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A 1,000-Year-Old Seed Grows in Israel
For 14 years, scientists have been growing a tree akin to the Judean balsam — the source of the balm of Gilead — but with no modern counterpart.The New York Times - 5h -
British retail sales rebound falls short of expectations
Supermarkets performed well in November but clothing stores had tough monthFinancial Times - 2d -
Seeing Low-Income Consumers Squeezed, Retailers Target $10 and Under Gifts
Inflation is still putting pressure on holiday budgets, which means more items with lower price points on shelves.Inc. - 2d -
RFU to review controversial executive pay as rebellion grows
RFU bosses Bill Sweeney and Tom Ilube could face a vote of no confidence, with a motion calling for their dismissal gathering support.BBC News - 3d -
Increased November Retail Sales Fuel Hopes for Year-End Spending Boom
Better than expected business at U.S. stores raise hopes of even stronger holiday season buying results—ahead of a potential pullback after Trump’s tariffs are applied in 2025.Inc. - 3d -
The retailers living in fear of violent shoplifters
One retailer in Edinburgh's plush Morningside district was knocked to the floor and throttled by a thiefBBC News - 4d -
Treasury yields hold steady after November retail sales, industrial production
Treasury yields finished little changed on Tuesday after stronger-than-expected retail sales for November and an unexpected decline in industrial production last month.MarketWatch - 4d -
India’s Sebi signals extension of algo trading to retail investors
Also in this newsletter: a massive spam call problem and Sajjan Jindal’s mantraFinancial Times - 5d -
China's November retail sales miss expectations as real estate slump deepens
The latest economic data out of China underscores lingering doubts about consumer spending.CNBC - 6d -
The Returns At Orell Füssli (VTX:OFN) Aren't Growing
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. One common approach is to try and...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Weak China retail sales add to pressure on Beijing to lift economy
Consumption rises less than forecast in November, highlighting why leadership made it the top economic concernFinancial Times - 6d -
Growing calls for action as drone sightings increase
There are growing calls for action as drone sightings increase in the skies over New York and New Jersey. Today Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer urged federal officials to use special drone ...NBC News - 6d -
Drone outrage grows as federal agencies keep mum
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Outrage over drones grows as federal agencies stay mum Officials ...The Hill - Dec. 13 -
As 'Yellowstone' ends, TV's hottest franchise keeps growing. But not without growing pains
Despite the departure of its main star, Kevin Costner, the Western-flavored drama has remained TV's most popular series heading into Sunday's highly anticipated series finale.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 13 -
In a Growing Utah City, Residents Are Turning Against Their Mayor
Residents voted to rein in a mayor who they say has a penchant for secrecy and is overly deferential to developers.The New York Times - Dec. 13 -
Here are the retailers shuttering thousands of stores in 2024
Some major retailers are struggling to attract customers, leading to more than 7,100 store closures in 2024 — a 69% jump from a year ago.CBS News - Dec. 12 -
HSBC reviews retail banking outside UK and Hong Kong
Bank could scale back in countries including Mexico as it seeks further cost cutsFinancial Times - Dec. 12 -
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Farmers and villagers facing growing elephant conflict in Thailand
Decades of deforestation and overdevelopment in Thailand have led to human-elephant conflict, sometimes with deadly consequences. Now, scientists may have a solution after studying elephant behavior.CBS News - Dec. 8 -
Returns are an $890 billion problem for retailers
Holiday shopping is expected to reach record levels this year.NBC News - Dec. 8 -
As South Korean investment grows, so do ‘Koreatowns’
Companies such as Samsung, Hyundai and LG have helped bring Korean culture to unexpected corners of the USFinancial Times - Dec. 8 -
Retail returns: An $890 billion problem
As shopping reaches a peak in the weeks ahead, retailers expect their return rate for the holidays to be 17% higher, on average, than the annual rate.CNBC - Dec. 7 -
Cranes work to stabilise growing sinkhole as storm rolls in
Cranes have been brought in to stabilise the chasm, now 17ft (5.2m) wide.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
The Growing Cost of Making C.E.O.s Safe
The tragic killing of UnitedHealthCare’s Brian Thompson has spurred companies to ratchet up security for their most senior executives.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Ulta Beauty shares pop as retailer beats earnings expectations despite demand fears
The retailer hiked its full-year outlook slightly to reflect the better-than-expected results.CNBC - Dec. 6 -
AI Data Centers Sprout and Grow With Increased Demand
Meta plans to build $10 billion AI data center in Louisiana as Elon Musk expands his Tennessee AI facility.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Chinese online retailer Temu suspended in Vietnam
Chinese online retailer Temu has been told to suspend operations in Vietnam after it failed to meet an end-of-November deadline to register with the country's Ministry of Industry and TradeABC News - Dec. 5 -
While institutions own 33% of Playtech plc (LON:PTEC), retail investors are its largest shareholders with 48% ownership
Key Insights Playtech's significant retail investors ownership suggests that the key decisions are influenced by...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Bitcoin hits $100,000 as Trump era hopes grow
Cryptocurrency has climbed more than 50% since US election on bets president-elect will bring in pro-crypto regulationFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
American Eagle Shares Plunge After Retailer Cuts Sales Outlook
Shares of the apparel retailer fell 12% after the company forecast a steeper-than-expected decline in sales for the holiday quarter.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
Trump Tax Cuts Won’t Help the Economy Grow, Budget Office Finds
A larger debt and higher interest rates would cancel out the boost from keeping individual taxes lower, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office found.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Foot Locker Shares Fall After Retailer Cuts Full-Year Outlook
Foot Locker cut its outlook for the year as more promotions and weak spending pushed the company to post a loss in the third quarter. Shares of the retailer fell.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
'Squid Game' tracksuits, sneakers and whisky: Behind Netflix's latest retail pitch
Netflix has been ramping up its efforts in retail, with plans to open two physical stores. It's also partnering with many brands to sell merchandise based on its shows and movies.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
Fewer shoppers turned out for Thanksgiving-weekend deals, retail group says. Here’s why.
The five-day period between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday saw fewer shoppers than a year ago, a major retail-industry group said Tuesday, due in part to the later timing of the holiday this year ...MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
A sweet Black Friday deal for retailers this year: ‘People keep spending money’
Despite a consensus that many Americans voted last month based on concerns about financial well-being and cost-of-living pressures, the recent kickoff to the holiday-shopping season is ...MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
EU to crack down on Asian online retailers Temu and Shein
Brussels considering a tax to slow surge of goods sold on sites that evade custom duties and checksFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Hegseth faces growing GOP scrutiny as allegations mount
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's embattled pick for Defense secretary, faced growing scrutiny from Republican senators Tuesday after a new set of revelations over the weekend involving ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Children’s Place profit nearly halves as troubled retailer’s turnaround efforts dampen sales
Troubled retailer is moving away from unprofitable sales and offers of free shipping.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Field grows in Democratic National Committee chair race
The field in the race to lead the Democratic National Committee is growing. Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler and former Maryland Senate candidate Robert Houton jumped in on Sunday. CBS ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Huge sinkhole is still growing, council leader warns
It could be months until evacuated residents are able to return to their homes, one homeowner says.BBC News - Dec. 2
