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Business - Financial Times
Citi and BofA join other big US banks in beating gloomy forecasts
Stronger than expected earnings add to hopes of a ‘soft landing’ for economyOctober 15 -
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World - Financial Times
The inflation risk for emerging markets
Fiscal indiscipline looms as the biggest threat after central bank battles to slow rising pricesOctober 15 -
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Business - CNBC
Xpeng president says Chinese EV firm remains committed to Europe despite pressure from tariffs
Xpeng, the Chinese electric vehicle maker, says it remains committed to Europe for the long term despite pressure it faces from the European Union's tariffs.October 15 -
World - The Guardian
Pelosi says she still hasn’t spoken to Biden since pressuring him to drop out
Ex-House speaker also says on Guardian podcast that she thinks Trump is ‘a grotesque word’ and rarely says his name. Nancy Pelosi has admitted she still has not spoken to Joe Biden since her ...October 15 - Joe Biden -
Business - Financial Times
From hairspray to Heineken: the Kremlin ally snapping up western assets
Alexei Sagal is among a new group of businessmen benefiting from western companies’ exodusOctober 15 - Russia -
Business - The New York Times
Russian Oil Flows Through Western ‘Price Cap’ as Shadow Fleet Grows
A report shows how Russia has largely evaded sanctions aimed at limiting its revenue from oil sales.October 14 - Russia -
Business - CNBC
Boeing factory strike crosses 1-month mark as pressure mounts on new CEO
Boeing's CEO Ortberg will answer to investors in his first Oct. 23 earnings presentation as the aerospace giant faces swirling crises.October 14 -
Business - Financial Times
Chinese carmakers deny intent to ‘overthrow’ western rivals
In Paris for motor show, companies including Xpeng and GAC pledge their long-term commitments in effort to allay concernsOctober 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Man accused of threatening FEMA workers in western North Carolina
A North Carolina man was arrested Saturday after threatening to harm Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employees who were aiding in the Hurricane Helene recovery effort, according to the ...October 14 -
Top stories - NBC News
Boeing factory strike crosses 1-month mark as pressure mounts on new CEO
It’s been just over a month since more than 30,000 Boeing machinists walked off the job after overwhelmingly voting down a tentative contract.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers grows despite western sanctions
Poorly maintained and uninsured vessels transporting up to 70% of country’s seaborne oil, says report. Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers is expanding, according to research, transporting up to ...October 14 - Russia -
Sports - CBS Sports
Ranking five NBA stars under most pressure this season: Paul George, Karl-Anthony Towns on list with new teams
These five NBA players will be feeling the heat this seasonOctober 14 - NBA -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
This 71-year-old pole dancer defies expectations — and gravity — in age-obsessed L.A.
Mary Serritella started pole dancing at 57. Fourteen years later she's inspiring others who are decades her junior.October 14 -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: China launches large military exercises near Taiwan
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump backs strong dollar, says adviser, and EY delays start dates for recruitsOctober 14 - China -
World - Financial Times
Russia’s shadow fleet grows despite western crackdown
Moscow’s capacity to transport oil on old underinsured ships has increased by 70% since last year, says reportOctober 14 - Russia -
Business - Financial Times
Pakistan security services pressured utilities over government power deal
Talks that led to expected state savings of nearly $1.5bn described as ‘more an execution than a negotiation’October 13 - Pakistan -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Unions Defy Their Leadership With More 'No' Votes on Contracts
Fed up with inflation and seizing a moment of labor power, workers at Boeing, AT&T and Southwest reject deals negotiated by union bosses.October 13