Interest rates are dropping. Why so many investors are clinging to cash, CDs and savings accounts.
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NBC News - Top stories
OK, so there was an interest rate cut. What do I do now?
The Federal Reserve’s decision Wednesday to lower its key interest rate by half a percentage point brought some clarity to the country’s top financial decision-makers, sending stocks surging to ...Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
'Why Does The NHL Not Do 99s?': Connor McDavid Reacts To His New NHL 25 Rating
Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid had a fitting and humourous reaction to his NHL 25 rating.Yesterday - NHL -
ABC News - Sports
Many players who made their MLB debuts in 2020 felt like they were 'missing out'
Nearly half of the 212 players who made their MLB debuts during the pandemic-altered 2020 season are still playing or have been in the big leagues this yearYesterday -
The New York Times - Sports
Why Diana Taurasi’s Retirement May Be Imminent
The W.N.B.A. star didn’t make anything official, but after the Mercury’s regular-season, finale she said, “If it is the last time, it felt like the first time.”Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Mark Robinson refuses to drop out of North Carolina governor race
North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson says he's not dropping out of the gubernatorial race despite a new CNN report alleging he made a series of racist and sexually explicit comments on a porn site ...Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
Netflix Reveals The Most-Watched Movies And TV Shows Of 2024 So Far
Netflix has released its latest engagement report , listing the most-watched films and TV shows currently on the platform. The report ranks Netflix's small-screen offerings based on views and ...Yesterday - Netflix -
CBS News - Top stories
Will long-term CDs still be worth opening this October?
As interest rates decline, will long-term CDs still be worth opening? Here's what some experts think.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
The Fed finally cut interest rates — but let's not get too excited just yet
If you're running a small business, this cut in interest rates will have little impact.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
ESPN - Sports
'He's a cat': Raya praised for stunning double save
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya was hailed by his manager Mikel Arteta and Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini after the Spaniard's miraculous double save earned his side a 0-0 draw in the Champions ...Yesterday -
Wired - Tech
Want to Get Into Founder Mode? You Should Be So Lucky
Paul Graham’s viral essay explains why Brian Chesky and Steve Jobs ruled and professional managers stink. But if a manager is smart and the founder is meh, who’s better?Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
Will the Fed cut interest rates again this year? Experts weigh in.
The Fed delivered a large interest rate cut this week. Will they do it again?Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Business
Why Nike Replaced John Donahoe as Its C.E.O.
Investors are hoping that replacing John Donahoe as chief executive will lift its stock price and restore the brand’s cool factor.Yesterday -
NBC News - Politics
GOP candidate for governor urged to drop out over explicit posts
Mark Robinson, the Republican candidate for governor in North Carolina, is facing pressure to drop out, over inflammatory and lewd comments he reportedly made online. He denies these reports and ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Investors pile into OpenAI’s $6bn funding round in unprecedented bet
Venture groups believe ChatGPT-maker will eventually be the world’s dominant AI company and worth trillions of dollarsYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
How a 12-year-old girl who escaped a serial killer likely saved other lives
In 1994, Becky Savarese was walking to school in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, when Lewis Lent tried to abduct her. He was arrested and later confessed to killing at least two other children, ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
Abrdn to drop China from emerging markets fund
Manager says move is designed to give investors more choice as Chinese market lags behind rivalsYesterday - China -
Financial Times - World
BoJ holds interest rates and upgrades consumption outlook
Central bank forecasts Japanese economy will keep growing at a pace above its potential growth rateYesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Why half of voters think Labour has done a poor job so far
Dodgy donations, infrastructure challenges and anticipation of October’s ‘painful’ Budget weigh on party’s approval ratingsYesterday -
Financial Times - World
Everyone, everywhere is wearing Ami Paris. Why?
Alexandre Mattiussi has built a €300mn brand by making clothes that people actually wantYesterday -
The Guardian - World
The many stages of the university drop-off – the Stephen Collins cartoon
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CNBC - Business
Bank of Japan keeps key interest rate steady as it treads cautiously on normalizing policy
The decision came as the central bank seeks to wean its economy off the long-held ultra-easy monetary policy and curb the yen's slide against the U.S. dollar.2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Three big investment questions I’m asking now — and so should you
As the fourth quarter looms, portfolio risk, US equities and China are all that matters2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
PE firm’s many roles attract scrutiny as car parts maker seeks bankruptcy
Clearlake Capital bought, sold and continued to own Wheel Pros even as it collapsed under $1.7bn in debt2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Ratings crater for Deion Sanders's Colorado Buffaloes in 2024
Under Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, the Colorado Buffaloes remain a big deal in Boulder.2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Lammy seeks emergency boost to aid cash to offset cost of migrant hotels
Foreign secretary fears domestic drain on development funding will hinder efforts to project UK on global stage2 days ago -
ABC News - Health
Why is Congo struggling to contain mpox?
Health authorities have struggled to contain outbreaks of mpox in Congo, a huge central African country where a myriad of existing problems makes stemming the spread particularly hard2 days ago -
ESPN - Sports
Transfer Talk: Newcastle try to fend off Arsenal, Liverpool interest in Gordon
Newcastle are ready to make Anthony Gordon their highest-paid player amid interest from Liverpool and Arsenal. Transfer Talk has the latest.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
‘Two of the best saves’: Mikel Arteta hails David Raya after Atalanta heroics
Penalty save earned Arsenal Champions League draw ‘He’s been exceptional. You need that at this level’ Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal were far from their best against Atalanta but praised David ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
Stocks Hit Record High a Day After Fed’s Big Interest Rate Cut
The S&P 500 rose 1.7 percent on Thursday, rallying a day after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Arsenal's Raya stops penalty with 'outstanding' double save
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya stops Atalanta from going ahead with an "outstanding" double save, keeping out Mateo Retegui's penalty.2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Connor McDavid is the Highest Rated Player in NHL 25
McDavid headlines the list of top centers, followed by Nathan MacKinnon, Leon Draisaitl and Auston Matthews3 days ago - NHL -
The New York Times - Tech
Why Foldable Smartphones Are Worth Considering
New devices from Motorola and Google prove that phones with bendable screens keep getting better — and some are even becoming cheaper.3 days ago