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Trump’s 50% Tariff on Brazil Sparks Legal Firestorm as Emergency Powers Face Scrutiny

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David Goldfarb

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California Bishop Grants Mass Exemption Over Immigration Raid Fears

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Jeff Bezos Offloads $666 Million in Amazon Shares as Part of Multi-Billion-Dollar Stock Sale Plan

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Japan’s Central Bank Faces Inflation Squeeze as Wages Lag and Tariff Threats Loom

Personal Finance

Gen Z Defies the Housing Crisis: How Young Americans Are Carving a Path to Homeownership

Amid high prices, low inventory, and rising rates, a new generation is rewriting the rules of real estate

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Congress Pushes Controversial Medicaid Work Rules in Sweeping GOP Bill

The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” could strip coverage from millions by requiring Medicaid recipients to prove 80 hours of work each month — with experts warning of widespread harm to low-income Americans.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Mortgage Rates Hover Near 7% as Market Activity Remains Sluggish

Homebuyers face stagnant interest rates, elevated home prices, and tight inventory, keeping demand and refinancing in a narrow range despite broader economic and geopolitical shifts.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Economy

Federal Reserve Proposes Redefining What Qualifies as a 'Well-Managed' Bank

New rule could allow banks with a single deficiency to still qualify for critical privileges—drawing sharp criticism from former regulators.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Fed Officials Signal Rate Cuts Ahead, But Sharp Divisions Remain Over Timing and Scale

Minutes from the June FOMC meeting reveal a cautious outlook with growing disagreement on when — and how much — to cut interest rates as inflation, tariffs, and labor trends pull policy in different directions.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Bank of Korea Holds Rates at 2.5% Amid Soaring Seoul Housing Prices and Debt Worries

As real estate prices surge over 19% in Seoul and household debt hits new highs, the central bank pauses rate cuts to evaluate the impact of recent lending curbs.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Investing

Two Men Charged in $650 Million Global Crypto Fraud That Promised 300% Returns

U.S. authorities expose OmegaPro as a global Ponzi scheme that misled thousands with flashy marketing and empty promises of wealth.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Universal’s Downtown Deal Under EU Antitrust Scrutiny

European regulators are investigating Universal Music Group’s acquisition of Deutsche Grammophon’s operations in Hamburg, raising concerns about potential competition restrictions in the digital music and distribution markets.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

JPMorgan Chase Expands Mobile App with Bond Trading Tools as It Eyes $1 Trillion in Managed Assets

The U.S. banking giant introduces new fixed-income features to attract active investors and challenge online brokerage leaders in the trillion-dollar wealth management race.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

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Federal Reserve Proposes Redefining What Qualifies as a 'Well-Managed' Bank

New rule could allow banks with a single deficiency to still qualify for critical privileges—drawing sharp criticism from former regulators.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Former X CEO Linda Yaccarino Temporarily Loses Verified Status After Abrupt Exit

Yaccarino's blue checkmark vanishes hours after her resignation, raising questions about internal shifts and platform policies under Elon Musk’s leadership.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Trump’s Expanding Tariff Threats Overshadow Macron’s Royal UK Visit

As France’s President enjoys regal hospitality in Britain, global focus shifts to looming U.S. tariffs that may reshape EU trade and unsettle global markets.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Pentagon to Become MP Materials’ Largest Shareholder With $400 Million Deal to Boost U.S. Rare Earth Independence

Defense Department’s investment aims to secure domestic rare earth magnet supply chain amid rising tension with China and growing demand for military technology.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Don Lemon’s Lawsuit Against Elon Musk and X Heads to Trial After Judge Rejects Dismissal Bid

San Francisco court allows breach of contract and fraud claims to proceed in case tied to a canceled content deal and a controversial interview.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Trump’s 50% Tariff on Brazil Could Spike Coffee Prices Across the U.S.

