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Nike’s India campus is a long-term growth bet amid turnaround
Nike announced plans to establish a global campus in Bengaluru, India, as part of CEO Elliott Hill’s turnaround strategy amid struggles in China and efforts to revitalize the company’s business.
Walmart launches joint membership with Sam’s Club as it leans into delivery, gas discounts
Walmart launches a combined membership program with Sam’s Club for $120 annually, offering warehouse access, free delivery, streaming services, and gas discounts to attract price-conscious consumers.
Health insurance open enrollment: Use this ‘algorithm’ to pick a plan, financial advisor says
Millions of Americans face open enrollment decisions for 2027 health insurance plans, with experts recommending a two-question framework to navigate varying premiums, networks, and cost-sharing options.
Thousands of homeowners face adjustable-rate mortgage resets — and much higher payments
About 150,000 homeowners with adjustable-rate mortgages face their first rate adjustment this year, with some experiencing monthly payment increases exceeding $1,000 as rates have risen since they obtained their loans.
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Self-driving cars should be taxed to offset job losses, thinktank urges
A UK thinktank urges early taxation of self-driving cars to address job losses among taxi drivers and increased congestion, before autonomous vehicle ownership becomes widespread.
Billionaire family offices back healthcare and biotech startups in August
Billionaire family offices invested in biotech startups during August, with prominent investors including Stanley Druckenmiller’s Duquesne Family Office and Jeff Bezos backing gene therapy and drug discovery companies.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire at the end of 2026
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced her retirement at the end of 2026, concluding her tenure that oversaw unprecedented league growth despite facing criticism from players.
NFL’s Roger Goodell is playing the international long game ahead of league’s Australia debut
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is planning long-term international expansion, including nine games outside the U.S. in 2026 and potentially permanent overseas franchises, as the league plays its first regular-season game in Australia.
Wealthy investors are pouring billions into this new tax strategy despite risks
Wealthy investors have poured over $170 billion into tax-aware long-short strategies since 2022, seeking to offset capital gains taxes, but experts warn of significant risks including regulatory scrutiny and complexity.
Ryanair boss O’Leary defends ‘high-fare rapists’ airlines remarks
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has declined to apologize after describing rival airlines as ‘high-fare rapists,’ leading to criticism from Irish officials and a rape crisis center.
After 900 years, the Bayeux Tapestry returns to England and goes on display in London
The Bayeux Tapestry, a nearly 230-foot medieval embroidered cloth depicting the 1066 Norman Conquest, is on display at London’s British Museum after nearly 900 years in France.
Hong Kong court sentences 3 Tiananmen vigil organizers to prison
Three Hong Kong activists who organized annual Tiananmen vigils were sentenced to 5-7 years in prison Friday under a national security law, highlighting the city’s shrinking civil liberties.
‘Handcuffed and blindfolded’: Is the US targeting Ecuadorian fishermen?
Ecuadorian fishermen report attacks by US military forces at sea, claiming their vessels were destroyed during operations allegedly targeting drug traffickers. Communities say they are losing livelihoods and lack clarity on targeting justifications.
UK lawmakers vote against bill to legalise assisted dying
UK Parliament voted against a bill that would have allowed terminally ill adults in England and Wales to choose assisted dying, with 286 lawmakers opposing and 270 supporting the measure.
US declares end of largest recorded cyclosporiasis outbreak
The US has declared an end to its largest recorded cyclosporiasis outbreak, which sickened nearly 13,000 people across 21 states and was linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce.
At least 46,000 displaced by escalating Yemen fighting: UN
More than 46,000 people have been displaced by escalating fighting in Yemen between Houthi rebels and government forces, according to UN data. The International Organisation for Migration warned the figure is rising hourly.