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Germany’s weak economy has strong foundations
Embracing creative destruction would revive the country’s fortunesFinancial Times - 4d -
The EU needs the courage to imagine a different digital economy
Trump’s tech oligarchs are afraid of Europe’s regulatory power — as they should beFinancial Times - 4d -
Ransomware Attacks Climbed in 2024—but Some Companies Are Just Refusing to Pay Hackers
Businesses actually paid out less to hackers last year than the year before. Here’s how to protect your company.Inc. - 4d -
India needs an ambitious agenda for higher growth
Economic liberalisation will help unlock the country’s vast potentialFinancial Times - 4d -
Post Office tussles with UK government over ‘drip feed’ funding
State-owned company at centre of Horizon scandal struggling to secure long-term finance deal, say sourcesFinancial Times - 4d -
UK property yields little cheer for landlords
Latest-quarter data shows the first dip in rental prices outside London since the pre-pandemic eraFinancial Times - 4d -
2 charged in connection with 2024 death of Fort Campbell soldier
Two people, including the husband of the victim, have been charged in connection with the death of a Fort Campbell soldier, officials said Saturday.NBC News - 4d -
Bloodied Chisora beats Wallin in UK finale
Heavyweight Derek Chisora proves too much for Otto Wallin, picking up a unanimous points victory in his final fight in the UK.BBC News - 4d -
Springfield sues neo-Nazi group over rhetoric about Haitians during 2024 election
The city of Springfield, Ohio, which faced a wave of threats last year following false accusations that Haitian migrants living in the town were "eating pets" of U.S. citizens, filed a lawsuit ...The Hill - 5d -
The end of insurance: Climate change is destroying homeowners and insurers
Traditional insurance models aren’t able to handle escalating natural disaster risks.MarketWatch - 5d -
Sam F. Davis Stakes 2025 predictions, horses, odds, field: Surprising picks by top horse racing expert
SportsLine horse racing writer Gene Menez reveals his Sam F. Davis Stakes 2025 picks after evaluating the contendersCBS Sports - 5d -
Trump has not decided whether to back UK’s Chagos Islands deal
Sir Keir Starmer sought US president’s blessing for lease that will affect joint military base on Diego GarciaFinancial Times - 5d -
WATCH: Deserving superfans surprised with tickets to Super Bowl
“GMA” surprised Toya Mathis, a colon cancer survivor and now volunteer with the American Cancer Society, with tickets to Super Bowl LIX.ABC News - 5d -
Praised, then razed: why is UK’s best building of 1996 being demolished?
The Centenary Building in Salford was described as ‘dynamic and sophisticated’ when it won the first Stirling prize. Now it is to be knocked down as part of a huge development. Rowan Moore’s ...The Guardian - 5d -
'UK's most romantic village' prepares for Valentine's Day
The small village is famed across the world for its unique postal service.BBC News - 5d -
Patrick Mahomes Is on the Cusp of Ending a Debate With Tom Brady
If Kansas City wins the Super Bowl, there’s no question who the greatest playoff quarterback is, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - 5d -
When will flu season end?
Flu activity remains "very high" in most states, the Centers for Disease Control said this week, as illnesses, emergency room visits and hospitalizations all continue to trend upward.The Hill - 5d -
Don’t Think You Have a Personal Brand? Surprise, You Do
Everyone has a personal brand. Whether it’s the one you want is up to you.Inc. - 5d -
Home prices up in nearly 90 percent of cities at end of 2024
Some of the biggest year-over-year median price bumps were in the Midwest.The Hill - 5d -
UK Secret Order Demands That Apple Give Access to Users’ Encrypted Data
Plus: Benjamin Netanyahu gives Donald Trump a golden pager, Hewlett Packard Enterprise blames Russian government hackers for a breach, and more.Wired - 5d -
Thousands of Syrians in limbo as UK Home Office freezes asylum claims
Two months after the fall of Assad’s regime, Whitehall’s decision to pause asylum applications from Syrians has left more than 6,600 cases stuck on hold in the UK. More than 6,000 Syrians in ...The Guardian - 5d -
What time does the Super Bowl start and end?
Need to know when the 2025 Super Bowl will start? And what time will it will end? Here are the key times to know.CBS News - 5d -
Indonesia begins talks with UK to repatriate rapist Reynhard Sinaga
Talks with UK government at early stage about returning Sinaga, found guilty in Manchester of assaulting 48 men. The UK has begun talks with Indonesia to repatriate a serial rapist convicted of ...The Guardian - 5d -
U.S. hiring slowed in January, what this means for the economy
U.S. job growth in January was weaker than expected according to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what this means.CBS News - 5d -
Donald Trump, Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar and Tom Brady: Super Bowl 59 could break 2024 ratings record
With so much star power in the building at once, it will be interesting to see how this Super Bowl draws people in beyond just the football game.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Canopy Growth’s drop in adult-use pot sales snuffs out cannabis-stock momentum
Canopy’s stock reversed on earnings after seeing a rally sparked by the possibility of marijuana reform in the U.S.MarketWatch - 6d -
Starmer tells ministers to push ‘further and faster’ for growth
UK prime minister launches fresh attempt to reboot ailing government at six-hour cabinet meetingFinancial Times - 6d -
UK statistics agency to scrap one of main household surveys
Decision comes as ONS struggles with falling response rates to surveys behind headline economic statisticsFinancial Times - 6d -
If the UK has more renewable energy, why aren't bills coming down?
The government has pledged to reduce energy bills by using more renewables, but bills are currently rising.BBC News - 6d -
Watch Shannon Sharpe surprise brother Sterling Sharpe with Pro Football Hall of Fame news
With Sterling Sharpe entering in the Class of 2025, the Sharpes become the first pair of brothers to be enshrined in Canton.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
UK demands access to Apple users' encrypted data
The Home Office served the notice to the tech giant under the Investigatory Powers Act.BBC News - 6d -
U.S. economy added just 143,000 jobs in January but unemployment rate fell to 4%
Nonfarm payrolls were projected to increase by 169,000 in January, according to the Dow Jones consensus forecast.CNBC - 6d -
Global chip sales rose 19.1% in 2024 and will hit double digit growth in 2025 thanks to AI | SIA
Global semiconductor chip sales rose 19.1% to $627.6 billion in 2024 and growth is expected to grow double-digit percentages in 2025.VentureBeat - 6d -
Killer Mike's arrest at 2024 Grammys prompts lawsuit against private security firm
Killer Mike is suing a private security firm, alleging false arrest, assault and battery stemming from his arrest at last year's Grammy Awards.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Amazon Reports 88% Rise in Profits but Says Growth Could Slow
The company’s cloud computing business showed strong growth, while a forecast for the current quarter disappointed investors.The New York Times - 6d -
Gaming M&A dipped in 2024 but fundraising doubled | Quantum Tech Partners
Gaming mergers and acquisitions were down 3% to $11.5 billion in 2024, but fundraising doubled, Quantum Tech Partners said.VentureBeat - Feb. 6 -
Super Bowl ads offer laughs, celebs and surprises to win over viewers
Eugene Levy’s trademark eyebrows fly off for Little CaesarsABC News - Feb. 5