Increasing Production

The UAE opens its annual oil-and-gas summit, pledging to increase output

The United Arab Emirates has opened its annual oil-and-gas summit as it plans to increase energy output even as global prices have fallen

World - ABC News - November 4

The overstuffed football calendar is reducing quality but increasing drama | Jonathan Wilson

There is an awful paradox at the heart of the modern game’s economic model: the toll on players’ bodies could make for a more balanced Premier League. Sign up to Soccer with Jonathan Wilson ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Can Nashville Persuade Voters That a Sales Tax Increase Is Worth the Price?

Desperate to compete with other growing cities, Nashville’s leaders are trying once again to convince voters that a sales tax increase is worth the price.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 4

Nicotine pouches prove a hit but come under increasing scrutiny

Flavoured sachets have soared in popularity with biggest tobacco companies moving in

World - Financial Times - November 5

Reeves insists she will not be ‘coming back with more tax increases’

UK chancellor describes last week’s £40bn tax-raising Budget as a ‘one-off reset’ and one ‘we will never need . . . again’

World - Financial Times - November 6

As the Fed cuts rates, here’s which CDs are actually increasing their APYs

The general trend since September has been lower CD yields, but some are going in the opposite direction

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Israel faces U.S. deadline to dramatically increase flow of aid to Gaza

The White House gave Israel 30 days to hugely increase the amount of humanitarian aid getting into Gaza. That deadline is approaching fast.

World - CBS News - 3 days ago

VW managers again lose out in court case on bonuses and increases

World - Yahoo News - 3 days ago

Americans' increased pandemic drinking lasted for years, study finds

Pandemic-prompted drinking persists, according to a new study that shows a continued increase in alcohol use.

Israel facing U.S.-imposed deadline Wednesday to increase flow of Gaza aid

Israel is facing a Wednesday deadline to comply with the Biden administration's deadline to increase aid to Gaza or face restrictions on American military support. CBS News senior foreign ...

Excessive drinking inches higher after pandemic increase: Research

Excessive drinking continued increasing in 2022, after rising during the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study that was released on Tuesday. The study, published in the Annals ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

French farmers protest EU-Mercosur deal that will increase South American imports

French farmers have protested against a trade deal that would increase agricultural imports from South America, saying it hurt their livelihoods

World - ABC News - Yesterday

The U.S. Warned Israel to Increase Gaza Aid. The Results Are in Dispute.

The Biden administration says Israel has taken steps to improve humanitarian situation, but aid groups say conditions are dire.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago

New inflation data shows increase, days after election

Inflation accelerated in October, snapping a streak of six consecutive months of cooling inflation.

Will credit card interest rates increase now that inflation is climbing?

Inflation ticked back up again in October, which could impact your credit card interest rates. Here's how.

Vanguard Group increases GameStop position, surpassing CEO Ryan Cohen’s stake

The asset-management giant has grown its stake in videogame retailer and original meme stock.

Business - MarketWatch - 22 hours ago

What does the inflation rate increase mean for American consumers?

The Labor Department data released Wednesday showed that inflation ticked back up in October, which is what economists were expecting. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on ...

Swiss Re Net Profit Falls On U.S. Liability Reserve Increase

The reinsurer said resilient underwriting and contributions from all its business lines were offset by a $2.4 billion increase in the liability reserves of its property and casualty U.S. business.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 11 hours ago

Weight-loss drug firm accused of prioritising profits after halting insulin pen production

Novo Nordisk’s decision will force people in developing countries to use outdated glass vials and syringes, warn campaigners. The pharmaceutical company behind injectable weight-loss drugs has been ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

LVMH executive says it would be a mistake to offer more affordable products. Here’s why he’s right.

The comments come as the French luxury brand saw a 3% sales decline this quarter.

Business - MarketWatch - October 17

Hollywood production falls below strike levels as reality TV takes massive hit

Production levels in the Greater Los Angeles area in the third quarter of 2024 were 5% lower than they were during the strikes, according to FilmLA.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 16

Global water crisis leaves half of world food production at risk in next 25 years

Landmark review says urgent action needed to conserve resources and save ecosystems that supply fresh water. More than half the world’s food production will be at risk of failure within the next 25 ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

Italian autoworkers go on strike, as troubled Stellantis faces pressure over production plans

Workers in Italy’s troubled automotive sector are holding a national strike for the first time in 20 years, with a massive demonstration crossing the center of Rome

World - ABC News - October 18

D.E. Shaw, Mantle Ridge zero in on key fixes to build shareholder value at Air Products

Both activists want to address CEO succession planning and capital allocation at the company.

Business - CNBC - October 19

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield will not be disciplined for using nicotine product during game, per report

Mayfield could reportedly be fined if he's caught again

Sports - CBS Sports - October 25

From Paddington Bear to Gladiator, tax breaks lure productions from Hollywood heartland

Abu Dhabi and the Canary Islands among those ramping up incentives as studios seek to control costs

World - Financial Times - October 26

Everything I’ve learned as a beauty columnist about the products that actually work, from £17 body cream to LED masks

Overwhelmed by the number of products on sale? Tempted to try a time-saving trick? Our beauty columnist shares her expert tips on what works – and what to swerve • 50 best beauty bargains for ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Scientists Just Discovered Diving Headfirst Into Your Workday Will Make You Significantly More Productive

Granted, the study focused on workout performance–but the takeaway applies to work as well.

Business - Inc. - October 28

Apple introduces the first dose of artificial intelligence into its new product lineup with a free software update

Tech - ABC News - October 28

Pfizer tops earnings estimates, hikes full-year guidance as Covid products help sales

It is a critical quarterly report for Pfizer, which is grappling with activist pressure from Starboard Value.

Business - CNBC - October 29

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