16 h. ago US gives initial approval for $3.5 billion missile sale to Saudi Arabia before Trump’s planned visit

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States has given initial approval to sell $3.5 billion worth of air-to-air missiles for Saudi Arabia’s fighter jets, the latest proposed arms deal for the region ahead of President Donald Trump ‘s planned trip to the region later this month. The sale, announced early Saturday, likely will […]

Economics

23 h. ago White House signals sharp spending cuts in Trump’s 2026 budget plan

Administration officials said a fuller budget will come soon with plans to address the drivers of the annual deficit

Other

25 h. ago Aritzia says no plan to raise prices as it adjusts to Trump tariffs

Aritzia evaluates pricing on a seasonal basis, but the company doesn’t see the need to increase prices because of tariffs

Economics

26 h. ago Trump’s Auto Tariff Relief Shields USMCA Auto Parts From 25% Tax

President Donald Trump’s revised auto tariff plan continues — at least for now — an exemption for parts that comply with the free trade agreement spanning North America, a concession desperately sought by industry.

Economics

40 h. ago Plans for possible military parade on Trump’s birthday call for 6,600 soldiers, 50 helicopters

While the documents do not include any price estimates, it would likely cost tens of millions of dollars to put on a parade of that size

Events

43 h. ago Army plans for potential parade on Trump’s birthday calls for 6,600 soldiers

WASHINGTON — Detailed Army plans for a potential military parade on President Donald Trump’s birthday in June call for more than 6,600 soldiers, at least 150 vehicles, 50 helicopters, seven bands and possibly a couple thousand civilians, The Associated Press has learned. The planning documents, obtained by the AP, are dated April 29 and 30 […]

Events

45 h. ago Trump threatens sanctions on countries, individuals that buy Iranian oil

Trump's social media threat came after planned nuclear negotiations for this coming weekend between the U.S. and Iran were postponed.

Events

59 h. ago Trump Administration Sues Michigan to Halt State’s Fossil Fuel Lawsuit Plan

The Trump administration sued Michigan, its Democratic governor and attorney general, trying to block the state from seeking damages in court from fossil fuel companies it says caused harm through climate change.

Politics

61 h. ago IMF Cuts Growth Outlook for Gulf Oil Producers After Price Slump

The International Monetary Fund downgraded its growth forecasts for oil exporting countries in the Middle East and North Africa, including Saudi Arabia and Iraq, citing escalating global trade tensions and lower energy prices.

Economics

68 h. ago Trump company strikes Qatari golf resort deal in sign it’s not holding back

The Trump family company struck a deal Wednesday to build a luxury golf resort in Qatar in a sign it has no plans to hold back from foreign dealmaking during a second Trump administration, despite the danger of a president shaping U.S. public policy for personal financial gain. The project, which features Trump-branded beachside villas […]

Economics

3 d. ago Brookfield Weighs US Manufacturing Investment Following Tariffs

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners LP is looking to invest in US manufacturing operations as companies plan to build new plants following President Donald Trump’s tariff plans.

Economics

3 d. ago Kamala Harris plans a speech sharply criticizing Donald Trump’s policies

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Former Vice President Kamala Harris plans to use a high-profile speech Wednesday to sharply criticize President Donald Trump amid speculation about whether she will mount another presidential campaign or opt to run for California governor. Harris will address the 20th anniversary gala for Emerge America, an organization that recruits and trains […]

Events

3 d. ago Carney’s Plan for Managing Trump: Keep Calm and Find New Friends

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney won election Monday by promising to manage a mercurial US president bent on waging a global trade war.

Transport

4 d. ago Rob Manfred says he discussed Pete Rose’s status with Donald Trump and will rule on reinstatement

NEW YORK — Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said he discussed Pete Rose with President Donald Trump at a meeting two weeks ago and he plans to rule on a request to end the sport’s permanent ban of the career hits leader, who died in September. Speaking Monday at a meeting of the Associated Press Sports […]

Other

5 d. ago Trump’s Desire for Cheap Crude Puts Big Oil’s Plans to the Test

Big Oil has a powerful ally in the White House, but the first quarter of Donald Trump’s presidency was a real test for companies’ plans. The rest of the year could be even tougher.

Other

5 d. ago Economists cast doubts on Liberal, Conservative fiscal projections as ‘too optimistic’

The wildcard of Donald Trump could easily throw a wrench into both parties' plans

Other

5 d. ago Dubai Data Center Leader Plans Saudi Push After Silver Lake Deal

Khazna, a data center developer in the United Arab Emirates, is planning a major expansion in neighboring Saudi Arabia as the oil-rich nations compete to power the artificial intelligence boom.

Politics

6 d. ago Saudi Arabia and Qatar to pay back Syria’s debt to the World Bank

BEIRUT (AP) — Saudi Arabia and Qatar said Sunday they will pay Syria’s outstanding debt to the World Bank, a move likely to make the international institution resume its support to the war-torn country. A joint statement by the finance ministries of Saudi and Qatar said the decision to pay Syria’s nearly $15 million debt […]

Economics

8 d. ago Trump keeps contradicting himself on tariffs, making a fragile world economy nervous

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump can’t stop contradicting himself on his own tariff plans. He says he’s on a path to cut several new trade deals in a few weeks — but has also suggested it’s “physically impossible” to hold all the needed meetings. Trump has said he will simply set new tariff rates […]

Economics

9 d. ago Trump’s plan to require proof of citizenship to vote in U.S. elections thwarted by judge

Judge also denied several requests from a group of Democratic plaintiffs

Politics