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Elon Musk Shook Up U.S. Politics. Will the U.K. Be Next?
Musk has already helped propel Donald Trump into the White House. Now he might have his sights on another iconic address: 10 Downing Street.The Wall Street Journal - 2h -
Despite Political Uncertainty, U.S. Economy Eyes Strong 2024 Finish
The U.S. economy will end the year on solid ground.Inc. - 16h -
4 Reasons China Meddles in Local U.S. Politics
American intelligence agencies have warned of influence operations targeting city halls and statehouses. But what’s in it for Beijing?The New York Times - 22h -
Where Does a ‘Remarkable’ U.S. Economy Go From Here?
America’s economy is far outstripping its peers, but there are serious risks, including from the president-elect.The New York Times - 1d -
Gas Exports Pose Some Risks to U.S. Economy and Environment, Study Says
The long-awaited study was criticized by the oil and gas industry and could help environmental groups that want to stop new export terminals.The New York Times - 2d -
A year in review of 2024 U.S. politics
2024 was the biggest global election year in history. Here in the U.S., politics and the presidential election dominated headlines. CBS News' Major Garrett breaks it all down.CBS News - 16h -
As Oklahoma puts inmate to death in last U.S. execution of 2024, 'all eyes' on Biden
Oklahoma on Thursday morning carried out the nation's final execution of 2024, putting to death a former grocery store stocker convicted of murdering a 10-year-old girl in 2006.NBC News - 1d -
Jobless claims subside after Thanksgiving pop and give off good vibes for U.S. economy
Jobless claims are the early-warning radar for the U.S. economy, and they still show no trouble on the horizon. The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits in middle of December ...MarketWatch - 1d -
U.S. tech continues to power Russian weapons despite export controls, Senate Democrats find
A report from Senate Democrats says a key national security office remains critically underfunded, resulting in U.S-made technology continuing to fall into Russian hands as it conducts its illegal ...NBC News - 1d -
2025 NFL Draft order projections: Giants eye No. 1 overall, plus how each top-pick contender could finish
The SportsLine Projection Model's updated projections say New York remains the leader for the first selection next AprilCBS Sports - 1d -
Jerome Powell on U.S. economy after Federal Reserve interest rate cut decision
The Federal Reserve's Jerome Powell weighed in on the state of the U.S. economy after announcing another cut to the interest rate. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more on what's ...CBS News - 1d -
Retail sales jump on strong auto and internet buying. Economy in good shape for holiday season.
There’s no quit in American shoppers. Retail sales rose faster than expected at the start of the holiday shopping season in November and pointed to steady growth in the U.S. economy.MarketWatch - 3d -
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South Korea political turmoil presents investment opportunities, says U.S. investor
Arjun Jayaraman, portfolio manager at Causeway Capital Management, said the "value is certainly compelling" in South Korean markets.CNBC - 3d -
‘Unfettered’ Gas Exports Would Harm U.S. Economy, Energy Secretary Warns
Jennifer Granholm said a new analysis showed that the continued pace of exports was “neither sustainable nor advisable.”The New York Times - 3d -
Democrats eye Harris 2028 presidential run as they devise political comeback
Party aides are confident in US vice-president’s ability to bounce back, including a bid for California governor. Democratic party aides have begun to float ideas for a Kamala Harris political ...The Guardian - 4d -
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A huge part of the U.S. economy catapults to 38-month high after Trump win and 2025 optimism
Businesses are looking forward to a business-friendly Trump White House.MarketWatch - 4d -
2024 Heisman Trophy voting: Ashton Jeanty finishes second to Travis Hunter in closest race since 2009
By a narrow margin, Jeanty missed becoming the first running back to win the Heisman Trophy since 2015CBS Sports - 5d -
Oklahoma moves toward final U.S. execution of 2024
Kevin Ray Underwood is scheduled to receive a lethal injection on Thursday, his 45th birthday.CBS News - 6d -
ACC grades for 2024 season: Florida State gets 'F' for collapse, SMU earns 'A' in strong debut campaign
Grading the entire ACC after a 2024 season that saw plenty of surprises both good and badCBS Sports - Dec. 13 -
Are Those Drones Over New Jersey? Despite Sightings, U.S. Is Skeptical.
