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Politico
4 days ago
- Business
- Politico
Trump's steel salvo looms over Greer
QUICK FIX — President Donald Trump's plan to hike tariffs on steel and aluminum starting Wednesday raises the stakes for negotiations this week with the United Kingdom and other trading partners. — The Trump administration is weighing a backup plan if courts strike down its broader tariff agenda: Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act. — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's White House visit on Thursday will touch on trade and security issues. It's Monday, June 2. Welcome to Morning Trade. Got news tips? Suggestions? Want to grab a coffee? Hit us up at: ahawkins@ ddesrochers@ and dpalmer@ Follow us on X: @_AriHawkins, @drdesrochers and @tradereporter. Want to receive this newsletter every weekday? Subscribe to POLITICO Pro. You'll also receive daily policy news and other intelligence you need to act on the day's biggest stories. ICYMI: The Conversation kicked off with Dr. Oz In the premiere episode of The Conversation, Dasha Burns sat down with Dr. Mehmet Oz — now leading the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services — for a candid talk on drug prices, potential Medicaid cuts and why he's getting early morning calls from President Donald Trump. Plus, POLITICO's Jonathan Martin dished on the Ohio governor's race (featuring Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy and former Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel), and Kyle Cheney unpacked Trump's legal battle over 'Liberation Day' tariffs. Watch the full episode on YouTube. And don't miss a moment — subscribe now on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to get new episodes when they drop. Driving the day GREER-ING UP FOR OECD: President Donald Trump's plan to double steel and aluminum tariffs is ratcheting up pressure as U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer heads to Paris for trade talks. He'll be tasked with countering the perception that foreign countries now have the upper hand, after a pair of court rulings sent the administration's tariff strategy reeling. The looming tariff hike on metals will be top of mind for British Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, who will meet Greer for the annual ministerial-level meeting of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development tomorrow and Wednesday. The confab will gather officials from dozens of market-based countries for talks that will touch on the themes of free trade, the digital economy and sustainable and inclusive growth. The U.S. and U.K. this week hope to nail down a timeline to implement the framework for a trade deal which slashed tariffs on imports of British autos, steel and aluminum on the sidelines of the gathering, after the countries agreed early last month to coordinate the timing of their tariff reduction. Businesses fear it will be weeks before any duties are actually removed. One step back: The Paris trip comes less than a week after Trump announced plans to hike steel and aluminum tariffs to 50 percent starting Wednesday, which would build off tariffs imposed in his first administration under a national security trade provision known as Section 232 of the 1962 Trade Expansion Act. The president made the announcement during a speech on Friday at a U.S. Steel facility in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, and later took to Truth Social to say: 'This will be yet another BIG jolt of great news for our wonderful steel and aluminum workers.' 'The administration's position is a lot shakier going into the meeting,' said Ed Gresser, a former official in the Office of USTR now at the Progressive Policy Institute, a left-leaning think tank. Gresser pointed to court rulings last week that invalidated the far-reaching levies Trump imposed using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, which could force the president to scrap a major part of his tariff strategy. But Gresser added that a decision to nullify Trump's so-called reciprocal tariffs could eventually help focus and advance trade negotiations. 'We wouldn't have these 10 percent global tariffs anymore, and instead would be bargaining over very specific industrial sectors,' Gresser told Morning Trade. Legal lexicon: Trump's sector-specific tariffs are becoming a growing focus of trade negotiations after the U.S. Court of International Trade and a second federal court rejected the president's use of the emergency law to impose tariffs. A third federal court promptly issued a temporary stay of one of the rulings, keeping the tariffs in effect for now. But the threat to expand Section 232 tariffs suggests the Trump administration will simply dig in to other trade authorities, if courts ultimately block his use of IEEPA for tariffs. What else to watch: The trip will also give Greer an