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Trump's 2026 Budget: Massive Cuts, Defense Spending Surge

President Trump's proposed 2026 budget, totaling $1.7 trillion, includes $163 billion in cuts to non-defense programs, while increasing defense and homeland security spending by 13 percent and nearly 65 percent, respectively; the plan also proposes closing the Department of Education and eliminating...

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CAMEA Proposes Policy Changes to Boost Canada's Asset Management Sector

The Canadian Asset Management Entrepreneurship Alliance (CAMEA) proposed policy changes, including tax incentives and regulatory adjustments, to attract new asset managers to Canada, counter industry consolidation, and capitalize on the current global economic climate.

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Musk Scales Back Controversial Government Efficiency Initiative

Elon Musk is stepping back from his role leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which aimed to cut $1 trillion in spending but has achieved approximately $160 billion in cuts amidst significant legal and political opposition, including lawsuits and clashes with government officials.

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Timmermans Proposes "Grand Wage Agreement" for 8 Million Dutch Workers

Frans Timmermans, leader of the Dutch opposition GroenLinks-PvdA, proposed a "Grand Wage Agreement" on May 1st, aiming for an 8 million worker salary increase funded partly by a new 25 billion euro investment fund for innovation and sustainability, pending a party merger vote and future election suc...

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Carney's Government Faces Optimism, Pressure from Business Leaders

Canadian business leaders express cautious optimism toward Prime Minister Mark Carney's new government, noting significant alignment between the Liberal and Conservative parties on key economic issues despite a minority Parliament, but emphasizing the need for swift action and fiscal responsibility ...

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House Republicans Propose Sweeping Student Loan Overhaul

The House Republicans introduced the "Student Success and Taxpayer Savings Plan", proposing reforms to the US student loan system, including aggregate loan limits ($50,000 for undergraduates, $100,000 for graduates), a new income-driven repayment plan (RAP), and college accountability measures for i...

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Australian Election: Albanese's Youth-Focused Platform Faces Coalition Opposition

Australia's election sees Prime Minister Albanese's re-election bid centered on $16 billion in student debt relief and a first-home buyer plan, facing opposition from the Coalition who want to scrap these measures, along with other Labor policies including tax cuts and electric vehicle incentives.

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Cost Transparency in Rental Housing: A Potential Solution to Renter Resentment

A Harvard Business School study demonstrates that disclosing production costs increases consumer trust and purchases, suggesting that cost transparency in rental housing could reduce renter resentment and potentially lessen the demand for rent control; this is supported by a recent survey showing th...

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Spain's 37.5-Hour Work Week Proposal Faces May Day Test Amidst US Trade War Threat

Spain's unions and government agreed to reduce the maximum legal work week to 37.5 hours, prompting May Day protests to pressure parliament for passage; this comes amidst strong economic growth, but also high unemployment, low wages, and a potential US trade war.

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Coalition Budget Plan: Short-Term Deficit Increase, Long-Term Improvement Projected

The Coalition's election plan forecasts a $7.9 billion increase in federal budget deficits over the next two years, followed by a $13.9 billion improvement over the next four years, achieved through reduced government spending and a hiring freeze impacting 41,000 public servants.

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Trump Celebrates 100 Days, Facing Declining Approval Amidst Economic Concerns

President Trump's 100-day celebration rally in Macomb County, Michigan, featured boasts of economic success and border security achievements, contrasting with declining approval ratings and criticism of his tariff policies and rhetoric.

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Trump's First 100 Days: Economic Uncertainty and Damaged Global Standing

After 100 days, President Trump's trade war, handling of the Ukraine conflict, silence on Gaza, and domestic policies have sparked economic uncertainty, damaged US global standing, and raised serious concerns about democratic institutions, resulting in growing unpopularity.

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