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The Guardian - World
Global methane emissions rising at fastest rate in decades, scientists warn
Researchers call for immediate action to reduce methane emissions and avert dangerous escalation in climate crisis. Global emissions of methane, a powerful planet-heating gas, are “rising rapidly” at the fastest rate in decades, requiring ...18 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The WSJ Dollar Index Falls
The WSJ Dollar Index slipped amid expectations that the Fed will cut rates in September.5 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises
The dollar strengthened for the second time over the last three sessions.6 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The Rise of Hezbollah in the Middle East
Border clashes between Israel and Hezbollah risk spiraling into full war as the two sides continue to trade fire. WSJ explains how the group has gained power in the Middle East and why its fight with Israel is intensifying.1 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The Case Against Low Interest Rates
The dollar is strong, inflation is down, and the average American isn’t calling for cheap money.6 hr ago -
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Inc. - Business
Fed Meeting Could Mean a Rate Cut. Or Not
The fight to get inflation back to the central bank's 2 percent target is nearing an end, but rates likely won't drop for another two months.13 hr ago - Federal Reserve -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Investors on Alert for Fed Signals of September Rate Cut
Officials were burned earlier this year by hotter inflation, but new risks to the labor market have helped rebuild the groundwork for cuts.1 hr ago - Federal Reserve -
The Guardian - World
The sinister, shocking rise of dog attacks on postal workers
In the past five years, 1,000 postal workers have had a finger partly or fully bitten off through a letterbox. Many others have experienced horrific, life-changing injuries, too. Why is this problem suddenly so much worse?. Early in December last ...23 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Diageo Sales Fall But Return to Growth Targeted
Spirits maker Diageo said a weak performance in North America and Latin America dragged sales lower in the last fiscal year, but that it was taking measures to return to growth once the consumer environment improves.20 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
L'Oreal Earnings Rise on Growth Outside of China
L’Oreal’s earnings rose in the second quarter, driven by growth outside of China.10 hr ago - China -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gold Rises Back Toward Record Levels
Gold settled 1.1% higher, up four of the past six sessions, and silver rose 2.4%, up two of the past three sessions.8 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
L'Oreal Earnings Rise on Growth Outside of China
L’Oreal’s earnings rose in the second quarter, driven by growth outside of China.10 hr ago - China -
The Wall Street Journal - World
JGBs Slide on Reports BOJ Considering Rate Increase
JGBs slid in the morning Tokyo session on media reports that the Bank of Japan was considering a rate increase at its two-day meeting ending today.3 hr ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How low will mortgage rates drop after the Fed cuts rates? Experts weigh in
A Fed interest rate cut is finally on the horizon. Here's how experts say that drop could impact mortgage rates.12 hr ago - Mortgage -
CBS News - Top stories
How to get the best mortgage rate this August, according to experts
High home prices and elevated interest rates make it essential to obtain the lowest mortgage rate possible now.12 hr ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Car insurance prices rise along with number of uninsured drivers
The rising costs of car insurance in the U.S. are contributing to an increased number of uninsured drivers, according to new data. Mark Friedlander, the communications director for the Insurance Information Institute, joins CBS News with more ...10 hr ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Tyreek Hill is only WR with a 99 rating in this year's 'Madden,' and he was pleased
Tyreek Hill will be one of the few players with a perfect rating.9 hr ago -
CBS News - Top stories
The Fed set to issue decision on interest rates. Here's what to expect.
