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MarketWatch - Business
Traders brace for volatility as more than $5 trillion in options set to expire in latest ‘triple witching’
It’s that time again: Investors will see option contracts tied to more than $5 trillion in tradeable stocks expire on Friday in the latest quarterly “triple witching” event.1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Why a recession still worries this stock-market veteran, despite the Fed’s rate cut
David Rosenberg: Best bets are long-term Treasury bonds and gold, plus utilities, real estate, financials and dividend-paying growth stocks.2 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Mortgage rates fall to lowest level in two years: Here’s how much money you need to buy a $400,000 home
The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging 6.09%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.6 hours ago - Mortgage -
CNBC - Business
August home sales drop more than expected, as prices set a new record
The median price of an existing home sold in August was $416,700, up 3.1% from August 2023.6 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
August home sales drop more than expected, as prices set a new record
Sales of previously owned homes fell 2.5% in August from July, to a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 3.86 million units, according to the National Association of Realtors.8 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Bank of England presses pause on rate cuts, highlights 'gradual approach'
The decision to hold comes after the U.S. Federal Reserve kicked off its own monetary easing with an aggressive 50 basis point rate cut.8 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
What to know about the two waves of deadly explosions that hit Lebanon and Syria
Just one day after pagers used by hundreds of members of millitant group Hezbollah exploded, more electronic devices detonated in Lebanon Wednesday in what appeared to be a second wave of ...9 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
How to Factory-Reset Your Phone Before You Sell It
Upgrading to a shiny new device? Here’s how to restore your old phone to its factory settings.9 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
What to know about the explosions in Lebanon
CBS News national security contributor and former acting CIA director Michael Morell discusses the latest on the deadly explosions in Lebanon and if it could lead to a wider war in the Middle East.10 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
A Fed rate cut with the stock market at a record high? Here’s what history says.
Do rate cuts with the stock market at or near all-time highs provide bulls additional fuel or do they portend trouble ahead? Dow Jones Market Data ran back the tape.10 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
High-grade masks may have been no better than surgical masks, Covid inquiry hears
UKHSA's Prof Susan Hopkins said respirator masks may have worked no better than thin surgical masks.11 hours ago - Covid -
BBC News - Top stories
What we know about the walkie-talkie explosions
The attacks left at least 32 dead and thousands injured, but how the blasts occurred remains unclear.14 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Walkie-Talkies in Lebanon May Have Held More Explosives Than Pagers
The blasts on Wednesday involved bigger, heavier devices that set off more large fires.15 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
The great divide: are office workers more productive than those at home?
Amazon has told staff they must return five days a week – but experts don’t all agree that flexible working cuts output. Four years ago when the world of work was upended by the Covid pandemic, ...17 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Private equity is doing badly — however you measure it
Investors desperate to get cash back are putting pressure on funds to capitulate on sales18 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Captain Stokes to have scan before Pakistan tour
Ben Stokes will have a scan on his hamstring injury next week as England wait on the captain’s fitness for the first Test in Pakistan.Yesterday - Pakistan -
CBS News - Top stories
New COVID variant XEC now in half of states. Here's what to know.
Some of the earliest U.S. cases were reported in Virginia.Yesterday - Covid -
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CBS Sports - Sports
Snyder's Soapbox: Record-breaking White Sox should be more embarrassing for owner Jerry Reinsdorf than players
The players are about to break MLB's single-season losing record, but the root cause is deeper than themYesterday - MLB -
CBS News - Top stories
How high will gold prices climb this October? Here's what experts think
Experts are bullish on gold for October, despite some market uncertainty. Here's what investors should consider now.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Assisted living facilities vs. nursing homes: What to know about cost and care
Costs and services differ between assisted living vs. long-term care facilities. Here's what to consider now.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Dow’s record run leaves transports behind. Here’s what it means for stocks.
How unusual is the underperformance of the Dow Transports — and how concerning is it?Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
An alternative version of the S&P 500 has beaten its more popular sibling back to record highs
The equal-weight S&P 500 has beaten its more popular sibling in the race back to record highs. That tells us a lot about how U.S. stock-market leadership has shifted since the start of the third ...Yesterday -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Don't have time for a 'WandaVision' rewatch? What you need to know for 'Agatha All Along'
Agatha Harkness, the witch who was pulling almost every evil string in Marvel's 'WandaVision,' returns in 'Agatha All Along.' Here is everything you need to know about everyone's favorite musical ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Manhattan’s King Cole Bar Reopens After a Renovation
After a major renovation, a cozy gathering spot at the St. Regis New York is ready to serve.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
More floods are coming to Britain, but you ought to know this: the system that should protect us is a scandal | George Monbiot
A network of public bodies are supposed to safeguard us from flooding. But, like old boys’ clubs, they are bastions of self-interest. Labour’s first stage of government resembles a vast forensic ...Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Eagles say they didn’t lose because of Saquon Barkley’s drop. Analytics support that more than you might think
Philly will need plenty more firepower on Sunday when they visit New Orleans. Jalen Hurts and Barkley will need to carry the load heavily then as they did Monday night.Yesterday -
CBS News - Politics
Paul Whelan tells other American detainees, "We're coming for you"
The Marine veteran was released in August as part of a complex deal with Russia.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Trump Media shares sink more than 6% two days before merger 'lockup' period ends
Former President Donald Trump on Friday said he will not sell his stake in Trump Media, which owns the Republican's preferred social media app, Truth Social.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Trump makes pitch to NY voters: 'What the hell do you have to lose?'
Former President Trump made a pitch to New York voters in a Truth Social post Tuesday afternoon in spite of the state’s historically Democratic voting record. “Nassau Coliseum, on Long Island, will ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
What to know about buying a home before the Fed cuts rates
The Fed's rate cut this week could have an impact on the homebuying process. Here's how.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
Here’s what ‘No Spend September’ is and how to know if you should participate
'No Spend September' is a social media trend that involves a full month of cutting nonessential purchases. Here's how you may benefit.2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Report: More Than 4 Million Older Workers Have Left the Workforce Since 2020
The silver tsunami is already making waves. And businesses in the trade and service industries will soon find it even harder to find workers, according to a new report.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Here's what to know about the suspect in the apparent Trump assassination attempt
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect in the apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, appeared in court Monday on two federal gun charges. Court documents show that Routh's ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Entertainment
Emmy Awards ratings up more than 50%, reversing record lows
The Emmys telecast on ABC reached nearly 7 million viewers, a jump of more than 50% from the record low of the last ceremony in January2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
What can revive the American starter home?
Only one-third of American families can afford a starter home in just 10 of the 100 largest cities in the U.S., CBS News found.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Starter homes increasingly out of reach for American families
Americans are increasingly unable to afford starter homes in many cities across the U.S. Among the problems, there's a shortage of about 5 million homes for sale or rent, and that's driving up ...2 days ago