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World - The Guardian
‘Elephants show immense interest in corpses’: Susana Monsó, the philosopher examining what animals know about death
Do other species understand that life ends? Do they mourn and even bury their dead? The Spanish academic and writer is looking for answers . An opossum will play dead to escape a predator. Ants ...35 minutes ago -
Business - The New York Times
What an Escalating Middle East Conflict Could Mean for the Global Economy
The biggest risk is a sustained increase in oil prices.3 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘My disability is the least interesting thing about me’: Actor Adam Pearson on fame, film and his sibling rivalry
Actor Adam Pearson feels disfigurement onscreen is often presented as a problem. He sees it very differently. He talks about karaoke in Croydon, rivalry with his twin, Oscar ambitions – and why his ...3 hours ago -
Science - The New York Times
The Problem With the Hurricane Category Rating
After Helene, it may be time to rethink how to communicate the risks posed by storms, especially extreme rain.21 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
What September's strong jobs report means for you
A blockbuster jobs report for September sent stocks to record highs. The economy added 245,000 jobs last month, according to the Labor Department, exceeding the expectations of most economists. ...23 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
'I'm not interested in turning him into a checker': John Tortorella's plan for Flyers rookie Matvei Michkov
"I have no doubt that there's going to be some fireworks," GM Danny Briere said. But the pairing must work for Philly to get back to the playoffs.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
The U.S. port strike is over. This is what it means for transportation and shipping stocks.
The end of the three-day U.S. port strike has implications for a number of transportation and shipping stocks, say analysts.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Mortgage rates are dropping, but the housing market is still stuck. Here’s why.
A crisis of unaffordability has held the housing market hostage. That situation is not likely to change anytime soon, according to Fannie Mae’s chief economist — and there’s one culprit.Yesterday - Mortgage -
Business - MarketWatch
JPMorgan, Wells Fargo to kick off bank earnings parade as Wall Street weighs lower interest rates
JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Wells Fargo & Co. kick off third-quarter earnings season this coming Friday, as Wall Street looks for fresh clues on how lower interest rates may boost profits for big U.S. ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
India is getting serious about wine. What will that mean?
The latest hobby enjoyed by affluent Indians might give producers reason to be cheerfulYesterday - India -
Top stories - CBS News
What unexpected surge in jobs report means for the U.S economy
The Labor Department reported an unexpectedly large surge in new job creation, with employers adding 254,000 jobs in September. That's far above what was projected by economists. Jo Ling Kent ...Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
Jobless rates fall for Black and Hispanic men in September
Black and Hispanic men experienced a fall in jobless rates in September.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Dollar strengthens after US beats forecasts with 254,000 new jobs in September – as it happened
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news. US adds over 250,000 jobs in September, defying fears of slowdown The pound jumped as traders reacted to Huw Pill’s call for a ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
New jobs report stronger than expected, signaling more potential interest rate cuts this year
The second-to-last jobs report before Election Day was just released and it shows stronger than expected numbers that could signal more federal interest rate cuts. CBS News contributor Javier David ...Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
‘I wasn’t interested in Churchill’: Steve McQueen on the ‘ordinary people’ in his film Blitz
Director’s second world war feature is a grimy, chaotic look at Londoners navigating their way through hell. When Steve McQueen’s new film, Blitz, premieres at the London film festival on 9 ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
What could impact mortgage interest rates this fall?
Several factors could shape mortgage interest rates this fall. Here are a few to look out for now.2 days ago - Mortgage -
World - The Guardian
‘The ultimate reminder’: readers on what their tattoos mean to them
With number of Britons getting inked on the rise, people share the memories, loved ones and values that inspired them. After Ed Sibley’s mother died in January he had a mug of tea tattooed on his ...2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
September surprise? U.S. jobs report holds key to Fed rate cuts.
The U.S. jobs report has overtaken inflation as the chief worry of the Federal Reserve as it plots how fast to cut interest rates.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
World - The Guardian
Antarctica is ‘greening’ at dramatic rate as climate heats
Analysis of satellite data finds plant cover has increased more than tenfold over the last few decades. Plant cover across the Antarctic peninsula has soared more than tenfold over the last few ...2 days ago - Climate -
Business - Inc.
How to Handle Conflicts of Interest in Business
Protect your reputation before conflicts emerge.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'Botched insulation means mushrooms grow on my walls'
MPs and Citizens Advice urge the government to address regulation of the sector.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Why mortgage rates rose after initially falling
Mortgage rates dropped after the Fed's interest rate cut announcement in September. Although rates appear to have slightly risen since dropping to a record two-year low, experts still believe they ...2 days ago - Mortgage -
Entertainment - ABC News
The Grammys' voting body is more diverse, with 66% new members. What does it mean for the awards?
For years, the Grammy Awards have been criticized over a lack of diversity, a a reflection of the Recording Academy’s electorate2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
What could happen to CD interest rates this October? Here's what experts think.
CD rates have been high for the last two years. But will they remain so now, post-rate cut? Here's what to know.2 days ago -
Tech - VentureBeat
Racking up major purchase conversion rates with mobile game web shops
In a world of ever-declining revenue margins for game developers, direct-to-consumer is becoming essential.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Should you lock in a mortgage rate now? Experts weigh in
Mortgage rates could fall further, but there are drawbacks to waiting. Here's what some experts suggest doing.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
What the dockworker strike could mean for the future of automation in ports
As the dockworker strike continues, the fight over automation may shape the future of port operations. With billions of dollars at stake, the outcome could affect not only jobs, but the global ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
A live-action version of Rugrats with CGI babies sounds nightmarish … and kind of interesting | Stuart Heritage
Paramount’s ‘hybrid’ spin on the animated cartoon is bound to be disturbingly freakish, as it mixes real actors with animated baby-blobs. Not so long ago, the trailer for next year’s Minecraft ...3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Interest rate cuts could be more aggressive, Bank of England governor says
Governor Andrew Bailey hints that borrowing costs could come down faster if inflation stays in line.3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
What a Middle East oil price shock could mean for US consumers
A worst-case scenario for the market could send prices spiralling into the triple digits3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects you3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Lions' 100 percent completion rate makes NFL history
The Lions threw 19 passes on Monday night.5 days ago - NFL -