Democrats demand Trump nominee commit to Fed independence

US president’s pick to head Council of Economic Advisers has argued the central bank is at odds with US constitution

Source: Financial Times

German AfD sees record gains but still shut out from power

The far-right AfD has emerged as the second strongest political force in Germany's election 2025. Despite its success, as well as support from Elon Musk and JD Vance, it has …

Source: Deutsche Welle

Sentiment and stagflation

Friday’s market drop reflects concerns about growth

Source: Financial Times

Trial of Former Surgeon Accused of Abusing Nearly 300 Opens in France

A former surgeon is accused of raping or sexually assaulting 299 people, mostly children, over 25 years. It is considered to be France’s largest-ever pedophilia case.

Source: New York Times

War in Ukraine: Three years on, the life of Ukrainian refugees in France

The war in Ukraine has forced some six million Ukrainians to flee to other countries in Europe since February 2022. Three years on, how are the refugees who fled to …

Source: France 24

Macron and Trump rekindle their 'bromance' amid strategic tensions over Ukraine

Trump greeted Macron as a "very special man" during their Oval Office meeting, exchanging their characteristic firm handshake as the French leader sought to leverage their personal relationship to strengthen …

Source: France 24

A 10-year-old's story of family immigration that spans three continents

A California fourth-grader's interview with her grandfather, who was forced out of Uganda before moving to the U.S., is one of our outstanding podcasts.

Source: NPR

7 Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks (2025), Tested and Reviewed

If you want to wake up with the sun but aren't a morning person, these bedside devices can simulate a sunrise whenever you want to rouse for the day (and …

Source: Wired

Ukraine Nears a Deal to Give U.S. a Share of Its Mineral Wealth

President Trump said that Ukraine’s president may soon visit the White House to sign a deal, though how it ties in to efforts to end the Russian invasion and guarantee …

Source: New York Times

As Trump Courts Putin, China’s Leader Xi Emphasizes Close Ties With Russia

The Chinese and Russian leaders reaffirmed their relationship in a video call on Monday, an apparent rebuff to the idea that the Trump administration could drive a wedge between them.

Source: New York Times

Ember’s high-tech smart mug has fallen to its lowest price to date

Warm beverages are a winter staple, particularly when the flu is making the rounds. Keeping your favorite drinks warm is a battle if you’re not one to chug; however, the …

Source: The Verge

Family pay tribute to girl, three, killed in Manchester crash between van and tram

Louisa Palmisano, killed while enjoying a ‘happy family day out’, was described as the ‘sweetest, kindest’ girl

The family of a three-year-old girl who was killed in a crash between …

Source: The Guardian