U.S. trade deficit in goods plunges 8.3% in August and might only be small drag on GDP
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CNBC - Business
Key Fed inflation gauge at 2.2% in August, lower than expected
The personal consumption expenditures price index was expected to increase 0.1% in August and 2.3% from a year ago.1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
Natural Disasters Hit Florida Small Businesses Hard
Hurricane Helene weakened into a tropical storm after ravaging the Big Bend coastline, impacting millions of people and thousands of businesses. Small companies are suffering, but many also got ...1 hour ago - Florida -
NBC News - Top stories
Key Fed inflation gauge at 2.2% in August, lower than expected
Inflation moved closer to the Federal Reserve’s target in August, easing the way for future interest rate cuts, the Commerce Department reported Friday.1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.1 hour ago -
The Hill - Politics
Trump, Zelensky meet to discuss ending Ukraine war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday met with former President Trump, who lauded his relationship with Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin, suggesting he could broker an end ...2 hours ago - Ukraine -
The New York Times - Top stories
A Great City, Such a Small Mayor
With all its talent, how did the city end up with a mayor accused of being an incessant petty grifter?2 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Acadia Healthcare’s stock plunges after government probe into patient care
Acadia Healthcare Co. Inc. plummeted Friday after the operator of behavioral-healthcare facilities disclosed that it was the subject of a government investigation into how patients were treated.3 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Why losing the White House might be the ultimate win
A short-term win in the 2024 presidential election for either party stands a good chance of producing several consecutive election cycle wins for the opposing party, also to be enjoyed in the ...3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
U.S. trade deficit in goods plunges 8.3% in August and might only be small drag on GDP
The trade gap narrows to $94.3 billion, its smallest since March.3 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
From small stage to big screen, Dame Maggie's moving performances always stole the show
One of Britain's best-loved performers, she was as much at home with comedy as with drama.3 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Small Businesses Will Play Key Roles in Rebounding From Hurricane Helene
With the huge storm now weakening as it advances north, company owners can soon join their communities to assess damage, start repairs, and find business opportunities in recovery efforts.3 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Cooled in August
Inflation has been slowing for months, which has paved the way for Federal Reserve interest rates cuts.4 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Monster Hunter Wilds Trailer Shows Why It Might Finally Be The Time To Jump In
Because of the deep lore and the giant creatures of Capcom's Monster Hunter franchise, it may be intimidating for inexperienced gamers who haven't played the titles before. However, the latest ...5 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
São Paulo election ‘a horror show’ as candidates trade blows and insults
Two televised debates ahead of 6 October mayoral election turn physically violent, with participants treated in hospital. Brazilians call overcast São Paulo their country’s “land of drizzle”.. But ...5 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Biden's new tariffs on Chinese goods are mostly symbolic. Here's why.
New U.S. tariffs on $18 billion in Chinese goods take effect Friday as trade tensions intensify between the world’s two largest economies.5 hours ago - Joe Biden -
MarketWatch - Business
Super Micro’s stock split is on deck — and it stands out in a not-so-good way
Super Micro shares begin trading Tuesday on a split-adjusted basis. The stock’s drop between the announcement date and effective date could be the steepest in more than two years.6 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
REA Group makes improved offer to buy U.K.’s Rightmove for $8.3 billion
REA Group’s new offer would give Rightmove’s shareholders a “mix and match” facility, that would let them pick a more cash-heavy deal6 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
The next carry trade to blow up?
When corporate treasurers take an FX punt6 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
John Perrin Flynn on leaving Rogue Machine and the challenges of small L.A. theater
After 16 seasons, Rogue Machine Theatre co-founding producing artistic director John Perrin Flynn has announced his retirement at the conclusion of current season.7 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
The Gut Might Hold the Key to Treating Long Covid in Kids
A placebo-controlled study aims to test if treating gut issues can help children struggling with persistent Covid symptoms.8 hours ago - Covid -
The New York Times - Business
Nuclear Power Is the New A.I. Trade. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Artificial intelligence’s hunger for energy has set off a boom in utility stocks and may lead to the reopening of the Three Mile Island nuclear plant, our columnist says.8 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Small Rain by Garth Greenwell review – the lessons of pain
The author of Cleanness considers the physicality of suffering through the experiences of a poet hospitalised during Covid. Garth Greenwell is best known for autobiographical fiction about sex and ...10 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
I grew up in the shadow of the Slovenian Alps, but their serene beauty only calls to me now | Ana Schnabl
Hiking my first mountain as a broke student was a revelation, one that has often helped me face up to personal struggles. I live in northern Slovenia, in the medieval town of Kamnik . This town ...11 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
China's industrial profits plunge by 17.8% in August from a year ago
China's industrial profits plunged by the most in more than a year, National Bureau of Statistics data showed Friday.12 hours ago - China -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
He Tried to Date Two Men. He Wasn’t Very Good at It.
After getting caught in a moment right out of a rom-com, it was clear Kevin Turner had a choice to make. He chose Dr. Nicholas France.13 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Art exhibit that banned men from viewing it ruled legal by judge
A Tasmanian court has overturned an anti-discrimination ruling that shut down the Ladies Lounge.13 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Everyone loses as the Athletics leave Oakland Coliseum for good with a win
After a final win before a sellout crowd, the Oakland A’s are finally moving to Las Vegas as baseball’s inexplicable lose-lose deal continues to move forward. A’s fans lingered long after the third ...14 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Keir Starmer meets Donald Trump in push for good relationship
The PM and foreign secretary David Lammy met the Republican candidate, but were not able to schedule a meeting with Kamala Harris. Keir Starmer has met Donald Trump for a two-hour dinner in New ...19 hours ago - Donald Trump -
GameSpot - Tech
This 1TB PS5 SSD Is Only $65 With Amazon Lightning Deal
XPG Gammix S70 Blade PS5 SSD $65 for 1TB | $118 for 2TB | $239 for ...20 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
These key indicators say the S&P 500 will continue its hot streak
The S&P 500 looks solid, while new highs on the NYSE continue to swamp new lows.20 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
BioAge, BKV shares end their first trading day flat after earlier gains
Obesity-drug developer BioAge held on to a slim gain after rising more than 20%, while Texas-based Barnett Shale driller BKV traded flat.20 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Florida Is the Top State Where Small Businesses Get Health Insurance Through the Affordable Care Act
About 3.3 million small business owners and self-employed workers turned to the ACA for health coverage in 2022. It's still an option to consider as insurance costs continue to rise unabated.21 hours ago - Florida -
MarketWatch - Business
Yield on 2-year Treasury logs biggest jump in five weeks after strong U.S. GDP report
The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield ended at its highest level since early September as investors awaited Friday’s inflation data.21 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.22 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
A clear Cowboys trend has emerged under McCarthy — and it isn't all good
There has been a 14-point margin in 48 of 70 Dallas games under Mike McCarthy. It's simple, when Dallas is up big, they win. When they're down, disaster ensues.Yesterday