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WATCH LIVE: Senate's 'vote-a-rama' on Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

The Senate will vote on the final passage of the bill after the marathon event that will likely take all day.

Fox News - Business - 14 minutes ago

'Big beautiful bill' lacks lifeline used by Americans in most vulnerable state: expert

APCO International CEO warns that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's omission of Next Generation 911 funding poses national security risks amid rising cyber threats.

Fox News - Top Stories - 14 minutes ago

Tesla shares sink as Musk and Trump renew feud over spending bill -- Tesla shares have taken a hit as the world's richest person and President Trump continue to exchange jabs over the spending bill.

Tesla shares have taken a hit in recent days as the world's richest man and U.S. President continue to exchange jabs over the spending bill.

CBS News - US News - 14 minutes ago

John Fetterman moans about missing family beach trip to vote on Trump bill: 'I just want to go home'

‘Oh my God, I just want to go home,’ Fetterman said during a marathon voting session in the Senate over the president’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

Independent UK - Top Stories - 15 minutes ago

Tesla shares sink as Musk and Trump battle over spending bill -- Tesla shares have taken a hit in recent days as the world's richest man and U.S. President continue to exchange jabs over the spending bill.

Tesla shares have taken a hit in recent days as the world's richest man and U.S. President continue to exchange jabs over the spending bill.

CBS News - Top Stories - 27 minutes ago

Senate sets record for longest vote-a-rama as Trump's spending bill teeters

Senators were ready to work through the night on amendments to President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful" spending bill. A final vote could come Tuesday.

CNBC - US News - 41 minutes ago

Senate sets record for longest vote-a-rama as Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' teeters

Senators were ready to work through the night on amendments to President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful" spending bill. A final vote could come Tuesday.

CNBC - Top Stories - 41 minutes ago

Trump says he'll 'take a look' at deporting Elon Musk -- The US president has also suggested getting DOGE to investigate the billionaire, noting that he has received a lot of subsidies

The US president has also suggested getting DOGE to investigate the billionaire, noting that he has received a lot of subsidies

Russia Today - Top Stories - 42 minutes ago

Lisa Murkowski Holds the Big Beautiful Bill in Her Hands

A sweet deal for her vote got blown up.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 47 minutes ago

Can the GOP Pass the 'Big Beautiful Bill' Without Tillis? -- Here are the misleading narratives Republicans are pushing to stop more Senate defections, which could kill the megabill.

Here are the misleading narratives Republicans are pushing to stop more Senate defections, which could kill the megabill.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 47 minutes ago

How Trump's mega-tax bill could affect Illinois

The Joint Economic Committee projects 163,674 people in Illinois would lose Affordable Health Care Act coverage, and 335,000 would lose Medicaid with passage of the Trump-backed measure.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 51 minutes ago

U.S. Senate grinds to a standstill as Republicans struggle with Trump's big bill

The U.S. Senate is slogging through a tense overnight session that has dragged into Tuesday, with Republican leaders searching for ways to secure support for U.S. President Donald Trump’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts while fending off proposed amendments, mostly from Democrats trying to defeat the package.

CTV News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

LIVE NOW: Senate Finally Ready to Vote on the One Big Beautiful Bill

U.S. Senate Finally is ready to vote on the One Big Beautiful Bill on July 1, after lengthy debates and vetos of countless amendments in the past few days ...

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Senate struggle to unite on president's 'big, beautiful bill' as marathon vote continues

The Independent has been on Capitol Hill overnight to bring you all the latest updates as senators vote on an unlimited series of amendments to the president’s tax and spending megabill

Independent UK - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Senate grinds to a standstill as Republicans struggle with Trump's big bill - The Senate came to a standstill Tuesday after slogging through a tense overnight session, with Republican leaders searching for ways to secure support for President Donald Trump's big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts.

The Senate came to a standstill Tuesday after slogging through a tense overnight session, with Republican leaders searching for ways to secure support for President Donald Trump’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts.

Boston Globe - Business - 1 hour ago

Senate grinds to a standstill as Republicans struggle with Trump's big bill -- The Senate came to a standstill Tuesday after slogging through a tense overnight session, with Republican leaders searching for ways to secure support for President Donald Trump's big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts.

The Senate came to a standstill Tuesday after slogging through a tense overnight session, with Republican leaders searching for ways to secure support for President Donald Trump’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 hour ago

Passing Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' is a delicate balancing act, says GOP conference chair

House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain joins 'America's Newsroom' to weigh in as the Senate attempts to pass President Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful bill.'

Fox News - Opinion - 1 hour ago

'Big beautiful bill' mostly benefits the rich; low earners would suffer from Medicaid, SNAP cuts: Yale report

Senate Republicans are trying to pass legislation that would raise incomes for wealthier households and reduce them for low-income families, a report found.

CNBC - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Senate continues marathon voting -- Senate lawmakers continued their marathon voting on amendments to the Republican reconciliation bill through the night. This comes as the White House pushes for Congress to meet President Trump's self-imposed Independence Day deadline. Also, Mr. Trump and Elon Musk are clashing online again over aspects of the bill. Juliegrace Brufke, a Capitol Hill reporter for 24sight News, joins with updates, while CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest from the White House.

Senate lawmakers continued their marathon voting on amendments to the Republican reconciliation bill through the night. This comes as the White House pushes for Congress to meet President Trump's self-imposed Independence Day deadline. Also, Mr. Trump and Elon Musk are clashing online again over aspects of the bill. Juliegrace Brufke, a Capitol Hill reporter for 24sight News, joins with updates, while CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest from the White House.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

The tax and spending bill, which is set for a Senate vote, includes sweeping changes to taxes, Social Security and more.

The tax and spending bill, which is set for a Senate vote, includes sweeping changes to taxes, Social Security and more.

BBC News - Business - 1 hour ago

Trump bill live: Senate struggles to unite on president's legislation

The Independent has been on Capitol Hill overnight to bring you all the latest updates as senators vote on an unlimited series of amendments to the president’s tax and spending megabill

Independent UK - US News - 1 hour ago

CNN Fact Checker Exposes Trump's Claims About Bill That Are 'Wildly, Categorically Inaccurate'

“It objectively does not” do what the president claims it will, said Daniel Dale.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

War of words over big bill intensifies between Musk, Trump

The war of words between billionaire Elon Musk and President Donald Trump over the big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts is heating up again, with Musk claiming he may form a new political party …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 1 hour ago

US Secretary Rubio to host Quad counterparts as Senate votes on Trump's 'big beautiful bill'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will be hosting his Quad counterparts for talks that seek to return the focus to Indo-Pacific issues. Mr Rubio, Australia's Penny Wong, India's S Jaishankar and Japan's Takeshi Iwaya will have to address China's growing influence, the need for a US step-up in defence, as well as tariff

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 hour ago

Live updates: Senate 'vote-a-rama' on GOP megabill goes all night; Trump to visit 'Alligator Alcatraz'

Live updates and the latest news as the Senate votes on the Republican agenda bill and Trump tours the Florida migrant center dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz."

NBC News - World - 2 hours ago

As Elon Musk trashes the bill, Trump suggests unleashing DOGE on his businesses

The president's post comes amid the latest blow-up between the two men after a public feud last month.

