Gold prices rise and dollar falls amid fresh Trump tariff threat Investors and businesses around the world will be digesting developments over the weekend The Independent UK · Feb 23
Why Did Trump Suddenly Order the Pentagon to Declassify UFO and Alien Files? 'Tremendous Interest' Sparked Major Release US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to declassify files on UFOs and alien life, responding to public interest and comments by former President Obama International Business Times UK · Feb 23
6 Mistakes Boomers Are Making With Their Money in the Trump Economy As economic uncertainty grows months into President Trump's second term, many baby boomers are making money moves that could jeopardize their retirement. GOBankingRates · Feb 23
Zelensky says Putin has started WW3 as he warns Russian leader won’t stop at Ukraine The Ukrainian president rejected suggestions of giving up land to acheive a ceasefire Evening Standard · Feb 23
'Aggression is aggression': Iran rejects Trump's 'limited strike' remark; says will take decisive action if attacked Iran has warned that any US attack, even a limited one, would be considered an act of aggression and met with a decisive response. This comes as President Trump considers military action to force a nuclear deal, despite ongoing indirect talks and a significant US military build-up in the region. The Times of India · Feb 23
CEOs who despised Trump's tariffs are still quiet after Supreme Court ruling Also: All the news and watercooler chat from Fortune. Fortune · Feb 23
Trump brings out false election claims as he honors ‘angel families’ to rally his anti-migrant agenda The president issued a proclamation in memory of victims of crimes committed by undocumented migrants The Independent UK · Feb 23
Nicki Minaj ignites backlash after receiving a signed Trump Bible IN FULL The Independent UK · Feb 23
Melania Trump sparks debate after using Bad Bunny song in social media post IN FULL The Independent UK · Feb 23
Watch the video: Trump vs US Supreme Court — the homeland tariff war After the US Supreme Court ruled last week that Trump's tariffs were unconstitutional, the US president simply doubled down and announced a new 15% import tax. What actually happened, and how will it affect you? Euronews · Feb 23
Rajanish Kakade, AP photographer who captured the daily rhythm of India’s Mumbai, dies at 55 Associated Press photographer Rajanish Kakade, who was known for documenting India’s politics, culture and everyday hustle and bustle of Mumbai city, has died The Independent UK · Feb 23
TSA PreCheck Shutdown: What to Expect as Fast-Track Lines Vanish Nationwide Discover the impact of the sudden TSA PreCheck shutdown on travelers and the political backlash it has sparked. International Business Times UK · Feb 23
What to know about Rob Jetten – the youngest ever prime minister of The Netherlands At 38, Jetten is will be sworn in today as history’s youngest leader of The Netherlands The Independent UK · Feb 23
Trump threatens ‘obnoxious’ tariffs as UK and EU seek clarity on trade deals US president suggests trade war could escalate as administration says it will stop collecting levies ruled illegal by supreme court The Guardian - UK · Feb 23
The Independent UK · Feb 23 Peter Mandelson arrest latest: Peer released on bail as Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre’s family issues statement The ex-Labour peer is being questioning after he was alleged to have leaked senstive information to Jeffrey Epstein while he was business secretary
The Independent UK · Feb 23 From dabblers to day traders, small investors' impact on Wall Street grows even in volatile market For years, retail investors were dismissed by some on Wall Street as “dumb money.”
Fortune · Feb 23 Why Trump’s ‘greatest economy’ boast could hurt him with voters History suggests that voter anxiety can outweigh good economic numbers at the polls. Just ask George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton.
The Fashion Central · Feb 23 Christie Brinkley hits Trump hard, Claims he’s ‘Doing a Good Job of Destroying the Country’ Christie Brinkley is once again speaking out against President Donald Trump, using social media to deliver a pointed critique of his policies and leadership.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 23 Trump threatens ‘more powerful and obnoxious’ tariffs, amid confusion in UK and EU; Wall Street drops – as it happened Markets slide after EU halts ratification of US trade deal, as businesses prepare for new 15% global tariff to start tomorrow
Whats Hot · Feb 23 Trump Emergency Tariffs Declared Illegal; US to End Collections The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced that it will halt the collection of certain tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) beginning 12:01 a.m. EST (0501 GMT) on Tuesday, February 24, following a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court of the United States.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 23 Politics Without Politicians by Hélène Landemore review – could we get rid of Farage, Truss and Trump? A Yale professor’s radical proposal to replace elected leaders with ordinary people, chosen by lottery
Roll Call · Feb 23 Florida officials, lawmakers probe stalled Medicaid application The state of Florida and the Trump administration are at odds over a multibillion-dollar application for a Medicaid program for state hospitals.
Roll Call · Feb 23 This week: Snow delays congressional business before State of the Union Congress called off Monday evening votes as a snowstorm hit the Northeast, but the State of the Union remains on track for Tuesday evening.
Axios · Feb 23 Mexico killed "El Mencho." Here's how and what we know about U.S. role in the operation Mexico's defense ministry shared insight into the U.S. role.
The Independent UK · Feb 23 Italy tempted by Rome bid for Summer Olympics after winter success Rome has a 70,000-seat stadium with an athletics track