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2024 delivers sweeping and consequential elections worldwide
More than seventy countries went to the polls in 2024. While some were free and fair, others saw questions around intimidation and foreign interference. NBC News International Correspondent Matt ...NBC News - 5h -
Richard A. Easterlin, ‘Father of Happiness Economics,’ Dies at 98
He put forth the so-called Easterlin paradox, finding that the richer you are doesn’t mean the more satisfied you’ll be with your life.The New York Times - 7h -
These airlines were the most on time in 2024
Supply chain issues and strong travel demand continued in 2024.CNBC - 11h -
Italy summons Iran's ambassador to demand release of Italian journalist
Italy has summoned Iran’s ambassador to demand the immediate release of an Italian journalist detained in TehranABC News - 13h -
These restaurant chains closed locations in 2024
Wendy's, Applebee's and Red Lobster were among the chains that announced restaurant closures in 2024.CNBC - 13h -
Mortgage demand dives nearly 22% to end 2024
Rising mortgage interest rates collided with the slowest month of the year for sales.CNBC - 14h -
Nomad Coupons: 80% Off | January 2024
Save up to 80% on accessories like phone cases, wallets, and more this January.Wired - 1d -
Target Promo Codes and Coupons: $50 Off | January 2024
Enjoy $50 off your next order with this Target coupon code, and save with the latest deals and coupons this January.Wired - 1d -
B&H Photo Promo Codes and Deals for January 2024
Enjoy top deals on cameras, computers, and tech essentials at B&H Photo.Wired - 1d -
Hedge funds Citadel and Millennium gain 15% in 2024
Ken Griffin and Izzy Englander’s funds likely to have outperformed wider hedge fund industryFinancial Times - 9h -
Biggest financial stories of 2024 and what to expect this year
From the stock market to inflation, CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady looks back on some of the big financial stories of 2024 and what to expect in 2025.CBS News - 12h -
Italy presses Iran for immediate release of journalist held in Tehran
Foreign ministry summons ambassador as Cecilia Sala reportedly tells family she sleeps on floor of prison cell. Italy’s foreign ministry summoned the Iranian ambassador on Wednesday and urged the ...The Guardian - 12h -
Mortgage demand dives nearly 22% to end 2024
A sharp rise in mortgage interest rates took its toll on mortgage demand, hitting just as the housing market entered its typically slowest stretch of the year.NBC News - 13h -
Palestinian Authority temporarily suspends broadcast of Qatar's Al Jazeera TV
The Palestinian Authority temporarily halted operations of Qatar’s Al Jazeera television in the territory.NBC News - 17h -
House prices rose by 4.7% in 2024, says Nationwide
Housing market activity remained "remarkably resilient" despite affordability challenges, the lender says.BBC News - 19h -
The source of 2024’s returns
Plus Merton allocation, and the ‘magic’ GDP growth rateFinancial Times - 20h -
The journalist, the manager, the fax machine and the hairdryer
Journalist Jonathan Northcroft tells Kelly Cates about his first experience of meeting Sir Alex Ferguson.BBC News - 21h -
The Erdoğan whisperer behind Turkey’s economic pivot
Vice-president Cevdet Yılmaz has played a crucial backstage role managing the turn to financial orthodoxyFinancial Times - 22h -
Nvidia invested $1bn in AI deals in 2024
Group emerges as crucial backer of start-ups seeking to gain from the tech revolution its chips are poweringFinancial Times - 1d -
The top 5 education issues of 2024
Universities and state education policies dominated in 2024 with a tumultuous year that saw massive protests over the Israel-Hamas war and lawsuits over the separation of church and state in public ...The Hill - 1d -
The biggest political winners and losers of 2024
A year full of extraordinary drama is at its close. A former president running for reelection narrowly survived an assassination attempt. A sitting president’s disastrous debate saw him forced to ...The Hill - 1d -
UK small boat arrivals in 2024 up 25% compared with previous year
A total of 36,816 people made journey last year compared with 29,437 who arrived in 2023, Home Office says. The number of people arriving in the UK in 2024 after crossing the Channel in small boats ...The Guardian - 1d -
Women behind the lens: six of the most striking images from 2024
Our favourite photographs from around the world taken by women and capturing moments of contemplation, celebration and imagination Continue reading...The Guardian - 1d -
Xi Jinping, China’s Leader, Nods to Economic Challenges
In a New Year’s address, Xi Jinping made a rare acknowledgment of the flagging economy while reiterating the government’s growth targets.The New York Times - 1d -
The wars of 2024 brought together rivals - but created new enemies
What the conflict in 2024 means for 2025...BBC News - 2d -
Wall Street ends 2024 on down note but made substantial gains for the year
Wall Street ended 2024 with stocks slipping, but NBC News' Brian Cheung reports that overall, the year was good for investors.NBC News - 2d -
Evening Report — 2024's biggest moments
Plus: What to watch for in 2025 {beacon} Evening Report © AP Looking back: Biggest political moments of 2024 As 2024 comes to a close and we await the inauguration of the 47th president of the ...The Hill - 2d -
See Ya, 2024. Here’s What We Loved.
Where Times Opinion — and listeners — found joy this year.The New York Times - 2d -
The Most Inspiring Houses We Visited in 2024
From a tiny French fisherman’s cabin to a hexagonal home in Hawaii.The New York Times - 3d