Top White House economic advisers defended President Donald Trump’s dismissal of the Bureau of Labor Statistics chief, dismissing concerns that the move could erode trust in official U.S. economic data. Critics warned it might politicize economic reporting, but the administration insisted the decision was justified and would not affect data integrity.
Astronomers have identified asteroid 2025 SC79, a skyscraper-sized space rock completing its orbit around the Sun in just 128 days. It’s now the second-fastest known asteroid, offering new insights into the dynamics of near-Sun objects and the extreme conditions within our solar system.
Gold prices are on track to break a nine-week winning streak as investors book profits and growing optimism over global trade reduces demand for safe-haven assets. Analysts say easing geopolitical tensions and a stronger dollar have also contributed to the metal’s recent pullback.
