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Speedier drug trials and better films: how AI is transforming businesses

From aviation to retail, many industries are already looking to artificial intelligence to improve productivity. Keir Starmer this week announced a 50-point plan that aims to give the UK world ...

The Guardian - Jan. 17

Apple has worst day since August following reports of China, AI struggles

Apple reports December quarter results on Jan. 30.

CNBC - Jan. 16

UnitedHealth CEO says U.S. health system 'needs to function better'

The CEO of UnitedHealth Group said Thursday that shortcomings of America’s health care system must be addressed.

NBC News - Jan. 16

UnitedHealth’s Revenues Rise, in First Earnings Report Since CEO’s Killing

But high medical costs contributed to results that disappointed Wall Street, and the company’s stock fell on the news that it had made less than analysts expected.

The New York Times - Jan. 16

Is a HELOC better than a credit card in 2025?

A HELOC could be better than a credit card this year, thanks to these three big reasons.

CBS News - Jan. 16

How to Automate Your Marketing to Achieve a Better ROI

Triggered direct mail can quickly turn your sales funnel from stagnant to stellar.

Inc. - Jan. 16

Family of New Orleans attack survivor: ‘They should’ve protected people better’

Safety failures scrutinized after Emile Graham was badly injured during attack and witnessed his best friend’s death. Loved ones of a man who witnessed his best friend’s murder during the deadly ...

The Guardian - Jan. 16

GOP to California: Build back better

Republicans coalesce around putting policy strings on federal wildfire aid.

Politico - Jan. 15

Employee Engagement Hasn’t Been This Low Since 2014

Less than a third of employees are engaged, according to a new Gallup report. Here’s how you can keep your team motivated.

Inc. - Jan. 15

For Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame might be better than any NFL job

The Notre Dame head coach has his team is playing for the national title Monday, but with at least one NFL team interested in him. Don't be in such a rush.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15

Small nuclear reactors are coming, but big is still better

SMRs, typically built in factories, could cut construction times, financing costs and many other risks of building on site

Financial Times - Jan. 15

Why Visa’s stock could be a better play than Mastercard’s this year

Visa’s more U.S.-focused business looks like an asset, according to Seaport Research.

MarketWatch - Jan. 14

Meet the man who sings as Robbie Williams in Better Man

Adam Tucker counts Pink, Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron among his fans even if they don't know it.

BBC News - Jan. 12

Are Roth IRAs really better? Not necessarily.

Roths may be overrated for most investors, new research suggests.

MarketWatch - Jan. 11

Stock market plunges after better-than-expected December jobs report

The Labor Department reported Friday that 265,000 jobs were added to the U.S. economy in December, which was roughly 100,000 more than expected. The unemployment rate also fell to 4.1%. CBS News ...

CBS News - Jan. 10

Nordstrom raises sales outlook after holiday season was better than feared

CEO Erik Nordstrom credited the company's "efforts to remain competitive in the promotional environment and the strength of our offering."

CNBC - Jan. 11

10-, 30-year Treasury yields end at highest since November 2023 after strong jobs report

Yields on 10- and 30-year U.S. government debt finished at their highest levels in over a year on Friday after December payrolls data came in stronger than expected, reducing market expectations ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 10

10-year Treasury yield spikes to highest level since late 2023 after hotter-than-expected jobs report

U.S. Treasury yields jumped after December's jobs report was stronger than expected.

CNBC - Jan. 10

Will a home equity loan or HELOC be better this January?

The decision between the two popular home equity borrowing options will depend on these factors now.

CBS News - Jan. 10

Last Year’s Hiring Announcements Lowest Since 2015

One firm said that the hiring announcement could be indicative of uncertain economic conditions.

Inc. - Jan. 9

Are 1-gram or 1-ounce gold bars better to invest in now?

Both 1-gram and 1-ounce gold bars can be a smart investment, but one may be the better option in today's market.

CBS News - Jan. 9

Sources: Batting champ Luis Arraez fits Mets better than Yankees

The Mets seem slightly more open to trading to Luis Arraez than the Yankees do.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Are the Sacramento Kings better off WITHOUT De’Aaron Fox? | The Big Number

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine reveal this week’s Big Number and evaluate if the Sacramento Kings are better off without De’Aaron Fox on the court and, if so, should they trade him before the deadline?

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 9

Happiness expert Gretchen Rubin on the truth behind building better habits

Bestselling author and happiness expert Gretchen Rubin talks about how to separate fact from fiction when it comes to sticking to New Year's resolutions.

CBS News - Jan. 8

Forget 2 per cent — there is a better way to measure global security contributions

Hammering countries about Nato’s target has not made the world a safer place

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Oil futures settle at their highest level since October

Oil futures finished higher on Tuesday, shaking off their losses from a day earlier to resume the rally they started the year with and buoyed by expectations for stronger demand.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Quits sink to lowest level since the height of the pandemic

The number of people quitting their jobs fell in November to the lowest level since the height of the pandemic as the number of job openings popped to its highest level since May — both signs of a ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Carvana gets its first upgrade since Hindenburg short-selling report

Carvana, the online used-car retailer that last week was the target of a short-selling research report, got its first broker upgrade since then which says the controversy has sparked a buying ...

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

American Airlines’ stock snags three upgrades to reflect better backdrop in 2025

Analysts say headwinds from 2024 were transitory.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Better resilience is solution to child mental health crisis, experts say

The surge in mental health referrals among young people has prompted debate among experts about the cause - and the most effective solution

BBC News - Jan. 7

30-year Treasury yield ends at highest since November 2023 after report of Trump tariff plans

Yields on U.S. government debt finished mostly higher on Monday as traders focused on a report about President-elect Donald Trump’s plans for applying tariffs.

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Arthur Brooks on why small New Year's resolutions are better

Harvard professor Arthur Brooks says making smaller New Year's resolutions can actually help them stick and lead to greater happiness.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Manchester United's well-earned draw at Liverpool points to better times ahead

Sunday's well-earned draw was as good as Man United have looked under Ruben Amorim, and provides hope.

ESPN - Jan. 6

China has cost the U.S. millions of jobs. Trump will change that — not necessarily for the better.

Trump needs to make friends in Asia or his China tariffs will hurt Americans.

MarketWatch - Jan. 4

Why a home equity loan could be better than a HELOC this January

There's a strong case to be made for choosing a home equity loan over a HELOC this month. Here's what to consider.

CBS News - Jan. 3

GM, Ford report best annual U.S. sales since 2019 as auto recovery continues

Both General Motors and Ford Motor on Friday reported their best annual U.S. new vehicle sales since 2019.

CNBC - Jan. 3

Ford and GM report best annual U.S. sales since 2019

Both General Motors and Ford reported their best annual U.S. new vehicle sales since 2019, prior to impacts from Covid and yearslong supply chain problems.

NBC News - Jan. 3

Debt consolidation loan vs. debt consolidation program: Which will be better in 2025?

Both options can help you pay off your credit card debt faster, but one may be a better choice than the other now.

CBS News - Jan. 3

Could Better Security Have Stopped the New Orleans Terror Attack?

City officials were warned in 2019 that the bollards designed to block vehicles did “not appear to work.” They were being fixed when a truck rammed through Bourbon Street on Wednesday.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

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