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Now That Rates Are Falling, Let’s Turn to Other Matters
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The Guardian - World
Netanyahu’s lethal bombs will turn Lebanon into another Gaza. He must be brought down now | Simon Tisdall
The truth is plainer than ever: the Israeli leader needs forever wars to keep himself in power. Innocent lives just don’t matter. Benjamin Netanyahu must be stopped. The horror unfolding in Lebanon ...2 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
UK interest rates will fall ‘gradually’, predicts Bank of England governor; China launches stimulus blitz – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news. Andrew Bailey has also been quizzed about fears in Kent that Brexit border checks will cause disruption in and around Dover. . Bailey ...6 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
What if the Fed doesn’t matter?
An interesting heresy7 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
Stunning images of birds showcased in photography award
A European goldfinch in flight, a hunting falcon and a trio of northern gannets diving into the ocean are among the winners.13 hours ago -
Yahoo News - World
After CEO’s arrest, Telegram says it will now turn some bad actors’ data over to law enforcement
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CBS News - Top stories
The best sunscreen options for fall 2024
Protect yourself from the sun's harmful rays this fall with these top-rated SPF 30 and SPF 50 sunscreens.19 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How much would a $50,000 HELOC cost per month now that rates are cut?
A HELOC comes with a variable interest rate, which could help borrowers now that interest rates have been cut.21 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
These industries are most likely to hire faster now that the Fed cut interest rates. Hint: tech isn’t on the list.
Some sectors are more likely to pick up hiring as borrowing costs fall. Here’s what that could look like.22 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
Secret Service job rating hits historic low in survey
Fewer than one-third of U.S. adults rate the U.S. Secret Service's job performance as "excellent" or "good" in the latest Gallup survey, marking a new low for the federal agency tasked with ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Sports
Michigan Proved It Can Win Ugly. For Now, That’s All That Matters.
The Wolverines aren’t looking for sustainability. They’re looking for whatever can help them win, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
AI's Failure in Biotech? A Reality Check on What Really Matters
By focusing on data quality, domain-specific knowledge, and the synergy between humans and machine learning, AI and biotech are on the way to transformative breakthroughs.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Who could be in Harris’s Cabinet? Let the chatter begin
As Democrats revel in Vice President Harris closing the polling gap against former President Trump, speculation is ramping up over who might serve in a potential Harris Cabinet if she prevails in ...2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Mysterious hate letters turn quiet village to 'poison'
The anonymous letters are described as “personal, obscene and targeted.”2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The Fed rate cut scared me. Where should I invest my $127,000 in savings now?
This reader wonders whether CD rates, high-yield savings accounts and bond ladders are still smart moves, even if interest rates keep dropping.3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
The Papers: 'Labour U-turn on freebies' and 'Fayed was a monster'
Saturday's headlines include the Labour donations saga and comments from lawyers representing Mohamed Al Fayed's rape accusers.3 days ago -
ESPN - Sports
Kyle McCord is letting it rip at Syracuse
The quarterback is off to a hot start at his new school -- and is looking to lead the Orange to new heights.3 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Should you borrow home equity now that the Fed has cut rates?
It could be a smart time to borrow from your home's equity — but you should consider a few factors first.3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Top stories
Covid Showed Us That the Truth Is a Matter of Life or Death
I am deeply troubled by the growing distrust of science in our society, just at the time when its insights are most needed.3 days ago - Covid -
Financial Times - Business
Let’s have a proper conversation about assisted dying
The UK prime minister has promised a parliamentary vote on the issue — and about time3 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Disney Lets Slack Go, Despite Employee Gripes
After a major cyberattack, the entertainment giant scrapped the messaging tool, but few workers are excited about theswitch to Microsoft Teams.3 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Will mortgage interest rates fall further in September?
Mortgage interest rates plunged to a 2-year low this week. But will they drop even further this month?3 days ago - Mortgage -
NBC News - Top stories
OK, so there was an interest rate cut. What do I do now?
The Federal Reserve’s decision Wednesday to lower its key interest rate by half a percentage point brought some clarity to the country’s top financial decision-makers, sending stocks surging to ...3 days ago -
ABC News - Health
US will let more people take methadone at home
The first big update to U.S. methadone regulations in 20 years is poised to expand access to the life-saving drug starting next month3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
The Fed finally cut interest rates — but let's not get too excited just yet
If you're running a small business, this cut in interest rates will have little impact.3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
DHS is in for a rough ride after the election, no matter who wins
Without support, our already overextended immigration system will face an overwhelming burden to implement the next president's policies.4 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Sky Glass customers complain as TVs won't turn on
The company has apologised to Sky Glass and Sky Stream customers encountering issues.4 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Oprah, Swift and Clooney: do celebrity endorsements matter in the US election?
While A-listers come out for presidential candidates, experts say they may not move the dial on polling day4 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Two-year UK mortgage rates fall faster than longer-term deals
Shorter fixed-rate offers move closer to five-year ones as markets price in future Bank of England rate cuts4 days ago - Mortgage -
The New York Times - Top stories
An Artist Turns Detritus of Ghana’s Past Into Future Possibility
Installations of jute sacks or hospital beds have made Ibrahim Mahama a star. Back home, they’re fueling a bold vision.5 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Mica Ertegun’s Collection on Auction at Christie’s
The society fixture, decorator and philanthropist Mica Ertegun helped define the tastes of an era. Now her great collections are going on the block.5 days ago
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Rebecca Lobo Helped Build the WNBA. Now She’s Seeing It Flourish.
Lobo, one of the W.N.B.A.’s first stars, will now be broadcasting perhaps the most anticipated postseason in league history.4 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Boeing Says It Has Made Its ‘Best and Final’ Offer to Striking Workers
The proposal includes raises of 30 percent over the four-year contract, up from a 25 percent offer, but it’s unclear whether it will satisfy workers.17 hours ago -
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Visa Faces an Antitrust Lawsuit by the Justice Dept.
The agency plans to argue that the company illegally penalizes customers that try to use rival payment processors.13 hours ago -
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Why the Justice Department is Targeting Visa
The Justice Department is expected to sue the global payments giant as soon as Tuesday, accusing the company of stifling competition.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Business
Rethinking ‘Checks and Balances’ for the A.I. Age
A project at Stanford points to the need for institutional innovation, especially in government, to increase the odds that A.I. enhances democracy.45 minutes ago