Coverage in United States

Prediction markets

Why prediction markets are drawing young men — and raising warnings

CBS News reports that young men are driving much of the activity on platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket, where quick gains can be followed by steep losses

Auto safety recall

Stellantis recalls nearly 1.08 million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators over fire risk

The company says affected Jeep owners should park away from buildings and other vehicles until a repair is available, with a remedy expected no later than July

Entry-level hiring

Young job seekers face a crowded, automated hiring market

Recent graduates describe sending hundreds of applications into systems that can feel opaque, as economists point to weak hiring, employer uncertainty and AI-driven screening

Citizenship debate

Ireland and Germany enter the U.S. birthright citizenship debate

Trump has criticized automatic citizenship at birth, while a Times summary says countries that reject the practice can face their own complications

Labor market

Job openings jump to 7.6 million, highest since May 2024

April’s JOLTS report showed stronger demand for workers but slower actual hiring, reinforcing a labor market with limited churn

Grocery retail

Asian groceries move beyond the ‘ethnic aisle

Whole Foods, Target and specialty brands are expanding Asian snacks, sauces and frozen foods as consumer demand pushes global flavors into mainstream grocery aisles