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Business - CNBC
Meet OpenAI’s first chief economist—3 things you may not know about him
Dr. Aaron "Ronnie" Chatterji has been named OpenAI's first chief economist. He will lead the company's research on AI's potential economic impact.41 minutes ago -
World - The New York Times
In Deciding Whether to Retaliate, Iran Faces a Dilemma
If Iran strikes back at Israel, it risks further escalation at a time when its economy is struggling and its military is vulnerable. If it doesn’t, it risks looking weak.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Economist on whether the national debt is cause for concern
The national debt has reached a staggering $35 trillion, yet some economists argue it's not a problem. Stephanie Kelton, author of "The Deficit Myth," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain how ...6 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Sanders asks whether Trump would be working for Musk in hypothetical second term
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) expressed concern about the potential extent to which tech billionaire Elon Musk could influence the government and its policy if former President Trump is elected to a ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Faulty jobs data leaves UK hiring picture uncertain, economists say
Minimum wage rise in Budget at time of labour market uncertainty could lead to more unemploymentYesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
If voters think like economists, Harris has the edge, but if they focus on sticker shock, Trump will win, this expert says
With just 12 days left in a tight presidential race, all sorts of prediction models are getting attention. Oxford Economics offered two financially-focused models on Thursday,3 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Voters divided on whether Harris, Trump would be best for jobs, crime: Survey
Voters are split on whether Vice President Harris or former President Trump would be best to tackle issues such as jobs and crime, a recent survey found. The poll, conducted by The Associated ...4 days ago -
Business - CNBC
'Higher prices, larger deficits': 23 Nobel Prize-winning economists slam Trump agenda, endorse Harris
Experts estimate that Donald Trump's budget plan would expand federal deficits by five times more than Vice President Kamala Harris' proposals.5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
OpenAI hires first chief economist
OpenAI hired its first-ever chief economist to examine the economic impacts of artificial intelligence (AI), the ChatGPT maker announced Tuesday. Aaron “Ronnie” Chatterji, a professor of business ...6 days ago -
Tech - The New York Times
OpenAI Hires Aaron Chatterji to Be Its Chief Economist
Aaron Chatterji was chief economist at the Commerce Department under President Biden and served on President Obama’s Council of Economic Advisers.6 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Economists see UK cutting interest rates more substantially as inflation pressures ease
Economists at Goldman Sachs forecast the Bank of England's key rate falling to 2.75% by November, well below market pricing.6 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
BoE chief economist criticises statistics agency over poor jobs data
Huw Pill told ONS in private letter that efforts to fix key labour market survey ‘have not yet led to improvement’6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Officials probing whether radio tower was properly lit before Houston helicopter crash
Multiple investigations are underway into a deadly helicopter crash in Houston. Four people were killed when the chopper crashed into a radio tower. Jason Allen has the new developments, including ...6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
What tariffs do and why economists don't like them
“The most beautiful word in the dictionary is tariff,” former President Donald Trump told the Economic Club of Chicago last week.October 21 -
Politics - The Hill
Voters split on whether Harris or Trump is better on key economic issues: Survey
Voters are split on whether they trust former President Trump or Vice President Harris more on a host of key economic issues, according to a poll released Monday. The poll from The Associated Press ...October 21 -
Business - Inc.
Poll Finds Voters Think Economy is Poor, But Split Over Whether Trump or Harris Can Fix It
Neither candidate is seen as having a clear advantage about how they would handle jobs and the economy.October 21 -
World - The Guardian
Moldovans go to polls to decide whether future lies with Russia or the west
Presidential election and EU referendum take place amid concerns over interference from Moscow. Moldovans are voting in a presidential election and an EU referendum that will mark a pivotal moment ...October 20 -
World - The Guardian
Arsenal’s sloppiness calls into question whether they are serious contenders | Jonathan Wilson
Fans may feel aggrieved over perceived injustices, but reality is that title hopefuls make too many shoddy errors. This was not, for all that Arsenal fans will whine about conspiracies, about the ...October 19 -
Business - MarketWatch
Whether you vote for Harris or Trump, it’s a sure bet the stock market will thrive
Inflation could be a problem, but real growth and profits should be robust.October 19 -
World - The New York Times
Hamas Leader Killed in Gaza Fighting, Israel Says
The Israeli military confirmed that Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, was killed on Wednesday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel said he spoke with President Biden about working to ...October 18 -
World - ABC News
Israel says it has killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in Gaza
The Israeli military says it has killed Hamas’ top leader Yahya Sinwar during a battle in GazaOctober 17 -
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Politics - The Hill
Israeli military investigating whether Hamas leader Sinwar killed
The Israeli military said Thursday that it was investigating whether Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was killed in a recent operation. Three militants were killed in Gaza, but their identities are not ...October 17 -
World - ABC News
Israel's military is looking into whether Hamas' top leader Yahya Sinwar was killed in a military operation in Gaza
Israel's military is looking into whether Hamas' top leader Yahya Sinwar was killed in a military operation in GazaOctober 17 -
World - The New York Times
Israel is Assessing Whether Slain Militant is Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar
Israel will conduct DNA tests on the body of a militant shot and killed on Wednesday in southern Gaza, officials said. The body bears physical similarities with Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas.October 17 -
Business - Financial Times
UK counterterror police probe whether Russia planted parcel bomb
Package caught fire at a DHL depot in Birmingham in JulyOctober 16 -
Sports - ABC News
San Jose State volleyball at the center of another decision on forfeiting
The University of Nevada has made it clear that its Oct_ 26 volleyball match against San Jose State will go on as scheduled after the team’s players released an independent statement saying they ...October 15 -
Business - Inc.
Here’s Why Economists Say Trump’s Economic Plans Would Worsen Inflation
Tariffs, the GOP hopeful’s go-to economic policy plank, would raise average household costs by $2,600 a year, and experts say Trump’s other plans would do more harm than good.October 15 -
World - The Guardian
Global public debt to hit $100tn this year, says IMF; Boeing to raise up to $25bn to shore up balance sheet – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as IMF warns that future debt levels could be higher than currently projected. Cooling labour market adds to Reeves’s tax-raising ...October 15 -
Top stories - NBC News
Bill Clinton says election will come down to 'whether we can get an honest, open count'
While campaigning for Vice President Kamala Harris, Clinton said that the November election will come down to whether there's a fair and transparent vote tally.October 15 -
Politics - NBC News
Bill Clinton says election comes down to 'whether we can get an honest, open count'
Former President Bill Clinton said the 2024 presidential election will come down to “whether we can get an honest, open count.” The remarks came while Clinton was campaigning for Vice President ...October 15 -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Nobel for Economics Awarded to Authors of 'Why Nations Fail' and an Ex-IMF Figure
The prize was given to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson for work that advanced the understanding of differences in prosperity between countries.October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Economists expect higher inflation, deficits, interest rates under Trump than Harris: Poll
Economists expect higher inflation, national deficits and interest rates under former President Trump’s proposed agenda than under policies proposed by Vice President Harris, a new survey by The ...October 14 -
Business - Financial Times
Trio of economists wins Nobel Prize for work on wealth of nations
Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson commended for advancing understanding of inequalityOctober 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Whether it's natural or nuclear destruction, America must be prepared
With the damage wrought by these two hurricanes very much in mind, appreciating the power of fission (nuclear) and fusion (thermonuclear weapons) is important given Iran’s activities and China's ...October 14