U.S. stocks slid after renewed worries about a slowing economy gripped investors, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow shedding 2.1%, 3.3% and 1.5%, respectively. The yield on the 10 year Treasury note fell to 3.843%, from 3.910% on Friday.
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MarketWatch - Business
Retail sales rise again and show U.S. economy still on solid ground ahead of Fed rate cut
Sales at retailers rose slightly in August in a sign of resilience among U.S. households, suggesting the U.S. economy is still on solid footing as the Federal Reserve plots to cut interest rates.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
'I am a rapist' admits man accused of drugging and abusing wife for 10 years
Dominique Pelicot, 71, is accused of drugging his wife Gisèle to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
83 percent of young adults are worried about state of US democracy
The vast majority of young adults say they are worried about the state of U.S. democracy, according to a poll published Tuesday by the Sine Institute for Policy and Politics at American University. ...2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Casualties in Myanmar push Southeast Asia's death toll from Typhoon Yagi past 500
State media in Myanmar reported that floods and landslides triggered by last week’s Typhoon Yagi and seasonal monsoon rains have claimed at least 226 lives, with 77 people missing2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
‘Our vote means next to nothing’: optimism of young Scottish yes supporters fades 10 years on
Young people’s support for independence has increased since 2014 but some see a ‘real lack of trust’ in politicians. Steven Campbell was 17 and still a high school pupil during the Scottish ...2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Pret a Manger’s U.S. expansion sees cafe chain’s sales hit $1.5 billion
The coffee seller said one quarter of its overall sales are now generated outside the U.K.2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Big names like David Tepper and 'Big Short' investor Michael Burry are quietly upping their bets on the Chinese economy
From property woes to sluggish economic data, China appears to be suffering from long Covid.2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
China's ultra-rich population sees 'dramatic' growth in last 10 years, outpacing the U.S., report shows
The world's super rich club saw a significant expansion over the past 10 years, with China leading the charge, a report by Henley & Partners showed.2 days ago - China -
The New York Times - Top stories
Kimmel Takes Stock of Trump’s Rhetoric After Suspect’s Arrest
Jimmy Kimmel said the former president, who blamed Democrats for “highly inflammatory language,” was himself “not a calming influence.”2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Hearing sheds light on Titan submersible implosion
U.S. Coast Guard investigators revealed Monday the Titan submersible that imploded underwater last year, killing all five people on board, had nearly 120 equipment problems in the years leading up ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
What to Know About Secret Service Protection After Trump Assassination Attempts
Levels of protection depend on a protectee’s position and the assessment of risk.2 days ago - Donald Trump