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Trump hammers Fox News, blaming network for GOP losses as ratings slide
Trump is a frequent critic of media companies, especially broadcasters that he views as being biased against him.
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Poundland owner in crunch talks as retailer's collapse looms
Gordon Brothers will meet Jonathan Reynolds on Wednesday as the investment firm faces scrutiny over Poundland.
Wells Fargo starts On Holding at Overweight, sees growth reaccelerating in 2027
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Democrats ready Trump probes and affordability measures
Even with control of both the Senate and the House, Democratic legislation could still be obstructed by presidential veto
Alligator strolls into bagel shop in North Carolina
A small alligator found its way into the back room of Bagel Dock Express in North Carolina before strolling into the main restaurant area, scaring employees. Continue reading...
Stocks Rise as Democrats Flip Control of Congress
Global markets fell as the first results came in, but later traded higher as investors assessed the outlook for policy as the balance of power shifted sharply in Washington.
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Kraft Heinz to divest its North American coffee business in $650 million deal
Kraft Heinz will divest its North American coffee business to private equity firm One Rock Capital Partners as CEO Steve Cahillane works to revive the company.
Midterm Election Day recap: Democrats flip Senate and House in stunning victory
The 2026 midterm elections saw Democratic victories sweep across the nation in a stunning referendum on Trump.
Once it was a £1 hanger. Now it’s a £15 locker. Why do cloakrooms cost so much on a night out?
The cost of checking your coat or bag is galloping ahead of other – also rising – prices at venues. We explain the surprisingly complex reasons why Not long ago, it cost just £2 to put a coat or a heavily stuffed tote bag in a cloakroom on a night out. But over the course of the 2020s, that cost has increased to more than £13 in some UK venues. At the Outernet Live venue complex in London’s…
Depressing, but true: If you want to get ahead at work, embrace virtue signaling
Strategically embracing the right symbols in the office really can advance your career.
Don’t let Poundland owner maximise its return at our expense, suppliers say
British companies that supply US-owned budget retailer face millions of pounds’ worth of losses if it collapses Suppliers facing millions of pounds in losses if Poundland collapses have said the chain’s US owner should not be permitted to maximise its return at their expense, as ministers attempt to intervene in the situation. The fate of the retail chain, its 12,000 staff and about 2,000…
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Elon Musk’s record election bet backfired. The backlash may reach beyond one billionaire
Elon Musk's $474 million election gamble falters as Democrats threaten his Texas empire.
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SpaceX and Tesla Stocks Tumble After Elon Musk-Backed Candidates Lose in Texas
The world’s richest person has antagonized Democrats, some of whom have signaled their intent to investigate him when they take control of Congress.
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The New York Times Adds 420,000 Digital Subscribers
The additions in the third quarter keep the company roughly on track to meet its goal of 15 million subscribers by the end of next year, after a slower second quarter.
Prologis CEO says warehouse demands are shifting fast. Here's how he's keeping up
Rising demand for faster deliveries and resilient energy supplies have companies rethinking where their warehouses should be.
CVS Health to split pharmacy chain from health insurance
CVS Pharmacy will be separate from CVS Health, housing major insurer Aetna and benefits manager Caremark CVS Health, the largest US healthcare conglomerate valued at $117bn, has announced its plans split off its pharmacy chain from its health insurance and benefits businesses, ending an era in which healthcare companies grew into massive conglomerates. In their announcement on Wednesday, CVS…
‘It’s just vape shops, nail shops, charity shops’: Can anything save the British high street?
It’s 20 years since Jo and Richard Hill bought anything in Rotherham city centre. Why have they and so many locals abandoned it for the nearest retail park – and what would it take to change their minds? On 22 May 1987, retail history was made in Rotherham. Parkgate Retail World, thought at the time to be the UK’s largest open-air shopping centre, welcomed shoppers for some one-stop retail…
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Kellogg's admits snap, crackle and pop is quieter after uproar over Rice Krispies recipe change
The cereal giant has changed the recipes for Rice Krispies and Coco Pops, sparking a backlash online.
Analysis: The Democrats have one chance to extract concessions from Trump. Markets will hate it
The next debt-ceiling confrontation could reverse Washington's traditional political roles, raising the possibility of spending concessions, market volatility and a damaging default.
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William Nordhaus Dies; Nobel Winner Influenced Climate Policy
The Yale professor moved climate change into mainstream economic analysis.
Three things that explain what’s changing with Obamacare in 2027
Affordable Care Act premiums are increasing again, and these plans have new rules.
The worst two words in the dead of night? ‘Motorway closed’
You are shunted into side streets, crawling along, united with your fellow drivers in wordless despair. Last week, at 2am, my spirit broke The worst three words in the transport lexicon are often said to be “rail”, “replacement” and “bus”, in that order. But there’s worse. “Motorway closed” is worse. At least with rail replacement buses you get fair warning, on booking apps and whatnot. You can…
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Caitlin Clark signs as first-ever brand partner with Dick's and Foot Locker
Caitlin Clark signed a multiyear deal with Dick's Sporting Goods and Foot Locker, the first time either brand has signed an individual athlete as a partner.
Candy and Smiles on MS NOW, and Some Regrets on Fox News
On TV, the outcome of the midterm elections became clear early on. Pundits celebrated and grieved by turns.
This energy stock is forming a classic bullish cup-and-handle pattern
The daily chart of ConocoPhillips presents a fairly textbook bullish cup-and-handle formation.
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America’s Trade Deficit Remained Elevated in September
The gap between U.S. exports and imports, which remained at a relatively high level in September, has defied efforts by President Trump to decrease it with tariffs.
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CVS Health plans to split in two. Here’s what is driving the massive healthcare breakup.
The healthcare giant surprised analysts with the decision to separate its business. Its stock is down.
Blood banks targeted in latest European fridge cyberattacks
French blood banks were hit by cybersecurity attacks on Monday, with hackers cranking up temperatures in refrigerators storing blood.
CVS to Split Off Pharmacy Business, Ending the Healthcare Conglomerate Era
In a breakup planned for 2028, CVS Health intends to split off its pharmacies into a new company, while keeping together its businesses in insurance and pharmacy benefits.