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10-year Treasury yield jumps on week as Powell says Fed not in a hurry to keep cutting rates
The 10-year Treasury yield inched higher on Friday as investors digested Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's latest comments and await further economic data.Business - CNBC - November 15 -
Why Home Depot made an $18.25 billion bet on the pro business
The retailer's acquisition is boosting the business as home improvement demand remains slow.Business - CNBC - November 15 -
Older voters prioritized personal economic issues, helped Republicans win on Election Day, new AARP poll finds
More than half of voters ages 50 and up prioritized inflation, the economy and jobs, and Social Security when determining their vote, according to the AARP.Business - CNBC - November 15 -
Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 wins album of the year at the 2024 Latin Grammys, a 25th anniversary party
Juan Luis Guerra 4_40 won album of the year at the 2024 Latin Grammys, not long after receiving record of the year for “Mambo 23.”Entertainment - ABC News - November 15 -
Here's the deflation breakdown for October 2024 — in one chart
There are still some pockets of deflation in the U.S. economy, though the dynamic has become more muted as supply chains normalize, economists said.Business - CNBC - November 14 -
Here’s why the FBI seized Polymarket founder’s phone
The Federal Bureau of Investigation seized the phone of Polymarket founder and CEO Shayne Coplan Wednesday, setting off a wave of complaint from crypto boosters who say the raid was politically ...Business - MarketWatch - November 14 -
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 - November 13 -
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 - November 12 -
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 - November 12 -
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 - November 12 -
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. - November 11 -
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.Top stories - BBC News - November 11 -
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 - November 11 -
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 - November 11 -
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 - November 11 -
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 ...Top stories - CBS News - November 10 -
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.Top stories - CBS News - November 8 -
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 - November 8 -
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 - November 7 -
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 - November 7 -
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 - November 7 -
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.Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
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 -
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".Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
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 -
All you need to know about election night
After a super-close race, here is what we might - and might not - learn overnight.Top stories - BBC News - November 5 -
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. ...Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
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, ...Top stories - CBS News - November 3 -
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 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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 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