Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 154

Northern California's commercial crab season under threat from migrating whales

A high-tech system that involves a remote-controlled pop-up balloon-like device is helping some fishermen from getting their crab cages entangled with humpback whales.

5/15: The Daily Report

Lindsey Reiser reports on President Trump's trip to Abu Dhabi, arguments heard by the Supreme Court surrounding birthright citizenship and nationwide injunctions, and health risks to pregnant people as heat waves hit the U.S.

5/15: America Decides

Supreme Court hears arguments over the Trump administration’s challenge to birthright citizenship; Walmart to raise prices because of President Trump’s tariffs.

5/14: America Decides

President Trump announces multibillion-dollar Boeing-Qatar Airways deal; California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes pausing health care coverage expansion for undocumented immigrants in his state.

4/23: America Decides

Treasury Secretary Bessent says, "America first does not mean America alone." N.C. Supreme Court race still not certified

The Uplift: Field of dreams

An Iowa farmer turns his field into a tennis stadium that rivals Wimbledon and attracts players from around the country, including a grand slam winner. Plus, more heartwarming stories.

These airlines had the most and least passenger complaints in 2024

Complaints against U.S. airlines soared to a record high in 2024 as carriers struggle with flight cancellations and delays, analysis finds.

4/30: America Decides

Trump blames Biden for GDP shrinking in first quarter; RFK Jr. falsely claims he is banning multiple food dyes

May 14: CBS News 24/7, 4pm ET

Trump meets with Syrian president after announcing end of sanctions; Health and Human Services secretary testifies before congressional committees on HHS budget.

5/13: America Decides

Trump: Middle East’s future is “commerce not chaos”; Far-right conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer’s power and influence with President Trump