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- 1Moody's affirms EU's Aaa credit rating with stable outlook▼Moody’s affirms European Union’s Aaa credit rating with stable outlook
Moody's has affirmed the European Union's Aaa credit rating, keeping a stable outlook on the bloc's creditworthiness. The decision signals continued confidence in the EU's fiscal position, reassuring bond investors and member states that no downgrade risk is on the horizon for now.
- 2Business Litigator Now Leads DOJ's Push Against Transgender Care▼How a Business Litigator Became DOJ’s Point Man Against Transgender Care
The Wall Street Journal reports that a former business litigator has become the Justice Department's lead official directing legal action against gender-affirming care for transgender people. The profile highlights how a career focused on commercial disputes placed him at the center of one of the most contested policy battles in the US, drawing attention to the department's strategy and the official's personal and professional background.
- 3Pope tells French bishops Church must speak in public square▼Pope to French Bishops: Church bears prophetic authority in public square
The Pope has told French bishops that the Catholic Church carries a prophetic authority and must make its voice heard in the public square. The message, relayed by Vatican News, underscores the Church's role in public debate in France, where debates over secularism and religion's place in society remain contentious. The remarks affirm the bishops' mandate to engage on moral and social questions rather than confine the faith to private life.
- 4Mangione defense team to argue psychiatric defense●Luigi Mangione's attorneys plan to present 'affirmative psychiatric defense'
Attorneys for Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, say they plan to present an affirmative psychiatric defense in his case. The strategy would involve presenting mental health evidence to address questions of his state of mind at the time of the shooting. The announcement adds a new dimension to a case that has drawn intense national attention.
- 5Mother Jones argues Roberts court is reviving Jim Crow-era policies▼Jim Crow was on the ash heap of history. Then came the Roberts court.
Mother Jones published a piece arguing that Jim Crow racial segregation had been consigned to history until the Supreme Court under Chief Justice John Roberts began rolling back protections in areas such as voting rights and affirmative action. The article frames recent rulings by the court's conservative majority as eroding civil rights gains made since the 1960s.
- 6Amazon Adds 48-Month Payment Plans at Checkout via Affirm●Amazon Checkout Adds 48‑Month Payment Plans with Affirm
Amazon has expanded its partnership with Affirm to let shoppers pay for purchases over up to 48 monthly instalments directly in checkout. The move extends buy-now-pay-later beyond short-term instalments, making long-duration financing a standard option on one of the world's largest retail platforms and deepening the fintech's presence in mainstream e-commerce.
- 7Election Officials Defend Ballot Drop Boxes as Secure▼Election Officials: Ballot Drop Boxes Offer Secure and Easy Method to Submit Vote-by-Mail Ballots
Election officials are affirming that ballot drop boxes provide a secure and convenient way for voters to return their vote-by-mail ballots. The statement comes amid ongoing public debate over the safety and reliability of drop boxes in elections, with officials stressing that the boxes are monitored and offer voters an accessible alternative to mailing or hand-delivering ballots in person.
- 8Deuce McBride says he wants to stay with the Knicks●Deuce McBride reaffirms his desire to sign another contract with the Knicks
Knicks guard Deuce McBride has reaffirmed that he wants to sign another contract with New York, signaling his commitment to the franchise ahead of negotiations on his future. The point guard has carved out a regular role in the Knicks' rotation, and his comments suggest both sides are open to continuing the partnership. Knicks fans have welcomed the message, viewing him as a valuable depth piece in the backcourt.