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Fast-growing Chinese retailer Miniso shifts expansion focus overseas
Finance chief says low-cost chain plans to open 600 stores abroad this year amid weak consumption in its home marketFinancial Times - World -
Can Europe’s economy ever hope to rival the US again?
Chronic underperformance is worrying EU policymakers who are searching for ways to inject some dynamismFinancial Times - Business -
Reports: Toronto expansion team to join WNBA
Toronto has been awarded a WNBA franchise that will start play in 2026, according to multiple reports, when it will become the league's first team outside of the United States.ESPN - Sports - WNBA -
It’s been a century since corporate bonds have outperformed government debt like this
It’s been at least a century since corporate bonds have outperformed government bonds to the degree that has been happening now.MarketWatch - Business -
Seagate 2TB Xbox Expansion Card Gets Big Discount
After a few generations without them, memory cards have made a big return in the last couple of years. Specifically, Xbox Series X|S plug-and-play expansion cards that give users an instant storage capacity upgrade. These were quite pricy at ...GameSpot - Tech -
GOP infighting threatens to deliver primary losses
Bitter infighting among House GOP lawmakers is threatening to boot several members out of office, as Republicans wade into incumbent primary contests against the best advice of their own party leaders. Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) became the latest ...The Hill - Politics -
How To Buy A Special-Edition Nintendo Switch Console Below Retail Price
Nintendo isn't big on discounting its games or hardware, and it's not unusual to see products listed at full price years after launch. That's often the case for Switch consoles, as you don't often see worthwhile price cuts unless it's a big ...GameSpot - Tech -
Store closures are surging in 2024. Here are the worst-hit retailers.
Due to bankruptcies and other problems, retailers plan to close almost 3,200 stores this year, up 24% from a year ago.CBS News - Top stories -
Apple Retail Employees at Maryland Store Vote to Authorize Strike
The iPhone maker is continuing to negotiate with the union representing about 100 workers at a store near Baltimore.The Wall Street Journal - World - Apple -
Apple Retail Employees at Maryland Store Vote to Authorize Strike
The iPhone maker is continuing to negotiate with the union representing about 100 workers at a store near Baltimore.The Wall Street Journal - Business - Apple -
How AI Expansion Helps Companies Like RunPod Find New Niches to Make Money
Much of the current wave of AI tech operates in the cloud, but not all cloud systems are equal. That's a problem RunPod is addressing and building a business around.Inc. - Business -
Pirates phenom Paul Skenes delivers in wild, rainy debut
The Pirates topped the Cubs 10-9 in a game that offered a reminder that Skenes alone cannot save Pittsburgh.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Rwanda scheme: NI court ruling delivers blow to ministers
A court in Belfast rules the UK government’s act unlawfully diminishes the rights of asylum seekers.BBC News - Top stories -
How retailers like Best Buy, T.J. Maxx and Home Depot quietly target 'problem' returners
The latest crackdown on returns is only that latest effort by retailers to tamp down on return losses, with many U.S. names using third-party tracking software.CNBC - Business -
Workers at a unionized Apple retail store near Baltimore voted to authorize a strike as contract talks with the company continue.
Workers at a unionized Apple retail store near Baltimore voted to authorize a strike as contract talks with the company continue.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Apple workers at one store OK first strike against tech giant's retail arm
Workers at the first Apple Store to unionize, outside Baltimore, have now also authorized a first strike against the tech giant's retail operations.CBS News - Top stories - Apple -
With the first-quarter earnings season nearly over, companies whose profit has fallen short of forecasts are being punished more heavily than usual, and those that outperform aren't being particularly well rewarded.
With the first-quarter earnings season nearly over, companies whose profit has fallen short of forecasts are being punished more heavily than usual, and those that outperform aren’t being particularly well rewarded.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Big retailers report as Q1 earnings wind down. This company has been the biggest drag on the S&P 500’s results.
Groceries and houses are still way more expensive than they were before the pandemic. This week, two of the nation’s largest retailers — Walmart Inc. and Home Depot Inc. — will probably have more to say about it.MarketWatch - Business -
Bored With the Same Old Instant Ramen? These Real-Deal Regional-Chinese Noodles Deliver Far More Flavor
For restaurant-quality results with an impressive array of flavorings, garnishes and texture-boosters tucked right into the package, these Chinese instant noodles go above and beyond. Our taste test revealed 4 clear winners.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Paul Skenes is ready to deliver on the hype as prized Pirates rookie prepares for major league debut
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Paul Skenes is ready for his major league debutABC News - Sports -
Luis Arraez delivers walk-off single in first home game since being traded from Marlins to Padres
The hit capped off a thrilling 2-1 win over the rival DodgersCBS Sports - Sports - MLB -
UFC St. Louis: Esteban Ribovics delivers wild head-kick KO to beat Terrance McKinney seconds into their fight
It took Esteban Ribovics only 37 seconds to get the win Saturday night.Yahoo Sports - Sports - UFC -
Argentina's President Pledged Fiscal Shock Therapy. So Far, He's Delivering Economic Pain.
Poverty, hunger and food prices are rising, but Javier Milei says the “promise of prosperity” is at hand if his overhaul can take hold.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Putin replaces security chiefs in surprise reshuffle
Sergei Shoigu’s move from defence ministry painted as an attempt to rein in runaway military spendingFinancial Times - Business -
Russia replaces defense minister in surprise cabinet shakeup
Yahoo News - World - Russia