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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 ...14 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How Russia's use of glide bombs is impacting the war in Ukraine
In the war in Ukraine, the use of a weapon known as a glide bomb is helping Russia to make new gains. Officials say one of those bombs is responsible for a recent attack on an apartment building in ...14 hours ago - Ukraine -
Politics - The Hill
Here's how to improve the way Congress works
The House Rules Committee held a hearing on proposed rules changes for the 119th Congress, with Rep. Derek Kilmer recommending non-policy bipartisan retreats and planning meetings to foster trust ...14 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.15 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 ...15 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, ...15 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 ...15 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.15 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Because secondhand is feckin’ grand’: how clothes swapping became huge in Ireland
After seeing the consequences of fast fashion, one woman is on a mission to change the way we think about repurposing clothes. Mary Fleming was on holiday in Kenya when she saw it: a mound of ...15 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 digits16 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.16 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Trump Could Punish His Enemies
We look at why legal experts are concerned.17 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-aligned17 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.17 hours ago -
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.18 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.18 hours ago - Climate -
World - The Guardian
How the ‘Frida Kahlo of environmental geopolitics’ is lighting a fire under big oil
Colombian environment minister Susana Muhamad once worked for Shell. Now, as the country gears up to host the biodiversity Cop16, she is calling for a just transition away from fossil fuels. She is ...18 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects you18 hours ago -
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 ...19 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...23 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
‘I haven’t come back’: Freed from Hamas, former hostages cope with life after Oct. 7
During its attack against Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, members of Hamas and other militant groups kidnapped around 250 hostages. Among them were Aviva Siegel, Moran Stela Yanai, Ilana Gritzewsky and ...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