Democrats demand Bessent meeting over DOGE 'chaos' at Treasury

Why Zane Lowe and Apple Music are betting on live radio in an on-demand era

The streaming platform just introduced three new radio stations at a moment when its competitors are relying on playlists and AI. Says Zane Lowe: 'Music doesn't get event-ized enough.'

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 15

Chris Mason: Political heat map flashes red over Treasury

The BBC's political editor explains the headaches the Treasury is giving Sir Keir Starmer.

BBC News - Jan. 15

Trump's pick Pete Hegseth spars with Democrats over past comments

Hegseth, an Army National Guard veteran and former Fox News host, will face questions about some of the negative stories that surfaced since Trump named him.

NBC News - Jan. 14

Relative of Jack the Ripper victim demands new inquest

The true identity of Jack the Ripper, whose grisly murders terrorized east London in 1888, has been a mystery ever since.

CBS News - Jan. 13

‘Will Pay Any Amount’: Private Firefighters Are in Demand in L.A.

Hiring a private fire crew costs thousands of dollars a day, and most work through government contracts or with insurance companies. Some wealthy property owners are calling them in directly.

The New York Times - Jan. 13

Lululemon’s stock jumps as strong holiday sales show demand is improving

Lululemon’s stock rallies toward a 10-month high after guidance for profit, revenue and gross margin were raised.

MarketWatch - Jan. 13

Chelsea demand £20m-plus for Renato Veiga as Dortmund target loan deal

German club keen on loan with option to buy Veiga joined Chelsea for £12m last summer Chelsea are asking for more than £20m to sell Renato Veiga, who is wanted by Borussia Dortmund on loan with ...

The Guardian - Jan. 13

Bessent to divest from assets on road to leading Treasury

President-elect Trump’s Treasury Secretary pick Scott Bessent has plans to divest from funds and other investments as he prepares to take over as the country’s top economic official. In an ...

The Hill - Jan. 13

Red card, ‘headbutt’ and penalty chaos: 10 minutes of Arsenal vs Man Utd madness dissected

The FA Cup third-round clash between fierce rivals Arsenal and Manchester United exploded into life during 10 minutes of madness.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 12

Fact-checking criticism of California Democrats over fires

The US president-elect has criticised a top California Democrat for challenges fighting the blazes in Los Angeles.

BBC News - Jan. 12

Democratic officials facing questions, criticism from Los Angeles area residents over fire response

On Saturday, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and L.A. Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley presented a united front at a press briefing, following reports the mayor had dismissed the chief over her ...

CBS News - Jan. 11

NFL playoffs 2025: Chaos ensues after Chargers' wild 86-yard touchdown as Texans return blocked extra point

This sequence provided plenty of highlights

CBS Sports - Jan. 12

Scott Bessent, Trump’s Billionaire Treasury Pick, Will Shed Assets to Avoid Conflicts

Financial disclosure forms show hundreds of millions of assets including property in the Bahamas and investments in Bitcoin and bets against China’s currency.

The New York Times - Jan. 11

Prisco's NFL playoff picks for wild-card round: NFC thrown into chaos after upsets; AFC favorites hold on

Pete Prisco reveals his wild-card weekend picks, including the Packers upsetting the Eagles

CBS Sports - Jan. 10

Delta Air is betting on a strong 2025 driven by demand for premium travel

Delta Air Lines Inc.’s stock jumped 3.4% in premarket trade Friday, after the carrier beat fourth-quarter profit and revenue estimates and forecast a strong 2025 driven by demand for premium travel.

MarketWatch - Jan. 10

Democrats fume over Alito-Trump call

Senate Democrats are furious that President-elect Trump has reached out to conservative Justice Samuel Alito amid a push by Trump for the high court to halt his criminal sentencing. Alito has ...

The Hill - Jan. 10

'High demand' for City of Culture opening ceremony

'High demand' reported for open-air performance in Bradford city centre on Friday.

BBC News - Jan. 10

Rebels issue demand for RFU chief Sweeney sacking

The crisis at the top of English rugby erupts as rebels call for a final confrontation over Rugby Football Union's embattled chief executive Bill Sweeney

BBC News - Jan. 9

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman to meet with Trump

WASHINGTON — Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania says he plans to meet with President-elect Donald Trump.

NBC News - Jan. 9

Treasury yields fall in shortened trading session

U.S. Treasury yields fell during a shortened trading session as the bonds market will close early in honor of the late former U.S. President Jimmy Carter.

CNBC - Jan. 9

Smith dumps Diageo stake over impact of weight-loss drugs on alcohol demand

Veteran stockpicker sells shares in spirits brand because drinks sector is being ‘impacted negatively’

Financial Times - Jan. 9

U.S. Efforts to Cut Emissions Stalled in 2024 as Power Demand Surged

After staying flat for nearly two decades, electricity use is starting to rise again, and the boom in wind and solar power hasn’t kept pace.

The New York Times - Jan. 9

'Where do I go?': Chaos on Hollywood streets as people flee

People are running away from their homes as the Sunset fire sweeps through Hollywood Hills.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Israel's Defense Industry Booms on Foreign Demand and War at Home

Despite arms embargoes over its handling of the war in Gaza, Israel’s top three defense companies are on pace to sell more weapons than ever.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 9

The secret to meeting in Brussels

Postwar planning means the best restaurants are tucked away inside mundane buildings

Financial Times - Jan. 9

Treasury: Covid Stimulus May Have Contributed to Inflation

Treasury secretary Janet Yellen said spending could have have contributed ‘a little bit’ to rising inflation.

Inc. - Jan. 8

UnitedHealth shareholders demand review of policies that 'delayed or denied' health care access

Shareholders of UnitedHealth Group (UHG) are calling on the company's board of directors to release a report on how its policy of limiting or delaying access to health care may be impacting the ...

The Hill - Jan. 8

‘We need to be in the room’: DOGE Caucus Democrat works with GOP to slash spending

Rep. Val Hoyle (D-Ore.), a member of the new House caucus partnering with President-elect Trump’s announced Department of Government Efficiency, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the bipartisan ...

NBC News - Jan. 8

Treasury yield curve steepens for all the wrong reasons

Investors continued to sell off the 30-year Treasury bond for a sixth straight session on Wednesday, pushing its yield further into its highest closing level in more than a year.

MarketWatch - Jan. 8

Panama Canal CEO Says Meeting Trump's Demands 'Will Lead to Chaos'

The canal executive said China doesn’t control route and U.S. ships can’t get better rates than others.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 8

Fantasy Football 2024 TE Exit Interview: Is chaos actually a friend to the position?

Fantasy football analyst Scott Pianowski examines what was yet another strange season at the tight end position.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8

The loyalty both Biden and Trump demand is costing America dearly

Pardoning those he called “patriots” and “political prisoners” would send a message — that loyalty to Trump comes with benefits.