Top Fed Official Sees No Compelling Reason to Wait for Fresh Rate Rise
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Pro-Palestinian protesters call on Olympic officials to limit Israel's participation in Paris Games
Pro-Palestinian protesters have called on Olympic officials to limit Israel’s participation at the Summer Games in the French capitalABC News - Sports - Israel -
55 people injured after Los Angeles Metro collides with USC bus: Officials
Two people were transported to a local hospital in serious condition, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.ABC News - Top stories -
Kansas tornado leaves 1 dead, destroys nearly two dozen homes, officials say
Tuesday's storms came just two days after tornadoes tore through Oklahoma on Sunday, killing four people and injuring at least 100.CBS News - Top stories -
4 dead, more than 50 suspected drug overdoses in 'outbreak' in this city: Officials
Officials in Austin, Texas, are investigating an "outbreak" of drug overdoses with more than 50 suspected cases and at least four people dead.ABC News - Top stories -
Almost 40% of local election officials surveyed report threats or abuse, says a new report
Almost 40% of local election officials surveyed report threats or abuse and 54% worry about the safety of colleagues, says a new report by the Brennan Center.NBC News - Top stories -
Middle East Crisis: Israel Softens Stance on Some Issues in Cease-Fire Talks, Officials Say
In the latest sign that it is willing to make concessions, Israel has proposed allowing displaced Palestinians to return to northern Gaza, two Israeli officials said.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Almost 40% of local election officials surveyed report threats or abuse, says a new report
Almost 40% of local election officials surveyed report threats or abuse and 54% worry about the safety of colleagues, says a new report by the Brennan Center.NBC News - Politics -
Here's everything to expect from the Fed meeting that will move markets on Wednesday
Markets are anticipating a near-zero chance that the policy-setting arm of the central bank will announce any change to interest rates.CNBC - Business - Federal Reserve -
S&P 500 Edges Lower Ahead of Interest-Rate Decision
The Dow ticked up slightly while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite edged lower ahead of Federal Reserve decision on interest rates.The Wall Street Journal - World -
2-year Treasury yield slips from 2024 high ahead of Fed decision
Rates on U.S. government debt were slightly lower Wednesday morning, with the 2-year rate slipping from its year-to-date high, as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy update in the afternoon.MarketWatch - Business -
The Fed Tries to Steer Clear of Politics, But Election Year Is Making It Tough
Economists are wondering whether political developments could play into both the Fed’s near-term decisions and its long-term independence.The New York Times - Business -
The Fed Tries to Steer Clear of Politics, but Election Year Is Making It Tough
Economists are wondering whether political developments could play into both the Fed’s near-term decisions and its long-term independence.The New York Times - Top stories -
Kenyans in flood-prone areas are ordered to evacuate or will be moved by force as death toll rises
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Australian PM Albanese vows new funding to help women escape domestic violence after homicides rise
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced new funding to help women escape domestic violence and a crackdown on misogynistic online content in reaction to an uptick in homicides committed by current and former male partners that he ...ABC News - World -
Oil prices fall, with weekly U.S. crude supplies up by more than 7 million barrels
Oil futures declined Wednesday, poised for a third straight session loss after official U.S. data revealed an unexpected weekly rise of more than 7 million barrels in domestic crude inventories.MarketWatch - Business -
The UN's nuclear watchdog chief will visit Iran next week as concerns rise about uranium enrichment
The head of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog will travel to Iran next week as Tehran’s nuclear program enriches uranium a step away from weapons-grade levels and international oversight remains limitedABC News - World - Iran -
Viking shares rise more than 10% after cruise line operator's market debut
The company's initial public offering coincides with a strong rebound in cruise bookings.CNBC - Business -
2024 NFL Draft TV ratings down despite strong 1st round
Viewership was still better than what the NFL Draft drew two years ago.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Beating inflation will likely require an increase in the U.S. unemployment rate
Americans are on a frustrating search for a soft economic landing.MarketWatch - Business -
What to expect from Federal Reserve's third interest rate decision of 2024