The Federal Reserve is meeting July 30-31 to discuss its benchmark rate. Here's what economists say about the impact on your money.9 hr ago - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
NI health staff ‘should get above inflation pay rises’
Two independent review bodies have recommended pay rises between 5.5%-6%.7 hr ago -
CBS News - Top stories
4 ways to lower your credit card interest rates right now
If the high rates on your credit cards are making it tough to pay off what you owe, these strategies could help.7 hr ago -
Financial Times - Business
StanChart chief praises ‘serious’ UK Labour government
Bill Winters cites ‘attractiveness’ of new administration as bank reports rising profits19 hr ago - United Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gold Seen Bolstered by Fed Rate Cuts, Western Investment
Gold prices are expected to find support from long-awaited interest-rate cuts in the U.S. and renewed appetite from Western investors for the remainder of the year, after central-bank buying and over-the-counter purchases propelled demand to ...21 hr ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Eurozone second quarter GDP rises 0.3%, up 0.6% for year
Eurozone economic growth maintained its pace in the second quarter, shrugging off unexpected contraction in powerhouse member Germany.18 hr ago -
MarketWatch - Business
JetBlue Airways stock rises after it posts surprise profit
Stock gains 16% in morning trading13 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Buyout Firms Adjust to Higher Rates While Other Hurdles Loom
Public-market volatility and geopolitical tensions raise bigger concerns for private-equity firms than capital costs, a survey shows.17 hr ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Whether the Fed cuts rates or not, inflation is going higher — and so are stocks
The U.S. economy and the stock market can thrive even if inflation doesn’t fall to 2%.16 hr ago - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
US announces $500 million military investment to Philippines as China threat rises
The U.S. on Tuesday announced a $500 million investment in the Philippines to help modernize the Filipino armed forces and coast guard as Manila faces a rising threat from China in the disputed waters of the Indo-Pacific. The half-billion dollars ...11 hr ago - China -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
MLB trade grades: How experts rated Giants dealing Soler to Braves
Here's how experts graded the Giants trading Jorge Soler and Luke Jackson to the Braves.9 hr ago - MLB -
CNBC - Business
We are taking some profits on this health-care stock and updating our rating
We are trimming the position so that we have more room to buy on weakness.11 hr ago -
The Hill - Politics
Walz’s star rising in Harris veepstakes with attacks on Trump, Vance
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) has seen his national profile skyrocket as he becomes one of his party's most vocal critics of the GOP in the wake of the presidential race’s shake-up. Walz, who leads a blue-leaning state that former President Trump ...9 hr ago - Donald Trump -
MarketWatch - Business
A surprise Fed rate cut might be good for consumers — but not for the stock market
Investors are clamoring for affirmation the Fed will begin cutting rates in September. But a surprise easing on Wednesday likely wouldn’t go over well.8 hr ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Will credit card debt forgiveness be worth it when the Fed cuts interest rates?
With a Fed rate cut on the horizon, it's important to weigh whether this debt relief option is still worth pursuing.8 hr ago - Federal Reserve -
The Guardian - World
Olympic swimmers wear masks as concerns over Covid rise across camps
Athletes becoming more strict with precautions Team GB’s Whittle: ‘Hand sanitising, wearing masks’ Further evidence of concern about the impact of Covid on swimming elements of the Olympics appeared on Tuesday night, when coaching teams of ...4 hr ago - Covid -
BBC News - Top stories
Rising terror threat from people simply fascinated by violence, say police
UK and US officers say they are seeing threats from individuals who don't support a particular ideology.3 hr ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Nikkei Down 1.3%, Dragged by Auto, Real-Estate Stocks
Japanese stocks were lower, dragged by falls in auto and real-estate stocks, as caution grows over the Bank of Japan’s further policy tightening and following U.S. tech selloffs overnight.3 hr ago -
Financial Times - World
China’s factory activity contracts for third straight month
Beijing has called for faster stimulus to strengthen lagging economic growth1 hr ago - China -
Financial Times - Business
UK starts tax crackdown on non-doms and private equity bosses
Government launches plans affecting buyout industry and wealthy foreigners living in the UK10 hr ago - United Kingdom -
ESPN - Sports
Madden 25 player ratings: McCaffrey joins 99 Club as top RBs release on Day 2
We reveal the top 10 players at each position for Madden 25 and which players made it into the 99 Club.13 hr ago -
Financial Times - Business
‘Fiscal hole’ identified by Reeves includes £9.4bn in pay awards
Decision to accept recommendations of pay review bodies in full was ‘a choice’, experts say9 hr ago