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Coal use to reach new peak – and remain at near-record levels for years
Spike in fossil fuel use a result of global gas crisis triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The world’s coal use is expected to reach a fresh high of 8.7bn tonnes this year, and remain at ...The Guardian - 22h -
CEOs Are Feeling a Lot More Upbeat About the New Year
Donald Trump’s win is boosting optimism among the world’s top executives.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
This is the first whiskey to be granted a new federal designation in over 50 years
American single malt, sometimes referred to as “American Scotch,” is now officially a style unto itself.MarketWatch - 11h -
Avanti West Coast staff to strike on New Year's Eve
Train managers at Avanti will now walk out on New Year's Eve and 2 January, as well as every Sunday from 12 January to 25 May.BBC News - 1d -
In first postelection news conference, an upbeat Trump boasts of his popularity with CEOs
President-elect Donald Trump was upbeat at his first postelection news conference Monday, saying there was a big difference from when he took office in 2016: Some of his former adversaries are now ...NBC News - 2d -
‘I’m at a turning point’: Raducanu sets life and career goals for the new year
British player has had time to reflect and wants to embrace enjoyment on and off the court in 2025. Emma Raducanu arrived in South Korea this September determined to end a complicated season with a ...The Guardian - 2d -
Your New Year’s Resolution? Get Ready for Trump’s Tax Code Changes
The coming expiration of Trump’s 2017 tax cuts and other proposed tax changes are issues you should discuss with your accountant.Inc. - 5d -
Lowe’s has analysts more upbeat about a rebound from home-improvement slump
Lowe’s Cos. is well positioned to grow and capture market share as soon as the home-improvement market recovers from its current slump and the first signs of success could show up as soon as 2025.MarketWatch - 6d -
A New Zealander studied for a year to win the Spanish world Scrabble title. He doesn’t speak Spanish
A New Zealand man playing his first-ever competitive Scrabble game in Spanish, a language he doesn’t speak, has won the board game’s Spanish-language world titleABC News - Dec. 11 -
A New Zealander studied for a year to win the Spanish world Scrabble title. He doesn’t speak Spanish
A New Zealand man playing his first-ever competitive Scrabble game in Spanish, a language he doesn’t speak, has won the board game’s Spanish-language world titleABC News - Dec. 11 -
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The experts: DJs on how to pick tracks that will get everyone dancing at a Christmas or New Year’s party
Fatboy Slim, Colleen ‘Cosmo’ Murphy, DJ Paulette and Sherelle give their tips for a perfect festive do – and how to save the night if it all goes wrong. It is the time of year to party but how can ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Super Micro executives sound upbeat — but the stock is still a sell, analyst says
Super Micro’s management helped assuage some concerns over customer orders, margins and liquidity, but J.P. Morgan is still bearish on the stock.MarketWatch - Dec. 10 -
Dengue cases set a new record in the Americas this year as deaths also surge
Dengue fever is sweeping across the Caribbean and the Americas, with a record 12.6 million suspected cases of the mosquito-transmitted virus reported this year, nearly triple the number from last yearABC News - Dec. 10 -
Dengue cases set a new record in the Americas this year as deaths also surge
Dengue fever is sweeping across the Caribbean and the Americas, with a record 12.6 million suspected cases of the mosquito-transmitted virus reported this year, nearly triple the number from last yearABC News - Dec. 10 -
10 new TV shows from 2024 that are worth watching before the new year
It could be argued that 2024 wasn’t the best year for TVABC News - Dec. 10 -
4 reasons to borrow home equity before the new year, according to experts
Using your home equity now could pay off in 2025, experts say. Here's how.CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Can PayPal’s stock weather this big controversy in 2025? BofA is newly upbeat.
An analyst with Bank of America upgraded PayPal’s stock, predicting that fourth-quarter improvement in branded total payment volume would be well received.MarketWatch - Dec. 9 -
MongoDB rallies on upbeat forecast, helped by momentum from new business
Shares of MongoDB Inc. jumped after hours on Thursday after the data development, storage and management platform raised its full-year outlook, as it attracts new business and invests in upgrades ...MarketWatch - Dec. 9 -
Juan Soto Is Said to Be Joining New York Mets on 15-Year, $765 Million Megadeal
The former Yankees slugger will become the highest-paid player in the history of baseball.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
12-year-old boy dead, girl injured after falling through ice at New York park
A 12-year-old boy is dead and an 11-year-old girl is in critical condition after they fell through ice at a park Saturday in Albany, New York.NBC News - Dec. 8 -
Holding cash heading into 2025? Retirees should consider this ‘guaranteed’ investment strategy in the new year.
