Thursday, Feb 13

Trump's recent executive order halts the use of paper straws in favor of plastics, reversing prior efforts to combat single-use pollution.

Thursday, Feb 13

A federal judge permits Trump's deferred retirement program for federal workers, amid concerns from unions and legal complexities regarding its implementation.

Thursday, Feb 13

Austria's far-right Freedom Party's coalition talks with the People's Party have collapsed, leading to calls for swift new elections amidst rising political uncertainty.

Thursday, Feb 13

Trump seeks to impose reciprocal tariffs using a 1930 law to match international import tax rates, impacting trade relations and economic policy.

Thursday, Feb 13

Marc Fogel's release from Russian custody marks a significant step in U.S.-Russia relations and potential negotiations to end the ongoing Ukraine war.

Thursday, Feb 13

Missouri Attorney General sues Starbucks, alleging the coffee chain's DEI policies lead to discrimination based on race, gender, and sexual orientation.

Thursday, Feb 13

Sangamon County, Illinois, agrees to a $10 million settlement for the family of Sonya Massey, fatally shot by police, amid calls for accountability and reform.

Thursday, Feb 13

Chevron will lay off 15-20% of its workforce as part of a significant cost-cutting strategy by 2026, impacting up to 9,100 employees.

Thursday, Feb 13

US Vice President JD Vance criticizes excessive AI regulations at the Paris summit, emphasizing the need for innovation amidst global AI governance challenges.

Thursday, Feb 13

Trump and Putin have agreed to start immediate negotiations to end the Ukraine war, raising concerns among Kyiv and its European allies.