Why Trump’s running mate choice could matter for oil companies, banks, tech and other sectors
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Business - Inc.
Helene Destroyed a Town That’s the Source of Quartz for Most Tech Products
Spruce Pine, North Carolina, is known for producing the high-quality mineral used in most computer chips, solar panels and fiber optics. It was largely flattened by floods after the storm.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Caf general secretary accused of suspicious payments to Swiss bank accounts
Véron Mosengo-Omba investigated for fraud and forgery Case could ‘seriously tarnish Switzerland’s reputation’ The general secretary of the Confederation of African Football (Caf) has been ...2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Digital bank Revolut slams Meta over approach to scams, says tech giant should compensate victims
British fintech Revolut criticized Meta over its approach to tackling fraud and said the U.S. tech giant should directly compensate fraud victims.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Pro-choice Catholics protest at Vatican after abortion left off summit agenda
Quilt featuring stories of Catholic women who have had terminations unfurled outside event hosted by the Pope. A vibrantly coloured, 15-metre-long quilt woven with stories of Catholic women who ...2 days ago - Abortion -
Top stories - CBS News
Port strike could drive prices of food and other goods up
The dockworkers strike that's affecting ports from Boston to Houston is now in its third day with no deal in sight. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more on what the ...2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Could Trump Really Use the Justice Department to Lock Up His Enemies?
In a survey of 50 members of the D.C. legal establishment, many warn that Trump could follow through on his threats to prosecute his political adversaries.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
US bans steel, artificial sweetener imports from Chinese companies over forced labor allegations
The Department of Homeland Security announced Wednesday it will no longer import steel or artificial sweeteners from two companies based in China due to their alleged use of forced labor. The ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Spider lovers scurry to Colorado as tarantula mating season gets under way
Hundreds of arachnophiles flock to La Junta to watch the creatures emerge in droves and look for love on the plains. Love is in the air on the Colorado plains – the kind that makes your heart ...2 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Amazon, Target and other retailers are ramping up hiring for the holiday shopping season
U.S. retailers are ramping up hiring for the holiday season but expect to take on fewer seasonal employees to help customers in stores and assemble online orders in warehouses2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Pound slides as Bank of England chief says it could be ‘more aggressive’ in cutting rates
The pound fell sharply Thursday after Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said the central bank could be more aggressive in cutting borrowing costs if inflation remained benign.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Women’s T20 World Cup: Scotland slip to 16-run defeat by Bangladesh
Bangladesh, 119-7, beat Scotland, 103-7, by 16 runs Sarah Bryce left stranded unbeaten on 49 Sarah Bryce’s unbeaten 49 was not enough to get Scotland over the line as they started their debut ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Libya restarts oil production after political crisis
Resumption helps allay concerns over potential disruption from Middle East conflict2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Walz, Vance stump for running mates after VP debate
Tim Walz and JD Vance were back on the campaign trail Wednesday making their cases for their running mates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, in the wake of Tuesday's vice presidential debate. CBS ...2 days ago -
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Top stories - BBC News
Interest rate cuts could be more aggressive, Bank of England governor says
Governor Andrew Bailey hints that borrowing costs could come down faster if inflation stays in line.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Why OpenAI is becoming a for-profit business
OpenAI’s plans to restructure as a for-profit business mark a significant departure from its roots as a non-profit research lab grounded in a commitment to build artificial intelligence (AI) to ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
What a Middle East oil price shock could mean for US consumers
A worst-case scenario for the market could send prices spiralling into the triple digits2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Can London make itself at home on the South Bank?
The creation of this centre of culture in the capital was a postwar triumph. Now, new residential developments hope to build upon the regeneration that the Festival of Britain ignited2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
The conflicted investment case for defence tech
There’s a bull market for the fast-changing sector but investing and innovating in weapons carries risks2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Why do so many LGBTQ+ people still have to snatch moments of affection when we know others aren’t looking? | Sophie Wilkinson
When less than half of us feel safe holding our partner’s hand in public, true equality is still out of reach. You can’t move for representations of LGBTQ+ people now, apparently. There are many of ...2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Trump Could Punish His Enemies
We look at why legal experts are concerned.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Couple killed by tree during Helene found hugging each other
Marcia and Jerry Savage are among the more than 180 people who died in one of the deadliest storms in U.S. history.2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Should banks make money from your financial data?
Some companies are already planning targeted marketing2 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Trump and Harris Want to Revive Manufacturing, but How Much Could They Actually Do?
The policy focus on the industry has changed from job quantity to job quality. And while federal incentives matter, local factors are more important.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Wall Street Journal
CAC 40 Slips On French Government Proposal to Raise Taxes on Big Companies
France’s CAC 40 index was down 1.1% in early morning trading on the news of a government plan to raise taxes on large companies, share buybacks and individuals on high incomes.2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Quarter pole check in: Why running backs are valued again in the NFL
Talented tailbacks are running roughshod through the league in the early season. Also: Nico Collins is entering the top tier of wideouts.2 days ago - NFL