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Democrats signal further increases to defense funding could come at cost for GOP
Prominent Democrats said Wednesday that any increases to defense spending beyond the budget limits agreed to as part of a bipartisan deal last year must also be met with parity for domestic programs. In remarks to the press on Wednesday, Senate ...The Hill - Politics -
Fed chair Powell signals that rates will remain higher for longer
US central bank says there has been a ‘lack of further progress’ towards 2% inflation goalFinancial Times - World - Federal Reserve -
Fed chair Powell signals rates will remain higher for longer
US central bank says there has been a ‘lack of further progress’ towards 2% inflation goalFinancial Times - Business - Federal Reserve -
Corporate insiders are on a buyers’ strike — signaling more downward pressure on stocks
Executives in the know aren’t biting at discounted share prices.MarketWatch - Business -
Best pre-Memorial Day deals on barbecue grills
Barbecue season is finally here, so if you're shopping for a new grill, here's your chance to save some cash.CBS News - Top stories -
Best deals on robot vacuums ahead of Memorial Day
It's time for a thorough house cleaning this spring, and a robot vacuum can help you do all the heavy lifting.CBS News - Top stories -
Hainault sword attack: The day that 'shocked everyone'
Watch the key developments of the day in Hainault, which led to the death of a 14-year-old boy.BBC News - Top stories -
Best Mother's Day gifts for your wife
She gives everything to you and the kids all year, the right Mother's Day gift for your wife let's her know how appreciated she is.CBS News - Top stories -
Testimony ends for the day in Trump hush money trial
The prosecution continued to question the ex-publisher of the National Enquirer David Pecker as Donald Trump sat in a New York courtroom Thursday for his criminal hush money trial.CNN - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Rare bird visits garden and stays for three days
Bird-lover gets a rare "treat" after a hoopoe lands outside her back door.BBC News - Top stories -
4/28: The Book Report by Washington Post critic Ron Charles
The "Sunday Morning" book reviewer offers his picks from this month's new fiction and non-fiction titles, including a new book by Amor Towles, author of "A Gentleman in Moscow," and Judi Dench's love letter to Shakespeare.CBS News - Entertainment - United Kingdom -
How to Get Free Kindle Books With Your Library Card (2024)
All you need is an internet connection, a library card, and a good ebook reader to dive into your next page-turner.Wired - Tech -
Norwegian Cruise’s stock falls after revenue missed, despite record bookings
Norwegian Cruise’s stock slumped Wednesday, after the cruise operator beat first-quarter profit expectations and raised its full-year outlook amid continued record demand, but missed revenue expectations for the first time in seven quarters.MarketWatch - Business -
His Book Was Repeatedly Banned. Fighting For It Shaped His Life.
“The Chocolate War,” published 50 years ago, became one of the country’s most challenged books. Its author, Robert Cormier, spent years fighting attempts to ban it — like many authors today.The New York Times - Top stories -
The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (April 28)
This month's fiction and non-fiction titles include the follow-up from Amor Towles, author of the international sensation, "A Gentleman in Moscow."CBS News - Entertainment - United Kingdom -
Judi Dench revisits her Shakespearean legacy in new book
Judi Dench has tackled nearly every female role in William Shakespeare's plays, from Juliet to Cleopatra.CBS News - Top stories -
How to Age Fingernails, and Other Tips From a Movie Makeup Book
Emily Schubert has done makeup and prosthetics on movies like “The Sweet East” and “Good Time.” She shares her tricks in a new book with A24.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Judi Dench revisits her Shakespearean legacy in new book
Judi Dench has tackled nearly every female role in William Shakespeare's plays, from Juliet to Cleopatra.CBS News - Entertainment -
Brittney Griner Talks Candidly About Her New Book, Russia and Recovery
In an interview, the basketball star reveals her humiliation — and friendships — in Russian prison, and her path to recovery.The New York Times - Top stories - Russia -
Poisoned books, hidden monsters and a bit of maths – take the Thursday quiz
Questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?. This week on social media, Tom Forth mused on those incredible moments when you are attending a pub quiz, and the person asking the questions ...The Guardian - World -
A Very Famous Model Stars in a Very Pixelated Book of Wigs
With the model Kaia Gerber, the hairstylist Guido Palau created a “low-fi” project about the transformative power of hair.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Amazon experts top book recommendations for every type of mom
Still searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Sarah Gelman, Amazon Books Editorial Director, shares her top book picks for all kinds of moms.CBS News - Top stories -
Amazon experts top book recommendations for every type of mom
Still searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Sarah Gelman, Amazon Books Editorial Director, shares her top book picks for all kinds of moms.CBS News - Entertainment -
Eli Lilly assures investors it can overcome the high-quality problem of too much demand
The world's most valuable drugmaker hiked its full-year sales and profit guidance, despite missing lighter-than-expected first-quarter revenue.CNBC - Business -
Ron Insana: The 2024 inflation scare has arrived, but there are still signs of hope for investors
Recent inflation readings have come in hot, but commodity prices and other indicators seem to show signs of cooling.CNBC - Business -
Hedge funds are ‘dead as a doornail,’ says chairman of ultra-rich investors' club Tiger 21
Hedge funds are "dead" as an investment asset class among members of Tiger 21, a network of ultra-high net worth investors, said founder Michael Sonnenfeldt.CNBC - Business -
ISS says unions and pension funds should back Norfolk Southern activist investor
ESG-focused investors and unions should back Norfolk Southern activist Ancora and its CEO pick Jim Barber, ISS said on Thursday.CNBC - Business -
Exclusive: Youth coach facing assault charge was cleared by third-party firm investigating Hockey Canada abuse claims
A youth ice hockey coach facing charges for assault of a child was cleared for the same incident by the ‘independent third party’ enlisted by Hockey Canada to look into abuse claims. A youth hockey coach is set to appear in a Canadian court ...The Guardian - World -
J&J said it would put to a vote a nearly $6.5 billion settlement offer for tens of thousands of talc-related personal-injury lawsuits.
J&J said it would put to a vote a nearly $6.5 billion settlement offer for tens of thousands of talc-related personal-injury lawsuits.The Wall Street Journal - World -
UnitedHealth CEO estimates one-third of Americans could be impacted by Change Healthcare cyberattack
UnitedHealth CEO estimates that data from one-third of Americans could have been compromised in the Change Healthcare cyberattack.CNBC - Business -
Third Point made ‘substantial investment’ in Alphabet as shares fell on Google’s Gemini fiasco
Daniel Loeb’s hedge fund said it believes Alphabet is well positioned to capitalize on the rise of AI,MarketWatch - Business -
CBS News poll finds economy is a top issue in major battleground states for Biden, Trump
The first CBS News battleground tracker poll of 2024 found Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Michigan in a statistical tie between President Biden and former President Trump if people voted today.CBS News - Politics - Joe Biden -
People are spending less on fast food. That makes sense for consumers, even if it’s a red flag for companies — and the economy.
“Americans need to reprioritize their cash flow in difficult times,” according to one financial planner. “McDonald’s and Starbucks will survive.”MarketWatch - Business -
Czech central bank cuts a key interest rate again with inflation down and the economy on the mend
The Czech Republic’s central bank has cut its key interest rate for the fourth straight time as inflation dropped and the economy has shown signs of recoveryABC News - World -
Animal shelters ‘can’t keep up with cat adoptions’ as today’s economy tips the scales on cats vs. dogs
Four years after “pandemic pets” offered lockdown companionship and drained shelters of cats and dogs, data suggest that more economical cats are gaining on dogs.MarketWatch - Business -
Celebrities and Journalists Mix at Parties for White House Correspondents Dinner
In Washington, celebrities mixed with journalists and government officials at glittery parties before the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
AMD’s mixed earnings reveal a company with a lot to prove — and the goods to do it
Why 2024 will be a year of sizeable growth for the chip maker.MarketWatch - Business