opportunity to meet face-to-face with trade ministers from other leading economies, such as France, Germany, Australia, Japan and South Korea. Greer in an interview with CNBC on Friday reiterated that deals with several countries could come in a matter of weeks. He said he has standing calls with India 'every day,' and is planning to meet this week with officials from Malaysia, Vietnam and the European Union. REGULATORY REVIEW NEW TARIFF LAW, WHO DIS? The Trump administration is eyeing another obscure trade weapon as a potential fallback if courts once again block its sweeping tariffs: Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act, which allows the president to temporarily impose up to 15 percent tariffs. Why it could work: The strategy would empower the administration to quickly impose tariffs without congressional approval or a more burdensome evidence-gathering and review process, and is one of several under consideration, POLITICO reports. It would also let the president replace existing 10 percent across-the-board tariffs on countries, but only for six months. After that, Trump would need Congress' approval to extend them. 'Rest assured, tariffs are not going away,' Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told Fox News on Sunday. 'He has so many other authorities that even in the weird and unusual circumstance where this was taken away, we just bring on another or another or another. Congress has given this authority to the president, and he's going to use it.' Keep in mind: While Section 122 is generally viewed as less controversial for imposing tariffs than IEEPA, the provision has never been used by a president for that purpose — potentially leaving it vulnerable to legal challenges. ADMIN'S VIEW: Lutnick also insisted Sunday that a court fight over Trump's tariff power won't blunt the administration's leverage as it works on trade deals with key partners. 'All of the countries that are negotiating with us understand the power of Donald Trump and his ability to protect the American worker,' Lutnick told Fox News. 'And so what they're doing is they're negotiating with us. I think it cost us a week, maybe — maybe cost us a week. But then everybody came right back to the table. Everybody's talking to us.' Around the World MERZ TO MEET TRUMP: The European Union will get another chance to gauge progress in negotiations with Washington, when German Chancellor Friedrich Merz meets Trump on Thursday for the first time since taking office last month. The leaders are expected to discuss the war in Ukraine, the Middle East and trade policy, German government spokesperson Stefan Kornelius said in a statement. There's a history: Days after the German chancellor was elected, Merz urged Trump in a phone call to end his trade war with Germany and his European allies, saying he told the president 'the best solution would be 'down to zero' for everything and for everyone.' CHINA IN VIOLATION: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday that China is withholding critical minerals it agreed to release in a trade deal the country signed with U.S. negotiators last month in Geneva, which slashed triple-digit tariffs on both sides. 'What China is doing is they are holding back products that are essential for the industrial supply chains of India, of Europe, and that is not what a reliable partner does,' he told CBS host Margaret Brennan on 'Face the Nation.' TRADE OVERNIGHT — Trump court turmoil strengthens EU hand in tariff talks, POLITICO Europe reports. — Imports plunge in early sign of Trump tariff impact, per POLITICO Pro. — White House set to issue EOs boosting US drone-makers over China, per POLITICO Pro. — German carmakers promise 'massive' investments in US to dodge Trump tariffs, POLITICO Pro reports. — OP-ED: Where the Trade Court's Tariff Decision Went Wrong, per The Wall Street Journal. THAT'S ALL FOR MORNING TRADE! See you again soon! In the meantime, drop the team a line: dpalmer@ ddesrochers@ and ahawkins@ Follow us @POLITICOPro and @Morning_Trade.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Learn about June's full moon, including how it got its name and when you can see it
The next full moon is nearly here, and it's the last full moon of spring. Here's what's to come this month. The next full moon, a strawberry moon, will be visible on June 11 at 3:44 a.m., according to Almanac. Ahead of the full moon, the first quarter moon will appear on June 2 at 11:41 p.m., followed by the last quarter moon on June 18 at 3:19 p.m. and the last quarter moon on June 25 at 6:31 a.m., according to Almanac. June's full moon is the strawberry moon, named after the small wild strawberries that ripen at this time of the year, according to Almanac. The strawberry moon is also known as the 'hot moon,' 'green corn moon' and 'berries ripen moon' to Native American tribes; the 'horse moon,' 'rose moon' and 'dyan moon' in Celtic