Yellen says U.S. economy remains solid, on path to 'soft landing' with no meaningful layoffs
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The New York Times - Business
Threats Against Haitians Land at the Doorstep of The Haitian Times
Racist emails. Swatting. Intimidated sources. The Haitian Times has been receiving some of the same threats that it has been covering in Springfield, Ohio.10 minutes ago -
The New York Times - Business
Has the Federal Reserve Pulled Off a Soft Landing?
Investors have sent stocks and bonds higher on expectations of a soft landing. But some Republicans think the central bank overstepped its bounds.25 minutes ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
U.S. leading-economic-indicators index drops for sixth straight month
The leading indicators for the U.S. economy sank 0.2% in August, the privately run Conference Board said Thursday. That is the sixth straight monthly decline.1 hour ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Israel Scored a Stunning Blow Against Hezbollah. Its Path to Victory Is Less Clear.
Whether the one-two punch against the militant group results in a decisive victory remains in question.2 hours ago - Israel -
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ABC News - Top stories
Biden to celebrate progress of American economy in Thursday remarks
In remarks on Thursday at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C., President Biden will celebrate the progress of the American economy, but stop short of declaring victory.5 hours ago - Joe Biden -
MarketWatch - Business
Harris has closed the gap with Trump on who would handle the economy better, new report says
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has caught up to Republican rival Donald Trump on the question of which of them is more trusted when it comes to handling the U.S. economy, according ...7 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
Ray Dalio says the Fed has a tough balancing act as the economy faces 'enormous amount of debt'
On Wednesday, Dalio listed debt, money and the economic cycle as one of the top five forces influencing the global economy.12 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Trump says half-point rate cut shows US economy is ‘very bad’
Former president adds that central bank could be ‘playing politics’ as it reduces interest rates ahead of election17 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
White House says U.S. was not involved in Lebanon device explosions
White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby addressed reports of exploding devices in Lebanon. Kirby said the U.S. was not involved in the deadly blasts and did not address ...19 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
How Fed rate cuts affect the global economy
Federal Reserve interest rate decisions can influence the trajectory of the U.S. economy and create spillover effects in parts of the global financial system.20 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Business
Boeing to Begin Temporary Layoffs Due to Strike
The aerospace giant said it would temporarily lay off tens of thousands of employees to stem losses from a walkout by the machinists’ union.22 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Christian Scott injury update: Mets rookie pitcher to undergo elbow surgery months after landing on IL
Scott was placed on the IL in July with a UCL strain23 hours ago - MLB -
NBC News - Top stories
Veterans wait 30 years on average for the U.S. to acknowledge toxic exposures, new report says
Army Staff Sgt. Mark Jackson kept a daily journal, documenting how he became permanently sickened while stationed at the Karshi-Khanabad Air Base in Uzbekistan in 2003.Yesterday -
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U.S. passports can now be renewed online, State Department says
The online system bypasses the traditional method that required printing out a form and mailing a check.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Blinken says U.S. was not involved in exploding pager incidents against Hezbollah
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the U.S. was not involved with and did not have advance knowledge of the alleged exploding pager attacks against Hezbollah that have killed at least 12 ...Yesterday -
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After Lebanon pager explosions, a messy global trail emerges
Gold Apollo electronics manufacturer in Taiwan said that it did not make the pagers used by members of Hezbollah that exploded simultaneously across Lebanon.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
This airport was ranked the most satisfying in the U.S.
If travel is about the journey as much as the destination, fly through this airport for a more satisfying trip.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Some young adults are embracing creative paths to home ownership
As the cost of homeownership increases, more young adults are turning to co-buying homes with friends or moving into multi-generational households.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
The U.S. economy is strong by one measure. Why the Fed is set to lower borrowing costs anyway.
A giddy Wall Street projects the Federal Reserve will dramatically reduce interest rates over the next year, even though the U.S. economy seems to be growing rapidly. Odd? Not at all, economists say.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Inflation holds steady despite jump in air fares
Lower fuel prices helped offset the higher cost of flying in the year to August.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
Biden Administration Extends Review Period for Nippon Takeover of U.S. Steel
U.S. Steel’s chief, David Burritt, expressed confidence on Tuesday that the sale of the American manufacturer to a Japanese owner would close “on its merits” despite bipartisan backlash.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Border encounters up slightly in August, but apprehensions remain low
Encounters at the southern border rose slightly in August, but apprehensions are still around their lowest level in four years, according to data from Customs and Border Protection. CBS News ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Remains of decapitated "vampire child" found in Poland, archaeologists say
Two recently unearthed children's skeletons showed characteristics of ancient anti-vampire burials meant to prevent the dead from exiting the grave,Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
Alaska Airlines Can Merge With Hawaiian Airlines, U.S. Says
The airlines agreed to maintain some routes and meet other conditions to secure the Transportation Department’s approval of their merger.Yesterday - Travel -
CBS News - Top stories
Trump touts World Liberty Financial crypto exchange, but questions remain
Trump said the U.S. should dominate the budding crypto sector, but he didn't disclose many details about his new exchange.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Smart money remains on Glasgow being a temporary Commonwealth Games fix | Sean Ingle
Nobody cares to play host to exorbitant mid-tier event and organisers are running out of time to convince otherwise. The last time the Commonwealth Games was staged, two years ago in Birmingham, ...Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Betting on U.S. Elections Undermines Confidence in Voting, Agency Says
TheCommodities and Futures Trading Commission continues its bid to keep New York startup Kalshi from taking money for election wagers.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Latinas contributed $1.3 trillion to U.S. economy, new report says. That number could be even bigger
A recent report funded by Bank of America revealed that Latinas contributed $1.3 trillion to U.S. GDP in 2021, and some economists think it could be more.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Retail sales rise again and show U.S. economy still on solid ground ahead of Fed rate cut
Sales at retailers rose slightly in August in a sign of resilience among U.S. households, suggesting the U.S. economy is still on solid footing as the Federal Reserve plots to cut interest rates.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
Fed to cut rates by a quarter point with a soft landing expected, according to CNBC Fed Survey
The survey shows 84% of the 27 respondents, including economists, fund managers and strategists, see the Fed cutting by a quarter percentage point.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Don’t let Intel’s stock pop fool you: ‘Things are likely to remain a struggle,’ analyst says
Despite some positive foundry developments, numerous analysts see challenges ahead for Intel as it tries to reclaim technological leadership2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
China’s ‘Silver Economy’ Is Thriving as Birthrate Plunges
The shrinking population poses threats to growth but has opened opportunities for businesses that serve seniors.2 days ago - China -
The Guardian - World
Tinder’s School of Swipe is a solid first step – but online dating safety has a long way to go | Lisa Portolan
The challenge remains to create a comprehensive approach that addresses underlying abuse and discrimination. Tinder’s new consent education program represents the dating app’s latest effort to ...2 days ago