October, 2024

• 3 October

  Futures fall as investors await labor data, assess Middle East risk

  

  (Reuters) – U.S. stock index futures slipped on Thursday as markets awaited data for insights on the economic outlook and the likelihood of further interest-rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, while watching for a potential escalation in Middle East hostilities. Wall Street’s three main indexes closed flat in the previous …

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• 3 October

  Amid Sanctions, Russian Oil Tankers Are Flying New Flags

  A shadowy network of ships has registered in Gabon, highlighting how Vladimir V. Putin is building an economy beyond the reach of Western sanctions. Source link

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• 3 October

  License Plate Readers Are Creating a US-Wide Database of Political Lawn Signs and Bumper Stickers

  While people place signs in their lawns or bumper stickers on their cars to inform people of their views and potentially to influence those around them, the ACLU’s Stanley says it is intended for “human-scale visibility,” not that of machines. “Perhaps they want to express themselves in their communities, to …

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• 3 October

  Thursday Night Football: How to Watch, Stream Buccaneers vs. Falcons Tonight on Prime Video

  

  See at Amazon Thursday Night Football each week, for $9 a month Amazon Prime Video See at Sling TV Carries Fox for $45 a month in select markets Sling TV Blue Show more (1 item) The Buccaneers and Falcons each head into Thursday’s game fresh off a win. For Tampa …

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• 3 October

  Tory Burch Shares Her Makeup and Skin-Care Essentials

  Plus: a new hotel on the Athens Riviera, salvaged jewelry and more recommendations from T Magazine. Source link

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• 3 October

  4 Top Dividend Stocks Yielding at Least 4% to Buy Without Hesitation This October

  

  Dividend stocks can be powerful investments. They’ve historically outperformed the market with lower volatility. The biggest driver of that outperformance is dividend growth. Brookfield Renewable (NYSE: BEP)(NYSE: BEPC), Oneok (NYSE: OKE), NNN REIT (NYSE: NNN), and Alexandria Real Estate Equities (NYSE: ARE) stand out for their ability to pay dividends. …

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• 3 October

  World Braces for Bigger Trade Wars if Trump Wins

  Business owners and foreign governments are preparing for high tariffs and trade disruptions, depending on the outcome of the election. Source link

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• 3 October

  Google Maps will show AI-powered review summaries in India

  

  Google is adding new AI-powered features on Maps in India including AI-powered summaries, the ability to search for experiences, and weather alerts. The Maps app will analyze reviews and show summaries of places, it said. The company made the announcement at its annual Google for India event on Thursday. Additionally, …

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• 3 October

  At the Brooklyn Open, All Golfers Are Welcome

  The Brooklyn Open golf tournament attracts players whose backgrounds are as varied as their swings. Source link

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• 3 October

  Extend Amazon Prime Day Savings With These Shopping Tips

  

  The tactical application of a credit card can save you money, earn cash back on purchases and knock off a big chunk of your Prime Day purchases. If you’re a Prime member and qualify for Amazon’s Prime Visa, you can start off with a $100 gift card upon approval. You’ll …

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