Drones have been reported in at least 10 counties of the state. But a White House spokesman suggested many of them were actually manned aircraft.The New York Times - Dec. 13 -
Macron eyes political truce to calm turmoil in France
President negotiates with party leaders of left and right to ensure survival of next governmentFinancial Times - Dec. 11 -
How mass deportations could devastate the U.S. economy
President-elect Donald Trump plans to deport up to 11 million undocumented immigrants. But how much will it cost? Jeremy Robbins, executive director for the American Immigration Council, joins ...CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Biden touts economic legacy, says Trump will inherit a strong economy
President Biden touted his economic record during a speech on Tuesday, despite high prices being a key factor in President-elect Donald Trump's win. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin ...CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Chinese Carmakers Are Taking Mexico by Storm While Eyeing U.S.
BYD and other manufacturers are importing cars from China and scouting factory sites in Mexico as part of a global expansion that, for now, excludes the United States.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Crypto industry flexed its political muscles in 2024 election
The price of Bitcoin hit record highs after President-elect Donald Trump's win. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse explains why the crypto industry poured millions into super-PACs ahead of the election.CBS News - Dec. 8 -
Europe's economy needs help. Political chaos in France and Germany means it may be slower in coming
Europe's economy has enough difficulties, from tepid growth to trade tensions with the U.S. Dealing with those woes is only getting harder due to the political chaos in the two biggest European ...ABC News - Dec. 8 -
U.S. warily eyes Syrian war, with spy agencies monitoring chemical weapons storage sites for signs of use.
“We are not going to insert ourselves to affect the outcome of this,” an them explained.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
Lionel Messi voted MLS MVP despite missing half of 2024 season
Messi recorded 36 goal contributions in only 19 games for Inter Miami during the 2024 MLS season.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6 -
OPEC+ oil output delay a 'reality check’ as group eyes demand, U.S. outlook, Saudi energy min says
"It's not a good idea to bring volumes in the first quarter," Saudi Arabia's Abdulaziz bin Salman assessed, with reference to demand and global uncertainty.CNBC - Dec. 6 -
U.S. economy added 227,000 jobs in November
The U.S. economy added 227,000 jobs in the month of November and the unemployment rate sat at 4.2%, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
U.S. economy poised to dominate for the next 20 years — at the cost of growing inequality, economist says
U.S. economic dominance over other countries is poised to surge in the next 20 years due to its widening lead in technology and science, but at the expense of growing inequality at home.MarketWatch - Dec. 6 -
Jobless claims show extremely low layoffs amid sturdy U.S. economy
The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits during Thanksgiving rose to a six-week high, but jobless claims stayed at extremely low levels in a clean bill of health for the U.S. ...MarketWatch - Dec. 5 -
U.S. factory sector outlook still looks soft despite rise in October
Orders for manufactured goods posted the first increase after two straight monthly declines.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
249+ Best Cyber Monday Deals Still Going Strong (2024) | WIRED
Hundreds of WIRED-approved products are still on sale, but these deals won’t last much longer.Wired - Dec. 3 -
Why Mets, other smart teams are interested in free agent Walker Buehler despite miserable 2024 MLB season
Buehler put up career-worst numbers during the regular season but that's not his whole storyCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
12 Inspiring Quotes to Help You Finish the Year Strong
The winner is often the one who can summon that last push when everyone else is fading.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
Trump reportedly jokes Canada could be 51st U.S. state if tariffs wreck economy
Trump outlined his plans to place 25% tariffs on all Canadian goods imported into the U.S., in a meeting with Trudeau at Mar-a-LagoMarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Despite Pops From Reddit and Astera Labs, the Sluggish IPO Market Dragged On in 2024
In going public, StubHub swung and missed, Reddit connected, but otherwise it was a whole lot of nothing.Inc. - Dec. 2