culture; and the 'mead moon' to Anglo-Saxons, a nod to the moon occurring during a time of year meant for mowing the meads, or meadows, according to Around every 20 years, the strawberry moon coincides with the summer solstice, occurring on either June 20, 21 or 22. ICYMI: ChristianaCare to take on 5 Crozer Health outpatient locations with $50M bid Looking ahead, July's full moon is called the 'buck moon' and will be visible on July 10 at 4:36 p.m. It signifies the new antlers that emerge on a deer buck's forehead around this time of year after they shed their previous pair, Farmers Almanac reports. Embody your favorite Blue Hen at home: Want to play as a Blue Hen? Delaware added to EA Sports 'College Football 26' video game The buck moon is also known as the 'raspberry moon,' 'claiming moon,' 'salmon moon,' 'wyrt moon' and 'herb moon,' among other names, according to Native American and Celtic tradition, according to Some refer to July's full moon as the thunder moon, due to the frequent thunderstorms during the summer, or the hay moon, in honor of the hay harvest in July. Got a tip or a story idea? Contact Krys'tal Griffin at kgriffin@ This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: When is the next full moon? Details on June 2025 full moon
Cosmopolitan
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Aupen Review: I Tested Taylor Swift's Fave Bag Brand
When something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. So when affordable luxury brand Aupen began popping up all over my social feeds, I initially dismissed it as targeted algorithm bait designed to separate me from my money. But then I saw Taylor Swift carrying the sculptural Nirvana on a date night with Travis Kelce. And then again to a wedding. And then Charlie XCX with the same bag but styled in her distinctly chaotic-cool way. Soon, it seemed like every celebrity stylist had discovered the same secret. More of my favorite style muses were spotted with Aupen bags on their arms, and I finally gave in and got my hands on a few. Now, everyone on my team's side of the Cosmo office has an Aupen bag hanging from their chair, too. Consider us officially influenced. Aupen's distinctive asymmetrical designs have become fashion's equivalent of a secret handshake—immediately recognizable to insiders while flying under the radar of mainstream luxury. They might not be as in-your-face as an all-over monogrammed bag or emblazoned with a flashy logo, but that's precisely why they've quietly dominated social media, red carpets, and even the wedding circuit, where they're now practically standard issue for stylish brides at after-parties. All this from a brand that's barely two and a half years old and started in the founder's grandmother's house. That's the kind of overnight success story most designers only dream about. When I caught up with founder Nick Tan in Paris to witness the brand's newest jewelry launch, I had to know the secret to Aupen's meteoric rise. But first… ICYMI: Aupen is a luxury brand known for its sculptural handbags and (recently launched!) jewelry. In just over two years, Aupen has rewritten the playbook for designer accessories. What began in founder Nick Tan's grandmother's Singapore home in November 2022 now counts Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez as devotees and boasts a coveted partnership with LVMH. "When Aupen first started, it was just me running around to different parts of the world to promote it while my grandma received the samples at home," Nick recalled sentimentally during our Paris meeting. I asked if she offered design feedback. "She's just like, 'whatever you do is perfect.'" And after experiencing the brand firsthand, I gotta say retweet. Nick's inspiration to start Aupen came from what he saw in the luxury market, but not in the way you'd expect. "When I looked at department store shelves, all the bags looked pretty similar," he explained. "I wanted to create something that would break away from traditional silhouettes," a goal that manifested in Aupen's now-signature asymmetrical designs. With such a clear vision for the products, I had to know if there was an equally defined vision of who would carry them. Who exactly is the Aupen woman? "She is a globetrotter. She embodies an understated elegance when she walks into a room. And I think she's very knowledgeable and well-read, but she doesn't necessarily try and chase the next TikTok trend," Nick told me. This philosophy of "understated elegance" is precisely what makes these bags so versatile. As he put it, "You want to have just one accessory where if you're wearing a basic outfit—a white T-shirt or blouse and just jeans—you can just pop it on, and it'll transform your look." Aupen has caught the attention of A-listers spanning wildly different style camps. In just over two years, the brand has amassed an impressive roster of celebrity fans that reads like a who's who