With Brazil supplying a third of America’s coffee, new trade duties could worsen inflation and drive up your daily caffeine fix.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Levi Strauss Boosts Full-Year Sales Outlook Despite Tariff Headwinds, Says It Will Shoulder Costs—for Now

Strong global demand and direct-to-consumer growth help Levi’s offset rising tariff pressures, but executives warn trade policy shifts could impact future pricing.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Trump Hosts Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at White House as Chip Giant Becomes First to Close Above $4 Trillion Market Cap

Nvidia’s historic stock milestone comes amid rising U.S.-China tech tensions, export restrictions, and a high-stakes meeting with the president.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Backed by Sundar Pichai and $92 Million in Funding, This CEO Reveals the One ‘Superpower’ Every Entrepreneur Needs

Caesar Sengupta, former Google exec and CEO of Arta Finance, shares how meditation became his most powerful tool in navigating the emotional chaos of startup life.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Trump’s 50% Tariff on Brazil Sparks Legal Firestorm as Emergency Powers Face Scrutiny

New tariffs tied to Bolsonaro’s prosecution stretch Trump’s authority under IEEPA, triggering backlash from lawmakers and legal experts amid an ongoing court battle.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Trump Slaps 35% Tariff on Canadian Goods Starting Aug. 1, Warns of Harsher Penalties if Ottawa Strikes Back

New trade tensions erupt as Trump links fentanyl and digital tax disputes to sweeping tariff hikes, escalating pressure on one of America’s closest trading partners.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Starbucks China Draws Multiple Bids Valuing Coffee Giant Up to $10 Billion, Sources Reveal

Starbucks reviews offers amid strategic plans to maintain significant stake and drive growth in the expanding Chinese market

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Trump Appoints Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy as Interim NASA Administrator Amid Leadership Vacuum

Duffy steps in temporarily following withdrawn nomination of Jared Isaacman, as NASA faces significant staff departures and budget uncertainty

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Oak View Group CEO Tim Leiweke Resigns Amid Federal Bid-Rigging Charges Tied to $338M UT Arena Deal

Department of Justice indictment alleges conspiracy to eliminate competition for the University of Texas' Moody Center project; $16.5 million in penalties issued to Oak View and Legends.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Fed Officials Signal Rate Cuts Ahead, But Sharp Divisions Remain Over Timing and Scale

Minutes from the June FOMC meeting reveal a cautious outlook with growing disagreement on when — and how much — to cut interest rates as inflation, tariffs, and labor trends pull policy in different directions.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

WK Kellogg Stock Soars 50% on Reports of $3 Billion Acquisition Deal with Ferrero

Italian chocolate giant Ferrero is reportedly finalizing a multi-billion-dollar deal to acquire the iconic U.S. cereal brand, signaling a strategic expansion in the American packaged foods market.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

California Bishop Grants Mass Exemption Over Immigration Raid Fears

Bishop Alberto Rojas of San Bernardino suspends Mass attendance requirements for parishioners fearing ICE raids—marking a rare use of canonical dispensation due to immigration enforcement.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Bitcoin Surges Past $112,000 for the First Time, Fueled by Nvidia-Driven Tech Rally

A record-setting day for both crypto and tech stocks signals renewed risk appetite, as institutional buying and ETF inflows propel Bitcoin’s breakout.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Linda Yaccarino Resigns as CEO of Elon Musk’s X Amid Controversy and Shifting Strategy

Her exit follows two turbulent years leading X through major changes, advertiser exits, and the platform’s integration with Musk’s AI venture valued at $80 billion.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Brazil Vows Retaliation After Trump Imposes 50% Tariff on Imports, Citing Bolsonaro Prosecution and Trade Disputes

President Lula da Silva invokes new reciprocity law as Brazil pushes back against U.S. tariffs seen as politically motivated; Brazilian currency drops 2% amid rising trade tensions.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Amazon Web Services Unveils Custom Cooling Tech for Nvidia’s Powerful AI Chips

To meet soaring AI infrastructure demands, AWS has developed in-house cooling hardware—bypassing third-party solutions—to handle the heat from Nvidia’s latest GPU clusters.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Trump Confirms 50% Tariff on Copper Imports Starting August 1 Amid National Security Concerns

