Bluesky Is Turning Into a Strong X Alternative

Trump picking Gaetz to head justice sends shockwaves

Picking the outspoken congressman for attorney general is Trump laying down a challenge, writes Anthony Zurcher.

Treasury yields finish mixed as spike in rates sparks buying demand

Yields on U.S. government debt closed little changed on Friday after a post-data spike in rates triggered buying demand for most Treasurys.

Business - MarketWatch - November 15

We want 'strong' UK-China relationship, says Starmer

The first in-person meeting since 2018 comes as the PM prioritises shoring up support for Ukraine.

Starmer calls for strong UK-China relationship as he meets with Xi in Brazil

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he wants a strong and durable relationship with China as he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the G20 summit in Brazil

World - ABC News - 5 days ago

XPeng Halves Loss on Strong EV Sales, Record Margin

Known for its high-end software-driven smart EVs, XPeng has targeted the mid- to low-price segments lately, hoping to woo price-sensitive customers.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 4 days ago

Walmart Stock Rises on Strong Earnings Ahead of Holiday Shopping Season

The bellwether retailer reported higher-than-expected sales in its latest quarter and upgraded its forecast for the rest of the year.

Business - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Nvidia’s revenue nearly doubles as AI chip demand remains strong

US chipmaker reassures investors seeking signs of the strength of boom that has made it world’s most valuable company

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Gap Raises Full-Year Outlook With Strong Start to Holiday Season

The apparel retailer said it now expects full-year sales to grow between 1.5% and 2%. Gap had most recently guided for sales to be up slightly.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

Gap says it picked up wealthier shoppers, and more market share, despite weak clothing demand

Shares of Gap Inc. rallied after hours on Thursday after the clothing retailer pushed its full-year outlook higher and said the holiday shopping season was “off to a strong start.”

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Gap shares surge as it raises guidance, touts 'strong start' to holiday

Gap said Old Navy's sales fell after hurricanes led to store closures and warm weather deterred sales in its kids category.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs help build a strong portfolio

Dividends, bitcoin and Beyoncé stir ETF interest.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Seattle Power Outages Could Linger as Strong Storms Pelt the West Coast

A series of atmospheric rivers is flooding the Pacific Northwest and parts of California, with more wind and rain forecast as utilities try to restore power to hundreds of thousands of people.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

Target struggles, Walmart sees strong sales in Q3 earnings reports

Retailers are putting out their third-quarter earnings reports ahead of the big holiday spending season. CBS News contributor Javier E. David has a look at the numbers.

Australian 3D Printer Sees Strong Growth Tailwinds on Trump's Election

AML3D this week raised 30 million Australian dollars from shareholders and new institutional investors to expand its Ohio manufacturing facility.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

Strong dollar set to hit emerging market bonds, warn investors

EM debt funds suffer outflows as hopes of rate cuts by developing nations fade

World - Financial Times - 15 hours ago

Musk’s X to undershoot revenue goals from political advertising

Social media platform has raised a fraction of $100mn target and mainly from Trump and Republicans

World - Financial Times - October 26

Could Eminem Snap Gen X Voters Back to Reality?

50-something white men and the idea of freedom

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

X Algorithm Feeds Users Political Content---Whether They Want It or Not

A WSJ experiment found that accounts supporting Trump and Harris dominate feeds of new X users who wanted cooking and crafts.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Xenoblade Chronicles X Completes The Xenoblade Saga On Nintendo Switch In March

While the world waits with bated breath for the announcement of the company's next home console , Nintendo appears to be content making other announcements that no one is expecting. First it was ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 29

Sonic X Shadow Generations Is Already Discounted For Nintendo Switch

Sonic X Shadow Generations launched last Friday, October 25, but Nintendo Switch users can already save $10 on a physical copy of the game. Amazon-owned retailer Woot has Sonic X Shadow ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 29

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition - Physical Version Up For Preorder

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 30

Crowdsourced Fact Checks on X Can’t Stop Election Misinformation

Elon Musk and many other users on the social platform have spread and reposted numerous falsehoods related to the Nov. 5 vote, even when the content violates X’s guidelines.

Business - Inc. - October 31

Elon Musk's America PAC Has Created an Election Denial Cesspool on X

The group has nearly 50,000 members, many enthusiastically sharing debunked claims about voting fraud. “It's just an election denier jamboree,” says one expert.

Tech - Wired - October 31

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