Why the US may stop collecting workplace race and gender data
A newly proposed change would eliminate annual workplace demographic reporting used to monitor discrimination trends.
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US agency proposes ending racial and gender workforce data collection
Republican-led EEOC proposal to end workforce diversity reporting heads to public commentary amid sharp criticism.
Iranians struggle to get by amid US war and domestic woes
People are facing mounting pressures, including rising living costs, electricity cuts and bombarded infrastructure.
External review finds no wrongdoing in Gates Foundation–Epstein links
Report notes foundation’s interaction with US sex offender Epstein on donor fund and grant, but rules out wrongdoing.
US eyes new tariffs as existing trade duties near expiration
US Trade Rep Jamieson Greer hints at new tariffs on 60 trading partners as Trump’s temporary tariffs expire on Friday.
Trump imposes 50% US tariffs on some Canadian goods, citing discrimination
Tariffs apply to Canadian wine, hockey sticks, cement, and other products, sparking fears of escalating trade tensions.
Petrol prices climb as US–Iran tensions disrupt markets
US petrol prices reach $4.00 per gallon (3.78 litres), marking the second week of increased costs for consumers.
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Yemen’s Houthis declare naval blockade of Saudi Arabia: What to know
Yemeni group says the announcement is based on the principle of ‘an eye for an eye’.
US judge orders pause on Paramount–Warner Bros merger
Paramount risks $650m quarterly fees if merger delays extend beyond September, as per the merger agreement terms.
Yemeni women support families through enterprise as economic crisis bites
Amid Yemen’s harsh economic crisis, securing viable employment has become increasingly difficult for men.
