Thursday, October 19 2017 4:21 AM EDT2017-10-19 08:21:53 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:52 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:52:26 GMT
Catalonia's leader has threatened to explicitly declare independence from Spain if no talks are offered and central authorities follow through on a threat to take control of the region's semi-autonomous powers.
Catalonia's leader has threatened to explicitly declare independence from Spain if no talks are offered and central authorities follow through on a threat to take control of the region's semi-autonomous powers.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 11:51 PM EDT2017-10-19 03:51:21 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:52 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:52:20 GMT
China's ruling Communist Party is expanding its role in business even as it promises freer markets and support for entrepreneurs on the eve of President Xi Jinping's second five-year term as leader.
China's ruling Communist Party is expanding its role in business even as it promises freer markets and support for entrepreneurs on the eve of President Xi Jinping's second five-year term as leader.
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:11 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:11:28 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:51 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:51:43 GMT
Facebook says none of its top executives are coming to Thailand, two days after the country's military ruler announced CEO Mark Zuckerberg would meet him this month.
Facebook says none of its top executives are coming to Thailand, two days after the country's military ruler announced CEO Mark Zuckerberg would meet him this month.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 3:10 AM EDT2017-10-18 07:10:58 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:50 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:50:01 GMT
The many thousands who lost their houses, condos and apartments in wildfires burning in Northern California will not only have to find or build a new place to live. They'll have to do it in one of the toughest...
The many thousands who lost their houses, condos and apartments in wildfires burning in Northern California will not only have to find or build a new place to live. They'll have to do it in one of the toughest housing markets in the nation.
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:31 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:31:34 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:48 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:48:37 GMT
Official figures show that retail sales in Britain fell by a bigger than anticipated 0.8 percent in September, a drop that analysts say has its roots in the squeeze on household incomes following an inflationary...
Official figures show that retail sales in Britain fell by a bigger than anticipated 0.8 percent in September, a drop that analysts say has its roots in the squeeze on household incomes following an inflationary spike.
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:01 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:01:30 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:48 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:48:34 GMT
Unilever, the consumer products giant that owns brands including Dove, Lipton and Knorr, was buffeted by bad weather in the United States and Europe in the third quarter.
Unilever, the consumer products giant that owns brands including Dove, Lipton and Knorr, was buffeted by bad weather in the United States and Europe in the third quarter.
Thursday, October 19 2017 3:11 AM EDT2017-10-19 07:11:44 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:48 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:48:33 GMT
China economy stable in July-September quarter, giving the ruling Communist Party a boost as it prepares to appoint President Xi Jinping to a new term as leader.
China economy stable in July-September quarter, giving the ruling Communist Party a boost as it prepares to appoint President Xi Jinping to a new term as leader.
Thursday, October 19 2017 5:31 AM EDT2017-10-19 09:31:28 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 6:21 AM EDT2017-10-19 10:21:37 GMT
Hard-core euroskeptics in Britain's Parliament are urging Prime Minister Theresa May to walk away from European Union divorce talks unless the bloc starts discussing trade.
Hard-core euroskeptics in Britain's Parliament are urging Prime Minister Theresa May to walk away from European Union divorce talks unless the bloc starts discussing trade.
Thursday, October 19 2017 5:21 AM EDT2017-10-19 09:21:37 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 5:51 AM EDT2017-10-19 09:51:55 GMT
Senate Republicans seem to be on cruise control to pass a $4 trillion budget plan that shelves GOP deficit concerns in favor of the party's drive to cut taxes.
Senate Republicans seem to be on cruise control to pass a $4 trillion budget plan that shelves GOP deficit concerns in favor of the party's drive to cut taxes.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 9:31 AM EDT2017-10-18 13:31:19 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 5:22 AM EDT2017-10-19 09:22:23 GMT
Sen. Lamar Alexander says President Donald Trump called him Wednesday "to be encouraging" of bipartisan efforts to come up with a plan to stabilize health insurance premiums after Trump stopped them.
