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With the Federal Reserve poised to cut interest rates despite a lack of fresh data (thanks to the government shutdown), the U.S. central bank is flying blind ✈️. Can monetary policy work without the data it needs?
#Fed #InterestRates #Economy #Shutdown #MonetaryPolicy
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October 20, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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The retro‑revival wave hits media: Gen Z is embracing disposable cameras, Polaroids and old‑school tech over smartphones 📸. Are we witnessing a real pushback against digital immediacy — or just aesthetic posturing?
#Streaming #TVTrends #GenZ #Retro #CultureShift
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Why Teens Are Throwing Back To Disposable Cameras Just Like the '90s
Many teens are swapping their smartphones for an old-school camera. Here's why.
www.parents.com
October 20, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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Three severe cases of clade I mpox have surfaced in California in individuals with no travel history — a public‑health red flag 🚨. Are we letting guard down on emerging infections because of fatigue?
#PublicHealth #Mpox #InfectiousDisease #California #HealthSecurity
Three cases of severe mpox reported in California, health officials say
Unrelated cases mark first time clade I of disease formerly known as monkeypox has spread within US, officials say
www.theguardian.com
October 20, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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The Apple‑F1 deal: Apple secured U.S. exclusive media rights for Formula 1 starting 2026 in a $140 million/yr move 🏎️. Streaming platforms chasing live sports — but is this a win for viewers or just another paywall?
#Tech #Streaming #Formula1 #AppleTV #MediaRights
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October 20, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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U.S. stocks surged today with the S&P 500 climbing ~1.1% as Apple and other tech giants powered the rally 📈. But with the federal government shut down and key economic data paused, are we celebrating a bubble or real momentum?
#StockMarket #Economy #Fed #TechStocks #Investing
Apple’s rally pulls Wall Street to the cusp of its record
U.S. stocks rallied to the cusp of their records. The S&P 500 climbed 1.1% Monday and pulled within 0.3% of its all-time high set earlier this month.
apnews.com
October 20, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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The Donald Trump‑Colombia trade standoff escalated as the U.S. accuses Colombian President Gustavo Petro of being an “illegal drug leader,” while threatening tariffs and aid cuts 🇨🇴🇺🇸. Is this hard‑line approach a smart use of U.S. leverage — or just another reckless flashpoint?
Trump news at a glance: ‘Illegal drug leader’ – threat of new tariffs against Colombia
Trump says Washington will also slash assistance to Colombia while US forces attack another alleged drug boat. Key US politics stories from Sunday 19 October
www.theguardian.com
October 20, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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Mass protests under the “No Kings” banner will sweep 2,500 U.S. locations on October 18, targeting perceived authoritarianism and policy overreach. The organizers say it’s a wake‑up call.
Is protest still America’s reset button — or just noise in a media echo chamber?
#NoKings #Protest #Democracy
Millions Expected to Attend 'No Kings' Protest on Oct. 18.
Here's what to know about the Oct. 18 protests, which are expected to draw large crowds.
time.com
October 18, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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Three people in Los Angeles County have contracted a rare clade I strain of mpox — with no travel history, hinting at local spread. Health authorities are already scrambling 🦠.
Is the U.S. ready for a new infectious threat — or complacency is its biggest risk?
#Mpox #PublicHealth
'Severe' rare virus strain potentially spreading in LA County
A severe strain of the mpox virus was detected in three people in LA County.
www.sfgate.com
October 18, 2025 at 7:57 PM
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Venture capital has poured $161 billion into AI this year — while many firms still operate at a loss. The hype is real, but so is the risk ⚖️.
Will the AI ecosystem survive a valuation correction — or will it implode under its own weight?
#AI #VentureCapital #TechBubble #Markets #Innovation
Silicon Valley takes stock of the AI bubble
Plus, Karel Komárek, the man bringing the fight to US gambling giants
www.ft.com
October 18, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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Trump and Putin plan a summit in Budapest within days, with Ukraine and arms talks on the agenda. It’s billed as a peace push — but critics see geopolitical theater 🎭.
