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U.K. Retail Sales Flat in March
Total U.K. sales volumes were no higher in March than in February, a weaker reading than had been forecast, and limiting the boost to wider economic growth.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
Mortgage rates have surged past 7% and home sales in March posted their biggest monthly drop in more than a year, renewing pressure on the U.S. housing market as uncertainty over real-estate commissions buffets the industry.
Mortgage rates have surged past 7% and home sales in March posted their biggest monthly drop in more than a year, renewing pressure on the U.S. housing market as uncertainty over real-estate commissions buffets the industry.The Wall Street Journal - World -
British retail sales stagnate as shoppers cut back on groceries
Economists had expected 0.3% expansion in MarchFinancial Times - Business -
More Than 100 Columbia University Students Arrested as Protests Intensify
The university called in the police to empty an encampment of demonstrators. But students have vowed to stay, no matter the consequences.The New York Times - Top stories -
Schneider Electric is in talks to take control of the engineering-software company Bentley Systems in a deal that could be valued at more than $15 billion.
Schneider Electric is in talks to take control of the engineering-software company Bentley Systems in a deal that could be valued at more than $15 billion.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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The four most divisive words you can hear on a planeThe Wall Street Journal - World -
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Chicano Batman are not who you expect them to be
Chicano Batman discusses its new album and a summer show at the Forum as part of its U.S. tour.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Voting begins in India’s election with Modi widely expected to win third term
First phase in world’s largest democratic exercise begins, with 969 million people eligible to vote over six-week period. Voting has begun in India’s mammoth general election, as Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata party hopes to increase its ...The Guardian - World -
When Valuing Your Business for Sale, Be Like Goldilocks
How to make sure the price isn't too hot, and isn't too cold, but just right.Inc. - Business -
AP Explains: 4/20 grew from humble roots to marijuana's high holiday
Marijuana advocates are gearing up for April 20ABC News - Health -
April 16, 2024 - Israel-Hamas war
The United States plans to impose new sanctions targeting Iran after its unprecedented attack on Israel over the weekend, according to National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan.CNN - Top stories - Israel -
April 15, 2024 - Israel-Hamas war
The Israeli war cabinet has reviewed military plans for a potential response against Iran, an official said. The cabinet remains determined to act, but it's not clear if a decision has been made.CNN - Top stories - Israel -
April 18, 2024 - Iran targeted in aerial attack
Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, according to a US official.CNN - Top stories - Iran -
European carbon trading catching less than quarter of airline emissions, data finds
With long-haul flights exempt from charges and carriers given free allowances, large share of flights not covered by systemFinancial Times - World -
Luxury car sales plunge as buyers put off by South Korea’s neon green licence plates
President Yoon Suk Yeol has pledged to target private use of company vehiclesFinancial Times - World -
Most UK dairy farms ignoring pollution rules as manure spews into rivers
Exclusive: 80% of Welsh dairy farms inspected, 69% of English ones, 60% in Scotland and 50% in Northern Ireland breaching regulations. The majority of UK dairy farms are breaking pollution rules, with vast amounts of cow manure being spilled into ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
UK car insurance prices fall for first time in two years
Quarter-on-quarter drop provides some relief for households but quotes are up 43% from a year agoFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
UK remains hard to reach for newest EU-domiciled ETF issuers
Post-Brexit overseas funds regime has yet to be implemented, depriving UK investors of some of latest innovative fundsFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Letting grass grow long boosts butterfly numbers, UK study proves
Analysis of 60o gardens shows wilder lawns feed caterpillars and create breeding habitat. Good news for lazy gardeners: one labour-saving tweak could almost double the number of butterflies in your garden, according to a new scientific study – let ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
EU Proposes UK Talks to Ease Stays for Students, Young Workers
Yahoo News - World - United Kingdom -
India seeks UK carbon tax exemption in free trade deal talks
Exclusive: India seeking to use approach of UK election as bargaining chip and any exemption would be controversial. India is demanding an exemption from the UK’s planned carbon tax as part of negotiations aiming to finalise a free trade deal ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
UK will not ‘turn on’ post-Brexit checks of EU goods for fear of border delays
Industry groups say lack of clarity leaves businesses unsure how to manage new rules due to start on April 30Financial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Top Cuban official says country open to more U.S. deportations
Cuba's deputy foreign minister tells CBS News that his country is willing to accommodate more than one deportation flight per month.CBS News - Politics - US Open -
DfE says 85,000 more free childcare places needed
The Department for Education estimates about 40,000 staff are also needed in England by September 2025.BBC News - Top stories -
Meta Is Already Training a More Powerful Successor to Llama 3
The open source Llama 3 AI model released by Meta today is just the start, according to the company’s chief AI scientist, Yann LeCun. He said a new, much larger version is in the works.Wired - Tech -
Modi’s Power Keeps Growing, and India Looks Sure to Give Him More
Few doubt the popular prime minister will win a third term in voting that starts Friday. His strong hand is just what many Indians seem to want.The New York Times - Top stories - India -
House passes more measures countering Iran following attack on Israel
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"CBS Evening News" headlines for Thursday, April 18, 2024
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."CBS News - Top stories -
U.S. stocks ended mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling 0.2% and 0.5%, respectively, and the Dow eking out a gain of less than 0.1%. Treasury yields rose.
U.S. stocks ended mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling 0.2% and 0.5%, respectively, and the Dow eking out a gain of less than 0.1%. Treasury yields rose.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Congress is fast-tracking a bipartisan effort to crack down on TikTok that could lead to passage of a law this month forcing a sale or eventual ban of the Chinese-controlled app in the U.S.
Congress is fast-tracking a bipartisan effort to crack down on TikTok that could lead to passage of a law this month forcing a sale or eventual ban of the Chinese-controlled app in the U.S.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Google is combining its Android software and Pixel hardware divisions to more broadly integrate AI
Google says it will combine the software division responsible for Android mobile software and the Chrome browser with the hardware division known for Pixel smartphones and Fitbit wearablesABC News - Tech - Google -
Kenya’s ‘blood desert’: can walking donor banks and drones help more patients survive?
The national blood deficit is most pressing in places like Turkana, where malaria, anaemia and violence make heavy demands on transfusion services – and doctors are pinning their hopes on innovation. In his small cubicle in Lodwar County referral ...The Guardian - World -
Iran crisis risks easing pressure on Israel over Gaza, diplomats warn
Humanitarian situation in Palestinian enclave remains dire, says EU’s top diplomatFinancial Times - World - Iran -
Starmer calls for police investigation into Tory MP Mark Menzies
Politician accused of using thousands of pounds given by donors for medical bills and personal expensesFinancial Times - World -
Prosecutors seek to ask Trump about civil fraud, E. Jean Carroll cases and more if he testifies in hush money case
Prosecutors from the Manhattan district attorney's office said in a court filing Wednesday that they plan to ask Donald Trump about the costly verdicts and findings of wrongdoing in his numerous civil cases if the former president decides to ...NBC News - Politics - Donald Trump -
More aid has been entering Gaza through the south of the enclave and a newly opened crossing in the north, but relief workers said it is inadequate to avert a looming famine.
More aid has been entering Gaza through the south of the enclave and a newly opened crossing in the north, but relief workers said it is inadequate to avert a looming famine.The Wall Street Journal - World