Trump Economic Adviser Insists ‘Purchasing Power Has Gone Up’ as Families Drown in Bills

Trump Economic Adviser Insists ‘Purchasing Power Has Gone Up’ as Families Drown in Bills

Donald Trump’s director of the National Economic Council, Kevin Hassett, has faced significant criticism after claiming that purchasing power has risen under the administration. He made the remarks during a CNBC interview to defend tariff policies and broader economic management. Yet for many Americans, the statement rang hollow, as households continue to struggle with rising…

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Idaho 4 Lifetime Film Accused Of ‘Exploiting Trauma’ As Victims’ Families Demand Production Halt

Idaho 4 Lifetime Film Accused Of ‘Exploiting Trauma’ As Victims’ Families Demand Production Halt

A planned Lifetime dramatisation of the 2022 University of Idaho murders has been met with strong condemnation from victims’ families, who say the project is exploitative, insensitive and risks retraumatising those still grieving. Relatives of Kaylee Goncalves, one of the four students killed, have launched a petition urging the network to halt development, arguing that…

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Only Families Under $100k Will Reportedly Qualify for $2K Tariff Dividend

Only Families Under 0k Will Reportedly Qualify for K Tariff Dividend

President Donald Trump pledged over the weekend to distribute tariff ‘dividends’ of at least $2,000 to Americans, excluding ‘high income people’, as his sweeping trade duties continue inflicting economic pain on working families whilst the Supreme Court weighs whether to order refunds totalling hundreds of billions of pounds. A $2,000 Payout or Just Recycled Tax…

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US Supreme Court Sides with Trump: $4bn SNAP Cut Hits 42 Million Low-Income Families

US Supreme Court Sides with Trump: bn SNAP Cut Hits 42 Million Low-Income Families

In a rather shocking decision, the US Supreme Court announced on 11 November 2025, that it would for now green light the Trump administration to continue withholding billions in federal food assistance, the decision allegedly aggravated a national crisis for millions of Americans already struggling to afford groceries. Moreover, the ruling temporarily permits the administration…

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Wealthy Asian families face succession woes as scions have different ambitions, mindsets: report

Wealthy Asian families face succession woes as scions have different ambitions, mindsets: report

The preferences of the younger set should be factored into succession planning, and professionalisation is the pragmatic solution [SINGAPORE] The next generation of Asian families often have different ambitions and mindsets involving business ownership and control, making it one of the top challenges these families face in wealth succession, said a report published on Tuesday…

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Government Shutdown Threatens Childcare Services for Many Families Across the United States

Government Shutdown Threatens Childcare Services for Many Families Across the United States

The ongoing government shutdown threatens to severely impact childcare access for many families across the United States. One state in particular is already feeling the effects, as Alabama is seeing some preschool programs being affected. In a statement, the executive director of Childcare Resources in Birmingham, Joan Wright, said that the situation is urgent, noting…

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New Florida Bill Would Let Families Sue Local Governments Over Crimes by Undocumented Immigrants

New Florida Bill Would Let Families Sue Local Governments Over Crimes by Undocumented Immigrants

A Republican lawmaker in Florida has introduced legislation that would fine law enforcement agencies for failing to cooperate with federal immigration authorities and allow families of people killed by undocumented immigrants to sue local governments. The proposal, filed by Rep. Berny Jacques of Seminole County, is titled the “Shane Jones Act” and marks one of…

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Supreme Court Backs H-1B Families in Major Immigration Win

Supreme Court Backs H-1B Families in Major Immigration Win

In a major victory for skilled immigrants in the United States, the Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge to a federal rule that allows certain spouses of H-1B visa holders to work legally in the country. The decision, announced on 15 October 2025, effectively upholds a 2024 appellate ruling that affirmed the legality…

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