Construction may be the weakest link
Sort by
43 items
Filter
-
NBC News - Top stories
Ozempic may be linked to condition that causes blindness, but more research is needed
People taking Ozempic and Wegovy may be at increased risk of developing a debilitating eye condition that can cause irreversible vision loss, a study published in JAMA Ophthalmology finds. -
The Hill - Politics
Ozempic, Wegovy may be linked to risk of rare form of blindness: Study
Those who take Ozempic or Wegovy may have an increased risk of developing a rare form of blindness, though future research is needed to make a final determination, researchers in a new study said. The study, published Wednesday in the medical ... -
The Guardian - World
Weight-loss jabs may be linked to condition that can cause blindness, study finds
People with diabetes on semaglutide, found in Wegovy and Ozempic, four times more likely to be diagnosed with disease of optic nerve. People who have been prescribed a weight-loss injection could be at a higher risk of developing an eye condition ... -
ABC News - World
Missing nuts and bolts caused last year's deadly construction elevator accident in Sweden
A construction elevator that killed five people when it collapsed last year in Stockholm was missing the bolts that were supposed to hold its mast together -
MarketWatch - Business
Factory orders in Germany slide in May
German factory orders tumbled in May, marking the fifth month of a decline from Europe’s industrial powerhouse, according to data released Thursday. -
The New York Times - World
Israeli Air Base Is Linked to GPS ‘Spoofing’ Attacks
Misleading satellite signals have disrupted thousands of civilian flights. GPS, once considered navigation’s gold standard, is now vulnerable.Israel -
BBC News - Top stories
The tunnel that links beer, Scuba diving and Oasis
How they maintain the historic wettest, lowest, and once longest rail tunnel in the UK. -
The Guardian - World
UK construction activity grows despite housebuilding drop; EV sales rise to make up fifth of new car market – business live
Pound steady as UK votes; global stocks extend rally on US rate cut hopes. In stark contrast, construction in the eurozone remains mired in recession, according to a separate survey. Construction activity shrank at a faster rate last month, with ... -
-
ABC News - Top stories
4th human case of bird flu linked to dairy cow outbreak: CDC
The CDC confirmed the fourth human case of bird flu linked to the current dairy cow outbreak on Wednesday in a dairy worker in Colorado. -
NBC News - Top stories
4th case of bird flu linked to dairy cows detected in Colorado
A fourth person has tested positive for bird flu in the outbreak linked to dairy cows, this time in Colorado. -
BBC News - Top stories
Study links weight-loss drug to rare eye condition
People prescribed semaglutide may have a higher risk of developing a rare eye condition, a study suggests. -
ABC News - Tech
Russian-linked cybercampaigns put bull's-eye on France's Olympics and elections
Cybersecurity experts and French officials say Russian disinformation campaigns against France are zeroing in on legislative elections and the Olympic Games which open in Paris at the end of the monthRussia -
ABC News - World
Russian-linked cybercampaigns put a bull's-eye on France. Their focus? The Olympics and elections
Cybersecurity experts and French officials say Russian disinformation campaigns against France are zeroing in on legislative elections and the Olympic Games which open in Paris at the end of the monthRussia -
BBC News - Top stories
Major hospital safety incident linked to Kevin Campbell's death
The former Arsenal and Everton star died at Manchester Royal Infirmary a month after his admission. -
The Guardian - World
Coffee, eggs and white rice linked to higher levels of PFAS in human body
Study that researchers say highlights chemicals’ ubiquity also shows PFAS association with seafood and red meat . New research aimed at identifying foods that contain higher levels of PFAS found people who eat more white rice, coffee, eggs and ... -
MarketWatch - Business
U.S. trade deficit jumps in May to highest level in 19 months
The U.S. international trade deficit widened 0.8% in May to $75.1 billion, the Commerce Department said Wednesday. It is the largest deficit since October 2022. -
-
MarketWatch - Business
U.S. factory orders drop in May after three straight gains
Orders for manufactured goods fell 0.5% in May, the Commerce Department said Wednesday. It is the first decline after three straight monthly increases. -
Inc. - Business
Small Businesses Filing for Bankruptcy May Face Challenges as Government Program Expires
