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The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA Fandom usually means tracking your favorite team for years − so why are the Olympics so good at making us root for sports and athletes we tune out most of the time? Fandom usually means tracking your favorite team for years − so why are the Olympics so good at making us root for sports and athletes we tune out most of the time? What was the 'first American novel'? On this Independence Day, a look at what it started What was the 'first American novel'? On this Independence Day, a look at what it started
Science
Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Fossils show huge salamanderlike predator with sharp fangs existed before the dinosaurs Fossils show huge salamanderlike predator with sharp fangs existed before the dinosaurs China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says
Technology
China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says China is the runaway leader in generative AI patent applications followed by the US, the UN says Even short trips to space can change an astronaut’s biology − a new set of studies offers the most comprehensive look at spaceflight health since NASA’s Twins Study Even short trips to space can change an astronaut’s biology − a new set of studies offers the most comprehensive look at spaceflight health since NASA’s Twins Study From 'latte makeup' to 'girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last? From 'latte makeup' to 'girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last?
World
Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon Russian missiles and drones strike eastern Ukraine's Dnipro in a daylight attack that kills 5 Russian missiles and drones strike eastern Ukraine's Dnipro in a daylight attack that kills 5 Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Sports
Coco Gauff reaches 3rd round at Wimbledon, says she not feeling pressure Coco Gauff reaches 3rd round at Wimbledon, says she not feeling pressure LeBron James agrees to a 2-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says LeBron James agrees to a 2-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, AP source says Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu will play mixed doubles at Wimbledon Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu will play mixed doubles at Wimbledon
Political
Britain’s new prime minister has a chance to reset ties with the White House – but a range of thorny issues and the US election make it more tricky Britain’s new prime minister has a chance to reset ties with the White House – but a range of thorny issues and the US election make it more tricky Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon
Health
Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Detroit’s legacy of housing inequity has caused long-term health impacts − these policies can help mitigate that harm Detroit’s legacy of housing inequity has caused long-term health impacts − these policies can help mitigate that harm Why mass shootings and violence increase in the summer Why mass shootings and violence increase in the summer
Economy
Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Q&A: Jessica Calarco on ‘how women became America’s safety net’ Wave of summer travel expected over July Fourth holiday as hot inflation loosens grip Wave of summer travel expected over July Fourth holiday as hot inflation loosens grip US filings for jobless claims inch up modestly, but continuing claims rise for ninth straight week US filings for jobless claims inch up modestly, but continuing claims rise for ninth straight week
Environment
Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Massive makos, Queen Bosses and a baby angel shark on Discovery 'Shark Week,' where women shine Flirting with disaster: When endangered wild animals try to mate with domestic relatives, both wildlife and people lose Flirting with disaster: When endangered wild animals try to mate with domestic relatives, both wildlife and people lose Northern California wildfire spreads, with more hot weather expected. Thousands evacuate Northern California wildfire spreads, with more hot weather expected. Thousands evacuate
Education
One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics Why US schools need to shake up the way they teach physics Why US schools need to shake up the way they teach physics Judge's order greatly expands where Biden can't enforce a new rule protecting LGBTQ+ students Judge's order greatly expands where Biden can't enforce a new rule protecting LGBTQ+ students
Entertainment
One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics One way to get real-life legal experience? A free trip to the Paris Olympics The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA The best concerts of 2024 so far: AP’s picks include Olivia Rodrigo, Bad Bunny, George Strait, SZA Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral Thousands pay their respects to renowned Albanian writer Ismail Kadare at his state funeral
Local
Los Angeles' secret spots locals love to keep hidden Los Angeles' secret spots locals love to keep hidden Discover diverse hotels in Los Angeles for every traveler's dream experience Discover diverse hotels in Los Angeles for every traveler's dream experience Live like an A-lister: LA's most chic & glamorous hotels Live like an A-lister: LA's most chic & glamorous hotels
Games

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Economy

Stocks jump, yields drop as Fed cut hopes bloom

A gauge of global stocks rallied while Treasury yields fell on Friday after a U.S. payrolls report was softer than anticipated, easing concerns the Federal

May 03, 2024
Stocks jump, yields drop as Fed cut hopes bloom
Business|Economy|Technology

Stocks dip but up for the week, US dollar climbs

A gauge of global stocks declined for a second straight session on Friday, weighed down by weakness in technology shares, while the dollar hit

June 21, 2024
Stocks dip but up for the week, US dollar climbs
Business|Economy

Stocks gain, US yields decline after retail sales data

A gauge of global stocks advanced for a second straight session on Tuesday and U.S.

July 02, 2024
Stocks gain, US yields decline after retail sales data
Business

S&P 500, Dow close slightly up; Nvidia gains after the bell

The S&P 500 and Dow Jones industrials eked out small gains on Wednesday, while the Nasdaq closed lower for a third straight session as investors awaited the

February 21, 2024
S&P 500, Dow close slightly up; Nvidia gains after the bell
Business

Yen jumps on possible Bank of Japan shift, stocks bounce

The Japanese yen jumped on Thursday as policymakers hinted the Bank of Japan (BOJ) may shift away from its ultra-low interest rate plan and a gauge of global

December 07, 2023
Yen jumps on possible Bank of Japan shift, stocks bounce
Business

Stocks edge up, 10-year Treasury yield falls as rate cut timing weighed

A gauge of global equities rose on Wednesday following consecutive declines to start the week, while longer-dated U.S.

