Emerging Markets Are Having A Moment

Bird flu case reported in Los Angeles after state officials declare emergency

Los Angeles County health officials reported the first human case of bird flu in the area less than a week after a statewide emergency declaration was announced.

ABC News - 26m

Syria's New Rebel Leaders Have Control of the Country. Now What?

The new Islamist-led government promises moderation, but officials aren’t committing to such issues as women’s rights or free elections.

The Wall Street Journal - 1h

Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed after Wall Street gains on tech strength

Traders will monitor any developments related to the planned merger of Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda.

CNBC - 1h

Is the stock market open on Christmas Eve? Does the post office deliver mail?

It’s the height of the holiday season, so expect schedule changes.

MarketWatch - 1h

Snoop Dogg's daughter Cori Broadus is going to be a mom: 'I'm having a mini me'

Snoop Dogg soon will welcome another grandchild, this time by way of daughter Cori Broadus, who confirmed her pregnancy nearly a year after she had a stroke.

Los Angeles Times - 2h

Asian stocks had a strong 2024 — but this market was the clear winner, thanks to a tech rally

Taiwan was Asia's best-performing market in 2024, while South Korea was the worst.

CNBC - 3h

New report says Matt Gaetz may have violated laws on prostitution, statutory rape

The House Ethics Committee’s final report on its investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., revealed he engaged in conduct that violates House Rules and some that are potentially criminal ...

NBC News - 3h

MLB aggrieved fan index: The 10 fan bases in 2024 who have the right to be most frustrated

Did your favorite team disappoint you this year? We break down how mad you have a right to be.

ESPN - 4h

German Christmas market attack offers far-right fertile ground despite suspect's support

There is deep sadness in the city - and also anger directed at the government and migrants.

BBC News - 5h

MLB rumors: Rays add former Silver Slugger, Mets eyeing outfield market, Phillies acquire another arm

Here are the latest from baseball's hot stove

CBS Sports - 6h

Stock market will find it hard to rally unless the dollar and bonds calm down

Stocks rose to kick off a holiday-shortened week on Monday, but the bond market and the U.S. dollar will likely need to cooperate for the equities rally to resume in smooth fashion.

MarketWatch - 6h

Jimmy Butler trade rumors: Do the Heat even have to move him before the deadline?

Miami is reportedly confident that Butler will need to figure out a sign-and-trade in the summer anyway

CBS Sports - 7h

Amazon and Starbucks Workers are on Strike. Trump Might Have Something to do With It

The President-elect was no fan of unions during his first term, though observers suggest he may be more accommodating on labor issues when he returns to office.

Inc. - 8h

5 Must-Have Technologies for Entrepreneurs in 2025

Drive your business development further with tech solutions.

Inc. - 9h

The Fed’s Stuck in a Wrestling Match With Financial Markets

Investors and the central bank can’t get on same page about where interest rates are headed.

Inc. - 9h

A Pro-Trump Group’s Risky Bet on Infrequent Voters Seems to Have Paid Off

Turning Point Action devoted much of its attention to less reliable voters. New data in Arizona showing a sizable Republican edge among them suggests that the strategy succeeded.

The New York Times - 11h

The Spy Who Didn’t Love Amazon, or Why You’ll Have to Wait for Your James Bond Fix

It’s been a minute since 007 has graced the silver screen, not because of a supervillain, but because of a conflict between the franchise producer and the tech giant’s algorithmic approach to content.

Inc. - 11h

Everybody seems to be having an off-day when they play against Liverpool

Liverpool keep doing Liverpool things. The Premier League is now theirs to lose, and for a manager in his first season in England, that is a remarkable achievement. Sign up to Soccer with ...

The Guardian - 11h

Even as Magdeburg mourns, the AfD is trying to cynically exploit the Christmas market attack | Thomas Vorreyer

For years I’ve watched the far-right party mobilise in my home town. Friday’s terrible events could galvanise it further. On Saturday afternoon in Magdeburg a man stood outside Johanniskirche (St ...

The Guardian - 12h

Christmas Market Attack Suspect Left a Decadelong Trail of Red Flags

The suspect in the attack in Germany had history of threats and harassment though no record of violence and an ideology that didn’t fit familiar patterns.

The Wall Street Journal - 12h

New report says Matt Gaetz may have violated laws on prostitution, statutory rape

The House Ethics Committee’s final report on its investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., revealed he engaged in conduct that violates House Rules and some that are potentially criminal ...

NBC News - 3h