NBC News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Trump threatens to re-examine government support for Musk's companies as mogul trashes GOP megabill

The president's post comes amid the latest blow-up between the two men after a public feud last month.

NBC News - Politics - 2 hours ago

Republicans Struggle To Pass Trump's Massive Tax Bill After Hours Of Drama

The massive $4 trillion package includes tax cuts for mostly wealthy people and historic cuts to safety net programs like Medicaid and federal food assistance.

Huffington Post - Politics - 3 hours ago

Rheinmetall seeks sales of up to 50 billion eur by 2030, CEO tells German TV

BERLIN :Rheinmetall is seeking to reach sales of between 40 and 50 billion euros ($59 billion) by 2030, CEO Armin Papperger told broadcasters RTL and NTV in an interview published on Tuesday."I would like this company to have a turnover of between 40 and 50 billion and a profit of just under 10 billion," Papp

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 3 hours ago

World News -- Threats fly as Musk, and Trump, resume bitter war over 'big beautiful tax bill'

, A furious President Donald Trump has said the government efficiency department should take a look at giant subsidies paid to Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s com...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Senate continues record-breaking vote-a-rama on Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

Senators are beginning a session in which they may offer unlimited amendments to the legislation before voting on the bill's final passage.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Senate Holds 'Vote-a-Rama' on Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill'

The U.S. Senate worked through the day and night amid a fierce battle over President Donald Trump’s so-called Big Beautiful Bill. Republicans argue their planned overhaul of Medicaid will help keep the system solvent while Democrats warn the bill will lead to millions of Americans losing their benefits. Over the marathon “vote-a-rama” process, the GOP has been making last-minute tweaks to the bill to win over skeptical senators. NBC’s Ryan Nobles reports for TODAY.

NBC News - Politics - 3 hours ago

Marathon Senate vote on Trump's big bill drags out as Republicans struggle to find path to passage

With Sens. Rand Paul and Thom Tillis opposed to the package, GOP leaders can afford only one more defection. And multiple Republicans aren't yet sold on the measure.

NBC News - Politics - 3 hours ago

Trump warns of 'whopping 68% tax increase' if Senate fails to pass historic bill and more top headlines

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Fox News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Republicans "afraid of" Trump will vote for "Big Beautiful Bill"

Bill Schneider explains why Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” will likely pass – despite opposition from both parties.

Aljazeera - US News - 4 hours ago

Trump threatens Musk subsidies after Musk again targets Trump's budget bill -- President Trump again targeted Elon Musk, attacking the amount of government subsidies Musk is receiving after Musk renewed criticism​ of the president's flagship spending bill​.

President Trump again targeted Elon Musk, attacking the amount of government subsidies Musk is receiving after Musk renewed criticism​ of the president's flagship spending bill​.

CBS News - Politics - 4 hours ago

GOP Rep: 'Big Beautiful Bill' Would Secure Southern Border | Opinion

For four years, under the radical policies of the Biden administration, our southern border was opened and illegal immigration was encouraged.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Conservative Pundit Spells Out Exactly Why Republicans Are 'So Glum' About Trump's Bill

Charlie Sykes also warned of what may happen if and when the legislation has been passed.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Energy bills cut by £129 from today but thousands warned of looming change

The first price cap cut for a year is due to come into effect on July 1, although households are being warned not to expect to see the saving fully reflected in their bills

WalesOnline - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

'Big, beautiful bill' funding failure puts US at risk from bad actors, expert warns

APCO International CEO warns that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's omission of Next Generation 911 funding poses national security risks amid rising cyber threats.

Fox News - US News - 5 hours ago

Renault to report $11 billion loss on Nissan stake in first half

PARIS :French carmaker Renault will report an extraordinary loss of about 9.5 billion euros ($11 billion) on its stake in Nissan Motor in the first half, it said on Tuesday, writing down its years-long investment in the Japanese firm that is battling slumping sales.The move is a further loosening of ties betw

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 6 hours ago

Who wins, who loses if Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' passes?

Richest Americans, families with children, some carmakers to gain. EV makers, those on food stamps, Medicaid to lose.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Elon Musk's xAI raises $10 billion in debt and equity in latest Open AI challenge

The funding will go towards xAI's efforts to build out its AI infrastructure and develop its Grok chatbot.

CNBC - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Threats fly as Musk, and Trump, resume bitter war over 'big beautiful tax bill'

, A furious President Donald Trump has said the government efficiency department should take a look at giant subsidies paid to Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s com...

Independent.ie - World - 6 hours ago

Nvidia executives sell-off over $1 billion in stock amid soaring valuation

Nvidia Chief Executive Jensen Huang began selling stock this week for the first time since September. Other senior executives and directors have also tapped the market

First Post - Technology - 6 hours ago

Banks shrug off deficit concerns and cheer Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

In a letter Sunday, the American Bankers Association said it "strongly supports" many provisions within the bill for the "much needed tax relief" they offer.

CNBC - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Elon Musk slams Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill', calls for new political party

The world’s richest man and the US president have traded insults over Donald Trump’s tax cuts and spending bill.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Senate's long day turns to night as GOP works to shore up support on Trump's big bill -- The outcome was not yet in sight. Senate Majority Leader John Thune of South Dakota acknowledged the Republicans are "figuring out how to get to the end game."

The outcome was not yet in sight. Senate Majority Leader John Thune of South Dakota acknowledged the Republicans are “figuring out how to get to the end game.”

Boston Globe - Business - 7 hours ago

Standard Chartered Bank faces US$2.7 billion lawsuit in Singapore over alleged role in 1MDB fraud

KUALA LUMPUR: Liquidators seeking to recoup misappropriated funds from Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) have filed legal proceedings against Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore over the bank's alleged role in enabling fraud that led to over US$2.7 billion in financial losses.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

US Senate's vote-a-rama on Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' continues

Democrats have slammed Republican president’s proposal for social welfare spending cuts and tax benefits for the rich.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Republicans scrap deal in 'big, beautiful bill' to lower restrictions on states' AI regulations

A deal between Sens. Marsha Blackburn and Ted Cruz over how states can regulate artificial intelligence has been pulled from President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful" bill.

Fox News - Technology - 8 hours ago

Musk vows to oust lawmakers over Trump's 'insane' tax-cut, spending bill

Tech billionaire and the world's wealthiest man, Elon Musk, has reignited his fierce criticism of United States President Donald Trump's sweeping tax-cut and spending bill, calling it utterly...

International The News - World - 8 hours ago

Two Chinese chip firms plan US$1.7 billion IPOs, bet US export curbs to spur growth

BEIJING: Two Chinese artificial intelligence chip startups are seeking to raise a combined 12 billion yuan (US$1.65 billion) in initial public offerings, hoping US curbs on advanced chip sales to China will boost local demand for their products, their filings show. Beijing-based Moore Threads plans to rais

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 8 hours ago

Big element of energy bills set to rise as price cap eases

So-called network charges currently make up 22% of a typical household bill and are set to go up from April next year, placing more upwards pressure on family finances unless wholesale costs were to fall back very sharply.

