Ghiles Slamani
US Egg Market Sees Rare Price Dip as Bird Flu Pressures Persist
After months of relentless increases, U.S. egg prices have finally started to fall. But behind this brief relief lies a stubborn mix of factors keeping prices high—from the lingering impact…
Millions of U.S. Households Struggle to Meet Basic Living Costs, Study Reveals
A new study shows most U.S. households no longer earn enough to cover even the basics. Rising costs in key areas like housing and health care are outpacing wages for…
COLA 2026 Forecast Reveals Smallest Social Security Hike in Five Years
An early forecast for the 2026 Social Security COLA points to the smallest increase since 2021. As inflation slows, benefits are expected to grow more modestly, leaving many retirees bracing…
Mexico Cattle Trade Halted as US Fears Flesh-Eating Parasite
The US has shut its border to live cattle from Mexico over fears of a flesh-eating parasite. The decision follows reports of an outbreak in Mexico’s southern states. While trade…
Trump Signs Executive Order to Slash Drug Costs Using Global Pricing Benchmark
A new executive order signals a major shift in how the US approaches drug pricing. By linking Medicare payments to the lowest prices paid by other countries, Trump revives a…
Social Security Update: May 14 Payments Bring Higher Checks for Eligible Retirees
The next round of Social Security payments will be distributed on 14 May, reflecting this year’s COLA increase. With millions relying on these funds each month, the new adjustments could…
Elon Musk Confirms ‘Quiet Trial’ of Trump’s $5 Million Gold Card Visa
A new US visa is undergoing a discreet trial phase, offering affluent investors a direct route to residency and eventual citizenship. Developed under the oversight of Elon Musk and introduced…
Medicaid on the Line as House Republicans Reveal £880 Billion in Spending Cuts
A new Republican bill could reshape Medicaid for over 70 million Americans. At stake are £880 billion in proposed savings, driven by work mandates and eligibility checks. As lawmakers prepare…
How Trump’s Spending Limits Are Quietly Paralyzing U.S. Agencies
A silent freeze on federal spending is stalling daily operations across U.S. agencies. From research labs to weather services, vital work has been forced to a standstill under new approval…
Trump Cuts Funding for Infant Heart Device After Grant Approval Reversed
A groundbreaking project aimed at supporting infants with severe heart conditions has suddenly come to a halt. The Trump administration revoked a major research grant just weeks after approval, without…
Why SSI Recipients Will See Two Payments in May — But Only Some Will Benefit
Some SSI recipients in the United States will notice two deposits this May, prompting widespread attention. While it might seem like a bonus, it's not additional aid. A technical shift…
Trump’s War on Colleges Faces Backlash From The Majority of Americans
As former President Donald Trump intensifies his pressure on elite universities, a clear divide is emerging. A recent national poll reveals growing public unease with federal threats against institutions like…
U.N. Agency Partners With Trump to Assist Immigrants in Self-Deportation Plan
Involving IOM, an organisation that has assisted millions in returning to their homelands in a safe and dignified manner, has raised questions about the ethics and effectiveness of the administration's…
DOGE to Overhaul Federal Retirement System: Major Deadline Announced
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is set to launch a new digital retirement system that promises to speed up processing times significantly. Starting June 2, 2025, paper submissions will…
Confirmed Social Security Payments: How to Get the Maximum $5,108 per Month in Retirement
For many retirees, Social Security is a vital income source, but not everyone will get the maximum payout. The key to unlocking $5,108 per month lies in timing your retirement…
DOGE’s $40B Spending Cut: Over 500,000 Federal Cards Deactivated
In an unprecedented move to curb government spending, DOGE has suspended over 500,000 federal credit cards. This initiative, which affects 32 federal agencies, aims to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce the…
US on High Alert as H5N1 Bird Flu Threatens to Evolve into Pandemic
With H5N1 bird flu spreading across the globe, experts are increasingly concerned that the virus could mutate and lead to a pandemic. The US has reported human cases of the…
Measles Makes a Comeback: Cases Surge Worldwide in 2025
Measles is rapidly spreading across the globe, with cases rising sharply in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Health experts are concerned that this surge could signal a return to epidemic…
Baby Products Hit by Tariffs: Parents Face Price Increases and Shortages
Rising tariffs on Chinese imports have begun to impact the baby products industry, leading to steep price hikes and potential shortages. With over 70% of essential baby gear sourced from…
DOGE’s Push for Federal Data Pooling Could Expose Millions of Personal Records
The U.S. government’s new plan to centralise federal data under DOGE has sparked concerns over the safety of sensitive personal information.
