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The Marijuana Industry Hopes for New Highs
The Justice Department’s recommendation that restrictions on marijuana be lifted have revived expectations for a business that has waited years for such a change.The New York Times - Business -
The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, offers no relief from high borrowing costs — what that means for your money
The Federal Reserve pushed out rate-cut expectations — here's what that means for your credit card, mortgage rate, auto loan and savings account.CNBC - Business - Federal Reserve -
Nonstop Mideast coverage of Israel-Hamas war pauses for protests and police action at US schools
After weeks of nonstop coverage of destruction and death across the Gaza Strip, media across the wider Middle East has latched onto the demonstrations roiling American university campuses over the Israel-Hamas warABC News - World - Israel -
Australian Low-Cost Carrier Bonza Goes Into Administration
Bonza, a startup low-cost carrier in Australia that competed with local heavyweights Qantas and Virgin Australia on some routes, has gone into administration, a process similar to U.S. bankruptcy.The Wall Street Journal - Business - Australia -
Trump's Gag Order Violations Cost $9,000
The judge holds the former President in contempt at his trial and threatens jail time, but not yet.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
Parents struggle to afford soaring summer camp costs
Inflation's impact has been felt in nearly every facet of U.S. consumer spending, including summer activities, with many parents saying they are unable to afford the spiking costs of summer camps. Nancy Chen has some tips on what parents can do to ...CBS News - Top stories -
The insect farmers turning to AI to help lower costs
Makers of insect-based animal feed hope to be able to compete with soybeans on price.BBC News - Top stories -
OMV Profit Tops Hopes, Keeps Outlook
OMV reported first-quarter profits ahead of forecasts despite revenue falling on lower gas prices, and backed its full-year production guidance.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Next Backs Guidance as Sales Rise Tops Hopes
Next reiterated its guidance for fiscal 2025, forecast an adjusted profit of £960 million, after reporting an above-forecast rise in full-price sales for the first quarter.The Wall Street Journal - World -
GM 'very hopeful' Stamkos stays with Lightning
Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois said he's "very hopeful" the team can re-sign captain Steven Stamkos, as the Lightning star approaches unrestricted free agency this offseason.ESPN - Sports -
Next Backs Guidance as Sales Rise Tops Hopes
Next reiterated its guidance for fiscal 2025, forecast an adjusted profit of £960 million, after reporting an above-forecast rise in full-price sales for the first quarter.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Black Entrepreneurs, Frustrated by High Rates, Look to the Election
In the battleground state of Georgia, some Black entrepreneurs are frustrated over the impact of higher interest rates, a source of economic anxiety.The New York Times - Top stories -
Home prices reach record highs again in February
Home prices in February increased by 6.4 percent year-over-year, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller national home price index, released Tuesday. In January, home prices jumped by 6 percent year over year, according to the index, the ...The Hill - Politics -
Black Entrepreneurs, Frustrated by High Rates, Look to the Election
In the battleground state of Georgia, some Black entrepreneurs are frustrated over the impact of higher interest rates, a source of economic anxiety.The New York Times - Business -
Companies Trim Debt, Faced With High Rates
The current high interest rates have pushed up the cost of borrowing for most companies, forcing them to tackle their debts, analysts said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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UK inflation: From too high, to too low?
Time to ease the squeezeFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Companies Trim Debt, Faced With High Rates
The current high interest rates have pushed up the cost of borrowing for most companies, forcing them to tackle their debts, analysts said.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Amazon cost cuts drive operating margin into double digits for first time
Amazon's operating margin jumped past 10%, topping a prior high of 8.2% in 2021.CNBC - Business -
Inside America'sPriciest Resort,Where the Cheapest Homes Cost Millions
Sea Island’s 31561 ZIP Code is so exclusive that properties trade without ever having hit the market.The Wall Street Journal - World -
CVS Health chops 2024 forecast as cost struggles with Medicare Advantage persist
CVS Health missed first-quarter expectations and chopped its 2024 outlook more than a dollar below Wall Street’s forecastABC News - Top stories -
Estimated cost of World Cup matches in Vancouver has doubled since 2022
The estimated cost of staging matches at BC Place Stadium during the 2026 World Cup has more than doubled over the past two years to $483 million to $581 million Canadian ($351 million to $422 million U.S.)ABC News - Sports - World Cup -
College costs are skyrocketing. Let’s help students bring them down.
