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Congress must not derail the freight rail lifeline for America’s farmers

May 20, 2026

Congress must not derail the freight rail lifeline for America’s farmers

Railroad and agricultural industry leaders share concerns about congressional proposals they say could harm freight rail and the U.S. farm economy.

China’s crop-control chokehold puts America’s dinner table in danger

May 11, 2026

China’s crop-control chokehold puts America’s dinner table in danger

A seventh-generation Indiana farmer explains why Trump's executive order securing domestic glyphosate production is vital to America's food security.

The unexpected force keeping beef prices high and why the pressure could last for years

May 11, 2026

The unexpected force keeping beef prices high and why the pressure could last for years

A 75-year low in the U.S. cattle herd is driving beef prices higher, and economists say the tight supply situation could take years to resolve.

Why last year's breach is this year's identity fraud

May 10, 2026

Why last year's breach is this year's identity fraud

Identity fraud losses hit $27.3 billion in 2025 as criminals exploit stolen data long after breaches fade from headlines. Here is how to protect yourself.

STEVE FORBES: The left’s latest bad idea would punish bargain hunters

May 8, 2026

STEVE FORBES: The left’s latest bad idea would punish bargain hunters

Far-left efforts to resurrect the 1930s Robinson-Patman Act threaten free market pricing, consumer savings and retail competition, critics argue.

SEN DAVE McCORMICK: Prediction markets are booming. Washington must catch up

May 6, 2026

SEN DAVE McCORMICK: Prediction markets are booming. Washington must catch up

The Prediction Market Act aims to protect consumers, set ethical guardrails for public officials, and keep the U.S. at the forefront of innovation.

Gen Z turns on classic snacks, forcing major grocery shake-up: 'They don't trust them'

May 4, 2026

Gen Z turns on classic snacks, forcing major grocery shake-up: 'They don't trust them'

Younger consumers are driving snack trends toward simpler ingredients, transparency and smaller pack sizes amid inflation concerns and a hunger for "functional" snacks.

DIY identity protection vs paid services: What works in 2026

May 2, 2026

DIY identity protection vs paid services: What works in 2026

The Conduent breach, called the largest in U.S. history by Texas AG Ken Paxton, exposed millions of records. Here's how to protect your identity now.

May Day protests to take place Friday as agitators across the US push 'Workers Over Billionaires' motto

April 29, 2026

May Day protests to take place Friday as agitators across the US push 'Workers Over Billionaires' motto

Nearly 500 organizations plan over 750 May Day 2026 events nationwide as workers boycott jobs, school and shopping under a Workers Over Billionaires motto.

Maryland moves to ban surveillance pricing in grocery stores

April 29, 2026

Maryland moves to ban surveillance pricing in grocery stores

Maryland will become the first U.S. state to ban surveillance pricing at grocery stores, with the new law set to take effect on October 1, 2026.