The rule had let small businesses with less than $2.75 million in debt file under Subchapter V. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Dollar Could Fall if Rate Cut Bets Rise
The dollar looks set to fall heading into next year as recent softer U.S. economic data could bolster market expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, MUFG Bank said. -
The Guardian - World
Who is Biden’s biggest fan? The answer may surprise you | Fiona Katauskas
He’s a huge supporter. See more of Fiona Katauskas’s cartoons here Continue reading...Joe Biden -
-
ABC News - Health
Colorado dairy worker tests positive for bird flu, fourth person linked to outbreak
A fourth dairy worker in the U.S. has been infected with bird flu -
-
CNBC - Business
Novo Nordisk shares shrug off concerns over study linking weight loss drugs to rare eye condition
Novo Nordisk investors appeared unperturbed Thursday by a critical Harvard report that linked weight loss drugs to a rare eye condition. -
CNBC - Business
AI drive-thru ordering is on the rise — but it may take years to iron out its flaws
Artificial intelligence is closer than ever to taking down drive-thru orders, but fast-food restaurants like McDonald's show that the tech still needs time. -
CBS Sports - Sports
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Why it may be time to drop Luis Gil, Nate Lowe homers twice, and more
Meanwhile, Daniel Schneemann has proven worthy of a pickup in deeper daily-lineup leagues -
The Guardian - World
Kamala Harris may be our only hope. Biden should step aside and endorse her | Mehdi Hasan
It is with some surprise, reluctance and even trepidation that I write these words: Joe Biden should stand aside and endorse Kamala Harris. I have never been a fan of Kamala Harris.. I was an outspoken critic of her candidacy for the Democratic ...Joe Biden -
MarketWatch - Business
Businesses show biggest contraction since pandemic, ISM finds. The economy may be weakening.
Service-oriented companies such as hotels, banks and retailers that dominate the economy contracted in June for the second time in three months in another sign growth in the U.S. is slowing. -
CNBC - Business
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment may be lower in 2025. These charts help show why
Even though inflation has subsided, many retirees are still feeling the pinch of high prices. Data shows the Social Security COLA may be lower in 2025. -
ABC News - Top stories
Average rate on 30-year mortgage climbs for 1st time since late May to just under 7%
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage rose this week, pushing up borrowing costs on a home loan for the first time since late May -
MarketWatch - Business
‘None of these will survive’: The Supreme Court’s immunity decision may kill all the criminal cases against Trump
The opinion could hamstring all four criminal cases Trump has faced, legal experts say, leaving prosecutors in several — if not all of them — unable to proceed.Donald Trump -
ABC News - Entertainment
Money issues may sink proposed New Jersey branch of acclaimed Paris museum. Mayor blames politics
New Jersey officials say financial concerns spurred state lawmakers to rescind $24 million in funding for a planned outpost of Paris’ acclaimed Pompidou Center in Jersey City -
NBC News - Top stories
AI drive-thru ordering is on the rise — but it may take years to iron out its flaws
Searching for ways to lower labor costs, restaurants are hoping that artificial intelligence can take down drive-thru orders — but it will likely be years before the technology becomes widely available. -
MarketWatch - Business
How Kamala Harris’s policies could differ from Biden’s, if she’s the Democratic nominee
If President Joe Biden were to bow out of the White House race, Vice President Kamala Harris is widely viewed as mostly likely to take his place as the Democratic nominee. So what would her policy proposals look like?Joe Biden -
ABC News - World
Ahead of Iran's presidential runoff, a floated rise in gasoline prices may spark new protests
Comments suggesting that Iran's reformist presidential candidate could increase government-set gasoline prices have raised fears of a repeat of nationwide protests -
CNBC - Business
China-built EVs hit with EU tariffs; Nio says it may have to raise prices in Europe
Europe on Thursday confirmed tariff increases on electric vehicles imported from China to the continent with automakers criticizing the move.European Union -
MarketWatch - Business
Retail investors have reached peak bullishness for Nvidia, these analyst say. Here’s where they may go next.
While Nvidia remains a top investment for many who believe the artificial intelligence story is here to stay, retail investors have likely hit “peak” bullishness.