Sky News - Business - 8 hours ago

Senators consider proposed amendments to Trump's big bill

Republicans are inching closer to getting their tax and spending bill through Congress with a final Senate vote likely early Tuesday.

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Trump warns of 'whopping 68% tax increase' if Senate fails to pass historic bill

Trump warns of "largest tax increase in history" if Senate fails to pass his comprehensive bill that includes tax cuts and border security while facing bipartisan resistance.

Fox News - Politics - 9 hours ago

U.S. Senate's marathon voting session on Trump's big bill enters second day

Republicans are racing to finalize the bill before the U.S. President’s Friday deadline

The Globe and Mail - World - 9 hours ago

US Senate in final push to pass Trump spending bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. — US senators were in a marathon session of amendment votes Monday as Republicans sought to pass Donald Trump's flagship spending bill, an unpopular package set to slash social welfare programs and add an eye-watering $3 trillion to the national debt.

Manila Times - World - 10 hours ago

Senators Brace for Long Night as Negotiations on Megabill Continue

A marathon vote series on amendments, known as a vote-a-rama, is expected to continue through Monday and could go into the early morning hours of Tuesday.

Epoch Times - US News - 10 hours ago

Musk's Wild Warning in Megabill Rage-Posting Spree

The world’s richest man issued an ominous warning to Republicans.

The Daily Beast - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Controversial offshore wind bill clears Delaware General Assembly, signed into law by Gov. Matt Meyer

DOVER — Just minutes after receiving final passage in the Senate on June 30, Gov. Matt Meyer signed into law a controversial bill that will allow for the construction of a new electric …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

North America -- Republicans try to push the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' through US Senate

US Senate Republicans were trying to pass president Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-cut and spending bill yesterday, despite divisions within the party about i...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

More than 300 charged in $14.6 billion health care fraud schemes

State and federal prosecutors have charged more than 320 people in the largest coordinated takedown of health care fraud schemes in Justice Department history that uncovered nearly $15 million in false claims

Independent UK - US News - 10 hours ago

Musk Vows to Primary Republicans Who Vote for GOP Megabill

The Tesla and SpaceX CEO also renewed earlier suggestions he would start a new political party.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Why Salma Hayek skipped Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's wedding while billionaire hubby attended solo

Hayek and Pinault met in 2006, and married in 2009 on Valentine’s Day in Paris. Pinault also surprised her with a 2018 vow renewal in Bora Bora.

New York Post - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Trump administration freezes $6.8 billion in federal education funds; California hit hard

The Trump administration freezes funding that education officials estimated at $6.5 billion — as feds evaluate 'priorities and ... statutory requirements.'

Los Angeles Times - Health - 11 hours ago

Polish energy giant Orlen cuts last ties to Russian oil

Orlen has formally severed all ties with Russian oil, ending a 12-year contract and marking a symbolic shift in regional energy security three years after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Euractiv - Environment - 11 hours ago

Marsha Blackburn: Big Beautiful Bill AI Provision Lets Big Tech Continue to 'Exploit Kids, Creators,' Conservatives

Sen. Marsha Blackburn opposes a provision in the Big Beautiful Bill that would set a ten-year moratorium on state-based AI regulations.

Breitbart - Technology - 13 hours ago

Rich flyers may foot climate bill under new tax push by 80-nation group

Several countries, including France, Kenya, Barbados, and Spain, came together on Monday to form a coalition aimed at taxing wealthy air travellers. The idea is to generate funds to help poorer...

International The News - World - 13 hours ago

Home Depot is buying GMS for about $4.3 billion as it chases more home pros

Home Depot said it expects the acquisition to be completed by early 2026.

NBC News - Business - 14 hours ago

Bombardier secures US$1.7 billion aircraft order with service deal

Bombardier BBDb.TO said on Monday it had received an order for 50 of its Challenger and Global aircraft, alongside a service agreement, valued collectively at $1.7 billion, with deliveries scheduled to commence in 2027.

CTV News - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Big, Beautiful Bill Will Defund Abortion Giant Planned Parenthood

A provision that strips abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, of funding through Medicaid will remain in the Big, Beautiful Bill.

Breitbart - Politics - 14 hours ago

Senate Republicans are in a sprint on Trump's big bill after a weekend of setbacks -- Yesterday

Democrats plan amendments to bill so Republicans can defend cuts to billionaire taxes and Medicaid, Schumer says

The Globe and Mail - World - 15 hours ago

Senate Rejects Big, Beautiful Bill Measure to Remove Illegal Aliens from Medicaid

In a 56-44 vote, the Senate rejected a measure on the Big, Beautiful Bill that would have removed illegal aliens from Medicaid.

Breitbart - Politics - 15 hours ago

Fetterman mocked after complaining about lengthy 'Big, Beautiful Bill' voting process: 'I just want to go home'

Pennsylvania Democrat Senator John Fetterman voiced his frustration with the marathon-long process of voting on President Donald Trump’s “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” expressing a preference for spending his time at the beach instead.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

AI provision in 'big, beautiful bill' scaled back after resistance from critics

Critics as varied as Marjorie Taylor Greene and the NAACP have come out against the rule.

NBC News - Politics - 15 hours ago

Medicaid changes in 'Big, Beautiful Bill' aim to address fraud

Republican lawmakers, who are facing a self-imposed July 4 deadline, proposed restructuring the Medicaid program that provides coverage for more than 70 million people.

Fox News - Business - 15 hours ago

Zohran Mamdani's 'no billionaires' dream fits HIS goal — to make us all live in equal… misery

Zohran Mamdani isn’t a socialist in name only; he’d truly love to turn New York into a socialist “utopia” — first, by doing away with billionaires.

New York Post - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Challenge to $1 Billion Music Piracy Verdict

A federal appeals court found the internet service provider was liable for subscribers’ copyright infringement because it failed to terminate their accounts.

Epoch Times - Business - 16 hours ago

Trump and his 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' just put the Senate in play

The president may get his major domestic policy agenda over the finish line, but it will come at a major cost, Eric Garcia writes from the US Senate

Independent UK - US News - 16 hours ago

Who would win and who would lose in Republicans' 'big, beautiful bill'

Businesses and higher-income households would be some of the biggest beneficiaries from tax cuts partly paid for with cuts to health insurance for lower-income households.

NBC News - Politics - 16 hours ago

White House Pushes B.S. About 'Big Beautiful Bill' as Popularity Craters

The White House insists that Trump and the GOP's reconciliation bill will "protect Medicaid" as the legislation grows unpopular with the public.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 17 hours ago

Fetterman: Big Beautiful Bill Vote Interrupted My Beach Trip

The Democrat complained the Senate’s vote-a-rama had made him miss his family vacation.

The Daily Beast - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Clio buys AI legal tech vendor vLex for $1-billion in its second major deal of 2025

Acquisition marks entry into new business for Burnaby, B.C.-based maker of legal practice management software

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 17 hours ago

DOJ charges hundreds of people in $14.6 billion healthcare fraud takedown

Watch the latest videos from the Washington Examiner, featuring in-depth analysis, commentary, and interviews. Get the latest news & issues affecting America.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Here's what's in the Senate's version of the 'big, beautiful bill'

The legislation for Trump's agenda on taxes, health care, immigration, energy and more would add $3.3 trillion to the deficit over a decade, according to the Congressional Budget Office.

