US economic growth for last quarter is revised down to a 2.1% annual rate
The U.S. economy expanded at a 2.1% annual pace from April through June, showing continued resilience in the face of higher borrowing costs for consumers and businesses, the government said in a downgrade from its initial estimate
2023-08-30 20:59
After Tesla relaxes monitoring of drivers using its Autopilot technology, US regulators seek answers
Tesla is letting some drivers use its Autopilot driver-assist system for extended periods without making them put their hands on the steering wheel, a development that has drawn concern from U.S. safety regulators
2023-08-30 20:22
Millions more workers would be entitled to overtime pay under a proposed Biden administration rule
The Biden administration is proposing a new rule that would make 3.6 million more U.S. workers eligible for overtime pay, reviving an Obama-era policy effort that was ultimately scuttled in court
2023-08-30 18:52
S&P 500, Nasdaq futures dip with more economic data on tap
Futures tracking the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq dipped on Wednesday as investors remained cautious in a data-heavy
2023-08-30 18:16
Thai man kills 3 in his family and tries to take his own life after falling prey to online scam
At least 11 people are suspected to be involved with a loan scam that allegedly drove a man to kill his wife and two young boys before trying to take his own life in their family home, Thai police said Wednesday
2023-08-30 15:58
Russia earns less from oil and spends more on war. So far, sanctions are working like a slow poison
The Russian currency has stabilized after dipping below 100 rubles to the U.S. dollar — but that doesn't mean the pressure is off Russia's economy
2023-08-30 15:23
Stock market today: Asian shares boosted by Wall Street rise on consumer confidence and jobs
Asian shares are trading higher, boosted by a Wall Street rally that came on positive reports on consumer confidence and job openings
2023-08-30 14:50
Logging is growing in a Nigerian forest home to endangered elephants. Rangers blame lax enforcement
Logging is threatening Omo Forest Reserve in southern Nigeria, which is home to endangered wildlife like African elephants
2023-08-30 14:25
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to outline remaining 2023 priorities in Democrat-controlled state
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will deliver a “What’s Next Address" that will outline her policy priorities for the second half of the year
2023-08-30 13:19
Johnny & Associates founder Kitagawa sexually assaulted hundreds of teens, investigation finds
A team investigating sexual assault allegations against the late founder of a talent agency for boy bands says it has found the charges credible and is calling for financial compensation for the victims
2023-08-30 10:00
Is Erika Jayne getting sued? 'RHOBH' star accused of using Secret Service agents and American Express to extort money from Marco Marco co-owner
'RHOBH's Erika Jayne, two of her assistants, Secret Service personnel, and American Express are the targets of a lawsuit brought by Christopher Psaila
2023-08-30 09:58
Saudi Arabia gets some unlikely visitors when a plane full of Israelis makes an emergency landing
A plane carrying Israelis home from the Indian Ocean island nation of Seychelles has made an emergency stop in Saudi Arabia before flying back to Tel Aviv
2023-08-30 09:17