2026-04-18 00:20:08
When it comes to the affordability debate that will define the midterm elections, President Donald Trump’s biggest and toughest opponent is this: reality.
2026-04-17 23:04:08
President Donald Trump has wisely sidestepped controversy by choosing former deputy surgeon general Erica Schwartz to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
2026-04-17 23:00:08
Demonstrations against working conditions break out in the suburbs of New Delhi.
2026-04-17 20:00:08
The humiliation of the architect of “illiberal populism” has understandably led to much rejoicing in the liberal camp. Rejoicing and excited speculation that, set alongside Donald Trump’s troubles, Nigel Farage’s flatlining, Marine Le Pen’s so-so results in France’s municipal election, and Giorgia Meloni’s defeat in an Italian referendum, the populist wave is breaking.
2026-04-17 19:30:21
It’s glaringly obvious that Peter Mandelson should never have been appointed Britain’s ambassador to Washington. That’s not hindsight: It was clear when he was handed the job by Prime Minister Keir Starmer to widespread incredulity given his inglorious track record.
2026-04-17 19:00:08
The housing industry had good reasons for optimism heading into 2026. Transactions were picking up after three listless years as improved affordability and decent inventory levels brought buyers back into the market. The timing of the war in Iran and its impact on mortgage rates and sentiment have clouded the outlook once again.
