Dollar Hits Fresh Record Against Turkish Lira Despite Appointment of Rational Finance Minister
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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 -
Four suspects appear in court as Russia mourns concert attack dead
At least 137 people killed and 180 injured in assault claimed by IsisFinancial Times - Business - Russia -
JPMorgan chief Dimon had White House lunch with Kamala Harris
Meeting comes after Wall Street titan praised Donald Trump in Davos interviewFinancial Times - Business -
Adam Neumann makes a $500 million bid for WeWork that could hit $900 million if financing and diligence firm up
Adam Neumann has submitted an unsolicited bid in excess of $500 million to acquire WeWork out of bankruptcy, a person familiar with the matter told CNBC.CNBC - 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 -
Insurance loss for US bridge collapse could hit $3bn
It could cost insurance companies $1.2bn for the bridge damages and millions more for the six deaths.BBC News - Top stories -
Sunak’s attempt to boost Tory morale hit after two ministers resign
UK PM forced into mini-reshuffle ahead of three-week break after Robert Halfon and James Heappey quitFinancial Times - Business -
Traffic deaths rise despite billions of dollars spent on safety projects
Five-year-old Allie Hart is among tens of thousands of Americans killed in traffic each year, despite billions of dollars spent on safety projects nationwide. CBS national investigative correspondent Stephen Stock reports.CBS News - Top stories -
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 -
Israel-Gaza war live: Netanyahu hits back at war cabinet minister who criticised cancellation of US visit
Israeli prime minister’s political rival said Netanyahu should have travelled to the US after visit is cancelled following UN vote to pass ceasefire resolution. Unrwa’s planning director has said “more people will die” in the north of the Gaza ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Corruption case involving a former Singaporean transport minister expanded with more charges
A ministerial corruption case in Singapore has expanded with more charges being filed against a former transport ministerABC News - World -
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The Guardian appoints first Caribbean correspondent
Natricia Duncan’s role, unique to UK news media, is one of seven new appointments – two in the US – since Legacies of Enslavement report. The Guardian has appointed its first Caribbean correspondent, marking one year since the newspaper’s owner ...The Guardian - World -
Snyder's Soapbox: No, you aren't good enough to hit .100 against MLB pitching
Feast your eyes on this hilarious poll with ignorant responsesCBS Sports - Sports - MLB -
Southgate defends picking John Stones despite injury against Belgium
Manchester City player was substituted after 10 minutes‘We have done what Holland did with Van Dijk tonight’Gareth Southgate defended his decision to start John Stones in the friendly against Belgium after the England centre-back limped off five ...The Guardian - World -
Elena Rybakina into Miami final despite meltdown against Victoria Azarenka
Fourth seed beats Belarusian 6-4, 0-6, 7-6 (2)Alexander Zverev into men’s semi-finalsThe fourth seed, Elena Rybakina, overcame a second-set meltdown to beat the Belarusian Victoria Azarenka 6-4, 0-6, 7-6 (2) on Thursday and secure a return trip to ...The Guardian - World -
UN picks Saudi Arabia to lead women’s rights forum despite ‘abysmal’ record
Kingdom chosen to chair Commission on Status of Women after unopposed bid, to dismay of human rights groups. Saudi Arabia has been chosen as the chair of the UN commission that is supposed to promote gender equality and empower women around the ...The Guardian - World - United Nations -
Kentucky bill strips governor of power to appoint senator
The Kentucky Senate sent a bill to Gov. Andy Beshear (D) Thursday that would strip him of his power to appoint people to the U.S. Senate. The bill seeks to hold special elections for Senate vacancies in Kentucky, according to The Associated Press. ...The Hill - Politics -
Education body split on appointing interim chief
The education minister proposed Richard Pengelly be appointed to the post from 15 April.BBC News - Top stories -
Rationed food kept Cubans fed during the Cold War. Today an economic crisis has them hungry
María de los Ángeles Pozo used to get a little notebook laying out her family’s rations in Cuba’s subsidized neighborhood storesABC News - World - Federal Reserve -
Old video shows fight outside Turkish embassy in Tokyo, not Kurds 'causing mayhem in Saitama'
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Is now the time Palestinian politics can start afresh?
With many challenges ahead, the future of Palestinian leadership is yet to be decided, writes Lucy Williamson.BBC News - Top stories -
Disney and DeSantis-appointed Florida oversight board settle lawsuit
Disney and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District settle a lawsuit over the powers of the special body that controls the land Walt Disney World sits on.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment - Florida -
Shifty Eye Games raises $580K and appoints gaming luminaries as advisers
Shifty Eye Games has raised $580,500 in funding from Canadian government groups and recruited a trio of game industry veterans as advisers.VentureBeat - Tech -
Valentino appoints ex-Gucci designer Michele as creative director
Announcement comes a week after his predecessor said he would leave Italian couture houseFinancial Times - Business -
I was charged $150 for missing a doctor's appointment. Turns out these fees are on the rise
Missed a doctor's appointment? You could get hit with a "no-show" fee. Here is what experts say about the fairness of such charges, and how to avoid them.CNBC - Business -
The WSJ Dollar Index is Flat at 98.93
The WSJ Dollar Index was flat at 98.93.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.2% to 99.09
The WSJ Dollar Index was up 0.2% to 99.09, and is up 10 for of the past 14 trading days.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How 3 Female Entrepreneurs Are Making Strides in Finance's Male-Dominated Landscape
Three innovators share their top tips for women founders looking to break into finance and make an impact.Inc. - Business -
Larry Fink’s retirement warning highlights fight over ‘hardest problem in finance’
Money managers and insurers vie for the assets of a generation worried it has not saved enoughFinancial Times - Business -
Two ministers quit government in mini-reshuffle
Education minister Robert Halfon and armed forces minister James Heappey are also standing down as MPs.BBC News - Top stories -
Humza Yousaf questioned over new hate crime laws
The first minister faces questions from opposition party leaders and backbench MSPs at Holyrood.BBC News - Top stories -
Valentino announced the appointment of Italian designer Alessandro Michele as the fashion house's new creative director.
Valentino announced the appointment of Italian designer Alessandro Michele as the fashion house’s new creative director.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Hidden Hospital Fees Cost Patients Hundreds of Dollars
Unsuspecting patients are finding themselves at the mercy of institutions tacking on the bills.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Comex Gold Settles Higher
Gold prices rose, clawing back some of Friday’s losses, with the front-month Comex contract for March settling up 0.8% at $2174.80.The Wall Street Journal - World -
WSJ Dollar Index Falls 0.2% to 98.85
The WSJ Dollar Index was down 0.2% to 98.85 — snapping a two-trading-day winning streak.The Wall Street Journal - World