Vanguard says shareholders can vote for profits over ESG issues

Asset manager gives investors greater say on proxy votes as it tries to navigate backlash to ‘woke’ policies

Business - Financial Times - 16 hours ago

Verizon's Takeover of Frontier Communications Wins Shareholder Support

The $9.6 billion deal would expand Verizon’s fiber network to a size that would rival major competitors such as AT&T and Comcast.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 5 days ago

How important was health, reproductive care in the election? Not very, say experts

Despite concerns about the future of the Affordable Care Act and abortion rights, health care was not a major voting issue in this election, experts tell ABC News.

Meta Platforms Defeats Shareholder Lawsuit Over Child Safety Claims

The plaintiffs said Meta misled them about how it makes Instagram and Facebook safe for younger users. A federal judge in San Francisco disagreed.

Business - Inc. - October 23

In Botswana’s Election, Diamond Profits Are a Defining Issue

The party that has governed the country since 1966 could lose power as the economy struggles from a slump in demand for diamonds, which made Botswana an African success story.

World - The New York Times - October 29

Starboard Value's Jeff Smith says Salesforce has 'a lot more to go' and can increase profitability

Salesforce has become more profitable in the past few years, but one activist investor says there's more for the software company to do.

Business - CNBC - October 22

Michigan's election results could depend on these voting issues

Many voters in Michigan, a key batteground state in the 2024 presidential election, are weighing labor issues, the economy and Israel's war in the Gaza Strip as they cast their Election Day ballot. ...

They skipped voting in 2020. Here’s what Trump & Harris can say to win them in 2024

As part of the Deciders Focus Group, voters who sat out 2020 but plan to vote in 2024, talk about their views on Trump, Harris and how they could still be won over. This focus group was produced in ...

Politics - NBC News - October 25

Vance says Trump campaign 'can make a good case to women,' but won't tell them how to vote

Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio), former President Trump’s running mate, said the GOP ticket will try to sell its agenda to women but said that, ultimately, female voters will decide how to vote. In an ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

Supreme Court says Pennsylvania voters who mailed defective ballots can vote in person

The Supreme Court is allowing Pennsylvania voters who sent mail-in ballots that were flagged as being potentially defective to submit a separate provisional in-person ballot.

ADM Discloses More Accounting Issues, Cuts Profit Outlook

The agriculture company disclosed more accounting problems and will amend some past financial results while slashing its profit forecast for the year.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 5

Ahold Delhaize Net Profit Misses Market Views, Issues Buyback

The Dutch grocer outlined a share buyback program, despite reporting a worse-than-expected fall in third-quarter net profit.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

ESG Roundup: Market Talk

Find insight on energy demand in Southeast Asia, Australia’s net zero target and more in the latest Market Talks covering ESG Impact Investing.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 22

Brady issues warning over football regulator plans

The government's proposed new football regulator would create a "closed shop" of top sides, West Ham United vice chair Karren Brady warns peers as the Football Governance Bill is debated in ...

'I'm not a one-issue voter, but this is huge': Women on how abortion shaped their vote

It is the first presidential election since the top court overturned Roe v Wade, which protected the nationwide right to an abortion.

In states without abortion on the ballot, the issue is still driving votes

Most states with abortion bans don't allow citizen-led ballot measures. But abortion rights supporters are still finding ways to push for change.

Vote counting begins in Arizona as key issues drive voters to the polls

In Arizona, early vote counts are underway in a high-stakes battleground, where immigration, economic policy, and reproductive rights are top of mind for voters. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.

Google fixes 'where to vote' issue in Harris, Vance searches

Google said Tuesday it fixed an error that was causing a “where to vote” panel to appear when searching for Vice President Harris and Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio). The search giant said the panel was ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Spurs, Liverpool eye Larsson

Liverpool, Spurs and Arsenal are monitoring the progress of Frankfurt midfielder Hugo Larsson. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Sports - ESPN - November 9

Karma comes for Boeing’s shareholders

Nearly a fifth of total shares will soon be owned by participants in a giant capital raise

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Eagles' Hurts limited by ankle issue, says coach

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was limited in practice this week while dealing with an ankle issue, coach Nick Sirianni said Friday.

Sports - ESPN - November 8

Trump asks arch protectionist Lighthizer to run US trade policy

Tariff hawk’s potential reappointment to top economy role likely to alarm trading partners

Business - Financial Times - November 8

US top diplomat issues warning to Israel over Gaza aid

Antony Blinken has told Israel there may be consequences if more aid does not flow to civilians in northern Gaza.

Wise chief executive fined £350,000 over ‘tax issues’

UK financial regulator says Kristo Käärmann breached conduct rules but clears him to continue in his job

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Rodri: No issue with Viní Jr over Ballon d'Or sunb

Rodri has said he has no problem with Vinícius Júnior and Real Madrid after they boycotted the Ballon d'Or ceremony.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

Netflix’s Streaming Issues Create Concerns Over N.F.L. Broadcasts

The Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight was horrible, and so was the streaming experience for many viewers, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - Yesterday

Nomura profits surge as chief takes pay cut over trading scandal

Japan’s biggest investment bank and brokerage beats expectations but is still dogged by controversy

Business - Financial Times - November 1

Mali’s junta escalates fight with mining groups over profit share

Resolute Mining chief and colleagues held as junta want greater share of gold producers’ profits

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Swinney blocked from voting over name snafu

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he was not allowed to vote on Election Day; there will be a Friday hearing to resolve the issue.

Sports - ESPN - November 5

Harris, Trump issue appeal to Americans abroad in bid for more votes in tight race

Nearly 5 million Americans living abroad are eligible to vote from overseas, representing a small but unique group that could influence the results in key swing states. While participation among ...

Politics - The Hill - November 2

Paddington Bear gets a British passport

Film-makers asked for a passport to be used in the famous bear's new movie, Paddington in Peru.

FAFSA rollout is 'on track,' despite remaining unresolved issues, Education Department says

The full launch of the 2025-26 FAFSA is on track for December 1 despite ongoing issues, the Education Department said.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna says party needs "to be emphasizing the economic issues"

After President-elect Donald Trump won the White House and Republicans are poised to take control of the Senate, Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the ...

Rep. Ro Khanna says Democrats need "to be emphasizing the economic issues"

Rep. Ro Khanna said Democrats "need to be emphasizing the economic issues" after bruising defeats in the 2024 election.

Bank Holiday airport chaos made worse by password issue, report says

An air traffic control engineer was unable to fix a major fault from home, a report says.

British Airways says 'tech issue' resolved after delays

Passengers had reported delays, but the airline says flights were not cancelled.

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