The perils in the search for the perfect GDP alternative

Statistical agencies trip up when they attempt to weigh the values of good and bad in society

Business - Financial Times - 4 hours ago

The perils in the search for the perfect GDP alternative

Statistical agencies trip up when they attempt to weigh the values of good and bad in society

World - Financial Times - 4 hours ago

Microsoft is finally testing its Recall photographic memory search feature. It's not perfect

Microsoft on Friday finally started letting people test Recall, a so-called photographic memory search feature for the latest Copilot+ PCs. It's not perfect.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Dak Prescott injury update: Cowboys QB not placed on injured reserve ahead of Week 10, return status up in air

Prescott could return no earlier than Week 15 if placed on IR

Sports - CBS Sports - November 9

America Makes a Perilous Choice

How American democracy can endure through a second Trump presidency.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Yahoo Sports AM: Olympic athletes in peril

In today's edition: How the House-NCAA settlement is impacting Olympic sports, Winnipeg won't stop winning, NBA Cup tips off, CFP rankings revealed, and more.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 13

We forget about comparative advantage at our peril

Companies and countries should maintain a laser-like focus on what they do best

Business - Financial Times - November 15

Trump’s Israel policy offers promise and peril

Trump will likely transform U.S.-Israeli relations by providing more military and diplomatic support for Israel, working to weaken Israel’s adversaries and pursuing more Arab-Israeli peace-making.

Politics - The Hill - November 20

Bluesky Is Turning Into a Strong X Alternative

Bluesky has a hint of the old Twitter magic, but the feeling of freedom it offers might be even better.

Tech - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Bluesky Is Turning Into a Strong X Alternative

Bluesky has a hint of the old Twitter magic, but the feeling of freedom it offers might be even better.

Tech - The New York Times - 5 days ago

US GDP rose at a 2.8% rate in third quarter on strong consumer spending

Final reading before presidential election was shy of expectations, but shows biggest economy is in robust health

Business - Financial Times - October 30

CEOs Who Shy Away From Defending Democracy Do So at Their Peril

Why voting rights and election integrity are business issues—and the role business leaders play in preserving them.

Business - Inc. - November 4

Trump win puts global corporate tax deal ‘in peril’

Experts believe that countries will now be unlikely to apply rules over fears of retaliation from Trump-led administration

Business - Financial Times - November 10

Trump allies remain in legal peril despite his election victory

President-elect Trump’s White House victory set his legal cases on a downward spiral, but his allies who have faced prosecution or other legal trouble are not yet in the clear. Dozens of Trump ...

Politics - The Hill - November 17

The perfect storm for European automakers

Volkswagen and its EU rivals have allowed China to steal a march in EVs

World - Financial Times - October 31

Harris Is Trying to Win Voters by Laying Out the Alternative

Also, Teri Garr found the soul in memorable ditsy blondes. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Starbucks will stop charging extra for dairy alternatives

The change to Starbucks' policy could save some U.S. customers more than 10% on their drinks.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Hisense PX3-Pro Review: A Giant TV Alternative

This Dolby Vision–enabled laser projector is a cinematic solution for stylish living rooms.

Tech - Wired - November 11

How human composting offers alternatives to burial, cremation

Tom Harries, CEO and founder of Earth Funeral, explains the process of being turned into soil in about 30 days — and how your loved ones can then decide what to do with it.

Bluesky picking up steam as alternative to X

Social media platform Bluesky has seen a rise in users in recent weeks as an alternative to X, formerly known as Twitter. On Thursday, the platform reported more than a million users had signed up ...

Imperial Brands Upbeat on Outlook as Alternatives Continue to Grow

The tobacco manufacturer said it expected a strong fiscal 2025 on the back of continued revenue growth from tobacco alternatives such as vapes.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 19

How Bluesky, Alternative to X and Facebook, Is Handling Growth

The fledgling social media site has been flooded with new users since the election. It hasn’t all been easy.

Tech - The New York Times - November 17

Tina is back: Investors say there is no alternative to US equities

Fund managers are finding it really hard to articulate a strong case to put money to work anywhere else

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

With Surge in New Users, Bluesky Emerges as X Alternative

With one million new accounts added since the U.S. elections, Bluesky has solidified itself as an option for people looking to change their social media service.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 14

10-, 30-year Treasury yields drop again after GDP data opens door to Q4 slowdown

Yields on long-dated Treasurys closed lower on Wednesday after a weaker-than-expected reading on third-quarter U.S. economic growth gave way to the possibility of another slowdown in the final ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

GDP Report Shows US Economy Grew at 2.8% Rate

In a key economic report released just days before the presidential election, gross economic product rose at a 2.8 percent rate in the third quarter.

Business - The New York Times - October 30

New GDP numbers show 2.8% growth in 3rd quarter

The new GDP report released Wednesday shows the U.S. economy grew at a 2.8% annual pace in the third quarter. Jared Bernstein, chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, joined CBS News to discuss ...

Russia fines Google more money than there is in entire world

The mind-boggling figure has been levied due to the company restricting Russian state media on YouTube.

Shrinking GDP forecast adds to German woes after coalition collapse

European Commission figures predict German economy, usually the engine of the EU, will contract O.1% this year. Business live – latest updates Germany’s looming general election will be fought ...

World - The Guardian - November 15

Namibia seeks to double GDP growth from oil and gas finds

Energy minister Tom Alweendo eyes economic boon as population grows restive ahead of elections

World - Financial Times - November 17

Housework to green energy: the new markers of growth in rival metric to GDP

Sustainability-focused inclusive income formula accounts for non-monetary factors overlooked in GDP, says ONS. For generations, the economy’s progress has been measured by a single figure: gross ...

World - The Guardian - November 19

Matt Gaetz Is the Perfect Man for the Job

Trump’s choice to lead the Justice Department is a flagrant provocation that is, like a pulpy B movie, so bad it’s good.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 15

The Race to Create the Perfect EV Tire

With billions sold each year, the battle is on to make the ideal electric car tire—one that offers the holy trinity of increased range, eco credentials, and less noise. The results could benefit ...

Tech - Wired - November 15

'Everything almost perfect' for Bompastor and Chelsea

If this is Chelsea in a new era under Sonia Bompastor, it seems they are heading in the same direction as their previous one - towards more success.

Trump's Treasury pick search

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump mulls new Treasury options, Commerce pick President-elect Trump is ...

Politics - The Hill - November 18

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