This opaque, lightly regulated corner of Wall Street is growing by leaps and bounds. Some worry it will eventually deliver a shock to the financial system.
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Science - The New York Times
Why Mount Everest Is Growing Taller Every Year
Researchers say that two rivers merged some 89,000 years ago and gave the mightiest peak in the Himalayas a huge growth spurt.17 minutes ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'My aneurysm was a shock' - men urged to attend screenings
One in 80 men screened in Northern Ireland has an AAA – abdominal aortic aneurysm.1 hour ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
KAT traded to Knicks, Draymond isn't worried & WNBA Playoffs | Good Word with Goodwill
Vincent Goodwill is joined by Isis "Ice" Young to go through some big NBA news ahead of the start of preseason and to catch us up on the WNBA playoffs.2 hours ago - WNBA -
Top stories - BBC News
Delivering safe care a challenge in Scotland's A&Es, doctor warns
The Royal College of Emergency Medicine warns that the government's winter planning is not doing enough.2 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Dewsbury-Hall delivers as Chelsea triumph in six-goal thriller against Gent
With every result, Enzo Maresca is making Chelsea believe again. As his side coasted to victory – their fifth in succession in all competitions – in the dying minutes here against Gent, the Italian ...3 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Biden delivers remarks in Georgia on Helene recovery
President Biden delivers remarks on Hurricane Helene recovery efforts from Ray City, Georgia.4 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Politics - The Hill
Tina Peters sentenced to 9 years behind bars in voting system data scheme
A Colorado county clerk was sentenced to nine years in prison Thursday after spearheading a data breach scheme in the 2020 presidential election. District Judge Matthew Barrett sparred with former ...4 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
NASCAR star Greg Biffle delivers supplies by helicopter for stranded Helene victims
Former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle has been using a private helicopter to deliver supplies to stranded victims of Hurricane Helene in parts of western North Carolina.5 hours ago - NASCAR -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Knicks' Karl-Anthony Towns 'shocked' to be traded, 'excited' to begin career in New York
With Knicks training camp underway in Charleston, S.C., Karl-Anthony Towns addressed members of the media for the first time since the blockbuster trade that sent him from Minnesota to New York.5 hours ago - New York -
World - The New York Times
Unable to Penetrate Systems, Hackers Spread Lies About Vulnerabilities
When France fended off cyberattacks during the Olympics, hackers circulated false claims about their attacks, a tactic the United States could face during the election.5 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Sydney Sweeney doesn't think she'll 'ever feel comfortable' financially: 'I saw my parents lose everything'
The 27-year-old star told Glamour that her family's past financial struggles have influenced how she thinks about her wealth.6 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Watch live: Trump courts voters in 'blue wall' Michigan
Former President Trump will make his 11th visit this election cycle to the critical swing state of Michigan on Thursday. The campaign event in Saginaw, Mich., comes less than a week after Trump ...6 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - ABC News
Residents of landslide-stricken city in California to get financial help
As much as $10,000 will be distributed to some residents of a peninsula on the edge of Los Angeles where worsening landslides have damaged homes and led to utility shutoffs6 hours ago - California -
Sports - CBS Sports
Colts' Anthony Richardson addresses injury prone concerns: 'I'm not necessarily worried about it'
Richardson is dealing with another injury as Indy prepares for Week 57 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Lebanese healthcare workers fearful as growing numbers killed in strikes
At least 50 paramedics have been killed in Lebanon over the last two weeks. The airstrikes started just before noon. The injured and the dead quickly followed. As the ground in the southern ...7 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
This opaque, lightly regulated corner of Wall Street is growing by leaps and bounds. Some worry it will eventually deliver a shock to the financial system.
Millions of Americans have exposure to private credit, which often outpaces stock-market returns but also poses risks.8 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
White House pushing for dockworker deal with concerns growing over prolonged strike
The White House has been nudging the International Longshoremen's Association and shipping companies to reach a deal with billions on the line for the U.S. economy as the port strike continues. CBS ...8 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Fantasy Football Week 5 matchups to exploit: All systems go for these young WRs!
Be sure to target these favorable matchups from fantasy football analyst Sal Vetri when setting your lineups in Week 5!9 hours ago - Fantasy Football -
Top stories - The New York Times
Why Israel Is Worried About Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions
Despite the supreme leader’s stated religious objections to nuclear weapons, Tehran has been steadily making progress on its nuclear weapons capabilities over the course of the past year.9 hours ago - Israel -
Top stories - CBS News
Mellody Hobson on teaching kids financial literacy
In her latest project, "Priceless Facts About Money," Ariel Investments Co-CEO Mellody Hobson uses creative storytelling and visuals to teach children the importance of financial literacy and the ...10 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Expert on financial advice to help parents save money
In her new weekly segment on "CBS Mornings Plus," Jill Schlesinger offers valuable financial advice to help parents save money.10 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
How elections can create financial crises
The evidence of how feel-good economic stimulants can backfire over time is there for everyone to see.10 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Our Housing Crisis Has Its Roots in the Financial Crisis
Well-meaning regulations and reforms intended to prevent another financial crisis has pushed millions of affordable homes out of the reach of everyday buyers and into the coffers of investors.10 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Why Salesforce’s stock is getting more love from Wall Street analysts lately
Salesforce shares have lagged the S&P 500 this year but could be primed for bigger gains thanks to improved product positioning.11 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Democratic senator worried Netanyahu trying to 'influence' US election
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) says he’s worried Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may be trying to influence the U.S. presidential election by showing little interest in striking a peace deal ...11 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Around-the-world cruise still waiting to say 'au revoir' to Belfast
Villa Vie Residences' Odyssey set sail on Monday but it has yet to leave Northern Ireland waters.12 hours ago -
Politics - NBC News
Harris will campaign in Wisconsin, part of her efforts to shore up the ‘blue wall’
Trump to rally in Michigan, Harris in neighboring Wisconsin13 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Kirk strengthens in the Atlantic, expected to grow rapidly
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.13 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
What a Middle East oil price shock could mean for US consumers
A worst-case scenario for the market could send prices spiralling into the triple digits13 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Ship queue grows at U.S. ports as dockworker strike enters third day
Long lines of container ships queued up outside major U.S. ports on Thursday as the biggest dockworker strike in nearly half a century entered its third day.13 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Should banks make money from your financial data?
Some companies are already planning targeted marketing14 hours ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Instead of Dating Apps, Some Singles Shift to PowerPoint Pitches
Using PowerPoint presentations, business cards and billboards, some daters are taking their own approach to finding love.15 hours ago -