Secretary of State Marco Rubio has paused all U.S. foreign assistance funded by the State Department and USAID. This halt is to review the alignment of aid with the Trump administration's "America First" policy. The goal is to ensure that aid spending is justified and serves American interests.

The U.S. remains the largest global donor, providing $72 billion in assistance in fiscal year 2023. A memo to USAID staff reinforced compliance with the new strategy.

In a different realm, Waitrose has launched its Easter range for 2025. This includes seasonal items like the No.1 Chocolate Croissant Egg and new flavors of hot cross buns. The collection features Fairtrade cocoa and smaller treats, reflecting growing consumer preferences for oversized, shareable options influenced by social media.

The Digest, 1/26/2025 @1100PM, CDT

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