Even Mark Zuckerberg seems surprised by Meta's pace of spending on AI

US economy grew at a sturdy 2.8 percent pace in third quarter

The final economic growth report before the election showed U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) rising at strong pace, according to data released Friday by the Commerce Department. U.S. GDP grew at ...

Politics - The Hill - 18 hours ago

The U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% pace in the third quarter, less than expected

The U.S. economy posted another solid though slightly disappointing period of growth in the third quarter, propelled higher by strong consumer spending that has defied expectations for a slowdown.

U.S. Economy Grew at a Solid 2.8 Percent Pace Last Quarter

Consumer spending powered gains despite still-high interest rates, indicating healthy, reslilient conditions.

Business - Inc. - 17 hours ago

‘DJT’ shares see sharpest decline in nearly 7 months with election days away

Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group fell more than 22% Wednesday.

Business - MarketWatch - 8 hours ago

Our perverse respect for immense wealth allows Musk and Zuckerberg to run riot | John Naughton

The megalomaniacs who control X and Facebook are only able to pollute the public sphere and undermine democracy because of our deference to money. There are two kinds of aphrodisiac. The first is ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Mark Robinson Sues CNN Over

Mr. Robinson’s campaign for governor of North Carolina has been in crisis since the report, which the lawsuit calls “recklessly false.”

Top stories - The New York Times - October 15

Harris campaigns with Mark Cuban in Wisconsin

Vice President Harris on Thursday was joined by businessman Mark Cuban on the campaign trail in Wisconsin, getting a boost from a high-profile surrogate as she highlighted her economic agenda. ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Debt rule to change to fund major projects

Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget.

Cabinet fightback: the revolt over spending

Plus, the English justice system in crisis

World - Financial Times - October 18

Why Mark Cuban is campaigning for Harris

Billionaire investor Mark Cuban has emerged as one of Vice President Harris’s most visible surrogates, becoming the latest business leader to jump off the political sidelines in the final stretch ...

Politics - The Hill - 21 hours ago

Why Mark Cuban backs Harris

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Mark Cuban's campaign blitz for Harris The billionaire investor has emerged as one of Vice President ...

Politics - The Hill - 9 hours ago

Meta fires staff for abusing $25 meal credits

Workers used benefits to buy acne pads, wine glasses and laundry detergent

Business - Financial Times - October 17

Meta unveils features to combat teen ‘sextortion’

Meta is ramping up its efforts to fight sextortion on Instagram with the launch of new features that are designed to help prevent young users from getting blackmailed into sharing nude photos.

Meta fires staff for buying toothpaste, not lunch

Meta workers reportedly used vouchers that should have been spent on meals to buy household goods.

Meta Battles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit in Massachusetts

Meta, which owns and operates Facebook and Instagram, is facing accusations that it used tactics to get users hooked on its platforms.

Business - Inc. - October 19

Albania's left-wing former President Meta is arrested on corruption allegations

Albanian prosecutors have arrested former President Ilir Meta on suspicion that the left-wing Freedom Party leader engaged in alleged corruption, money laundering and hiding of personal income and ...

World - ABC News - October 21

House Republican presses Meta on censoring political content

Texas Rep. August Pfluger (R) expressed concern in a letter to Meta on Tuesday over the platform's decision to automatically opt users out of political content, arguing the platform's users should ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Meta Reports Record Revenue, Slower Ad Growth

The social media giant is spending billions on artificial intelligence and products for virtual and augmented reality.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - 9 hours ago

Penn State is destined for spot in College Football Playoff, but a national title still seems a step too far

The Nittany Lions should make the big party in December, but questions remain how long they can dance

Sports - CBS Sports - October 14

Jets' Aaron Rodgers rips officials after penalties dominate game vs. Bills

The teams combined for 22 penalties for 204 yards

Sports - CBS Sports - October 15

One day, all matters of state will be decided through Strictly Come Dancing. That day seems near | Marina Hyde

The Saturday night staple is no longer just a dance show – it’s a battlefield, where political fights and culture wars are waged. Within two years – maybe one – the pre-eminent mode of political ...

World - The Guardian - October 15

Israel kills its prime target – but Sinwar’s death seems down to chance, not precise planning

After a year-long hunt, IDF soldiers encountered and killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar without knowing it was him. Middle East crisis – live updates In the end, after a year-long, multi-agency ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

Liam Payne seemed unsure of who he was – but the brutality of fame denied him the chance to find out

One Direction were the canaries in the coalmine of social media stardom – and Payne’s tragic death should give us pause over the welfare of today’s pop stars. • Liam Payne, former One Direction ...

World - The Guardian - October 18

Inside the trade that led Davante Adams to the Jets, Aaron Rodgers

Sometimes it seemed inevitable, other times impossible, but Jets GM Joe Douglas succeeded in his yearlong mission to land a playmaker.

Sports - ESPN - October 19

Why the Shohei Ohtani $4.4 million baseball could end up seeming like a bargain

The sky appears to be the limit for the rarest of sports collectibles — just wait until the ultimate Michael Jordan uniform hits the auction block

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Was Killed After a Surprise Battlefield Encounter

Although Yahya Sinwar was a major target of Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, the soldiers who killed the militant chief had not expected to run across him, Israeli officials said.

World - The New York Times - October 18

Rooney 'surprised' by Tuchel getting England job

Former England forward Wayne Rooney has said he is surprised at the FA's decision to appoint Thomas Tuchel as the new England manager.

Sports - ESPN - October 18

Clase 'surprised' by woes, confident despite loss

Star Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has now given up six hits and four runs in his past two postseason appearances, this after posting a 0.61 ERA during the regular season.