Consumer sentiment climbs to 4 month high as inflation eases. But Americans still pessimistic.
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MarketWatch - Business
‘My mom still has his original will’: A few months before he died, my father went online and made a secret will, cutting off my mother. Can he do this?
“His new will leaves his estate to my two nieces, nephew, my sister and me.”12 minutes ago -
Financial Times - World
How resilient is the US consumer?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead1 hour ago -
ABC News - Sports
Chicago White Sox match the American League record with their 119th loss this season
Chicago White Sox match the American League record with their 119th loss this season8 hours ago - MLB -
BBC News - Top stories
Bella Mackie: Americans romanticise posh Brits
The author and writer's new book, What A Way To Go, is a murder mystery with a modern twist.12 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
For Americans Haunted by Beirut Bombings, a Killing Resurfaces Decades of Pain
The death of a Hezbollah leader wanted for his role in the 1983 attacks drew a range of reactions from survivors and victims’ families but brought little resolution.12 hours ago -
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.16 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Congo frees 600 inmates at main prison in a bid to ease overcrowding
Authorities in Congo say 600 prisoners in the country's main prison have been freed as part of a process aimed at decongesting overcrowded prisons16 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How an American baker became a star of the French culinary world
Jane Bertch was a banker until she quit her job, moved to France and founded a cooking school there. It’s an American dream story set in Paris. Now, she’s telling her story in the new memoir, “The ...17 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Solanke and Johnson ease Tottenham worries in comeback win over Brentford
As late summer sun settled above Tottenham’s symbolic golden cockerel, even the single-minded manager Ange Postecoglou could bathe in greater warmth and sustenance from a support that has been ...20 hours 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 you21 hours 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.22 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
FTC sues drug middlemen for allegedly inflating insulin prices
The FTC suit targets the three biggest so-called pharmacy benefit managers, UnitedHealth Group's Optum Rx, CVS Health's Caremark and Cigna's Express Scripts.22 hours ago -
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 you22 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
CDs paying 5% are a dying breed. Here’s how to find high savings rates while you still can.
Many 5% CDs are going away in the weeks after the Fed’s first interest-rate cut. Some have already disappeared.23 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 -
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 adventurerYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Inflation concerns weigh heavily on voters
Many Americans are voting with their wallets this year, which is unsurprising considering the U.S. economy consistently polls as a top concern. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President ...Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Federal Trade Commission accuses three drug middlemen of inflating insulin prices
The Federal Trade Commission said Friday that it is suing three drug middlemen, accusing them of inflating insulin prices.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Fed Governor Waller says inflation softening faster than he expected put him in half-point-cut camp
Waller told CNBC that the data is showing core inflation in the Fed's preferred measure is running below 1.8%Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
FTC sues three largest drug middlemen for allegedly inflating insulin prices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on Friday sued the three largest pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) for engaging in alleged anticompetitive practices that boosted profits while “artificially” ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
American Muslims, Jews seek common ground
As the October 7, 2023, attack approaches the one-year mark, one group in the U.S. is working to build bonds between Muslims and Jews in America. CBS News' Roxana Saberi has more.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 -
CBS News - Top stories
Trump slams Jewish Americans against him, makes Israel warnings
Former President Donald Trump slammed Jewish Americans who may not support him and warned of Israel's potential eradication if he loses 2024 election. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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 victoryYesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
FTC Accuses Drug Middlemen of Inflating Insulin Prices
The Federal Trade Commission sued the drug middlemen that health plans use to keep a lid on drug spending, accusing the firms of inflating the price of insulin.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Health
F.T.C. Accuses Drug Middlemen of Inflating Insulin Prices
The case takes aim at the major pharmacy benefit managers, agency officials said, claiming that they favored more expensive insulin products and forced patients to pay more.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Which path will the Fed take to ease monetary policy?
There is little historical experience to guide policymakers or investors, because the current economic cycle is like no other in U.S. history.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
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 New York Times - Science
A Fungus Decimated American Bats. Now Scientists Are Fighting Back.
Researchers have found several promising ways to thwart the fungus, which causes the deadly white-nose syndrome in bats.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Trump rails against Jewish Americans who don't vote for him
Former President Trump said if he doesn't win in November, "the Jewish people would really have a lot to do with that if that happens."Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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 -
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 work2 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 Guardian - World
Labour has ‘big hill to climb’ to win next Scottish election, says Ian Murray
Scotland secretary says Labour must show it deserves power in Holyrood by delivering on promises to electorate. Labour faces big challenges to win the next Scottish election because of the “dire” ...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