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Iran’s currency hits a record low
Iran’s currency fell to 613,500 to the dollar as it celebrates Persian New Year.ABC News - World - Iran -
Raw sewage discharges in England and Wales hit record
Data from Environment Agency prompts calls for government to declare national emergencyFinancial Times - Business -
The wealth of the 1% just hit a record $44 trillion
Economists say the rising stock market is giving an added boost to consumer spending through what is known as the "wealth effect."CNBC - Business -
Amazon writes its largest venture cheque yet for AI start-up Anthropic
$2.75bn deal is the latest sign of Big Tech’s race to capitalise on the booming sectorFinancial Times - Business - Amazon -
Dow Industrials, S&P 500 Dip to Start Week
Stocks were mostly lower as chip makers came under pressure, after a report that China plans to phase out U.S.-made microprocessors in government computers and servers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Nigeria accuses Binance of tax evasion as detained executive ‘escapes’ custody
West African country steps up scrutiny of world’s largest cryptocurrency exchangeFinancial Times - Business -
Corporate profits hit record high as economy boomed in fourth quarter of 2023
Gross domestic product (GDP) and corporate profits both smashed expectations in the fourth quarter of 2023 as the knock-on effects of pandemic stimulus juiced the U.S. economy. GDP came in at a 3.4 percent increase, below the massive bump of 4.9 ...The Hill - Politics -
US bridge collapse may hit insurance loss record
Barclays says the fatal incident could cost insurance companies as much as $3bn.BBC News - Top stories -
Oregon State, Washington State reach settlement with Pac-12's departing members, ending months-long battle
Oregon State and Washington State will receive $65 million from the 10 departing schools in 2024CBS Sports - Sports -
Wall Street revamps 2024 S&P 500 targets after record-setting stock-market rally
Wall Street analysts are playing catchup with the 2024 stock-market rally.MarketWatch - Business -
PS5's Game Help Feature Expands Expands With Auto-Recorded Clips To Help Others
Sony is expanding the PlayStation Game Help program that launched in 2020 and aims to help players get the help they need when trying to complete a game.. Launching later this year is "Community Game Help," which expands the library of game hints ...GameSpot - Tech -
U.S. stocks rose, with the S&P 500 adding 0.9% to close at a record and the Dow and Nasdaq gaining 1.2% and 0.5%, respectively.
U.S. stocks rose, with the S&P 500 adding 0.9% to close at a record and the Dow and Nasdaq gaining 1.2% and 0.5%, respectively.The Wall Street Journal - World -
LSU’s Kim Mulkey threatens lawsuit over rumoured Washington Post ‘hit job’
Post said to be preparing profile of champion coachMulkey attacks media in heated press conferenceKim Mulkey has threatened to sue the Washington Post after rumours circulated on social media that the newspaper is planning to publish an article on ...The Guardian - World -
LSU’s Kim Mulkey threatens lawsuit over rumoured Washington Post ‘hit job’
Kim Mulkey has threatened to sue the Washington Post after rumours circulated on social media that the newspaper is planning to publish an article on the LSU women’s basketball coach. Mulkey led LSU to the NCAA title last year, and is one of the ...Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Major U.S. stock indexes declined, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow industrials retreating 0.3%, 0.4% and 0.1%, respectively.
Major U.S. stock indexes declined, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow industrials retreating 0.3%, 0.4% and 0.1%, respectively.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Listen: Sunrisers Hyderabad hit IPL record 277-3 v Mumbai Indians
Listen to BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary as Sunrisers Hyderabad face Mumbai Indians in the 2024 IPL.BBC News - Top stories -
BlackRock’s Larry Fink is worried about ‘snowballing’ U.S. debt. Here’s how soon it could hit a record.
In his annual letter to BlackRock investors, the chairman and chief executive of the investment-management company said: “More leaders should pay attention to America’s snowballing debt.”MarketWatch - Business -
U.S. stocks retreated for a second straight session, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both losing 0.3% and the Dow industrials falling 0.4%.
