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A very nice man is interested in me, but I don’t feel a spark
Why not see what happens when you prioritise someone who offers you stability and decency?. The question Last year I joined a choir where I became friends with a very nice man. Two months ago, ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
ECB has been too slow to cut rates, Eurozone economists warn
Almost half of analysts polled by the FT accuse rate-setters of being ‘behind the curve’Financial Times - Jan. 5 -
Saints interested in Chiefs OC Matt Nagy as candidate for head-coaching job, per report
Nagy was also the Bears' head coach for four yearsCBS Sports - Jan. 5 -
U.S. Plans $8 Billion Sale of Arms, Including Bombs, to Israel
The Biden administration notified Congress of a weapons package for Israel that is one of the largest new arms sales since the war in Gaza began.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 4 -
Biden plans $8bn arms sale to Israel
Last-minute show of support for US president’s close ally as he nears his final days in officeFinancial Times - Jan. 4 -
Haberman says hush money sentencing won't shrink retaliation threat: Trump's 'very angry'
CNN’s political analyst Maggie Haberman said President-elect Trump’s hush money sentencing could end in a public fallout over the New York criminal charges. “He's very angry about this case in ...The Hill - Jan. 4 -
US homebuilder shares slide on fears of higher rates and Trump tariffs
Threat of rising costs brings post-pandemic rally to a haltFinancial Times - Jan. 4 -
Mortgage rates inch up to start the year at a near six-month high. Will the housing market become more affordable in 2025?
The 30-year mortgage rate averaged at 6.91%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.MarketWatch - Jan. 4 -
Stocks will struggle under Trump if this rate keeps going higher
U.S. debt concerns and higher Treasury yields may be stumbling blocks for stocks in 2025.MarketWatch - Jan. 4 -
What Car Sales Can Tell Us About the U.S. Auto Market Right Now
Demand for pickup trucks and hybrid vehicles helped automakers increase deliveries, but challenges loom for 2025.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3 -
Auto & Transport Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Rivian Automotive, BYD, Li Auto, Tesla and more in the latest Market Talks covering Auto and Transport.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3 -
How much will a $10,000 CD earn at today's lower rates?
CD returns on a $10,000 deposit have dropped, but they're not insignificant. Here's how much savers can still earn.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Biden Blocks Sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel
The yearlong campaign by the Japanese steelmaker for a $14.1 billion deal crashed against opposition to foreign ownership from political leaders and the United Steelworkers union.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3 -
GM, Ford report best annual U.S. sales since 2019 as auto recovery continues
Both General Motors and Ford Motor on Friday reported their best annual U.S. new vehicle sales since 2019.CNBC - Jan. 3 -
Biden blocks US Steel sale
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Biden blocks US Steel sale President Biden has announced he will block the sale ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Biden Plans to Block U.S. Steel Sale to Nippon Steel After Long Fight
The embattled $14.9 billion bid will likely be scrapped if the President declines to approve Nippon Steel’s merger plan, administration officials said.Inc. - Jan. 3 -
U.S. Car Sales Hit a Five-Year High in 2024
Years of effort ironed out supply chain problems, eliminated shortages, but lower interest rates made the difference in the return to pre-pandemic sales levels.Inc. - Jan. 3 -
Ford and GM report best annual U.S. sales since 2019
Both General Motors and Ford reported their best annual U.S. new vehicle sales since 2019, prior to impacts from Covid and yearslong supply chain problems.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
Hospital flu cases rising at 'very concerning' rate, NHS England warns
The number of people with flu in hospital has quadrupled in the last month, the latest data shows.BBC News - Jan. 3 -
Biden blocks sale of U.S. Steel to Japan's Nippon Steel
President Biden has blocked the acquisition of U.S. Steel by Japanese company Nippon Steel. NBC News' Kelly O'Donnell reports on how the president came to the decision and the impact it could have.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
Breast cancer rates rising fastest in younger women, study finds
New research reveals breast cancer rates are increasing faster among younger women than any other group. Elaine Quijano reports on the findings.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
The Fallout from U.S. Steel
Nippon Steel’s $14 billion takeover bid for the steelmaker appears doomed, with President Biden expected to reject it. Litigation and diplomatic turmoil could follow.The New York Times - Jan. 3 -
USA's Cardoso 'motivated' by transfer interest
Constant transfer speculation is giving Real Betis midfielder Johnny Cardoso extra motivation to play at his best, according to the United States international.ESPN - Jan. 3 -
WWE begins its Netflix era after years of controversy, drama and ratings
On Monday, WWE "Raw" will stream exclusively on Netflix. The wrestling franchise is hoping for a huge global and multigenerational audience following years of success on TV and drama inside and ...Los Angeles Times - Jan. 3 -
Where are mortgage, CD and credit card rates heading in 2025?
The Fed has been pushing down borrowing cuts since September, yet mortgage rates remain close to 7%. Here's what to expect in 2025.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
China Adds to Sanctions of U.S. Defense Contractors Over Taiwan Arms Sales
Beijing sent a fresh warning to President-elect Donald Trump of the tools it can use to protect national interests.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3 -
Why the U.S. economy is still strong despite the Fed’s 2022-’23 rate hikes
Something surprising happened on the way toward the highest U.S. interest rates in more than a dozen years: Neither consumers nor businesses buckled under the weight of higher borrowing costs from ...MarketWatch - Jan. 3 -
Tesla sales declined for first time in a decade
Tesla sales for 2024 declined for the first time in 10 years despite enticing financing offers and low-priced leases. CBS MoneyWarch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the alarming trend. ...CBS News - Jan. 2 -
U.S. dollar index hits more than two-year high as markets brace for Trump return
Optimism around the U.S. economy was in focus as markets reopened following disrupted trade over Christmas and the New Year's holiday.CNBC - Jan. 2 -
Here’s the Reason U.S. Auto Sales Could Accelerate in 2025
Reduced inventories of cars amid enduring supply chain limitations are finally expanding again, lowering prices for buyers, and fueling sales growth for dealers.Inc. - Jan. 2 -
Tesla's annual sales drop for the first time in a decade
Tesla's increase in global sales in the fourth quarter was not enough to overcome a sluggish first half of the year.CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Lenny Randle, ‘Most Interesting’ Major Leaguer, Is Dead at 75
His career was defined by bizarre episodes — blowing a rolling ball foul, knocking down a pitcher and being at bat when the lights went out in New York City.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
Chinese EV makers BYD, Nio, Li and XPeng end 2024 on a sales high
Chinese electric-vehicle makers enjoyed strong sales in December 2024 as the country’s EV price war continued.MarketWatch - Jan. 2 -
Real estate trends for 2025: Regional sales, interest rates, more
From home sales ramping up in the South to when mortgage interest rates could come down, NBC’s senior business correspondent Christine Romans shares everything to know before buying a home in 2025.NBC News - Jan. 2 -
Iran’s brain drain is happening at an alarming rate
The country’s loss of human capital underscores systemic problemsFinancial Times - Jan. 1