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Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: PMI Surveys, Asia Central Banks in Focus
Key data from the U.S., Europe and U.K. will share the stage with a raft of central bank decisions out of Asia-Pacific, as the timing of interest rate cuts stays front of mind for investors.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Skipping Coffee Is the Latest Humblebrag
The new power move for A-listers and executives is getting through the day without caffeine. Some say they’re more productive.The Wall Street Journal - World -
'Jour de Fête': Jacques Tati's Bucolic French Comedy
Released in France 75 years ago this month, the film follows a small-town postman played by the director himself, and combines comic brilliance with a warm, sensitive nostalgia.The Wall Street Journal - World - France -
20 killed in central Gaza airstrike
Twenty people in central Gaza were killed following an Israeli airstrike on Sunday as fighting continued to ravage the region over the weekend. Records from the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital showed that twenty people were killed in the airstrike ...The Hill - Politics -
With still no NFLPA licensing deal, Marvin Harrison Jr. skips the Rookie Premiere
Harrison declined invitation to join other new playersYahoo Sports - Sports -
Panthers kicker Eddy Pineiro skipping OTAs while seeking new contract
Carolina Panthers kicker Eddy Pineiro did not report for OTAs on Monday as he seeks a new contract to put him among the league's highest-paid at the position.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Gunman Kills Three Spanish Tourists in Central Afghanistan
One Afghan was also injured in the attack, which many expect will hinder the government’s recent efforts to lure foreign visitors.The New York Times - World -
Central U.S. braces for new line of powerful storms
A new line of powerful storms is heading for the heartland, with an even greater threat of severe weather forecast for Tuesday. The forecast comes after multiple reports of damaging winds and twisters across the Plains on Sunday. The Weather ...CBS News - Top stories -
RedBird Banks $4.7 Billion for Dealmaking
The sports, media and financial services investor collects fresh capital amid a flurry of high-profile deals.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Six-Word Sci-Fi: Stories Written by You
Here's this month's prompt, how to submit, and an illustrated archive of past favorites.Wired - Tech -
One Japanese Word Changed the Course of Her Career
Devin Halbal had amassed hundreds of thousands of TikTok followers with her inspirational videos. Then she went to Asia.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Japan -
Readers reply: what was humanity’s first word?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific and philosophical concepts. What was the first word that humanity uttered? There must have been one … ...The Guardian - World -
With 3 Short Words, American Idol's Katy Perry Just Taught a Powerful Lesson on Getting the Last Word
'143.'Inc. - Business -
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson reportedly skips start of voluntary OTAs amid contract talks
The Vikings have stated that they believe Jefferson is the best receiver in football. Will they reach a deal that compensates him as such?Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
The end of centralized data? Samsung teams with Expanso on distributed processing
Enables teams to analyze data in situ, reducing the operational overhead of replicating data centers or managing data movement between cloudsVentureBeat - Tech -
Three Spanish tourists killed in central Afghanistan gun attack
Seven others including four foreigners were injured, Afghan officials say.BBC News - Top stories -
Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, game previews for the NHL's postseason
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered. Explore the full results, and coverage on each team.ESPN - Sports - NHL -
Gunmen kill three Spanish tourists in Afghanistan’s central Bamyan province
Three Spanish tourists were killed and at least one Spaniard was injured in an attack by gunmen in Afghanistan’s central Bamyan province, Spain’s foreign ministry said on Friday.NBC News - Top stories -
At least 27 killed in central Gaza airstrike as U.S. envoy visits the region
At least 27 people, mainly women and children, were killed in an Israeli airstrike in central Gaza.CBS News - Top stories -
Israeli airstrike kills 27 people in central Gaza, mostly women and children
Fighting raged in the north as Israeli leaders argue over who should govern GazaABC News - World - Israel -
China Regulators to Discuss Property Aid With Banks Friday
Yahoo News - World - China -
What a Spanish bank mega-deal means for TSB
After BBVA’s bid, Sabadell is under pressure to prove it makes sense for a Spain-focused bank to own the midsize UK lenderFinancial Times - Business -
Mexico eyes tax squeeze on banks to raise revenue
New government will need to plug hole in public financesFinancial Times - World - Mexico -
'The Student' and 'Brave New Words': Teaching Teachers New Tricks
AI may be disrupting classrooms. Yet our education system is, itself, a recent invention.The Wall Street Journal - World -
LeVar Burton chimes in on House Oversight fight with 'words of the day'
Former “Reading Rainbow” host LeVar Burton chimed in Friday on the recent fight in the House Oversight and Accountability Committee. “Words of the day; bleach, blond, bad, built, butch and body,” Burton said in a post on the social platform X. ...The Hill - Politics -
God Inc.---Church Startups Spread Franchise Model Across U.S.