Before students take the leap—and tens of thousands of dollars in loans—Congress and colleges should help make sure they have the full picture.The Hill - Politics -
The Guardian view on the cost of a cashless society: the most vulnerable will pay | Editorial
The pandemic accelerated the shift away from notes and coins. But China and others are realising that transition has a price. One of the idiosyncrasies of China’s huge appetite for luxury goods has been the high sales of man bags – a niche item in ...The Guardian - World -
Democrats signal further increases to defense funding could come at cost for GOP
Prominent Democrats said Wednesday that any increases to defense spending beyond the budget limits agreed to as part of a bipartisan deal last year must also be met with parity for domestic programs. In remarks to the press on Wednesday, Senate ...The Hill - Politics -
Fantasy Baseball Trade Analyzer: Buy low/high and sell low/high candidates as we flip to May
With the calendar turning to May, fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie offers some trading tips to managers looking to shake things up.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
U.S. citizens are languishing in Chinese prisons with little hope of release
As Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited China this week, the most important issue for hundreds of families in the U.S. was when their loved ones imprisoned in the country are coming home.NBC News - Politics -
The Papers: '22 minutes of horror' and new prostate cancer hope
Wednesday's front pages are dominated by the attacks in Hainault, north-east London.BBC News - Top stories -
Nvidia is chip sector’s only hope after AMD and Super Micro disappoint
Investors better hope that Nvidia Corp. exceeds Wall Street’s current expectations, after Tuesday’s disappointments by two other favored AI-related companies, Advanced Micro Devices and Super Micro Computer.MarketWatch - Business -
Federal Money Is All Over Milwaukee. Biden Hopes Voters Will Notice.
White House officials have barnstormed Wisconsin to make the connection between big changes and their signature laws.The New York Times - Business - Joe Biden -
Federal Money Is All Over Milwaukee. Biden Hopes Voters Will Notice.
White House officials have barnstormed Wisconsin to make the connection between big changes and their signature laws.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Tuchel's tactics give Bayern hope of ousting Real Madrid at Bernabéu
Thomas Tuchel endured criticism from within his own club before Bayern Munich's clash with Real Madrid. But he's a man who loves being underestimated.ESPN - Sports -
Blinken offers hostage families hope as he pushes for Israel-Hamas truce
In Israel for his 7th visit during the war in Gaza, Antony Blinken conveys "cautious optimism" to hostage families that a deal could be reached.CBS News - Top stories - Israel -
'You are our hope': Gaza students find strength in U.S. campus protests
Protests over Israel's assault on Gaza have rocked college campuses in the U.S. and drawn condemnation from Israeli leaders, but students in the Palestinian enclave say they are watching the demonstrations closely — and gaining renewed strength ...NBC News - Top stories -
Blinken Meets With Netanyahu, Hoping to Stave Off Rafah Assault
President Biden is pushing Hamas to release some hostages for a six-week cease-fire, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will do a major assault in Rafah “with or without” a deal.The New York Times - World -
Endless Ocean: Luminous Review - Hope You Really Like Fish
Between the advent of cozy games, farm sims, rhythm games, narrative adventures, and more, we're in something of a golden age of non-violent games. If you want to take a break from shooting and punching and instead just relax with some chill ...GameSpot - Tech -
Blinken offers hostage families hope as he pushes for Israel-Hamas truce
In Israel for his 7th visit during the war in Gaza, Antony Blinken conveys "cautious optimism" to hostage families that a deal could be reached.CBS News - World - Israel -
Bowl leaders hope for CBA to help lower opt-outs
Some bowl leaders are hoping for a collective bargaining agreement with the players that would help significantly lower the number of postseason opt-outs.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Democratic Senate hopeful proposes 'pausing' filibuster for abortion and voting rights
Florida Democrat Debbie Mucarsel-Powell is leaning into abortion rights in her underdog campaign against GOP Sen. Rick Scott.NBC News - Politics - Abortion -
Democratic Senate hopeful proposes 'pausing' filibuster for abortion and voting rights
Florida Democrat Debbie Mucarsel-Powell is leaning into abortion rights in her underdog campaign against GOP Sen. Rick Scott.NBC News - Top stories - Abortion