Here’s Thursday’s news, Daily Briefing friends:
Jane Onyanga-Omara here, bringing you the news to know today.
When Tim Brunner was at an auction barn earlier this week, he was surprised to see decent cows selling several hundred dollars cheaper than they were just a few weeks ago. He largely blames President Donald Trump. And he’s not the only one. The White House’s abrupt decision last week to ease tariffs on 300,000 metric tons — more than 660 million pounds — of foreign beef imports has infuriated American cattle ranchers and congressional Republicans alike.
TIM CURRY’S LEGACY REMEMBERED
Tim Curry, the actor celebrated for his roles as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the cult classic film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” and Pennywise the Clown in the 1990 version of “It,” has died. He was 80. Curry had been suffering from health issues in recent years and told fans in 2025 that he still struggles with mobility after a 2012 stroke.
Shopping
It’s technically not autumn, but pumpkin spice season is in full swing. The seasonal beverage has become an annual rite of late summer since Starbucks introduced it in 2003. The PSL is made with real pumpkin flavor, pumpkin-related spices (including cinnamon, nutmeg and clove), Starbucks Signature Espresso and steamed milk. The drink is topped with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spices and is available hot, iced or blended.
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