How the port strike could actually boost Costco sales
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World - ABC News
Poland's government will toughen a ban on alcohol sales to those under 18 years old
Poland’s government is introducing regulations that will toughen the ban on alcohol sale to those under 18 years old and prohibit the sale of alcohol at filling stations at night8 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Are the Costco platinum bars worth buying? Here’s what finance pros say.
They cost over $1,000, but when it comes to precious metals, gold is still often all that glitters, experts say8 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
What the dockworker strike could mean for the future of automation in ports
As the dockworker strike continues, the fight over automation may shape the future of port operations. With billions of dollars at stake, the outcome could affect not only jobs, but the global ...8 hours ago -
Science - The New York Times
The Food of Space Travel Could Be Based on Rocks
Scientists are studying whether future astronauts on deep-space journeys could transform compounds in asteroids into food.9 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
National port strike causes panic buying among consumers
As the national port strike continues, supply concerns have caused panic buying among consumers. NBC’s Christine Romans breaks down the products that could be affected by the strike and whey there ...9 hours ago -
Tech - VentureBeat
Avarra raises $8M for AI-based avatar sales training
Avarra raised $8 million and it is launching its first AI-avatar-based enterprise app that uses AI avatars to train human salespeople.9 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How the port strike could impact consumers as inflation has eased
There is no immediate price impact from the port strike, which is in its third day. However, Goldman Sachs says if the strike lasts more than a week, it expects the stoppage to affect retailers and ...9 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Why the ‘debasement trade’ lifting bitcoin and gold may continue, says JPMorgan
The financial alternatives to the dollar may have further room to run, says a JPMorgan team.9 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Meet Harold Daggett, the Union Leader Behind the Ports Strike
As president of the International Longshoremen’s Association, Harold Daggett is taking advantage of organized labor’s resurgence to drive a hard bargain.10 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
This shipping stock is ‘in an enviable position’ for a protracted port strike, says analyst
While a prolonged strike at East Coast and Gulf ports would spell bad news for the U.S. economy, it could provide a boost to shipping company Global Ship Lease Inc., according to Liam ...10 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Bananas, Not Video Games, Are Likely To Be Impacted By Dockworker Strike
For the first time since 1977, dockworkers at ports from Maine to Texas are on strike for higher wages and better working conditions, prompting fears of product shortages. But will the strike, ...10 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘I won’t believe it until I see it happen’: Could a ban on sea farms save Canada’s salmon?
A row over sea life, lice and livelihoods is dividing communities as the government plans to end open-net pen farming in British Columbian waters. On a clear August morning, Skookum John manoeuvres ...10 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Interest rate cuts could be more aggressive, Bank of England governor says
Governor Andrew Bailey hints that borrowing costs could come down faster if inflation stays in line.10 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
What a Middle East oil price shock could mean for US consumers
A worst-case scenario for the market could send prices spiralling into the triple digits11 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Ship queue grows at U.S. ports as dockworker strike enters third day
Long lines of container ships queued up outside major U.S. ports on Thursday as the biggest dockworker strike in nearly half a century entered its third day.11 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Upper Crust owner SSP blames Paris Olympics for slower Europe sales
Food chain group says region was ‘behind expectations’ after some tourists avoided the French capital11 hours ago - Olympics -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Trump Could Punish His Enemies
We look at why legal experts are concerned.12 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - Financial Times
How to fragment the global economy
The many ways in which the big blocs can make it hard to stay non-aligned12 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Debate performance gives Vance 2028 White House boost
Sen. JD Vance’s (R-Ohio) debate performance is giving him a shot in the arm to become a leading 2028 presidential contender no matter what happens in November between former President Trump and ...12 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Toilet Paper Shortages Are Back, as Port Strike Leads to Panic Hoarding
Products like toilet paper shouldn’t be affected by the strike, but shoppers are emptying shelves anyway.13 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Warren Buffett’s bond sales signal he’s preparing to pick up Japanese stocks
Berkshire Hathaway has previously used yen-denominated bond sales to fund investments in the Japanese stock market13 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
China’s WuXi explores sale of pharma units as US restrictions loom
Drugmakers have been targeted on national security grounds and could lose customers if Congress passes Biosecure Act13 hours ago - China -
Business - The New York Times
Trump and Harris Want to Revive Manufacturing, but How Much Could They Actually Do?
The policy focus on the industry has changed from job quantity to job quality. And while federal incentives matter, local factors are more important.13 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The New York Times
A Climate Fund Could Pay Billions to Protect Trees in Amazon and Beyond
Brazil is proposing a fund that would pay countries to protect tropical forests that are crucial to curbing climate change. It would generate returns, too.13 hours ago - Climate -
World - The Guardian
The NHL is getting its own Drive to Survive. But could it backfire?
The NHL’s business is booming with docuseries on tap. But at what point does content become sport and not vice versa?. By many metrics, the NHL has a good story to tell. Amid the Stanley Cup final ...14 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Here’s how Mets could set up pitching for big elimination game on Thursday
With Thursday being a win-or-go-home Game 3 against the Brewers, here's how the Mets can deploy their pitching staff...18 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Ford's third-quarter sales up 0.7% as GM overtakes it in EVs
Ford on Wednesday reported a 0.7% increase in third-quarter U.S. new vehicle sales, including a 12.2% increase in EVs compared to a year earlier.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Israel has vowed to punish Iran for its missile strikes. How?
Israel is set to retaliate for Iran's missile attack, while Tehran says it will hit back in turn if this happens.Yesterday - Iran -