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At Israel's Northern Border, Caution and Fear Despite Hezbollah Truce
Many residents remain wary of returning to their homes near the border with Lebanon after this week’s cease-fire.World - The Wall Street Journal - 13 hours ago -
Volkswagen to sell controversial factory in China’s Xinjiang
Volkswagen has faced major criticism from activists and investors over its interest in the Xinjiang factory which it first opened in 2013Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago -
U.S. Factory Towns Laid Low by the ‘China Shock’ Are Benefiting From New Investments
Communities that suffered the worst of plant closings in recent decades are now gaining an outsize share of fresh investment and new jobs.Business - The New York Times - November 1 -
To Challenge China, India Needs to Get Out of the Way of Its Factory Owners
India has a fresh chance to become a manufacturing powerhouse with the election of Donald Trump, who has promised to levy sky-high import tariffs on Chinese goods.World - The Wall Street Journal - November 23 -
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Trump's sharp tariff hikes could speed up China's shift to new markets and offshore factories
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to sharply raise tariffs on all Chinese imports and close some loopholes Chinese exporters currently use to sell their products more cheaply in the ...World - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Japan will watch China's military after Beijing admits violating Japanese airspace
Japanese officials say they are closely watching to see if China keeps its promise to prevent further violations of Japan’s airspace after explaining that an incursion by a Chinese military ...World - ABC News - November 20 -
Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s nominee for US attorney-general
Former congressman says controversy around his nomination had become a ‘distraction’Business - Financial Times - November 21 -
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ISM factory index drops, marking 7th straight month below growth threshold
The malaise that has loomed over the manufacturing sector for the better part of the past two years seems like it will continue, according to one economist.Business - MarketWatch - November 1 -
Body of Tennessee Factory Worker Killed in Hurricane Helene Is Found
She is believed to be the last employee who was missing after the plastics plant flooded. Authorities are still investigating the circumstances around the deaths.Top stories - The New York Times - November 2 -
U.S. factory orders tumble in September, for fourth drop in the past five months
Orders for manufactured goods fell 0.5% in September, the Commerce Department said Monday. It is the fourth decline in orders in the past five months.Business - MarketWatch - November 4 -
Trump’s Tariffs Could Deal a Blow to Mexico’s Car Factories
The president-elect has said he could impose punitive tariffs on car imports from Mexico, a move that could hurt factories and workers on both sides of the border.Business - The New York Times - November 12 -
Trump Will Likely Cut the Ribbons on Biden’s Factories and Infrastructure Projects
The outgoing president funded new plants and big economic initiatives, but his successor may be able to put his name on the finished products.Business - Inc. - November 12 -
Microsoft brings AI to the farm and factory floor, partnering with industry giants
Microsoft collaborates with Siemens, Bayer, and Rockwell Automation to launch industry-specific AI models designed to boost efficiency in manufacturing, agriculture, and finance through tailored AI ...Tech - VentureBeat - November 13 -
Save Big During the All-Clad Factory Seconds Sale
All-Clad cookware is the best you can buy—and it has a price tag to match. This sale will stretch your dollars.Tech - Wired - November 14 -
Apple proposes Indonesian factory in bid to reverse iPhone 16 ban
Investment of $100mn in key market would help meet requirement for 40% local content in smartphonesBusiness - Financial Times - November 21 -
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Vauxhall owner to close Luton factory, putting 1,100 jobs at risk
Car giant Stellantis said it would consolidate electric van production at its other UK plant in Ellesmere Port.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
Rivian to Get $6 Billion Federal Loan for EV Factory
The financing for a factory in Georgia is part of a last-minute effort to establish climate policies before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.Business - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
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Young Thug released from jail after guilty plea on gang charges
The Grammy winner's criminal trial on racketeering and gang charges was the longest in state history.Top stories - BBC News - November 1 -
Time is a flat circle — active vs passive edition
Nothing ever really changesWorld - Financial Times - November 4 -
Wars and activism drive demand for executive security
Allied Universal has recently launched an ‘enhanced’ service as political risks riseBusiness - Financial Times - November 5 -
Ravens activate RB Mitchell, waive OLB Ngakoue
Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell was activated off the physically unable to perform list Thursday.Sports - ESPN - November 7 -
49ers activate McCaffrey off injured reserve
The 49ers activated running back Christian McCaffrey from injured reserve Saturday, setting up his season debut on Sunday vs. the Bucs.Sports - ESPN - November 9 -
ETFs are becoming an active choice for UK investors
Globally, actively managed ETFs have captured a quarter of flowsWorld - Financial Times - November 14 -
Pats activate DT Barmore (blood clots) off IR
The Patriots have activated defensive tackle Christian Barmore to the 53-man roster for the first time since he was sidelined in late July after being diagnosed with blood clots.Sports - ESPN - November 16 -
How Universities Cracked Down on Pro-Palestinian Activism
Stricter rules and punishments over campus protests seem to be working. Universities have seen just under 950 protest events this semester, compared with 3,000 in the spring.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
Chiefs plan to activate RB Pacheco, DE Omenihu
The Chiefs are planning to activate running back Isiah Pacheco and defensive end Charles Omenihu in time for them to play in Friday's game against the Raiders, coach Andy Reid said Wednesday.Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago -
Flurry of takeover activity sweeps UK market
Renewi and Loungers both agree deals while Direct Line rebuffs approachBusiness - Financial Times - Yesterday -
UK M&A activity sweeps market with £5.3bn of deals
Flurry of mergers and acquisitions underscores country’s position as most active hub in Europe this yearBusiness - Financial Times - 20 hours ago -
Chicago business-activity index drops to five-month low in October
Index falls to 41.6, falling short of 46.8 consensus forecast.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Washington governor activates National Guard against election-related violence
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee (D) activated the National Guard to be on stand-by in the event it is asked to support local law enforcement and the Washington State Patrol during election week, a press ...Politics - The Hill - November 2 -
Colombian authorities arrest active and retired military personnel over weapons trafficking
Authorities in Colombia have arrested a group of nine active and retired military personnel over weapons trafficking accusations stemming from a wider investigation into a grenade attack last year ...World - ABC News - November 2 -
A Recent Timeline of Elon Musk Going All In on Trump
Over the past month, Elon Musk has put himself in position to take the credit for a Donald Trump win—or the blame for a loss.Tech - Wired - November 4
