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UK watchdog criticises defence nuclear spending transparency and investment delays
Rising nuclear weapons expenditure is drawing sharper scrutiny in the UK as it takes up an increasing share of the defence budget. A parliamentary committee says weak disclosure, missing asset ...
OpenAI-backed AI equity plan gains White House attention in U.S.
A proposal to give Americans a direct financial stake in artificial intelligence companies is gaining momentum in Washington as the White House looks for ways to address public concerns over AI's ...
U.S. Senate committee seeks probe into bribery, ethics allegations against former DHS adviser
Questions over ethics oversight at the Department of Homeland Security are intensifying as U.S. senators press for answers on allegations involving former adviser Corey Lewandowski. The committee ...
U.S. student-loan collections shift raises risks for borrowers in default
More than 10 million federal student-loan borrowers are in default or delinquency as the Trump administration moves defaulted accounts from the Department of Education to the Treasury Department ...
UK retirement planning data highlight longevity, drawdown and state pension risks
Retirement planning in the UK is becoming more complex as defined contribution pensions replace more predictable sources of income. That shift leaves individuals more exposed to investment, ...
Senate committee highlights $1 billion border wall allocation in immigration debate
Immigration policy negotiations in Washington continue to center on border security funding and broader bipartisan talks. A U.S. Senate committee statement says $1 billion is being secured for ...
Downing Street rebukes claims linking Nowak killing to migration as UK political tensions rise
The UK government is intensifying its response to political fallout over the murder of British student Henry Nowak after fresh criticism from U.S. figures. Downing Street says the case is being ...
Senate panel Democrat seeks ethics briefing on Interior official conflict concerns
Questions over ethics compliance at the U.S. Department of the Interior are intensifying after Senator Martin Heinrich asked for a formal briefing on the conduct of Associate Deputy Secretary ...
CVS Health’s Aetna units retain AM Best ratings with stable outlooks
The rating action keeps Aetna’s main insurance subsidiaries at A financial strength and “a” long-term issuer credit levels as the group shows stronger earnings and capital recovery in 2025. ...
Trump says U.S. may examine public stake model for AI companies
The White House is weighing whether AI companies could give the American public a financial stake in their businesses as Washington sharpens its focus on the sector's economic influence. Trump ...
House Ways and Means Committee cites Treasury analysis on tax cuts for sub-$100,000 earners
A new U.S. Treasury analysis is being used by House Republicans to argue that recent working-family tax cuts are mainly benefiting Americans earning less than $100,000. The figures cover ...
OpenAI discusses possible U.S. government stake as AI policy talks advance
Talks between OpenAI and the Trump administration over a possible U.S. government stake in the company have been underway for more than a year. The discussions link AI policy, federal investment ...
IRS issues fiscal 2025 operations data book as digital compliance push expands
The Internal Revenue Service has released its 2025 Data Book, outlining agency activity during fiscal year 2025 and showing how the tax authority handled returns, collections and taxpayer service. ...
SBA opens disaster loans for South Dakota businesses hit by drought
Federal disaster financing is becoming available for South Dakota small businesses and private nonprofits facing economic losses tied to drought conditions that begin on April 15. The assistance ...
SBA offers disaster relief loans in Montana for Crow Tribe and local entities
Severe weather in Montana is prompting fresh federal support for tribal communities, businesses and residents facing recovery costs. The assistance extends to the Crow Tribe as well as private ...
Steve Hilton launches California governor bid
California's next governor's race is drawing early attention as Steve Hilton enters the contest with a platform centered on conservative priorities and policy experimentation. His campaign is ...
SBA opens disaster loan aid for Fort Peck tribal area after Montana winter storm
Federal disaster financing is now available for businesses, nonprofits and residents on the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes after a Presidential disaster declaration issued on May 29. The ...
Senate Banking Committee minority statement flags wage pressure after May jobs report
Labor market growth remains a central political battleground as U.S. policymakers argue over whether hiring gains are translating into stronger household finances. Senator Elizabeth Warren says ...
SBA opens disaster loan program for Crow Tribe of Montana storm losses
Federal disaster assistance is becoming available for businesses, nonprofits and households on the Crow Tribe of Montana after severe winter weather in December 2025. The program also extends ...
U.S. labor market adds jobs in May, House committee chairman highlights business climate
The May U.S. jobs report points to continued hiring momentum, with the economy adding 172,000 jobs during the month. The figure comes as lawmakers debate how policy settings affect business ...
Ontario credit ratings affirmed with stable trend
Ontario keeps its AA long-term and R-1 (high) short-term credit ratings as the province faces a slower fiscal recovery path in its 2026 budget. The stable trend reflects resilient economic growth ...
