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CNBC - Business
Trump Media hits new post-merger low as DJT sale restrictions set to lift
Donald Trump, the majority shareholder of Trump Media and the biggest name on Truth Social, said he has no plans to sell his DJT stock when the lockup ends.9 minutes ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
UAW warns of potential strikes at Ford, Stellantis a year after unprecedented work stoppages
The UAW has announced a strike deadline at a Ford tool and die plant that supports F-150 production as well as strike authorization voting at Stellantis.3 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Charity boss apologises to rape survivors over crisis centre failings
A rape support centre in Edinburgh, run by a trans woman, had not provided women-only spaces for 16 months.3 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Sri Lanka's presidential election a test for current leader, 2 years after its economy hit bottom
Sri Lankans who usually vote along religious and ethnic lines will be keeping another factor in mind when they vote Saturday on a new president6 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
AI risks making some people ‘uninsurable’, warns UK watchdog
FCA’s Nikhil Rathi says insurance sector should still ‘experiment’ with the technology6 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Australia take first wicket as Salt falls on 17
England's Phil Salt is removed on 17 as Ben Dwarshuis claims his first ODI wicket for Australia.7 hours ago - Australia -
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Thunderstorm warnings mark end of UK summer
The week is set to end with a bang in the southern half of the UK as the warm spell concludes. Tomasz Schafernaker explains.8 hours ago - United Kingdom -
MarketWatch - Business
Homeowners scramble to refinance as U.S. mortgage rates hit two-year lows
Mortgage applications rose 14.2% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.10 hours ago - Mortgage -
MarketWatch - Business
Social Security will run out of money in 8 years. Is anyone paying attention?
The most important issue that nearly everyone is ignoring18 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Despite the Fed's first interest rate cut in years, it may be too soon to refinance your mortgage. Here's why
The Federal Reserve just made its first interest rate cut, which can influence mortgage rates. But it still may be too soon to refinance your mortgage.Yesterday -
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UK soldier buried in Netherlands 80 years after death
Hundreds gather to pay their respects to Pte Henry Moon at the Arnhem Oosterbeek War Cemetery.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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Keir Starmer's top aide Sue Gray paid more than the PM
A row breaks out within government after the prime minister's chief of staff is given a pay rise.Yesterday -
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Weekly mortgage demand surges 14% as interest rates hit two-year low
Mortgage rates came down again last week, and with the expectation that they could fall further, mortgage demand suddenly jumped, especially for refinancing.Yesterday - Mortgage -
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Mortgage rates plunge to 2-year low: Should you lock a rate now?
With mortgage rates trending downward, it could make sense to lock in a loan rate now. Here's why.Yesterday - Mortgage -
Inc. - Business
Retail Spending Rise Bolsters Year-End Outlook
Census Department data for August shows consumers defied economists' predictions of shrinking retail spending, setting the stage for a potentially robust holiday shopping season.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Weekly mortgage demand surges 14% higher as interest rates hit two-year low
Mortgage rates don't follow the Fed exactly, but they are influenced by policy and could move on Wednesday's news.Yesterday - Mortgage -
The Guardian - World
Come together: 17 of the best interiors collabs for autumn
From sofas to coasters, our expert picks the best new interiors partnerships to add some zing to your space. For an easy autumn/winter refresh, look no further than the profusion of creative ...Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Usyk detained in Poland; Zelensky aids in release
Heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk was detained Tuesday at Krakow Airport in Poland and later released with the help of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.Yesterday - Ukraine -
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UK aid spend may hit 17-year low, charities warn
Charities fear Chancellor Rachel Reeves will slash £2bn from overseas aid at next month's Budget.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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9/17: CBS Evening News
Hundreds of pagers explode in Lebanon and Syria; World War I memorial unveiled in Washington, D.C.Yesterday -
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9/17: The Daily Report with John Dickerson
John Dickerson reports on the growing investigations into the apparent attempted assassination of former President Trump, new settings on Instagram designed to protect teenage users, and what's at ...Yesterday -
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Wildlife charity declares 'butterfly emergency'
The charity is calling on the government to ban pesticides that can harm butterflies and bees.Yesterday -
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$50 Billion in Aid to Ukraine Stalls Over Legal Questions
U.S. and European officials are struggling to honor their pledge to use Russian assets to aid Ukraine.Yesterday - Ukraine -
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Crypto spending on 2024 election hits $190 million, led by Winklevoss twins
Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss are the biggest individual crypto donors this election cycle, giving a combined $10.1 million, or slightly over $5 million each, according to Federal Election ...2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
2-, 10-year Treasury yields bounce off 2024 lows after August retail-sales data
Treasury yields rose slightly on Tuesday, but remained not far from their lowest closing levels in one or two years, after August’s retail-sales report pointed to a U.S. economy that remains stable.2 days ago -
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ABC News - World
12-year-old boy youngest to be sentenced over UK riots
A 12-year-old boy who threw stones at police during rioting outside a mosque has become the youngest person to be sentenced so far over far-right riots that erupted in England this summer2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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North Carolina town hit with record rainfall: "Once every 1,000 years"
Several North Carolina towns saw historic rainfall Monday. One street in particular recorded more rain than the area has likely seen in 1,000 years.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
What can I do with under- and overripe tomatoes? | Kitchen aide
Under-ripe tomatoes can be made just as delicious as perfectly ripe ones – fermenting, frying and macerating all work wonders – while over-ripe ones just need a little oven love. This sounds like a ...2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Apple Is All Ears: Making Hearing Aids Affordable
Hearing loss affects millions of people, but hearing aids have been expensive and sales have been dominated by a few companies. The new AirPods are going to challenge the status quo.2 days ago - Apple -
MarketWatch - Business
Silver has been outperforming gold this year — and may rise to its own record highs
Gold, with its rise to record highs this year, deserves attention — but so does its sister metal, silver, which has outperformed the yellow metal so far this year and may be gearing up for a ...2 days ago -
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Here's how the Fed's first rate cut in 4 years may impact your money
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates at its September 18 meeting. Here's how the decision could impact your finances.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Treasury ‘saying no to everything’ will hit growth, warns Burnham
Manchester mayor says powerful finance ministry has to fundamentally change way it thinks2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Brexit deal impact in UK is worsening, warn economists
The findings come from a report covering the three-year period after the Brexit deal was signed.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
Women in UK ‘will be worse off than in 2010 unless public spending rises’
Economists say living standards of poorest women will decline by 21% by 2027-28 if Labour sticks to Tory plans. Rachel Reeves should announce a significant uplift in public spending in next month’s ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
People are getting ‘stuck’ in insecure work for years, says UK thinktank
Work Foundation says ‘juggling unpredictable pay and hours’ keeps staff from upskilling and finding new jobs. ‘I don’t do a monthly shop any more’: life with unpredictable working hours ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -