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Former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond dies aged 69

Ex-Scottish National party leader propelled his party into government but his referendum bid for independence failed

Starmer defuses DP World row in bid to salvage £1bn port deal

Minister’s criticism of company’s working practices threatened to overshadow Monday’s investment summit

Almost everyone offered a job at Google accepts, and the CEO explains what it looks for in new hires

“But we are really looking for superstar software engineers,” Google CEO Sundar Pichai said. Read More

Former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, who sought Scotland’s independence, has died at age 69

Salmond was a central figure in Scottish politics for over three decades.

S&P 500 grinds higher to further record highs, finding little to fear in October

Mike Santoli evaluates how this is typically the time of the year that tests the bulls, but that isn’t happening ...

Trump’s tax cuts could expire after 2025. Here’s how top-ranked advisors are preparing

Trump’s tax cuts could expire after 2025. Here are tax-planning strategies from top-ranking advisors before the tax breaks sunset.

After Tesla snub, Mexico vows production of its own compact EVs

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said in July the company had “paused” plans for a plant in Mexico, citing Donald Trump’s ...

U.S. FDA to reconsider decision barring compounded versions of Lilly weight loss drug

The agency said it would now allow compounding pharmacies and facilities to provide the drugs while it reviews if there ...

How Modelo and Corona maker Constellation Brands won the loyalty of Hispanic consumers in the U.S.

A focus on Latinos in the U.S. has helped drive growth in Constellation Brands’ beer business.

Trump to move fast on tariffs, says Wall Street firm, citing clients who met with ex-trade chief

Lighthizer, the U.S. trade representative during Trump’s first term, is a top prospect for a number of potential Cabinet posts ...

Harris’ doctor reports she’s in ‘excellent health,’ as her campaign looks to draw a contrast with Trump

Dr. Joshua Simmons, the physician to the vice president, wrote that Harris maintains a healthy, active lifestyle and her most ...

Data shows migrants aren’t taking jobs from Black or Hispanic people, despite what Trump says

Government data show immigrant labor contributes to economic growth and provides promotional opportunities for native-born workers. Read More

OpenAI may have exceeded the limits of its split corporate structure, experts say

The artificial intelligence company may face a costly and inconvenient reckoning with its nonprofit origins even as its valuation recently exploded to $157 ...

Hyper-local vs. hyper-focused: Two China ETFs go on different paths

While the Rayliant Quantamental China Equity ETF dives into specific regions, the new Roundhill China Dragons ETF focuses on the ...

China leaves economists wanting more action to defeat deflation

“The policy to support consumption sounds quite weak,” said Jacqueline Rong, chief China economist at BNP Paribas SA. Read More

Deaths soar in Gaza refugee camp after Israel encircles Jabalia

Hamas and IDF engage in pitched battles as militants try to regroup

Venezuela cancels passports of dozens of activists and journalists

Move part of campaign of repression since President Nicolás Maduro claimed re-election win, say rights groups

Moldova’s wineries shift away from Russian gas

Vineyard founded by Joseph Stalin joins country’s westward pivot and green transition

Nike tries to get back in the race as sneaker sales gather pace

Athletic footwear thrives as consumers seek wider choice of brands beyond the famous swoosh

French bond investors on edge after tax-raising budget

Despite efforts to lower deficit, fund managers say spreads on France’s debt likely to remain elevated

4 supplements that may help your lower cortisol levels

These supplements may help move the needle on your cortisol levels. Read More

Falling rates and growing confidence in US economy drive a bond revival

Fixed-income ETFs see record inflows as investors seek steady returns and hedge against a stock sell-off

China threatens Taiwan with more trade measures after denouncing president’s speech

China is studying further trade measures against Taiwan, the Ministry of Commerce said on Saturday.

France’s president doesn’t want to lose ‘Emily in Paris’ to Rome—’We will fight hard’

Rome’s mayor shot back at Macron, telling him to focus on more pressing issues. Read More

Donald Trump is promising to bring back the America dream—but no one can agree on what it even is anymore

One thing’s for sure: it’s not about white picket fences anymore. Read More

Good parenting boils down to just 4 strategies, according to experts

Here are some solid ways to lead with love while setting limits, according to experts. Read More

Leaving Kabul: what happened when the Taliban returned

One morning, after 20 years of democracy in Afghanistan, the president fled the country and fighters entered the city. My ...

Mike Ashley’s Frasers continues spree despite Mulberry handbagging

UK retailer’s investments in listed rivals are worth around £500mn

China’s car sales snap five-month decline on subsidy boost

China’s passenger vehicle sales rose in September from a year earlier, snapping five months of decline with a boost from ...

Trump’s new campaign pledge on autonomous EVs is good for Musk and Waymo, bad for China

Trump said on the campaign trail that he would ban Chinese-made autonomous vehicles if reelected to the White House this ...