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Breaking down the Supreme Court's Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ruling
The Supreme Court rejected an effort Thursday to undermine the power of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The agency was created after the 2008 financial crisis to protect consumers from unfair practices. CBS News legal contributor Jessica ...CBS News - Top stories -
‘We know consumers are feeling pressured’: Target to cut prices on 5,000 items ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Retailer Target is competing on price with its bigger rival Walmart at a time when many Americans are struggling with inflationary pressures.MarketWatch - Business -
The weak yen is dividing Japan into the haves and the have-less, where consumers with dollars and euros live well and those who hold only the domestic currency make do.
The weak yen is dividing Japan into the haves and the have-less, where consumers with dollars and euros live well and those who hold only the domestic currency make do.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Analysts say Corona brewer is a buy despite slowdown in sales across the industry
Two Wall Street research firms shoot down worries about a key beer sales metric for Constellation Brands.CNBC - Business -
Silicon Valley's Biggest Investor Is Canadian
The geography of investing showed some surprises in the first quarter. But deals remain muted in a high-interest environment.Inc. - Business -
The Biggest Treatment Disaster in NHS History
Infected Blood Inquiry finds evidence of cover-upBBC News - Top stories -
China must learn from Japan’s ‘lost decades’
The consequences of the world’s second-largest economy being sucked into a deflationary spiral would be severeFinancial Times - World - China -
Japan paves way for joint child custody in divorce
The amendment by parliament is the first change to the country's parental custody law in nearly 80 years.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
How a trip to Japan widened Benjamin Britten’s horizons
Aldeburgh Festival is staging the composer’s ‘Curlew River’ together with the Noh theatre play that inspired it in 1956Financial Times - World - Japan -
Carlyle seeks to buy Christmas in Japan with KFC bid
Private equity group’s move to take over Japanese operations of fried chicken chain is a tender offerFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Meyers, Peña homer as Astros beat Brewers 5-4 for season-high sixth straight win
Jake Meyers hit a two-run homer and Jeremy Peña’s three-run shot in the fifth inning gave the Houston Astros a 5-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers Friday night to extend their season-long winning streak to six gamesABC News - Sports - MLB -
Contreras hits 3-run homer off Verlander to give Brewers 4-2 win over Astros
William Contreras hit a go-ahead three-run homer off Justin Verlander in the fifth inning to give the Milwaukee Brewers a 4-2 win over the Houston AstrosABC News - Sports - MLB -
Tucker homers twice, ties for lead with 15 as Astros beat Brewers 9-4 for 9th win in 11 games
Kyle Tucker homered twice to tie for the major league lead with 15 and drove in four runs, leading the Houston Astros over the Milwaukee Brewers 9-4 for their ninth win in 11 gamesABC News - Sports - MLB -
Can Dogs Go Into NYC Restaurants?
According to the New York City Department of Health and many diners with service dogs, the answer is no. But some dog owners can’t part with their pets.The New York Times - Business -
We should plug the safety net’s biggest hole
Other affluent countries generally do more to ensure that such individuals have a roof over their heads, food on the table and basic health care. We should as well, for their benefit as well as ours as a nation.The Hill - Politics -
Consumer bureau case divides SCOTUS conservatives
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Conservative justices split on CFPB ruling The Supreme Court’s most conservative justices were divided this week over a decision to ...The Hill - Politics -
Thames Water’s biggest shareholder writes off investment
Move by Canadian pension fund is sign of escalating financial crisis at UK’s largest water supplierFinancial Times - Business -
PM says 'day of shame' as he apologises to blood scandal victims
An inquiry concludes that thousands of people were failed repeatedly by the NHS and successive governments.BBC News - Top stories -
Corporate insiders at these companies are telling us that consumers are cruising
Executive and director buying supports these 9 travel, gaming and recreational boat stocks.MarketWatch - Business -
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Japan's Beef With a Weak Yen: The Best Wagyu Is Just for the Tourists
The nation’s pride takes a hit as dollar-wielding visitors enjoy pleasures few locals can afford.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Assassin's Creed director: The right time to take series to Japan
Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is a long-awaited pivot for the franchise into the country’s feudal 16th Century.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
Japan's 10-Year Government Bond Yield Hits 11-Year High
The 10-year Japanese government bond yield climbed to an 11-year high, driven by growing market expectations that the Bank of Japan will take additional steps to tighten policy in the coming months.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
Slot machines to go cashless as debit cards allowed
The government says it will help slot venues compete - but charities warn it could increase addiction.BBC News - Top stories -
Hunt hints at another National Insurance tax cut
Jeremy Hunt promises further tax cuts, as he launches an attack on Labour's plans ahead of an election.BBC News - Top stories -
Last pandas in the U.S. are going back to China
The last pandas in the U.S. --four at Zoo Atlanta -- will soon be heading back to China this fall as a loan agreement expiresCBS News - Top stories - China -
Tiger Woods will miss the cut at the PGA Championship at Valhalla
Tiger Woods will miss the cut at the PGA Championship at ValhallaABC News - Sports - Golf -
Robert Gates says "I'm not even going to begin to go there" about voting for Trump in 2024
Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates, who is currently the chancellor at William and Mary College, tells "Face the Nation" that "I'm not even going to begin to go there" about voting for former President Donald Trump in 2024, who he has written ...CBS News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Supreme Court: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau funding doesn't violate Constitution
The Supreme Court has ruled the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's funding practices do not violate the Constitution. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the ruling.CBS News - Top stories -
Spain claims its "biggest-ever seizure" of crystal meth
Spanish police said they dismantled a major methamphetamine distribution network of the Mexican Sinaloa cartel after seizing 1.8 tons of the drug.CBS News - Top stories - Spain -
Supreme Court rules Consumer Financial Protection Bureau funding structure is legal
The Supreme Court decision protects the CFPB from the potentially crippling risk that Republicans in Congress will block annual funding for the agency.CNBC - Business -
Federal Consumer Financial Watchdog Survives Supreme Court Scrutiny
Justice Clarence Thomas, writing for a 7-2 court, said that Congress has wide discretion in structuring the way federal agencies are funded.The Wall Street Journal - World -
US Supreme Court rejects challenge to top consumer finance agency
Case had questioned the constitutionality of financing for the Consumer Financial Protection BureauFinancial Times - Business -
Supreme Court Upholds Consumer Finance Protection Bureau Funding Method
The way the agency--a target of a conservative attacks--gets money from the federal government does not violate the Constitution, the court rules in a 7-2 vote.Inc. - Business -
Democrats cheer after Supreme Court rejects challenge to consumer bureau
Democrats and financial industry critics celebrated Wednesday after the Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) funding structure. “The United States Supreme Court follow the law, and the CFPB is ...The Hill - Politics -
What the Supreme Court Ruling Means for Other Consumer Bureau Actions
A score of court cases involving the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau can now proceed, but it is still likely to face legal challenges.The New York Times - Business -
Chinese Retailer Temu Under Fire From European Consumer Groups
Temu, the discount retailing app owned by Chinese e-commerce giant PDD Holdings, is facing consumer complaints that its business practices violate a new online content law in Europe.The Wall Street Journal - Business - China -
Drake v Kendrick: The biggest rap feud of all time?
Vicious beef between hip-hop stars has divided fansBBC News - Top stories -
Postseason MVP? Best matchup vs. Celtics? The NBA playoffs' biggest questions
A look at some of the most pressing questions remaining in the 2024 playoffs.ESPN - Sports - NBA -
Some consumers are punting big purchases like pools and mattresses
There are some signs that shoppers are holding off on big-ticket buys, the latest signal of the economy contracting at the hands of tighter monetary policy.CNBC - Business