REAL ID Now Mandatory for Domestic Flights Across the US After Years of Delays
The federal government’s REAL ID requirement has officially taken effect, altering the identification rules for domestic air travel across the United States. Passengers without a compliant ID may still board…
Trump’s $1,000 Incentive: Will Migrants Choose Self-Deportation?
In an effort to reduce deportation costs, the Trump administration has unveiled a programme offering migrants $1,000 to voluntarily return to their home countries. This initiative, designed to cut the…
The 170,000 SSA Beneficiaries Who Could Lose Benefits Under New Proposal
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is considering a proposal that could disrupt payments for 170,000 beneficiaries, including the elderly, disabled, and low-income individuals. This potential policy change targets representative payees…
Trump Moves to Slash Drug Import Reliance with New Executive Order
President Trump has signed a sweeping executive order that could reshape the U.S. pharmaceutical landscape. Focused squarely on drug manufacturing, the policy is designed to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers…
Tariffs to Stay: US Shoppers Face ‘Shared Sacrifice’ as Trump Trade Plans Hit Holiday Prices
As the White House doubles down on its trade war strategy, American households are bracing for steeper prices on everyday items. With Europe stepping back from US imports and boycotts…
Harvard Loses Access to US Research Funding Amid Clash With Trump Administration
The Trump administration has suspended billions in research funding to Harvard, citing concerns over campus antisemitism, race-based policies and ideological bias. With the university refusing to comply, the White House…
Omega Block Brings Flood Threats to the Northeast U.S. – Unusual Weather Pattern to Cause Havoc
A rare weather pattern, the Omega block, is set to bring heavy rain and flash flood risks to millions across the United States. This unusual atmospheric shift will affect both…
What Green Card Holders Need to Know Before Traveling Outside the U.S.
Green card holders face increasing challenges when traveling outside the U.S., especially with strict immigration policies. Criminal history, political activity, and country of origin are all factors that could complicate…
Trump Moves to Shield TikTok From Ban While Sale Negotiations Continue
TikTok’s future in the United States hangs in the balance once more. President Trump has extended the looming ban, offering the app a short window to finalise a deal. With…
Trump’s Foreign Film Tariff Sparks Global Industry Shockwaves
President Trump has unleashed a sweeping 100% tariff on films made outside the US, citing national security concerns. The surprise decision has sent shockwaves through the global entertainment industry, leaving…
Trump Downplays Tariff Pain, Says Cheap Fuel Outweighs Costly Imports
President Trump is making headlines again after minimising the impact of rising prices caused by new tariffs. As petrol prices fall, he argues they offset the cost of pricier goods.…
Why There’s No Social Security Payment Coming on May 7, 2025
Social Security recipients expecting a deposit on May 7 may find their accounts quiet. It’s not an error or a delay, but a result of how the payment calendar is…
The Hidden Costs of Tariffs on Your Favorite Brands: Coca-Cola, Amazon, and More
Major consumer brands are feeling the impact of rising tariffs, especially those importing goods from China. Coca-Cola, Amazon, and Adidas are facing rising costs, with some brands forced to raise…
Student Loan Collections Resumed: What Every Borrower Needs to Know Starting May 5
After a long pause, federal student loan collections resume on May 5, 2025. The move impacts millions of borrowers who have not been required to make payments since 2020. From…
CIA Faces Deep Staffing Cuts Under Trump’s Federal Downsizing Plan
The Trump administration is preparing to shrink the CIA’s workforce as part of a broader push to reduce federal staffing. Internal sources describe the move as calculated and methodical, not…
