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CNN
08-05-2025
- Politics
- CNN
Aaron Blake Joins CNN as Senior Reporter
Aaron Blake has joined CNN as a Senior Reporter, the network announced today. In this role, Blake's cross-platform reporting will focus on a range of political topics including President Trump, Congress, and the federal government. Blake joins CNN after more than a decade at The Washington Post, where he most recently served as a Senior Reporter focused on analysis of Congress, the White House, campaigns, polls, and political legal issues. As one of The Post's most read authors, his sharp political coverage drove consistent engagement from audiences across platforms. During his time at The Washington Post, Blake hosted 'Post Reports', a weekly politics podcast, formerly called the 'Campaign Moment'. He also served as managing editor of The Fix, one of the outlet's signature political blogs. Prior to his time with The Washington Post, Blake was a staff writer for The Hill, where he covered House, Senate, and presidential campaigns for the newspaper. Blake is a graduate of the University of Minnesota and will be based out of CNN's Washington, D.C., bureau.
Washington Post
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
The Diddy trial: The rise and fall of Sean Combs
In early 2023, Sean Combs — otherwise known as Diddy, Puff Daddy, Love — seemed to be on top of the world. He had a long career as a successful music producer and businessman, and he received multiple honors for his work — even getting a key to the city of New York from its mayor. But that fall, everything changed when his ex-girlfriend Casandra 'Cassie' Ventura filed a lawsuit against him alleging that he'd sexually abused and sex trafficked her throughout their decade-long relationship. This opened the floodgates. Dozens of other alleged victims came forward, and soon Combs found himself at the center of a federal investigation into his businesses. After arresting him in September 2024, federal prosecutors alleged in an indictment that Combs used his business to carry out criminal activity, including sex trafficking, forced labor, kidnapping, arson and bribery. He's now awaiting trial in a Brooklyn jail. For the next month on 'Post Reports,' we're going to be following Combs's trial, which starts Monday. You'll hear regularly from reporter Anne Branigin, who's been closely following this story since Cassie filed her lawsuit, as well as other Washington Post journalists from the Style and Audio teams. On today's episode, Branigin describes how the Combs rose to fame and power, and what he is now being accused of. Today's show was produced by Sabby Robinson. It was edited by Reena Flores and Carla Spartos and mixed by Sean Carter. Thanks also to Maggie Penman, Lucas Trevor, Amanda Finnegan and Renita Jablonski. The episode also features Janay Kingsberry and Helena Andrews-Dyer, reporters for the Style section of The Post. Geoff Edgers contributed to this report. Follow our coverage of the trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs on Spotify here. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.
Washington Post
01-05-2025
- Business
- Washington Post
Allison Michaels named WP Ventures Director of Business Operations
We are delighted to announce that Allison Michaels has started a new position as Director of Business Operations for WP Ventures. When we envisioned this role, we knew we needed a nimble strategic leader with a track record of collaboration across teams. Allison not only brings those things but also has a deep understanding of The Post's competitive advantage and a specialization in off-platform products, especially podcasts. In fact, more effectively monetizing our podcast portfolio will be a first area of focus for Allison in her new role, continuing to work closely with Renita and a cross-functional team spanning product, business development, and Client Solutions. Since 2022, Allison has served as deputy director of audio where she has been an invaluable partner in helping develop the department's editorial and strategic initiatives. Within her varied portfolio, Allison has led our audio course effort, "Try This," which, within just a few seasons, became our most subscribed-to show after "Post Reports." She worked closely with editors across desks on establishing workflow for author-read "Deep Reads," developed launch plans for all our new shows, and has led our partnership with our product team over the years on audio technology efforts including AI-read articles and the development of our in-app audio player. As many of you know, one of Allison's first forays into audio was at the microphone. She was the host of The Post's former weekly podcast, "Can He Do That?" which launched in 2016. Within its first month, the show crossed a million downloads, becoming a must-listen for the rest of President Trump's first term. Allison came to The Post two years before that and served as a founding member of the Emerging News Products team. Before the 2016 election, she began an assignment as a digital editor for Politics which included leading ambitions projects including the virtual 'museum' examining former president Barack Obama's legacy. Allison's experience before joining The Washington Post included roles at U.S. News & World Report, Washington City Paper and American Journalism Review. Allison lives in Kensington with her husband and two sons. Please join us in congratulating Allison on her new role.
