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Tech - ABC NewsTikTok let through disinformation in political ads despite its own ban, Global Witness finds
Just weeks before the U.S. presidential election, TikTok still approved advertisements that contained election disinformation even though it has a ban on political adsOctober 17 -
Business - CNBC
Chick-fil-A is releasing its own entertainment app, with family-friendly shows and podcasts
The Chick-fil-A Play app will launch on Nov. 18 with content aimed at families with kids aged 12 and under.October 21 -
Top stories - NBC NewsChick-fil-A is releasing its own entertainment app, with family-friendly shows and podcasts
Chicken sandwiches, waffle fries, milkshakes — and now TV shows and podcasts?October 21 -
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Business - MarketWatch
Icahn Enterprises’ stock slides 14% as majority-owned CVR Energy suspends its dividend
Icahn Enterprises LP’s stock fell 4% early Tuesday, after CVR Energy Inc., in which it owns a 66% stake, said it would suspend its third-quarter dividend, as unplanned outages and a weak macro ...10 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Junk-rated companies face record refinancing needs above $2 trillion through 2029, Moody’s says
Barring an economic slowdown, market conditions are still favorable, with interest rates expected to continue to come down and investors expected to be receptive to credit marketsOctober 14 -
Business - CNBC
Fed Governor Waller sees need for 'more caution' ahead when lowering interest rates
Waller on Monday signaled that future interest rate cuts will be less aggressive than the big move in September.October 14 -
Top stories - NBC NewsFed Governor Christopher Waller sees need for more caution when lowering interest rates
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller on Monday signaled that future interest rate cuts will be less aggressive than the big move in September as he expressed concern that the economy could ...October 14 -
Business - CNBC
European Central Bank policymakers split on the need for jumbo rate cuts as growth concerns take over
Policymakers at the European Central Bank are split on the need to consider a jumbo half-point interest rate cut in December.6 days ago -
World - ABC News
China reports its economy grew at a 4.6% annual rate in the July-September quarter, below the government'S 5% target
China reports its economy grew at a 4.6% annual rate in the July-September quarter, below the government'S 5% targetOctober 17 -
Business - CNBC
Mortgage demand drops to its lowest level since July, as interest rates return to summer highs
Total mortgage application volume dropped 6.7% from the previous week, hitting its lowest level since July6 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
How Colorado turned its defense around, plus stop rate for all 134 CFB teams
We rank the top defenses each week based on how many times an opponent's drive ends without points.8 hours ago -
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Top stories - BBC NewsBorn in France but searching for a future in Africa
BBC Africa Eye investigates the "silent exodus" from France of those fed up with racism and discrimination.2 days ago -
Business - Financial TimesFungi deserve a natural kingdom of their own
Scientists are pushing for their unique contribution to biodiversity to be recognised6 days ago -
Business - Inc.My Employee Takes Credit for the Whole Team’s Work
And two other tricky workplace dilemmas.October 15 -
Business - Inc.Consumer Fears of Credit Card Delinquency Rise
A monthly New York Fed survey finds that while people felt generally positive about inflation, income, and jobs, fear of failing to make debt payments rose to a four-year high.October 16 -
Business - Financial TimesMeta fires staff for abusing $25 meal credits
Workers used benefits to buy acne pads, wine glasses and laundry detergentOctober 17 -
Business - Financial TimesChina to boost lending for stalled property projects to $560bn
Beijing is trying to restore confidence in economy amid prolonged real estate slowdownOctober 17 -
Top stories - CBS News
How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this November
If you can't pay your credit card bills, a hardship program could provide relief, but you'll need to qualify first.Yesterday -
World - The New York TimesTherapeutic Food Shortage Puts African Children at Risk of Starvation, U.N. Agency Says
Supplies of a highly nutritious treatment are running out, according to UNICEF.October 15 -
Business - Financial TimesSouth Africa’s ‘second miracle’ coalition fights to endure
Unity government led by ANC and Democratic Alliance works to resolve tensions as it passes 100-day milestoneOctober 16 -
Business - Financial TimesCan AI help Africa close the development gap?
Machine learning could have transformative effects on developing economies and societies. But some fear a deepening digital divideOctober 17 -
Top stories - BBC NewsAustralia shocked in World Cup semis by South Africa
South Africa produce a stunning performance to knock Australia out of the Women's T20 World Cup in the semi-finals.October 17 -
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World - The GuardianMillions of teenagers in Africa have undiagnosed asthma – study
Rapid urbanisation thought to be damaging adolescent health, as researchers say need for medication and diagnostic tests is urgent. Millions of teenagers in Africa are suffering from asthma with no ...October 21 -
Top stories - BBC NewsIdris Elba: Why I'm planning a move to Africa
The British star is backing film projects across the continent and wants to be closer to the action.October 22 -
World - Financial Times
Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition
Also in today’s newsletter, shale magnate says US democracy ‘would be safe’ under Trump5 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC NewsA playwright in Africa hopes to break the cultural silence on rape
African playwright and actor Oliva Ouedraogo's “Queen” depicts the fictional journey of a girl who is raped by her stepfather on the night of his marriage to her mother, and decides to speak out ...5 days ago -
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World - Financial Times
Where interest rates are heading
The neutral ‘R-star’ level will be higher but the more notable change will be a steepening of the bond yield curveOctober 14 -
Business - Financial TimesECB lowers rates to 3.25% as inflation slows
Christine Lagarde says Eurozone’s central bankers are close to ‘breaking the neck’ of soaring price pressuresOctober 17
