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1 hour ago

Asian stocks rise ahead of Fed's next interest rate decision

Asian stock markets are higher ahead of a Federal Reserve decision on another possible interest rate hike amid worries about global banks.

2 hours ago

South Korea to restore Japan's trade status to improve ties

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol says his government will take steps to restore Japan’s preferential trade status.

3 hours ago

Army of lobbyists helped water down banking regulations

A handful of red-state Democrats were instrumental in helping Republicans secure a rollback of banking regulations sought by then-President Donald Trump in 2018.

7 hours ago

Safety board: Alabama derailed train lacked needed couplers

Federal investigators say a Norfolk Southern train that derailed in Alabama earlier this month lacked required alignment control couplers and a company inspection didn't identify their absence.

8 hours ago

Cruise wants to test self-driving vehicles across California

General Motors’ Cruise autonomous vehicle unit has asked California for permission to test the cars across the entire state.

12 hours ago

IMF to assess Sri Lankan governance as part of $3B bailout

The International Monetary Fund says it is assessing Sri Lanka's governance in the first case of an Asian country facing scrutiny for corruption as part of a bailout program.

12 hours ago

WH economic report: Money for child care would help growth

The White House is making the case for more government support for child care programs in an economic report being released Monday.

14 hours ago

Pay transparency is spreading. Here's what you need to know

More employers are posting salary bands for job postings, even in states where it’s not mandated by law.

14 hours ago

Putin warns Russia could drop grain deal after 60 days

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reaffirmed that Moscow has agreed to extend a deal allowing the exports of Ukrainian grain to global markets only for 60 days and could drop it altogether if its conditions aren’t met.

15 hours ago

France ordered to curb mass dolphin deaths in fishing nets

France’s highest administrative body has ordered the government to better protect endangered dolphins and porpoises in a French industrial fishing hub in the Atlantic Ocean that has become controversial over links to mass deaths of cetaceans in recent years.

16 hours ago

Lebanon to construct new terminal at Beirut airport

Lebanon will construct a $122 million terminal at Beirut’s Rafik Hariri International Airport to be operated by a leading Irish airport company when it’s completed in four years,.

16 hours ago

Amazon cuts 9,000 more jobs, bringing 2023 total to 27,000

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy is telling employees in a memo that the company plans to eliminate 9,000 more jobs in the next few weeks.

17 hours ago

Fed's tough challenge: Confront inflation and bank jitters

Still grappling with persistently high inflation, the Federal Reserve faces an entirely new — and in some ways conflicting — challenge as it meets to consider interest rates this week: How to restore calm to a nervous banking system.

17 hours ago

First Republic Bank shares slide in volatile trading session

Shares of First Republic Bank fell another 47% Monday as investors remain uneasy about the bank’s financial condition even after a group of the nation’s largest financial institutions teamed up on a $30 billion rescue package.

18 hours ago

Putin sticks to protocol during Chinese leader Xi's visit

President Vladimir Putin wasn’t waiting at the end of the red carpet to greet Chinese leader Xi Jinping upon his arrival in Russia for a high-profile visit.

18 hours ago

China says deadly 2022 plane crash still being investigated

The Chinese government says experts are still investigating the cause of the crash of a China Eastern Airlines jetliner last year that killed 132 people.

21 hours ago

Putin welcomes China’s Xi to Kremlin amid Ukraine fighting

Russian President Vladimir Putin has welcomed Chinese leader Xi Jinping to the Kremlin, sending a message to Western leaders allied with Ukraine that their efforts to isolate Moscow have fallen short.

1 day ago

Ukraine: Volunteer specialist doctors run clinics near front

A team of volunteer specialist doctors has set up a mobile clinic in a cramped municipal building in a former front-line village in Ukraine.

1 day ago

Digital literacy: Can the republic 'survive an algorithm?'

Much of the debate about combating online misinformation and extremism revolves around government regulations and changes made by social media platforms.

1 day ago

New York Community Bank to buy failed Signature Bank

New York Community Bank has agreed to buy a significant chunk of the failed Signature Bank in a $2.7 billion deal, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. said late Sunday.

1 day ago

UK aims to send migrants to Rwanda in months if courts agree

Britain’s government says it could start deporting asylum-seekers to Rwanda in the next few months if U.K. courts rule that the controversial policy is legal.

1 day ago

Kazakhs vote in newly competitive parliamentary election

Voters in Kazakhstan have gone to the polls to choose lawmakers in the lower house of parliament which is being reconfigured in the wake of deadly unrest that gripped the resource-rich Central Asian nation a year ago.

