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4 dead as storms slam Houston again; hundreds of thousands lose power
The Houston Mayor's Office confirmed to CBS News that there were at least four weather-related deaths from the storms.CBS News - Top stories -
Deere’s stock slides after agriculture equipment maker again lowers guidance
Deere & Co. Inc.’s stock tumbled 3.5% early Thursday, after the maker of agricultural and construction machinery posted better-than-expected earnings for its fiscal second quarter but offered guidance that fell short of estimates.MarketWatch - Business -
Cannabis stocks rise as U.S. moves to reclassify pot as less dangerous
Cannabis companies including Cresco Labs, Trulieve and Ayr Wellness post solid gainsMarketWatch - Business -
Gold Prices Rise as U.S. Inflation Data Boosts Rate Cut Hopes
Gold rose on renewed hopes for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts, after U.S. inflation eased slightly in April in line with expectations.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Dow Futures Edge Lower After 40000 Milestone
Stock futures edged lower after the Dow crossed 40000 for the first time in the previous session, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both ended within striking distance of new records.The Wall Street Journal - World -
‘We get punched hard, get up and go again’: Jürgen Klopp on love, leadership and Liverpool
Before his final game, the manager reflects on an Anfield career that delivered seven major trophies and made him a club legend. Firstly, how do you reflect on the past eight and a half years? It is so rare in this industry that you can create ...The Guardian - World -
Technology stocks are once again leading the way in 2024. Why these ETFs tell a different story.
U.S. stocks are rallying in 2024, but some of the most popular ETFs tracking key sectors haven’t kept pace, leading to significant gaps between their returns and the indexes they are designed to mirror.MarketWatch - Business -
What I Got Wrong in a Decade of Predicting the Future of Tech
Over nearly 500 articles, I’ve made plenty of mistakes. Here are five big lessons those blown calls and boneheaded pronouncements have taught me along the way.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
Grant's Take: Retail Sales Don't Point to Rate Cut Just Yet
Walmart earnings give a different signal than what the latest Commerce Department data delivered.The Wall Street Journal - World -
You Can't Always Get What You Want
Christians choose Trump for his policies, not for his religious standing.The Wall Street Journal - World -
What happened to Minnesota? An entire mindset gets tested
Mike Conley helped change the Timberwolves' mentality this season, but the Nuggets now have them on the brink of elimination.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
What Getting Shot in the U.S. Taught Me About the Dehumanization of Palestinians
The dehumanization of Palestinians has become a norm.The New York Times - Top stories -
U.S. citizen accused of helping North Korean IT workers infiltrate U.S. companies
Prosecutors said some of the affected companies were Fortune 500 corporations, including a major TV network, a defense company, and a car maker.CBS News - Top stories -
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.2%
The WSJ Dollar Index was up 0.2% to 99.16 — snapping a three-trading-day losing streak.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Take-Two reports FYQ4 bookings of $1.35B as GTA VI gets fall 2025 launch window
Take-Two reported results for its fourth fiscal quarter ended March 31, with bookings hitting $1.35 billion, down 3% from a year ago.VentureBeat - Tech -
'UnStuck' Review: Stuckey's, Back on the Road Again
For cheap gas, hot dogs, pecan rolls and Davy Crockett hats, Stuckey’s was a familiar waystation on midcentury car trips. Can it be revived?The Wall Street Journal - World -
X factor: Schauffele (62) again ties major mark
Xander Schauffele broke the PGA Championship scoring record and tied the mark for any major, seizing on the rain-softened conditions at Valhalla with a 9-under 62 to set the early target.ESPN - Sports -
HMRC warned again on poor customer service
Extra government funding for tax authority is not enough, say expertsFinancial Times - World -
Retailers' Shelves Are Attractive Again. At Least for Skechers.
Footwear and apparel brand Skechers USA is getting a boost from its retail partner sales after more than a year of sluggish results in that category.The Wall Street Journal - World -
PIGS Are Flying Again. Can they Stay Aloft?
Portugal, Italy, Greece and Spain are now doing better than Germany and France, in a surprising reversal of post-2011 fortunes in the eurozone. But much of it might be catch-up growth.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Despite Inflation Concerns, Markets Keep Rising
Stocks on both sides of the Atlantic set records as investors foresee interest rates moving in one direction: down.The New York Times - Business -
Comex Gold Settles Lower, Silver Rises
Gold settled 0.4% lower, snapping a two-session winning streak, and silver rose 0.5%, up for a third consecutive session.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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Alibaba Shares Rise as Investors Grow Confident in Outlook
The e-commerce giant’s shares rose in Hong Kong, recouping losses from a day earlier as investors turned upbeat on its latest earnings release.The Wall Street Journal - World -
I’d hate to be learning English again. Apostrophes are a nightmare | Adrian Chiles
Spell unlikely words, cram them into sentences: there must be a better way for kids to get the measure of a language. The mice’s nest was under the floorboards. The geese’s pond was smelly. There, I’ve done it. I’ve put two words, possessives I ...The Guardian - World -
Simone Biles is stepping into the Olympic spotlight again. She is better prepared for the pressure
Gymnastics star Simone Biles says she is better equipped to handle the challenges that await as she prepares for a third OlympicsABC News - Sports -
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As Teen Employee Numbers Rise, So Do Risks of Harassment on the Job
The throng of Gen Z youth new to the workplace face increased risks of sexual harassment at work--a crime officials and prosecutors are warning employers to address.Inc. - Business -
Oil prices rise as crude inventories fall and U.S. inflation eases
West Texas Intermediate and Brent are flat for the week. The contracts have lost 4% and 5.8%, respectively, for the month.CNBC - Business -
Haiti's crisis rises to the forefront of elections in neighboring Dominican Republic
As soaring violence and political turmoil grip neighboring Haiti, the Dominican Republic will hold elections Sunday that have been defined by calls for more crackdowns on migrants and finishing a border wall dividing the countriesABC News - World -
Big rise in diseases linked to ageing and lifestyle increases healthcare burden
Findings on ‘metabolic risk factors’ reflect shift in biggest threats since start of 21st centuryFinancial Times - Business -
Lawmakers Fear A Wave of Election Threats Tied to the Rise of Generative AI
Some small businesses are stepping up to help protect ballot boxes and preserve faith in the electoral process.Inc. - Business -
Oil Prices Rise on Positive Inflation Data, Stockpile Falls
Oil prices rose, with positive sentiment supported by positive economic data and a fall in inventories.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Dow Jones trades above 40,000 for first time, but fails to achieve milestone
The Dow Jones Industrial Average trades above 40,000 for first time ever on Thursday, but fails to finish above the milestone.MarketWatch - Business