December 06, 2023
Stocks edge up, 10-year Treasury yield falls as rate cut timing weighed
Business|Economy

Stocks rebound to close higher but Dow down for the week

U.S. stocks rebounded on Friday from sharp losses the day before on news of an improving consumer outlook on inflation, sending the Nasdaq to a fifth straight

May 24, 2024
Stocks rebound to close higher but Dow down for the week
Business|Economy

Stocks end slightly higher after Fed comments, ahead of Nvidia

U.S. stocks closed with slight gains on Tuesday, sending the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to record levels, as investors assessed the latest comments from Federal

May 21, 2024
Stocks end slightly higher after Fed comments, ahead of Nvidia
Economy

Stocks rise as megacaps lead; inflation data, earnings eyed

U.S. stocks rose on Wednesday, building steam on strength in megacaps, but gains were limited ahead of inflation reports and major bank earnings later in the

January 10, 2024
Stocks rise as megacaps lead; inflation data, earnings eyed
Economy

Stocks, US yields fall as investors gauge economic health

A gauge of global stocks declined for a second straight session and U.S.

December 05, 2023
Stocks, US yields fall as investors gauge economic health
Economy

Dollar falls to two-month low on Fed view, yen strengthens

The dollar index fell to its lowest in more than two months on Monday, extending a slide from the prior week as investors held to the belief that the U.S.

November 20, 2023
Dollar falls to two-month low on Fed view, yen strengthens
Economy

S&P 500, Nasdaq snap winning streaks after Powell, Treasury auction

U.S. stocks closed lower on Thursday, snapping the longest winning streaks for the Nasdaq and S&P 500 in two years, as Treasury yields climbed after a disappointing

November 09, 2023
S&P 500, Nasdaq snap winning streaks after Powell, Treasury auction
Economy

S&P 500, Nasdaq barely extend win streaks as investors eye yields, Fed comments

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq eked out small gains on Wednesday to extend their recent winning streaks as investors weighed Federal Reserve officials' recent comments for

November 08, 2023
S&P 500, Nasdaq barely extend win streaks as investors eye yields, Fed comments
Economy

Wall St extends winning streak; eyes Fed speakers, Treasury auctions

U.S. stocks closed slightly higher on Monday as investors awaited guidance from a host of Federal Reserve policymakers later in the week on the central bank's policy

November 06, 2023
Wall St extends winning streak; eyes Fed speakers, Treasury auctions
Economy

Fed's Powell: Strong economy may still require rate increases - Reuters News

The U.S. economy's strength and continued tight labor markets could warrant further Federal Reserve interest rate increases, Fed Chair Jerome Powell said on

October 19, 2023
Fed's Powell: Strong economy may still require rate increases - Reuters News
Business|Economy|Technology

Stocks fall despite Nvidia boost as inflation concerns weigh

U.S. stocks ended lower on Thursday, even as a strong revenue forecast for Nvidia fueled a surge in its shares, but that was overshadowed by economic data

May 23, 2024
Stocks fall despite Nvidia boost as inflation concerns weigh
Business|Economy|Technology

Stocks fall after Fed minutes; Nvidia shares climb after the bell

U.S. stocks fell on Wednesday as investors digested minutes of the Federal Reserve's most recent meeting but Nvidia's shares rose about 6% after the close on

May 22, 2024
Stocks fall after Fed minutes; Nvidia shares climb after the bell
Business|Technology

Nasdaq hits record, S&P ticks higher with Nvidia results eyed

The Nasdaq closed at a record high on Monday while the S&P 500 gained slightly as technology stocks advanced ahead of Nvidia's highly anticipated earnings and

May 20, 2024
Nasdaq hits record, S&P ticks higher with Nvidia results eyed
News|Economy

US dollar rises as yen weakness resumes

The U.S. dollar rose against most currencies on Tuesday, steadily gaining ground throughout the day as investors digested the latest comments from Federal

May 07, 2024
US dollar rises as yen weakness resumes
Business|Economy|News

Stocks jump after Fed, US data; yen strengthens

A gauge of global stocks climbed on Thursday after the Federal Reserve indicated it was leaning toward a dovish stance, while the dollar retreated against the

May 01, 2024
Stocks jump after Fed, US data; yen strengthens
Economy|News

Stocks, dollar decline after Fed holds rates steady

A gauge of global stocks fell on Wednesday while the dollar weakened against a basket of peers after the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged and

May 01, 2024
Stocks, dollar decline after Fed holds rates steady
Business|Economy|News

Nasdaq, S&P tumble as Netflix, chip stocks drag; AmEx boosts Dow

The Nasdaq and the S&P 500 ended lower on Friday as Netflix shares weighed, but American Express kept the Dow afloat after quarterly earnings from both

April 19, 2024
Nasdaq, S&P tumble as Netflix, chip stocks drag; AmEx boosts Dow
Business|Economy|News

Stocks end near flat as investors assess earnings, data

U.S. stocks closed near the unchanged mark on Thursday, as investors sifted through the latest corporate earnings, while economic data and comments from

April 18, 2024
Stocks end near flat as investors assess earnings, data

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