North Carolina lawmakers convene again to address Hurricane Helene’s billions in damages

North Carolina lawmakers convene again to address Hurricane Helene’s billions in damages

RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina state legislators returning to work Thursday to consider further Hurricane Helene relief have received an estimate of the monetary scope of the catastrophic flooding and what Gov. Roy Cooper wants them to spend soon on recovery efforts. The Republican-dominated General Assembly scheduled a one-day session to consider additional funding and … Read more

Bernstein names top Europe stock picks, gives 4 over 50% upside

Bernstein names top Europe stock picks, gives 4 over 50% upside

Bernstein has identified a handful of European companies as top stock picks, with four showing potential gains of more than 50%. The stocks named span diverse sectors, from recreational vehicle manufacturing to semiconductor production, reflecting Bernstein’s confidence in various European market segments. Bernstein believes the decline in this particular European stock market segment appeared to … Read more

Disposable vapes to be banned from June, says government

Disposable vapes to be banned from June, says government

The sale of disposable vapes will be banned in England from June next year, the government has confirmed. Ministers say the move is intended to prevent environmental damage and protect children’s health. Similar bans are expected to be introduced by the devolved governments in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. A ban was first announced in … Read more