What we are reading, June 25, 2025
A possible treatment for HIV, more misadventures from the Trump administration, and the sale of Dr. Squatch are in the news this week.
FDA approves Gilead’s twice-yearly HIV prevention injection, offering a powerful and convenient new option
The launch of the injection faces potential threats, including the Trump administration’s proposed cuts to federal funding for HIV prevention efforts.
Annika Kim Constantino
Unilever acquires Dr. Squatch, valuing brand’s viral marketing to Gen Z men
The maker of soaps, shampoos and lotions has become well known for innuendo-laced ads starring “Euphoria” actor Sydney Sweeney.
Peter Adams
Boeing’s Air Force One production is facing continued delays because the manufacturer can’t consistently hire and retain mechanics
The aircraft’s delivery date has moved from 2024 to late 2029, after President Donald Trump’s term is over.
Sasha Rogelberg
Los Angeles Lakers owners sell majority stake in the team at $10 billion valuation
The Buss family has agreed to sell a majority stake of the Los Angeles Lakers to businessman Mark Walter.
Jessica Golden,Alex Sherman
So, has anything actually gotten more expensive because of Trump’s tariffs? | CNN Business
Predictions from mainstream economists were dire after President Donald Trump launched his tariff campaign just a couple weeks after he began his second term in office: Prices would rise — sharply — they said, reigniting an inflation crisis that tens of millions of Americans had elected him to solve.
David Goldman
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