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What happened when 4 teens swapped their smartphones for flip phones
Half of American teenagers get 4 hours or more of daily screen time and are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, a report found.CBS News - 12h -
Apple's Smartphone Sales Slump in China as Huawei Gains Market Share
The U.S. tech giant’s fourth-quarter iPhone sales fell 18% in the world’s largest smartphone market.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
Trump says Denmark will 'come along' on Greenland sale
President Trump said Denmark will “come along” on the potential sale of Greenland and emphasized the U.S. and others need the Arctic island to fortify international security in the region. ...The Hill - 21h -
Cruz expects to see TikTok sale under Trump
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) said Monday that he expects to see TikTok sold under President-elect Trump, as the incoming president has vowed to protect the app. “Well, the statute allowed for a 90-day ...The Hill - 1d -
Wine sales drying up as Americans turn elsewhere
U.S. wine sales continued a multiyear decline in 2024, which experts attribute to shifting demographics, health concerns, new competition and economic forces.NBC News - 3d -
‘Young women can fall pregnant very easily’: inside the wild west of smartphone fertility apps
Observer analysis finds unregulated products being promoted as contraception despite concerns about their accuracy . Apps promising to help women “take control” of their sex lives by predicting the ...The Guardian - 3d -
Saab Expects Sales Growth to Top Guidance
The company said it experienced a stronger-than-expected final quarter of the year, with global defence spending surging as nations support Ukraine while restocking their own arsenals.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
CEO of Chinese smartphone brand Honor resigns due to personal reasons
Honor's focus on high-end devices and technology is expected to continue under Jian Li, who will succeed Zhao as CEO.CNBC - 5d -
British retail sales unexpectedly drop in December
Pound falls and gilts rally as investors bet on more interest rate cutsFinancial Times - 5d -
Abercrombie sale: Everything worth buying now
At Abercrombie, you can save up to 50% off sitewide — including clearance items. We rounded up our editors’ favorite mens and womens pieces from the sale.NBC News - 5d -
EV, hybrid sales reached a record 20% of U.S. vehicle sales in 2024
DETROIT — Sales of all-electric vehicles and hybrid models reached 20% of new car and truck sales in the U.S. for the first time last year — marking a landmark year for “green” vehicles but coming ...NBC News - 5d -
Apple loses smartphone crown in China as Vivo and Huawei outsell iPhone
US tech giant faces competition on mainland as it struggles to introduce AI features on its flagship productFinancial Times - 6d -
New Brazil law restricts use of smartphones in elementary and high schools
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed a bill restricting the use of smartphones at school, following a global trend for such limitationsABC News - Jan. 13 -
Stormers dent Sale's chances of qualification
Stormers cruise past Sale Sharks to claim a bonus-point victory and kickstart their Investec Champions Cup campaign in round three.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
As Art Sales Fall, Christie’s and Sotheby’s Pivot to Luxury
With both supply and demand for big-ticket art in a slump, Sotheby’s and Christie’s are making major bets on selling handbags, classic cars and niche experiences.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Greggs shares drop on sales slowdown
UK bakery chain blames ‘subdued high street footfall’ for weaker earningsFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
December sales provide little cheer for retailers
Black Friday boosted monthly sales, but overall 2024 was a lacklustre year for retail, figures show.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Samsung Electronics banking on AI to outpace global growth in smartphones, home appliances
Samsung Electronics plans to ramp up on-device AI, as it bets on the consumer electronics unit to exceed overall global market growth this year.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
While Apple negotiates Indonesia sales ban, another Chinese smartphone maker is entering the country
Huawei spinoff Honor announced Tuesday it is entering Indonesia and plans to launch its smartphones there by the end of March.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Eli Health introduces Hormometer to test your hormones on a smartphone
This is how smart your smartphone is getting. Now it will be able to analyze your saliva and do a real-time hormone test.VentureBeat - Jan. 6 -
Biden plans $8bn arms sale to Israel
Last-minute show of support for US president’s close ally as he nears his final days in officeFinancial Times - Jan. 4 -
Biden Blocks Sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel
The yearlong campaign by the Japanese steelmaker for a $14.1 billion deal crashed against opposition to foreign ownership from political leaders and the United Steelworkers union.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3 -
Biden blocks US Steel sale
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Biden blocks US Steel sale President Biden has announced he will block the sale ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Apple offers rare iPhone discounts in China as foreign smartphone sales drop
Apple Inc. has kicked off the new year with iPhone discounts in China, underlining the challenges facing the tech giant in one of the world’s most populous countries.MarketWatch - Jan. 3 -
Biden says he will block US Steel sale to Nippon Steel
President Biden announced Friday he would block the sale of U.S. Steel to Japanese-owned Nippon Steel following a yearlong review of the potential acquisition. “We need major U.S. companies ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
As a child psychiatrist, I see what smartphones are doing to kids' mental health – and it’s terrifying | Emily Sehmer
The online world is forcing children to grow up before they are ready, and parents need government’s help to combat its harms. Smartphone use among children has reached a critical moment. Many of ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
China Adds to Sanctions of U.S. Defense Contractors Over Taiwan Arms Sales
Beijing sent a fresh warning to President-elect Donald Trump of the tools it can use to protect national interests.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3 -
Tesla Saw Its First Annual Sales Decline in a Dozen Years
Tesla saw a 1.1 percent decrease from 2023 sales.Inc. - Jan. 2 -
Tesla Shares Slip After First Annual Sales Decline
The electric-car company led by Elon Musk no longer has the market to itself. Investors are focusing on autonomous driving and other new technologies.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
Tesla sales declined for first time in a decade
Tesla sales for 2024 declined for the first time in 10 years despite enticing financing offers and low-priced leases. CBS MoneyWarch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the alarming trend. ...CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Here’s the Reason U.S. Auto Sales Could Accelerate in 2025
Reduced inventories of cars amid enduring supply chain limitations are finally expanding again, lowering prices for buyers, and fueling sales growth for dealers.Inc. - Jan. 2 -
Tesla's annual sales drop for the first time in a decade
Tesla's increase in global sales in the fourth quarter was not enough to overcome a sluggish first half of the year.CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Brompton profits almost wiped out after lower UK and Europe sales
British folding bike specialist cites economic headwinds and sector’s challenges as earnings drop below £5,000Financial Times - Jan. 2 -
Real estate trends for 2025: Regional sales, interest rates, more
From home sales ramping up in the South to when mortgage interest rates could come down, NBC’s senior business correspondent Christine Romans shares everything to know before buying a home in 2025.NBC News - Jan. 2 -
China’s electric-vehicle leader BYD posts record sales in 2024
Bigger companies beat targets as intense competition rocks world’s biggest car marketFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
Pigs in blankets and fizz help boost Lidl Christmas sales
The supermarket chain said it achieved its best Christmas on record in 2024, although growth has slowed.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
Social pressure holds back sales of alcohol-free drinks, research finds
Other challenges include price and taste expectations, with Gen Zers most likely to succumbFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
BYD, Chinese EV Peers Post Record Sales for December
Chinese electric-vehicle makers have benefited from a government trade-in program in the world’s largest market for EVs.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 1 -
Belgium becomes first EU country to ban sale of disposable vapes
Products banned on health and environmental grounds, while Milan outlaws outdoor smoking . Belgium has become the EU first country to ban the sale of disposable vapes in an effort to stop young ...The Guardian - Jan. 1