NBC News - Politics - 17 hours ago

Fetterman moans about missing family beach trip to vote on Trump bill

‘Oh my God, I just want to go home,’ Fetterman said during a marathon voting session in the Senate over the president’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

Independent UK - US News - 17 hours ago

Musk shreds Trump's tax bill as 'DEBT SLAVERY,' vows to unseat Republicans who back it

Musk's latest tirade came as the voting is underway in the Senate on dozens of amendments to the massive Trump-backed tax bill.

CNBC - Politics - 18 hours ago

Musk shreds Trump bill as 'DEBT SLAVERY,' vows to unseat Republicans who back it

Musk's latest tirade came as the voting is underway in the Senate on dozens of amendments to the massive Trump-backed tax bill.

CNBC - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Senate considers amendments to Trump agenda bill amid GOP divisions

NBC News Senior National Political Reporter Sahil Kapur and Chief Justice and National Affairs Correspondent Kelly O’Donnell join Meet the Press NOW with the latest on President Trump's agenda before Congress as the Senate considers changes before its final vote.

NBC News - Politics - 18 hours ago

Billionaire scoops up Lincoln-signed Emancipation Proclamation, 13th Amendment for eye-popping price

Griffin, the founder and chief executive of Citadel, broke the auction record for a Lincoln-signed document.

New York Post - Business - 18 hours ago

Senators consider proposed amendments to Trump's big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts

With Democrats united against the Republican president’s legislation and eagerly lined up to challenge it, the voting could take all day and churn into the night.

Boston Globe - Politics - 18 hours ago

Senate GOP budget bill has little-noticed provision that could hurt your Wi-Fi

Cruz bill could take 6 GHz spectrum away from Wi-Fi, give it to mobile carriers.

Ars Technica - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Indian Immigrants Get Break as Senate Bill Waters Down Remittance Tax

The potential tax on money sent by migrants back home was slashed from five to one percent.

Newsweek - World - 19 hours ago

Senators hunker down for long day of votes on Trump's big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts

WASHINGTON (AP) — After a weekend of setbacks, the Senate is trying to sprint ahead Monday on President Donald Trump’s big bill of tax breaks and spending cuts despite a series of challenges, includin

The Columbian - Politics - 19 hours ago

Trump's Bill Could Turn The U.S. Into A Police State

ICE’s detention budget would increase 13-fold, on top of billions for other infrastructure and thousands of new officers across federal law enforcement.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Nearly 12 million people would lose health insurance under Senate GOP bill

Congressional Budget Office report from paints dark picture for America’s health.

Ars Technica - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

All 170 bills Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed in 2025, and why

Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed 168 bills so far in the 2025 legislative session, a new record. Here’s what they were.

Phoenix New Times - US News - 20 hours ago

Home Depot targets contractors, rivals with US$4.3 billion deal for GMS

Home Depot HD.N said Monday unit SRS Distribution has agreed to acquire specialty building products distributor GMS for about $4.3 billion, stepping up its efforts to capture more demand from professional contractors.

CTV News - Business - 20 hours ago

Tipped workers could soon get a new tax break. Here's what to know. -- GOP tax and spending bill would create a tax deduction for workers in tipped occupations. But not all would lower taxes for workers in tipped jobs.

GOP tax and spending bill would create a tax deduction for workers in tipped occupations. But not all would lower taxes for workers in tipped jobs.

CBS News - US News - 21 hours ago

Politics -- All 170 bills Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed in 2025, and why

Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed 168 bills so far in the 2025 legislative session, a new record. Here’s what they were.

Phoenix New Times - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Can the GOP Pass the 'Big Beautiful Bill' Without Tillis?

Here are the misleading narratives Republicans are pushing to stop more Senate defections, which could kill the megabill.

New York Magazine - Politics - 21 hours ago

Centre ends provincial electricity duty on power bills from July 1

ISLAMABAD: In a move aimed at easing the burden on electricity consumers, the federal government has abolished the provincial electricity duty on power bills effective July 1, and has officially...

International The News - Business - 22 hours ago

US Supreme Court to review billion-dollar Cox Communications copyright case

The justices took up Cox's appeal of the lower court's decision that it was still liable for copyright infringement by users of its internet service despite the decision to overturn the verdict.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Musk fumes as Trump tax bill cuts electric vehicle credits

Elon Musk slammed the U.S. Senate’s latest version of President Trump’s multi-trillion dollar tax bill.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 23 hours ago

Oman Central Bank issues Government Treasury Bills worth RO 39 million

Muscat: The total issuance of Government Treasury Bills amounted to RO 39 million, the Central Bank of Oman has announced. The value of the allotte...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 23 hours ago

Rand Paul pushes to cut corporate tax rate to 15% in 'big, beautiful bill'

Rand Paul introduced an amendment to lower the headline corporate tax rate to 15% from 21% as part of the Senate’s "vote-a-rama" process.

Washington Examiner - US News - 23 hours ago

'Vote-a-rama' drama as 5 in GOP threaten to tank 'Big Beautiful' bill

Senate to decide fate of president’s lynchpin spending bill Monday, including tax cuts and funds for thousands of new ICE agents

Independent UK - US News - 23 hours ago

GOP braces for Democratic 'vote-a-rama' blitz as Senate nears final vote on 'big, beautiful bill'

The Senate embarked on a vote-a-rama marathon session with mostly ill-fated amendments as Republicans inched toward final passage of Trump's "big, beautiful bill."

Washington Examiner - US News - 23 hours ago

Oracle stock jumps after $30 billion annual cloud deal revealed in filing

Oracle shares have jumped more than 33% this year, benefiting from cloud growth and the rise of artificial intelligence models.

CNBC - Technology - 1 day ago

Trump-Musk Feud Reignited After Senate Passes 'Big Beautiful Bill'

The feud between President Donald Trump and his once close ally, billionaire Elon Musk, has resumed after the Senate officially passed the GOP's "one big, beautiful" tax and spending bill.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Senate Continues Working on the One Big Beautiful Bill

The Senate continues working on the One Big Beautiful Bill on June 30, as Republicans push to pass it before the 4th of July.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Hong Kong's New World Development gets US$11.24 billion refinancing

Hong Kong builder New World Development said on Monday (Jun 30) it had received commitments for a HK$88.2 billion (US$11.24 billion) loan refinancing, as the builder finalises a crucial lifeline in a distressed property market. New World's refinancing, poised to be one of the largest ever seen in Hong Kong

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Senate begins vote-a-rama on Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' and more top headlines

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Fox News - World - 1 day ago

LOEFFLER: Trump's 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' could cement economic legacy for decades

Small businesses benefit from the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill Act' which prevents tax hikes, incentivizes American manufacturing, and brings millions back to the workforce

Fox News - Opinion - 1 day ago

Energy firms raise doubts over 'impossible' 2030 carbon storage target

Major oil and gas companies have long promoted carbon capture and storage (CCS) – but with an EU deadline looming, doubts are creeping in

Euractiv - Environment - 1 day ago

US Senate Edges Towards Vote On Trump's Divisive Spending Bill

US senators were inching Sunday towards a vote on Donald Trump's "big beautiful" spending bill, a hugely divisive proposal that would deliver key parts of the US president's domestic agenda while making massive cuts to social welfare programs.

