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Bond investors position for new debt from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley
Bond investors — who have sent spreads on the debt of the big U.S. money-center banks to their tightest levels of the year — are now positioning for new issuance, with Goldman Sachs and Morgan ...October 16 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
The Joe Mazzulla advice that changed everything for Jordan Walsh
Jordan Walsh has endured plenty of ups and downs. But some Joe Mazzulla words of wisdom have sharpened his mindset entering Year 2, writes Chris Forsberg.October 16 -
Top stories - CBS News
Israel launches new strikes in Beirut despite U.S. warning
The Biden administration said it opposed Israel's recent tactics against Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, but the airstrikes keep coming.October 16 - Israel -
Tech - GameSpot
WWE 2K24 Pays Tribute To Bray Wyatt, Adds A New Look He Designed Before Passing Away
The Fiend was a creation of Bray Wyatt that allowed the wrestler to channel his darker side out. With the persona, he captured the WWE Universal Championship twice, but quickly disappeared from ...October 16 -
World - The Guardian
America’s Cup 2024: Great Britain beat New Zealand in races five and six – live
Ineos Britannia win races and cut overall gap to 4-2 New Zealand lead in battle to claim seven victories Into the third leg , the Brits’ big sails keeping them ahead though the gap is dwindling ...October 16 - New Zealand -
Business - Financial Times
Klarna sells loans to hedge fund Elliott to free up £30bn for growth
Firm founded by US financier Paul Singer will take on risks and returns of the ‘buy now, pay later’ portfolioOctober 16 -
Business - Inc.
Elliot Nominates Eight Directors as Southwest Fight Goes to Shareholders
The activist hedge fund takes aim at the carrier’s board and leadership with a call for a special shareholder meeting.October 15 -
Business - Inc.
Google’s Deal to Develop Small Modular Reactors Is More Good News for the Nuclear Industry
The next-gen tech is expected to cut down on the cost of reactor development as big companies seek carbon-free power for AI.October 15 - Google -
World - The Guardian
Thomas Tuchel agrees deal to become England’s new manager
Former Chelsea coach out of work since leaving Bayern German will be the men’s team’s third foreign manager Thomas Tuchel has agreed to become England’s manager after talks with the Football ...October 15 -
World - ABC News
Belarus adds 1 year to imprisoned opposition activist's sentence
A court in Belarus has sentenced an imprisoned opponent of hardline President Alexander Lukashenko to an additional year behind bars for disobeying prison officialsOctober 15 -
Business - CNBC
Don't own the AI chip leaders? Jim Cramer says this might be your chance to act
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.October 15 -
Business - Inc.
Everyone Has a Bad Investor
A deep dive into the impact of toxic investors on company culture and financial health, and strategies to mitigate risks.October 15 -
World - The New York Times
In Jordan, a ‘Stunning’ Discovery Under Petra’s Ancient Stone
A recent excavation has unearthed 12 human skeletons and a chamber of grave offerings near Petra’s Treasury building, a UNESCO World Heritage site.October 15 -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
The Ultimate Southwest Insider Tasked With Reinventing the Airline
CEO Bob Jordan plans big changes at the budget carrier, but activist Elliott has called for his ouster and is seeking help from shareholders.October 14 -
Business - MarketWatch
Southwest’s stock falls after activist calls special meeting to elect new board
Southwest Airlines’ stock took a turn lower Monday, after activist investor Elliott Investment Management called for a special meeting to give shareholders a chance to elect “a completely ...October 14 -
Business - MarketWatch
Google becomes the latest tech giant to strike a nuclear-power deal for AI
Amazon, Microsoft and Oracle all have nuclear arrangements of their own as tech companies seek clean-energy solutions for AI’s massive power needs.October 14 - Google -
Business - CNBC
Boeing factory strike crosses 1-month mark as pressure mounts on new CEO
Boeing's CEO Ortberg will answer to investors in his first Oct. 23 earnings presentation as the aerospace giant faces swirling crises.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs hit with six new lawsuits alleging rape and sexual assault
Anonymous accusers are part of what lawyer says is group of more than 100 alleged victims suing music mogul. The disgraced entertainment mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was hit with six new lawsuits on ...October 14 -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Activist Investor Doubles Down on Calls for Executive Changes at BP
U.K. activist investor Bluebell Capital Partners is pushing BP to remove its chairman and lead independent director.October 14 -
Top stories - NBC News
Boeing factory strike crosses 1-month mark as pressure mounts on new CEO
It’s been just over a month since more than 30,000 Boeing machinists walked off the job after overwhelmingly voting down a tentative contract.October 14 -
Entertainment - ABC News
New batch of lawsuits accuse Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual assault against six people, including a minor
New batch of lawsuits accuse Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual assault against six people, including a minorOctober 14 -
Business - CNBC
Elliott asks for December special meeting at Southwest Airlines, cuts board slate to 8
Activist investor Elliott Management has requested a Dec. 10 special meeting date at Southwest Airlines, as it seeks to oust CEO Bob Jordan.October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
State attorneys general are stepping in to deal with ESG abuse of investors
Proxy advisors ISS and Glass Lewis have been using their position to further their own political preferences, resulting in a wave of proxy proposals promoting ESG objectives and discrimination ...October 14 -
Business - CNBC
International investors descend on London as Labour tries to woo new business to Britain
Uncertainty around the event and suspected tax changes in the upcoming budget has left many investors in the dark.October 14 -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Starbucks Scales Back Discounts Under New CEO
Brian Niccol, the company’s new chief executive, is aiming to improve cafe operations and focus more on selling premium coffee while promoting seasonal drinks.October 14 -
Politics - CBS News
Bob Woodward on "War"
For his 23rd book, "War," legendary Watergate journalist Bob Woodward delves into the inner circles of the Biden White House to examine American influence in the war between Russia and Ukraine, and ...October 13 -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Boeing to Cut 10% of Workers Amid Strike, Delay New 777X Production
The plane maker plans to book $5 billion in charges on troubled programs and warns of a deeper quarterly loss amid machinists strike.October 11