Opens Door to Lower Tariffs on Some Chinese Goods After Trump-Xi Trade Talks

The U.S. government plans to ask the public which Chinese goods should qualify for lower tariffs, signaling a cautious new phase in Washington’s trade relationship with Beijing. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the administration will seek public comment on products that could be eligible for tariff reductions. The move follows recent Trump-Xi talks and […]

Texas Barbecue Icons Fight to Survive as Beef Prices Turn Brisket Into a Luxury

Texas barbecue, one of the state’s most famous culinary traditions, is facing a serious economic crisis as meat prices surge and restaurant owners struggle to keep their doors open. Rising beef costs, especially for brisket, have forced some beloved barbecue spots to close and left even highly rated restaurants operating in “survival mode.” Brisket, long […]

Hollywood’s Production Crisis Becomes a Defining Issue in the Los Angeles Mayor’s Race

Hollywood’s production crisis has become a major issue in the Los Angeles mayoral race, putting the future of the entertainment industry alongside affordability, crime and homelessness as one of the city’s central political concerns. This would have been hard to imagine in the previous election cycle, but the steep decline in local film and television […]