International Business Times - Business - 1 day ago

GOP Sen. Tillis not seeking re-election after opposing Trump-backed bill

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., announced Sunday that he would not run for re-election, one day after he drew criticism from President Trump for opposing the party’s sweeping spending bill. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports from Capitol Hill.

NBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

Hundreds protest Jeff Bezos' extravagant wedding -- Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Venice, Italy, protesting Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos' extravagant wedding to Lauren Sanchez. Elizabeth Palmer reports on the buzz and the backlash. -- Jun 28

Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Venice, Italy, protesting Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos' extravagant wedding to Lauren Sánchez. Elizabeth Palmer reports on the buzz and the backlash.

CBS News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Republican who voted against 'big, beautiful bill' to step down after Trump threat

Thom Tillis says independent thinkers are becoming an endangered species in Washington, and he will not seek re-election after the US President threatened to back a primary challenger against him.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 1 day ago

Plan to sell off public land in the West nixed from 'big, beautiful bill' amid GOP backlash

Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) announced late Saturday that he was pulling a plan to sell up to more than 1 million acres of federal land from the Trump-backed 'One Big Beautiful Bill.'

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Is being 'big' and 'beautiful' enough for Trump's signature bill?

While President Trump used last week’s event to tick through proposals in the bill he wanted to emphasize, none of those ideas are featured in the bill’s actual name.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 1 day ago

CBS Reports - Is America in a New Gilded Age? | CBS Reports - When tech billionaires were given a front row-seat at the latest presidential inauguration - and the world's richest man gained unprecedented power over federal agencies - questions about the growing influence of today's tycoons took center stage. Is America in a new Gilded Age, or is this just the latest chapter in its struggle to balance wealth, power and democracy? Jun 28 - 43:39

When tech billionaires were given a front row-seat at the latest presidential inauguration — and the world's richest man gained unprecedented power over federal agencies — questions about the growing influence of today's tycoons took center stage. Is America in a new Gilded Age, or is this just the latest chapter in its struggle to balance wealth, power and democracy?

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Senate tax bill would add $3.3 trillion to the U.S. debt load, CBO says

The changes made to President Trump’s big tax bill in the Senate would pile trillions onto the nation’s debt load while resulting in even steeper losses in healthcare coverage, the Congressional Budget Office said in a new analysis.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Republican Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina won't seek reelection after opposing Trump's bill

Republican Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina announces he won't seek reelection, after declaring he cannot support Trump's tax and spending bill.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump addresses tension with Musk over 'big, beautiful' spending bill

President Donald Trump refrained from criticizing Elon Musk in a Fox News interview on Sunday, calling him "wonderful" despite Musk's claims that Trump's Senate bill would cause "immense strategic harm" to America.

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

'Kisses Yes, Bezos No': Hundreds protest 3rd and final day of billionaire's Venice wedding -- News

Hundreds of protesters marched through Venice's central streets on Saturday to say "No" to billionaire Jeff Bezos, his bride and their much-awaited wedding extravaganza, which reached its third and final day amid celebrity-crowded parties and the outcries of tired residents.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Tour the "Squishmallows" headquarters -- Take a tour inside the Los Angeles headquarters for "Squishmallows," the stuffed animal company worth over $11 billion. -- Jun 28

Take a tour inside the Los Angeles headquarters for "Squishmallows," the stuffed animal company worth over $11 billion.

CBS News - Entertainment - 2 days ago

'No space for Bezos': Hundreds protest against billionaire's wedding on final day of Venice celebrations

Activists vowed to make the Amazon founder's nuptials a "nightmare" for both him, his bride and their guests.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' clears key Senate hurdle after high drama

The vote came after hours of uncertainty over whether the massive package could secure enough Republican votes to move to a final Senate vote.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Elon Musk rips into 'utterly insane' Trump-backed megabill

Elon Musk, the richest man in the world, has been a critic of President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill," after serving as his biggest financial backer.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Republicans Keep Making Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Worse

Donald Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ will now cut $930 billion from Medicaid, the government health insurance program for low-income Americans.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 2 days ago

Billionaire's death after swallowing bee raises questions about rare cardiac reaction

Cardiologists discuss the rare possibility of bee-related cardiac events after Indian businessman Sunjay Kapur reportedly suffered a fatal heart attack swallowing an insect during a polo match.

Fox News - Health - 2 days ago

Bond bill blocked by Senate Republicans; passage contingent on fate of Sussex County permitting bill

DOVER— With just one day left in the 2025 legislative session, Senate Republicans defeated the state’s $977 million fiscal year 2026 capital spending plan on June 26 to continue …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Senate GOP includes steeper cuts to clean energy credits in updated tax bill

Several provisions in the new text remain the same, including support for the nuclear and geothermal industries.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Trump administration exploring $30 billion civilian nuclear deal for Iran

The tentative proposal is one of several being considered.

CNBC - US News - 3 days ago

Movies -- Billionaire Jeff Bezos marries Lauren Sanchez in lavish Venice ceremony

The sky itself is no limit for billionaire Jeff Bezos and fiancee Lauren Sanchez, who have travelled into space, and expectations were about as high ahead ...

Independent.ie - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Farmers Win With the One Big Beautiful Bill | Opinion

President Donald Trump is delivering on his promise of putting America First.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Schultz: Senate wind bill would benefit Delaware

In December 2024, Sussex County Council faced a big decision: Approve a permit that would allow clean, renewable energy from offshore wind to flow across our power grid and meet the rapidly increasing demand for electricity or deny the permit and, in doing so, deny Delawareans several great benefits.

Bay to Bay News - Opinion - 3 days ago

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Say 'I Do' in Venice Wedding Marred by Billionaire-Bashing Protests

One of the world's richest men, Bezos was able to commandeer much of the Italian city's resources. But a small portion of locals were not so welcoming.

Hollywood Reporter - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Landlord hit with water bill interest 7 years after tenant moved out in Ottawa

An Ottawa landlord says she’s on the hook for hundreds of dollars in interest on a tenant’s unpaid water bill, seven years after she says she was told the account was clear.

CTV News - Business - 3 days ago

Nike soars on a production shift away from China, but it warns of a $1-billion tariff hit

Nike’s shares are rising sharply after saying it plans to shift some of its production away from China.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 3 days ago

British billpayers saved £300m through energy flexibility in 2024, figures show

Savings were driven by lower contributions to infrastructure costs, reduced connection charges and the increased use of low-carbon energy sources.

Independent UK - Business - 4 days ago

Trump wins over lifelong Democrat with 'big, beautiful bill' and more top headlines

Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

Investors are pouring billions into longevity research. But is healthy aging possible?

