Land Securities Posts First Rise in Property Portfolio Value for 2 Years

Welcome to Lauscha, home of the Christmas ornament

Julia Jeuvell of Choosing Keeping explores the German birthplace of the bauble

World - Financial Times - 46 minutes ago

Brussels to free up billions of euros for defence and security from EU budget

Policy shift will allow the bloc’s capitals to redirect ‘cohesion funds’ amid Ukraine conflict and Trump victory

Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Saints' Kamara lands 2-year extension through '26

The New Orleans Saints agreed to a two-year extension with running back Alvin Kamara, the team announced Tuesday night, a deal that is worth, a source told ESPN, approximately $24.5 million for the ...

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Washington Post says it will not endorse candidate for first time in 30 years

Newspaper condemned for ‘chicken-shit’ decision on White House race as staffers say they are ‘deeply concerned’. For the first time in over 30 years, the Washington Post announced on Friday its ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

King Charles III's visit rekindles Australia's debate on ending ties to the British monarchy

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived in Sydney on the first Australian visit by a reigning monarch in more than a decade

Entertainment - ABC News - October 18

UPS beat on revenue for the first time in 2 years, even as online sales slowed

UPS’s stock jumps toward a three-month high after earnings beat expectations, with revenue topping forecasts for the first time in nine quarters.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Should gold investors add more to their portfolio as the price rises?

Experts say that despite today's high gold prices, there are plenty of reasons to buy in.

Wasps secure land to build new stadium in Kent

Former Premiership club Wasps move a step closer to a return to professional rugby by securing land to build a new stadium in Kent.

Rachin Ravindra hailed as New Zealand secure first Test win in India for 36 years

New Zealand win by eight wickets after chasing down 107 Rachin Ravindra made 134 for Black Caps with bat New Zealand secured their first Test victory in India since 1988,chasing down 107 to ...

World - The Guardian - October 20

These two ‘low tax’ states are getting socked with fast-rising property taxes

Nationally, property taxes in major cities have gone up 30% since 2019, according to a new Redfin analysis.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

At 39 Years Old, LeBron James Posts the First Triple-Double of the N.B.A. Season

The Lakers coach JJ Redick called the experience of watching James in the fourth quarter on Saturday “surreal.”

Sports - The New York Times - October 27

2-year Treasury yield sees biggest monthly rise since February 2023

Treasury yields finished little changed on Thursday after a closely followed inflation reading, but booked solid monthly increases.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Massachusetts Ballot Question 2 and the Value of Standardized Tests

A ballot initiative targets tests rather than fixing problems in the system.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

China's property market is expected to stabilize in 2025 — but stay subdued for years

China's struggling real estate sector may not start turning around until the second half of next year, even with the latest stimulus measures, analysts predict.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Eurozone inflation rises to 2% in October

Annual figure is slightly above expectations and matched the ECB’s target

Business - Financial Times - October 31

Here's a rapid-fire update on all 33 portfolio stocks, including our 2 newest positions

Jim Cramer broke down each holding Wednesday during the October Monthly Meeting.

Business - CNBC - October 16

Jim Cramer wants to buy more shares of 2 portfolio companies with favorable catalysts

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Business - CNBC - October 28

‘I don’t trust my financial guy.’ I’m 67 and trying to live on $2.2K-a-month Social Security. I have $500K with an adviser, who charges 2%, but last year the return was 26%. What’s my move?

We spotted a lot of too-common red flags.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

The year's brightest supermoon is rising this week

Get ready to look up for the year’s biggest and brightest supermoon. And it's pairing up with a comet for a rare stargazing two-for-one.

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Militants in northwest Pakistan attack a security post killing 10 forces

Authorities say a group of militants have attacked a security post in northwest Pakistan and killed 10 officers in an intense shootout

World - ABC News - October 25

Trump taps Fox News host Hegseth for defence secretary

President-elect to also nominate John Ratcliffe for CIA director and Mike Huckabee for US ambassador to Israel

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

FirstFT: Musk and Ramaswamy to lead Trump drive on efficiency

Also in today’s newsletter, Klarna files for US IPO and potential ‘white knight’ bidder emerges for Seven & i

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Japan and EU announce a security and defense partnership as regional tensions rise

Japan and the European Union have announced a security and defense partnership as they seek to step up military ties, including joint exercises and exchanges between their defense industries, amid ...

World - ABC News - November 1

Security tight for France-Israel soccer match amid rising tensions

Security is being increased around Paris for a soccer match between France and Israel. Authorities are on high alert in the wake of an outbreak of antisemitic violence against Israeli soccer fans ...

North Korea trash balloon lands in South Korea president's compound, security says

A North Korean "trash balloon" landed inside the South Korean presidential compound in the capital Seoul on Thursday amid rising tensions between the two neighbors.

'My 12 hours of uni each week are incredible value'

University fees are rising to £9,535, meaning students will be left in more debt after their course.

Disney's Earnings Outlook Rises as Streaming Unit Posts Gains

The streaming profit and studio are bright spots, while income from cable and theme parks declines.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 19 hours ago

Home insurance premiums to keep rising in ‘difficult year’

Insurers are attempting to stem persistent losses on their underwriting

World - Financial Times - October 20

Minimum wage to rise to £12.21 an hour next year

The National Living Wage will rise by 77p from £11.44 per hour for workers over the age of 21.

Rail fares set to rise in England next year

Regulated rail fares in England are set to rise by 4.6%, while most rail cards will rise by £5.

Infant mortality rises for third consecutive year in England

Risk of death for babies born in poorer areas is almost three times higher than in wealthier postcodes, figures show. Infant mortality has risen for the third year in a row in England, with the ...

World - The Guardian - 16 hours ago

Pakistani security forces kill 12 insurgents in 2 raids hours apart

Pakistan's military says troops have faced off with insurgents in two separate raids on their hideouts in the country, killing 12 militants

World - ABC News - Yesterday

Fantasy Baseball Today: Ronald Acuña still valued as a first-rounder despite questionable Opening Day status

Chris Towers also examines Mookie Betts potential return to the infield

Sports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago

Jeff Bezos Defends Decision to End Washington Post Endorsements

Mr. Bezos, the newspaper’s owner, said that presidential endorsements “create a perception of bias” and that “my views here are, in fact, principled.”

Business - The New York Times - October 29

I’m a 26-year-old property investor. Is now a good time to refinance — or should I flip houses before buying more?

“I’ve been investing in real estate since I was 20.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

Land Securities Posts First Rise in Property Portfolio Value for 2 Years

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