Does this summit help de-escalate global tensions — or legitimize aggression?
#TrumpPutin #BudapestSummit #Ukraine #Diplomacy
www.bbc.com
October 18, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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Former Trump adviser John Bolton now faces 18 counts under the Espionage Act, including mishandling national defense information. The line between national security and political retribution is blurring 📜.
Is this a legitimate enforcement move — or weaponized justice?
Trump news at a glance: John Bolton vows to defend his conduct after indictment
John Bolton, who served in Trump’s first administration, faces charges of mishandling and transmitting classified information. Key US politics stories from Thursday 16 October at a glance
www.theguardian.com
October 18, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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Stocks jumped today as AI optimism fanned and major U.S. banks posted surprisingly strong earnings. But beneath the surface lies risk in overvaluation and sector concentration.
Is the AI + banking rally durable — or a bubble in disguise? 🚀
#Markets #AI #Banking #Stocks #Speculation
www.reuters.com
October 17, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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A federal court temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to fire thousands of federal workers mid‑shutdown.
If the White House can’t fire workers during a shutdown, what tools remain in its arsenal? ⚖️
#Shutdown #FederalWorkers #Courts #SeparationOfPowers #RuleOfLaw
Trump news at a glance: Court halts mass firings threatened by White House as shutdown enters third week
Federal court approves temporary injunction blocking Trump administration from mass layoffs. Key US politics stories from Wednesday 15 October
www.theguardian.com
October 17, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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The Supreme Court justices signaled they may gut Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, limiting courts’ ability to challenge racially biased maps.
If the Court weakens VRA, who pays the price—voters or states?
#VotingRights #SupremeCourt #Democracy #Gerrymandering #CivilRights
US Supreme Court to hear case that takes aim at Voting Rights Act
The U.S. Supreme Court is slated on Wednesday to hear arguments in a dispute over the composition of Louisiana electoral districts in a case that could imperil a key section of the Voting Rights Act, the landmark 1965 federal law enacted by Congress to prevent racial discrimination in voting.
www.reuters.com
October 17, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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Democrat Abdul El‑Sayed is running a populist campaign in Michigan, pushing Medicare for All and challenging centrist norms. 🔥 His insurgent approach mirrors Mamdani’s NYC success.
Is populist energy the only path out of establishment gridlock?
#politics #progressive #populism #Democrats #elections
The populist playbook: Democratic US Senate candidate seeks to replicate Mamdani’s success
Abdul El-Sayed’s bid for Michigan senator centers on bold leftwing populism similar to the NYC mayoral candidate
www.theguardian.com
October 14, 2025 at 3:52 AM
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Smithsonian museums, research centers & the National Zoo closed their doors today due to the ongoing shutdown. 🏛️ The nation’s science and culture arms are being held hostage.
How long before deferred science erodes national capacity?
#shutdown #science #culture #publichealth #research
US Smithsonian museums and National Zoo close due to government shutdown
Washington DC-based institution says it’ll temporarily close museums and research centers in response to shutdown
www.theguardian.com
October 14, 2025 at 3:52 AM
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Retailers are scrambling as Trump readies a 100% tariff on Chinese goods starting November 1. 🛒 Prices could spike just in time for holiday season.
Is this destructive brinkmanship or bold leverage — and who pays the real cost?
#tradewar #inflation #economy #retail #tariffs
US retailers brace for impact as Trump's 100% China tariffs loom
U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of additional 100% tariffs on Chinese imports has sounded alarm bells among retail and trade experts, who caution it could lead to more price increases and squeeze demand.
www.reuters.com
October 14, 2025 at 3:51 AM
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V.P. Vance says the Trump administration is seriously eyeing invoking the Insurrection Act to deploy troops in U.S. cities. ⚔️ That’s a line no democracy should cross lightly.
If domestic deployment becomes routine, what checks should resist it?
