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Top stories - BBC News
Woman, 31, made a will fearing husband would kill her
Abuse started as name calling and developed until Ceri's sleep and washing habits were controlled.1 hour ago -
Tech - ABC News
US agency adopts rule to make it easier for consumers to cancel unwanted subscriptions
The Federal Trade Commission has adopted a rule that will require businesses to make it easy for consumers to cancel unwanted subscriptions and memberships6 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Lawrence Bishnoi: the feared Indian mob boss implicated in Canada killings
Indian gangster in prison for past nine years was mentioned by police in connection with killings of Canadian Sikhs. In the Indian state of Punjab, the presence of gangsters can be felt everywhere. ...7 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Consumer Fears of Credit Card Delinquency Rise
A monthly New York Fed survey finds that while people felt generally positive about inflation, income, and jobs, fear of failing to make debt payments rose to a four-year high.7 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
FTC moves to take the frustration out of canceling subscriptions for consumers
The Federal Trade Commission is announcing a finalized rule to make it easier for people to cancel subscriptions and memberships they just don’t want anymore.8 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Here’s when consumers might finally stop wincing at higher prices, according to Fed’s Daly
The Fed has recently focused more on stability in the job market. But inflation still weighs heavily on the minds of consumers, the San Francisco Fed President says.9 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
The stock market is rallying because ‘fear has left the building.’ Here’s the danger.
It may be time for stock-market investors to “look tactically at downside risk into month-end,” says a top Wall Street technical analyst.13 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Lower oil prices are good for consumers — but a bad sign for the global economy
A significant drop in oil prices may offer consumers reason to celebrate, but it also hints at an economic slowdown in China, the world’s second largest economy.13 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Asheville musicians rally after Helene but fear losing an audience
"We definitely don’t want people to forget about us," one venue employee said, as Asheville's live music and festival scene prepares for a long recovery.14 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Fear of Flying? Here’s How to Make Plane Rides Less Scary.
Fear of flying affects more than 25 million Americans. If you are among them, these tools and expert tips could help make your next plane ride easier.14 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Wells Fargo CEO calls consumers 'extremely resilient'
Wells Fargo CEO Charlie Scharf gave CNBC's Jim Cramer a positive read on the consumer landscape.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Hurricane misinformation stokes fears ahead of election
The flood of conspiracy theories and rumors following the severe weather in the South is sparking concerns that political figures’ embrace of misinformation is just the beginning as the general ...Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
American consumers are increasingly underwater on their car loans
DETROIT — A growing number of Americans with auto loans owe more than their vehicles are worth, according to a report Tuesday from Edmunds.com.Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Boeing seeks up to $35bn to bolster its balance sheet
Plane maker announces plans to raise up to $25bn in new capital and agrees $10bn credit facilityYesterday -
Business - CNBC
American consumers are increasingly underwater on their car loans
Edmunds.com reported that the average amount owed on upside-down loans climbed to an all-time high of $6,458 during the third quarter.Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Crude oil tumbles as Middle East fears recede
Demand from China weaker than expected, says International Energy AgencyYesterday -
World - The Guardian
Oil price slides amid China slowdown and easing Middle East fears
Brent crude slides by almost $3.50 a barrel to below $74 after Opec cuts forecasts for demand growth. Business live – latest updates Global oil prices have tumbled by almost $3.50 a barrel ...Yesterday - China -
Business - Financial Times
France warns it could block €15.5bn Sanofi consumer health deal
Proposed sale of controlling stake to US private equity group has sparked backlash in countryYesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Global public debt to pass $100tn this year, says IMF
Fund calls for tougher action by big economies, with debt set to approach 100% of world GDP by end of decadeYesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Swiss regulator orders UBS to bolster emergency plans
Finma suspends annual approval of bank’s ‘living will’ in light of added risk from Credit Suisse takeoverYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Woman quit booze after ‘beer fear’ of 18-hour bender
Jessie, from Cardiff, realised she would go weeks without having one day of not drinking alcohol.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Brazen shooting of politician revives fears Mumbai’s gangster past is returning
Killing of Baba Siddique in the wealthy neighbourhood of Bandra has exposed the ‘complete collapse of law and order’, says Rahul Gandhi. It was a murder unlike anything Mumbai had seen in almost ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Would Donald Trump’s taxes on trade hurt US consumers?
What could happen if Donald Trump drastically increases tariffs as he has promised to do?Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Business - MarketWatch
Hint of ‘very high’ consumer inflation expectations raises risks for Treasury market
Buried inside last Friday’s data from the University of Michigan was a shocking inflation outlook from a small segment of consumers — one that is causing some nervousness about whether ...2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Here’s What Consumer Power Will Tell Us About the Economy
Corporate earnings reports and retail sales data could offer evidence that the U.S. economy is resilient as inflation ebbs.2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Gambling stocks hit by fears of UK Budget tax grab
Ladbrokes owner Entain falls 8% while Flutter loses 6%2 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
Autumn Budget: business fears big rise in national insurance
Tax experts warn of potential hit to retirement savings as companies race to calculate impact on costs2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Pennsylvania's top election official fights misinformation in swing state
Mail-in ballot processing rules could lead to a drawn-out vote count in the pivotal swing state of Pennsylvania. Top election official Al Schmidt is urging voter patience.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Lee Carsley fears losing focus if he talks about permanent England job
Interim coach says he made mistake at three clubs England bounce back from defeat with win in Finland Lee Carsley has attempted to explain why he is so reluctant to say whether or not he wants ...3 days ago