U.S. stocks retreated for a second straight session, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both losing 0.3% and the Dow industrials falling 0.4%.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Juvenile dies in 'critical' incident in LA Sheriff's station lobby, department says
An altercation in the lobby of the a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department station on Sunday evening led to a "critical" incident, the department said in an advisory.ABC News - Top stories -
Apple Steps Up Its Lobbying to Change Patent Rules
After losing two complaints before the U.S. International Trade Commission, Apple has stepped up its lobbying to change the agency’s practices.The New York Times - Tech - Apple -
Cannabis rally pushes Scotts Miracle-Gro to ‘fair value’ level: analyst
Raymond James downgrades Scott’s Miracle Gro to market perform after stock rises 15% in 2024.MarketWatch - Business -
Most Americans support cannabis legalization for medical, recreational use: Pew
Story at a glance Most Americans — 88 percent — think cannabis should be legal for medical or recreational use, according to a recently published Pew Research Center survey. Close to six out of 10 Americans believe marijuana should be legal for ...The Hill - Politics -
Ex-Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura says he will sell cannabis edibles
Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura has announced he is entering the cannabis market as a sellerABC News - Sports -
Ex-Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura says he will sell cannabis edibles
Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura has announced he is entering the cannabis market as a sellerABC News - Entertainment -
Israeli delegation in Washington for Rafah talks
An Israeli delegation is expected to meet with Biden administration officials in Washington, D.C., Monday to discuss alternative plans for a Rafah offensive. Speaking with ABC News, Vice President Kamala Harris warned against any military ...CBS News - Top stories - Israel -
What New Jersey did right — and New York did wrong — with recreational-cannabis launches
New Jersey is now on track for $1 billion in cannabis sales, while New York is launching an overhaul of its licensing program as illegal shops flourish in the state.MarketWatch - Business - New York -
Canopy Growth rally continues with 28% gain after recent talk about federal cannabis reforms
Cannabis stock Canopy Growth has been rising sharply since March 14 and has gained 140% in the past week.MarketWatch - Business -
Israel defence chief to head to Washington for Gaza talks
Yoav Gallant will leave Israel for the US on Sunday amid growing tensions between the allies. Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant will leave on Sunday for talks in the United States, the Israeli government said, amid growing tensions between the ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Strippers' Bill of Rights Becomes Law in Washington State
"Strippers are workers" and deserve the same protections as people at other jobs, says state senator and bill's sponsor.Inc. - Business -
Washington governor signs 'strippers' bill of rights' into law
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee (D) signed the so-called strippers' bill of rights into law Tuesday, the most comprehensive legal protections for the adult entertainment industry in the nation. Proponents described the measure as critical for providing ...The Hill - Politics -
Washington Is Changing How It Asks About Race and Ethnicity
People will have seven categories to pick from, including ”Middle Eastern,” on census surveys and student-loan applications.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Netanyahu agrees to reschedule Washington delegation to discuss Rafah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday he plans to reschedule a delegation's visit to Washington, D.C., to discuss Israel's military action in Rafah, in southern Gaza. Netanyahu had canceled the trip after the U.S. abstained from a ...CBS News - Top stories -
Stocks Finish Lower, Led by Nasdaq
U.S. stocks finished lower, with the S&P 500 creeping further from its recent record highs.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Washington to hire Pat Chun: Huskies poach Washington State AD for same role ahead of Big Ten move
Chun returns to the Big Ten, where he spent the first 15 years of his administrative careerCBS Sports - Sports -
Sewage hits the fan, again
Sewage spills by water companies in England more than doubled in 2023.BBC News - Top stories -
Malinin on top of world after skating gold, record
Ilia Malinin put on a dominant display that included a jaw-dropping six quad jumps -- including his patented quad axel -- to snag the men's singles crown Saturday night at the world championships.ESPN - Sports -
British public donated record £13.9bn to charity in 2023
Average monthly donations rose by nearly 40% to £65, with poorest areas among the most generous. The British public donated a record £13.9bn to charity in 2023, with people in some of the country’s least affluent areas among the most generous, a ...The Guardian - World -
PetroChina Posts Record Profit, but Revenue Misses Estimates
Chinese state-controlled oil company PetroChina said its annual profit rose to a record due to lower operating expenses, but revenue fell on weaker oil prices.The Wall Street Journal - World -
PetroChina Posts Record Profit, but Revenue Misses Estimates
Chinese state-controlled oil company PetroChina said its annual profit rose to a record due to lower operating expenses, but revenue fell on weaker oil prices.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Successful school building bids drop to record low
The government has approved the lowest number of school building work requests since its model began.BBC News - Top stories