Sen. Lamar Alexander says President Donald Trump called him Wednesday "to be encouraging" of bipartisan efforts to come up with a plan to stabilize health insurance premiums after Trump stopped them.
Thursday, October 19 2017 4:21 AM EDT2017-10-19 08:21:52 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 5:22 AM EDT2017-10-19 09:22:00 GMT
Swiss biotech company Roche says sales grew 5 percent in the first nine months of the year, crediting new product launches and citing double-digit growth in the pharmaceuticals division in the U.S. market.
Swiss biotech company Roche says sales grew 5 percent in the first nine months of the year, crediting new product launches and citing double-digit growth in the pharmaceuticals division in the U.S. market.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 5:31 AM EDT2017-10-18 09:31:03 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 5:03 AM EDT2017-10-19 09:03:16 GMT
Much of it will be held behind closed doors, but journalists and academics _ and more than a billion Chinese citizens _ will be closely watching for hints signaling change at this week's twice-every-decade congress...
Much of it will be held behind closed doors, but journalists and academics _ and more than a billion Chinese citizens _ will be closely watching for hints signaling change at this week's twice-every-decade congress of China's ruling Communist Party.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 4:01 PM EDT2017-10-18 20:01:15 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 5:01 AM EDT2017-10-19 09:01:49 GMT
Millions of Americans would lose a prized tax break under President Donald Trump's sweeping revamp of the tax code, but corporations would get to keep it.
Millions of Americans would lose a prized tax break under President Donald Trump's sweeping revamp of the tax code, but corporations would get to keep it.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 5:51 PM EDT2017-10-18 21:51:32 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 4:53 AM EDT2017-10-19 08:53:28 GMT
Tech giant Google has briefed the House and Senate intelligence committees ahead of two Nov. 1 hearings that will examine Russian efforts to influence U.S. elections through social media.
Tech giant Google has briefed the House and Senate intelligence committees ahead of two Nov. 1 hearings that will examine Russian efforts to influence U.S. elections through social media.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 12:31 AM EDT2017-10-18 04:31:00 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 3:34 AM EDT2017-10-19 07:34:25 GMT
Twitter vowed to crack down further on hate speech and sexual harassment on its platform, days after CEO Jack Dorsey said in a tweet-storm that the company was "still" not doing enough to protect its users.
Twitter vowed to crack down further on hate speech and sexual harassment on its platform, days after CEO Jack Dorsey said in a tweet-storm that the company was "still" not doing enough to protect its users.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 12:40 AM EDT2017-10-17 04:40:13 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 3:34 AM EDT2017-10-19 07:34:23 GMT
A new study inspired by Boston's early experiments with self-driving cars finds that the technology could ease congestion, but also lead to more cars on the road and further encourage urban sprawl.
A new study inspired by Boston's early experiments with self-driving cars finds that the technology could ease congestion, but also lead to more cars on the road and further encourage urban sprawl.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 6:21 PM EDT2017-10-18 22:21:12 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 3:22 AM EDT2017-10-19 07:22:21 GMT
Nineteen top state government lawyers are asking a U.S. judge in California to force the Trump administration to make health care subsidy payments that the president abruptly cut off last week.
Nineteen top state government lawyers are asking a U.S. judge in California to force the Trump administration to make health care subsidy payments that the president abruptly cut off last week.
Thursday, October 19 2017 1:41 AM EDT2017-10-19 05:41:22 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 1:51 AM EDT2017-10-19 05:51:25 GMT
South Korea's central bank says Asia's fourth-largest economy is likely to grow 3.0 percent this year bolstered by robust exports in the manufacturing sector.
South Korea's central bank says Asia's fourth-largest economy is likely to grow 3.0 percent this year bolstered by robust exports in the manufacturing sector.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 12:30 AM EDT2017-10-18 04:30:53 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 12:25 AM EDT2017-10-19 04:25:04 GMT
President Xi Jinping has called for China's ruling Communist Party to step up technology development, an area in which Beijing faces complaints that it encourages theft of foreign know-how and blocks access to...
President Xi Jinping has called for China's ruling Communist Party to step up technology development, an area in which Beijing faces complaints that it encourages theft of foreign know-how and blocks access to emerging industries.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 5:11 PM EDT2017-10-18 21:11:11 GMT
Thursday, October 19 2017 12:21 AM EDT2017-10-19 04:21:40 GMT
Kenneth Chenault, one of the most prominent black businessmen and long-time chairman and CEO of American Express, will retire in early 2018; led company through financial crisis and 9/11 attacks.
Kenneth Chenault, one of the most prominent black businessmen and long-time chairman and CEO of American Express, will retire in early 2018; led company through financial crisis and 9/11 attacks.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 7:52 AM EDT2017-10-18 11:52:14 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 8:33 PM EDT2017-10-19 00:33:17 GMT
The EU is unveiling new measures to help counter lone-wolf attacks following a spate of killings in major cities by extremists driving vehicles into crowds of people.
The EU is unveiling new measures to help counter lone-wolf attacks following a spate of killings in major cities by extremists driving vehicles into crowds of people.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 12:20 AM EDT2017-10-17 04:20:14 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 5:34 PM EDT2017-10-18 21:34:09 GMT
Greenpeace is faulting technology titans like Samsung Electronics, Amazon and Huawei for falling short on their efforts to reduce their environmental impact.
Greenpeace is faulting technology titans like Samsung Electronics, Amazon and Huawei for falling short on their efforts to reduce their environmental impact.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 12:11 PM EDT2017-10-18 16:11:09 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 5:21 PM EDT2017-10-18 21:21:23 GMT
Kentucky's Republican leaders say they will close the state's troubled pension system for most new employees, offering them a 401(k)-style plan as they seek to stop the bleeding on one of the country's worst funded...
Kentucky's Republican leaders say they will close the state's troubled pension system for most new employees, offering them a 401(k)-style plan as they seek to stop the bleeding on one of the country's worst funded public retirement plans.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 7:31 AM EDT2017-10-18 11:31:04 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 4:23 PM EDT2017-10-18 20:23:13 GMT
The European Union says that the one-year-old rules governing trans-Atlantic data transfers are working well but that some improvements can still be made to the system seeking to guarantee EU citizens privacy...
The European Union says that the one-year-old rules governing trans-Atlantic data transfers are working well but that some improvements can still be made to the system seeking to guarantee EU citizens privacy protection from U.S. companies.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 10:41 AM EDT2017-10-18 14:41:20 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 3:41 PM EDT2017-10-18 19:41:20 GMT
A fire that erupted at the West Coast's largest oil refinery threatened storage tanks and sent huge flames into the sky and black smoke across neighborhoods before crews quickly smothered it.
A fire that erupted at the West Coast's largest oil refinery threatened storage tanks and sent huge flames into the sky and black smoke across neighborhoods before crews quickly smothered it.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 9:51 PM EDT2017-10-18 01:51:06 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 3:11 PM EDT2017-10-18 19:11:28 GMT
Chinese President Xi Jinping is primed to consolidate his already considerable power as the ruling Communist Party begins its national congress on Wednesday.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is primed to consolidate his already considerable power as the ruling Communist Party begins its national congress on Wednesday.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 12:11 PM EDT2017-10-18 16:11:21 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 2:54 PM EDT2017-10-18 18:54:46 GMT
President Donald Trump says the nation faces a "once in a lifetime opportunity" to overhaul the tax system during a White House meeting with a group of senators.
President Donald Trump says the nation faces a "once in a lifetime opportunity" to overhaul the tax system during a White House meeting with a group of senators.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 8:10 AM EDT2017-10-18 12:10:58 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 2:44 PM EDT2017-10-18 18:44:02 GMT
Anthem has found a new partner to help run prescription drug coverage after the Blue Cross-Blue Shield insurer's rocky relationship with Express Scripts ends.
Anthem has found a new partner to help run prescription drug coverage after the Blue Cross-Blue Shield insurer's rocky relationship with Express Scripts ends.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 11:53 AM EDT2017-10-18 15:53:37 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 2:31 PM EDT2017-10-18 18:31:30 GMT
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has killed a rule designed to protect the legal rights of farmers who raise chickens and hogs for the nation's largest meat processors.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has killed a rule designed to protect the legal rights of farmers who raise chickens and hogs for the nation's largest meat processors.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 4:50 AM EDT2017-10-18 08:50:53 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 1:31 PM EDT2017-10-18 17:31:28 GMT
Royal Dutch Shell is opening its first electric vehicle recharging points at three gas stations in Britain, as one of the oil giant steps responds to a global push toward zero-emission vehicles.
Royal Dutch Shell is opening its first electric vehicle recharging points at three gas stations in Britain, as one of the oil giant steps responds to a global push toward zero-emission vehicles.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 9:21 AM EDT2017-10-18 13:21:03 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 12:32 PM EDT2017-10-18 16:32:26 GMT
China and Taiwan joined many U.S. allies including Israel at the World Trade Organization to express concerns over a Trump administration executive order that seeks to maximize use of American-made goods, products...
China and Taiwan joined many U.S. allies including Israel at the World Trade Organization to express concerns over a Trump administration executive order that seeks to maximize use of American-made goods, products and materials in government procurement.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 12:11 PM EDT2017-10-18 16:11:14 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 12:11 PM EDT2017-10-18 16:11:17 GMT
Silvio Berlusconi has thrown his political weight behind a referendum on autonomy in his native Lombard region, but said he is not sure whether or not he can vote himself.
Silvio Berlusconi has thrown his political weight behind a referendum on autonomy in his native Lombard region, but said he is not sure whether or not he can vote himself.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 9:01 AM EDT2017-10-18 13:01:14 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 9:01 AM EDT2017-10-18 13:01:44 GMT
Silvio Berlusconi has thrown his political weight behind a referendum on autonomy in his native Lombard region, but said he is not sure whether or not he can vote himself.
Silvio Berlusconi has thrown his political weight behind a referendum on autonomy in his native Lombard region, but said he is not sure whether or not he can vote himself.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 8:50 AM EDT2017-10-18 12:50:58 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 9:01 AM EDT2017-10-18 13:01:28 GMT
Norway solar panel maker Saga Energy has signed a five-year deal, estimated to worth 2.5 billion euro ($2.94 billion), with Iran's state-owned company Amin Energy Developpers to build solar power plants.
Norway solar panel maker Saga Energy has signed a five-year deal, estimated to worth 2.5 billion euro ($2.94 billion), with Iran's state-owned company Amin Energy Developpers to build solar power plants.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 4:30 AM EDT2017-10-18 08:30:52 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 8:23 AM EDT2017-10-18 12:23:51 GMT
Some 50 Spanish and Catalan party lawmakers have held up posters in parliament demanding the release of two pro-Catalonia independence movement leaders, describing them as political prisoners.
Some 50 Spanish and Catalan party lawmakers have held up posters in parliament demanding the release of two pro-Catalonia independence movement leaders, describing them as political prisoners.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 5:00 AM EDT2017-10-18 09:00:53 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 8:01 AM EDT2017-10-18 12:01:24 GMT
Official figures show that household incomes in Britain continue to be squeezed even though the country's unemployment rate remains at its lowest level in 42 years.
Official figures show that household incomes in Britain continue to be squeezed even though the country's unemployment rate remains at its lowest level in 42 years.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 5:40 PM EDT2017-10-17 21:40:47 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 7:48 AM EDT2017-10-18 11:48:16 GMT
Spike network is investigating reports of sexual harassment by the brother of disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein against the female showrunner of a series produced by The Weinstein Co. and aired on Spike.
Spike network is investigating reports of sexual harassment by the brother of disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein against the female showrunner of a series produced by The Weinstein Co. and aired on Spike.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 3:31 AM EDT2017-10-18 07:31:17 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 7:48 AM EDT2017-10-18 11:48:00 GMT
Dutch paints and chemicals company AkzoNobel says its net profit fell by 24 percent in the third quarter to 216 million euros ($254 million) as higher raw material costs and unfavorable exchange rates cancelled out...
Dutch paints and chemicals company AkzoNobel says its net profit fell by 24 percent in the third quarter to 216 million euros ($254 million) as higher raw material costs and unfavorable exchange rates cancelled out a slight rise in revenue.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 5:00 AM EDT2017-10-18 09:00:57 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 7:47 AM EDT2017-10-18 11:47:27 GMT
European Central Bank head Mario Draghi says governments must ensure that pro-business reforms ensure that growth benefits everyone if the changes in worker protections are to find acceptance.
European Central Bank head Mario Draghi says governments must ensure that pro-business reforms ensure that growth benefits everyone if the changes in worker protections are to find acceptance.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 3:50 PM EDT2017-10-17 19:50:43 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 7:21 AM EDT2017-10-18 11:21:36 GMT
The Manhattan district attorney who declined to charge Harvey Weinstein in a 2015 sexual abuse case says he has stopped taking campaign donations pending a review by an outside ethics group.
The Manhattan district attorney who declined to charge Harvey Weinstein in a 2015 sexual abuse case says he has stopped taking campaign donations pending a review by an outside ethics group.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 3:40 PM EDT2017-10-17 19:40:34 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 7:21 AM EDT2017-10-18 11:21:27 GMT
Harvey Weinstein is leaving the board of the film company he started, more than a week after he was fired following allegations of sexual harassment and rape.
Harvey Weinstein is leaving the board of the film company he started, more than a week after he was fired following allegations of sexual harassment and rape.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 6:50 AM EDT2017-10-17 10:50:27 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 4:22 AM EDT2017-10-18 08:22:21 GMT
Spain's northeastern Catalonia is bracing itself for a fresh round of protests after two leaders of the region's powerful pro-independence movement were jailed in a sedition probe.
Spain's northeastern Catalonia is bracing itself for a fresh round of protests after two leaders of the region's powerful pro-independence movement were jailed in a sedition probe.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 12:00 PM EDT2017-10-17 16:00:36 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 4:04 AM EDT2017-10-18 08:04:12 GMT
Two leading senators say they have the "basic outlines" of a bipartisan deal to resume payments to health insurers that President Donald Trump has blocked.
Two leading senators say they have the "basic outlines" of a bipartisan deal to resume payments to health insurers that President Donald Trump has blocked.
Wednesday, October 18 2017 12:10 AM EDT2017-10-18 04:10:54 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 3:47 AM EDT2017-10-18 07:47:52 GMT
President Xi Jinping has called for China's ruling Communist Party to step up technology development, an area in which Beijing faces complaints it encourages theft of foreign know-how.
President Xi Jinping has called for China's ruling Communist Party to step up technology development, an area in which Beijing faces complaints it encourages theft of foreign know-how.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 9:40 AM EDT2017-10-17 13:40:28 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 3:47 AM EDT2017-10-18 07:47:46 GMT
Microsoft has begun rolling out an update to its Windows 10 operating system, hoping to spark enthusiasm for its virtual- and augmented-reality ambitions.
Microsoft has begun rolling out an update to its Windows 10 operating system, hoping to spark enthusiasm for its virtual- and augmented-reality ambitions.
Monday, October 16 2017 4:30 PM EDT2017-10-16 20:30:03 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 2:03 AM EDT2017-10-18 06:03:14 GMT
Netflix is sinking deeper into debt in its relentless pursuit of more viewers, leaving the company little margin for error as it tries to build the world's biggest video subscription service.
Netflix is sinking deeper into debt in its relentless pursuit of more viewers, leaving the company little margin for error as it tries to build the world's biggest video subscription service.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 2:20 PM EDT2017-10-17 18:20:37 GMT
Wednesday, October 18 2017 12:02 AM EDT2017-10-18 04:02:04 GMT
A leading Republican senator says he and a top Democrat have reached an agreement on a plan to extend federal payments to health insurers that President Donald Trump has blocked.
A leading Republican senator says he and a top Democrat have reached an agreement on a plan to extend federal payments to health insurers that President Donald Trump has blocked.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 2:50 PM EDT2017-10-17 18:50:37 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 5:47 PM EDT2017-10-17 21:47:36 GMT
An Iowa Republican says he may seek to block President Donald Trump's nominees for key posts at the Environmental Protection Agency unless the administration backs off a proposed reduction in the volume of biofuels...
An Iowa Republican says he may seek to block President Donald Trump's nominees for key posts at the Environmental Protection Agency unless the administration backs off a proposed reduction in the volume of biofuels blended into gasoline and diesel.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 3:30 PM EDT2017-10-17 19:30:44 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 5:47 PM EDT2017-10-17 21:47:13 GMT
The Department of Veterans Affairs says it will proceed with a narrow waiver to a federal ethics law banning employees from receiving benefits from for-profit colleges.
The Department of Veterans Affairs says it will proceed with a narrow waiver to a federal ethics law banning employees from receiving benefits from for-profit colleges.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 6:50 AM EDT2017-10-17 10:50:32 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 5:11 PM EDT2017-10-17 21:11:05 GMT
UnitedHealth Group says third-quarter earnings soared 26 percent and beat Wall Street expectations, as a growing Optum business segment once again helped the nation's largest health insurer.
UnitedHealth Group says third-quarter earnings soared 26 percent and beat Wall Street expectations, as a growing Optum business segment once again helped the nation's largest health insurer.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 12:40 PM EDT2017-10-17 16:40:41 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 2:30 PM EDT2017-10-17 18:30:43 GMT
Democrats and environmental groups are denouncing a Republican plan to allow oil and gas drilling in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, saying the plan would defile a crown jewel of U.S. wilderness to...
Democrats and environmental groups are denouncing a Republican plan to allow oil and gas drilling in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, saying the plan would defile a crown jewel of U.S. wilderness to promote oil exports to China and other nations.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 1:00 PM EDT2017-10-17 17:00:44 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 2:14 PM EDT2017-10-17 18:14:01 GMT
President Donald Trump says Greece has "gone through a lot" but "is doing a terrific job of coming back" _ an apparent reference to the country's ability to weather its economic troubles.
President Donald Trump says Greece has "gone through a lot" but "is doing a terrific job of coming back" _ an apparent reference to the country's ability to weather its economic troubles.
Monday, October 16 2017 2:20 PM EDT2017-10-16 18:20:03 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 2:07 PM EDT2017-10-17 18:07:52 GMT
Security researchers have discovered a Wi-Fi network vulnerability that could allow attackers to steal sensitive information or inject malicious code while someone is logged into a computer or mobile device.
Security researchers have discovered a Wi-Fi network vulnerability that could allow attackers to steal sensitive information or inject malicious code while someone is logged into a computer or mobile device.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 10:20 AM EDT2017-10-17 14:20:30 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 1:21 PM EDT2017-10-17 17:21:05 GMT
U.S. homebuilders are feeling better about their sales prospects than they have in months, despite a recent slowdown in sales of new homes and the likelihood of higher labor and materials costs following hurricanes...
U.S. homebuilders are feeling better about their sales prospects than they have in months, despite a recent slowdown in sales of new homes and the likelihood of higher labor and materials costs following hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
Monday, October 16 2017 3:00 PM EDT2017-10-16 19:00:13 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 12:47 PM EDT2017-10-17 16:47:09 GMT
Facebook's efforts to reduce the spread of fake news using outside fact-checkers appears to be having an effect _ though that finding comes with a major caveat.
