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Japan to maximize nuclear power in clean-energy push as electricity demand grows
A Japanese government panel has largely supported a draft energy policy calling for bolstering renewables up to half of Japanese electricity needs by 2040ABC News - 1d -
From red to green: Syria seek united future on pitch after Assad era ends | John Duerden
The national team are looking forward having changed their colours just hours after Bashar al-Assad fled Damascus. On 9 December Syria were drawn in a 2027 Asian Cup qualification group with ...The Guardian - 1d -
China steps up campaign for single people to date, marry and give birth
Women receive cold-calls about family planning and universities asked to offer ‘love courses’ to tackle demographic crisisFinancial Times - 1d -
Fine wine market in the red as Chinese demand dries up
Prices of top-end Burgundies and vintage Champagnes fall for second straight yearFinancial Times - 1d -
Games console makers will get a power up in a slower market
Ageing hardware is still going strong for the likes of Sony and NintendoFinancial Times - 1d -
Starbucks union strike expands as workers demand pay raises
The union representing Starbucks baristas says it is expanding its strike to stores in 43 states, just as the company's busy holiday stretch begins. Starbucks says the protests closed down about ...NBC News - 1d -
Red Sox acquire relief pitcher Jovani Morán in trade with Twins
The Red Sox have bolstered their bullpen in a trade with the Twins.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Starbucks barista strike expands as workers demand pay raises
A Starbucks barista strike is expanding to some 5,000 workers at what organizers said was more than 300 stores in 45 states, just as the company's busy holiday stretch begins.NBC News - 1d -
Fiscal concerns should not hold up tax cuts
Small business supports extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. However, some Republicans are calling for spending cuts to offset the cost of the tax cuts.The Hill - 1d -
Expect Eaton to keep profiting from AI's spiraling demand for computing power
A big backlog of projects should keep the company busy for the foreseeable future.CNBC - 2d -
IRS says 1 million taxpayers will get up to $1,400 rebate
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) said around 1 million taxpayers will get up to $1,400 in a rebate in the coming weeks. The automatic payments, which are set to go out later this month, will be ...The Hill - 2d -
Is the stock market open on Christmas Eve? Does the post office deliver mail?
It’s the height of the holiday season, so expect schedule changes.MarketWatch - 2d -
Starbucks strike grows as workers demand higher pay and better conditions
Starbucks baristas in 12 cities are on strike, demanding higher wages and better working conditions.The walkouts come just days before Christmas, with workers speaking out against the company's ...CBS News - 2d -
Europe's far right taps into fears over German market attack — despite the suspect's Islamophobic views
When a Saudi Arabian national was accused of ramming a car into a German Christmas market, members of the frequently anti-Muslim European far right said it proved their point.NBC News - 2d -
Portfolio manager names Chinese and European stocks promising 'strong returns' despite market uncertainty
Pella Funds has been targeting firms in China and Europe that have executed well despite the political and economic turmoil in their markets.CNBC - 2d -
Stock market will find it hard to rally unless the dollar and bonds calm down
Stocks rose to kick off a holiday-shortened week on Monday, but the bond market and the U.S. dollar will likely need to cooperate for the equities rally to resume in smooth fashion.MarketWatch - 2d -
European markets open higher in shortened session ahead of Christmas; Novo Nordisk resumes recovery
European stocks edged higher at the open on Tuesday.CNBC - 2d -
Asia-Pacific markets trade mixed after Wall Street gains on tech strength
Traders will monitor any developments related to the planned merger of Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda.CNBC - 2d -
‘It cost €1bn and it’s a dog shelter’: red faces as Italy’s Albania migrant centres lie empty
With Giorgia Meloni’s plan in tatters, one centre is housing stray dogs adopted by bored Italian guards. When Italy opened migrant centres in Albania in October the plan was clear: 3,000 people a ...The Guardian - 2d -
How a Georgia county official stood up to a Russian ransomware ring
The Russian-based ransomware syndicate LockBit took responsibility for the cyberattack, which temporarily crippled the Georgia county's online infrastructure.CBS News - 2d -
How a Georgia official stood up to a Russian ransomware ring
2024 could go down as the worst year yet for ransomware attacks, in which hackers gain access to a computer server, lock up all the files and then demand payment to get the victims back online. For ...CBS News - 2d -
Asian stocks had a strong 2024 — but this market was the clear winner, thanks to a tech rally
Taiwan was Asia's best-performing market in 2024, while South Korea was the worst.CNBC - 2d -
Wolves' Edwards fined again for criticizing officials
The NBA fined Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards $75,000 on Monday for criticizing the referees after Saturday's loss to the Warriors.ESPN - 2d -
Reassessing Red Sox rotation after Crochet, Buehler moves
The Red Sox' starting rotation suddenly looks formidable following their offseason acquisitions of Garrett Crochet and Walker Buehler. Here's a look at the group heading into 2025.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards, fined again for publicly ripping refs, now up to $135K in fines this season
Edwards has lost $135,000 in fines over a 15-game spanCBS Sports - 2d -
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards fined $75,000 for 'public criticism' of referees, calling them 'f***ing terrible'
Edwards has been fined three times in the past five weeks, totaling $135,000.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
German Christmas market attack offers far-right fertile ground despite suspect's support
There is deep sadness in the city - and also anger directed at the government and migrants.BBC News - 2d -
MLB rumors: Rays add former Silver Slugger, Mets eyeing outfield market, Phillies acquire another arm
Here are the latest from baseball's hot stoveCBS Sports - 2d -
Health Care Costs Are a Nightmare for Small Businesses—and They’re Going Up in 2025
Some business leaders say providing employees with health care coverage is a “nightmare,” while others forgo it entirely. Here’s how you can minimize your costs in the months ahead.Inc. - 2d -
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Brace! Risks Stack up For the Global Economy in 2025
It’s not just Trump’s return to the White House—global conflicts and the threat of climate change could shape growth next year.Inc. - 2d -
Albania opposition activists rally on streets of Tirana to demand government steps aside
Albania’s main opposition party has blocked the capital Tirana’s main intersections in an anti-government protest calling for a technocratic caretaker cabinetABC News - 2d -
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The Fed’s Stuck in a Wrestling Match With Financial Markets
Investors and the central bank can’t get on same page about where interest rates are headed.Inc. - 2d -
Bronny James called up by Lakers for game vs. Pistons, but does not play
Bronny is averaging 13.4 points per game for the Lakers' South Bay G League affiliate.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Stock market ‘Santa Claus rally’ might get a late start this year
The Santa Claus Rally could get off to a late start this year. But better late than never.MarketWatch - 3d -
Eli Lilly looks to extend its winning streak over the broader market to 6 years
The drugmaker's ability to further expand available supply of its obesity and weight loss drugs is crucial.CNBC - 3d -
Consumer confidence dented by stock-market worries and threat of Trump tariffs
The consumer-confidence index fell to a three-month low in December.MarketWatch - 3d -
Even as Magdeburg mourns, the AfD is trying to cynically exploit the Christmas market attack | Thomas Vorreyer
For years I’ve watched the far-right party mobilise in my home town. Friday’s terrible events could galvanise it further. On Saturday afternoon in Magdeburg a man stood outside Johanniskirche (St ...The Guardian - 3d -
Christmas Market Attack Suspect Left a Decadelong Trail of Red Flags
The suspect in the attack in Germany had history of threats and harassment though no record of violence and an ideology that didn’t fit familiar patterns.The Wall Street Journal - 3d