With copper deemed vital to U.S. defense and tech industries, the tariff could spike domestic prices and widen global market gaps as Washington aims to revive local production.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Bank of Korea Holds Rates at 2.5% Amid Soaring Seoul Housing Prices and Debt Worries

As real estate prices surge over 19% in Seoul and household debt hits new highs, the central bank pauses rate cuts to evaluate the impact of recent lending curbs.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

After Diddy’s Conviction, the Future of His Business Empire Hangs in the Balance

From fashion and spirits to media and music, Sean Combs’ once-thriving empire faces massive fallout following his criminal conviction.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Tesla’s Crisis Runs Deeper Than Elon Musk’s Political Drama

With plunging sales, fading profits, and regulatory setbacks, the EV giant faces a mounting storm that politics alone can't explain.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Elon Musk Snaps at Tesla Analyst Dan Ives Over Board Proposals: “Shut Up, Dan”

Tensions rise as Musk faces pressure over political distractions, board oversight, and Tesla’s faltering stock.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Trump Blasts Putin Over Ukraine War: “I’m Not Happy With Him”

Former President calls out Russian leader’s “bulls---” and criticizes stalled efforts to end ongoing conflict.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Supreme Court Clears Path for Trump’s Federal Workforce Overhaul

Justices allow large-scale government staff reductions to proceed, igniting constitutional debate over executive power and agency control.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Apple’s Longtime COO Jeff Williams to Retire After 27 Years at the Company

Sabih Khan set to step into the operations leadership role as Apple navigates a shifting global supply chain landscape.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Jeff Bezos Offloads $666 Million in Amazon Shares as Part of Multi-Billion-Dollar Stock Sale Plan

The Amazon founder continues executing his long-term strategy to sell 25 million shares by 2026, following a high-profile $50 million wedding.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Elon Musk’s Grok AI Under Fire for Antisemitic Remarks During Online Interaction

The chatbot, developed by Musk’s xAI, sparked outrage after praising Hitler and amplifying hate speech—despite claims of a recent major update.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Two Men Charged in $650 Million Global Crypto Fraud That Promised 300% Returns

U.S. authorities expose OmegaPro as a global Ponzi scheme that misled thousands with flashy marketing and empty promises of wealth.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

China’s Producer Prices See Sharpest Drop Since 2023 as Deflationary Pressures Deepen

Persistent price wars, weakening demand, and policy hesitation are fueling a prolonged deflation spiral in the world’s second-largest economy.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Trump’s New Tariffs Threaten Deeper Economic Slowdown in Japan and South Korea

As growth falters and trade tensions rise, fresh U.S. tariffs could deepen economic woes for two of Asia’s biggest export-driven economies.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Super Micro to Expand AI Server Production in Europe Amid Soaring Demand

Company sets sights on broader European footprint as regional AI needs skyrocket and global tech giants deepen their presence.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

China Remains Silent as Trump Claims TikTok Deal Is Nearly Finalized

With a looming U.S. ban and national security concerns intensifying, China avoids confirming approval of a forced TikTok sale despite Trump stating a deal is nearly complete.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Markets Slide as Trump Unveils Surprise Tariffs on Japan, South Korea and Others

U.S. stocks drop sharply after new tariffs rattle investor confidence; global markets brace for more policy volatility ahead of the extended August 1 deadline.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Trump Extends Tariff Deadline Again, Keeping Global Trade Talks in Limbo

The anticipated July 9 tariff deadline turned out to be yet another delay, as President Trump extends negotiations with over 60 countries and ramps up pressure with surprise announcements and executive actions.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Apple’s ‘F1’ Races to Top as Highest-Grossing Film in Company History

The high-octane racing drama has brought in over $293 million globally, powered by IMAX and a theatrical-first strategy—but profitability may still be a few laps away.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Jack Dorsey Unveils ‘Bitchat’: A Peer-to-Peer Messaging App That Works Without Internet or Servers

Built on Bluetooth mesh networks, Bitchat offers encrypted, ephemeral messaging with zero accounts, zero servers, and total user control—ushering in a new era of decentralized communication.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

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