• February 14, 2026
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Economics

Jobless Growth? Strong US Economy Masks a Rapid Hiring Slowdown

Economic Growth Remains Strong Despite Hiring Freeze The United States economy continues to post solid growth figures, yet the labor market is sending unusually mixed signals. While output has expanded at a healthy pace, hiring activity has slowed significantly, leaving economists puzzled by the divergence between macroeconomic strength and employment momentum. Historically, robust economic expansion

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Trix Raven February 12, 2026
AI

Anthropic Commits $20M to Influence AI Policy Ahead of Key US Elections

Anthropic Steps Directly Into the Political Arena Artificial intelligence firm Anthropic has announced a $20 million commitment to support political candidates who favor stronger oversight of the rapidly advancing AI industry. The move signals a growing willingness among technology companies to shape regulatory outcomes rather than simply react to them. As AI systems become more

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Trix Raven February 12, 2026
AI

Immigration Curbs Shrink Workforce as AI Bets Rise

Workforce Growth Faces Structural Headwinds The United States labor force is entering a period of structural slowdown. Lower birth rates and stricter immigration policies are combining to reduce working-age population growth. According to projections from the Congressional Budget Office, workforce expansion will be significantly weaker over the next decade. This shift could remove roughly 2.4

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Trix Raven February 11, 2026
Politics

Global Trust in the US Erodes as Trump’s Policies Reshape Alliances

Rising Perception of the US as a Strategic Threat A growing number of countries now view the United States less as a stabilizing force and more as a strategic risk. Diplomatic surveys across Europe and Asia show declining trust in Washington’s long-term commitments. This shift accelerated following renewed nationalist rhetoric from Donald Trump. His administration’s

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Trix Raven February 11, 2026
Politics

Trump’s Rhetoric Sparks Global Shift in US Perception

Global Perception of the United States Turns Sharper International surveys and diplomatic signals increasingly suggest that perceptions of the United States are hardening. Political volatility and confrontational rhetoric have altered how allies and rivals assess American intentions. Under the renewed leadership of Donald Trump, global messaging has shifted toward economic nationalism and transactional diplomacy. This

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Trix Raven February 11, 2026
AI

Axera IPO Signals China’s Rising Edge AI Chip Ambitions

Axera Debuts on Hong Kong Exchange Chinese edge AI chipmaker Axera officially listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, becoming one of the first specialized edge AI chip firms in China to go public. Shares were priced at HK$28.2, giving the company a market capitalization of approximately HK$16.58 billion. The listing marks a milestone not

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Trix Raven February 10, 2026
Economics

Trump Moves to Repeal Obama-Era Climate Finding, Sparking Legal Showdown

White House Announces Major Climate Rollback President Donald Trump is preparing to formally repeal the 2009 endangerment finding that underpins most federal climate regulations. The move, confirmed by White House officials, would mark one of the most sweeping environmental reversals in modern US history. The repeal effort is being led alongside Lee Zeldin, head of

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Trix Raven February 10, 2026
Economics

US Retail Sales Stall in December, Raising Economic Questions

Holiday Spending Ends the Year on a Weak Note Retail sales in the United States were unexpectedly flat in December, signaling a slowdown during what is typically the strongest shopping period of the year. The data, released by the U.S. Department of Commerce, marked a break from months of relatively resilient consumer activity. After a

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Trix Raven February 10, 2026
Economics

China Sets Agenda for APEC 2026 With Push for Regional Cooperation

China Takes the Helm of APEC 2026 China is preparing to host the 33rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Economic Leaders’ Meeting in 2026, positioning the event as a platform to reinforce regional stability and growth. Senior officials describe the gathering as an opportunity to project confidence at a time of global economic fragmentation. The meeting will

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Trix Raven February 9, 2026
Politics

Trump Threatens to Block US–Canada Bridge He Once Championed

A Bridge Once Praised Now Under Fire President Donald Trump has reignited tensions with Canada by threatening to block the opening of a major cross-border bridge linking the United States and Canada. The move stunned policymakers because Trump publicly supported the same project during his first term. The bridge, designed to ease congestion and strengthen

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Trix Raven February 9, 2026