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MarketWatch - Business
After Fed’s 50-basis-point rate cut, where should I invest $50,000? I’m 38 — and have a high risk tolerance.
The U.S. Federal Reserve made its biggest cut to the benchmark rate in 16 years on Wednesday.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Fed Rate Cut Was a Tough Call That’s Good For Our Economy
The agency’s bold decision to cut its policy interest rate significantly affirms its commitment to keep the labor market strong.1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
ESPN - Sports
Solak: How did the Saints get so good? The changes that have led to a historic start
Back-to-back wins by a combined 62 points have Derek Carr and the 2-0 Saints soaring to start the season.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
What’s the True Price of a School Lunch?
An emerging body of research aims to put dollar figures on the environmental costs of foods we eat everyday.2 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Hezbollah and its conflict with Israel explained
Escalating cross-border hostilities have heightened fears of an all-out conflict.6 hours ago - Israel -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Two good to be true? Which unbeaten NFL teams do we believe in?
The Steelers, Seahawks, Chargers, Saints and Vikings are off to somewhat unexpected 2-0 starts. What's powering them and how long will it last?7 hours ago - NFL -
CBS News - Top stories
What to know about the explosions in Lebanon
CBS News national security contributor and former acting CIA director Michael Morell discusses the latest on the deadly explosions in Lebanon and if it could lead to a wider war in the Middle East.7 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
From Taiwan to Hungary, a complex picture emerges of the pagers' origins
BBC Verify has looked into a firm called BAC Consulting, which has been linked to the pagers' production.9 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
The Belly Up celebrates 50 years of bringing rock, reggae and rowdy good times to Solana Beach
Instead of throwing a single event to honor this milestone, the renowned venue has been hosting a concert series to celebrate 50 years of live music.10 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
What we know about the walkie-talkie explosions
The attacks left at least 32 dead and thousands injured, but how the blasts occurred remains unclear.12 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Google Pixel 9 review: a good phone overshadowed by great ones
Android cuts telephoto camera and high-end AI features for lower price, but ends up a little lost in the mix. Google’s cheapest Pixel 9 offers almost everything that makes its top-flight sibling ...14 hours ago - Google -
BBC News - Top stories
What's the point of buying the latest smartphone?
It is the time of year when new handsets are unveiled, but they may offer only small improvements.21 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
What Losing in 2020 Did to Trump
He can’t stop talking about it.23 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
NFL kickers might be too good now. Is it time for a rule change?
Twenty years ago, the 50-yard field was a less than 50-50 proposition. Today, they're almost automatic. Narrowing the uprights may be the right move.23 hours ago - NFL -
ABC News - Sports
So far so good for DeBoer and No. 4 Alabama, but Georgia and other big tests await
The first few games of Kalen DeBoer’s tenure at Alabama have gone off well enough to appease even fans spoiled by 17 years of domination under his predecessor Nick SabanYesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Slot's set pieces too good for Pulisic & Co.: How Liverpool beat Milan
Liverpool had to battle back from being a goal down inside three minutes, but Arne Slot's side prevailed with set piece magic to beat Milan in their Champions League opener. Here's how the game ...Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Snyder's Soapbox: Record-breaking White Sox should be more embarrassing for owner Jerry Reinsdorf than players
The players are about to break MLB's single-season losing record, but the root cause is deeper than themYesterday - MLB -
The New York Times - Sports
What’s Next for Rafael Nadal?
The Grand Slams are over for this year, but Nadal’s fitness and Carlos Alcaraz’s pursuit of the No. 1 ranking remain major storylines.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Rate cuts are good for dividend stocks. Here's where we stand on our 5 biggest payers
The Federal Reserve's impending interest rate cut will make dividend payouts look relatively more attractive.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Good news, bad news for NASCAR Cup teams ahead of playoff elimination race at Bristol
Watkins Glen winner Chris Buescher and Spire Motorsports showed that those outside the playoffs still have much to race for in these final weeks of the season.Yesterday - NASCAR -
The Guardian - World
‘This is very embarrassing’: Middle East crisis takes a detour to an office park in Taiwan
Media spotlight shifted to Taiwan tech company Gold Apollo which has denied supplying the pagers that exploded across the Hezbollah network in Lebanon. Pagers in deadly attack on Hezbollah ‘made ...Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Oil stares at a bleak future as China's economy sputters. The good news: A market 'bust' is unlikely
Lower oil prices were the dominant theme in Asia's largest oil conference. The question was not whether oil will go lower, but mostly by how much will it decline in the coming years.Yesterday - China -
MarketWatch - Business
A Fed interest-rate cut could make small-cap stocks a good investment now
U.S. small-cap stocks have staged an epic rally over the past month as the Federal Reserve is set to cut interest rates for the first time since 2020. Has the time for small caps finally come?Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
CBS Sports - Sports
Kareem Hunt's return messes up Carson Steele's plans to replace Pacheco, but the real buy-low is Travis Kelce
Wait as long as you can to put in your waiver claims for Chiefs RBs, but make trade offers for Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
I’ve Studied the Polls. Here’s Why Harris Isn’t Running Away With It.
Why it’s too early to join the “it’s over” chorus.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Johnson faces crossroads with no good options in spending fight
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is at a critical crossroads in the charged debate over federal spending, confronting few options to prevent a government shutdown — and all of them with risks. The ...2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Biden says ‘good Republicans’ are scared out of pro-LGBTQ+ stances by far right
President touts administration’s record in first interview by incumbent with LGBTQ+ outlet. Joe Biden believes “good Republicans … who don’t have a prejudiced bone in their body” are letting ...2 days ago - Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
What can revive the American starter home?
Only one-third of American families can afford a starter home in just 10 of the 100 largest cities in the U.S., CBS News found.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Fashion Company Clare V. and Home Goods Company Schoolhouse Mark Their First Collaboration
Bold colors and bright patterns mark the first collaboration between the fashion house Clare V. and the home goods company Schoolhouse.3 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Giants need dramatic change to avoid becoming embarrassment after loss to Commanders
The Giants' defense didn’t allow a touchdown while their offense scored three on Sunday. They still lost, 21-18, to the Washington Commanders.3 days ago - NFL