Consumer Sentiment Hits 4 Month High Despite Slow Job Market
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BBC News - Top stories
It is my job to sort out No 10 leaks, says Starmer
The prime minister was speaking ahead of Labour's party conference, which kicks off in Liverpool on Sunday.9 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Trump vows to ‘save vaping’ despite previous support for ban
Former President Donald Trump, in a post on Truth Social Friday, said he would "save vaping," despite banning flavored vaping products during his first term. "I’ll save Vaping again!" Trump said in ...10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
France announces new center-right government 2 months after elections
The 39-member Cabinet includes primarily ministers from French President Emmanuel Macron's centrist alliance and the conservative Republicans.12 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Women Entrepreneurs Are Hitting a Funding Wall
For women starting new businesses, early funding from venture capital firms led by other women is vital. But few are large enough to lead subsequent rounds of financing.16 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Electric vehicles are suddenly the best deal in the used-car market as sellers confront plummeting prices
The average monthly payment on used electric vehicles, which are now cheaper than hybrids and gas-engine cars, is approaching affordable levels for middle-income households.18 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Stock investors face a gut-wrenching 3 months ahead after record market run
‘There’s this debate between a hard landing, a soft landing or no landing that continues,’ says Lerner at Truist Advisory Services20 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Bank of London to cut jobs as part of investor-led restructuring
Participants in a £42mn fundraising have pushed for changes at the fledging bank21 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
New Zealand pilot freed after 19 months in captivity in Indonesia’s Papua
New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens has been freed more than 19 months in Indonesia’s Papua, authorities said on Saturday.Yesterday - New Zealand -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel strikes Beirut despite U.S. warning against escalation
Tensions are escalating in the Middle East after the Israeli military carried out a strike in Lebanon's capital Friday. The IDF claims the attack targeted a senior Hezbollah commander. BBC ...Yesterday - Israel -
The Guardian - World
South Carolina executes first man in 13 years despite new evidence of innocence
Khalil Divine Black Sun Allah, 46, killed by lethal injection days after state’s key witness recanted critical testimony. South Carolina executed a man on death row on Friday, days after the key ...Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
THE FINALS Season 4 Trailer
Calling all contestants: Welcome to Season 4 of the World's Greatest Gameshow: THE FINALS! Compete for fame, fans, and the favor of the sponsors! The World Tour is gearing up for new stops, and ...Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Micron’s stock sentiment is weak. Here’s what could flip the script.
Micron shares have shed most of their 2024 gains, but memory pricing could improve in the coming months, Citi says.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Battleground states show tight race despite Harris's national lead
Vice President Kamala Harris has a slim lead in the national polls, but the battleground states of Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Arizona, Nevada, Georgia and North Carolina will be the ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
What’s Next for Rate Cuts? The Fed Is Watching Jobs and Prices.
A Federal Reserve official predicted quarter point rate cuts if data looked ‘fine’. But he also set out a scenario for a pause — or faster reductions.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Business
GE Vernova May Cut 900 Offshore Wind Jobs as It Scales Back
The company, a spinoff from General Electric, has been plagued by financial losses in its wind unit and, more recently, accidents involving the failure of turbine blades.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Construction giant collapse sees 2,200 jobs cut
The UK operations of the construction group ISG collapsed into administration on Friday.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Disney Lets Slack Go, Despite Employee Gripes
After a major cyberattack, the entertainment giant scrapped the messaging tool, but few workers are excited about theswitch to Microsoft Teams.Yesterday -
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 ...Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Travis Kelce off to slow start in 2024: Explaining tight end's lack of involvement in Chiefs' passing attack
Kelce (four catches and 39 yards through two games) will look to turn things around on 'SNF'Yesterday -
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.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Will AI Make Job Recruiting More Efficient---but Less Fair?
We asked readers what they think about companies that are relying more on artificial intelligence to screen candidates. Are the trade-offs acceptable?Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth for 2 months
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Shared political views are more likely to result in a job hire
Seven in 10 hiring managers will prioritize candidates who share their political views, according to a new poll. Resume Builder’s research, as the U.S. presidential election hots up, is timely. The ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel conducts "targeted strike" in Beirut after U.S. warns against escalation
The White House earlier warned both Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group against "escalation of any kind" following pager and walkie talkie explosions targeting Hezbollah members.Yesterday - Israel -
BBC News - Top stories
'Painful' Budget warning spooks people's confidence
Some economists have linked a drop in consumer confidence to officials' warnings of a painful Budget.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
How Does Seider's New Deal Compare to High-End Defense Market?
Putting Moritz Seider's new deal into the context via contract comparables with other elite NHL defensemanYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
How homebuyers can stick out in a crowded real estate market
interest rate cuts could soon increase homebuyer competition. These expert strategies can help buyers stick out.Yesterday -
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 rivalsYesterday - 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 workYesterday -
CNBC - Business
CNBC Daily Open: Markets have finally processed the good news
“Twenty-four little hours / Brought the sun and the flowers / Where there used to be rain,” sings Dinah Washington. She could've been singing about markets.2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Immigration and job creation
The labour market is softer than it appears2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Gallery stands firm over naked painting in window despite police visit
Officers visited the gallery in Hay-on-Wye after complaints Poppy Baynham's artwork was pornographic.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Revealed: Russia anticipated Kursk incursion months in advance, seized papers show
Exclusive: Documents contain months of warnings about possible Ukrainian advance and also reveal concerns about morale. Russia’s military command had anticipated Ukraine’s incursion into its Kursk ...2 days ago - Russia -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
The Jobs Where You Can Still Land a Signing Bonus
Job offers this fall are going to mission critical hires. If you get one, recruiters say you have leverage.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
Stocks Hit Record High a Day After Fed’s Big Interest Rate Cut
The S&P 500 rose 1.7 percent on Thursday, rallying a day after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Uncrustables Painting by Noah Verrier Sells for $4,999
Noah Verrier’s oil painting of an Uncrustables sandwich sold for $4,999. It looks delicious.4 days ago