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Americans grow more pessimistic about their finances, New York Fed finds — expert warns of ‘tough choices’ ahead
Americans report deteriorating financial conditions and expect worsening inflation ahead, according to a New York Federal Reserve survey released Wednesday, prompting concerns about household budgets.
Here comes third-quarter earnings season. Booming profits could propel the S&P 500 to new heights
Third-quarter earnings season begins this week with analysts expecting nearly 30% year-over-year profit growth for the S&P 500, potentially driving stocks higher despite elevated bond yields.
Freddie Jackson, romantic US singer with 10 R&B chart-toppers, dies aged 70
Freddie Jackson, a romantic R&B vocalist who dominated the charts during the 1980s with 10 number-one singles, has died at age 70. No cause of death was disclosed.
King Charles and Elton John in the audience for Apple music workshop
King Charles and Sir Elton John attended a music workshop at Apple’s headquarters in London, where the King’s Trust charity collaborated with the technology firm to develop creative skills for young people.
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McDonald’s sued for allegedly using AI tool to determine pricing for franchises
McDonald’s faces federal antitrust lawsuit alleging use of AI tool to coordinate pricing across franchises, potentially violating competition laws and inflating menu prices for consumers.
Royal Mail to cut up to 2,500 jobs amid restructure and fall in letter deliveries
Royal Mail plans to cut up to 2,500 jobs as the postal service restructures amid declining letter volumes and regulatory pressures, with changes to be completed by year-end next year.
South West Water owner taps investors to fix infrastructure after sewage spills
Pennon, owner of South West Water, announced a £550m capital raise and 30% dividend cut following a record £7.9m fine for sewage spills, as the company pursues infrastructure improvements.
Modelo owner Constellation is getting creative to bring back beer drinkers as overall demand weakens
Constellation Brands beat earnings expectations as its beer division gained market share, but consumer demand softened amid economic pressures and elevated fuel costs affecting discretionary spending.
How did Christa Pike survive two lethal injections – and what happens now?
Convicted murderer Christa Pike survived two lethal injection attempts in Tennessee on September 30, waking up in hospital and speaking days later in what legal experts say is an unprecedented case.
What is pneumonic plague and how does it spread?
The World Health Organization requested additional information from Russia regarding a laboratory worker’s death at a Siberian plague research facility, prompting questions about pneumonic plague transmission and severity.
Drinking and consent – Cornell rape allegations expose ‘loopholes’ in laws
A sexual assault case at Cornell University has renewed debate over New York’s legal standards for consent when alcohol or drugs are involved, with advocates pushing for legislative changes.
Could the UK really rejoin the EU?
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signaled openness to reversing Brexit, stating the decision to leave the EU has caused economic harm and signaling he will not be bound by his predecessor’s constraints on European policy after the next election.
Flydubai attack investigation widens as alleged hijacker’s training in New Zealand scrutinised
New Zealand authorities launched an investigation into a flydubai co-pilot who allegedly attempted to hijack an Israel-bound plane carrying 182 people on September 30, with his flight training there now under scrutiny.
Separatists win in Quebec – but does that bring separation from Canada any closer?
Quebec’s separatist Parti Québécois won Monday’s election but fell five seats short of a majority, making a promised referendum unlikely despite nearly doubling its vote share from 2022.
‘Another coup d’état’: fears grow as Flávio Bolsonaro vows to ‘re-democratise’ Brazil
Flávio Bolsonaro, the far-right frontrunner in Brazil’s presidential runoff, has vowed to ‘re-democratise’ the country, raising concerns among analysts and opponents that he plans to implement authoritarian policies.
Israelis demand accountability over 7 October failures three years after attacks
Three years after the October 7, 2023 attacks, Israelis are demanding accountability for security failures that killed approximately 1,200 people, with questions mounting over what Prime Minister Netanyahu knew beforehand.