1 day ago

Niinistö: Sweden security OK if Finland joins NATO first

The Finnish president says he doesn’t think Sweden will end up in a vulnerable security situation although neighboring Finland is likely to join NATO first.

1 day ago

Scottish independence at crossroads in testy SNP leader race

The race to lead the Scottish National Party has cracked open fissures over political strategy, social issues and the legacy of departing leader Nicola Sturgeon.

2 days ago

Long-serving Montenegro president to face newcomer in runoff

Early projections after Sunday's presidential election in Montenegro suggest that the long-serving Montenegrin incumbent will face a political newcomer in a runoff presidential election next month.

2 days ago

Silicon Valley Bank collapse concerns founders of color

While Wall Street works to contain the biggest American bank failure since the 2008 financial meltdown, founders of startups who are people of color worry it could become even harder to secure financial support.

2 days ago

California, drugmaker partner to produce affordable insulin

The state of California and a generic drug manufacturer have entered a 10-year partnership to produce affordable, state-branded insulin that they hope will rival longtime producers and push down prices.

2 days ago

Taylor Swift kicks off US Eras Tour at Super Bowl stadium

Taylor Swift opened her U.S. concert series with a three-hour tour of her career.

2 days ago

Russia, Ukraine extend grain deal to aid world's poor

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and United Nations officials say an unprecedented wartime deal that allows grain to flow from Ukraine to countries in Africa, the Middle East and Asia has been extended.

2 days ago

Bank failures: Anger in Congress, but division on what to do

Congress is trying to figure out how best to respond to the abrupt failure of two U.S. banks.

2 days ago

French protesters march past garbage piles, resisting Macron

A smattering of protests against President Emmanuel Macron’s plan to raise France’s retirement age have taken place in Paris and beyond.

3 days ago

New Mexico opts for veto power on spent nuclear fuel debate

New Mexico's governor has signed legislation that calls for banning the storage of spent nuclear fuel in New Mexico, unless the state provides its consent first.

3 days ago

Elizabeth Holmes returns to court in bid to avoid prison

Disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes has made what might be her final court appearance before beginning a 11-year prison sentence.

3 days ago

The bitcoin bounce: what comes next?

Markets this year are roiling, uncertainty abounds and the U.S. government has had to step in to rescue two large American banks in recent days.

3 days ago

Biden calls for tougher penalties for execs of failed banks

President Joe Biden is calling on Congress to allow regulators to impose tougher penalties on the executives of failed banks, including clawing back compensation and making it easier to bar them from working in the industry.

3 days ago

After last year's stunning failure, bonds show up for safety

Suddenly, bonds are again living up to their reputation as the safe part of an investor’s portfolio.

3 days ago

Farmworkers use Florida march to pressure other companies

Farmworkers are leading a five-day, 45-mile trek on foot this week from one of the poorest communities in Florida to a mansion-lined, oceanfront town that is one of the richest.

3 days ago

Haaland criticized over ‘difficult’ choice on Willow project

Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is facing criticism from political allies after the Biden administration approved a contentious oil drilling project in Alaska.

3 days ago

Near 'cliff's edge,' Credit Suisse not seen as systemic risk

Longtime troubles at Credit Suisse have come to a head this week with a record stock plunge that spread fears of a banking crisis jumping from the U.S. to Europe.

3 days ago

Spain: Long-term drought to bring more heatwaves, widlfires

Spain has entered a period of a long-term drought, owing to high temperatures and low rainfall over the past three years, and likely faces another year of heatwaves and forest fires.

3 days ago

Washington turns to Wall Street to help rescue dying bank

In a scene reminiscent of the last financial crisis, the federal government turned to Wall Street this week for help with a blossoming emergency in the banking sector.

3 days ago

Ford recalls 1.5M vehicles to fix brake hoses, wiper arms

Ford is recalling more than 1.5 million vehicles in the U.S. in two actions to fix leaky brake hoses and windshield wiper arms that can break.

3 days ago

China appeals for fair treatment after latest TikTok bans

China is appealing to other governments to treat its companies fairly after Britain and New Zealand joined the United States in restricting use of TikTok due to fears the Chinese-owned short video service might be a security risk.

3 days ago

Greece raises minimum wage to pre-bailout levels

Greece has announced an increase in the minimum wage that will restore pay to levels existing before sweeping cuts were imposed more than a decade ago during an international bailout.

3 days ago

Will Americans end up footing the bill for bank failures?

The government’s response to the failure of two large banks has already involved hundreds of billions of dollars.

