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'I'm not a one-issue voter, but this is huge': Women on how abortion shaped their vote
It is the first presidential election since the top court overturned Roe v Wade, which protected the nationwide right to an abortion.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
Voters will decide on nearly 150 ballot measures. Here are the ones to watch.
Voters across the country are set to decide on nearly 150 ballot measures next week that will shape the future of a wide variety of policy issues in their states.Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
These late-deciding voters could swing the election: From the Politics Desk
Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the campaign trail, the White House ...Politics - NBC News - 3 days ago -
Macao's next leader wants to wean its economy off gambling
Slated to become Macao's leader, Sam Hou Fai says he will continue to steer its economy away from gaming and gambling.Business - CNBC - October 14 -
New U.S. economy data before next Fed interest rate decision
The Federal Reserve will soon announce its next interest rate move as new data trickles in about the U.S. economy. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
The next U.S. president could inherit a booming economy. That's a daunting challenge.
Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump both made the economy a focus of their campaign platforms since voters rank it a top priority.Business - CNBC - 2 days ago -
Waller skeptical of more big Fed rate cuts amid worries a strong economy could reignite inflation
A key voter on the Federal Reserve said the surprising strength of the economy suggests the central bank should “proceed with more caution” in cutting U.S. interest rates to make sure inflation ...Business - MarketWatch - October 14 -
30-year Treasury yield ends at highest since July after retail-sales, jobless data point to strong economy
U.S. government debt sold off on Thursday, sending Treasury yields up from their lowest levels in almost two weeks, after data on retail sales and jobless claims pointed to ongoing strength in the ...Business - MarketWatch - October 17 -
America’s economy looks strong. So why is Wall Street worrying about renters and younger borrowers?
It isn’t only subprime — renters and younger borrowers are weaker spots in an otherwise solid backdrop for consumer debt.Business - MarketWatch - October 21 -
US economy added only 12,000 jobs in October in shock pre-election drop – as it happened
Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as non-farm payrolls numbers deliver economic surprise days before presidential election. Oil prices have risen by 2% after ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
These seven states will decide the election. Here’s what we learned reporting on the ground
The White House is won not by popular vote but electoral college votes taken state by state. These races are incredibly close . Spare a thought for beleaguered Pennsylvanians. During the past few ...World - The Guardian - October 26 -
What will OPEC+ decide on oil output? Here’s why it’s complicated.
Developments in the Middle East have and worries about the prospects for global demand have fueled volatile trading in the oil market in recent weeks and that makes an upcoming decision by major ...Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago -
What happens to the world if forests stop absorbing carbon? Ask Finland
Natural sinks of forests and peat were key to Finland’s ambitious target to be carbon neutral by 2035. But now, the land has started emitting more greenhouse gases than it stores. Read more: Trees ...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
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What would happen if Harris and Trump tie in the Electoral College?
The race would go to Congress, where Republicans would likely have an advantage.Top stories - ABC News - October 22 -
BBC Verify looks at what happened on the night Chris Kaba died
This week the Metropolitan Police released bodycam footage showing the moments leading up to the fatal shooting.Top stories - BBC News - October 22 -
No One Tells You What Happens to Your Muscles in Your 40s
The decline in strength and increase in injuries is little recognized and far too infrequently discussed.Top stories - The New York Times - October 27 -
What happens to Trump's criminal cases if he wins the election? Experts weigh in.
Trump's third campaign for president has played out alongside the four criminal cases against him. Where they go could very well depend on whether he's elected.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
What happens to the votes destroyed in ballot drop box fires
The FBI is investigating fires at two ballot drop boxes Monday in Washington and Oregon that destroyed hundreds of ballots. CBS News election law expert and political correspondent David Becker has ...Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
What happens to Trump's criminal cases if he wins the election -- or loses?
As Donald Trump seeks a return to the White House, here's what could happen in each of his four criminal cases should he be reelected, versus what he faces if he's not.Top stories - ABC News - 5 days ago -
What happened to the young girl captured in a photograph of Gaza detainees
Julia, aged three, looks on from a crowd of fearful and exhausted men. This is her story.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
A Second Trump Term? Three Conservative Columnists Unpack What Could Happen.
What will happen after Tuesday to Trumpism and the G.O.P. if Donald Trump wins — or loses?Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Germany's government is on the brink of collapse — here’s what could happen now
Germany's ruling coalition has long been standing on shaky ground, but the situation has become critical in recent weeks, with a breakup more likely than ever.Business - CNBC - 16 hours ago -
What will happen to mortgage rates after this week's Fed rate cut?
The Federal Reserve is set to issue another rate cut this week. Here's what could then happen to mortgage rates.Top stories - CBS News - 14 hours ago -
What would happen to Trump’s criminal cases if he wins?
Historic indictments against the former president would be derailed — or disappear entirely — if he returns to the White HouseBusiness - Financial Times - 13 hours ago -
How Is the Economy for Black Voters? A Complex Question Takes Center Stage.
Donald J. Trump has been talking up his economic record for Black voters. The legacy of the last eight years is complicated.Business - The New York Times - October 19 -
CNBC Poll: Voters say personal finance is in better shape than the economy
CNBC Senior Economics Reporter Steve Liesman joins Meet the Press NOW to dissect the latest CNBC poll, which shows former President Donald Trump with an edge on the economy over Vice President ...Politics - NBC News - October 24 -
Polls Show Trump’s Edge Shrinking on Voters’ Top Issue: The Economy
It remains priority No. 1 for many voters, particularly those who are still undecided, according to Times/Siena polling. But can Kamala Harris translate her gains into votes?Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
FirstFT: Hizbollah warns of ‘new and escalating’ phase of war
Also in today’s newsletter, Zelenskyy says in FT interview that Nato invitation is needed to stop war, and Netflix shares rise after upbeat resultsWorld - Financial Times - October 18