#military #democracy #civilrights #insurrectionact
Trump news at a glance: Insurrection Act on the cards, says Vance, as president touts peace in the Middle East
JD Vance confirms White House seriously considering invoking 1807 insurrection act as Trump heads to Israel.
www.theguardian.com
October 14, 2025 at 3:51 AM
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The Supreme Court is poised to reconsider Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act—a rule long used to challenge racial gerrymandering. ⚖️ If gutted, it could unravel the final bulwark against vote dilution.
Are we backtracking on decades of civil rights progress? #votingrights #SCOTUS #elections
‘The stakes are quite large’: US supreme court case could gut Voting Rights Act
Court’s decision in Louisiana v Callais could limit voters from challenging racial discriminatory districts
www.theguardian.com
October 12, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Thousands of Midwestern soybean farmers are stranded—China has pulled out of U.S. imports, leaving bins full and markets silent. 🌱 Trump’s tariff strategy is backfiring on rural America.
What should be the path forward for U.S. agricultural diplomacy? #agriculture #trade #economy #rural #farmlife
US farmers caught in Trump-China trade war – who’ll buy the soybeans?
Tariffs have caused a Chinese exit from the soybean market – and midwestern farmers are waiting on a solution
www.theguardian.com
October 12, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Schumer just accused Trump of converting the DOJ into a “personal attack dog” after the indictment of NY AG James. 🏛️ If prosecutions become political theater, the rule of law takes a hit.
Can the DOJ ever be trusted again as a neutral arbiter? #justice #ruleoflaw #politics #accountability
Trump news at a glance: Schumer says justice department has become a ‘personal attack dog’ after Letitia James indicted
New York attorney general attracted Trump’s ire after she led a civil fraud case against the president. Key US politics stories from Thursday 9 October
www.theguardian.com
October 12, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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A tentative first-phase ceasefire between Israel and Hamas was just announced, with Trump claiming credit for brokering it. 🇵🇸🇮🇱 But details are vague and timing is tight.
Will this deal hold, or is it a fragile prelude to renewed conflict? #Gaza #MiddleEast #diplomacy #peace #USforeignpolicy
Trump news at a glance: a note, a whisper and the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire deal
Trump announces ‘first steps’ to ‘durable peace’; Kristi Noem compares Antifa to MS-13. Key US politics stories from 8 October at a glance
www.theguardian.com
October 10, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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Gaming growth is stalling, pushing companies to double down on innovation to stay afloat. 🎮 As giants like EA go private, agility may now beat scale.
Which models will survive: blockbuster IPs, niche indies, or tech pivots? #gaming #videogames #industry #innovation #EA
Video game makers scramble to innovate as growth stalls
The global video game industry, which experienced explosive, pandemic-driven growth, is now grappling with stagnation, forcing companies to shift their focus from market expansion to efficiency and i
www.consulting.us
October 8, 2025 at 11:11 PM
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Six former U.S. Surgeons General issued a scathing public warning against RFK Jr.’s health policies, saying they erode trust in science. 🩺 That’s rare and loud.
Will this shake states’ willingness to scale back vaccine programs? #healthpolicy #vaccines #publictrust #science #RFKJr
Six former US surgeons general warn RFK Jr is ‘endangering nation’s health’
Former top doctors condemn health secretary’s vaccine, research policies, saying ideology replaced science at HHS
www.theguardian.com
October 8, 2025 at 11:11 PM
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HelloFresh is recalling spinach‑based meal kits due to listeria concerns—better safe than sorry, but trust is shaken. 🥬 With multiple recalls lately, consumers wonder: how reliable are meal kit standards? #recall #foodsafety #publichealth #mealkits #listeria
USDA warns that Hello Fresh subscription meals may contain listeria-tainted spinach
Federal health officials have issued a public health alert for certain Hello Fresh subscription meals containing spinach that may be contaminated with listeria. The U.S.
apnews.com
October 8, 2025 at 11:10 PM