of pop culture: Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Beyoncé, Kylie Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Olivia Rodrigo, Charli XCX, and Rachel Zegler have all been spotted with the sculptural bags. What's surprising? Most Aupen bags range from just $180 to $420—a fraction of what traditional luxury designer bags usually cost. Taylor Swift has been photographed multiple times with the black Nirvana bag, bringing it to Jack Antonoff's wedding events and on dates with Travis Kelce. Hailey Bieber has been spotted carrying the sleek Purpose bag on multiple occasions, including to her Rhode skincare launch party in London, while Lucy Liu recently paired the sparkling Nirvana Ice bag with Aupen's signature S-shaped statement earrings during her appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. With so many celebs giving Aupen their stamp of approval, we had to see for ourselves if these bags live up to the hype. The Cosmo shopping team got our hands on several of the brand's best-selling styles to put them through their paces in real life. Spoiler alert: There's a reason why Aupen is the new It-bag everyone's talking about—and below, we're giving you our unfiltered thoughts. SHOP AUPEN Meet your new little black bag (or LBB, if you will). The best-selling original Nirvana is a bag that's been spotted on everyone from Taylor Swift to Rachel Zegler. Senior Commerce Director Rachel Torgerson raves about the craftsmanship: "The quality and construction of this bag is very high. It holds its shape with nothing inside, the zipper glides very smoothly, and all the hardware has a luxurious weight and finish to it." Fair warning though—it's "not the most functional for day-to-day, especially being a Kindle girlie." But when it comes to evenings out? Pure magic. "This bag is perfect for a night out. It beautifully holds the essentials (wallet, keys, phone, lip gloss) and then some while still being able to close." The bottom line: This is the kind of bag that elevates every outfit it touches, even if it means leaving your novel at home sometimes. Worth it? Absolutely. The Nirvana Deluxe is the Nirvana that really gets it right. The Deluxe takes everything beloved about the original and supersizes it for real-world functionality without sacrificing that signature sculptural appeal. Take it from Rachel: "The black XL version of the bag fit my Kindle (rejoice!) and also features a taller shape that still feels unique, and therefore worth the price point!" For her, this bag checks all the boxes: "In order for me to buy a black handbag, the design really needs to feel special and also fulfill major functions. I think this bag delivered on that in a major way." The expanded size means you can finally carry your daily essentials, plus extras, without compromising on style or struggling with space constraints. It's the rare bag that works as hard as you do while looking like it's not even trying. Finally, the perfect summer bag. The Nirvana Crochet takes Aupen's beloved asymmetrical shape and gives it a raffia makeover that somehow manages to feel both laid-back and polished. Rachel is already plotting: "This is the kind of purse that makes you excited for the summer or vacation. I literally can't wait to wear it to my next tropical destination, where it would be the perfect little outfit completer for sunset dinners." What makes it work? "This honestly might be the perfect evening bag for warmer weather outfits, in that it goes with everything, can be dressed up or down, and is big enough to hold the must-haves (room key, wallet, phone) but small enough to still be dainty and not take up too much room in a suitcase," she explains. It's one of those rare pieces that actually delivers on the promise of effortless summer style—you know, the kind that looks like you just threw it on but somehow always works. Consider this the Nirvana's more practical sibling. The Buckle version swaps the original's braided handle for a sleek adjustable strap that actually works with your lifestyle. Wearing a chunky coat? No problem. Need to go hands-free while juggling coffee and your phone? This bag adapts. The streamlined design strips away the fuss while keeping all the sophistication that made the original a celebrity favorite. It's the kind of bag that slides seamlessly from weekend errands to dinner plans without missing a beat. The clean lines and premium leather construction mean it elevates even the most basic outfit—think elevated minimalism at its finest. If you've been eyeing Aupen but want something more functional than decorative, this is your entry point. It proves that sometimes the most understated option makes the biggest statement. Perfect for anyone who appreciates good design but needs their accessories to actually work for their busy life. "Not to be dramatic, but I've only had the Nirvana Chain bag for a few weeks and it's fully