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MarketWatch - Business
How Microsoft’s dividend hike and new $60 billion buyback program stack up
Only three U.S. companies have ever announced buyback programs bigger than Microsoft’s latest — though the new dividend yield is still low relative to those of fellow Dow components.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Business
Intel, Aiming to Reverse Slump, Unveils New Contracts and Cost Cuts
The chipmaker, which has been struggling, said on Monday that it obtained a new government grant, signed a contract with Amazon and would pause some initiatives.2 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Wall Street predictions grow for aggressive half-point Fed rate cut
Futures traders boosted expectations in the past week of a bigger trim than the traditional 0.25 percentage point change3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Top stories
First Day of a ‘New Life’ for a Boy With Sickle Cell
Kendric Cromer, 12, is among the first patients to be treated with gene therapy just approved by the F.D.A. that many other patients face obstacles to receiving.5 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
This is the 'billion-dollar blind spot' of 401(k)-to-IRA rollovers, Vanguard finds
Many investors are unaware their rollover from a workplace retirement plan to an individual retirement account sits in cash as a default.6 hours ago -
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ESPN - Sports
Aces' Wilson first to score 1K points in season
Aces forward A'ja Wilson became the first player in WNBA history to hit the 1,000-point mark for a season.8 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Navy commissions first coed submarine
The United States Navy commissioned its first coed submarine, the USS New Jersey, on Saturday. “New Jersey is representative of the future of the submarine force, and integrating this boat is a ...9 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Drugmakers bet billions that targeted radiation could become the next cancer breakthrough
Bristol Myers Squibb, AstraZeneca, Eli Lilly and other drug companies have invested some $10 billion on promising cancer technology behind Novartis' Pluvicto.9 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Lions coach takes blame for 'massive' blunder at end of first half: 'There's no way to justify this'
This was not a good way for the Lions to end the first half9 hours ago -
The New York Times - Health
First Day of a ‘New Life’ for a Boy With Sickle Cell
Kendric Cromer, 12, is among the first patients to be treated with gene therapy just approved by the F.D.A. that many other patients face obstacles to receiving.10 hours ago -
The New York Times - Sports
The Dodgers Spent $1 Billion in Free Agency. Now They’re in Trouble.
Los Angeles is facing a pitching crisis, a columnist for The Athletic writes.10 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Commanders QB Daniels shows 'poise' in first win
Jayden Daniels showed poise and an ability to learn from week to week as he led the Commanders to a win Sunday, completing 23 of 29 passes for 226 yards.11 hours ago - NFL -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Yen Might Gain if BOJ Signals Rate Rises
The yen could rise further as the BOJ is likely to leave interest rates unchanged on Friday but should continue to signal future rate increases, MUFG Bank said.13 hours ago -
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The Wall Street Journal - World
These Millionaires Can Afford Their Dream Home. They're Renting Instead.
While still relatively small in number, millionaire renters in the U.S. are on the rise, a reflection of how the calculus around homeownership has changed for even the wealthiest in the U.S.15 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Why Washington and Big Oil Are Investing Billions in Ammonia
The latest bet is a $1.56 billion Energy Department loan commitment for a Wabash Valley Resources ammonia project in Indiana.15 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Oil Markets Remain Cautious Ahead of Fed Decision
Despite production halts in the Gulf of Mexico and disruptions in Libyan supplies adding to supply-side risks, front-month WTI prices still remain below the key threshold of $70 per barrel, ...15 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Tito Jackson Dies at 70
The singer with the Jackson 5 topped the charts with hits including “ABC” and “I’ll Be There.”16 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Saipem Wins $4 Billion QatarEnergy Contract
Saipem shares rose sharply after it was awarded an engineering, procurement and construction contract from QatarEnergy LNG.16 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Rexel Rejects $9.6 Billion QXO Bid
Rexel shares jumped after it rejected an offer from QXO, the U.S. company led by billionaire entrepreneur Brad Jacobs, saying the bid was well below its value.17 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Bunds Expected to Stabilize as Fed's Rate Decision Awaited on Wednesday
German Bunds are likely to stabilize at the start of the week as markets are looking ahead to the Fed’s rate decision on Wednesday, Commerzbank Research said.18 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
HS2 blew billions - here's how and why
How did HS2 manage to go so far over its original budget?19 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Bajaj Housing Finance Shares Surge After India's Biggest IPO This Year
The mortgage lender’s shares surged on their debut, reaffirming growing investor enthusiasm for one of the best-performing stock markets in the world.19 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Suspected Gunman Said He Was Willing to Fight and Die in Ukraine
Ryan Routh has a lengthy police record and spent years trying to link himself to overseas causes.19 hours ago - Ukraine -
The Hill - Politics
Over half of Americans say Harris won debate against Trump: Poll
More than half of Americans believe Vice President Harris won last week's presidential debate against former President Trump, according to a new poll. An ABC/Ipsos poll, released Sunday, found 58 ...21 hours ago - Kamala Harris -
MarketWatch - Business
Berkshire’s stock hadn’t seen a losing streak like this in a decade and a half. What’s causing it?
An eight-day losing streak suggests shares had gotten overextended, and an executive’s recent stock sale adds a cautious data point on valuation.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Detroit Lions, haunted by first-half mistakes, falls short against Tampa Bay Buccaneers
A penalty in the red zone kept Detroit from scoring just before halftime, which proved costly in the 20-16 loss.Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Saints score 5 TDs on as many possessions in first half vs. Cowboys, on pace for NFL record-setting start
New Orleans has scored on 14 of their first 16 possessions this yearYesterday - NFL -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
He Used to Bag Groceries. Now Kroger's CEO Is Trying to Save a $20 Billion Deal.
Rodney McMullen is fighting to save the deal he believes will secure Kroger’s future in the next wave of industry disrupters.Yesterday