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CNBC - Business
Tesla, Nvidia lead tech-heavy Nasdaq to one of best days of 2024 after Fed rate cut
Following the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut, tech stocks had a slightly delayed rally but jumped on Thursday, with the Nasdaq climbing 2.5%.3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
NBC News - Top stories
The U.S. health care system is failing, a startling new report finds
The U.S. ranks as the worst performer among 10 developed nations in critical areas of health care, according to a startling new report from The Commonwealth Fund.4 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
At Google antitrust trial, documents say one thing. The tech giant's witnesses say different
The judge who will decide whether Google holds a monopoly over technology that matches buyers and sellers of online advertising must choose whether to believe what Google executives wrote or what ...6 hours ago - Google -
CBS News - Top stories
Big tech companies engage in "vast surveillance" of users, FTC says
FTC Chair Lina Khan says tech giants such as Meta and Google "endanger people's privacy" and "expose them to a host of harms."6 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Senate panel votes to hold Steward Health CEO in contempt of Congress
A Senate panel investigating the bankruptcy of hospital chain Steward Health Care voted on Thursday to hold the company's CEO in contempt of Congress for defying a subpoena and refusing to appear ...9 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Meta to European Union: Your Tech Rules Threaten to Squelch the AI Boom
The Facebook parent and other companies are warning in an open letter that the regulations risk hampering innovation and economic growth.9 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
After Cuts, Lost Tech Jobs Aren't Likely to Return Soon
Silicon Valley layoffs accounted forover half of nearly 76,000 jobs eliminated in August, prompting warnings thatwarn the era of boundless tech opportunities is probably over.9 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Smaller Rivals Grab Market Share From United Health Tech Unit After Hack
The February cyberattack that snarled its Change Healthcare IT business created an opportunity for competitors, who say they are retaining customers who sought secure alternatives.9 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
Everything You Need to Know About the WIRED & Octopus Energy Tech Summit 2024
Get ready for the return of the annual energy summit in Berlin on October 10.10 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
European Union moves to compel Apple to open up operating system to rival tech
The European Union says it will outline steps to compel Apple to open up its iPhone and iPad operating systems to competing technologies under the bloc’s tough new digital rulebook, which threatens ...10 hours ago - US Open -
Inc. - Business
How This Founder Partnered With Google and Unicef to Bring More Women Into Tech
Bringing more women into AI roles could add $200 billion to the global economy. Here's how to recruit and retain female talent.11 hours ago - Google -
The Hill - Politics
England’s strained health care system should ring alarms in the US
We aren’t there yet in the U.S., but there are several warning signs that we are heading in the wrong direction.12 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
‘A troubling halo of health’: how Celsius became Red Bull for women
The energy drink with 200mg of caffeine per can has gained a cult following in the US due to its wellness-coded image. On Dakota Johnson ’s first day on set to film her directorial debut Loser ...13 hours ago -
ABC News - Health
PHOTO COLLECTION: Health Mpox
This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors.17 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Tech’s climate cost and TikTok’s day in court
The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times17 hours ago - Climate -
CNBC - Business
Billionaire tech CEO says bosses shouldn't 'BS' employees about the impact AI will have on jobs
Business leaders shouldn't "BS" employees about the impact of AI on jobs, according to one tech billionaire, who says they should be transparent and honest.19 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Global AI fund needed to help developing nations tap tech benefits, UN says
Governments and private firms should contribute to help states unable to invest and benefit from advances. Governments and private companies should contribute to a global artificial intelligence ...19 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
US health system ranks last compared with peer nations, report finds
Despite Americans paying nearly double that of other nations, the US fares poorly in list of 10 countries. The United States health system ranked dead last in an international comparison of 10 peer ...20 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Tech Jobs Have Dried Up---and Aren't Coming Back Soon
Employment for software engineers has cooled as resources shift toward developing artificial intelligence.20 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
US Senate Warns Big Tech to Act Fast Against Election Meddling
In an Intelligence Committee hearing with representatives from Google, Apple, and Meta on Wednesday, senators stressed that foreign influence is far from a solved problem.Yesterday -
NBC News - Politics
Tech executives grilled over election disinformation
A top Senate committee grilled top tech executives today over the increasing number of foreign adversaries working to interfere online in the 2024 presidential election, including Iran, Russia and ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Health
Tulane's public health school secures major gift to expand
A longtime donor who has given more than $160 million to Tulane University is the new namesake of the university’s expanding school of public healthYesterday -
The New York Times - Health
What R.F.K. Jr.’s Alliance With Trump Could Mean for Public Health
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has long voiced doubts about vaccine safety, has hopes of influencing federal health policy. Could he finally get the chance?Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Watch live: Senate Intel panel to grill tech execs on election interference
Executives from Microsoft, Google's parent company Alphabet and Meta — which owns Facebook and Instagram — are providing testimony to the Senate Intelligence Committee Wednesday about attempts by ...Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
This Company Is Giving Office Water Coolers a High-Tech Makeover. Hybrid Workers Are Big Fans
Bevi's sustainable water dispensers have seen less use post-pandemic--yet the company is hitting new revenue highs, thanks to hybrid employees' enthusiasm.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Steward Health CEO pleads the Fifth ahead of contempt vote
The embattled head of Steward Health Care told lawmakers he is invoking his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination and will not comply with a congressional subpoena. In a letter sent ...Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Sisters tell of years searching for health answers
Annika and Sarah say they spent years navigating different appointments before getting a diagnosis.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Lebanon explosions ‘an extremely concerning escalation’, says UN official, as Hezbollah threatens retaliation – live
Young girl among those killed as nearly 3,000 people injured; US says it had no involvement. Hezbollah vows retaliation after deadly pager explosions At a glance: what we know so far German ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Klobuchar, Warner press tech leaders to take action against election-related disinformation
Democratic Sens. Amy Klobuchar (Minn.) and Mark Warner (Va.) sent a letter to major tech leaders on Tuesday, urging them to take "decisive action" against disinformation related to the 2024 general ...2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Harris-Trump election has Big Tech 'at a crossroads' after slump in dealmaking
With regulators making it hard for large tech companies to do significant deals, M&A transaction volume in the industry continues to drop.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
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 -
CBS News - Top stories
The Galaxy Ring tracks your health in style: Hands-on review
Learn about the powers and capabilities of the new Galaxy Ring -- a wearable health and fitness tool.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Marlboro maker sells asthma inhaler group at discount after health backlash
Philip Morris pivot from tobacco to healthcare with purchase of Vectura sparked opposition from doctors2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Taliban’s curbs on women add to risk of polio outbreak, health officials warn
Regime suspends polio campaign across Afghanistan over security concerns and women’s role in vaccination drive. Afghanistan is at risk of a polio outbreak, health officials have warned, after the ...2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
CNBC Daily Open: Rate cuts might not benefit tech the most
Technology stocks benefit the most from low interest rates, conventional market wisdom says. But that might not hold true this cycle.2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Malnutrition crisis threatens child health gains, warns Bill Gates
Foundation says about 40mn children are at risk of stunted growth as climate change worsens food security2 days ago