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The Wall Street Journal - World
Gold Steady as Investors Look for Clues on Fed Rate Cuts
Gold was steady early in Asia as the market ponders the Federal Reserve’s next move on interest rates, ANZ Research analysts said.13 minutes ago - Federal Reserve -
ESPN - Sports
Way-too-early Grand Slam predictions for 2025
The dust has barely settled on the majors this year -- but still, we bravely make title predictions for 2025.31 minutes ago -
MarketWatch - Business
‘It’s the story of my life’: Have I missed the boat on 5% CDs? I was too late to invest my $50,000 in the housing market.
“Where should I invest my money, assuming that I won’t be able to buy a home for several years?”2 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The High-Tax State Brain Drain
A new study shows which states are losing their young and wealthy.4 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Mike Rogers says Republicans will make 2024 election 'too big to rig'
Michigan GOP Senate nominee Mike Rogers on Sunday suggested Republicans will win by margins that are "too big" in November, which will prevent "rigging" of the general elections. When asked on ...7 hours ago - Republican Party -
MarketWatch - Business
Investors renew focus on inflation data as Fed weighs size of expected September rate cut
Wednesday’s consumer-price index for August may end up being the deciding factor as to whether the Federal Reserve will deliver a bigger-than-usual, 50-basis-point rate cut on Sept. 18.9 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - Business
European banks set for slowest mortgage lending growth in decade
Record interest rates have sent a chill through the market9 hours ago - Europe -
ABC News - Top stories
2 young sisters apparently drowned in a Long Island pond, police say
Authorities say two young sisters apparently drowned in a pond near their Long Island apartment complex9 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
How Local Businesses Use the US Open to Drive Growth
A coveted booth at the iconic US Open can be a major boost for sales and brand exposure. Here's how a few businesses are taking full advantage.9 hours ago - US Open -
Financial Times - Business
Green party calls for long-term approach to UK’s problems
Newly elected MPs pitch themselves as antidote to Labour’s ‘bleakness’ and ‘despair’10 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Is it too early to get a flu shot?
Health experts, who you've often hear urging vaccination as soon as possible, are instead suggesting it may not be the ideal time for most people to get their annual influenza vaccine.11 hours ago -
NBC News - Politics
‘No one single law’ could have stopped Georgia school shooting, says Sen. Raphael Warnock
Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) says on Meet the Press that no single law could have prevented the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, but calls on American politicians to ...11 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Europe won’t achieve its growth aims without more integrated policymaking
The way the commission and member states currently operate undermines the bloc’s economic objectives13 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Is the ECB about to cut interest rates?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead14 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
USMNT vs Canada player ratings out of 10 — Did any US players stand out?
Very poor for an hour, interim boss Mikey Varas' USMNT made substitutions that changed the game but could not deliver an equalizer, and Canada was fortunate to hold on for just its second-ever ...14 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
The battle to secure economically critical metals
To limit China’s leverage, the west needs concerted action on mining, refining and research15 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Rail renationalisation won’t boost UK growth
Given the backdrop, the Treasury is unlikely to give rail the funding it needs to improve punctuality or hold down fares21 hours ago - United Kingdom -
The New York Times - Top stories
Mother of Georgia Suspect Called Apalachee High School Before Shooting, Family Says
The mother told relatives she reached out to the school on Wednesday morning, warning of an emergency, the suspect’s aunt said Saturday.21 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Why is the Pope doing a long tour when he's so frail?
His packed trip to Asia involves three countries in which Catholics are a minority.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Republicans Bring Legislation to Stop Government Shutdown. Democrats Say It's Too Partisan
The bill would fund agencies at current levels until March 28Yesterday - Republican Party -
ABC News - Tech
Just how rare is a rare-colored lobster? Scientists say answer could be under the shell
A wave of odd-colored lobsters has showed up in fishers' traps, supermarket seafood tanks and scientists’ laboratories over the last yearYesterday -
ABC News - World
Officials say a troubled and delayed Baltic high-speed rail project still set for completion by 2030
Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania say they are committed to completing by the end of the decade a financially troubled and badly delayed high-speed rail project integrating the three Baltic countries ...Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Powell wins judo silver after 'going through hell'
British judoka Dan Powell takes -90kg J1 silver after losing to Brazil's Arthur Cavalcante da Silva in Paris.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Blame modern decisions, not just ancient history, for economic inequality | Torsten Bell
Black Americans whose ancestors were enslaved were still suffering a century later because they lived in states where Jim Crow laws were enforced. Persistence studies are all the rage in economics ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
None of Trump’s Economic ‘Solutions’ Hold Any Water
Trump has only two answers to every problem: tariffs and mass deportation.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
MarketWatch - Business
Trump’s economic populism won’t bring Americans lasting prosperity
Populism is spreading worldwide, but its leaders show little understanding of economic and geopolitical realities.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
ESPN - Sports
Ravens-Chiefs shatters kickoff game ratings record
A total audience average of 28.9 million watched the Chiefs beat the Ravens on Thursday, making it the most-watched NFL kickoff game since it started in 2002.Yesterday - NFL -
The Wall Street Journal - World
IT Unemployment Hits 6% Amid Overall U.S. Jobs Growth
AI and general streamlining efforts leave tech workers in a tough labor market.Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
Online Credit Unions Offering High Interest Rates on Savings May Be Fakes
Ontario’s financial regulator has issued warnings about three websites illegally claiming to be credit unions, but it is powerless to close them.Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Germans reel from an uncomfortable week politically and economically
Good results for the far-right AfD in regional elections came as VW dealt a blow to manufacturing jobsYesterday -
Financial Times - Business
AI: too much information?
Yuval Noah Harari and Parmy Olson on how the race for superintelligence may amplify the worst of human natureYesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Top Fed officials leave door open for large interest rate cuts if data worsens
Comments from policymakers follow report showing US economy added fewer jobs than expected2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Business
For the Fed, a Sign That the Job Market Is Cooling but Not Cracking
Fed officials are hurtling toward a rate cut this month, but Friday’s jobs data left their options open on the size of that reduction.2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
NFL's games in Brazil, Europe are key to more revenue growth, Goodell says
The NFL is banking on international markets for growth as it plays its first-ever game in Brazil.2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Fed Governor Waller backs interest rate cut at September meeting, open to larger move
Waller on Friday backed an interest rate cut at the upcoming policy meeting, noting the importance of supporting a weakening jobs picture.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - Business
NatWest chair played down ties to oil company caught up in 1MDB fraud
Swiss PetroSaudi case has raised questions about bank’s process in appointing Rick Haythornthwaite2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Long, Storied History of Tea Cakes, the Perfect Breaktime Treat
Endlessly adaptable, tea cakes have long offered bakers across the country a moment of restoration.2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Ruins of a long-sunken Greek village emerge as drought saps a vital reservoir
Water reserves at the artificial Lake Mornos in central Greece have hit their lowest level in 16 years as a drought induced by climate change rampages across much of southern Europe this summer2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Feds Investigate Airlines' Frequent Flier Points Programs
The Department of Transportation orders the four biggest U.S. carriers to explain their customer loyalty programs, acting on concerns that frequent rule changes make it costlier for fliers to ...2 days ago - Travel -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
How the NFL starting QBs were rated as high school prospects
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is a former three-star prospect and a Rivals Camp Series alum.3 days ago - NFL