replaced my four-purse rotation!" says Cosmo's Associate Shopping Editor Meg Uy. "At this point, I grab it without thinking because it goes with literally everything." What makes it a closet staple? How versatile it is. "This bag just does it all! Whether it's errands, a coffee run, or a night out with friends, it's my ride-or-die when I'm only carrying the essentials (aka my cardholder, phone, multiple lip products (non-negotiable), AirPods, etc). It fits them all like a dream," Meg explains. The gold chain adds just enough edge without being flashy, and the convertible strap means you can switch from shoulder to crossbody in seconds. Meg's honest take? "As a shopping editor who's tried more bags than I can count, there are plenty of under-$100 options out there that pull off a similar vibe. But if you're on the hunt for something classic, made with quality materials, and versatile enough to wear with anything, this one delivers." It's the kind of investment piece that makes getting dressed effortless—and who doesn't want that? This textured take on the Nirvana brings that designer-quality feel without the flashy logos, and according to Cosmo's Shopping Editor Hannah Oh, "you wouldn't mix this up with a $25 dupe." She's impressed by the craftsmanship: "The bag doesn't collapse on itself, the zipper is smooth, the embellishments feel weighty," and notes that the pearl charm adds that "X-factor I'm always looking for in a purse." The asymmetrical shape takes some getting used to when filling it with things, but it fits all the dinner date essentials with room to spare. It's the kind of bag that's chic, different, and feels genuinely special. Kim Duong is the Deputy Shopping Director at Cosmopolitan, overseeing shopping coverage online for all things fashion, lifestyle, beauty, and sex. When she's not musing about which products are actually worth your hard-earned cash, she's also writing (sometimes slightly unhinged) fashion content in print. You can find her previous writing in Refinery29, InStyle, Travel + Leisure, and StyleCaster. Follow her on Instagram for bottomless cute dog content and did-that-really-happen-to-me story times in her highlights.
Politico
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Politico
Worcester's ICE storm
ON THIN ICE — As federal immigration enforcement actions ramp up in Massachusetts, so is the debate over what level of coordination there should be between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and local police. A deportation operation in Worcester earlier this month threw the discourse into sharp relief. ICYMI: Two people were arrested by Worcester police after a crowd gathered as ICE officers were attempting to take into custody a woman they said was in the country illegally. The kerfuffle spurred outrage from immigration advocates and hardliners alike. Protesters r allied outside Worcester City Hall, calling on police to do more to shield residents from ICE, while Worcester's police union and Homeland Security spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin took aim at Worcester City Councilor Etel Haxhiaj, who stood in front of the woman in an effort to keep officials from taking her. Days later, Stephen Miller, one of President Donald Trump's top deputies, was weighing in on X. The uproar prompted Worcester City Manager Eric Batista to sign an executive order 'reaffirming how the Worcester police interacts with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.' The order prevents city employees from participating in a federal operation 'solely for the enforcement of federal civil immigration laws, except in response to a request to assist with support services deemed necessary to ensure officer safety.' But not everyone is satisfied. The measure, critics pointed out, doesn't require local police to verify that federal officials have the authority to carry out an arrest — by determining they have a warrant, for example. 'Worcester police should be involved in protecting the peace in the city of Worcester and enforcing the laws of Massachusetts. I don't think that they should be helping ICE do things that are constitutionally questionable at best,' said Miles Gresham, policy director for Neighbor to Neighbor Massachusetts, a nonprofit that sent members to the scene as the ICE operation was taking place. Some are calling on more action from the state's top Democrats. At a rally over the weekend, roughly 100 protesters marched from Boston City Hall to Boston Common, urging Gov. Maura Healey to take a stronger stand against ICE. And a petition circulated by the LUCE Immigrant Justice Network of Massachusetts asks the governor to declare ICE 'a rogue federal agency operating outside the law.' But others, including Republicans challenging Healey for her seat, have been making the case for more coordination between federal and state officials. A spate of Republican-sponsored bills on Beacon Hill would do just that, though they face long odds of passing without support from Democrats who hold a supermajority in the Legislature. GOOD TUESDAY MORNING, MASSACHUSETTS. Have a tip, story, suggestion, birthday, anniversary, new job, or any other nugget for the Playbook? Drop me a line: kgarrity@ TODAY — Gov. Maura Healey, Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey and state and local officials hold a press conference on impacts to Medicaid in the megabill at 1:45 p.m. in Revere. State Auditor Diana DiZoglio attends Get Konnected's speed mentoring event at 5:30 p.m. in Boston. