Monday, 10 Mar 2025

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Opinion | Remote Work Doesn’t Have to Be the ‘Mommy Track’

By Jessica Grose Opinion Writer As Covid case rates drop precipitously around much of the country, some corporate executives and the Biden administration appear to be pushing toward a return to the office. While most Americans can’t work remotely in the first place (about 60 percent, according to Pew Research), those who say they’re happiest […]

Truck engine maker Cummins to buy Meritor for $2.6 billion

(Reuters) – U.S. truck engine maker Cummins Inc said on Tuesday it will acquire auto parts maker Meritor Inc for $2.58 billion in cash, to expand its engine offerings and add axle and brake products to its portfolio. Cummins’ offer of $36.50 per Meritor share represents a premium of 48% to its Friday’s close. Meritor […]

Opinion | Somehow, Trump Is a Tough Act to Follow

By Gail Collins and Bret Stephens Ms. Collins and Mr. Stephens are opinion columnists. They converse every week. Gail Collins: Bret, what would you be doing now if you were Mitch McConnell? Bret Stephens: Wishing I weren’t. Gail: OK, I know, a bit hard to envision. But pretend. Bret: Well, if I were him I’d […]

Opinion | 12 Economically Insecure Americans on What Keeps Them Up at Night

By Laura Reston Ms. Reston is a senior staff editor in Opinion. As politicians panic about inflation and the national debt, the people they represent have more immediate concerns on their minds. Their grocery stores are running out of chicken. Their electrical bills are tripling month over month. And they sometimes have to trek clear […]

Opinion | 12 Economically Insecure Americans on What Keeps Them Up at Night

By Laura Reston Ms. Reston is a senior staff editor in Opinion. As politicians panic about inflation and the national debt, the people they represent have more immediate concerns on their minds. Their grocery stores are running out of chicken. Their electrical bills are tripling month over month. And they sometimes have to trek clear […]

Opinion | The Ottawa Trucker Protests Are a Test of Democracy

By The Editorial Board The editorial board is a group of opinion journalists whose views are informed by expertise, research, debate and certain longstanding values. It is separate from the newsroom. By the standards of mass protests around the world, the “Freedom Convoy” snarling Downtown Ottawa ranks as a nuisance. The number of protesters, about […]

Opinion | 7 Thoughtful Reader Responses on Ending Online Church

By Tish Harrison Warren Opinion Writer There was a huge response to last week’s newsletter, where I argued that churches should phase out their livestream services. I received thousands of emails and other replies online, many of which were beautiful and profound. You’ve given me a lot to think about! Readers raised important concerns and […]

Zero Covid in China

China’s zero-Covid policy has kept deaths very low. Can it continue? By David Leonhardt and Ian Prasad Philbrick World leaders are increasingly deciding that their countries need to figure out how to live with Covid-19 rather than minimize the number of cases. Britain, France, Denmark, Turkey and other parts of Europe have loosened restrictions. Australia […]