Visa Fears Halt Summer Travel Plans for International Students Across the US
A surge in visa terminations is upending the summer plans of international students across the United States. Universities are issuing urgent travel advisories, and many students are now grounded by…
Trump’s Economy Holds Strong with 177,000 Jobs Added in April
The US economy added 177,000 jobs in April, surpassing expectations and offering a boost to President Trump. Despite fears over the impact of his tariff policies, the labour market shows…
Trump’s China Tariffs Hit Gamers Hard: Xbox and PlayStation Prices are Skyrocketing
The cost of gaming is no longer just in the games themselves. Under Trump’s revived tariff regime, consoles and accessories imported from China are now considerably more expensive. Industry leaders…
Trump’s Third Term: From Joke to Serious Talk
Trump’s offhand remarks about a third term have shifted from playful jokes to statements that raise serious questions. While legal experts point out the constitutional barriers, his growing support among…
U-Turn on Social Security Payments for the Rest of 2025 – What Retirees Need to Know
With the introduction of a new law, adjustments to earnings limits, and a cost-of-living increase, the landscape of Social Security payments is shifting in ways that could affect many retirees…
Trump Targets NPR and PBS with Executive Order to Cut Federal Funding
In a bold move, President Trump signed an executive order that could cut vital federal funding for NPR and PBS. The order targets both broadcasters for their perceived left-wing bias,…
Vietnam Still Reels from War Legacy as Trump Halts Funding for Explosive Cleanup Efforts
Fifty years after the Vietnam War, unexploded mines still pose a deadly threat. Now, the Trump administration's decision to freeze vital funding for cleanup efforts could leave many at risk.…
US-Ukraine Strike Landmark Mineral Deal Amid Shifting Global Power Dynamics
After months of fraught negotiations, the United States and Ukraine have sealed a minerals agreement that links post-war reconstruction to access over critical natural resources. Championed by President Trump, the…
SSA Confirms New Payment Rules and Benefit Boosts for Millions in May 2025
Major changes from the SSA are now in effect for May 2025, affecting millions of retirees, disabled individuals, and VA recipients. From adjusted payment schedules to updated benefit rules, these…
Measles Cases Spike to 663 in Texas as Outbreaks Spread Across the US
Measles cases have risen to 663 in Texas, with outbreaks now affecting other states. The situation has raised concerns about the potential for the virus to spread further, as public…
Amazon Cuts Deepen: UPS to Lay Off 20,000 as Shipments Drop
UPS has announced plans to lay off 20,000 workers and reduce its Amazon shipments in a major restructuring move. With a shift away from its largest client, the shipping giant…
AstraZeneca Accelerates US Expansion Plans Despite Looming Trump Tariffs
AstraZeneca is set on expanding its footprint in the US, undeterred by the threat of hefty tariffs that could affect the pharmaceutical industry. Despite President Trump’s repeated threats to impose…
Why Europe Can’t Compete with the US as a Global Power Without Overcoming Its Colonial Mindset
Europe’s quest to become a dominant global power faces a critical barrier: its colonial history. As the EU seeks greater influence, it must confront outdated mindsets that undermine its relationships…
Trump’s Tariff Adjustments Aim to Ease Strain on US Carmakers
President Trump is revising his tariffs on foreign auto parts to ease financial strain on US carmakers. The decision provides some relief from the 25% tariffs on imported cars and…
FEMA’s Grant Cuts Leave Communities Vulnerable to Disasters Nationwide
FEMA’s recent cancellation of the BRIC program has left communities scrambling to protect their infrastructure. With vital funding cut, towns across the U.S. face an uncertain future when it comes…
