Fed set to hold rates steady despite US economy's bullish tone
By Howard Schneider WASHINGTON Throughout its two-year battle with inflation, the Federal Reserve has tried to squeeze consumers
2023-11-01 23:25
Mexico announces $3.4 billion plan to rebuild Acapulco after hurricane
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -Mexico's government on Wednesday unveiled a $3.4 billion recovery plan for the battered coastal resort of Acapulco,
2023-11-01 23:24
UK summit tackles the risks from cutting-edge AI. Kamala Harris says more must be done right now
Delegates from 28 nations, including the U.S. and China, have agreed to work together to contain the potential “catastrophic” risks posed by galloping advances in artificial intelligence
2023-11-01 23:22
The Surprising History of the Hanukkah Dreidel
It’s often said the dreidel was a way Jewish people communicated their faith during ancient times of oppression. But the Hanukkah game is actually a lot more recent.
2023-11-01 23:21
Mormon church sued again over how it uses tithing contributions from members
A federal lawsuit alleges the investment arm of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints misused hundreds of thousands of dollars donated by three men by investing the money instead of using it for charitable purposes as they claim was promised
2023-11-01 23:18
What is COP28 in Dubai and why is it important?
The climate change summit follows a year of weather extremes and broken temperature records.
2023-11-01 22:53
General Hospital's Tyler Christopher dies age 50
The American performer is being remembered for his acting work and his mental health advocacy.
2023-11-01 22:27
Egypt opens Gaza border crossing to evacuate injured and foreigners
Dozens of people are allowed to enter Egypt for the first time since the war with Israel began.
2023-11-01 22:27
Stock market today: Wall Street drifts as it counts down to a decision by the Federal Reserve
Stocks are drifting as Wall Street waits to hear what will come out of the Federal Reserve’s latest announcement on interest rates
2023-11-01 22:17
New oil leak reported after a ferry that repeatedly ran aground off the Swedish coast is pulled free
A ferry that had ran aground last month off southeastern Sweden and started leaking oil into the Baltic Sea has been pulled free and anchored nearby
2023-11-01 21:57
New York, New Jersey Offshore Wind Farms Imperiled by Writedowns
The crisis engulfing the US offshore wind industry escalated as Orsted A/S and BP Plc became the latest
2023-11-01 21:51
Robert De Niro erupts in court during legal battle with former assistant
The actor shouts "shame on you" across a courtroom during a civil trial against a former employee.
2023-11-01 21:28