Wages Are Rising at Small Firms, But Employment Isn't
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Sports - The New York Times
Rising N.F.L. Prospects That Could Be Surprise First-Rounders
The Athletic’s draft expert breaks down three non-quarterback college stars who have generated a buzz among league scouts.4 hours ago - NFL -
Business - CNBC
Activist firm Mantle Ridge has $1 billion-plus stake in Air Products
Air Products shares are badly underperforming the S&P 500 for a second straight year, and the company has suffered from leadership upheaval.8 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
A Ford EV Became an Essential Part of This Small Business’ Hurricane Survival Plan
Dr. Erica Lacher used her electric vehicle battery to run her veterinary clinic after Hurricane Helene, a boost for both humans and horses.9 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
U.S. Employers Add 254,000 Jobs in September as Economic Growth Remains Solid
U.S. employers added 254,000 jobs in September, a sign that economic growth remained solid. The unemployment rate fell to 4.1 percent.10 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Port strike ends as workers agree to tentative deal on wages and contract extension
The strike was the first by the ILA since 1977, and it impacted port operations at 36 different ports, including the 10 busiest ports in North America.13 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
How States Are Enticing Employers to Help Their Workers Save for College
With college costs high, at least eight states now offer tax credits or deductions for employers that contribute to workers’ 529 accounts.13 hours ago -
Sports - ABC News
Under MLB's new playoff format, a little rest isn't always the best
Shohei Ohtani has mashed 100 mph fastballs for homers, stolen bases against some of the game’s best catchers and recently wrapped up one of the best regular seasons in Major League Baseball history14 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Port Strike Suspended After Dockworkers’ Union Receives New Wage Offer
The International Longshoremen’s Association received a new wage offer and will halt its walkout at East and Gulf Coast ports, which began Tuesday.15 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Employers added 254,000 jobs in September, blowing away forecasts
Wall Street is watching the labor market for signs of slower hiring, which could influence the Federal Reserve's next rate decision.17 hours ago -
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Business - CNBC
Middle-class wages aren't keeping up. Some economists say policy is suppressing pay growth
As of June, two-thirds of middle-income households said they believed their income was falling behind the cost of living, according to a survey by Primerica.19 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Is Miller Moss taking too many hits? Lincoln Riley isn't too concerned
Miller Moss proved his toughness against Wisconsin, but the USC quarterback is being exposed to a high level of punishment from opposing Big Ten teams.19 hours ago -
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Business - The New York Times
The Pandemic Small Business Boom Is Still Helping to Fuel the Economy
A record surge in new businesses has helped drive job growth, and could have longer-term benefits.20 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
European shipping firm shares drop as dockworkers temporarily end U.S. port strikes
Europe’s top shipping firms would have benefited from a more prolonged strike in U.S. ports that would have let them capture a larger share of global trade21 hours ago -
Tech - ABC News
Collapse of national security elites' cyber firm leaves bitter wake
IronNet, a cybersecurity startup, had promised it would combat hackers using a unique blend of expertise and software23 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Can Zuckerberg rise above the US political fray?
Meta chief seeks neutral stance ahead of US election but critics argue he is placating critics such as TrumpYesterday -
World - ABC News
A gang in Haiti has killed more than 20 and injured dozens after raiding a small town, official says
Gang members have attacked a small town in central Haiti and killed killing more than 20 people, including children, according to a human rights groupYesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Dockworkers on East and Gulf Coast to return to work after reaching agreement on wages
Thousands of dockworkers on the East Coast and Gulf Coast will return to work after reaching a tentative agreement on wages, ending one of the biggest work stoppages in decades.Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
The Falcons' offense isn't working. Can it be fixed? Why it starts -- but doesn't end -- with Kirk Cousins
Cousins doesn't look right. Kyle Pitts can't get open. What's wrong with the Falcons' offense, and can it be fixed?Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
KAT traded to Knicks, Draymond isn't worried & WNBA Playoffs | Good Word with Goodwill
Vincent Goodwill is joined by Isis "Ice" Young to go through some big NBA news ahead of the start of preseason and to catch us up on the WNBA playoffs.Yesterday - WNBA -
Business - MarketWatch
Oil prices turn higher for the year on risks to crude flow in the Middle East
Oil futures finished higher for a third straight session on Thursday, prompting prices to turn higher for the year, as traders awaited Israel’s response to a missile barrage earlier this week by ...Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
Chaos is building for shippers as U.S. port strike continues and costs rise
As the strike at ports enters its third day, cargo containers are stranded at the wrong terminals or at sea, and ocean carrier charges are starting to mount.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Constellation Brands books large loss on wine and spirits, but beer sales rise
Constellation Brands’s stock fell Thursday, after the parent of Modelo and Corona beer brands beat adjusted profit expectations, but only after excluding a large non-cash loss booked for writing ...Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
These Small-Business Sectors Are at Greater Risk of Cybercrime, Report Says
Certain industries may be more in the cross hairs of cybercriminals than others, especially smaller companies in a few key sectors, says IBM’s annual security report.Yesterday -
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Business - Financial Times
Anglo American chief says not ‘inevitable’ buyer will emerge after group slims down
Wanblad plays down prospects of new bid after failed BHP takeover attemptYesterday -
World - Financial Times
Small but important steps in EU-UK relations
Also in this week’s newsletter: the apprenticeship levy and its failure to help the young into workYesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Miami Dolphins close to becoming first NFL team to sell stake to private-equity firm
Ares Management and Alibaba chair Joe Tsai are reportedly in talks to buy minority stakes in the team.Yesterday - NFL -
Business - CNBC
CNBC's Inside India newsletter: The 'sticky' outsourcing firms on the rise
Inside India looks at the growing trend in outsourcing research and development to India, and how India will fabricate its first microchip in two years.Yesterday - India -
Top stories - BBC News
Sharp rise in vaping among young adults who've never smoked
A million adults have started vaping despite never having been regular smokers, scientists estimate.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Rising violence in the Middle East as Rosh Hashanah begins
Overnight, at least seven Hezbollah members were killed in an Israeli strike that hit Beirut. It comes after Israel's military said eight soldiers were killed amid intense fighting with Hezbollah ...Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
Latina wage gap widens to $1.3 million for full-time and part-time workers
Latinas working full time, year-round were typically paid just 58 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men.Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Eurozone house prices rise for first time in more than a year
Annual increase of 1.3% in second quarter points to gradual recovery of region’s housing marketYesterday -
Tech - GameSpot
Shigeru Miyamoto Isn't Credited On Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom, A First For The Series
Zelda creator Shigeru Miyamoto has slowly withdrawn from active game development as the years go by, but The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom may mark a major step in that journey as the first ...Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
California’s $20 Fast-Food Minimum Wage Is a Win-Win-Win, Research Says
A study by UC Berkeley economists says the state’s mandated hourly minimum pay hike increased worker income, but left employment and menu price levels largely unchanged.2 days ago - California