Increase in NYC dogs attacked by other dogs without repercussions as state bill to fix legal gap slows down: ‘This shouldn’t occur’
Dog attacks in the city remain a serious concern, with other dogs attacking pets without repercussions. This issue has intensified following a particularly alarming incident involving a Chihuahua, according to animal activists. Resident Jennifer Bull from the Upper West Side recounted how her 13-year-old Chihuahua mix, Forest, was attacked at Riverside Park earlier this month. […]
U.S. Economy Shrinks in First Quarter as Imports Rise and Spending Slows Down
The U.S. economy experienced a contraction in the first quarter of 2025, as consumer spending slowed down. The recent government data revealed a deeper decline than originally expected, largely driven by a surge in imports that widened the trade gap. According to the Commerce Department, the gross domestic product (GDP) dropped at an annual rate […]
Effort to secure pension for children of fallen NYPD officer Miosotis Familia slows in Albany: ‘It’s shameful’
Pension Bill for Murdered NYPD Officer’s Children Stalled The effort to secure pensions for the children of slain NYPD officer Miosotis Familia has hit a frustrating snag, prompting criticism from some lawmakers who are calling the situation a “disgraceful” political maneuver. Following Familia’s tragic death in 2017, state senator efforts were made to provide police […]
The Memo: Trump slows down, slightly, on participating in Israel’s attack on Iran
President Trump is taking a cautious approach regarding U.S. involvement in Israel’s actions against Iran, at least for the moment. According to a statement from White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, Trump indicated he will decide on the matter within the next two weeks. Leavitt also noted that there may be a “substantial opportunity for […]
Changes in debt: Credit card and auto loan activity slows as student loans rise
At the start of the year, many Americans slowed down on credit card and auto debt, yet they began missing student loan payments, which are now showing up on credit reports. New data highlights a rising financial concern. Household debt grew from $167 billion to $18.2 trillion in the first quarter, according to a recent […]
Sen. Joni Ernst Slows Down the Green New Deal for Trains
Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) introduced a bill on Thursday that has disrupted Democratic plans for establishing zero-emission trains. “I’m effectively derailing another Green New Deal initiative,” Ernst communicated to Breitbart News. “We need to keep those outlandish California train concepts from becoming a reality. Railroads are vital for transporting both agricultural products and goods that […]
Chinese Port Traffic Slows as Tariffs Take Effect
Saturday Radio Free Asia (RFA) Quote Reports from Chinese exporters and port officials said traffic is visibly slowing in China’s metropolitan cities in Shanghai and Guangdong, but some factories production is effectively “stop.” The RFA saw considerable visual evidence for backing up these accounts of crushing Chinese Titanic exporters, including warehouses packed with stacks of […]
Bank of England expected to leave interest rates on hold today, as wage growth slows – business live | Business
Important Events Shows key events only Please turn on JavaScript and use this feature ONS: Wage growth remains relatively strong on Director of Economic Statistics Bureau Liz McKeun A summary of today's UK labor market report: “Overall wage growth is relatively strong, and despite the latter slightly slower in the latest period, wage growth has […]
Fed Holds Rates Steady as Inflation Stays Stubborn, Growth Slows
The Federal Reserve remains stable at 4.25% to 4.5% in the second consecutive meeting, leaving benchmark interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, and officials signaled that inflation rates remained more sticky than expected, even as economic growth shows signs of slowing. The decision reflects growing uncertainty regarding the economic outlook. Fed officials have raised their 2025 […]
US inflation slows in February to 2.8%, lower than expected
US inflation has been slower than expected in February, with core inflation recorded the lowest profit since 2021, but data was collected before President Trump began increasing the tariff war this month. The consumer price index has risen 2.8% over the past 12 months. The economists expect to see a 2.9% profit, below the surprisingly […]