Humans can fly to the Moon and AI thinks for us. But what if we could eradicate diseases and live longer? This is just what scientists are researching intensively - and investors are supporting with billions.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 4 days ago

Alberta finance minister to deliver update on last year's budget, $5.8-billion surplus forecasted

That budget was last forecast to come in with a nearly $6-billion surplus

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 4 days ago

Hiltzik: An AI firm won a lawsuit for copyright infringement — but may face a huge bill for piracy

Two federal judges in the same courthouse came to different opinions on whether AI firms are breaching copyrights, signaling more legal confusion.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Carney's signature bill to fast-track major projects becomes law

Bill C-5 has come under fire from environmental activists and Indigenous groups

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 4 days ago

U.S. Republicans agree to drop retaliatory tax from Trump's budget bill, citing G7 agreement

Proposed legislation would have allowed the U.S. to impose levies in response to ‘discriminatory or unfair taxes’ in foreign countries

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 4 days ago

Bill Moyers, former White House aide and PBS journalist, dies at 91

Moyers served as President Johnson's press secretary before his long career at CBS and in public television.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 4 days ago

Bill Ackman promises to fund centrist candidate to defeat socialist Mamdani in NYC mayoral race

Billionaire Bill Ackman wants to back a centrist candidate against democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani in NYC's mayoral race to save the city from "disastrous" socialist policies.

Fox News - Business - 4 days ago

Politics Insider: Senate passes bill to fast-track major projects

Also: Tories call for hearing on $1-billion federal loan for BC Ferries’ purchase of Chinese vessels

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 4 days ago

Her husband died after a lung transplant. Now she has to sell her home to pay the bills -- Carolyn Ray -- - -- |

The wife of a lung transplant recipient who died in May is starting to advocate for more funding to help patients who must leave the province for life-saving care. She says she has to sell her home in order to pay the bills she accrued during more than a year away.

CBC News - Health - 4 days ago

Trump touts 'One, Big, Beautiful' bill event at White House

Trump wants Congress to pass his tax and spending bill by Independence Day. Some conservative Republicans in the Senate fear it could blow out the deficit.

CNBC - Politics - 4 days ago

World Bank, IAEA collaborate on nuclear energy development and financing

Paris: The World Bank and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) launched on Thursday a novel agreement to collaborate on the safe development...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 4 days ago

Big Beautiful Bill Keeps Falling Apart, Will Pass Anyway

The budget bill is springing lots of leaks on Medicaid, taxes, and the deficit. But when Trump demands a final vote, few Republicans will defy him.

New York Magazine - Politics - 4 days ago

Tories call for hearing on $1-billion federal loan for BC Ferries' purchase of Chinese vessels

MP Dan Albas asks for a summer meeting that would hear from Chrystia Freeland and Canada Infrastructure Bank CEO

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 4 days ago

Federal infrastructure bank provided $1-billion in loans for BC Ferries to buy Chinese-made ships

Political leaders distance themselves from the deal, calling for support of domestic manufacturers

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 4 days ago

Minister steering federal border bill consults Ethics Commissioner to rule out conflict of interest

Gary Anandasangaree’s wife is director of equality at group protesting his bill

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 5 days ago

Miliband shuns £25bn UK-Morocco renewable energy project Xlinks

Whitehall sources say the government will emphasise a desire to focus on "homegrown" energy in a statement explaining its rejection of the Xlinks project, Sky News learns.

Sky News - Technology - 5 days ago

Capitol Police arrest dozens of people protesting Medicaid cuts in Trump budget bill

President Donald Trump's budget bill, which is currently with the Senate, includes deep cuts to Medicaid.

CNBC - Politics - 5 days ago

A look inside Crane Clean Energy Center at Three Mile Island nuclear plant [video]

Take a look inside Crane Clean Energy Center and hear from community leaders during the site's celebration event

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 5 days ago

RFK Jr.'s new vaccine panel lacks experience and shouldn't meet, Sen. Bill Cassidy says

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired all members of the vaccine advisory panel this month and appointed his own slate.

NBC News - Health - 5 days ago

AFN calls on senators to slow down Carney's major projects bill

Bill C-5 will be introduced at first reading in the upper chamber today

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 5 days ago

A new telescope will find billions of asteroids, galaxies and stars

The Vera Rubin Observatory captures unprecedented detail

Economist - Technology - 5 days ago

White House highlights financial impact of 'No Tax on Tips' in Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

Indiana Rep. Erin Houchin showcases President Donald Trump's "No Tax on Tips" policy with restaurant workers, exploring how the One Big Beautiful Bill aims to help middle-class Americans keep more earnings.

Fox News - Business - 6 days ago

Exclusive — Energy Secretary Chris Wright: Price of Oil Vindicates 'Trump's Agenda of Energy Dominance'

Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Tuesday walked through what the U.S. has done to become "energy dominant."

Breitbart - Technology - 6 days ago

Economy -- Trump's 'Beautiful Bill' Threatens Aid for Thousands in South Florida

The bill aims to slash millions in aid funding, potentially impacting thousands who rely on government support programs.

Miami New Times - US News - 7 days ago

Tight deadline for Hungary to unlock billions in EU support

Orban’s budget roulette weakens Hungary’s economy, undermining public projects and private enterprise.

Euractiv - Business - 7 days ago

How a data center company uses stranded renewable energy

Some companies are paying low rates for renewable energy that would otherwise go unused.

Ars Technica - Science - 10 days ago

Rogers sells minority stake in wireless infrastructure for $7-billion

Consortium led by Blackstone and including four of Canada’s largest pension plans to hold 20% voting interest

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 10 days ago

Massive data leak exposes 16 billion passwords to hackers

Billions of login credentials, including passwords for Google, Facebook and Apple accounts, have been leaked and compiled into massive online datasets,...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 10 days ago

Filipino artists reject Senate bill expanding powers of film and TV regulating body

“We express deep concern that vague and expansive censorship criteria, especially those related to national reputation and political stability, could be weaponized against filmmakers tackling socially relevant or critical themes.”

Global Voices - Entertainment - 12 days ago

Ditching Russian gas could cost EU state €16 billion – Reuters

Slovakia may face penalties for ending a long-term contract with Gazprom early under the Brussels’ phaseout plan

Russia Today - Business - 12 days ago

Senate Passes Crypto Bill 'Genius Act' in Bipartisan Vote

Sen. Cynthia Lummis said she is ‘excited about the momentum’ in Washington over cryptocurrency.

Epoch Times - Business - 13 days ago

Renewable Energy -- Wind and Solar Energy Are Cheaper Than Electricity from Fossil-Fuel Plants

Even without subsidies, renewable energy is staying competitive with power from gas and coal

Scientific American - Environment - 13 days ago

Schultz: Delaware needs offshore wind energy

In December 2024, Sussex County Council faced a momentous decision: Approve a permit that would allow clean, renewable energy from offshore wind to flow across our power grid and meet the rapidly increasing demand for electricity or deny the permit and, in doing so, deny Delawareans several great benefits.

Bay to Bay News - Opinion - 14 days ago

Pass renewable energy bill today, so Illinois residents can save money tomorrow

Inaction could set back the state's economy and increase the risk of blackouts, says the executive director of Illinois Solar Energy & Storage Association, Also, public media funding cuts, Tesla and the difficulty of watching Chicago sports on TV.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 15 days ago

Vista and Blackstone quietly buy Assent, valuing Ottawa compliance software company at $1.3-billion

Long-standing investors cash in with lucrative exit including lone Canadian institutional backer, First Ascent Ventures

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 15 days ago

Gemini: Scattered energy won't produce effective results

Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.

