Elliott said it plans to launch a proxy fight at Southwest Airlines, as the activist investor turns the heat up a notch in its battle with the carrier.

Ngannou: UFC's White still holding up Jones fight

Former heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou says the only thing standing between himself and a megafight with Jon Jones is UFC CEO Dana White.

Sports - ESPN - October 26

Republican Senate candidate’s fire fighting company could go up in smoke

Preparing for office the Blackstone way

Business - Financial Times - October 28

In Concession Speech, Harris Says She Will Not Give Up Her Fight

Her commitment to a peaceful transfer of power was more than President-elect Trump ever offered to President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris after they defeated him in 2020.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

On election eve, Trump proxy stock ‘DJT’ is on the move

Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. were surging 11.4% Monday, on the eve of the presidential election.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

NYSE plans to extend daily trading to 22 hours on its Arca exchange

Prospect of longer session comes in response to increased interest in buying and selling US stocks around the clock

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Starbucks' plan to return to its roots involves 200,000 Sharpies

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is betting that more personal touches in its cafes will win back customers.

Business - CNBC - October 31

Here's how Starbucks' new CEO plans to overhaul its struggling cafes

Starbucks to bring back ceramic mugs and messages written in Sharpie pens to revive a coffeehouse vibe at its nearly 40,000 stores.

Mail carriers reach tentative contract with USPS

Letter deliverers have been working without a contract since May 2023.

Ukraine war briefing: Russia plans to send North Korean troops into battle as early as Sunday, Zelenskiyy says

Ukraine president urged world leaders to pile ‘tangible pressure’ on Pyongyang as South Korea urges Russia to stop its ‘illegal cooperation’ with North Korea. What we know on day 976. Ukrainian ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

UK weather to turn milder this week - up to 21C predicted

After a chilly and blustery weekend, the weather is set to turn milder and wetter in the coming week.

How a Metal Detector Hobby Turned Up the Chew Valley Hoard in Britain

A pastime in a farmer’s field led to the discovery of Norman-era coins valued at more than $5 million.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Emperor penguin turns up on Australian beach, thousands of miles from home

World - Yahoo News - 3 days ago

Fantasy Basketball Preview: Southwest Division

Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus previews the Southwest Division ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

Bond investors load up on ‘Magnificent Seven’ debt in bullish move ahead of earnings

Investors have been snapping up bonds issued by Meta, Alphabet, Amazon, Apple and Microsoft.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

Microsoft reports quarterly sales up 16% to $65.6 billion as investors ask if AI spending worth it

Microsoft on Wednesday reported its quarterly sales grew 16% to $65.6 billion as the company sought to assure investors its huge spending on artificial intelligence is paying off

Tech - ABC News - October 30

Global business takes its chance to size up new Labour pitch

Starmer’s investment summit guests express both praise and doubt — but many want to wait to pass judgment

World - Financial Times - October 14

Boeing seeks up to $35bn to bolster its balance sheet

Plane maker announces plans to raise up to $25bn in new capital and agrees $10bn credit facility

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Latest in Elliott said it plans to launch a proxy fight at Southwest Airlines, as the activist investor turns the heat up a notch in its battle with the carrier.