Asia Pacific markets climb with China's central bank in focus; S&P and Dow set fresh records
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ABC News - Health
Want to burn calories? Climbing stairs might be the most effective exercise for you
If you’re trying to lose a bit of weight and want a new way to do it, stair-climbing as a regular exercise — or just adding a few flights a day — might be for you2 days ago -
ABC News - Sports
Want to burn calories? Climbing stairs might be the most effective exercise for you
If you’re trying to lose a bit of weight and want a new way to do it, stair-climbing as a regular exercise — or just adding a few flights a day — might be for you2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Flight makes emergency landing after mouse climbs out of boxed meal
Passenger Jarle Borrestad told the BBC that the mouse scurried out of his seatmate's boxed in-flight meal.2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Why the S&P 500 could soar above 6,000 by year-end
A 1990s-like market boom is more likely after Fed rate cut, investment strategist Ed Yardeni says.2 days ago -
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ABC News - Sports
Ohtani sets MLB record with homer and stolen base in same game in Dodgers' 6-4 win over Rockies
Shohei Ohtani set a major league record by homering and stealing a base in the same game for the 14th time and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied to beat the last-place Colorado Rockies 6-42 days ago - MLB -
Financial Times - Business
Why I tried to climb Mont Blanc in a bonnet, dress and hobnail boots
In full Victorian dress, Elise Wortley follows in the footsteps of a pioneering female adventurer3 days ago -
The New York Times - World
With Focus Shifting to Lebanon, Some in Gaza Fear Cease-Fire Talks Will Be Sidelined
Even as Israel signals that it is moving its focus to its northern border with Lebanon, there has been no pause to its bombardment in Gaza, where residents are facing another winter with little ...3 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Trump Media closes at a new 52-week low, as Dow finishes week at record high
Shares of Trump Media fell to a new 52-week low Friday, closing down 7.82%, at $13.55 per share, just one day after “lockup” restrictions expired, which had previously prevented its majority ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
Trump Media closes at a new 52-week low on heavy trading after lockup expires
Former President Donald Trump's majority stake in the Truth Social owner was worth $1.5 billion by Friday's close.3 days ago - Donald Trump -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
AL Central setting up as MLB's most compelling and competitive division with three regular-season series to go
The Guardians are on their way to winning the division, while the Royals, Twins and Tigers are all jockeying for wild-card position.3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Is China preparing to attack Japan?
China may be preparing a surprise attack against Japan, involving a massive missile barrage against all major U.S. and Japanese military installations, in order to maximize the effectiveness of a ...3 days ago - China -
ABC News - World
New Zealand’s army chief: Pacific nations need tailored military training
New Zealand’s army chief, Maj. Gen. Rose King, has highlighted the challenges Pacific Island nations face with foreign military training in an interview with The Associated Press3 days ago - New Zealand -
The Hill - Politics
Watch: Harris campaigns in battleground Georgia with focus on abortion
Vice President Harris delivered remarks Friday at a campaign event in the swing state of Georgia, with a particular focus on the issue of abortion. Her remarks were expected to highlight the ...3 days ago - Abortion -
Financial Times - Business
Did central banks get the inflation crisis right?
Policymakers are lowering rates and signalling new confidence that a ‘soft landing’ is possible. But few are ready to declare victory3 days ago -
VentureBeat - Tech
PESO.IO: How Gal Erlichman is changing traditional marketing
CONTRIBUTOR CONTENT: Serial entrepreneur Gal Erlichman has held many roles and started companies in several spaces. In his latest venture, he is looking to disrupt the stagnant field of ...3 days ago -
ABC News - Sports
A'ja Wilson set records. So did Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. WNBA stats in 2024 were eye-popping
A’ja Wilson had a season like none other in WNBA history3 days ago - WNBA -
ABC News - Tech
2 Russians set record for longest single stay on the International Space Station
Russia’s space agency says two Russians have set a record for the longest continuous stay on the International Space Station3 days ago - Russia -
Inc. - Business
The Fed Is Putting the Stock Market on Track for a Rare Achievement
Stocks in September have been negative for four years in a row but momentum from the rate cut could bring change.3 days ago -
ABC News - World
2 Russians set record for longest single stay on the International Space Station
Russia’s space agency says two Russians have set a record for the longest continuous stay on the International Space Station3 days ago - Russia -
Financial Times - World
Von der Leyen announces €35bn EU loan to Ukraine
European Commission president says Kyiv can use money to fund its military in defence against Russian aggression3 days ago - Ukraine -
Financial Times - World
Abrdn to drop China from emerging markets fund
Manager says move is designed to give investors more choice as Chinese market lags behind rivals3 days ago - China -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Wall Street titan John Paulson defends Trump’s tariff talk
Also in today’s newsletter, S&P 500 hits record high and Amazon’s crackdown on remote work3 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Japan's Nikkei leads gains in Asia Pacific after Wall Street soars; BOJ and PBOC hold rates
Traders in Asia also look toward August consumer prices index from Japan and Hong Kong, and central bank decisions from Bank of Japan and People's Bank of China.3 days ago - Japan -
Financial Times - World
UK government borrows more than expected in August
Net debt hits 100% of GDP in blow to chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of Budget4 days ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
Immigration and job creation
The labour market is softer than it appears4 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Lammy seeks emergency boost to aid cash to offset cost of migrant hotels
Foreign secretary fears domestic drain on development funding will hinder efforts to project UK on global stage4 days ago