Sydney Morning Herald - Weird - 16 days ago

Badenoch to call for end to energy windfall tax and oil licence ban

The Conservative leader will accuse Labour of “killing” the oil and gas industry

Independent UK - Politics - 18 days ago

MPs urged to block assisted dying bill over anorexia 'loophole'

Exclusive: More than 250 people who have suffered with eating disorders penned a letter to MPs warning: ‘If this bill had been law during the years many of us were struggling, we would have used it to end our lives’

Independent UK - Politics - 19 days ago

U.S. budget deficit hit $316 billion in May, annual shortfall up 14% from year ago

The U.S. government drifted further into red ink in May, with a burgeoning debt and deficit issue getting worse.

CNBC - Business - 19 days ago

Japanese energy company signs deals with US natural gas producers

JERA will be purchasing up to 5.5 million tons per year of LNG from the U.S. suppliers.

Washington Examiner - Environment - 19 days ago

Commentary: The Johor-Singapore SEZ will need a lot of energy – nuclear power might be the key

Singapore and Malaysia both face energy challenges that could undermine the long-term viability of the special economic zone, says Dr Victor Nian from the Centre for Strategic Energy and Resources.

Channel NewsAsia - Opinion - 19 days ago

Lords' objections to Data Bill over copyright threatens its existence – minister

Technology minister Sir Chris Bryant hopes a promise of progress updates on copyright and AI will be enough to satisfy peers.

Independent UK - Politics - 20 days ago

More than £1 billion paid to those wronged by Horizon scandal, Government says

The announcement comes after lead campaigner Sir Alan Bates said redress schemes had ‘turned into quasi-kangaroo courts’.

Independent UK - Politics - 22 days ago

Can we afford to transition to clean energy?

Sun, wind, water, and Earth’s heat — they’re abundant, carbon-free, and cheaper to harness than ever. But what’s the true price of overhauling our energy system? Is clean power really the cheaper path? In Part 2 of our series on The Cost of Climate Change, we head to outback Australia to meet an accidental ally in the race to ditch fossil fuels.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 27 days ago

Cicada Season Is Here As Billions Of Screaming Insects Emerge

The latest swarm is largest in Georgia, southern Ohio, Kentucky, Cape Cod in Massachusetts, and Long Island, New York.

Huffington Post - Science - 1 month ago

With a foreign investment valued at $7 billion, the Syrian government has signed a strategic MOU with a consortium of international companies led by UCC Holding to develop large-scale Power Generation Projects

Damascus: Under the patronage of His Excellency Ahmed Al Sharaa, President of the Syrian Arab Republic, the Syrian government has signed a strategic M...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Hailey Bieber Just Sold Her Beauty Brand For $1 Billion

“As I’ve said, this is only the beginning,” the celebrity wrote on social media.

Huffington Post - Business - 1 month ago

Musk says Trump's big bill undermines DOGE; president cites political realities

Musk criticized President Donald Trump's signature spending bill that recently passed the House.

CNBC - Business - 1 month ago

Google facing £25 billion legal claim over abuse of search advertising market

The US tech giant has been accused of abusing its dominant position in online search to overcharge advertisers.

Evening Standard - Technology - 1 month ago

Billy Joel diagnosed with brain condition — what to know about his treatment options

Singer Billy Joel has been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, leading to concert cancellations. Discover how this condition impacts brain function and treatment.

Fox News - Health - 1 month ago

Oracle Said to Buy $40 Billion of Nvidia Chips for OpenAI's US Data Center

OpenAI's data center will help the firm reduce its dependence on Microsoft, its largest backer.

NDTV - Technology - 1 month ago

Billy Joel cancels concert dates over brain condition

New York: Pop great Billy Joel cancelled a series of global tour dates after being diagnosed with a brain condition that worsened because of recent pe...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Critical AirPlay 'Airborne' flaws put billions of Apple devices at risk

Doha, Qatar: If you haven t updated your IOS system yet, you might be vulnerable to zero click full access ransomware or espionage attacks, according...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 1 month ago

Shares in China's CATL, world's biggest EV battery maker, surge in Hong Kong after $4.6 billion IPO

Hong Kong-trade shares in CATL, the world’s largest maker of batteries for electric vehicles, have jumped after the company raised around $4.6 billion in the biggest initial public offering globally this year.

AP News - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Nebraska to ban soda and energy drinks from SNAP under first USDA waiver

Nebraska is the first state to receive a federal waiver to ban the purchase of soda and energy drinks under the food benefit program for low-income Americans long known as food stamps.

AP News - Health - 1 month ago

Taxpayers in metro Phoenix still footing the bill for Joe Arpaio's immigration crackdowns

Taxpayer costs from a racial profiling verdict arising from then-Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s immigration crackdowns well over a decade ago are expected to reach $352 million by mid-2026.

AP News - US News - 1 month ago

Trump signs a bill to make posting 'revenge porn' a federal crime. He had the first lady sign, too

President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, will be hosting a bill-signing ceremony for the Take It Down Act.

AP News - Politics - 1 month ago

Bill Belichick Opens Up About Relationship with 24-Year-Old on GMA

Bill Belichick opened up about his controversial relationship with 24-year-old Jordon Hudson.

Inside Edition - Sports - 1 month ago

House Republicans include a 10-year ban on US states regulating AI in 'big, beautiful' bill

House Republicans surprised tech industry watchers and outraged many state governments when they added a clause to Republicans’ signature “big, beautiful” tax bill that bans states and localities from regulating artificial intelligence for a decade.

AP News - Technology - 1 month ago

Trump administration again blocked from cutting billions in federal health money

A federal judge says the government must stop slashing billions in money for public health departments. U.S.

AP News - Health - 1 month ago

Higher Prices, Rolling Blackouts: The Northwest Is Bracing for the Effects of a Lagging Green Energy Push

Oregon and Washington are nowhere near achieving their clean energy goals. The dramatic consequences are already being felt.

ProPublica - Environment - 1 month ago

Doug Burgum lauds Trump's energy policies shifting '180 degrees' from Biden's

President Donald Trump jumpstarted efforts to expedite natural gas exports that the Biden administration paused to study environmental effects.

Washington Examiner - Environment - 1 month ago

Bill Belichick's Family Speaks Out After Trainwreck Interview

Bill Belichick's family has spoken out after his trainwreck interview with CBS Mornings' Tony Dokoupil. Belichick's daughter-in-law Jennifer Belichick took aim at 24-year-old Jordon Hudson without using her name.

Inside Edition - Sports - 1 month ago

Are Bill Belichick and Jordan Hudson Engaged?

Rumors are swirling after Jordan Husdon was photographed wearing a ring that appeared to be on her ring finger.

Inside Edition - Sports - 2 months ago

Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson Say They're Being Unfairly Tarnished

Legendary football coach Bill Belichick and his 24-year-old girlfriend Jordon Hudson were tight-lipped as they left their hotel in New York on Tuesday

Inside Edition - Sports - 2 months ago

Netanyahu backs proposal to cancel 200-shekel bills as economic blow to Hamas

Netanyahu called it an 'excellent idea' and will discuss it with the central bank chief, despite objections; Sa’ar says citizens won’t be harmed; economists warn the plan to crush Hamas financially is unfeasible

YNET News - Top Stories - 2 months ago

Every bill Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed in 2025

Gov. Katie Hobbs has vetoed 168 bills so far in the 2025 legislative session, a new record. Here’s what they were.

