Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway makes big bets on Japan
Warren Buffett is ushering in his nineties with big bets on Japan.6 years ago
New Chinese rules could complicate a sale of TikTok’s US business
China appears to have complicated efforts to sell TikTok to an American company by introducing new rules that could allow Beijing to veto any potential deal.6 years ago
French virus surge threatens nationwide back-to-school plan
France's government is admitting that not all classrooms can safely reopen Tuesday as planned. A persistent rise in virus infections is jeopardizing the government’s push to get France’s 12.9 million schoolchildren back into class.6 years ago
Israeli, US delegations depart to UAE in 1st direct flight
A Star of David-adorned El Al plane has departed from Israel’s international airport, carrying a high-ranking American and Israeli delegation to Abu Dhabi in the first-ever direct commercial passenger flight to the United Arab Emirates.6 years ago
NBA playoffs resume Saturday as sides detail new commitments
The NBA playoffs will resume Saturday after the league and the National Basketball Players Association detailed the commitments that made players comfortable continuing the postseason.6 years ago
Syracuse Utah temple location announced
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the location of the Syracuse Utah Temple: a 12-acre lot at 2500 West and 1025 South.6 years ago
‘Airplane Mode’: Quirky new video game lets you sit through a long-haul flight in economy class
What do you miss most about traveling? If you answered, "being stuck on a plane with crying babies while playing Sudoku," then 'Airplane Mode' is the game for you.6 years ago
Louisiana hospital staff stayed behind to care for 19 babies as Hurricane Laura hit
Even as winds howled, water leaked through windows and the generators kicked on at Louisiana's Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, someone had to watch the babies.6 years ago
Japan PM Shinzo Abe says he’s resigning for health reasons
Shinzo Abe, Japan’s longest-serving prime minister, says he will resign because a chronic illness has resurfaced.6 years ago
Fed: Rates to stay ultra-low even after inflation picks up
The Federal Reserve announced a significant change in how it manages interest rates by saying it plans to keep rates near zero even after inflation has exceeded the Fed’s 2% target level.6 years ago
Neighbors with hoses target fires as crews urge them to stop
Some people are taking firefighting into their own hands as large wildfires across California stretch crews.6 years ago
What to pack in a ‘go bag’ for when disaster strikes
When disaster strikes the most important thing to bring with you: A "go bag" full of emergency supplies.6 years ago
More than 1 million Americans applied for jobless benefits
Just over 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, a sign that the coronavirus outbreak continues to threaten jobs even as the housing market, auto sales and other segments of the economy rebound from a springtime collapse.6 years ago
Even Corporate America thinks the stock market is overvalued
ven Corporate America thinks Wall Street's meteoric recovery may be getting out of hand. A stunning 84% of Fortune 500 CFOs say the US stock market is overvalued, according to a survey released Thursday by Deloitte.6 years ago
Black GOP House candidate praises Trump in convention speech
A Black conservative running for a Utah congressional seat says America needs more leaders like President Donald Trump who stand by their principles, won’t compromise and who “will stand up to the lawlessness supported by the radical left.”6 years ago
New Zealand mosque shooter sentenced to life without parole
The white supremacist who slaughtered 51 worshippers at two New Zealand mosques has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, the first time the maximum available sentence has been imposed.6 years ago
Laura, now a Category 2 hurricane, still extremely dangerous
Laura has weakened to a Category 2 hurricane as its center moved deeper inland over Louisiana. That's no longer a major hurricane but it still has extremely dangerous winds, hours after striking the coast and pushing what forecasters called an unsurvivable storm surge miles inland.6 years ago
‘This is war!’ How the relationship between Lionel Messi and Barcelona turned sour
Soccer star Lionel Messi is reportedly in talks to leave his longtime team FC Barcelona. Sources also tell ESPN Messi has spoken to English team Manchester City about a long term deal that could have the star play in the US.6 years ago
Man critically injured, suspect in custody after Midvale shooting
Police say a man is in critical condition and another in custody after a shooting at a Motel 6 in Midvale early Wednesday morning.6 years ago
Kenosha police: 3 shot, 2 fatally, during Wisconsin protests
Police say two people have died and one person was injured as shots were fired during the third night of unrest in Wisconsin following the shooting of a Black man by police.6 years ago
Laura now forecast to be a catastrophic Category 4 hurricane
Forecasters say Hurricane Laura is rapidly intensifying and will become a “catastrophic” Category 4 hurricane before landfall.6 years ago
‘Dead’ woman found to be breathing at Detroit funeral home
Officials say a young woman who had been declared dead was discovered still alive at a Detroit funeral home. A lawyer hired by Timesha Beauchamp's family says she opened her eyes as she was about to be embalmed.6 years ago
McDonald’s launches first new Chicken McNuggets flavor in nearly 40 years
McDonald's is putting a new spin on an old favorite as it tries to lure customers back during the pandemic. Spicy Chicken McNuggets will hit US restaurants on September 16, for a limited time.6 years ago
