Consumer Confidence Rose in August Despite Shaky Jobs Data
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The Hill - Politics
House panel advances Kids Online Safety Act despite pushback
A House panel advanced the Kids Online Safety Act bill, also known as KOSA, on Wednesday, pushing forward legislation intended to boost online privacy and safety for children. The House Energy and ...47 minutes ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Boeing suspends jobs for thousands after strike
Boeing says it is suspending jobs for thousands of staff in the US due to a worker strike.1 hour ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Why Nick Sirianni feels even more confident about Eagles kicking FG instead of going for it in loss to Falcons
Sirianni said after reviewing the data, he was convinced about kicking1 hour ago - NFL -
ABC News - Top stories
Trump blames Democrats for heated environment despite his own inflammatory rhetoric
As Trump blames Democrats for apparent assassination attempt, one expert said it is "impossible not to put it in the context of his relentless use of violent rhetoric."2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
BBC News - Top stories
TGI Fridays' UK owner falls into administration
London-listed Hostmore has appointed Teneo as administrators to help it sell the restaurants.4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
From Taipei to Budapest: the mysterious trail of exploding pagers
Supply chain of devices involved in audacious attacks in Lebanon spans three continents5 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
NFL football pool, pick'em, office pool, confidence picks: Use the Seahawks in Week 3, 2024
SportsLine's advanced computer model locked in the top NFL office pool picks for Week 3 of the 2024 NFL schedule5 hours ago - NFL -
CBS News - Top stories
Fed expected to cut benchmark interest rate, providing relief to consumers
Senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent explains what to expect from the Federal Reserve's anticipated rate cut and what it could mean for your finances.7 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
New-home construction posts biggest increase in 6 months
Construction on new U.S. homes rose 9.6% in August, the Commerce Department said Wednesday.7 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
'We had no sense this was coming': How the Pac-12 rose from the ashes
From 12 to two to six schools and counting. How the foremost western conference stayed alive.7 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Blanked or rejected: is finding a job harder than ever?
White-collar candidates report endless interviews and few responses but employers are also struggling to fill roles7 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Dockworkers at key U.S. ports threatening strike consumers could feel
About 45,000 dockworkers along the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts are threatening to strike on Oct. 1, a move that would shut down ports that handle about half the nation's cargo from ships.8 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Inflation holds steady despite jump in air fares
Lower fuel prices helped offset the higher cost of flying in the year to August.9 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
5 ways the Fed’s rate cuts will affect workers and consumers
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to start cutting interest rates this week, marking an inflection point in the economy. The move is expected to have an effect on financing rates in various ...10 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Von der Leyen Doles Out Top E.U. Jobs
Ursula von der Leyen named her choices for the European Commission as she navigates a host of challenges, including the rise of nationalist forces.11 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
August inflation data takes BoE September rate cut off the table
Core and services inflation ticked up, though the overall direction of travel remains positive12 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
UK inflation holds steady at 2.2% in August
Figures come ahead of Bank of England interest rate decision on Thursday12 hours ago - United Kingdom -
CNBC - Business
UK inflation holds steady in August, matching expectations
U.K. inflation came in at 2.2% for the month of August, data from the Office for National Statistics showed Wednesday.12 hours ago - United Kingdom -
CBS News - Top stories
Border encounters up slightly in August, but apprehensions remain low
Encounters at the southern border rose slightly in August, but apprehensions are still around their lowest level in four years, according to data from Customs and Border Protection. CBS News ...19 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
2-, 10-year Treasury yields bounce off 2024 lows after August retail-sales data
Treasury yields rose slightly on Tuesday, but remained not far from their lowest closing levels in one or two years, after August’s retail-sales report pointed to a U.S. economy that remains stable.Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
US retail sales ticked up last month in sign of ongoing consumer resilience
Americans spent a bit more at retailers last month, providing a small boost to the economy just as the Federal Reserve considers how much to cut its key interest rateYesterday -
Inc. - Business
Betting on U.S. Elections Undermines Confidence in Voting, Agency Says
TheCommodities and Futures Trading Commission continues its bid to keep New York startup Kalshi from taking money for election wagers.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Arrests at southern border rose slightly in August
Arrests at the southern border ticked up last month for the first time since the rollout of a new Biden administration policy limiting access to asylum. The Border Patrol made about 58,000 arrests ...Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
A possible Fed interest-rate cut boosts home builders confidence
Builder sentiment rose as mortgage rates fell, the National Association of Home Builders said.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Despite recent volatility, there are 5 reasons to be optimistic on markets, says Deutsche Bank
A traditionally better fourth quarter and Fed rate cuts should support the stock market rally says DeutscheYesterday -
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Financial Times - World
A crisis of confidence at the Fed
Its self doubt comes in a decisive week for central banksYesterday - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
Junior doctors will want more money despite backing pay deal, union says
Union says more above-inflation rises needed in coming years or there will be consequences.Yesterday -
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Financial Times - Business
Von der Leyen gives top economic jobs to interventionist EU countries
France, Italy and Spain to share influential portfolios in next European CommissionYesterday - European Union -
The Guardian - World
Biden’s green policies will save 200,000 lives and have boosted clean energy jobs, data shows
Two separate reports find policies will save Americans from pollution in coming decades and added nearly 150,000 jobs. The environmental policies of Joe Biden’s administration will save ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
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BBC News - Top stories
Workers tell of £3 an hour jobs in Leicester's garment factories
A BBC investigation hears from one sewing machine operator who says "no one was paying more" and she was desperate for money.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Panthers sticking with Young despite another ugly outing
Bryce Young will continue to start for Carolina, rookie coach Dave Canales says. Is it the right decision for Young or the Panthers?2 days ago