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The Guardian - World
Reform UK are ‘not patriots, they’re frauds’, TUC chief tells annual congress – UK politics live
Paul Nowak attacks Nigel Farage’s stance on Russia and says party are ‘hate mongers’ and ‘no friends of the working class’. Like the Telegraph (see 11.25am ), the Times has also published a new ...20 minutes ago - United Kingdom -
MarketWatch - Business
This chart warning of Europe’s tech failings also may be alarming to the U.S.
Former European Central Bank President and Italian prime minister Mario Draghi on Monday laid out the case for a massive series of investments to boost the region’s stagnant economy.27 minutes ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Can you afford to have a baby? It may cost more than you expect.
With estimates for first-year baby expenses ranging from $15,000 to many thousands more, how can you tell when you’re financially ready to have a child?35 minutes ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The high-growth phase of the Chinese economy is over, say Barclays analysts
Barclays analysts downgraded Adidas, Burberry and Gucci owner Kering following a two-and-half week trip to China in which they grew more cautious on the world’s number-two economy.42 minutes ago -
The Guardian - World
‘Defying expectations’: amazing Paralympic photographers with disabilities
Whether legally blind or using a wheelchair, four photographers say there’s no impediment to creativity at the Games. While Paralympic athletes have been capturing the limelight with feats of skill ...50 minutes ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Arctic air brings colder weather to the UK
Temperatures are set to tumble this week making it feel much more autumnal.1 hour ago - United Kingdom -
The Hill - Politics
Morning Report — Is debate riskier for Harris than Trump?
Trump and Harris are locked in what the latest polls indicate is a pitched battle nationally and in swing states. Despite the hoopla and enthusiasm voters have shown for Harris, Trump’s standing ...2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Election outcome may depend on whether Harris or Trump can rebrand themselves as ‘new’
Both candidates are quasi-incumbents, but both are aiming to present themselves as a major change for a divided US. When Kamala Harris sat down for her first interview as the Democratic ...2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Wall Street Journal - World
'Super Mario' Draghi Pitches Big Spending to Fix Europe's Economy
The 77-year-old former ECB chief delivered his prescription for jump-starting Europe’s sluggish economy and strengthening its defense industry.3 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
The post-Belichick Patriots may not be the dumpster fire we expected
New England have lost an all-time great quarterback and coach over the last few seasons. But there are encouraging signs as they start to rebuild. The post-Bill Belichick era for the New England ...5 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
The post-Belichick Patriots may not be the dumpster fire we expected
New England have lost an all-time great quarterback and coach over the last few seasons. But there are encouraging signs as they start to rebuild5 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Japan's economy is growing, but political uncertainty is among the risks
Japan’s economy grew at an annual rate of 2.9%, slower than the earlier report for 3.1% growth, in the April-June period, boosted by better wages and spending9 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
China's CPI climbs by a less-than-expected 0.6% as transport and home goods prices fall
China on Monday reported its consumer price index rose by 0.6% year on year in August, missing expectations.9 hours ago - China -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Japan Economy Grew on Spending Recovery, Revised Data Confirms
The Japanese economy grew almost as fast as initially estimated in the April-June quarter thanks to a spending recovery, keeping the Bank of Japan on track for another rate increase in the near ...10 hours ago - Japan -
The Wall Street Journal - World
China Inflation Picks Up But Still Below Expectations
China’s consumer inflation picked up but was below expectations despite supply constraints, a reading that is unlikely to shake off concerns around limpid demand and other pressures facing the ...10 hours ago - China -
BBC News - Top stories
Where could the UK bury its nuclear waste for 100,000 years?
The UK's nuclear waste needs a permanent home - but finding a community willing to take it is tricky.12 hours ago - United Kingdom -
CBS Sports - Sports
Ryan Tannehill waiting for perfect opportunity to sign with team; did Packers make call to top free-agent QB?
