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Defense Contractor Anduril Plans New Military Drone Plant in Central Ohio

The Arsenal 1 plant, which will employ 4,000 workers, will start its high-tech production in July 2026.

Inc. - 9h

US defense contractor to build 4,000-worker advanced manufacturing facility in central Ohio

U.S. defense contractor Anduril Industries is preparing to build a massive advanced manufacturing facility in central Ohio

ABC News - 18h

Former Central Banker Mark Carney Seeks Leadership of Canada's Liberal Party

Carney promised an economic agenda focused on lifting the country from a period of stagnant growth.

The Wall Street Journal - 1d

Mark Carney, the 'unreliable boyfriend' who ran UK's central bank

Carney is now running for the Liberal Party leadership in Canada. What does his time in London tell us?

BBC News - 1d

On the Banks of the Nile in Uganda, a Major League Dream Begins

The East African nation might seem like a surprising place for baseball talent to blossom. But for Armstrong Muhoozi, it’s just the start of his journey.

The New York Times - 1d

Bank of America tops estimates on better-than-expected investment banking, interest income

The company said fourth-quarter profit more than doubled to $6.67 billion, or 82 cents per share, from a year earlier.

CNBC - 1d

Everything to Know About Big Banks Earnings

Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Wells Fargo and other firms are expected to report strong earnings.

Inc. - 2d

These two bank stocks stand out for improvement in 2025

Bank stocks had a wonderful 2024. A lighter regulatory burden and better interest-rate environment might set up another year of gains.

MarketWatch - 3d

15 killed in an explosion and fire at a gas station in central Yemen

CAIRO — An explosion at a gas station triggered a massive fire in central Yemen, killing at least 15 people, health officials said Sunday.

NBC News - 5d

15 killed in explosion and fire at gas station in central Yemen

Health officials in central Yemen say at least 15 have been killed in an explosion and fire at a gas station

ABC News - 5d

Fintech IPOs return with precious little credit in the bank

Hope still wins out over experience as financial disrupters seek to ride the latest wave

Financial Times - 6d

Greece bans windowless basements, freezes central Athens licenses in overhaul of short-term rentals

Greek lawmakers are debating legislation to regulate short-term rentals

ABC News - Jan. 10

China’s Central Bank Stops Buying Bonds as Deflation Fears Grip Economy

The unexpected action is intended to tamp down a potential bubble in the bond market fueled by investors shunning riskier assets like stocks and real estate.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to share branches

The move is intended to make it easier for people to access banking services, but some warn it will lead to more branch closures.

BBC News - Jan. 9

Top Fed official says central bank is ‘pretty close’ to meeting twin targets

Kansas City Fed chief Jeff Schmid calls for ‘gradual’ changes in monetary policy

Financial Times - Jan. 9

Asia's central banks face a formidable challenge: An ascendant U.S. dollar

A surge in the dollar has sent Asian currencies reeling, stoking worries over imported inflation and prompting some central banks to intervene in the currency market.

CNBC - Jan. 9

Wait, how many banks were run in 2023?

More than you’d think!

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Marie Winn, Who Wrote of a Famous Central Park Hawk, Dies at 88

She chronicled the melodrama of Pale Male, a red-tailed hawk who became an avian sensation as it took up residence atop a Manhattan apartment building.

The New York Times - Jan. 8

Bank of England to relax rules for banks and insurers

PRA’s Sam Woods says burden can be eased without ‘race to the bottom’ on financial regulation

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Bitter cold envelops US south as central states recover from freeze

Polar vortex chilled central US, downing trees, blasting snow, shuttering schools and causing traffic pile-ups. The next round of bitter cold enveloped the southern US on Tuesday, after the first ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Morgan State vs. NC Central odds, prediction: 2025 college basketball picks, Jan. 7 bets by proven model

SportsLine's model just revealed its college basketball picks for the NC Central Eagles vs. Morgan State Bears on Tuesday

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

Mark Carney: the ‘rock star central banker’ weighing up run to be Canada’s PM

Former Bank of England governor in the frame as successor to departing Justin Trudeau. Mark Carney ‘considering’ run to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada PM Mark Carney, who has said he is ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Israeli airstrike targets armed group in West Bank

Yahoo News - Jan. 7

Why bank stocks care that Michael Barr is stepping down as top Fed banking cop

As vice chair of supervision, Barr was leading the effort to raise capital requirements for banks.

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Why Tigers need to go big for 2025 after surprising playoff run with AL Central there for Detroit's taking

The Tigers have made a few moves so far this winter but now's the time to double down

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

West Bank Settlers Hope Trump Will Back Annexation Dreams

Settler leaders say they are confident that a Palestinian state is off the table, but their expectations are tempered by their experience of Donald Trump’s first term.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Shooting attack on a bus carrying Israelis in the occupied West Bank kills 3

A shooting attack on a bus carrying Israelis in the occupied West Bank has killed at least three people

ABC News - Jan. 6

Investment banks prepare for crunch year in 2025

Boutiques counting on M&A rebound to support elevated valuations and star hires

Financial Times - Jan. 6

From Edvard Munch to Central Cee: Observer critics choose their cultural highlights for 2025

From Thom Yorke’s Shakespearean score to 25 years of Tate Modern, Bridget Jones to Leigh Bowery, our writers anticipate the most exciting shows, releases and events of the year. American auteurs ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

FirstFT: China’s central bank prepares for historic monetary policy shift

Also in today’s newsletter, cold winter snap stokes US heating prices and a shake-up at the top of Meta

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Help! Ryanair Won’t Send Flight Compensation to a U.S. Bank Account

After being grounded for 12 hours in Berlin, a mother and daughter were owed both compensation and a rebooked flight. All they got were nonsensical responses from customer service.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

China’s central bank plans policy overhaul as pressure mounts on economy

People’s Bank of China will start to behave more like US Fed in using one main interest rate to steer demand for credit

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Why you should open a CD with an online bank this January

Most banks and credit unions offer CDs, but opening one with an online bank could make a lot of sense right now.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Palestinian Authority Bans Al Jazeera in West Bank

The ban comes as the PA battles militants from Hamas and its allies for control over parts of the West Bank, a fight that could shape the struggle for leadership of the Palestinian cause.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 2