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Chinese factory activity expands for first time in six months
Beijing set to unveil fiscal stimulus focused on struggling local governments next weekBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
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Mattel’s ‘Wicked’ movie dolls mistakenly list pornography site on packaging
Something wicked this way comes on the packaging of Mattel‘s “Wicked” dolls.Top stories - NBC News - 4 days ago -
'Wicked' dolls' packaging includes link to a porn site. Mattel apologizes
Mattel apologizes and pulls its line of 'Wicked'-themed dolls from stores after misprinting its website link, sending consumers to an adult film site.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago -
Hong Kong stocks fall as China’s stimulus package disappoints
Hang Seng index down 1.5% after Beijing unveils $1.4tn plan to restructure local government debt but no consumer supportBusiness - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Mattel Mistakenly Lists Porn Site on Packaging for ‘Wicked’ Dolls
The site has a similar address to one that promotes a film adaptation of the hit musical. The toymaker apologized for the “unfortunate error.”Business - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
Mattel Apologizes for Porn Site Misprint on 'Wicked' Toy Packaging
The company didn’t disclose how many toys were affected or if it was recalling any products.Business - The Wall Street Journal - 3 days ago -
Did the US election polls fail?
Polls predicted a tight race - then Donald Trump won a commanding victory. So what went wrong?Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
PSNI not 'rigorous enough' in investigating Simpson death
For several months, Katie Simpson’s death in 2020 was treated by detectives as a suicide.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
A U.S. fiscal crisis would happen incredibly quickly — and there’s no way to predict when, says head of budget watchdog
The U.S. fiscal backdrop is “structurally unsound,” but no one knows when or if financial markets might force change, says president of the bipartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget.Business - MarketWatch - October 24 -
Treasury market under Trump at risk from inflation, not larger fiscal deficit, says analyst
The danger to the Treasury market from a second Donald Trump presidency comes not from a sharp increase in bond issuance but revived price pressuresBusiness - MarketWatch - October 25 -
Europe can learn fiscal lessons from the UK on how to achieve its goals
A co-ordinated reform agenda is crucial if the EU is serious about becoming a climate leader and geopolitical playerBusiness - Financial Times - November 1 -
Small Business Administration-Backed Financing Rose to $56 Billion in Fiscal Year 2024
Smaller loans made up for much of the additional funding.Business - Inc. - 6 days ago -
Plan to build houses next to Premier Inn fails
The hotel giant said it would have helped in “a modest way” to provide new houses in West Berkshire.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18 -
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Meta Battles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit in Massachusetts
Meta, which owns and operates Facebook and Instagram, is facing accusations that it used tactics to get users hooked on its platforms.Business - Inc. - October 19 -
Boeing to Bring New Offer in Attempt to End Strike
Boeing’s machinist strike is nearing its second month.Business - Inc. - October 19 -
‘Kindness’ Content, Gifting Cash for Clicks, Draws Criticism as Performative
Critics say recording and sharing video of an unwitting stranger to gain social media clout is problematic.Business - Inc. - October 19 -
Mail Carriers, USPS Strike Tentative Contract for Raises, Upgraded Trucks
Postal workers have been working without a contract since May 2023.Business - Inc. - October 19 -
KC Chiefs Tight End and Taylor Swift Boyfriend Travis Kelce Just Taught a Valuable Lesson in How to Build a Following
Fans love you more if you let them get to know your story, Kelce says.Business - Inc. - October 20 -
Instantly Identify Bad Leadership with These 7 Warning Signs
What does it take to be a good leader? Avoid these common mistakes at all cost.Business - Inc. - October 20 -
Chick-fil-A Just Made a Very Smart Announcement, and These 5 Words Mattered Most
“Our unique approach, with locally owned and operated restaurants, will also allow us to better connect with people in Singapore.”Business - Inc. - October 20 -
5 Keys to Fostering a Mindset of Accountability In Your Team
You don’t get team accountability without a caring culture and a leader role model.Business - Inc. - October 20 -
Jets fail to spark as Rodgers admits energy 'flat'
The addition of Davante Adams was supposed to provide a spark and galvanize the Jets offense. Instead, they managed only two touchdowns and were shut out in the second half of a 37-15 loss to ...Sports - ESPN - October 21 -
Tesla Earnings Call Could Mean Tough Robotaxi Questions for Musk
Investors will likely grill the mercurial CEO over the company’s major strategic shifts, including self-driving software and sales in China and the U.S.Business - Inc. - October 21 -
The Aaron Rodgers-Jets Experiment Has Failed
The 40-year-old quarterback is on pace for one of the worst seasons of his career, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - October 30 -
Cyber security companies are thriving — even when they fail
This may be the ultimate industry for providing very lucrative but ineffective solutionsWorld - Financial Times - October 31 -
Plane fails to land amid fierce typhoon in Taiwan
A plane at Taoyuan Airport was forced to abort its initial landing amid strong winds.Top stories - BBC News - November 1 -
Florida ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana fails
A ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana in the state of Florida is projected to fall short, according to Decision Desk HQ, although medicinal use is still legal in the Sunshine State. ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Effort to add abortion rights to Florida's Constitution fails
Florida voters on Tuesday rejected a ballot measure that would have enshrined abortion rights in the state constitution.Top stories - NBC News - November 6 -
3 states uphold abortion restrictions, 7 others protect abortion access
Measures that would have protected abortion rights at the state level are projected to fail in Florida, Nebraska and South Dakota.Top stories - ABC News - November 6 -
Florida's Amendment 4 on abortion fails to pass
Florida has voted to decline the pro-abortion rights amendment, NBC News details the first state to have rejected such a proposal since Roe v. Wade was overturned.Top stories - NBC News - November 6 -
Ohio measure establishing citizen redistricting commission fails
A ballot measure that would have established a new body for drawing the state maps in Ohio, removing elected officials entirely, is projected to fail — dealing a blow to Democrats, according to ...Politics - The Hill - November 6
