The economic October surprise

Politics - The Hill

The economic October surprise

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Consumers feel more confident ahead of Election Day A new survey shows that ...

5 hours ago

Politics - The Hill

Morning Report — Trump, Puerto Rico and the October surprise?

In today’s issue: One week to go. Seven days before Election Day, Vice President Harris and former President Trump are making their closing arguments to voters, and their last-week appearances ...

17 hours ago

Politics - The Hill

Maher: October surprise wont 'save us' from second Trump term

With Election Day just shy of two weeks away, comedian and TV personality Bill Maher urged Democrats on Friday to stop waiting for an "October surprise." "Democrats need to stop thinking an October ...

October 19

Politics - The Hill

The Memo: Trump campaign struggles to contain Puerto Rico October surprise

The Trump campaign is struggling to contain an October surprise of its own making, just one week from Election Day. A racist remark by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, one of many warm-up speakers for ...

17 hours ago

World - Financial Times

Politics is distorting economic data

Partisanship continues to pollute results of influential surveys of consumer and business sentiment

4 days ago

World - Financial Times

The best new books on economics

A sceptical view of the Chinese miracle, how AI could crash the economy — and tips for Rachel Reeves

Yesterday

Top stories - CBS News

Almanac: October 20

"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.

October 20

Top stories - CBS News

Almanac: October 27

"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.

2 days ago

Business - Financial Times

China’s economic ills are serious but not incurable

Unfortunately, policymakers have made things worse by resorting to temporary palliatives

October 15

World - Financial Times

Nigeria’s economic transformation must succeed

Failure would set back the cause of reform across sub-Saharan Africa

October 16

World - Financial Times

The economics of research and development. With Heidi Williams

What is the relationship between innovation spending and productivity?

Yesterday

Top stories - CBS News

This week on "Sunday Morning" (October 20)

A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.

October 18

Tech - The Wall Street Journal

The 'October Theory' of Changing Your Life

As part of the “October Theory” trend, people are rethinking their approach to the last three months of the year. They’re mostly using it as a time to set goals and reflect.

October 20

Top stories - CBS News

This week on "Sunday Morning" (October 27)

A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.

4 days ago

Sports - The New York Times

The Surprise Factor That Helped the Liberty to Even the W.N.B.A. Finals

New York’s roster is full of stars. Betnijah Laney-Hamilton added her name to the list with her game-sealing performance in Game 2.

October 14

World - The New York Times

Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar Was Killed After a Surprise Battlefield Encounter

Although Yahya Sinwar was a major target of Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, the soldiers who killed the militant chief had not expected to run across him, Israeli officials said.

October 18

Sports - ESPN

Rooney 'surprised' by Tuchel getting England job

Former England forward Wayne Rooney has said he is surprised at the FA's decision to appoint Thomas Tuchel as the new England manager.

October 18

Sports - ESPN

Clase 'surprised' by woes, confident despite loss

Star Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has now given up six hits and four runs in his past two postseason appearances, this after posting a 0.61 ERA during the regular season.

October 19

Sports - Yahoo Sports

Blackhawks Forward's Surprising Start To New Season

This returning Chicago Blackhawks is turning heads with their early season performance.

October 19

Sports - Yahoo Sports

Why Baron Davis believes Warriors will ‘surprise' people this season

Former NBA All-Star point guard Baron Davis explains why he believes the Warriors will improve on their 2023-24 NBA season.

October 22

Tech - GameSpot

The Original John Wick Was Saved By A Surprising Producer

Today, October 24, marks the 10th anniversary of John Wick , the film that revitalized Keanu Reeves' career and arguably ranks among the greatest action movies of all time. But few knew how close ...

5 days ago

Is the UN warning of 3.1C global warming a surprise?

Another dire temperature prediction but it has to be seen in context.

5 days ago

Politics - The Hill

Shocks and surprises covering House Republicans for The Hill

I knew things would get interesting when I accepted a job with The Hill covering House Republicans in the summer of 2014.

5 days ago

Business - Inc.

Perplexity CEO ‘Surprised’ by Publishers’ Lawsuit Against Startup

Aravind Srinivas said he told Dow Jones and the New York Post in June that the AI company was open to discussions about using their content.

5 days ago

Sports - ESPN

Lions WR Williams: PED ban 'complete surprise'

The NFL suspended Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams for two games for violating its PED policy.

5 days ago

Politics - The Hill

Could we see a Trump November Surprise?

Trump victories in North Carolina, Georgia and Pennsylvania could end the contest.

4 days ago

Chalamet makes surprise appearance at lookalike event

The Wonka star stuns fans by turning up to his own lookalike contest and poses for photos with contestants.

2 days ago

Sports - ESPN

To few in F1's surprise, Verstappen overstepped in Mexico

Max Verstappen's aggressive race craft has earned him a less-than-glittering reputation.

Yesterday

Lifestyle - The New York Times

Armie Hammer Launches HammerTime Podcast

Armie Hammer’s career sunk after he was accused of sexual assault and making shocking comments about cannibalism. He said he hopes to learn from his show’s guests.

2 hours ago

World - ABC News

Nobel economics prize is awarded for research into why countries succeed or fail

The Nobel memorial prize in economics has been awarded to three U.S.-based academics for research into why societies with poor rule of law and exploitative institutions do not generate sustainable ...

October 14

Politics - The Hill

Harris expands economic plans with focus on Black men

Vice President Harris on Monday released an opportunity agenda for Black men, focusing on helping business owners, teachers, cryptocurrency investors, men with health conditions, and men in the ...

October 14

Top stories - CBS News

MIT professors share Nobel Prize in economics

The Nobel Prize in economics was awarded to three Americans Monday. Two of them are MIT professors.

October 14

Nobel economics prize goes to global inequality researchers

Three U.S.-based academics won the 2024 Nobel economics prize for their research into why global inequality persists.

October 14

Young men's economic prospects are shifting, along with their politics

For David Tasker, an 18-year-old construction worker in Pennsylvania, his top financial priorities are having enough money for gas, dining out and spending on his girlfriend while living at home ...

October 13

Politics - The Hill

A Russian economic meltdown is coming next year

As the Russian economy tanks, immiseration and social discontent grow, and money dries up, Putin won’t have the resources to fuel his war machine.

October 14

Business - Inc.

Harris Targets Black Men With New Economic Proposals

The Democratic candidate suggests small business loans and improved access to the legal cannabis industry for Black entrepreneurs.

October 14

Top stories - CBS News

Trump promises tariffs to help pay for economic plans

Former President Donald Trump addressed the Economic Club of Chicago and doubled down on applying tariffs to help pay for the costs of his proposed economic plan. Trump affirmed tariffs will keep ...

October 15

Business - The New York Times

Harris and Trump Push Economic Plans to Woo Holdouts

The candidates provided more detail on how they would bolster the economy, with ideas ranging from tariffs to more assistance for Black entrepreneurs.

October 16

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