Pending home sales jump to six month high as lower mortgage rates draw buyers in

Robert Roberson Execution on Hold in Texas Shaken Baby Case: What We Know

With his execution on hold, Robert Roberson is set to testify at a Texas House hearing about his conviction, which was based in part on a questionable diagnosis of shaken baby syndrome.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 18

Televisa Chairman Takes Leave Pending DOJ International Soccer Probe

Mexican tycoon Emilio Azcárraga is also taking leave as TelevisaUnivision director pending resolution of investigation involving FIFA.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

How to know if mortgage refinancing makes sense now

As mortgage rates decline, some homeowners may want to consider refinancing now. Here's what to know now.

Six Scottish areas are 'dental deserts'

Leading dentists say issues over patient access to NHS treatment are now a national problem in Scotland.

Tech is the star Friday, and why we'd be buyers of the dip on CrowdStrike

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Business - CNBC - 5 days ago

The biggest U.S. homebuilder misses on earnings as it says buyers are staying on the sidelines

D.R. Horton, the largest U.S. homebuilder by market cap, on Tuesday reported earnings well below estimates as it said interest rates were keeping buyers on the sidelines and forcing the company to ...

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Saka 'disappointed' after draw with Liverpool

Bukayo Saka became the youngest Arsenal player to score 50 Premier League goals when he returned from a hamstring injury in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Liverpool, but the winger was disappointed to drop ...

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

What Lower Inflation Means For You

There’s been a surprise fall in the rate at which prices increase

Ozempic lowers Alzheimer’s risk: Research

The diabetes and weight loss drug Ozempic could lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease among people with Type 2 diabetes, according to a new study published Thursday. Alzheimer’s disease is the ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Benefits, interest rates and pensions - how September's inflation figure affects you

The cost of living is always important but this month's has a particular extra impact for millions of people.

Hong Kong to Ease Mortgage Rules, Cuts Liquor Tax in Growth Push

World - Yahoo News - October 16

Ecclestone big six lifts England to competitive total

Watch as Sophie Ecclestone hits the first six of the day before being dismissed next ball, as England post 141-7 against West Indies during their Women's T20 World Cup match in Dubai.

Ranking the top MVP candidates through six games

Who has the early NFL MVP edge? Will Lamar Jackson repeat? Here's our top-five list.

Sports - ESPN - October 17

Boy, 7, dies and six injured in house explosion

Emergency crews remain at the scene in Newcastle, with people being warned to avoid the area.

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