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Rivian third-quarter earnings beat estimates as software revenue, R2 deliveries rise
Rivian beat third-quarter earnings expectations as R2 SUV deliveries ramped up, with the company revising 2026 guidance to reflect improved vehicle deliveries and reduced losses.
Reddit shares sink on weak sales guidance and plans login requirement test as Google search traffic shrinks
Reddit shares fell over 15% after the company reported third-quarter earnings that beat expectations but offered weak fourth-quarter guidance, with CEO citing declining Google search referral traffic.
‘He buckled. I could hear his bass ringing out …’ The luminous rise and tragic end of US alt heroes Morphine
Mark Sandman, frontman of cult alt-rock band Morphine, died at 46 in early 2000, shortly after the release of their fifth album following a troubled recording process.
Dónal Lunny obituary
Dónal Lunny, a multi-instrumentalist who popularized the bouzouki in Irish traditional music and played with Planxty, the Bothy Band and Moving Hearts, has died of cancer aged 79.
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Worcester farmer says Budget’s minimum wage rise is ‘massive blow’
A Worcester farmer criticized the Budget’s 3.9% minimum wage increase as a “massive blow” to his business, saying the government failed to provide substantial relief for hospitality and farming sectors.
This Budget was micro and that was deliberate
The government delivered a deliberately modest fiscal statement aimed at providing economic stability during a period of market uncertainty and geopolitical tensions affecting energy costs and borrowing.
Cruise companies aim to keep fuel costs down. Their strategies for doing so differ
Major cruise operators have posted strong recent earnings despite rising fuel costs, employing divergent strategies such as hedging derivatives or reducing fuel consumption to manage expenses.
GDP report to give insight before Election Day. And, Israel’s election is deadlocked
A GDP report releases today before next week’s midterm election, showing summer economic growth compared to spring. Meanwhile, Israel’s election remains deadlocked with no clear coalition path.
Al Jazeera marks 30th anniversary with network overhaul
Al Jazeera celebrates its 30th anniversary with a network restructuring that introduces three Arabic-language channels and 33 new programs to provide deeper news coverage and analysis.
US Muslims concerned but resilient as ‘hate’ attacks target Abdul El-Sayed
A Michigan Senate race between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers has become a focal point for anti-Muslim attacks from far-right figures and government officials, prompting concerns within the Arab and Muslim American community.
Texas Republican group seeks to block certification of state’s election
A Texas Republican group has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block certification of the state’s election results, citing concerns about potential AI interference and Chinese-made voting machine components.
Pentagon fires general it says leaked classified information to media
The Defense Secretary has dismissed a senior Pentagon general for allegedly leaking classified information to journalists, including details about potential military operations against Iran.
‘Arab voice doesn’t count’: Jewish Israeli blocs reject Palestinian support
Palestinian citizens of Israel voted in record numbers in recent elections, giving Arab parties 19 parliamentary seats and potential kingmaker status. However, Jewish-led opposition blocs have largely rejected forming coalitions with these parties despite holding the mathematical majority against Netanyahu.
Trump says won’t ‘take sides’ in Brazil election, but calls it a ‘disgrace’
Trump criticized Brazil’s presidential election as a “disgrace” but said he did not take sides, as former Senator Flavio Bolsonaro and his family fled to Miami following the incumbent’s victory.
Cornell begins no confidence vote over handling of alleged gang rape
Cornell University has initiated a no-confidence vote against President Michael Kotlikoff following criticism of the institution’s handling of an alleged 2024 gang rape case that has drawn scrutiny regarding campus sexual assault policies.
M23 Rebels: US sanctions Rwanda’s defence ministry over Congo war
The US sanctioned Rwanda’s defence ministry for allegedly supporting the M23 rebel group in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, escalating pressure on Kigali to withdraw troops and cease backing the insurgents.