Now could be a good time to invest in TIPS.MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
A CEO’s Guide to New Year Strategy: 5 Vital Questions
In preparation for the year ahead, do some strategic planning by asking yourself these things.Inc. - Dec. 7 -
Georgia Tech coach Brent Key receives new 5-year contract after 7-5 season
Georgia Tech is in line for its second straight bowl appearance under Key, who took over as interim coach after the fourth game in 2022.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Apollo, Workday shares rally on news they’ll join S&P 500. Their fortunes have differed this year.
Shares of investment firm Apollo Global Management and workplace cloud-services platform Workday rallied after hours on Friday, after S&P Dow Jones Indices said the two companies would join the S&P ...MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
Utah State hires Bronco Mendenhall: Coach returns to home state after one-year stint at New Mexico
The coaching veteran returns to the state of Utah, where he led BYU for 11 yearsCBS Sports - Dec. 6 -
Official NWSL free agent tracker: Offseason signings rolling out ahead of new year
Players have resigned or moved onCBS Sports - Dec. 5 -
Sadiq Khan to be knighted in New Year honours list
Political veterans including Labour MP Emily Thornberry and ousted Tory mayor Andy Street to receive gongsFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Five Below announces new CEO, shares jump on more upbeat outlook, ‘solid Black Friday’
Shares of Five Below Inc. jumped after hours Wednesday after the teen-centric discount chain raised its full-year outlook, citing an “encouraging” Black Friday weekend as it heads into final weeks ...MarketWatch - Dec. 5 -
Congressional GOP offers new proposal on year-end health package
Republicans on Capitol Hill have sent a preliminary offer to Democrats for numerous health care policies to be tacked onto the continuing resolution that lawmakers are moving to complete before the ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Why Foot Locker’s stock is sliding despite upbeat Thanksgiving-week sales
The company is dealing with “softer consumer demand outside of key selling periods,” as well as the need for more promotions.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Wall Street expects the stock rally to keep ripping through New Year’s Eve. But watch these risks.
The S&P 500 just capped off its best month in a year, and is on track to rise nearly 30% in 2024.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
New women's baseball league names 97-year-old AAGPBL alum honorary chair on advisory board
Former baseball pitcher Maybelle Blair will be an honorary chair on the advisory board of the Women’s Professional Baseball League, which last month announced plans to launch in 2026 as a six-team ...ABC News - Dec. 3 -
"The Brutalist" named year's best film by New York film critics
The New York Film Critics Circle, one of the nation's oldest and most venerated critics' groups, is kicking movie awards season into high gear Tuesday as they select their choices for the best of ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Talks on a new NHL CBA are set to start early next year. Here's why there is optimism
Talks on a new collective bargaining agreement between the NHL and NHL Players' Association are set to begin in early 2025ABC News - Dec. 3 -
Terns Pharma broadens beyond obesity drugs with upbeat data in leukemia trial
Terns Pharmaceuticals Inc.’s stock jumped 7.5% premarket Tuesday, after the company announced positive data from an early-stage trial of a treatment for chronic myeloid leukemia.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Honeywell announces a new collaboration with Bombardier. But it’ll weigh on this year’s profit.
Shares of Honeywell International Inc. fell in extended trading Monday after the conglomerate cut its outlook for the months ahead, citing the costs of investing in a new tech-focused collaboration ...MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
2- through 10-year yields finish higher after new Trump tariff threat
Most U.S. government debt sold off on Monday, lifting 2- and 10-year yields off their October lows, after a new tariff threat from President-elect Donald Trump reignited worries over inflation.MarketWatch - Dec. 2 -
U.S. oil prices log modest gains on upbeat China data, ahead of OPEC+ meeting
Global oil prices ended little changed Monday, while U.S. prices posted a modest gain as upbeat manufacturing data from China lifted prospects for energy demandMarketWatch - Dec. 2 -
A 17-year-old player dies after collapsing during a charity hockey game in New York
A 17-year-old hockey player collapsed during a charity game in New York and later diedABC News - Dec. 2
