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McDonald's reverses U.S. same-store sales declines in the third quarter, but E. coli fallout looms

Shares of McDonald's have fallen 6% since its Quarter Pounder burgers were linked to a deadly E. coli outbreak.

Business - CNBC - October 29

‘We’re a Fortress Now’: The Militarization of US Elections Is Here

From bulletproof glass, drones, and snipers to boulders blocking election offices, the US democratic system is bracing for violent attacks in 2024.

Tech - Wired - October 30

Here’s How Trump and Harris Differ on Energy Policy

Each candidate supports higher production, Trump through fossil fuels, drilling and mining, while Harris pushes for more clean energy options.

Business - Inc. - October 30

Starbucks CEO pledges to fundamentally change strategy as sales fall for third straight quarter

Investors are expecting that Niccol will share more details about his turnaround strategy during the company's conference call, scheduled for 5 p.m. ET.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Here's why Argentina's public universities are paralyzed by protests

After 11 months in office, Argentina’s right-wing President Javier Milei has fulfilled his flagship pledge to eliminate the country’s monumental deficits by shrinking the public payroll, slashing ...

World - ABC News - October 31

Georgia secretary of state: Election is secure, and here's why

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) reassured the state’s voters that the upcoming election is secure and that voters' ballots will be counted. Raffensperger said that no matter ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Who are the oldest presidents? Here's the full list

See a full list of the oldest presidents, both during their time in the Oval Office and beyond.

Politics - CBS News - November 1

Here’s where the jobs are for October 2024 – in one chart

The jobs report for October came in much weaker than expected, and employment growth across different industries painted a mixed picture for the U.S. economy.

Business - CNBC - November 1

Here Comes the Sun: Demi Moore and more

Actor Demi Moore sits down with Tracy Smith to discuss her latest film "The Substance" and how she has felt pressure to conform to society's beauty standards. Then, Seth Doane travels to Matera, ...

Tired? Here’s How to Know if You’re Sleep Deprived.

The time change can leave you yawning the next day. But for many Americans, sleep deprivation is a year-round problem.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 3

Here's what to know about election security

The FBI says two fake videos online claim to be from the agency, but they are not. One is about election security, while the other is about Vice President Kamala Harris' husband, Doug Emhoff. U.S. ...

Michael Jordan Went to Court. Here’s What Happened.

23XI Racing, which is co-owned by Jordan, is one of two teams suing NASCAR and its chairman Jim France for antitrust violations.

Sports - The New York Times - November 7

Here's how old the typical U.S. homebuyer is today

Homeowners in the U.S. are getting older as the dream of buying a house slips further out of reach for many Americans.

All you need to know about election night

After a super-close race, here is what we might - and might not - learn overnight.

Here are the stocks rallying the most on Trump's victory

President-elect Trump’s successful reelection bid sparked an uptrend in stocks for crypto, tech and auto industries less than 24 hours after results were announced. The Dow Jones Industrial ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

How business leaders and other groups are reacting to Trump's win

Some prominent business leaders praised Trump's victory, while some nonprofits called his win "a disaster".

Fed Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point, but the Path Ahead Is Less Clear

The Federal Reserve is reducing rates in response to cooling inflation. Donald Trump’s presidential victory has pumped up uncertainty.

Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Job scams on the rise. Here's how to protect yourself.

Scammers impersonating as companies or recruiters try to trick people into giving money or personal information.

Here's what changed in the new Fed statement

This is a comparison of Thursday's Federal Open Market Committee statement with the one issued after the Fed's previous policymaking meeting in September.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

What’s Next for Kamala Harris? Here Are Six Options.

Her friends, aides and political allies say it’s too soon for her to even contemplate her next career move. But the speculation has already begun.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Grammy Awards announce 2025 nominations. Here's the list.

The nominations for the 67th Grammy Awards have been announced, and the nominees include a long list of top music stars.

Here's the complete list of 2025 Grammy nominees

This year's list of top nominees include Beyoncé, Charli XCX, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan and Taylor Swift.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 5 days ago

Here Comes the Sun: Pearl Jam and more

Members of the rock band Pearl Jam sit down with Anthony Mason to discuss their latest album, “Dark Matter.” Then, Lee Cowan meets Doug Redenius, a James Bond film lover who has collected ...

The AI Machine Gun of the Future Is Already Here

The Pentagon is pursuing every available option to keep US troops safe from the rising tide of adversary drones, including a robotic twist on its standard-issue small arms.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Here’s what veterans want Congress to prioritize

From expanded health care access to reducing suicide rates, veterans groups are preparing to lobby the 119th Congress on a host of issues affecting retired service members. Veterans groups are ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Here are the GOP’s top legislative priorities under Trump

Hill Republicans have ambitious legislative plans for the first months of total GOP control of government under President-elect Trump, with a sweeping tax package at the top of the to-do list. ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Republicans close in on House. Here are races still to watch

Counting is still going on, nearly a week after election day, with Republicans a handful of seats short.

Here Are Some Resources to Help Veterans Found Businesses

Many veterans face challenges in starting small businesses. These public and private sector resources can offer support.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

Republicans won big in the Senate. A warning lurks in the purple states.

Republicans’ primary intervention strategy propelled them to a majority, but they failed to flip four battlegrounds that Donald Trump carried.

Politics - Politico - Yesterday

Fortnite OG Returns In December, And It's Here To Stay

The rumors were true : Fortnite OG is coming back. Epic Games has officially confirmed that OG Fortnite is returning on December 6. It's also coming back permanently, Epic said.. The developer ...

Tech - GameSpot - Yesterday

Here are the top contenders for Trump's next Pentagon chief

President-elect Trump is quickly lining up Cabinet nominees for his next administration, including China hawks and hard-line Israel supporters in key national security and foreign policy roles. But ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Here's the inflation breakdown for October 2024 — in one chart

Consumers saw price relief at the gas pump and grocery store. But housing inflation and other categories, such as car insurance, are trouble spots.

Business - CNBC - 11 hours ago

Citigroup earnings top estimates, but stock falls as bank boosts loan loss reserves

The bank's third-quarter report was stronger than Wall Street expected but still showed a year-over-year decline in earnings.

Business - CNBC - October 15

Real-Time Video Deepfake Scams Are Here. This Tool Attempts to Zap Them

Reality Defender, a startup focused on AI detection, has developed a tool to verify human participants in video calls and catch fraudsters using AI deepfakes for scams.

Tech - Wired - October 15

Americans love TJ Maxx. Here's why big brands do, too

TJX Companies has worked to shift its brand’s image as a discounter to a fashion-forward retailer.