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announces the city's summer safety plan at 10 a.m. in Dorchester and hosts a luncheon for Boston Public Schools valedictorians at 12:30 p.m. in Fenway. DATELINE BEACON HILL — DEP delays electric vehicle sales requirements for two years by Colin A. Young, State House News Service: 'The Healey administration said Friday it will not enforce minimum electric vehicle sales requirements for model years 2026 and 2027, administratively taking a step that lawmakers have repeated sought to force legislatively. Under the Advanced Clean Cars II regulation that Massachusetts adopted following California's lead in 2023, vehicle manufacturers are supposed to produce and make available for sale a gradually-increasing percentage of zero-emission vehicles starting at 35% in model year 2026, rising to 43% in model year 2027 and eventually hitting 100% in model year 2035 and beyond.' WATCH — Massachusetts Secretary of Veterans' Services Jon Santiago talks funding cuts, homeless veterans by Ed Harding and Sharman Sacchetti, WCVB. FROM THE HUB — Boston launches review of school bus safety following collision death of 5-year-old by Carrie Jung, WBUR: 'Boston city leaders said they are launching an independent review into the safety policies and performance of Transdev, the school bus contractor for Boston Public Schools. The move comes nearly a month after a bus operated by a Transdev driver struck and killed kindergarten student Lens Joseph during drop-off after school.' FROM HARVARD YARD — Harvard foreign students feel like 'poker chips,' consider transfer after Trump attacks by Juliet Schulman-Hall, MassLive. — In extremely rare move, Harvard revokes tenure and cuts ties with star business professor by Kirk Carapezza, GBH News: 'Harvard University has stripped a world-renowned scholar of her tenure status. The university's top governing board, the Harvard Corporation, decided this month to revoke Francesca Gino's tenure and end her employment at Harvard Business School. Gino, who was celebrated for her research on honesty and ethical behavior, had faced scathing allegations of academic misconduct and fraud.' THE RACE FOR CITY HALL — Kraft-aligned super PAC pours $1.4 million into attacks on Wu in mayoral race by Matt Stout, The Boston Globe: 'The super PAC backing Josh Kraft in his challenge to Mayor Michelle Wu is dropping more than $1.4 million on ads, billboards, and text messages attacking the incumbent Democrat, marking the first significant infusion of outside cash into a race that's already splattered with mud-slinging. The spending, disclosed in a late Friday filing, is an extraordinary sum for an outside group to drop so early in the citywide contest. The timing of the push — and willingness of deep-pocketed donors to bankroll it — suggests voters' televisions and social media feeds could be inundated with political spots through the summer and fall.' Mayor Michelle Wu's campaign is out with a scathing statement in response this morning, accusing the Krafts of 'trying to buy' the election 'by trashing our city with millions of dollars of negative attack ads.' 'This is an unprecedented early start to outside money raining down on a Boston city election as Kraft runs the most negative mayoral campaign in generations,' the statement said. DAY IN COURT — Bar advocates to halt indigent defense work over stagnant pay by Aaron Curtis, The Lowell Sun: 'According to Massachusetts bar advocates, without a long-overdue raise, the justice system is headed for some serious trouble. In 2004, bar advocates — private attorneys paid by the state to represent clients unable to afford legal counsel — stopped taking new cases in protest of low pay. This move ultimately influenced lawmakers to raise the district court hourly rate to $50, as highlighted on a website created by attorney Todd Siegel advocating for increased compensation for attorneys who represent indigent clients. Bar advocates say that their wages have barely budged in the two decades since. … Now, history appears to be repeating itself as bar advocates, citing stagnant wages and legislative inaction, once again prepare to refuse new cases starting Tuesday.' FROM THE DELEGATION — Massachusetts Rep. Trahan's 'Les Miz' moment on Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' by