Washington Post
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Washington Post
David Hogg riles Democratic Party with plans to primary incumbents
David Hogg, a top Democratic party official, isn't backing off his controversial plan to fund primary challenges against Democratic members of Congress he deems 'ineffective' in reaching disaffected voters, particularly young ones. 'The fact of the matter is if you were doing your job and you're being effective, this should not concern you,' Hogg said in an interview with the Washington Post's Post Reports podcast. 'But if you are anxious from listening to this or hearing about this idea, you should ask yourself, if you're a member of Congress, why and how you can change.'
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
A staggering 40% of Gen Zers plan to splurge more on non-essentials this year. Is it time for a reality check?
As Trump's trade policies continue to send shockwaves through the economy — creating fears of rising prices, layoffs and a potential recession — investors are bracing for impact. With markets in flux and uncertainty in the air, financial anxiety is mounting. While no one can control the stock market, The Washington Post's personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary says there's one thing people can take charge of: their spending. But according to new data, Generation Z isn't exactly slamming the brakes. I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how In fact, 40% of Gen Zers plan to spend more on non-essential purchases in 2025 compared to last year, according to Northwestern Mutual's latest Planning & Progress Study — earning the title 'Spend Z.' Their intention to spend outpaces every other generation and persists despite credit card bills (22%) and personal education loans (16%) being their main sources of outstanding debt. While many in this position might choose to cut back on non-essential spending, Gen Z as a whole doesn't seem to want to make any sacrifices. On a recent episode of the Post Reports podcast, Singletary didn't mince words when offering advice to young adults navigating these choppy waters: 'You have to put your adult hat on and say, 'You know what? I wish I could eat out, but I can't.'' That may be easier said than done in an age where Uber Eats orders and late-night Shein scrolls feel like self-care rituals. But experts warn that trading savings for short-term splurges could leave young consumers vulnerable — especially with the economy on shaky ground. There's a good chance you may have found yourself uttering the phrase, 'I really shouldn't be spending this much' — mid trip to the mall with an oat milk latte in hand. But despite headlines warning of an economic slowdown and the not-so-soft whisper of a recession, a growing number of young adults are choosing indulgences over budgets. According to a 2023 Morning Consult report, Gen Zers and millennials are spending more than $400 a month on non-essential purchases like travel, recreation and dining out. That's significantly higher than the $250 Gen Xers spend and double the nearly $200 boomer benchmark. The economy as a whole is still banking on consumer resilience. The National Retail Federation projects 2025 retail sales will hit $5.42 trillion, perhaps driven in part by younger generations keeping their wallets open, even as their savings shrink. While the impact of economic uncertainty may not yet be visible in your day-to-day life, it's likely on the horizon. And when it arrives, you'll want more than just a closet full of trending accessories. A well-padded emergency fund will offer the kind of value fast fashion can't. Read more: The US stock market's 'fear gauge' has exploded — but this 1 'shockproof' asset is up 14% and helping American retirees stay calm. Here's how to own it ASAP Prioritizing wants over needs during economic uncertainty can leave young consumers vulnerable to debt, with little to fall back on when the unexpected hits. 'Now that you're a young adult, you've got bills to pay. You have to save for retirement. You have to save for an emergency fund. Maybe you've got young children yourselves,' Singletary said on the podcast. You can start by building a budget. Not just a mental tally of your spending — but a written, trackable plan that accounts for fixed expenses, savings goals and the real cost of lifestyle choices. Even small changes can have a lasting impact. For example, swapping food delivery for planned grocery runs can save hundreds each month while teaching discipline in spending. Next, it would be a good idea to create an emergency fund. You could aim to save up three to six months' worth of your essential expenses and make each contribution non-negotiable, like rent. This cushion can help cover job loss, medical bills or even the inevitable life hiccup — all without reaching for a credit card. Aside from an emergency fund, you could also start contributing to a retirement account — whether it's a Roth IRA or 401(k). Putting even a small amount away now allows compound interest to do the heavy lifting long term. And if you're still craving that big splurge, you can budget for it by setting aside a small amount regularly and make it a conscious reward — not a spontaneous swipe. Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
