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World - The Guardian
‘They tried to rob us’: Georgia stun No 1 Texas on first trip to Austin since 1958
No 5 Georgia upset No 1 Texas 30-15 in Austin Bulldogs have won three straight since Alabama loss Trevor Etienne ran for three touchdowns, the first two set up by cornerback Daylen Everette’s ...4 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
College football winners, losers in Week 8: Close isn't good enough for USC, Indiana continues to dominate
The Sooners made their case as the worst team in the SEC, while the Hoosiers are emerging as a Big Ten threat4 days ago - College Football -
Sports - ABC News
Norris on pole for US Grand Prix after Verstappen wins sprint race as they restart F1 title fight
McLaren’s Lando Norris edged Red Bull’s Max Verstappen for the pole at the United States Grand Prix on Saturday4 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. budget deficit in fiscal 2024 swells to third-highest level on record
The federal budget deficit for fiscal 2024 was $1.8 trillion, up 8% from a year ago, as the government’s spending continued to swamp revenue.5 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
10-year Treasury yield slips from highest level since July after housing starts drop
Long-dated Treasury yields slipped from their highest levels in more than two months on Friday but ended the week little changed, after data showed new-home construction dipped in September.5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Teen tobacco use falls to 25-year-low, CDC reports
American teen tobacco use has fallen to a 25-year-low, according to new data analyzed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that was ...6 days ago -
Health - ABC News
Whooping cough is at a decade-high level in US
U.S. health officials say whooping cough is at its highest level in a decade for this time of year6 days ago -
Health - ABC News
Teen smoking and other tobacco use drop to lowest level in 25 years, CDC reports
Teen smoking hit an all-time low in the U.S. this year6 days ago -
Health - ABC News
CDC reports teen smoking and other tobacco use dropped to lowest level in 25 years
CDC reports teen smoking and other tobacco use dropped to lowest level in 25 years6 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
30-year Treasury yield ends at highest since July after retail-sales, jobless data point to strong economy
U.S. government debt sold off on Thursday, sending Treasury yields up from their lowest levels in almost two weeks, after data on retail sales and jobless claims pointed to ongoing strength in the ...6 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Rickie Fowler continues to find form during FedEx Cup Fall with 66 in Round 1 at Shriners Children's Open
Following a disappointing regular season, Fowler has flashed signs of quality in his first two starts of the fall6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
US hits Houthis with precision strikes on weapon facilities in Yemen
The U.S. announced late Wednesday that it had conducted multiple strikes on Yemen’s Houthi rebel group, targeting its underground bunkers with stealth bombers. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said ...October 17 -
Business - CNBC
Bitcoin hits highest level since July, boosting other coins and crypto-related stocks
The price of bitcoin neared $68,400 on Wednesday, its highest since July, sparking a rally in other cryptocurrencies and related equities.October 17 - Crypto -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
The stock market has flashed a sell signal not seen since February 2021, Bank of America says
Bank of America said "froth" is on the rise as investors aggressively invest in a stock market that's cruising at record highs.October 16 -
World - ABC News
Zeta drug lord continued to control cartel from inside a Mexican prison, says US indictment
A U.S. indictment unsealed in the District of Columbia claims that the leader of one of Mexico's most violent gangs continued to control an offshoot group, the Northeast Cartel, from inside a ...October 16 -
Business - CNBC
U.S. crude oil falls below $71 per barrel, continuing sell-off
Israel reportedly told the U.S. that it will not strike Iran's oil facilities.October 16 -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Hollywood production falls below strike levels as reality TV takes massive hit
Production levels in the Greater Los Angeles area in the third quarter of 2024 were 5% lower than they were during the strikes, according to FilmLA.October 16 -
Business - MarketWatch
Trump’s improving election odds have powered bitcoin to its highest level since July
Bitcoin was posting further gains on Wednesday, reaching as high as $68,390 — its loftiest level since July 29.October 16 - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
Weekly mortgage demand tanks 17%, after interest rates hit the highest level since August
Mortgage interest rates rose last week for the third straight week, hitting the highest level since August.October 16 - Mortgage -
World - Financial Times
Premier Inn owner hit by falling demand for UK budget hotels
Whitbread profits slip as data suggests travellers are trading up to more expensive optionsOctober 16 - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
Luxury goods shares fall as China slowdown hits LVMH
Owner of Louis Vuitton and Dior brands reports 16% drop in third-quarter sales in Asia excluding JapanOctober 16 - China -
World - The Guardian
UK inflation falls below 2% for first time since 2021 in boost to Rachel Reeves
Surprise annual drop to 1.7% in September raises chance of interest rate cuts, increasing budget leeway. UK inflation surprise opens up wriggle room for lower rates and less painful budget ...October 16 - United Kingdom -
World - ABC News
UK inflation falls to lowest level in over 3 years, cementing expectations for another rate cut
Inflation in the U.K. has fallen to its lowest level in more than three years, a drop that has cemented market expectations that the Bank of England will lower interest rates at its next policy ...October 16 - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Odds of November interest rate cut jump as UK inflation drops to 1.7% – business live
UK inflation drops below 2% target in September , weakening pound and raising chances of an interest rate cut in November. Today’s report shows that prices in the UK are rising a little slower than ...October 16 - United Kingdom -
Top stories - NBC News
Eli Lilly to trial use of weight loss drugs to combat unemployment in U.K.
U.S. pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly is exploring whether obesity drugs could be used to curb joblessness after signing a major investment deal with the U.K.October 16 -
Sports - ESPN
USMNT falls to Mexico for first time since 2019
Raúl Jiménez scored a goal and assisted on another to lead Mexico to a 2-0 friendly victory over the United States on Tuesday night in Guadalajara, Mexico.October 16 - Mexico -
World - Financial Times
EU markets watchdog pushes for extra cyber defences in new crypto rules
Esma asks for amendment to tighten regulation with demand for external audits of defences against hackersOctober 16 - European Union -
World - The Guardian
US election live: Trump holds rally in Atlanta after Georgia sees record first day of early voting
More than 250,000 voters cast ballots on day one of in-person early voting. Don’t miss important election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election alerts Joe Biden is in his home ...October 16 - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
Eli Lilly to trial use of weight loss drugs to combat unemployment in UK
U.S. pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly is exploring whether obesity drugs could be used to curb joblessness after signing a major investment deal with the U.K.October 15 -
Top stories - BBC News
Interest rate cut hopes raised as wage growth slows
Expectations of a rate cut next month increase as pay growth slows to its lowest rate for more than two years.October 15 -
World - The Guardian
Ofcom urged to act after US firm claims Roblox is ‘paedophile hellscape’
Campaigners say watchdog must ensure Online Safety Act is rigorous enough, after allegations about gaming platform. Child safety campaigners have urged the UK communications watchdog to make a ...October 15 -
Business - Inc.
How to Deal With AI Job Applications
The use of AI by job seekers has increased recently–a symptom of a broken recruiting system. Is there hope that the job search and hiring process will get any better?October 14 -
Sports - CBS Sports
Daniel Jones' prime-time struggles continue vs. Bengals: Giants QB with worst record under lights since 1970
Jones has another chance to end his prime-time struggles vs. CowboysOctober 14 - NFL