Prices are easing, but wages still lag—here's when they're likely to catch up
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VentureBeat - Tech
Buying prescription glasses: What to judge when shopping
CONTRIBUTOR CONTENT: Buying glasses can be a big commitment. Even with the right deal and a great sale to keep the price down, you’re still picking out what will essentially become a part of your ...3 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Some prisoners released early without being tagged
Some offenders released last week were not electronically tagged as they should have been, raising the risk of reoffending.4 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Mortgage rates went up right after the Fed cut interest rates. Here’s why.
Mortgage rates inched up even though the Federal Reserve cut interest rates. Experts explain why this is a short-lived phenomenon.4 hours ago - Mortgage -
ABC News - Top stories
WATCH: This is when peak northern lights activity will occur
A busy series of northern lights activity will soon come to a peak as the sun reaches the solar maximum stage in the coming months.6 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
When will it feel like fall? Map shows forecast for next 3 months
The start of fall may be just days away, but the weather forecast in many places isn't matching the calendar.6 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
What’s the True Price of a School Lunch?
An emerging body of research aims to put dollar figures on the environmental costs of foods we eat everyday.6 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How to spot scams when buying, renting a home
The CBS News Confirmed team investigated housing scams that are impacting Americans nationwide. CBS News national consumer correspondent Ash-har Quraishi has more on avoiding scams when buying or ...6 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
YouTube star MrBeast sued by contestants over work environment, wages
MrBeast's production company, along with Amazon Studios, is facing a lawsuit involving contestants from the reality show "Beast Games."7 hours ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
What’s It Like When Your Mom Is the ‘Golden Bachelorette’?
The adult children of contestants on dating shows about older people speak out.9 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
When the interest-rate cut will hit your mortgage, car loan, credit-card bills and savings accounts
Lower interest rates will soften the prices consumers pay for debt — but people may not see an impact on their payments for a while9 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Fan takes a great catch as Brook hits a huge six
Watch as a fan takes a great catch after England captain Harry Brook hits a huge six into the stands during the first ODI against Australia at Trent Bridge.9 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Rodman is in the top 10, but can she catch Banda and Chawinga?
The NWSL MVP Tracker returns to rank the 10 best players as Trinity Rodman tries to catch Barbra Banda and Temwa Chawinga.11 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Bank of England Holds Rates Steady but Signals Gradual Easing
The British central bank has emphasized its intention to move steadily to ensure that inflation continues to slow.13 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Fed easing cycle begins as focus moves to protecting jobs
Also in today’s newsletter, Hizbollah reels after twin attacks, and JPMorgan appoints ‘wellbeing’ tsar14 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Fed cuts rates by half a point and signals era of easing has begun
US central bank’s decision marks milestone in two-year fight against inflation19 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
Marist polls: Harris leads Trump in Michigan, Wisconsin; they're tied in Pennsylvania
Vice President Kamala Harris is leading former President Donald Trump by 5 points in Michigan, is leading slightly in Wisconsin, and is tied in Pennsylvania, according to new Marist battleground ...20 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
Fed slashes interest rates by a half point, an aggressive start to its first easing campaign in four years
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday lowered the federal funds rate to a range between 4.75%-5%.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Bond market gets a Fed wake-up call after pricing in a recession
Long-term yields rose even though the Federal Reserve took a big bite out of interest rates on Wednesday. Here’s why.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Amazon Raises Hourly Wages for Fulfillment, Transport Workers
The hikes go into effect this month and may help retain workers through the holiday season.Yesterday - Amazon -
ABC News - Entertainment
Carrie Coon is still fighting
It can be hard to catch Carrie Coon on her ownYesterday -
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MarketWatch - Business
Attractive Nvidia and Alphabet prices could be a stock-market October surprise. Here’s why.
Tech giants look cheap on an earnings-growth basis, while U.S. stocks overall can resist seasonal weakness.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
How high will gold prices climb this October? Here's what experts think
Experts are bullish on gold for October, despite some market uncertainty. Here's what investors should consider now.Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Back in L.A., Taurasi knows 'end is near,' not when
In what might have been Diana Taurasi's last game in her hometown of Los Angeles, her Mercury won a chippy game Tuesday night that saw Phoenix veteran Brittney Griner and Sparks rookie Rickea ...Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
28-year-old made 15 offers, went $65,000 over asking price and still got rejected: The housing market is ‘a slap in the face’
To afford a home in many American cities, first-time buyers increasingly need to be wealthy or rely on family help, and they are losing hope.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Nvidia’s stock picks up a new bull who says there’s ‘still room on this train’
A William Blair analyst cheers Nvidia’s moat and margins — while also weighing in positively on Broadcom and Arm shares.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Grand prize winner catches 20 Burmese pythons in Florida challenge
Ronald Kiger, who caught 20 Burmese pythons, won $10,000. Donna Kalil got a $2,500 prize for catching 19 snakes.Yesterday - Florida -
Financial Times - World
Why Europe will not catch up with the US
America has cultural and structural advantages that governments can’t closeYesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Chevron boss blames Biden for pushing up energy prices
Mike Wirth says White House’s ‘attacks’ on natural gas threaten energy security for US alliesYesterday - Joe Biden -
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 ...2 days ago - UEFA Champions League -
MarketWatch - Business
Here’s why BofA took another look at Carvana, and liked what it saw
BofA sees 20% upside for Carvana’s stock.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Sports
The Penguins Kept Sidney Crosby, but There’s a Catch
Crosby’s new contract keeps him in control of his future, a columnist for The Athletic writes.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
It’s official: America’s real wages are up under Biden-Harris
The average working-class American can now answer yes to the question: Are you better off now than you were under Donald Trump?2 days ago - Joe Biden -
CBS Sports - Sports
College Football Playoff bracket: What Week 4's rankings could look like as SEC, Big Ten fill up the field
The expanded College Football Playoff is heavy on SEC and Big Ten teams while a Group of Five threat controls its own destiny2 days ago - College Football -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
College Football Playoff Picture: Here's what the 12-team bracket looks like after Week 3
Texas jumped Georgia on Sunday, and that means a bracket overhaul.2 days ago - College Football -
The Guardian - World
Here’s the real ‘enigma’ about Charlotte Owen: why we still take sexist gossip so seriously | Marina Hyde
OK, it’s not great to put a 29-year-old in the Lords – but trouser-rubbing ‘journalists’ spreading innuendo can’t back it up with a shred of evidence. Hello there. Today I would like to talk about ...2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
When and how to see September's Harvest Moon
The September Harvest Moon will see a partial lunar eclipse, peaking the night of Tuesday, Sept. 17.2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Big names like David Tepper and 'Big Short' investor Michael Burry are quietly upping their bets on the Chinese economy
From property woes to sluggish economic data, China appears to be suffering from long Covid.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Here's when Amazon's October Prime Day sale is happening
Mark your calendars: Prime Big Deal Days is back this October. Here's what the holiday kick-off sale will begin.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Formula One rookies indicate bright future after catching eye on streets of Baku | Giles Richards
Franco Colapinto and Oliver Bearman made impressive cameos away from the drama at the front at Azerbaijan GP. Formula One delivered a gripping contest at the front of the field in the Azerbaijan ...2 days ago