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Saab Sees Sales at Upper End of Guidance as Defense Spending Surges
The Swedish defense company said demand remained high across its business units, but it noted significant strength in its dynamics division, which produces equipment such as ground combat weapons ...Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 22 -
Starmer vows to rip up bureaucracy to unleash ‘shock and awe’ of investment
Prime minister targets competition authority and other regulators he believes are stifling global appealBusiness - Financial Times - October 14 -
Are luxury beauty advent calendars a rip-off?
They can cost hundreds of pounds, but are these products actually worth the money?Top stories - BBC News - 5 hours ago -
Georgia election official appeals to Musk over foreign disinformation on X
Brad Raffensperger says viral post alleging repeat voting in US state is likely from ‘Russian troll farms’World - Financial Times - November 1 -
Low-volatility ETFs lose favour as investors jump to buffered peers
Despite poor returns in recent years, analysts say people could be missing out on their long-term investment potentialWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
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Ryder Cup risks fan backlash after hiking ticket prices to $750
The PGA of America is facing accusations of pricing out genuine golf fans after hiking up the cost of tickets to next year’s Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black to a staggering $750 (£574) per day.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14 -
Ryder Cup championship director defends ticket prices for Bethpage
Ryder Cup championship director Bryan Karns explained why ticket prices to the 2025 Ryder Cup in New York were significantly increased.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17 -
World Series ticket prices soaring ahead of Yankees-Dodgers matchup
The matchup between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers has fans clamoring for World Series tickets, and that means prices are soaring.Top stories - NBC News - October 21 -
Opera Philadelphia brings opera to first-time viewers by lowering ticket prices
Opera Philadelphia is lowering ticket prices to make opera more relevant and accessible. The move is drawing in some first-time audiences and boosting revenue. Scott MacFarlane goes backstage to ...Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
Kroger and Walmart Deny ‘Surge Pricing’ After Adopting Digital Price Tags
Some members of Congress have expressed concerns that stores will monitor customers and raise prices. Business experts say the technology has not raised customers’ grocery bills.Business - The New York Times - October 23 -
Middlesex urged to undertake review of culture and behaviour by Cricket Regulator
Review group highlights ‘issues of concern’ at club Chief executive says governance is ‘in good shape’ Middlesex County Cricket Club should undertake a formal review of its culture, governance ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
‘A Rip-Off’: Students Secure a Final Settlement Against Walden University
A $28.5 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit against the university helped create a fresh precedent for prosecuting predatory advertising in for-profit education.Business - The New York Times - October 19 -
NHS bosses attack 'rip off' doctor overtime rates
NHS England says hospitals being forced into paying premium rates of over £200 an hour.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
"Yellowstone" star Kelly Reilly on possible Beth and Rip spin-off series
Kelly Reilly opens up about the possibility of a spin-off featuring her "Yellowstone" character Beth Dutton and fan favorite Rip Wheeler as the series nears its end.Top stories - CBS News - 20 hours ago -
"Yellowstone" star Kelly Reilly on possible Beth and Rip spin-off series
Kelly Reilly opens up about the possibility of a spin-off featuring her "Yellowstone" character Beth Dutton and fan favorite Rip Wheeler as the series nears its end.Entertainment - CBS News - 20 hours ago -
Trump vows to impose tariffs as experts warn of price hikes and angry allies
In often-combative conversation with Bloomberg editor in Chicago, Trump says ‘tariff’ is his favorite word. Donald Trump doubled down on his promise to levy tariffs on all imports in a bid to ...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
Oil prices rise after Iranian commanders vow response to Israeli attack
Belligerent comments come as Tehran weighs options in wake of air strikesBusiness - Financial Times - November 1 -
Renault 5 EV Review: Specs, Price, Availability
It’s rare for WIRED to pronounce a new car an instant smash hit, but the all-electric Renault 5 ticks all the boxes.Tech - Wired - October 26 -
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Alpine A290 Review: Price, Specs, Availability
Great handling, a comfortable ride, and integrated tech make this hypermodified Renault 5 a winner.Tech - Wired - 2 days ago -
Rúben Amorim faces challenge to end Manchester United’s culture of instability
The incoming head coach at Old Trafford only has to look at past decade to see direction of club that has lurched from one manager to another. At two and a half years, Rúben Amorim’s contract as ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
France vows support for Ukraine's plan to end Russian invasion
France's foreign minister has pledged his support for Ukraine’s plan for ending the war with RussiaWorld - ABC News - October 19 -
G.M.’s Electric Vehicle Sales Surge as Ford Loses Billions
Ford is struggling to make money on battery-powered models while General Motors, which started more slowly, says it is getting close to that goal.Business - The New York Times - October 30 -
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Sales surge for dystopian books after Trump election victory
The Handmaid’s Tale has risen more than 400 places on bestseller charts since Wednesday with a similar rush for copies of On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder. Books about democracy, dystopia, tyranny, ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Ryder Cup accused of pricing fans out of Bethpage Black due to $750 day tickets
Standard tickets for Rome last year cost just over £200 Online backlash over price hike for New York edition Golf fans seeking to attend the Ryder Cup next year through the event’s “random ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
2025 Ryder Cup ticket prices: PGA of America championship director defends high entry cost for Bethpage Black
The price for competition days has increased nearly $400 from the last time it was held in the U.S. in 2021Sports - CBS Sports - October 17 -
2024 World Series: Ticket prices for Yankees vs. Dodgers Game 1 soar above previous Fall Classics
The current get-in price for Game 1 at Dodger stadium is over $1,200Sports - CBS Sports - October 22 -
Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series tickets have reached Taylor Swift level prices
Resale prices for the World Series between the Dodgers and New York Yankees at Dodger Stadium have soared, with prices climbing over $1,000 per ticket.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22 -
World Series ticket prices are the second-highest ever—a Yankees home game could run you nearly $5,000
It will cost more than $3,800 to see Shohei Ohtani play in his first World Series.Business - CNBC - October 24 -
2024 World Series: With Dodgers in position to sweep Yankees, Game 4 ticket prices dip to below $500
New York is in an 0-3 hole, and it appears that the market is responding accordinglySports - CBS Sports - October 29 -
Netflix's subscriber growth is slowing, but its profit and stock price are still surging
Netflix says its subscriber growth slowed dramatically during the summer, a sign that the huge gains from the video-streaming service’s crackdown on freeloading viewers is tapering offTech - ABC News - October 17 -
Nissan to lay off thousands of workers as sales drop
The Japanese car making giant has not yet said where in its global operations the job cuts will be made.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Ryder Cup buildup off to wonky start with US captain confusion and $750 tickets | Ewan Murray
Bradley’s pick was a panicked one after failing to entice Woods and the early noise around 2025 event resembles chaotic circus. A potential scenario, one which may be necessary to preserve some of ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
Dye & Durham to Consider Sale as Strategic Review Process Expands
Review comes after shareholders expressed concerns about the cloud-based software and technology company spending money on acquisitions instead of paying down debt..Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 22 -
DJI Air 3S Drone Review: Price, Specs, Availability
DJI’s new midrange drone offers a dual-camera setup and beautifully simple flight performance.Tech - Wired - October 19
