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October Jobs Report Shows Hiring Slowed Amid Storms and Strikes
U.S. payrolls grew by only 12,000 in October, a figure that left markets placid but fueled political contention. Unemployment remained 4.1 percent.Business - The New York Times - November 2 -
Squinting for good news in a bad October jobs report? Here it is.
Like a squirrel trying to find an acorn in a grassy field, it’s hard to find a nugget of good news in a bad October jobs report. The unemployment rate staying at 4.1% might be the only one that ...Business - MarketWatch - November 2 -
What the October jobs report says about the state of the economy
The final jobs report before Election Day shows the number of jobs added to the U.S. economy plummeted in October, with only 12,000 new hires. Despite adding roughly 100,000 fewer jobs than ...Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
Iran threatens ‘crushing response’ to Israel’s October air strikes
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insists Islamic republic will not back downBusiness - Financial Times - November 2 -
New Yorkers urged to conserve water after driest October in 150 years
Mayor Eric Adams asks residents to take shorter showers as city agencies ordered to prepare conservation plans. New York ’s mayor urged residents to take shorter showers, fix dripping faucets and ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
For MLB teams chasing October glory, building a bullpen is a vital — and confounding — exercise
For a World Series that was supposed to feature an epic battle between sluggers Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, guys like Mark Leiter Jr., Luke Weaver, Alex Vesia and Anthony Banda sure got a lot of ...Sports - ABC News - November 6 -
China's exports grew 12.7% in October, fastest pace in more than 2 years
China has reported its exports rose 12.7% in October from a year earlier, the fastest monthly growth in more than two yearsWorld - ABC News - November 7 -
UK house prices hit record high in October, says Halifax
Typical property now costs £293,999, surpassing previous peak set in June 2022World - Financial Times - November 7 -
Gaza’s top Islamic scholar issues fatwa criticising 7 October attack
It is an embarrassing critique for Hamas, which has used religious arguments to justify its actions.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
October second-warmest, second-driest on record for U.S.: NOAA
October 2024 was both the second-warmest and second-driest October ever recorded in the U.S., according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The 48 contiguous U.S. states ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
New inflation data shows increase, days after election
Inflation accelerated in October, snapping a streak of six consecutive months of cooling inflation.Top stories - ABC News - Yesterday -
Annual inflation rate hit 2.6% in October, meeting expectations
The consumer price index was expected to increase 0.2% in October and show a 2.6% 12-month rate.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
Inflation rises 2.6% in October after Fed starts interest rate cuts
U.S. inflation rose 2.6% on an annual basis in October, matching forecasts from economists, but signaling a bumpy road ahead in the Federal Reserve's battle to tame inflation. CBS News MoneyWatch ...Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
Inflation Rose Slightly in October, But Two-Year Downward Trend Remains
Higher prices on rent, used cars and air fares contributed to a statistical bump in the Labor Department’s measures of inflation, which most affect consumers.Business - Inc. - Yesterday -
U.S. Inflation Ticks Up to 2.6% in October, as Fed Considers Rate Cut
Inflation has cooled notably, but a pickup in annual price increases underscores that it is not fully back to normal.Business - The New York Times - Yesterday -
China retail sales beat forecasts in October while real estate slump worsens
Retail sales grew by 4.8% year-on-year, the National Bureau of Statistics said Friday. That was above the 3.8% forecasted in a Reuters poll, and a pickup from 3.2% growth in September.Business - CNBC - 4 hours ago -
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Analogue Fully Unveils Its Modernized N64 - Preorders Go Live October 21
Analogue has lifted the veil on its modernized Nintendo 64 console. Originally teased last year--exactly one year ago today, in fact--the Analogue 3D plays N64 game cartridges in 4K resolution. ...Tech - GameSpot - October 16 -
The Musk-led group driving millions to Trump’s White House bid
Also in today’s newsletter, shamelessness in American politics and Kamala Harris’s appearance on Fox NewsWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
USWNT roster: Post-Olympic October squad contains gold medal heroes as well as fresh faces for Emma Hayes
While the CBA mandates that the Olympians all be included, some injuries created room for a few debutsSports - CBS Sports - October 17 -
How the UK can improve its ‘offer’ to the world
Eli Lilly’s chief says the country must do more to attract business, yet budgets are tightWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Gold: ‘the ultimate perceived safe haven asset’?
BofA gets the goldbugWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Cheaper alternative to northern leg of HS2 under consideration
Feasibility study to be launched for a Birmingham to Manchester rail route that could be part-funded by private financeWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Labour’s unambitious reset with the EU
The UK government has constrained itself too much within its red linesWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Liz Kendall expected to retain £1.3bn cut to UK sickness benefits in Budget
Move by work and pensions secretary likely to cause concern among disability rights activistsWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Power bats are beating power arms in 2024 MLB playoffs, and it's led to unforgettable October chaos
Late-inning home runs have driven the postseason so farSports - CBS Sports - October 18 -
Metaphor: ReFantazio's Hard-To-Find PC Collector's Edition Is Available At Amazon (October 18)
Metaphor: ReFantazio Collector's Edition ...Tech - GameSpot - October 18 -
Destiny 2's Xur Has A Skimmer And Other Exotics For Sale Right Now (October 18-22)
Xur has opened up shop once again in Destiny 2 ,and this week, he's selling Xurfboards. In addition to his usual selection of Exotic arms and armor, you'll be able to get yourself a skimmer to ...Tech - GameSpot - October 18 -
World Of Minecraft Special-Edition Book Gets $50 Preorder Discount At Amazon, Releases October 29
The World Of Minecraft Standard Edition $28 (was ...Tech - GameSpot - October 18 -
Winners and losers of 2024 MLB playoffs (so far): October chaos leads to Yankees vs. Dodgers World Series
In the last three weeks, baseball fans have been treated to some dramatic and memorable playoff momentsSports - CBS Sports - October 21 -
Patriot — Alexei Navalny’s fight for a ‘beautiful Russia’, in his own words
The memoir of Putin’s murdered opponent is a worthy testament to his courage, defiance and humourWorld - Financial Times - October 22 -
Middle East crisis live: Israel says it killed Hezbollah’s presumed next leader Hashem Safieddine in early October
Israeli military says strikes in Beirut three weeks ago killed most likely Nasrallah successor. As Israel continues its war in Gaza and assault on Lebanon, a growing number of international ...World - The Guardian - October 22
