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Labor market is not ‘flashing red,’ two top Fed officials say
Two top Federal Reserve officials on Monday said that they don’t think the labor market is weakening dangerously — but the risk of further softening called for last week’s half-point cut in the ...Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
How to find great returns on cash after the Fed cut: Rates won't 'go from awesome to awful overnight,' expert says
Even after the Federal Reserve pushed interest rates lower this week, experts say cash savers should shop around for the best returns.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Lebanon says 180 people killed, 700 hurt as Israel intensifies bombing campaign
The Israeli military on Monday warned civilians in southern Lebanon to move away from Hezbollah position and said it was intensifying attacks on its neighbor as the region lurched closer to an ...Yesterday - Israel -
Inc. - Business
How Preppy Cult Brands Captured the Imaginations and Wallets of Female Consumers
How many Stanley cups, Bogg Bags, and Kendra Scott necklaces does anyone need? Apparently, as many as you can buy.Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Semien's RBI single gives the Rangers a 6-5 walk-off win over the wild card-chasing Mariners
Marcus Semien lined a game-ending single into the left field corner to score Leody Taveras as the Texas Rangers rallied from a five-run deficit for a 6-5 winYesterday - MLB -
CBS Sports - Sports
Jerry Jones says Cowboys 'couldn't afford Derrick Henry' after Ravens RB runs all over Dallas
The Cowboys delayed extensions for other players and a lack of focus on the running back position has backfired so far2 days ago - NFL -
CBS Sports - Sports
Antonio Pierce says some Raiders players made 'business decisions' in Week 3 loss to Panthers
The Raiders coach is calling out some players after a blowout loss to Carolina2 days ago - NFL -
ABC News - Sports
Tigers gain ground in AL wild card race as Carpenter, Meadows key 4-3 win over Orioles
Kerry Carpenter homered twice, Parker Meadows made a home run-saving grab and the surging Detroit Tigers moved into a tie for the second American League wild card with a 4-3 victory over the ...2 days ago - MLB -
BBC News - Top stories
Four dead and 18 hurt in Alabama mass shooting
Police say the shooting may have been part of a murder-for-hire plot targeting one person, who was killed.2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
How resilient is the US consumer?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead2 days ago -
ABC News - Tech
Cards Against Humanity sues Elon Musk's SpaceX over alleged trespassing in Texas
The maker of the popular party game Cards Against Humanity is accusing Elon Musk’s SpaceX of trespassing on and damaging a plot of vacant land the company owns in Texas3 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Elon Musk's SpaceX sued by Cards Against Humanity over alleged trespassing in Texas
The company is asking for $15 million in damages, which it says includes a loss of vegetation on the land.3 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Why Fed bets were so out of whack: Waller explains what put him ‘over the edge’ for a jumbo rate cut
Inflation might actually fall too far, the Fed governor says, opening the door wider for more half-point interest-rate cuts.3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
‘I had 3 offers over 11 months’: With the Fed’s 50-basis-point cut, will I finally be able to sell my house?
“It’s a momentous moment. Interest rates are finally declining.”3 days ago -
ABC News - World
Separatist rebels free New Zealand pilot who's been held hostage for over a year in Papua, Indonesian authorities say
Separatist rebels free New Zealand pilot who's been held hostage for over a year in Papua, Indonesian authorities say3 days ago -
ABC News - Tech
Google begins its defense in antitrust case alleging monopoly over ad technology
Google has opened its defense against allegations that it holds an illegal monopoly on online advertising technology with witness testimony saying the industry is vastly more complex and ...3 days ago - Google -
CNBC - Business
Fed Governor Waller says inflation softening faster than he expected put him in half-point-cut camp
Waller told CNBC that the data is showing core inflation in the Fed's preferred measure is running below 1.8%4 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
FTC sues prescription-drug middlemen over insulin prices, says drugmakers are also ‘on notice’
Pharmacy-benefit managers owned by CVS, Cigna and UnitedHealth “artificially inflated” prices for lifesaving medications, regulator alleges.4 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Ryan Reynolds credits his business success to 1 skill: It's a 'precious commodity' in any job, expert says
Ryan Reynolds says a simple skill connects his acting and business careers. It's a crucial element of success in any job.4 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Nokia Says German Court Ruled in its Favor Over Amazon Patent Dispute
Nokia had claimed the unauthorized use of its video-related technologies in streaming services and devices by Amazon.4 days ago - Germany -
The Guardian - World
Europe has questions to answer over migrant abuse in Tunisia, say MEPs and activists
EU Commission says it will be sending independent observers to the country to investigate allegations of human rights violations. The European Commission can no longer ignore mounting evidence of ...4 days ago - Europe -
Inc. - Business
FTC Chair Lina Khan Says Antitrust Regulations Help Small Businesses Too
At the Fast Company Innovation Festival, Khan said that monopolies aren't just a consumer rights issue.4 days ago -
CNBC - Business
American Airlines in talks to pick Citigroup over rival bank Barclays for crucial credit card deal, sources say
American has been working with banks and card networks on a new deal with the aim of consolidating its business with a single issuer, sources tell CNBC.4 days ago - Travel -
MarketWatch - Business
Stocks at risk of a bubble after Fed’s jumbo rate cut, BofA strategist says
One Bank of America strategist thinks the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest-rates by 50 basis points this week will ultimately end in tears for investors.4 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
'Painful' Budget warning spooks people's confidence
Some economists have linked a drop in consumer confidence to officials' warnings of a painful Budget.4 days ago -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Wall Street titan John Paulson defends Trump’s tariff talk
Also in today’s newsletter, S&P 500 hits record high and Amazon’s crackdown on remote work4 days ago