Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates again as post-election uncertainty grows

Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in personal diplomacy before high-stakes negotiations in Saudi Arabia and Canada, including talks with Elon Musk and President Trump. Despite past doubts about his standing, Rubio's interactions with Musk and Trump indicated a possible strengthening of his position within the administration. Rubio's defense of U.S. interests against Russia and support for Ukraine, as well as his collaboration with Musk on international issues, showcased his evolving role as a key...

The New England Patriots signed defensive tackle Milton Williams to a four-year, $104 million contract, making him one of the highest-paid interior defenders in the NFL. Williams, known for his dominant performance in the 2024 playoffs with the Eagles, recorded impressive stats and showcased his ability to pressure quarterbacks. His addition aligns with the Patriots' shift towards a defensive scheme that prioritizes versatile defensive linemen who can disrupt both passing and running plays under the...

A federal judge in Manhattan ruled that anti-Israel agitator Mahmoud Khalil is not to be deported "unless and until the Court orders otherwise," following his arrest in New York City after leading anti-Israel protests on Columbia University's campus. Khalil's lawyer argued his client was detained illegally and should be released, prompting a hearing scheduled for Wednesday. Politicians, including Rep. Rashida Tlaib and New York State Attorney General Letitia James, have criticized Khalil's arrest, while President...

Adebowale A. Oyelekan, 40, of Lansing, is facing first-degree murder charges for shooting 66-year-old Victoria Olson at a Lansing Walmart. Olson was found with multiple gunshot wounds in the store's parking lot and was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. Oyelekan will appear in court in Markham after evidence and witness statements led to his arrest by multiple law enforcement agencies. Full Article

President Trump imposed tariffs on Canada, then swiftly exempted the auto industry and removed goods under the USMCA from the list. The trade war has caused chaos, disrupted supply chains, and led to rising costs for US firms. Canada has retaliated with tariffs of its own, standing firm against US pressure and vowing to pursue economic independence. Full Article

When NFL teams were set to negotiate deals for free agents, X experienced multiple crashes throughout the day, causing frustration among fans and industry professionals alike. Despite the outages, ESPN's Adam Schefter assured fans that live alerts were still available on the ESPN app. As major moves were being announced, including Sam Darnold joining the Seahawks and Justin Fields signing with the Jets, X continued to face issues due to cyberattacks according to owner Elon...