The Federal Reserve is set to announce its third interest rate decision of 2024 on Wednesday. CBS News contributor Javier David, managing editor of business and markets at Axios, discusses what to expect.CBS News - Top stories -
The limits of what high interest rates can now achieve
We need to be realistic about what monetary policy can and cannot doFinancial Times - World -
I’ve been restricted from voting my whole life – I can’t bear to see apathy disenfranchising my friends | Joyce Yang
As someone who is unable to vote in the UK’s local elections, I hope my peers don’t waste the precious gift they’ve been given. Local elections are coming this week. After receiving far-right leaflets (“Close the borders! Pause all immigration!”) ...The Guardian - World -
OMV Profit Tops Hopes, Keeps Outlook
OMV reported first-quarter profits ahead of forecasts despite revenue falling on lower gas prices, and backed its full-year production guidance.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Kamilla Cardoso, Shakira Austin among top sleepers
Eric Moody identifies the sleepers to know about in fantasy women's basketball this season.ESPN - Sports -
Adidas Maintains Outlook as First Quarter Tops Forecasts
Adidas posted above-forecast profits for the first quarter, citing brand momentum, and confirmed its recently-lifted outlook for the year.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Small boats migrant arrivals top 7,500 this year
Home Office figures show 7,567 migrants have arrived in the UK by small boats so far this year.BBC News - Top stories -
Top Spin 2K25 Review – Painting The Lines
Tennis, at its core, is a game about legacy. Names like Billie Jean King, Pete Sampras, and the Williams sisters are immortalized through legendary matches, on-court triumphs, and tournament dominance that have shaped the history of the sport. It ...GameSpot - Tech -
Why you should open a long-term CD after this week's Fed meeting
With the latest Federal Reserve meeting underway, there's a compelling case to be made for opening a long-term CD now.CBS News - Top stories - Federal Reserve -
U.S. crude oil falls below $80, hits seven-week low as stockpiles surge on lackluster demand
A raft of data has demonstrated that inflation is proving stubborn, consumer confidence is falling and the U.S. economy is growing more slowly than expected.CNBC - Business -
Israel was ready to send a delegation to Cairo to discuss a halt to fighting in Gaza, Israeli and Egyptian officials said, as Arab mediators push Hamas to accept cease-fire terms before an impending Israeli military operation in Rafah.
Israel was ready to send a delegation to Cairo to discuss a halt to fighting in Gaza, Israeli and Egyptian officials said, as Arab mediators push Hamas to accept cease-fire terms before an impending Israeli military operation in Rafah.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
‘Russian fertiliser is the new gas’ for Europe, top producer warns
Imports of urea into the EU doubled in the wake of Moscow’s invasion of UkraineFinancial Times - Business - Russia -
The Best Motorola Phones (2024): Pros and Cons, Top Features
These Android smartphones often deliver two-day battery life and have lots of storage. But which Moto models are best?Wired - Tech -
Judiciary Republicans zero in on top prosecutor in Trump hush money case
The House Judiciary Committee is again singling out a top prosecutor in former President Trump’s hush money case, asking the Department of Justice (DOJ) to turn over the bulk of its communications relating to Matthew Colangelo. Colangelo, who ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
The top UN court rejects Nicaragua's request for Germany to halt aid to Israel
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Kyle Larson takes top spot in NASCAR Power Rankings after Dover
Kyle Larson continues to lead the Cup standings.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NASCAR -
Top UN court rejects Nicaragua’s call to block German support for Israel
Latin American country had sought interim restrictions on military and financial support over war in GazaFinancial Times - World - Israel -
Cubs' top prospect Cade Horton promoted to Triple-A, report says
The Chicago Cubs are wasting no time in moving pitcher Cade Horton up their minor league ladder, reportedly promoting him to Triple-A Iowa.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
England and Key expect World T20 ‘slugfest’ as muscle ripples from top
Amid rising tides of Twenty20 run rates, the champions have opted for more aggression in their batting lineup. England will travel to the Caribbean for their T20 World Cup defence in June without an anchor aboard ship, their team director, Rob ...The Guardian - World -
Washington’s weird marriage of convenience — hoodied John Fetterman and straitlaced Andy Kim
They don’t have much in common besides being Democrats who don’t want Bob Menendez in the SenatePolitico - Politics -
Washington’s weird marriage of convenience — hoodied John Fetterman and straitlaced Andy Kim
They don’t have much in common besides being Democrats who don’t want Bob Menendez in the SenatePolitico - Politics