3 days ago

State and US officials tout spending to plug 'orphan wells'

Officials with the Biden administration have visited a Louisiana wildlife refuge touting plans to clean up and plug “orphan wells.”.

3 days ago

Violent protests in France over Macron’s retirement age push

It's a time of protest in Paris and much of France, where opponents hope to bring down the government of President Emmanuel Macron.

3 days ago

SKorea, Japan business leaders vow to boost cooperation

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has urged closer cooperation with Japan on advanced technology, climate change and economic security after the two sides agreed to put aside rancor over trade and historical issues.

Stocks fall to cap chaotic week driven by fears about banks

Wall Street’s week of turmoil closed with drops for stocks.

Asian shares up after First Republic aid spurs Wall St rally

Shares have advanced in Asia, tracking a rally on Wall Street after a group of big banks offered a lifeline to First Republic Bank, the lender investors had focused on in their hunt for troubles in the banking industry.

Royal Mail ransomware attack leaves firms in limbo

Small businesses tell the BBC they are facing delays and losing money as overseas post is stopped.

bbc.co.uk

The little-known nut that may save at-risk rainforests

Growing sales of an Indonesian nut called kenari is helping to reduce deforestation.

bbc.co.uk

Patagonia's bold move to donate the entire company to fight climate change only works if it stays competitive in business, CEO says

"What people fail to understand about Patagonia ... is that we are unapologetically a for-profit business," CEO Ryan Gellert told CNBC on Wednesday.

cnbc.com

Voss Capital backs a strategic review at Griffon, and a new opportunity to create value may emerge

The investor launched a proxy fight, won a board seat and now endorses a strategic review at Griffon. Here's what might be next.

cnbc.com

Mini Budget still planned for this month, No 10 says

A "fiscal event" to outline funding to tackle the cost-of-living crisis is still due to take place.

bbc.co.uk

Liquid Leisure Windsor water park to remain closed after girl's death

The council notice prohibits activities until the park can show risk assessments on drowning.

bbc.co.uk

House of Zana boutique owner wins trademark row with Zara

Zara had said the name of House of Zana was "one small brush mark" from being the same as theirs.

bbc.co.uk

How to prepare for a recession

The Washington Post’s personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary gives seven tips to protect yourself whether a recession is coming or not.

washingtonpost.com

Morrisons rescues McColl's taking on all 16,000 staff

The supermarket chain has beaten a rival offer from EG Group which is owned by billionaire Issa brothers.

bbc.co.uk

Zara threatens legal action over Darlington boutique brand

The high street fashion giant claims Darlington-based House of Zana is "conceptually identical".

bbc.co.uk

John Lewis restores bonus as department store sales surge

The retailer is bringing back staff rewards after being forced to scrap them last year amid losses.

bbc.co.uk

What the IRS backlog means for you

The pandemic has caused a massive backlog at the IRS. The Post's Michelle Singletary explains how your taxes might be impacted this year.

washingtonpost.com

A bill in the Arizona House would punish banks that refuse business from gun firms

Bankers are resisting the bill, calling it government overreach and saying lawmakers are creating a problem with a non-issue in Arizona.

npr.org

Indian tea start-ups search for an exotic edge

Indian tea start-ups are rediscovering indigenous ingredients for teas and infusions to stay ahead.

bbc.co.uk

Behind on your taxes? Here’s how to catch up

The Post’s personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary explains what to do if you haven’t filed your taxes consistently.

washingtonpost.com

Taxes on PayPal, Venmo and Zelle payments: What you need to know

Using Venmo, PayPal and Cash App to accept payments for your small business? Here’s what the new tax law says.

washingtonpost.com

Nottinghamshire grandfather bags £2,700 win from 3p bet

Janus Wagonback - known as George - successfully predicted 10 draws to get the big win.

bbc.co.uk

What's one thing young professionals can do to save for their future?

Personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary explains why saving for retirement is the best way to invest in your future.

washingtonpost.com

Covid: 'Plan B was a catastrophe for our coffee shop'

End of work-from-home guidance a boost for hospitality, while nightclubs welcome scrapping of covid passes.

bbc.co.uk

Panini: The sticker firm celebrating 60 years

How the football sticker maker survived a thieving tycoon and competition from Lycra-clad wrestlers.

bbc.co.uk

Where BlackRock Sees Value in India’s Biggest IPO

Paytm validates a model of digitization in which losing on individual-transaction take rates is more than made up by gains from handling billions of them.

washingtonpost.com

Where BlackRock Sees Value in India’s Biggest IPO

Paytm validates a model of digitization in which losing on individual-transaction take rates is more than made up by gains from handling billions of them.

washingtonpost.com

Labour: Has Sir Keir Starmer stood by his pledges?

