's most populous federal court district.

Events

31 h. ago Jasmine Crockett sets off social media after touting being Black as qualification for public defender job

Rep. Jasmine Crockett defended the need for diversity in law enforcement during a House hearing by saying she got a public defender job in part due to being Black.

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