Facebook's efforts to reduce the spread of fake news using outside fact-checkers appears to be having an effect _ though that finding comes with a major caveat.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 7:50 AM EDT2017-10-17 11:50:25 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 12:00 PM EDT2017-10-17 16:00:43 GMT
A spokesman for China's ruling Communist Party has promised Beijing will open its markets further and tried to reassure foreign companies that are increasingly frustrated with regulation and business conditions.
A spokesman for China's ruling Communist Party has promised Beijing will open its markets further and tried to reassure foreign companies that are increasingly frustrated with regulation and business conditions.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 9:50 AM EDT2017-10-17 13:50:26 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 11:11 AM EDT2017-10-17 15:11:50 GMT
The European Union's Brexit negotiator says the British government must keep up the momentum in negotiations on leaving the bloc if it wants the talks to move into a new phase in December.
The European Union's Brexit negotiator says the British government must keep up the momentum in negotiations on leaving the bloc if it wants the talks to move into a new phase in December.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 8:20 AM EDT2017-10-17 12:20:32 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 10:53 AM EDT2017-10-17 14:53:24 GMT
Goldman Sachs' third-quarter profits fell 3 percent from a year earlier, as the trading desks at Wall Street's biggest investment bank were weighed down by a slow summer that impacted most of its competition.
Goldman Sachs' third-quarter profits fell 3 percent from a year earlier, as the trading desks at Wall Street's biggest investment bank were weighed down by a slow summer that impacted most of its competition.
Monday, October 16 2017 9:40 PM EDT2017-10-17 01:40:18 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 10:50 AM EDT2017-10-17 14:50:28 GMT
Chinese President Xi Jinping is primed to consolidate his already considerable power as the ruling Communist Party begins its national congress on Wednesday.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is primed to consolidate his already considerable power as the ruling Communist Party begins its national congress on Wednesday.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 6:00 AM EDT2017-10-17 10:00:25 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 10:50 AM EDT2017-10-17 14:50:07 GMT
A key potential ally in Germany's next government is insisting that Chancellor Angela Merkel's party shouldn't keep the finance ministry because that gives her too much power.
A key potential ally in Germany's next government is insisting that Chancellor Angela Merkel's party shouldn't keep the finance ministry because that gives her too much power.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 1:20 AM EDT2017-10-17 05:20:13 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 6:01 AM EDT2017-10-17 10:01:01 GMT
The Australian government has rejected a plan to generate 42 percent of its energy from renewable sources and will instead pursue cheaper and more reliable power.
The Australian government has rejected a plan to generate 42 percent of its energy from renewable sources and will instead pursue cheaper and more reliable power.
Monday, October 16 2017 5:57 AM EDT2017-10-16 09:57:56 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 4:52 AM EDT2017-10-17 08:52:34 GMT
Authorities in Ireland have closed schools, courts and government buildings amid concerns about potential damage from the remnants of Hurricane Ophelia.
Authorities in Ireland have closed schools, courts and government buildings amid concerns about potential damage from the remnants of Hurricane Ophelia.
Monday, October 16 2017 4:47 AM EDT2017-10-16 08:47:46 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 4:31 AM EDT2017-10-17 08:31:45 GMT
Pope Francis is demanding world governments collectively work to end rising world hunger by working to end the conflicts and climate-change related disasters that force people to leave their homes in search of...
Pope Francis is demanding world governments collectively work to end rising world hunger by working to end the conflicts and climate-change related disasters that force people to leave their homes in search of their daily bread.
Monday, October 16 2017 2:47 AM EDT2017-10-16 06:47:42 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 4:11 AM EDT2017-10-17 08:11:48 GMT
Catalonia's leader hasn't clarified whether he declared independence from Spain in a letter to the central government and has renewed a call for dialogue.
Catalonia's leader hasn't clarified whether he declared independence from Spain in a letter to the central government and has renewed a call for dialogue.
Friday, October 13 2017 3:46 PM EDT2017-10-13 19:46:23 GMT
Tuesday, October 17 2017 3:43 AM EDT2017-10-17 07:43:27 GMT
Facebook says ordering food for takeout or delivery is complicated, and it will help users save time by bringing a bunch of existing food-delivery services into its app and partnering with some restaurants directly.
