The Fed, explained: What it’s trying to do and why it matters to you

Why BBC Tory leader debate is not happening, and why it matters

A planned Question Time special on BBC One has been called off following objections from Kemi Badenoch.

Nintendo Explains Why Acquisitions Aren't Always Best

Nintendo has commented on the possibility of acquiring more companies, saying that while it is considering all options, the Mario maker would prefer to "organically expand" instead.. As part of ...

Tech - GameSpot - 3 days ago

What’s Love Got to Do With It?

Real life isn’t a shark tank. Business shouldn’t have to be, either.

Business - Inc. - October 25

If the Fed Is Cutting Rates, Why Are Mortgage Rates Rising?

The latest rise, to 6.79% for a 30-year mortgage, reflects bond market concern about President-elect Trump’s agenda. It extends an uptick in mortgage rates despite expected Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago

What is "cuffing season"? Fall's relationship trend explained

As fall arrives, "cuffing season" begins, when singles are more focused on finding partners for the winter months.

Why the World Bank and IMF matter more than ever

As global co-operation wilts, the twins must adapt to new realities

World - Financial Times - October 18

Liverpool, Salah show Chelsea's kids why experience matters

Mo Salah didn't have the best game, but a goal and assist were enough to beat Chelsea.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

'I can't run a business like this': Why the WordPress row matters

WordPress's tools are used by 40% of the world's websites, making this a spat with big consequences.

Big companies are seeing more turnover in the CFO chair. Here's why that matters

CFO turnover hit 8.9% globally during the period, surpassing levels in 2022 and 2023.

Business - CNBC - October 26

Why Knowing Your Body Matters: Behind the Brand, With Gil Blander

How new technology can help you know your body better.

Business - Inc. - 13 hours ago

Here's what changed in the new Fed statement

This is a comparison of Thursday's Federal Open Market Committee statement with the one issued after the Fed's previous policymaking meeting in September.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

What Matters: Seniors struggle with high housing costs in Arizona

For many seniors in battleground Arizona, housing costs are at the top of cost-of-living concerns. NBC News' Jacob Soboroff reports on how some are getting by, and how they view the presidential ...

What to see and do in Düsseldorf, Germany

World - Yahoo News - October 18

What does King Charles do?

The King resumed public duties in April after a temporary pause following his cancer diagnosis.

What Is North Korea’s Role in the Russia-Ukraine War?

North Korea’s supply of munitions has already been critical to the Russian war effort. Now, its troops appear to be poised to join the fight in Ukraine.

World - The New York Times - October 24

Jim Cramer explains why the Magnificent Seven have lasting strength in the market

The Magnificent Seven includes Amazon, Alphabet, Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Meta and Tesla.

Business - CNBC - October 14

Why the short contract? How will he play? Tuchel's England move explained

BBC Sport has a look at some of the questions that have arisen from Thomas Tuchel's appointment as England head coach.

NYT's Bret Stephens explains why he's backing Harris

New York Times conservative columnist Bret Stephens said he will cast his vote for Vice President Harris, in the latest iteration of “The Conversation” published Monday. “Kicking and screaming, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Horizon Dev Explains Why Guerrilla "Needed" To Leave Killzone Behind

It's been over a decade since a new entry in the Killzone series has come out. Judging from comments by a veteran Guerrilla Games developer, don't set expectations for the FPS franchise to return ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 22

Jim Cramer explains why money rotated back into Big Tech

Tuesday marked a second consecutive day of losses for the Dow Jones Industrial Average, with the index posting its first back-to-back loss since September.

Business - CNBC - October 22

Cramer explains why he'd wait before buying Nucor on weakness

CNBC's Jim Cramer on said it's not yet time to invest in Nucor, a steelmaker whose stock got hit on Tuesday.

Business - CNBC - October 22

A Psychologist Explains Why Americans Spend Billions to Scare Themselves Silly on Halloween

Why do Americans shell out north of $12 billion on Halloween? A psychologist explains the appeal of scaring ourselves silly.

Business - Inc. - October 25

Markets are moving in mysterious ways — and Wall Street is struggling to explain why

Traditional relationships between stocks, bonds, currencies and commodities like gold are breaking down once again in 2024. This time, even many financial professionals are at a loss to explain ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 26

Alan Wake 2: The Lake House Star Explains Why Remedy Is Special

The final expansion of Alan Wake 2, The Lake House, is out now, closing a chapter for Remedy that was 13 years in the making. In The Lake House, players assume the role of Agent Kiran Estevez as ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 29

A slice of voters explain why they're wavering on Harris and Trump

Beneath the surface of a tight presidential race and NBC News' tied final national poll, the handful of voters who have wavered in recent weeks illustrated the lesser-of-two-evils thinking that ...

Politics - NBC News - 5 days ago

Cramer examines Thursday's market action and explains why there are few sellers

CNBC's Jim Cramer said he sees an "incredible moment" unfolding on Wall Street as the number of parties interested in buying stocks exceeds the sellers.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Can arts festivals matter anymore? LA28 Olympics can prove they do, with Salzburg as inspiration

The L.A. arts community is already worried about slow planning for the cultural festival accompanying the 2028 L.A. Olympics. A festival in Austria shows just what can can be done with careful ...

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 5 hours ago

How Bad Do You Want It, Ladies?

Donald, your insecurity is showing.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

Do you really need to exfoliate your face?

Exfoliation is often presented as an essential step in a skincare routine. What happens if you don’t do it?. Like many teens in the aughts, I spent most nights dutifully scouring my face with a ...

World - The Guardian - October 28

Voters to Elites: Do You See Me Now?

Donald Trump is a monstrous narcissist, but there’s something off about an educated class that looks in the mirror of society and sees only itself.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Why do we have the Electoral College?

When people cast ballots in the 2024 presidential election, their votes translate into Electoral College representation. Many wonder why the system still exists, and if it should.

How the interest rate cut from the Fed could affect you

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced an interest rate cut Thursday for the second time in the last three months as inflation continues to decline. CBS News contributor Javier E. David has ...

Why mortgage rates could be heading to 8%, despite a Fed cut

The 30-year rate inched up for the sixth week in a row ahead of an expected interest-rate cut by the Federal Reserve.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

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