Trump says he is firing Fed governor Lisa Cook ‘effective immediately’
Move against policymaker sharply escalates US president’s attacks on central bank
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You won’t get more money from quitting in this economy, BofA says, as job-hopping freezes in white-collar America
Wage increases for job-hoppers have collapsed, BofA finds, while wage growth for job-switchers equals that of job-stayers for the first time since 2010.
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Southwest Airlines is going to start charging heavy flyers for an extra seat if they can’t fit within armrests
Currently, plus-size passengers can either pay for an extra seat in advance or they can request a free extra seat at the airport.
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The emperor strikes back—but Trump’s revenge and deflection aren’t public protection
Over 2,000 years ago, Roman emperors would arrange massive public salutes to themselves, surrounded by armed, uniformed soldiers and cheering crowds.
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Epstein’s estate subpoenaed by House Oversight Committee
It’s the latest effort by both Republicans and Democrats to respond to public clamor for more disclosure in the investigation into Epstein.
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Dirigiste-in chief: why Trump opened the door to ‘state-run capitalism’
Intel and US Steel deals leave Republican party’s free-market establishment aghast
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China has laid a rare earths trap for the west
The American military and Europe’s green transition both rely on critical minerals from Beijing
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Musk’s xAI sues Apple and OpenAI over ChatGPT and iPhone integration
Tech billionaire’s move deepens feud with former ally Sam Altman
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Why bitcoin treasury companies are a fool’s paradise
In a crypto winter, the consequences could be painful for investors