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Charles' cancer treatment 'moving in a positive direction,' Buckingham Palace says
King Charles III's cancer treatment is “moving in a positive direction,” a Buckingham Palace source told NBC News on Friday, almost a year after he was diagnosed with the disease.NBC News - 15h -
China Tells Chief Economists: Be Positive, or Else
Experts at leading brokerages say they are hewing closer to the official government line in response to signs of tighter monitoring.The Wall Street Journal - 15h -
Andy Barr says Musk working with Congress will have a positive impact on the U.S.
Even with a new agreement that would avoid a government shutdown, lawmakers are still focusing on billionaire Elon Musk and the major influence he wields on Capitol Hill. Republican Rep. Andy Barr ...CBS News - 1d -
MLB free agency: Sizing up the options available at a few key positions
Pete Alonso or Christian Walker? Nolan Arenado or Alex Bregman? These are the decisions front offices must make this winter.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Chelsea's Mudryk in positive drug test, faces ban
Mykhailo Mudryk supplied an "adverse finding in a routine urine test" in the FA's anti-doping programme, Chelsea confirmed on Tuesday.ESPN - 2d -
Michigan state lawmaker passes on DNC chair position
A top Michigan state lawmaker announced Tuesday she would pass on a bid to run for Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair, saying in a video posted on social media that she believed some of the ...The Hill - 3d -
Which position will Hunter play in NFL? Glazer reveals front office poll
Travis Hunter was an elite WR and CB this year, but which position will he play in the NFL? FOX Sports' Jay Glazer conducted a poll of coaches, GMs.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Bayer Eye Drug Shows Positive Results in Late-Stage Trial
Bayer said its eye treatment aflibercept showed positive results in a late-stage trial, including improved vision gains for people suffering from some retinal diseases.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
Indonesia's protectionist policies aimed at attracting tech investment may backfire, economists warn
"I call it pseudo-protectionism," said Bhima Yudhistira, executive director of the Center of Economic and Law Studies.CNBC - 3d -
Maguire in 'positive' talks over new United deal
Harry Maguire says he hasn't given up hope of extending his stay at Manchester United after "positive" conversations about a new contract.ESPN - 3d -
Adames teases ‘really positive' Burnes-to-Giants recruitment pitch
New Giants shortstop Willy Adames reveals he reached out to free-agent pitcher Corbin Burnes about signing with San Francisco.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Clemson's Swinney can't wait for Belichick's positive impact on the Atlantic Coast Conference
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney finds it incredible that Bill Belichick will soon share the same meeting rooms and an opposing sideline in his position as North Carolina's new head coachABC News - 4d -
Rep. Nancy Mace's position on LGBTQ community appears to have changed
Rep. Nancy Mace has made headlines for her rhetoric around the transgender community, including her efforts to ban transgender women from using women's restrooms.ABC News - 4d -
German position on Israel-Gaza debate ‘putting artists off’ film festival
Berlinale head, Tricia Tuttle, says some artists fear criticism of Israeli actions will be condemned as antisemitism. A polarised debate about Gaza in Germany is leading some artists to shun one of ...The Guardian - 4d -
FirstFT: Economists expect a more cautious approach from Fed
Also in today’s newsletter, how Assad airlifted $250mn of Syria’s cash to Moscow and chipmakers Arm and Qualcomm face off in courtFinancial Times - 4d -
Economists trim Fed rate cut estimates on fear of Trump inflation surge
Deregulation, tax cuts and tariffs stoke probability of stubbornly high price growth, FT-Chicago Booth poll findsFinancial Times - 5d -
This economist says the US needs price controls to tackle inflation: ‘We need to dare to think outside the box’
Isabella Weber says economists must design policies that people feel make their lives better – or the US could slide toward fascism. As Donald Trump has pointed out, the price of groceries was ...The Guardian - Dec. 13 -
Israel instructs army to bolster its position inside Syria
Defence minister calls on IDF to prepare for winter while US and Turkey meet to shore up fight against IsisFinancial Times - Dec. 13 -
Economy faces 'some potential storms' in 2025, Moody's chief economist says
The economy is doing "exceptionally well," said Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi. But he sees headwinds under the new administration.CNBC - Dec. 12 -
Economists have 'really had it wrong' about recession, market strategist says
David Zervos of Jefferies and Barbara Doran, CEO of BD8 Capital Partners, weigh in on the likelihood of more Fed rate cuts to come at CNBC's FA Summit.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
If Trump adds tariffs, 'either way, there is a cost to consumers,' economist says
President-elect Donald Trump's tariff plan is expected to raise costs, especially for low and middle earners, experts said. But the scope of tariffs is unclear.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
'The end of seniority': Younger Democrats are challenging elders for powerful positions
A growing band of younger House Democrats is challenging senior members for powerful congressional posts.NBC News - Dec. 10 -
Surprise RBI governor pick signals India may cut rates as soon as February, economists say
India has appointed a new central bank governor in a surprising move that some experts say strengthens outlook for rate cuts early next year.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
Economists need to get their story straight on immigration
Focusing on the impact on the wages or employment levels of native workers is too narrowFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Trump taps San Francisco attorney for assistant AG position at DOJ
President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday he will nominate Bay Area attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a position at the U.S. Department of Justice.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
Fantasy Basketball Week 8 Start/Sit: Bub Carrington a must start, plus position by position lineup decisions
Can Bub Carrington hold on to his starting spot?CBS Sports - Dec. 9 -
'Low-hire, low-fire': The U.S. job market is stagnant right now, economists say
The labor market is not nearly as dynamic as it was in 2021 and 2022. That provides both good and bad news for workers.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
We're building up our position in this asset manager that's been on a buying spree
Its recent deals should help fetch the company a higher valuation in the market.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
Britain’s Flawed Jobs Reports Leave Economists ‘Second-Guessing’
Officials are grappling with an incomplete picture of Britain’s labor market as the national statistics agency strains to improve data quality.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Israel seizes Golan buffer zone after Syrian troops leave positions
PM Netanyahu said the 1974 disengagement agreement had "collapsed" with the rebel takeover of Syria.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
5 housing market predictions for 2025, according to economists
Housing has been an expensive necessity, whether you're buying or renting. Here are five things to pay attention to in 2025, experts say.CNBC - Dec. 8 -
U.S. economy poised to dominate for the next 20 years — at the cost of growing inequality, economist says
U.S. economic dominance over other countries is poised to surge in the next 20 years due to its widening lead in technology and science, but at the expense of growing inequality at home.MarketWatch - Dec. 6 -
NFL tweaks its drug policy, increasing levels for a positive THC test
The NFL and the league’s players’ union agreed to modify their substance abuse policy, increasing the THC level for a positive test, according to a memo that was sent to agents and players on ...ABC News - Dec. 4 -
Mike Vrabel open to Jets' head coaching position: report
With the Jets getting ready to look for their next head coach, a potential name has reportedly entered the mix.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
Trump picks economist Faulkender for No. 2 position at Treasury
President-elect Trump announced economist Michael Faulkender as his pick for deputy secretary of the Treasury on Wednesday, the second-highest ranking position at the department. If confirmed, ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
The positive flipside of rampant inflation
The biggest debt reduction scheme in history?Financial Times - Dec. 4 -
Modelo brewer Constellation Brands' sale of Svedka vodka is a positive move for the stock
Wine and spirits have been a consistent drag on the brewer's earnings.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Most employees on lookout for or seeking new position: Survey
Most employees are on the lookout for or actively seeking a new position as an increasing number of workers feel detached from their jobs, according to a new survey. The Gallup poll, released ...The Hill - Dec. 3
