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The Who’s Who of Trump’s Staff Picks, and Bitcoin and Stocks Set Records
Plus, Israel’s cycle of war in North Gaza.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Hunt for Bitcoin's elusive creator Satoshi Nakamoto hits another dead-end
Why are still no closer to unmasking the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto?Top stories - BBC News - November 3 -
Cocaine use fuels record high in drug deaths
The number of drug-poisoning deaths registered in England and Wales has hit the highest level since 1993.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
2024 Temperatures Are on Track for a Record High, Researchers Find
The new report also says that global warming has hit a threshold, at least temporarily, that countries had pledged to avoid.World - The New York Times - November 7 -
House prices at record high, says Halifax
Despite the increase, the lender warns mortgage costs could remain "higher for longer" following the Budget.Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
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Bitcoin surges 10% to a record above $76,000 as Trump victory heralds wider crypto adoption and weaker regulation
Crypto assets rose as investors bet that a second Trump administration will widen fiscal deficits and boost bitcoin as a hedge against higher inflation.Business - CNBC - November 6 -
Bitcoin rises 3% after topping $73,000 for the first time since March
Bitcoin has struggled to reclaim the $70,000 level this year after reaching a record of $73,797.68 in March.Business - CNBC - October 29 -
People with felony records can vote in Nebraska, court rules
Nebraska’s high court says people with felony records can register to vote in a decision with implications for the upcoming electionTop stories - ABC News - October 16 -
Why several U.S. cities are seeing record-high October temps
In parts of the U.S., it's been spooky warm, with some places setting records for heat. As we get ready for Halloween, CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has been taking ...Top stories - CBS News - October 25 -
Stocks and gold are both at record highs. Only one will be right on inflation.
Gold’s gain is warning the stock market that higher inflation could returnBusiness - MarketWatch - October 26 -
Investors’ ‘fear of missing out’ drives gold demand to record high
Buyers clamour for gold-backed ETFs as central banks scale back purchases of the precious metalBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
Consumer confidence surges to record high ahead of Election Day
During the final weeks of the 2024 presidential campaign, consumer confidence has surged to the highest level in three years, but inflation remains a major concern for families. NBC’s Christine ...Politics - NBC News - October 30 -
Halloween chills are out as record-high temperatures are expected across the country
Halloween is expected far warmer than usual in many parts of the country. More than 30 cities across the Northeast could set new temperature records.Top stories - NBC News - October 31 -
Forecasters scare up record-high temperatures for Halloween in the Northeast
As record-breaking high temperatures were expected Wednesday, snow blanketed the mountaintops of Hawaii and residents of the Great Plains were bracing for tornadoes.Top stories - ABC News - October 31 -
Should you ever buy a stock index at a record high?
It feels so wrong, but investors (me included) needn’t worry so muchWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
Warren Buffett slashes Apple stake as he boosts cash to record high
Berkshire’s stock-selling spree extends for eighth quarter, with $166bn dumped over the periodBusiness - Financial Times - November 2 -
Record-high pollution sickens thousands in Pakistan's cultural capital of Lahore
Record-high air pollution in Pakistan’s Punjab province prompted authorities to keep government employees at home and close additional schools, as doctors reported an increase in people seeking ...World - ABC News - November 6 -
Stock market opens with record highs after Trump’s 2024 victory
The Dow Jones opened with record highs Wednesday after Donald Trump won back the White House. NBC’s Christine Romans joins TODAY to discuss how Trump’s stance on the economy and support from Tesla ...Top stories - NBC News - November 6 -
Dow finishes at record high after Trump wins 2024 presidential election
The Dow Jones finished up over 1,500 points and the S&P and Nasdaq each hit fresh record highs on Wednesday after President-elect Trump won the 2024 race. Bank stocks were among the biggest risers ...Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Gold's price plunges from record highs: How to take advantage now
The price of gold is cooling again. Here are three ways investors can take advantage of it right now.Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
Bitcoin hits highest level since July, boosting other coins and crypto-related stocks
The price of bitcoin neared $68,400 on Wednesday, its highest since July, sparking a rally in other cryptocurrencies and related equities.Business - CNBC - October 17