Phoenix New Times - Politics - 2 months ago

Why is China investing in renewable energy in Kazakhstan?

China’s investments in renewables in Kazakhstan allow Chinese companies to export their excess capacities to profitable foreign markets but also help China mask its environmental damage and create a favorable perception abroad.

Global Voices - Health - 2 months ago

NC House lawmakers pass bill banning emergency aid discrimination after FEMA Trump sign debacle

NC lawmakers have passed legislation banning discriminations in emergency relief after reports that FEMA skipped houses with Trump signs after Hurricane Milton in 2024.

Fox News - Environment - 2 months ago

Billionaire spacewalker highlights Mars trip for astronauts in his bid to become NASA's next chief

The nominee for NASA's top job is outlining his vision for space exploration. President Donald Trump nominated billionaire spacewalker Jared Isaacman to become NASA's 15th administrator.

AP News - Science - 2 months ago

After decade of delays, pressure mounts on Indonesia to pass Indigenous rights bill -- Hans Nicholas Jong

JAKARTA — Rights activists have lambasted Indonesia’s parliament for delaying yet again a long-awaited Indigenous rights bill — stuck in limbo for more than a decade — even as communities continue to lose millions of hectares of land and face criminalization for defending their ancestral territories. The bill is widely seen as a crucial step […]

Mongabay - Environment - 2 months ago

Hahn & Co. completes acquisition of SK Specialty for $1.8 billion

Korean private equity firm Hahn & Company (Hahn & Co.) said Tuesday it has finalized the acquisition of an 85 percent stake in SK Specialty from SK Corp. for approximately 2.6 trillion won ($1.8 billion), three months after signing a stock purchase agreement in December.

Korea Times - Top Stories - 3 months ago

How Elon Musk, George Soros and Other Billionaires Are Shaping the Most Expensive Court Race in U.S. History

Ten years ago, Wisconsin approved unlimited political spending. Now, as spending for its Supreme Court race surpasses more than $80 million, some campaign reformers are wondering if the state is reaching a tipping point.

ProPublica - Politics - 3 months ago

Germany's ERGO Group acquires Israel's NEXT Insurance for $2.6 billion in cash deal

Small-business insurer, which employs 700 workers, 200 of whom in Israel, acquired at 35% discount from 2023 valuation; deal marks ERGO’s entry into US insurance market as part of Munich Re’s global expansion

YNET News - Business - 3 months ago

Still rents, rides public transit: How billionaire CEO Assaf Rappaport led Wiz to a record exit

Despite Wiz’s $32B Google acquisition, Rappaport lives modestly, renting an apartment and commuting by public transit; known for his bold leadership and activism, he’s redefining success in high-tech while staying true to his values

YNET News - Business - 3 months ago

Why did Google pay $32 billion for Wiz? Behind the tech giant's biggest buy ever

Google plans to fold Wiz’s cloud security platform into a new cybersecurity division, enhancing AI-driven infrastructure and protecting sensitive data; Israeli startup’s seamless tech positions Google to compete directly with Microsoft

YNET News - Technology - 3 months ago

Google parent company to acquire Wiz for $33 billion in biggest exit in Israeli high-tech history

Eight months after talks collapsed, Alphabet to acquire Israeli company in its largest deal ever; firm will remain independent in Israel, with founders set to pocket $2-3B; its 1,800 employees will receive sale and retention grants worth millions

YNET News - Business - 3 months ago

Google's parent Alphabet in advanced talks to acquire Wiz for $30 billion

Israeli cybersecurity firm Wiz could be acquired soon , the Wall Street Journal reports; comes nearly a year after the two companies came close to signing a $23 billion deal

YNET News - Business - 3 months ago

War gives El Al record year - net profit soared to more than half a billion dollars

Revenue in 2024 amounted to $3.4 billion - an increase of 37%, partly due to a 14% increase in the average price per passenger compared to 2023. In the fourth quarter, its market share on routes to the US broke a record with 97.5%.

YNET News - Business - 3 months ago

Taiwan eyes Israeli role in $100 billion semiconductor investment tied to Trump's AI push

Taiwan’s top envoy to Israel says Israel will play a crucial role in a new $100 billion cooperation agreement between Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and US President Donald Trump’s administration, calling the partnership 'essential' for the future of artificial intelligence

YNET News - Technology - 3 months ago

Trump, Taiwanese chipmaker announce new $100 billion plan to build five new US factories

‘It’s a matter of national security for us,’ Trump says

Voice of America - Technology - 3 months ago

Criminals offering fake help with fuel bills in digital wallet scam

The mobile phone scam has links to international crime groups

Independent UK - Technology - 4 months ago

An ex-NBA player's plan for a $5-billion Las Vegas arena is an empty pit. What went wrong?

A former NBA player repeatedly promised to build a resort-arena on the Las Vegas Strip. Investors and Nevada officials believed him. Then it all fell apart.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 4 months ago

Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour ends with $2 billion in ticket sales

Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour" earned $2 billion in gross ticket sales, according to The New York Times. Swift took the stage for the final time on Dec. 8 in Vancouver.

Fox News - Business - 6 months ago

'Inside Out 2' Becomes First Animated Movie To Sell $1 Billion Worth Of Tickets Outside US

The milestone marked the second record set by the Pixar Animation Studios sequel, which last month surpassed Pixar's "Frozen II" as the highest-grossing animated feature.

International Business Times - Entertainment - 6 months ago

National Clean Energy Week: Clean energy solutions for a stronger America

“National Clean Energy Week: Clean energy solutions for a stronger America” is a Special Advertising supplement to The Washington Times.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 6 months ago

Miliband's promises of cheap and easy energy don't add up

Labour’s approach means higher costs for families, jobs lost overseas and higher global emissions

Telegraph UK - Business - 7 months ago

The Trump U-turn that could net tech bros billions

Cryptocurrencies have surged on hopes of a more favourable White House regime

Telegraph UK - Technology - 7 months ago

The Department of Energy Promised This Tribal Nation a $32 Million Solar Grant. It's Nearly Impossible to Access.

Washington’s Yakama Nation received both the grant and a $100 million federal loan. Held up by a series of bureaucratic hurdles, the funding could expire before the government lets the tribal nation touch a dime.

ProPublica - Environment - 9 months ago

OpenAI, creator of ChatGPT, on trajectory to bring in $1 billion

OpenAI, the firm that made AI chatbot ChatGPT, will reportedly bring in 10 figures of revenue on its current trajectory, according to a Tuesday report from The Information.

Fox News - Business - 11 months ago

Abramovich flew to Ankara, might sell Chelsea FC to Turkish billionaire: report

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, the owner of the Chelsea Football Club, flew to Turkey on Wednesday, as he aims to finalize the sale of Chelsea, according to a special report by the Dailymail news website.

Turkish Minute - Sports - 1 year ago