U.S. drivers lost 42 hours—a full work week—to traffic in 2023: Congestion 'hinders economic growth,' expert says
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Financial Times - World
Rio Tinto chief warns over ‘big risk’ of large acquisition
Jakob Stausholm says ‘major M&A’ could put company off course3 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
GE Healthcare’s stock spikes up at the open as profit beat outweighs sales miss
GE Healthcare’s stock dropped in early Wednesday trading, after the medical technologies and diagnostics company reported second-quarter revenue that missed expectations and free cash flow that turned more negative.3 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Mastercard offers some relief as consumer-spending trends come in stable
Mastercard’s spending growth to start the current quarter has been stable, and that seemed welcome news to investors on Wednesday.3 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Fed says first cut to US interest rates could come in September
Central bank holds rates steady but comments by chair Powell boost expectations of pre-election move3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
Ailing Etsy rolls out first loyalty program in move to spark growth
Etsy Insider members will receive free shipping on purchases and discounts on certain products, among other perks.3 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Meta’s shares soar after revenue growth reassures investors on AI plan
Facebook and Instagram’s parent company earnings show strength in core advertising business2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Meta's advertising growth is proof that hefty AI spending is already paying off
For investors skeptical of Meta's massive investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure, CEO Mark Zuckerberg is urging them to look at the results.3 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Warner Music Group restructures operations to boost revenue growth
The entertainment and record label conglomerate on Thursday said that Max Lousada, longtime chief executive of Recorded Music, has decided to step down as part of the reorganization.2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Amazon's cloud unit reports 19% revenue growth, topping estimates
Amazon Web Services grew sales by 19% in the latest quarter, expanding at a faster rate than its parent company.2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Job Growth Slows, Unemployment Ticks Up to 4.3 Percent
Labor Department figures show an additional 114,000 jobs were created in June, an unexpectedly weak result.16 hr ago -
The Guardian - World
US jobs data ‘flashing red’ as poor growth sparks Wall Street sell-off
Fed chair urged to ‘cancel his summer vacation’ and take action as unemployment rose to highest rate since October 2021. The US labor market cooled significantly last month as unemployment unexpectedly rose, sparking fears of a slowdown across the ...12 hr ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Amazon’s killer cloud growth can’t make up for this more worrisome trend
Retailers have spent months warning of pressures on consumer spending. Now it looks like even Amazon isn’t immune.18 hr ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Memo to the Fed: The economy’s growth scare is your wake-up call
Markets are worried that the Fed could get blindsided.19 hr ago -
MarketWatch - Business
13 value stocks for patient investors looking for long-term growth
A value manager with an excellent decades-long performance record supplies “a baker’s dozen of big bargains.”18 hr ago -
CNN - Top stories
US job growth slowed in June, latest employment data shows
Live coverage of the June jobs report has now ended. The US economy added 206,000 jobs in June and the unemployment rate rose to 4.1%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.Jul. 5, 2024 -
The Guardian - World
Indonesia president begins working from new capital despite construction delays
Nusantara scheduled to host Independence Day celebrations instead of Jakarta next month but relocation plan has come into question. Indonesian President Joko Widodo has begun working from the presidential palace in the country’s ambitious new ...5 days ago - Indonesia -
CBS News - Top stories
How the DNC's virtual vote to nominate Kamala Harris will work
The DNC is holding an early August virtual roll call vote to formalize Kamala Harris' nomination for president. Here's what's known about the vote so far.5 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
SBTi Releases Scenarios for Carbon Credits Despite Finding Little Evidence They Work
The world’s leading referee on corporate net-zero targets is at the forefront of a global debate over the legitimacy of carbon credits.4 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Do we really need shared physical offices to collaborate at work?
Research suggests that physical proximity is not necessary for effective collaboration, and that strong social networks can foster trust, familiarity, and relational energy, even in remote or hybrid work settings.4 days ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Marvel Has One Way To Make RDJ Doctor Doom And Secret Wars Work
Toward the end of Avengers: Infinity War, Doctor Strange sits down and uses his powers to look into 14,000,605 possible futures in their conflict against Thanos. In only one did he see a path to victory. After watching Deadpool and Wolverine over ...4 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Air purifiers: how do they work and who should get one?
