Day: March 8, 2025
House Republicans unveil bill to avoid shutdown and they’re daring Democrats to oppose it
House Republicans unveiled a spending bill Saturday that would keep federal agencies funded through Sept. 30, pushing ahead with a go-it-alone strategy that seems certain to spark a major confrontation with Democrats over the contours of government spending. The 99-page bill would provide a slight boost to defense programs while trimming nondefense programs below 2024 […]
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Unions ask court to stop DOGE from accessing Social Security data of millions of Americans
“Close up photograph of Social Security cards against currency background, selective focus.Similar Images:” Richcano | E+ | Getty Images A group of labor unions are asking a federal court for an emergency order to stop Elon Musk ‘s Department of Government Efficiency from accessing the sensitive Social Security data of millions of Americans. The motion for emergency relief was […]
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‘We don’t believe in the velvet rope:’ One money manager is giving retail investors access to private credit. But is it worth it?
They’re generally reserved for the ultrawealthy and financial institutions. But the exchange-traded fund industry is looking to give retail investors more access to alternative investments including private credit. BondBloxx’s Joanna Gallegos thinks it’s a great idea despite the asset class’ reputation for charging high fees and academic research that have shown sluggish returns. Her firm […]
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Trump’s Scottish golf resort vandalized with pro-Palestine graffiti
General view of the entrance to the clubhouse at Trump Turnberry golf resort in Turnberry, Scotland. Tom Bergin | Reuters U.S. President Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf resort in Scotland has been daubed with pro-Palestinian graffiti, with a protest group claiming responsibility. Local media on Saturday showed images of red paint scrawled across walls at the […]
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These are the 10 best countries for working women—the U.S. isn’t in the top 10: ‘It really should be doing better,’ expert says
In honor of International Women’s Day, The Economist released its annual glass-ceiling index which analyzes working conditions for women across the 29 countries in the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The countries were ranked based on these ten measures: Higher education GMAT exams taken by women Labor-force participation rate Gender wage gap Women […]
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Bestselling author: This simple routine helps me feel happy and energized when I’m tired from work—I do it ‘every week’
If you find yourself feeling tired, pressed for time or drained before the start of a new week, it’s not by mere happenstance. “It’s because the world is designed to steal your time and energy from social media to the crazy headlines that make you feel helpless, [to] endless work to-do lists,” bestselling author Mel […]
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Bill Gates: My ‘favorite’ author’s newest book is a must-read—it shows how food can become more affordable
Bill Gates’ favorite author has a new book, and the billionaire says “it will teach you a lot” about food. Specifically, how eliminating food waste and reducing global food insecurity could make food cheaper for everyone. Vaclav Smil’s “How to Feed the World,” which was published on Tuesday, “will transform the way you think about […]
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Handicapping the next move for a stressed bull market
The market’s message and intentions are always worth debating — especially so during an intense pullback, with cacophonous policy headlines and piqued investor emotions animating the action day to day. Here’s an assessment of the weight of the evidence, after another rough week — but one that ended in a perky, if apprehensive, rally off […]
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How Facebook Marketplace is keeping young people on the platform
Meta‘s Facebook’s influence remains strong globally, but younger users are logging in less. Only 32% of U.S. teens use Facebook today, down from 71% in 2014, according to a 2024 Pew Research study. However, Facebook’s resale platform Marketplace is one reason young people are on the platform. “I only use Facebook for Marketplace,” said Mirka […]
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Activist Spectrum Entrepreneurial has a stake in Landis+Gyr, and it may be poised to build value
Landis+Gyr Group AG’s residential and commercial FOCUS electric meter installation. Landis+Gyr Group AG Company: Landis+Gyr Group AG (LAND-CH) Business: Landis+Gyr Group is a Switzerland-based company primarily engaged in the electrical components and equipment manufacturing business. It specializes in metering solutions for electricity, gas, heat/cold and water for energy measurement solutions for utilities. Landis+Gyr product portfolio […]
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