John L. Micek, MassLive: 'In the early hours of last Thursday morning, as U.S. House Republicans got ready to send President Donald Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' over to the Senate, a Massachusetts lawmaker stepped into the breach, all Henry V-style, to try to stop it. That lawmaker, U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan, D-3rd District, offered what's known as a 'Motion to Recommit,' a parliamentary Hail Mary that would have sent the bill back to committee rather than allowing the eventual 215-214 vote to approve it.' FROM THE 413 — Clean energy measures, $7.68M budget coming to Shutesbury Town Meeting on Saturday by Scott Merzbach, Daily Hampshire Gazette: 'Prioritizing purchase of zero-emission vehicles, supporting municipal decarbonization by 2050 and opting into the state's specialized energy code, while enhancing the existing safe community bylaw and adopting a town spending plan for the fiscal year beginning July 1, are among articles voters will decide at annual Town Meeting Saturday.' — Budget cuts hours for some Easthampton employees by Alexa Lewis, Daily Hampshire Gazette: 'Although the city's proposed fiscal 2026 budget avoids direct cuts to municipal employee salaries, six workers are facing reduced hours and a hiring freeze is being put in place. According to Mayor Nicole LaChapelle, some municipal employees 'had extended hours,' meaning the city approved working hours for some positions beyond their typical 34-hour workweek. The hourly adjustment heading into the next fiscal year, she said, is an act of 'resetting' back to the 'base workweek' for these positions. However, the citywide hiring freeze is an act of abundant caution, following the lead of the Healey administration amid fiscal uncertainty.' — Amid conversations about public health and accessibility in downtown Pittsfield, homeless people still lack reliable access to public restrooms and showers by Claire O'Callahan, The Berkshire Eagle. THE LOCAL ANGLE — Narrow timeline creates strain on New Bedford's elections by Colin Hogan, The New Bedford Light: 'Calendars, packets, papers, and check-lists cover the tables inside New Bedford's elections office. Five months will pass before city elections take place this fall, on Oct. 7 and Nov. 4, but already this office is humming — and it's maybe a little more tense than usual. … Because the City Council rejected election officials' advice — including [New Bedford Election Commission Chair Manuel] DeBrito's, his staff's, and the Secretary of the Commonwealth's — New Bedford will be the only city in Massachusetts to host its preliminary election in October this year. That leaves a short window for voters to return mail-in ballots for the Nov. 4 general election.' — Trump's DOJ retracts investigations of 8 police departments. What about Worcester? by Brad Petrishen, Telegram & Gazette: 'President Donald Trump's Justice Department has announced it is 'retracting' its findings of constitutional violations by most of the police departments it cited under President Joe Biden. However Worcester's findings, for now, remain intact.' — More details emerge about health director's exit by Jim Sullivan, The Newburyport Daily News: 'As the city looks to replace former Health Director Laura Vlasuk, now running Malden's health and human services department, more details are surfacing as to why she decided to leave and how the news was shared with local leaders. After more than three years leading Newburyport's health department, Vlasuk left her role on May 14, roughly a week after the Malden City Council unanimously approved her appointment on May 5.' — Assistant to the mayor and city social worker positions being considered by Attleboro city council by Rhianwen Watkins, The Sun Chronicle. — Brockton's downtown homeless shelter moves to Manley Street by Chris Helms, The Brockton Enterprise. — 'Gulf of Weymouth' shirts raise $7,000 for new veterans' memorial by Jessica Trufant, The Patriot Ledger. HEARD 'ROUND THE BUBBLAH TRANSITIONS — Joanne Landers will be the new vice president of student affairs and Austin Gilliland has been tapped to serve as vice president of academic affairs at Northern Essex Community College. HAPPY BIRTHDAY — to Melissa Ludtke, state Rep. Steven Owens, Andrew Fowler and Brian Choquet. Happy belated to Sabrina Correa, who celebrated Monday.
The Hindu
25-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
GT vs CSK Live Score, IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans hopes to seal top-two spot, Chennai Super Kings aims to close on a high
ICYMI (PBKS) suffered a setback in its quest for securing a Qualifier 1 spot after a six-wicket loss at the hands of Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Saturday. Karun Nair's anchoring innings of 44 and Sameer Rizvi's 25-ball 58 helped the side chase down the 207-run target with three balls to spare. REPORT
