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Financial Times - Business
S&P 500 hits new record after Fed makes jumbo cut to US interest rates
Global stocks rally as investors bet that the central bank’s move will support US economic growth1 hour ago - Federal Reserve -
Financial Times - Business
Intel’s long-shot turnaround hits a critical stage
Chipmaker is trying to pull off one of the most complex revivals in tech history1 hour ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Wimbledon expansion given planning boost
The All England Club has received a support to its plans to build 39 new tennis courts on Wimbledon Park.2 hours ago -
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GameSpot - Tech
Flappy Bird Studio Addresses Criticism, But Ignores The Game's Biggest Controversy
At its core, Flappy Bird is a simple game. You poke the screen to make the bird flap. You try not to bump into the pipes. You see how far you can get before inevitably crashing into said pipes. But ...3 hours ago -
VentureBeat - Tech
Aethir teams with GameCentric on Web3 gaming infrastructure
Aethir, which operates a distributed GPU cloud, has teamed up with GameCentric to help elevate Web3 gaming.5 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Powell’s recalibration on rates may bring 1995-like boost to stocks: strategist
That the U.S. no longer needs “emergency levels of monetary squeeze” should be bullish for risky assets, says one strategist.6 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
With huge NASA contract, Intuitive Machines closer to becoming ‘preeminent lunar infrastructure player’, says analyst
The award of a NASA contract worth up to $4.82 billion has cemented Intuitive Machines Inc.’s position as a key partner in the space agency’s ambitious plans for lunar exploration, according to ...7 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
'We can’t allow the cultural infrastructure to literally crumble': One of London's most popular arts attractions needs a $200 million fix
The Southbank Centre in London needs more than $200 million to repair its concert halls and gallery as it heads toward its 75-year anniversary.7 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Netflix and TikTok boost overseas sales, says Next
The High Street retailer claims entertainment is exposing the global market to different fashions.8 hours ago - Netflix -
ABC News - Tech
Justice Department disrupts vast Chinese hacking operation that infected consumer devices
FBI Director Chris Wray says the FBI has disrupted a group of hackers working at the direction of the Chinese government who targeted universities, government agencies and other organizations21 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Fed goes big with interest rate cut in a bid to head off an economic slowdown
The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it was lowering its interest rate by half a percentage point, an unusually aggressive move designed to cushion the economy from a further slowdown.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
The Guardian - World
IMF postpones Russia visit after heavy criticism across Europe
Trip to Moscow to review economy delayed indefinitely after protests it would ‘normalise relations with aggressor’. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has indefinitely postponed a staff mission ...Yesterday - Russia -
CBS Sports - Sports
Boxing Pound-for-Pound Rankings: Canelo Avlarez keeps on winning while continuing to frustrate critics
Alvarez was once again victorious against an opponent many viewed as lesser with plenty of better options availableYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
GOP: New threat to Trump will boost his campaign
Republican lawmakers think the second assassination attempt against former President Trump could give his struggling campaign a needed boost by energizing GPO voters and putting Democrats on the ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Johnson tees up rescheduled funding bill vote as critics dig in
Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) decision to reschedule a vote on his partisan spending plan is leaving Congress seemingly no closer to averting a government shutdown at the end of the month, as ...Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Craigslist Founder Pledges $100 Million to Boost U.S. Cybersecurity
Donation brings Craig Newmark’s charitable commitments to around $400 million.Yesterday -
ABC News - Tech
Instagram makes teen accounts private as pressure mounts on the app to protect children
Instagram is introducing separate teen accounts for those under 18 as it tries to make the platform safer for children amid growing backlash against how social media affects young people’s livesYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Republicans question proposal to boost Secret Service funding
Some Republicans are questioning whether a boost in spending for the Secret Service as part of the upcoming government funding bill would help protect former President Trump in the immediate term. ...Yesterday - Republican Party -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
BlackRock, Global Infrastructure Partners, Microsoft, MGX Launch AI Partnership
The partnership, called the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership, will additionally build out energy infrastructure to create power sources for the facilities, the companies said.Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
BlackRock and Microsoft plan $30bn fund to invest in AI infrastructure
Nvidia and Abu Dhabi-backed MGX will join effort as energy-intensive tech strains power and data gridsYesterday - Microsoft -
The Guardian - World
Pint of no return? Two-thirds measure could boost English health – study
Scientists reach conclusion after trial in which pints were scrapped in a dozen pubs, bars and restaurants. Fancy a quick two-thirds? It may lack the appeal of the more familiar after work social, ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Rep. Bucshon calls vaccine access for children, elderly 'critically important'
Vaccine access of Americans, especially for children and the elderly, is “critically important,” Rep. Larry Bucshon (R-IN) said Tuesday. “We need to get back to a normal place where we understand ...2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
New Trump Crypto Venture Gets Boost From GOP Candidate Himself
Donald Trump announced the creation of a new family cryptocurrency business that--for now--is getting more attention for potential conflicts of interest than the startup's operating details.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Corporate greed doesn’t need a boost from ‘anti-ESG’ politicians
Republicans are attempting to demonize environmental, social and governance practices in investing.2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Valentina Shevchenko criticizes ESPN for 'unfair' coverage of Alexa Grasso leading up to UFC 306
LAS VEGAS – Valentina Shevchenko accuses ESPN of showing bias toward Alexa Grasso in the buildup to UFC 306. Shevchenko (24-4-1 MMA, 13-3-1 UFC) regclaimed the flyweight title from Grasso (16-4-1 ...2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Industrial production gets short-lived boost from cars, but U.S. manufacturers still depressed
Industrial production rose a stronger-than-expected 0.8% in August, but most of the increase was tied to autos and there was little sign of a rebound in a depressing manufacturing sector.2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
A possible Fed interest-rate cut boosts home builders confidence
Builder sentiment rose as mortgage rates fell, the National Association of Home Builders said.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
Instagram teen accounts and posts to be made private by default
Meta says parents will be able to "guide" a safer experience - critics say the firm itself should do more.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Traders step up bets on BoE interest rate cut
Markets price in 35% chance of central bank move this week as expectations of large US rate cut have grown2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Critics Question NYPD After Shooting That Injured Bystanders in Brooklyn Subway
Officers fired during a clash with a man carrying a knife who was first stopped for fare evasion, police said. Two bystanders, an officer and the man were struck.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Right to WFH boosts productivity, Labour says
Firms should "judge people on outcomes, not presenteeism", Jonathan Reynolds insists.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Biden’s green policies will save 200,000 lives and have boosted clean energy jobs, data shows
Two separate reports find policies will save Americans from pollution in coming decades and added nearly 150,000 jobs. The environmental policies of Joe Biden’s administration will save ...2 days ago - Joe Biden -
Financial Times - World
Rachel Reeves must show that she’s serious about boosting growth
The UK chancellor should take some hard decisions on employment, productivity and investment2 days ago -
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The Hill - Politics
Cuomo criticizes media reaction to second Trump assassination attempt
NewsNation anchor Chris Cuomo sharply rebuked American media for what he said was a “lack of reaction” to the second apparent assassination attempt against former President Trump in the last few ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
White House seeks to boost Secret Service funds after 2nd Trump shooting
The Biden administration is asking Congress to increase Secret Service funding following Sunday's apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. This request comes about two weeks ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Microsoft Boosts Dividend, Authorizes Buyback of Up to $60 Billion
Microsoft will raise its quarterly payout by about 11% and begin a new stock-buyback program.2 days ago - Microsoft