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World - Financial Times
Cheaper alternative to northern leg of HS2 under consideration
Feasibility study to be launched for a Birmingham to Manchester rail route that could be part-funded by private financeOctober 17 -
Business - Inc.
Taylor Swift Just Made an Announcement and It’s Sheer Genius
The Eras tour is finally ending. But Swift has one more project to delight her fans.October 17 -
Top stories - CBS News
The swift rise of AI celebrity endorsements
AI-generated images of celebrities endorsing political candidates are on the rise. Here's how to spot them.October 16 -
World - ABC News
Hong Kong cuts liquor tax in an effort to reignite its nightlife industry
Hong Kong’s leader has announced a cut in liquor taxes as the Asian financial hub hopes to revive its reputation as a travel destination with a vibrant nightlife and dining sceneOctober 16 - Hong Kong -
World - Financial Times
Hong Kong’s IPO market could benefit from robo-vehicle boom
If Horizon reaches its $696mn target, it would be the city’s largest initial public offering this yearOctober 16 -
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Business - Financial Times
Hong Kong slashes tax on spirits to boost nightlife
Chinese territory’s chief executive John Lee tries to turn around economy amid fall in tourism and consumptionOctober 16 - Hong Kong -
Business - CNBC
The solid-state batteries hype is fading – prompting auto giants to consider alternatives
Despite the hype around solid-state batteries, some analysts believe an alternative could serve as a bridge between these are traditional lithium-ion batteries.October 16 -
World - The Guardian
Keir Starmer met Taylor Swift at Wembley concert, No 10 confirms
Source says backstage ‘brush-by’ did not include discussion of VIP protection given to star, a decision made by Scotland Yard. Keir Starmer met Taylor Swift at one of her London concerts days after ...October 15 -
Top stories - CBS News
Worried about missing credit card payments? 4 things to do now
More Americans are worried about missing their credit card payments. If you're one of them, take these steps now.October 15 -
Top stories - BBC News
No 10 denies Swift tickets were 'thank you' to Starmer
The singer received a police escort to her Wembley shows despite initial police reservatations.October 15 -
Tech - ABC News
A Hong Kong zoo seeks answers after 9 monkeys die in 2 days
Hong Kong’s oldest zoo is seeking answers in a monkey medical mystery after nine animals died in two days, including three members of a critically endangered speciesOctober 15 - Hong Kong -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. companies reassert their dominance of Fortune Global 500 ranks vs. rival China
A dramatic turnaround since 2022 represents both China’s struggles and robust performance from U.S. companies.October 15 - China -
World - The New York Times
9 Monkeys Die in a Hong Kong Zoo
The zoo partially closed after the deaths, which occurred over two days and included members of a critically endangered species.October 15 - Hong Kong -
Top stories - NBC News
Nine monkeys die mysteriously at Hong Kong zoo
Zoo authorities in Hong Kong are investigating after nine monkeys of various species died of mysterious causes since Sunday.October 15 - Hong Kong -
Entertainment - ABC News
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce attend Game 1 of ALCS at Yankee Stadium
Turns out, Taylor and Travis like to watch a little baseball, tooOctober 14 - MLB -
Sports - ABC News
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce attend Game 1 of ALCS at Yankee Stadium
Turns out, Taylor and Travis like to watch a little baseball, tooOctober 14 - MLB -
Top stories - BBC News
NHS patient-safety system to be overhauled
The health secretary sets out a review of six key bodies, as changes to the main regulator are unveiled.October 15 -
Top stories - NBC News
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce attend Yankees' playoff game in NYC
One of the nation's most prominent and influential couples shared the spotlight with baseball's postseason Monday night as the New York Yankees opened the American League Championship Series at home.October 15 - MLB -
Business - MarketWatch
The dollar is rallying because investors are making a ‘down payment’ on a Trump election victory
The U.S. dollar has been strengthening in part because investors are growing more confident Donald Trump will be victorious in the Nov. 5 presidential election, according to one Wall Street ...October 14 - Donald Trump -
Tech - GameSpot
Destiny Rising RPG Announced, Takes Place In An Alternate Timeline In The Destiny Universe
NetEase and Bungie have announced an all-new Destiny mobile game called Destiny Rising. The sci-fi RPG is set in an "alternate timeline" in the Destiny universe, featuring what NetEase described as ...October 14 -
Top stories - CBS News
Part of Hong Kong zoo closed after 8 monkeys found dead
Officials in Hong Kong are investigating the deaths of eight monkeys in the region's oldest zoo, including 3 critically endangered Cotton-top Tamarins.October 14 - Hong Kong -
Business - Financial Times
Corporate debts mount as credit funds let borrowers defer payments
Use of payment-in-kind loan terms is growing as companies struggle with heavy leverage and high interest ratesOctober 14