Tannehill is the top free agent QB available18 hours ago -
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MarketWatch - Business
The stock market is stumbling on nagging fears the Fed may have made a mistake
Investors fear, but don’t know for sure, if a long-awaited Federal Reserve rate cut has been left too long.21 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Why You May Never See the Documentary on Prince by Ezra Edelman
A revealing new documentary could redefine our understanding of the pop icon. But you will probably never get to see it.22 hours ago -
NBC News - Politics
Harris is trying to cut into Trump's edge on the economy. It could decide the election.
Kamala Harris is looking to neutralize a glaring vulnerability that has jeopardized her prospects since she replaced Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee: voter frustration with high prices.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
BBC News - Top stories
Chinese giant Chery could build cars in UK
Chery is weighing up the possibility of building cars in the UK, according to a senior executive.Yesterday - China -
Financial Times - World
Rail renationalisation won’t boost UK growth
Given the backdrop, the Treasury is unlikely to give rail the funding it needs to improve punctuality or hold down faresYesterday - United Kingdom -
CNBC - Business
Yellen says U.S. economy remains solid, on path to 'soft landing' with no meaningful layoffs
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said in August that the U.S. economy might be ready for an interest rate cut.Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Jordan Love injury: Who is Sean Clifford? Get to know Packers practice squad QB who may be elevated to roster
Love is reportedly set to miss time with an MCL sprainYesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
‘We’re happily married, mediocre gay men’: We’re 58, earn $160,000 and saved $2.2 million. We grew up poor. Our families treat us like ATMs. Are we OK?
“Our relatives are very poor, and our acquaintances are either single men getting by paycheck-to-paycheck, very successful professionals or trust-fund babies.”Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Starmer visit 'moment for reset' of UK-Ireland relations
Labour leader is the first British prime minister to visit the Republic of Ireland in five years.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - World
CIA Chief Says Fresh Peace Proposal for Israel and Hamas Is Expected in Days
In unusually blunt terms, CIA Director William Burns urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar to accept a soon-to-be proposed cease-fire agreement and end the ...Yesterday - Israel -
The Hill - Politics
When can customers expect the next Costco price hike?
When can customers expect the next price hike? The former CFO had previously laid out a possible timeline.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Activist Ancora joins investors’ calls for a strategic review at Forward Air. Here’s what may happen next
Ancora joined a chorus of activist investors who are pushing Forward Air for a strategic review.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Europe's economy survived 'terrible prophecies' but must now tackle trade with China: EU's Gentiloni
After surviving the "terrible prophecies," Europe's economy must face the challenges of the war in Ukraine and trade ties with China, EU's Paolo Gentiloni says.2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Women just broke a job-market record. That may be a warning sign.
Friday’s jobs report showed a cooling labor market. But hiding in the data was one record-breaking stat about women in the workforce.2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Decaying jobs market overtakes inflation as U.S. economy’s biggest threat
Lingering inflation was the chief threat to the U.S. economy just a few months ago. Now it’s a rapidly cooling jobs market.2 days ago -
The New York Times - World
Online Credit Unions Offering High Interest Rates on Savings May Be Fakes
Ontario’s financial regulator has issued warnings about three websites illegally claiming to be credit unions, but it is powerless to close them.2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Unlocking the potential of Africa’s creative economy
Investing in the film industry can redefine the continent’s narrative2 days ago -
NBC News - Politics
What to expect from a Kamala Harris debate: From the Politics Desk
Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the campaign trail, the White House ...2 days ago - Kamala Harris -
The New York Times - World
Typhoon Yagi Expected to Strengthen Before Hitting Vietnam
Yagi, one of 2024’s strongest storms, hit the southern Chinese island of Hainan on Friday. It is forecast to make landfall in Vietnam on Saturday.2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Blinken visits Dominican Republic as talks with president focus on economy and Haiti
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader have met behind closed doors to discuss human rights, economic prosperity and regional security2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Lamar Jackson's kryptonite may be more than just the Chiefs
Jackson’s performance suggested that he’s still being counted on to be Superman at a time when the offense is supposed to be protecting him with more balance. We'll see if it was a Week 1 anomaly.3 days ago - NFL