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U.S. leading-economic-indicators index drops for sixth straight month
The leading indicators for the U.S. economy sank 0.2% in August, the privately run Conference Board said Thursday. That is the sixth straight monthly decline.1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Powell’s recalibration on rates may bring 1995-like boost to stocks: strategist
That the U.S. no longer needs “emergency levels of monetary squeeze” should be bullish for risky assets, says one strategist.2 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Biden to celebrate progress of American economy in Thursday remarks
In remarks on Thursday at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C., President Biden will celebrate the progress of the American economy, but stop short of declaring victory.4 hours ago - Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Business
After Fed Cuts Rates, Biden Will Claim Credit for Economy’s Strength
The president’s speech on Thursday won’t be a “victory lap,” officials said, but it will celebrate falling inflation and borrowing costs along with solid growth.6 hours ago - Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Top stories
After Fed Cuts Rates, Biden Will Claim Credit for Economy’s Strength
The president’s speech on Thursday won’t be a “victory lap,” officials said, but it will celebrate falling inflation and borrowing costs along with solid growth.6 hours ago - Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Top stories
How Inflation and High Interest Rates Have Changed the Economy
As inflation cools and the Federal Reserve cuts rates, an era of economic upheaval is coming to a close, but not without lingering marks.6 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
How Inflation and High Interest Rates Have Changed the Economy
As inflation cools and the Federal Reserve cuts rates, an era of economic upheaval is coming to a close, but not without lingering marks.6 hours ago -
ABC News - Sports
Adolis García's home run backs Cody Bradford as Rangers beat Blue Jays 2-0
Adolis García hit a two-run homer in the sixth inning, Cody Bradford pitched seven strong innings after the worst start of his career, and the Texas Rangers beat the Toronto Blue Jays 2-08 hours ago - MLB -
CNBC - Business
Ray Dalio says the Fed has a tough balancing act as the economy faces 'enormous amount of debt'
On Wednesday, Dalio listed debt, money and the economic cycle as one of the top five forces influencing the global economy.12 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Trump says half-point rate cut shows US economy is ‘very bad’
Former president adds that central bank could be ‘playing politics’ as it reduces interest rates ahead of election17 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - Business
Trump says half-point rate cut shows US economy is ‘very bad’
Former president adds that central bank could be ‘playing politics’ as it reduces interest rates ahead of election17 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
Powell downplays impact of rate cut on Trump-Harris presidential race
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are each fighting to persuade voters they are best candidate for the U.S. economy.17 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Powell pushes back on suggestion Fed got behind in rate cuts
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a half-percentage point Wednesday and is projecting another half-percentage point cut over the course of its remaining two meetings this year, signaling a ...18 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Guardian - World
Fed chair Jerome Powell says US interest rate cut has nothing to do with election – business live
Powell rejects accusations that timing of rate cut is political and adds US labor market is ‘at a strong place’. What does a Federal Reserve interest rate cut mean for you? Despite fears of a ...19 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
How Fed rate cuts affect the global economy
Federal Reserve interest rate decisions can influence the trajectory of the U.S. economy and create spillover effects in parts of the global financial system.20 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
NBC News - Top stories
Powell speaks on Federal Reserve decision to cut interest rates
After the Federal Reserve announced a 0.5% interest rate cut, Fed Chair Jerome Powell stated that the economy is strong and has made significant progress over the past two years. He noted that the ...20 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
Risky coastal development expanding in face of climate change
Welcome to The Hill's Sustainability newsletter {beacon} Sustainability Sustainability The Big Story Risky coastal development expanding in face of climate change Decades of development ...21 hours ago - Climate -
NBC News - Top stories
Fed goes big with interest rate cut in a bid to head off an economic slowdown
The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it was lowering its interest rate by half a percentage point, an unusually aggressive move designed to cushion the economy from a further slowdown.21 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS Sports - Sports
Yankees slugger Juan Soto completes milestone by homering in all 30 MLB stadiums: 'All of them checked'
Soto called the milestone a 'great feeling' as he heads into free agency21 hours ago - MLB -
The Hill - Politics
Watch live: Fed Chair Jerome Powell speaks on interest rates, economy
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is expected to announce the first interest rate cuts by the central bank in more than a year on Wednesday afternoon. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has ...22 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS Sports - Sports
Miller Time? USC QB Moss off to historic start, could have 'Heisman moment' when Trojans face Michigan
Moss has solidified himself as one of the early favorites to win the Heisman Trophy22 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Concussion warning over face-slap fighting
Doctors worry about brain damage from a new type of championship fighting that has grown in popularity.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Ray Dalio names the top five forces shaping the global economy
Speaking at the Milken Institute's Asia Summit in Singapore, the founder of Bridgewater Associates said the five factors are interrelated and often cyclical.Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Langford and Taveras homer, struggling Heim has key hit as Rangers beat Blue Jays 13-8
Wyatt Langford homered and doubled twice, struggling Jonah Heim delivered a two-run single to break a sixth-inning tie and the Texas Rangers beat the Toronto Blue Jays 13-8 on Tuesday nightYesterday - MLB -
BBC News - Top stories
Maternity scandal trust faces accountability call
Campaigners are concerned nobody at the trust has been "investigated, sanctioned, or dismissed".Yesterday -
NBC News - Politics
Harris talks economy, Trump comments about immigrants in Ohio in NABJ event
Vice President Harris spoke at a discussion hosted by the National Association of Black Journalists in Philadelphia on Tuesday, weeks after former President Trump questioned her racial identity at ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Mail voting faces significant challenges ahead of November
Election officials are warning that mail voting could face delays and disruption if the U.S. mail delivery system fails to fix persistent issues ahead of November’s contests. In a recent letter to ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Champions League: Kane scores four as Bayern put nine past Dinamo Zagreb
Bayern Munich 9-2 Dinamo Zagreb, Sporting 2-0 Lille Yildiz scores first goal of new format as Juve sink PSV Harry Kane scored four goals, including three penalties, to lead Bayern Munich to a ...Yesterday - UEFA Champions League -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Like Jay Gatsby, He Threw Parties to Get Her Attention. It Finally Worked.
After Andrew Quintero spotted Sophia Babai on Instagram in 2016, it took four years and the help of a mutual friend to finally meet her in person.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Retail sales rise again and show U.S. economy still on solid ground ahead of Fed rate cut
Sales at retailers rose slightly in August in a sign of resilience among U.S. households, suggesting the U.S. economy is still on solid footing as the Federal Reserve plots to cut interest rates.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
The Guardian - World
Norway: electric cars outnumber petrol for first time in ‘historic milestone’
Nordic country, paradoxically a major oil producer, has set target for all new cars sold to be zero emission. Electric cars now outnumber petrol cars in Norway for the first time, an industry ...2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
BBC host Jay Blades' driving charge thrown out
The 54-year-old presenter is told the charge has been dismissed during a short court hearing.2 days ago -
ABC News - Tech
Elon Musk has often inflamed politically tense moments, raising worries for the US election
As Election Day draws nearer, social media posts by X owner Elon Musk are raising concerns that he will use his immense platform to question the legitimacy of the vote in the U.S. presidential ...2 days ago - Elon Musk -
The Hill - Politics
Johnson faces crossroads with no good options in spending fight
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is at a critical crossroads in the charged debate over federal spending, confronting few options to prevent a government shutdown — and all of them with risks. The ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
China’s ‘Silver Economy’ Is Thriving as Birthrate Plunges
The shrinking population poses threats to growth but has opened opportunities for businesses that serve seniors.2 days ago - China