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Weight-loss drugs may reduce opioid and alcohol abuse by up to 50%, study finds
Weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic, made by Denmark’s Novo Nordisk, can reduce rates of opioid and alcohol abuse by up to 50%, according to a new study that supports expectations the drugs can offer ...5 days ago -
Business - CNBC
The top 5 'relatively affordable' U.S. cities where you can find a home for under $300,000: 'We're seeing sellers cutting prices'
"It's not chaos everywhere": Here are the top 5 metro areas where you can still find a reasonably priced home, according to Realtor.com.5 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
How the U.S. economy became so hostile to parents — and who benefits
The financial strain felt by families is not the result of individual choices. Rather, experts told MarketWatch, it reflects an economy that isn’t adequately supporting families and may be actively ...5 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
These 6 charts suggest investors should proceed with caution as S&P 500 hits 47th record high of 2024
Some say investors are growing too complacent as the bull market shows no signs of slowing down.5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘A little hyped up’: experts downplay claims over Petra archaeological find
Researchers urge caution after Jordan tomb excavation and say new clues about Nabataean culture may lie elsewhere. For one of the most famous ancient sites on the planet, there is a surprising ...5 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Report finds hate against South Asians in U.S. rising
A new report published by Stop AAPI Hate shows a recent rise in hate and discrimination against South Asian Americans. The nonprofit organization found that 75% of anti-Asian online threats in ...5 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How is the economy really doing just weeks before the U.S. election?
With only weeks before the November 5 election, here's how top economists assess the health of the U.S. economy.5 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Port of Los Angeles freight rail delays reach two-year high, with holiday and everyday items piling up
Record September imports at the Port of Los Angeles driven by the East Coast strike have led to two-year high cargo congestion at rail yards.5 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Dow, S&P 500 close at record highs and mark the year's longest winning streak
Both the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average surged to new record highs Friday, sealing six straight weeks of gains.6 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Trump has gained in 538's forecast, but the election is still a toss-up
538's 2024 presidential election forecast shows a very close, toss-up race, with Trump taking a small lead.6 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
S&P 500 eyes another record close — plus, our 2 health-care stocks that defied the group
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
China says it is beefing up efforts with U.S. to combat smuggling
China is strengthening enforcement with nations such as the United States to combat smuggling and other serious crimes, state media reported Friday.6 days ago - China -
Business - Inc.
How Create & Cultivate’s Jaclyn Johnson Keeps Up With Two Companies at Once
The entrepreneur ruthlessly prioritizes and never schedules meetings before 9 a.m. or after 5 p.m.6 days ago -
World - ABC News
Russia flaunts doomsday weapons to keep the West from ramping up support for Ukraine
This year has seen President Vladimir Putin repeatedly brandish the nuclear sword, reminding everyone that Russia has the world’s largest atomic arsenal in order to deter the West from ramping up ...6 days ago - Ukraine -
Business - MarketWatch
S&P 500 looks solid here — but the VIX is sending mixed signals
S&P 500 looks solid, and charts are positive for Amphenol, APA, wheat and Walgreens.6 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Dodgers sit Freddie Freeman for NLCS Game 4 as injury management takes focus with World Series two wins away
The Dodgers have other options, but none as good as even a compromised FreemanOctober 17 - MLB -
Top stories - NBC News
Netanyahu holds emergency meeting on Gaza aid as U.S. ramps up pressure
Some 41% of people in Gaza will face "catastrophic" levels of hunger in the coming months, a global authority on food security warned Thursday.October 17 -
Sports - CBS Sports
How the 49ers' Brock Purdy has leveled up ahead of a Super Bowl rematch with the Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes
The tired Purdy narratives should be buried nowOctober 17 - NFL -
Politics - The Hill
Momentum shifts against Harris in presidential race
The tides of the election are turning against Vice President Harris. During the late summer and heading into fall, Harris appeared to be the candidate with the momentum, with Democrats comparing ...October 17 -
Top stories - NBC News
Trump’s legal team tried to keep Stormy Daniels quiet ahead of 2024 election, MSNBC reports
Former President Donald Trump this summer offered a financial incentive to adult film star Stormy Daniels if she agreed to keep quiet about Trump ahead of this November’s election, MSNBC’s Rachel ...October 17 -
Top stories - CBS News
Israel ramps up attacks across Lebanon despite U.S. concerns
Israel's military announced more airstrikes across Lebanon, including attacks in and around the capital of Beirut, a move that the Biden administration has warned against. CBS News foreign ...October 16 - Israel -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Washington Wizards 2024-25 season preview: A lottery team with a long rebuild ahead
Breaking down Washington's biggest question, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlook.October 16 -
Business - CNBC
Holiday shoppers plan to spend more while taking on debt this season
Leaning on credit cards, or even buy now, pay later, to purchase holiday gifts will come at a high cost if there are missed or late payments.October 16 -
Business - CNBC
Holiday shopping season: An early look at how retail stores and e-commerce are getting ready for the rush
The supply chain looks stable into holiday shopping season, according to a top DHL executive, but a few big changes are coming to e-commerce delivery schedules.October 16 -
Business - Inc.
Retailers Can Expect Another Record-Breaking Holiday Season
The National Retail Federation anticipates up to $990 billion in holiday sales despite inflation-wary consumers.October 15 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Toronto Raptors 2024-25 season preview: Are they close to finding a direction?
Breaking down Toronto's biggest question, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlook.October 15 -
Top stories - The New York Times
Trump Leans On Creative Bookkeeping to Keep Up in Cash Race
Donald J. Trump’s official campaign committee has a payroll of fewer than a dozen and has found ways for another account to pick up the tab for his rallies.October 15 - Donald Trump -
Business - MarketWatch
UBS has just lowered earnings estimates — and raised its S&P 500 target
UBS on Tuesday issued an unusual pairing, reducing its estimates for earnings growth while at the same time lifting its S&P 500 target for this year and next.October 15 -
Business - CNBC
Tokyo Metro's IPO could drive momentum in the Japanese market as Chinese listings dry up
"We think they're offering very, very good value," Mio Kato, founder of LightStream Research, told CNBC.October 15 -
World - Financial Times
Labour donor to back Tortoise’s proposed purchase of Observer
South African businessman Gary Lubner in talks on taking minority stake in online start-upOctober 15 -
World - Financial Times
‘800lb gorilla’: luxury brands battle China’s hit grey-market app
Sales of top brands on DeWu make up estimated 70% of country’s grey market as consumers hunt for lower pricesOctober 15 - China -
Sports - CBS Sports
Why Kings' De'Aaron Fox is reportedly turning down $165 million extension ahead of 2024-25 NBA season
Fox could earn up to $345 million on his next deal if he has a stellar 2024-25 seasonOctober 14 - NBA -
Business - Financial Times
Expect more emerging market sovereign defaults, says S&P
Countries exiting restructurings have lower ratings than in the past and may struggle to access capitalOctober 14