As Sir Keir prepares for his first in-person conference as leader, we look at the promises he has made.

bbc.co.uk

Pimlico Plumbers sold to US firm Neighborly

The deal will see founder Charlie Mullins offload his 90% stake in the group.

bbc.co.uk

How Jana Partners could shake up telecom provider Vonage in a bid to boost value

Activist investor Jana Partners could look for different routes to improve Vonage’s value.

cnbc.com

First UK LGBT business champion appointed

Iain Anderson says he will work to "build a bridge" between the government and LGBT community.

bbc.co.uk

Ask Amy: Cowboy needs to wrangle human predators

His wife’s children and grandchildren don’t follow the rules of the ranch.

washingtonpost.com

East Chicago woman indicted for wire fraud in COVID aid scheme, feds say

The two counts against Natasha Weeks, 29, were filed Aug. 18 and unsealed Monday in the U.S. District Court in Hammond, according to filings.

chicagotribune.com

Miss Manners: In a traffic dispute, shaking one’s head isn’t minding one’s own business

Pedestrian didn’t intend to interject, but “advice” was almost involuntary.

washingtonpost.com

Ask Amy: Post-divorce disclosure brings about dilemma

Ex-husband reveals that he had a son with another woman. Should reader tell her sons?

washingtonpost.com

The Amazon sellers who sold up and became millionaires

Small e-commerce entrepreneurs have thrived in lockdown - now big money wants to buy them out.

bbc.co.uk

Lady Gaga had a 'psychotic break' after sexual assault left her pregnant

The star says she had a "psychotic break" after being attacked by a male record producer.

bbc.co.uk

Illinois faces major challenges amid COVID fallout as Speaker Madigan struggles to hold on to power

Since no official business can be conducted by the House until a speaker is elected, a lengthy balloting process could ensue while pressing matters such as the state budget and pandemic recovery are held in abeyance. Madigan, some Democrats contend privately, is counting at the very least on attrition to eventually return him as speaker as issues mount.

chicagotribune.com

Chicago alderman who got contributions from pet store owner flips on anti-puppy mill law

“I don’t want to see anyone go out of business,” he said. “That was never the intent. But I would rather see them go out of business than see them sell dogs unethically and defraud the public.”

chicagotribune.com

Lobbying in Q1 topped a record $938 million, but lobbyists say their profession is misunderstood

In the first quarter of 2020, the total amount spent on lobbying, about $938 million, reached the highest on record, according to the Center for Responsive Politics. The health sector, which spent $168 million on lobbying efforts, received $150 billion in coronavirus relief aid, according to Advisory Board. The airline industry, which spent $29 million on lobbying, received $32 billion in relief aid, according to the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, and agribusiness, which spent $38 million, received $19 billion in aid, CRP said. The lobbying industry is arguably the U.S. government's oldest profession and is protected by the First Amendment. The misconception about lobbyists is that "we walk around with bags of money and say, 'Vote our way' or 'Oppose this.'

cnbc.com

The flourishing business of building family trees

Genealogy is the second most-popular hobby for Americans, and a multi-billion dollar business. Tracy Smith takes a look at how digging up one's family roots is being made relatively easy with online resources like the website ancestry.com.

cbsnews.com

Business or government: Who do you trust more?

In 21 of 28 countries, business is trusted more than government. CBS News' Lulu Chiang spoke with a CEO to learn more.

cbsnews.com

Business with Iran poised to rev up

CBS News Business analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses the risks and rewards of U.S. companies doing business with Iran.

cbsnews.com

A business in Chico, California receives $43,000 tip

A business in Chico, California receives $43,000 tip A small business noticed a $43,000 tip while checking receipts. The tip does not appear to be given intentionally, however it did go through.

cbsnews.com

Sheriff on Dorner manhunt: "We know it's a dangerous business"

Sheriff on Dorner manhunt: "We know it's a dangerous business" San Bernardino County Sheriff John McMahon describes the chaos during the manhunt for cop killer and former LAPD officer Christopher Dorner in February 2013 and concurs with many law enforcement officers' statements in the Dorner report that it was a miracle no one else got hurt.

cbsnews.com

Vermont Country Store: The business of selling nostalgia

Vermont Country Store: The business of selling nostalgia For three generations the Vermont Country Store has sold hard-to-find, old-fashioned products. CBS News' Lee Woodruff sat down with the store's co-owner Eliot Orton to discuss the mega-million dollar business.

cbsnews.com
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