FEMA administrator slams false Helene recovery claims from Trump, Musk

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FEMA administrator slams false Helene recovery claims from Trump, Musk

Administrator of the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency, Deanne Criswell, speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, U.S., September 26, 2024.  Elizabeth Frantz | Reuters Federal Emergency Management Agency administrator Deanne Criswell on Sunday criticized former President Donald Trump for spreading false information about how the Biden administration allocated disaster relief funding … Read more

What one top economist sees ahead

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What one top economist sees ahead

There’s a lot for investors to watch as stocks inch towards all-time highs. But the “big unknown” that matters most is the ongoing trade dispute between the United States and China, particularly as it relates to the U.S. economic layout, says Benn Steil, director of international economics and senior fellow at the Council on Foreign … Read more

2024 MLB Division Series: Mets rally past Phillies, Yankees survive, Ohtani homers

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2024 MLB Division Series: Mets rally past Phillies, Yankees survive, Ohtani homers

In his postseason debut, Shohei Ohtani helped lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a comeback win over the San Diego Padres. The New York Mets continued their late-inning comeback magic. The New York Yankees topped the Kansas City Royals in a back-and-forth, unconventional October classic, while a Cleveland Guardians’ offensive outburst helped them take the … Read more

Recession will hit the US within 12 months, David Rosenberg warns

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Recession will hit the US within 12 months, David Rosenberg warns

Despite the Federal Reserve’s latest efforts to boost the economy, long-time market bear David Rosenberg warns a recession is coming. The Gluskin Sheff chief economist and strategist predicts economic growth in the U.S. will turn negative sooner than most investors anticipate — setting the stage for a painful market pullback. “There’s a recession coming in … Read more

Even with up to 24 cameras, MLB didn’t have clear enough angle to reverse Chisholm steal

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Even with up to 24 cameras, MLB didn’t have clear enough angle to reverse Chisholm steal

NEW YORK – Even with up to 24 video cameras, Major League Baseball didn’t have a precise picture showing whether Michael Massey’s glove slapped Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s left foot before it touched the corner of second base. Lance Barrett’s initial safe call stood awarding the stolen base, and Alex Verdugo followed with a run-scoring single … Read more

Brazil votes in local elections with eyes on 2026 presidential showdown

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Brazil votes in local elections with eyes on 2026 presidential showdown

Traffic outside the Central Bank of Brazil headquarters in Brasilia, Brazil, on Monday, June 17, 2024. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Brazilians voted on Sunday for mayors and city councilors in more than 5,500 municipal elections, with polls showing conservative candidates running strong in several major cities, setting the country’s political landscape ahead of … Read more

Jaguars up on Colts after BTJ’s 85-yard TD

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Jaguars up on Colts after BTJ’s 85-yard TD

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Trevor Lawrence and Brian Thomas Jr. are giving the home crowd something to celebrate. Lawrence hit Thomas for an 85-yard touchdown strike, the second-longest scoring pass in franchise history, as the Jaguars lead the Colts 13-10 at halftime at EverBank Stadium. It’s a special day in Jacksonville as the franchise is inducting … Read more