US wages rose at a solid pace this summer, posing challenge for Fed's inflation fight
Wages and benefits grew at a slightly faster pace in the July-September quarter than the previous three months, a benefit to workers that also represents a risk to the Federal Reserve’s fight against inflation
2023-10-31 21:52
A continuing decline in sales of COVID-19 products clips revenue at Pfizer
Pfizer lost more than $2 billion in the third quarter as an expected COVID-19 product sales decline clipped revenue
2023-10-31 21:49
Europe's inflation eased to 2.9% in October thanks to lower fuel prices. But growth has vanished
The inflation that has been wearing on European consumers fell sharply to 2.9% in October, its lowest in more than two years as fuel prices fell and rapid interest rate hikes from the European Central Bank took hold
2023-10-31 19:59
3 energy companies compete to build a new nuclear reactor in the Czech Republic
Three energy companies including U.S. Westinghouse, France’s EdF and Korea’s KHNP, have submitted their final bids to build the Czech Republic’s newest reactor at the Dukovany nuclear power station as the country strives to become more energy-independent and wean itself off fossil fuels
2023-10-31 19:55
India-led alliance set to fund solar projects in Africa in a boost to the energy transition
An alliance of nations that push for more solar power worldwide are set to announce nearly $35 million for projects such as mini grids and rooftop installations, mainly in Africa, according to the group’s director general
2023-10-31 19:49
Biden administration takes on JetBlue as its fight against industry consolidation goes to court
The Biden administration and JetBlue Airways are facing off in court over the Biden administration's effort to stop JetBlue from buying Spirit Airlines
2023-10-31 18:59
Singapore defense minister calls on China to take the lead in reducing regional tensions
Singapore’s defense minister has urged China as a dominant power in Asia to take the lead in reducing tensions in the region, warning that a military conflict like the one in Ukraine or the Israel-Hamas war would be devastating for the continent and its future
2023-10-31 18:29
Stock market today: World shares mixed, oil prices gain ahead of Fed decision on rates
World shares are mixed and oil prices have gained as investors await a decision by the U.S. Federal Reserve on interest rates
2023-10-31 17:52
US regulators sue SolarWinds and its security chief for alleged cyber neglect ahead of Russian hack
U.S. regulators have sued SolarWinds and its top security executive for fraud for allegedly concealing poor cybersecurity practices ahead of the Texas-based technology company's stunning hack by Russian spies
2023-10-31 08:19
Where you've seen Atlanta, dubbed the 'Hollywood of the South,' on screen
ATLANTA (AP) — Metropolitan Atlanta is home to the second highest number of soundstages in the U.S., including the massive Tyler Perry Studios and Trilith Studios. But many productions have chosen to shoot in and around the city itself, often as stand-ins for other locations (it’s a popular double for New York). Here are some landmarks and towns you might recognize:
2023-10-31 06:22
Israel's economy recovered from previous wars with Hamas, but this one might go longer, hit harder
Just last month, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu predicted a new era of peace and prosperity in the Middle East, based on growing acceptance of Israel within the region
2023-10-31 05:54
Two hours of terror and now years of devastation for Acapulco's poor in Hurricane Otis aftermath
Hurricane Otis shredded Acapulco, Mexico, last week and tore apart the lives of hundreds of thousands of people
2023-10-31 04:23