Entrepreneurial networks offer money and training to aspiring church founders, sprouting new places of worship as traditional congregations shrink.The Wall Street Journal - World -
There’s another word for Manchester City’s dominance: unhealthy | Jonathan Wilson
The club’s phenomenal wealth, and its supreme competence, has led to an excellence that is both predictable and a perhaps a little dull. Sign up to Jonathan’s weekly newsletter hereThere were, perhaps, being generous, around 20 minutes on Sunday, ...The Guardian - World -
Arab League Calls for U.N. Peacekeepers in Gaza and the West Bank
Any use of U.N. forces would have to be approved by the Security Council. “There first has to be peace to keep," said a U.N. spokesman.The New York Times - World -
Mortgage rates drop as markets bet on Bank of England cut
Fresh wave of competition among lenders could provide relief for homebuyers ahead of UK general electionFinancial Times - Business - Mortgage -
ECB pressures banks to speed up Russia exits on fear of US action
Regulator has requested detailed plans from lenders including Italy’s UniCredit and Austria’s RaiffeisenFinancial Times - Business - Russia -
When to Treat Your 401(k) as a Bank. And When to Keep It Locked Up.
Higher interest rates make retirement-plan loans more attractive, but there are risks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Dimon Led Bank CEOs to Fend Off Tougher Capital Rules
Regulators discuss slashing proposed capital requirements in sign of banks’ increasing clout.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Russian court freezes assets of 2 German banks in gas project dispute
Yahoo News - World - Russia -
Summer interest rate cut possible, says Bank deputy
Ben Broadbent's comments come ahead of data which is expected to show a fall in inflation.BBC News - Top stories -
Texas-based Independent Bank to be bought for $2 billion by Florida’s SouthState
Independent Bank Group will no longer be independent, after the Texas-based bank announced Friday an agreement to be acquired by Florida’s SouthState Corp. in an all-stock deal valued at about $2 billion.MarketWatch - Business -
Deutsche Bank raises S&P 500 price target to 5,500
Equity analysts at Deutsche Bank have raised their 2024 S&P 500 target to 5,500, joining a host of other Wall Street strategists who have expressed greater optimism as stocks have come roaring back from last month’s selloff.MarketWatch - Business -
Bank Regulator Overseeing ‘Toxic’ Culture Loses Key Supporter in Senate
Senator Sherrod Brown, the chair of the Senate Banking Committee, called for President Biden to replace Martin Gruenberg as leader of the F.D.I.C.The New York Times - Business -
MLB Power Rankings: The AL and NL Central are rising -- which teams are in our top 10?
While some of the usual players dominate our list, five of our top teams this week are from two unexpected divisions.ESPN - Sports - MLB -
3 Spaniards were among 6 people killed when gunmen opened fire in central Afghanistan, officials say
Taliban and Spanish officials say three Spanish citizens and three Afghans were killed when gunmen opened fire in central AfghanistanABC News - World -
José Ramírez homers, drives in 3 runs as AL Central-leading Guardians wallop scuffling Twins 11-4
José Ramírez homered and had three RBIs and Logan Allen pitched six strong innings, sending the Cleveland Guardians to an 11-4 romp over the Minnesota Twins, who lost their fifth straight gameABC News - Sports - MLB