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What the October jobs report says about the state of the economy
The final jobs report before Election Day shows the number of jobs added to the U.S. economy plummeted in October, with only 12,000 new hires. Despite adding roughly 100,000 fewer jobs than ...Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
Iran threatens ‘crushing response’ to Israel’s October air strikes
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insists Islamic republic will not back downBusiness - Financial Times - November 2 -
New Yorkers urged to conserve water after driest October in 150 years
Mayor Eric Adams asks residents to take shorter showers as city agencies ordered to prepare conservation plans. New York ’s mayor urged residents to take shorter showers, fix dripping faucets and ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
For MLB teams chasing October glory, building a bullpen is a vital — and confounding — exercise
For a World Series that was supposed to feature an epic battle between sluggers Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, guys like Mark Leiter Jr., Luke Weaver, Alex Vesia and Anthony Banda sure got a lot of ...Sports - ABC News - November 6 -
China's exports grew 12.7% in October, fastest pace in more than 2 years
China has reported its exports rose 12.7% in October from a year earlier, the fastest monthly growth in more than two yearsWorld - ABC News - November 7 -
Gaza’s top Islamic scholar issues fatwa criticising 7 October attack
It is an embarrassing critique for Hamas, which has used religious arguments to justify its actions.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
October second-warmest, second-driest on record for U.S.: NOAA
October 2024 was both the second-warmest and second-driest October ever recorded in the U.S., according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The 48 contiguous U.S. states ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
New inflation data shows increase, days after election
Inflation accelerated in October, snapping a streak of six consecutive months of cooling inflation.Top stories - ABC News - Yesterday -
Inflation Rose Slightly in October, But Two-Year Downward Trend Remains
Higher prices on rent, used cars and air fares contributed to a statistical bump in the Labor Department’s measures of inflation, which most affect consumers.Business - Inc. - Yesterday -
Here are our top 5 performing stocks since October's Monthly Meeting
Donald Trump's presidential election victory and the Fed's policy decisions have been front and center since our last monthly gathering.Business - CNBC - 11 hours ago -
China retail sales beat forecasts in October while real estate slump worsens
Retail sales grew by 4.8% year-on-year, the National Bureau of Statistics said Friday. That was above the 3.8% forecasted in a Reuters poll, and a pickup from 3.2% growth in September.Business - CNBC - 34 minutes ago -
Social Media Layoffs Hit Meta
The tech giant confirmed an unspecified number of job cuts at WhatsApp and Instagram.Business - Inc. - October 17 -
They Smash Chestnuts as a Sport. Then Controversy Hit.
World Conker Championships is a light-hearted event that has attracted contestants from all over the globe. This year, a cheating scandal took it by storm.Sports - The New York Times - October 20 -
Yellow warnings in place as Storm Ashley hits
Warnings in Cumbria, Devon and Cornwall are issued for winds gusting up to 60mph (97km/h) and rain.Top stories - BBC News - October 20 -
UK borrowing costs hit highest level this year as gilt sell-off intensifies
Bond markets unnerved by scale of extra borrowing in chancellor Rachel Reeves’ BudgetBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
Western consumer groups unconvinced by China’s economic stimulus efforts
Falling sales for luxury, beauty and beer companies fuel doubts about Beijing’s attempts to boost confidenceBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
Trump hits three battleground states
Former President Donald Trump held campaign events in Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia on Sunday. Nikole Killion reports.Top stories - CBS News - November 3 -
Trump and Harris make final push to break US election deadlock
Presidential candidates descend on Pennsylvania as polls in most crucial swing state show a dead heatBusiness - Financial Times - November 5 -
How violence became a theme of America’s election
Voters are on edge after a campaign season characterised by ‘unprecedented’ levels of extreme rhetoricBusiness - Financial Times - November 4 -
FirstFT: Bitcoin hits a record high
Also in today’s newsletter, Kremlin denies Putin spoke to Trump last week and America Inc’s new chief executiveWorld - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Analogue Fully Unveils Its Modernized N64 - Preorders Go Live October 21
Analogue has lifted the veil on its modernized Nintendo 64 console. Originally teased last year--exactly one year ago today, in fact--the Analogue 3D plays N64 game cartridges in 4K resolution. ...Tech - GameSpot - October 16 -
The Musk-led group driving millions to Trump’s White House bid
Also in today’s newsletter, shamelessness in American politics and Kamala Harris’s appearance on Fox NewsWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
USWNT roster: Post-Olympic October squad contains gold medal heroes as well as fresh faces for Emma Hayes
While the CBA mandates that the Olympians all be included, some injuries created room for a few debutsSports - CBS Sports - October 17 -
How the UK can improve its ‘offer’ to the world
Eli Lilly’s chief says the country must do more to attract business, yet budgets are tightWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Gold: ‘the ultimate perceived safe haven asset’?
BofA gets the goldbugWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Cheaper alternative to northern leg of HS2 under consideration
Feasibility study to be launched for a Birmingham to Manchester rail route that could be part-funded by private financeWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Labour’s unambitious reset with the EU
The UK government has constrained itself too much within its red linesWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Liz Kendall expected to retain £1.3bn cut to UK sickness benefits in Budget
Move by work and pensions secretary likely to cause concern among disability rights activistsWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Power bats are beating power arms in 2024 MLB playoffs, and it's led to unforgettable October chaos
Late-inning home runs have driven the postseason so farSports - CBS Sports - October 18 -
Metaphor: ReFantazio's Hard-To-Find PC Collector's Edition Is Available At Amazon (October 18)
Metaphor: ReFantazio Collector's Edition ...Tech - GameSpot - October 18 -
Destiny 2's Xur Has A Skimmer And Other Exotics For Sale Right Now (October 18-22)
Xur has opened up shop once again in Destiny 2 ,and this week, he's selling Xurfboards. In addition to his usual selection of Exotic arms and armor, you'll be able to get yourself a skimmer to ...Tech - GameSpot - October 18 -
World Of Minecraft Special-Edition Book Gets $50 Preorder Discount At Amazon, Releases October 29
The World Of Minecraft Standard Edition $28 (was ...Tech - GameSpot - October 18 -
Winners and losers of 2024 MLB playoffs (so far): October chaos leads to Yankees vs. Dodgers World Series
In the last three weeks, baseball fans have been treated to some dramatic and memorable playoff momentsSports - CBS Sports - October 21