After Powell gives his Jackson Hole speech, the markets may wish they’d never heard it

Harris and Trump command the market’s attention — but Jerome Powell may steal the spotlight

Investors are anxious about the possibility that it could take days, or even weeks, for the results of this week’s presidential and congressional races to be known. But Tuesday’s vote is hardly the ...

Business - MarketWatch - 5 days ago

Watch Live: Harris gives concession speech after loss to Trump

Donald Trump has won a second term in the White House after surpassing the 270 electoral votes needed for victory, CBS News projected Wednesday morning.

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Business - Financial Times - October 25

Two Black Holes are Giving the Cosmos a Fright

The ghosts of stars are up to their usual mischief.

World - The New York Times - October 30

US election live: Kamala Harris says ‘do not despair’ in concession speech; Republicans outline ‘first 100 days’ of Trump presidency

Vice-president calls on supporters to accept election result, promises ‘peaceful transfer of power’; Trump campaign says Biden has invited president-elect. US election results 2024: live map and ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

The ‘Rolex on the Wall’ That Kissinger, Reagan, and Sinatra Loved, but You’ve Never Heard Of

The pioneering Geochron doesn’t just tell time—it tells stories.

Tech - Wired - October 24

Why Powell and Yellen May Have Pulled Off the Impossible With the Economy

Nobody thought they could tame inflation without a recession, but the Fed chair and Treasury secretary seem to have managed a macroeconomic marvel.

Business - Inc. - October 17

40% of investors are considering this money move after the election: It may cost them 'really great gains,' says market strategist

Making decisions about your portfolio based on the election will likely cost you, experts say. Here's how to keep anxiety from hurting your finances.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

Harris warns of ‘more chaos’ under Trump and vows ‘different path’

Democrat evokes January 6 Capitol riot to depict Republican rival as extremist in primetime speech

World - Financial Times - October 30

Harris to give closing argument in D.C. as Trump campaigns in Pennsylvania

Seven days before Election Day, former President Donald Trump will have rallies in Pennsylvania while Vice President Kamala Harris will give a speech at the park south of the White House.

Ten Hag wishes Man Utd 'trophies and glory' after 'end of dream'

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag says he wishes the club's fans "nothing but success, trophies and glory" following his sacking on Monday.

Recognition at last for Tom Bacon, the scientist you’ve never heard of who helped put men on the moon

Cambridge home of the engineer who developed fuel system used on Apollo 11 is to receive a blue plaque. It has been nearly 70 years since Francis Thomas Bacon developed a source of clean green ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

HK Leader May Focus on Economy, Liquor Tax Cut in Speech

World - Yahoo News - October 15

Rachel Reeves gives closing speech at UK investment summit – business live

Chancellor says £60bn of investment has been announced at summit, showing confidence in UK economy. Keir Starmer will promise to slash red tape as he hosts investment summit Who will attend ...

World - The Guardian - October 14

Israeli strikes pound Lebanon's Baalbek as new Hezbollah leader gives speech

Strikes hit Lebanon's Baalbek area after Israel warned residents to evacuate. Meanwhile, new Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem gave his first public speech since taking command. CBS News' Holly Williams ...

In Concession Speech, Harris Says She Will Not Give Up Her Fight

Her commitment to a peaceful transfer of power was more than President-elect Trump ever offered to President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris after they defeated him in 2020.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Election 2024 live updates as Trump celebrates win, Biden gives speech

Following the 2024 presidential election results, President Biden has invited President-elect Donald Trump to discuss the transition of power.

Trump’s Meandering Speeches Motivate His Critics and Worry His Allies

Some advisers and allies of former President Donald J. Trump are concerned about his scattershot style on the campaign trail as he continues to veer off script.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 17

Olivia Rodrigo says she's OK after falling through hole on stage

The Vampire singer was performing her final gig in Melbourne, Australia, when she fell into a hole.

Olivia Rodrigo says 'I'm OK' after falling into hole on stage

"That was fun. I'm OK. Sometimes there's just a hole in the stage," she tells an audience in Melbourne.

Guerrier wins after going 9 playoff holes in Spain

Julien Guerrier beat Jorge Campillo on the record-tying ninth playoff hole.

Sports - ESPN - October 20

Takeda wins Japan Classic after six playoff holes

Rio Takeda of Japan won the Toto Japan Classic in a playoff that lasted six sudden-death holes, defeating Marina Alex for her first victory on the LPGA Tour.

Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago

The Follow-Up to One of 2024’s Best Games May Never Happen

In April, House of the Dragon star Abubakar Salim released Tales of Kenzera: Zau. He already has an idea for an Afro-cyberpunk follow-up, he just has to overcome funding obstacles and YouTube ...

Tech - Wired - 3 days ago

Why A Dragon Age Trilogy Compilation May Never Happen

BioWare released a compilation package for its Mass Effect series bundling the original trilogy, but could the studio do the same for the Dragon Age franchise? Don't get your hopes up, but nothing ...

Tech - GameSpot - 3 days ago

Apple warns future products may never be as profitable as iPhone

Analysts say artificial intelligence and virtual reality headsets might have lower margins than smartphones and App Store

Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago

'Never give up' - Calafiori's journey from big injury to Premier League

Riccardo Calafiori feared he would struggle to walk after a serious knee injury at 16, but he is now eyeing Premier League success with Arsenal.

Harris concedes to Trump but urges supporters to ‘never give up’

Vice-president congratulates president-elect and vows not to ‘concede the fight that fuelled this campaign’

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Powell says he would not resign as Fed chief if Trump asked for his resignation

When asked whether he would resign if asked by Trump, the Fed chair simply said: "No."

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Harris delivers concession speech after losing to Trump

Vice President Kamala Harris gave a concession speech at Howard University in Washington after losing the election to Donald Trump. Harris said she had congratulated Trump on his victory and said ...

Who is Susie Wiles, Trump's new White House chief of staff?

Susie Wiles, President-elect Trump’s campaign co-chair and a veteran political consultant, was picked as his chief of staff on Thursday. “Susie Wiles just helped me achieve one of the greatest ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

The bond market may be at risk from inflationary forces beyond the Fed’s control

Investors remain nervous about upside risks to inflation, such as the outcome of the Nov. 5 presidential election, that haven’t been priced into the bond market — and which policymakers may not be ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 15

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