Outdoor air quality affects indoors, and many are turning to air purifiers – here’s what to know if you want to buy one. For several decades, air quality in the US was trending up by many measures. Data indicated that fine, inhalable airborne ...4 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Trump's campaign works to convince voters that Harris is 'crazy' because of her laugh
Vice President Kamala Harris has been criticized for her race, gender and parental status, but the latest target from her opponent Trump and others is her laugh.4 days ago - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Politics
Project 2025 winding down policy work following criticism from Trump
The Heritage Foundation official leading Project 2025 is stepping down and the group is winding down its policy work following sustained criticism by former President Donald Trump and his campaign.4 days ago - Donald Trump -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
New Sixers guard Reggie Jackson is right back to work with old friends
Reggie Jackson is already back working with old friends on the Sixers.4 days ago -
NBC News - Politics
What is Kamala Harris' foreign policy? It's been a work in progress
Interviews with nearly three dozen current and ex-officials who have worked with Harris on foreign policy issues offer limited clues to how she would respond to national security challenges facing the U.S.3 days ago -
Inc. - Business
How to Manage Outside Work in a Heat Wave: Case Study
Piece of Cake Moving's peak season coincides with the hottest part of the year. Here's how the company keeps employees safe and customers happy.3 days ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Lesley Manville's role on 'The Crown' may be finished, but the work just keeps coming
'There are quite a lot of interesting women out there to play. Surprise, surprise!' the actor says of finding her work schedule abundantly full.3 days ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Persona 5 Is Finally Getting An Official Design Works Book, And It's Massive
Persona 5 + Persona 5 Royal: Official Design Works ...3 days ago -
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NBC News - Politics
Harris' foreign policy is a work in progress: From the Politics Desk
Vice President Kamala Harris doesn't have a definitive foreign policy doctrine as she becomes the Democratic nominee against Donald Trump in the 2024 election.3 days ago -
Inc. - Business
From Viewing Parties to Team Bonding Events, the Olympics Are Now a Safe-for-Work Activity
No more sneaking peeks at Olympians from a minimized browser on your work computer. Entrepreneurs are bringing their teams' Olympic fervor into the open.3 days ago - Olympics -
CBS News - Top stories
Jake Sullivan explains working with allies in Russia prisoner swap
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan explains how the United States worked with allies to free three Americans in the prisoner exchange with Russia. Sullivan added the work continues to free other Americans who remain in Russia, like Marc Fogel.17 hr ago - Russia -
The Hill - Politics
Jamie Dimon: US should elect president who works to 'unite us'
JPMorgan Chase Chair Jamie Dimon warned America’s leaders not to “sleepwalk into disaster” but to offer “strong American leadership” to “unite us.” “This is precisely the time when strong American leadership is needed to unite us and strengthen ...12 hr ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Alien: Romulus Clip Channels Director Fede Alvarez's Past Work
The tagline for the original 1979 Alien film famously said that "in space, no one can hear you scream." What that expression neglected to mention is that the Xenomorphs appear to have very good hearing, and they seem to pick up on almost every ...6 hr ago -
The Hill - Politics
UAW chief: Trump has ‘never supported working class people’
United Auto Workers (UAW) Shawn Fain slammed former President Trump on Friday, saying he's beholden to billionaires and has “never supported working-class people.” In a recent interview with The Associated Press, Fain highlighted the union’s ...5 hr ago - Donald Trump -
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The Hill - Politics
Sanders backs Walz in Harris veepstakes: He will ‘speak up’ for working people
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) put his support behind Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) as Vice President Harris's potential running mate, saying he will be the one to "speak up" for the working class. “I had the opportunity to talk to your governor a few ...10 hr ago -
The New York Times - Business
Work Friend: How Loyal Should You Feel to Your Boss?
How guilty should you feel about leaving the boss who gave you your first big break?2 hr ago -
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CBS Sports - Sports
Roman Wilson injury: Steelers rookie WR 'week-to-week' after being carted off during practice, per report
Wilson's injury puts a biggest microscope on Pittsburgh's receivers4 days ago - NFL