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Here’s Why Trump Was Able to Demolish the White House's East Wing
The Trump administration demolished the East Wing of the White House in order to make space for a new 90,000-square-foot ballroom. The demolition surprised historians and architects who didn't realiz…
Published on 13 hours ago
Here’s Why Europe Is Taking Years To Phase Out Russian Gas
The European Union has agreed plans to ban all gas supplies from Russia by the end of 2027. Weaning European countries off Russian supplies has been a complex, and sometimes painfully slow, process. …
Published on 1 week ago
Here's Why China's Five-Year Plan Matters
China's top policymakers are finalizing their next five-year plan for the country, for the period from 2026-2030. It's a blueprint for economic and social development at a time when Beijing is facing…
Published on 2 weeks ago
Here's Why Debt Is a Driving Political Force
Some of the world's wealthiest countries are struggling with debts higher than their own GDP, and it's upending their politics. Governments in France, the UK, the US and elsewhere are having to balan…
Published on 3 weeks ago
Here's Why the Stock Rally is Starting to Crack
It's been a great six months for US stock markets, despite turbulence from tariffs and geopolitical tensions. Economic data continues to surprise to the upside. The Federal Reserve has extended a fre…
Published on 4 weeks ago
Here's Why Labubus May Not Last
A small toy monster with a toothy grin, known as a Labubu doll, has taken the world by storm, adorning the bags of millions of consumers — including popstar Rihanna and tennis champion Naomi Osaka. S…
Published on 1 month ago
Here's Why NATO Needs Better Drone Defenses
Recent incursions by Russian drones into NATO airspace had caused alarm across Europe, and triggered a military response from Poland. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has promised a 'dron…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Here's Why Trump's War on Wind Farms Isn't Just Hot Air
President Trump has never failed to hide his dislike for wind farms. He says they massacre birds, cause cancer, and drive whales crazy. But now his attack on renewable power is reshaping the US energ…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Here’s Why Trump’s Fed Pressure Campaign May Deliver
Donald Trump has never hidden his frustration with the Federal Reserve — and now, back in the White House, his attacks have only intensified. From insults directed at Chair Jerome Powell to threats a…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Here's Why A Big Tariff Problem Comes In Small Packages
The loophole that has allowed packages worth less than $800 to enter the United States tariff-free has ended after nearly 90 years. It's a major change for small businesses, shippers and consumers, a…
Published on 2 months ago