A “low-rate honeymoon” for Hong Kong borrowers has come to an end with an increase in the interest rate banks use to set loan prices, a mixed blessing that drives away carry traders but threatens a property market recovery and discourages corporate borrowing, according to analysts. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority intervened 12 times in…
2024–25 represented a new dawn for the Champions League, as UEFA opted for expansion (shock!) and the introduction of a Swiss model. Now, you can debate all you want about the success of the new format, but it certainly wasn’t an unmitigated disaster. While it’d perhaps make more sense to drop the number of league…
During rehearsals for Beijing’s upcoming military parade, a previously unseen unmanned surface vessel drew attention, underscoring the increasing role of drone technology in China’s naval ambitions. Photos and video shared online show the vessel being moved on a heavy-duty semi-trailer, offering a rare close-up view of its design. The craft appears to incorporate several stealth-oriented…
By Cassandra Garrison and Tom Polansek BUENOS AIRES/CHICAGO (Reuters) -A case of the flesh-eating screwworm parasite has been identified in a person in Maryland who had traveled to the United States from Guatemala, according to four sources familiar with the situation. The person, who received treatment in Maryland, is the first confirmed case in the…
Managing diabetes effectively requires diligent tracking of blood sugar levels and meal compositions. In 2025, several apps have emerged as indispensable tools for individuals seeking better control over their health. These apps offer a range of features, from seamless glucose monitoring integration to comprehensive nutritional analysis, making diabetes management more accessible and personalized. This article…
CHICAGO (WLS) — A U.S. official confirmed to ABC News Sunday that the Pentagon is planning a possible deployment of National Guard forces in Chicago. Mayor Brandon Johnson says he’s in contact with county and state officials, but says he’s heard nothing from the White House. He called a possible National Guard deployment in Chicago…
A trader reacts on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, U.S., August 22, 2025. Brendan McDermid | Reuters U.S. equity futures were flat on Sunday night after the Dow Jones Industrial Average catapulted to new intraday and closing records and as investors looked ahead to Nvidia earnings. Futures tied…
Jerry Adler, who spent decades behind the scenes of storied Broadway productions before pivoting to acting in his 60s, has died at 96. Adler died Saturday, according to a brief family announcement confirmed by the Riverside Memorial Chapel in New York. Adler “passed peacefully in his sleep,” Paradigm Talent Agency’s Sarah Shulman said on behalf…
Postal services in several countries, including India, France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, and Italy, have announced a pause in shipping many goods to the United States. The Washington Post reported that operators worldwide are suspending certain deliveries ahead of the end of a long-standing tariff exemption for packages under $800. India, UK, France…
Netflix bulls hope the stock can continue its impressive run of market outperformance. Netflix (NFLX -0.20%) has fast-forwarded investor returns. In the past five years, the global media pioneer’s share price has soared 150% as of this writing. Ongoing subscriber, revenue, and operating profit growth have been the key ingredients for this perennial winner. But…
