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Why Kroger’s Albertsons Deal Drew FTC Scrutiny
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) challenged Kroger’s proposed acquisition of Albertsons because it believed the deal could reduce competition in grocery…
Why Medicare Coverage For Weight Loss Medicines Is Under Debate
The fight over expanding Medicare coverage for weight loss drugs has become a major US health policy dispute. At its centre are GLP-1 medicines such as Wegovy…
What Federal Heat Rules Could Mean For Outdoor Workers
What the new federal heat protection standards mean for outdoor workers depends on an important distinction: the United States Occupational Safety and Health…
How US transport rules shape self-driving truck testing
Self-driving trucks are moving from controlled proving grounds to public roads, where safety, insurance and freight efficiency meet. In the United States, the…
Why the Tribal Adoption Case Still Shapes US Politics
The US Supreme Court’s decision in Haaland v Brackeen preserved a federal law governing the adoption and foster care of Native American children. The ruling…
What the Spyware Hearing Revealed About Modern Surveillance
A congressional hearing on law enforcement’s use of spyware has renewed scrutiny of tools that can turn a smartphone into a powerful surveillance device.…
Why the EPA Is Tightening Rules on Industrial Wastewater from Power Plants
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is tightening controls on wastewater released by coal-fired and other steam-electric power stations.…
The Push for a Federal Right to Repair Electronics Gains Traction
Consumers are paying more for phones, laptops, game consoles and home appliances that can be difficult or impossible to fix. The growing right-to-repair…
How New York’s Congestion Charge Could Reshape Urban Travel
New York City’s congestion pricing scheme has turned a familiar transport idea into a live policy experiment. Since January 2025, vehicles entering Manhattan’s…
Australia weighs federal ban on flavoured tobacco products
The conversation around flavoured tobacco products has shifted from the margins of public health discourse to the floor of federal parliament, with lawmakers…