Facebook says ordering food for takeout or delivery is complicated, and it will help users save time by bringing a bunch of existing food-delivery services into its app and partnering with some restaurants directly.
Monday, October 16 2017 5:27 AM EDT2017-10-16 09:27:39 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 7:20 PM EDT2017-10-16 23:20:21 GMT
The Italian daily Corriere della Sera says Lufthansa is preparing a 500-million-euro-bid to buy large parts of bankrupt Italian carrier Alitalia, including the fleet, pilots, air crew and air slots.
The Italian daily Corriere della Sera says Lufthansa is preparing a 500-million-euro-bid to buy large parts of bankrupt Italian carrier Alitalia, including the fleet, pilots, air crew and air slots.
Thursday, October 12 2017 1:55 PM EDT2017-10-12 17:55:31 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 7:14 PM EDT2017-10-16 23:14:05 GMT
APNewsBreak: The US Border Patrol is considering a smaller version of tethered balloons loaded with cameras that can be quickly moved to spot illegal activity, part of an effort to see if more eyes in the sky...
APNewsBreak: The US Border Patrol is considering a smaller version of tethered balloons loaded with cameras that can be quickly moved to spot illegal activity, part of an effort to see if more eyes in the sky translate to fewer illegal crossings.
Thursday, October 12 2017 10:49 AM EDT2017-10-12 14:49:05 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 7:15 PM EDT2017-10-16 23:15:08 GMT
Facebook's chief operating officer, Sheryl Sandberg, says the ads linked to Russia trying to influence the US election should 'absolutely' be released to the public.
Facebook's chief operating officer, Sheryl Sandberg, says the ads linked to Russia trying to influence the US election should 'absolutely' be released to the public.
Monday, October 16 2017 2:57 AM EDT2017-10-16 06:57:52 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 6:40 PM EDT2017-10-16 22:40:23 GMT
Two senior Catalan regional police force officers and the leaders of two pro-independence associations are in court again, facing possible sedition charges related to the staging of the region's banned Oct. 1...
Two senior Catalan regional police force officers and the leaders of two pro-independence associations are in court again, facing possible sedition charges related to the staging of the region's banned Oct. 1 secession referendum.
Monday, October 16 2017 6:30 PM EDT2017-10-16 22:30:03 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 6:30 PM EDT2017-10-16 22:30:42 GMT
The small budget horror thriller "Happy Death Day" opened this weekend in the top spot at the box office with $26 million, while "Blade Runner 2049" slid into second place in its second weekend in theaters with...
The small budget horror thriller "Happy Death Day" opened this weekend in the top spot at the box office with $26 million, while "Blade Runner 2049" slid into second place in its second weekend in theaters with $15.5 million.
Friday, October 13 2017 2:16 PM EDT2017-10-13 18:16:02 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 5:30 PM EDT2017-10-16 21:30:20 GMT
Ford is offering to inspect and repair about 1.3 million civilian versions of its Explorer SUV at no cost to owners in response to complaints of exhaust fumes leaking into passenger cabins.
Ford is offering to inspect and repair about 1.3 million civilian versions of its Explorer SUV at no cost to owners in response to complaints of exhaust fumes leaking into passenger cabins.
Monday, October 16 2017 4:47 AM EDT2017-10-16 08:47:40 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 5:30 PM EDT2017-10-16 21:30:03 GMT
UK Prime Minister Theresa May is heading to Brussels for a meeting with senior European Union officials in hopes to reviving stalled negotiations on Britain's departure from the European Union.
UK Prime Minister Theresa May is heading to Brussels for a meeting with senior European Union officials in hopes to reviving stalled negotiations on Britain's departure from the European Union.
Monday, October 16 2017 9:47 AM EDT2017-10-16 13:47:51 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 3:50 PM EDT2017-10-16 19:50:28 GMT
The Supreme Court is taking up an appeal by 11 states that argue American Express violated antitrust laws by barring merchants from asking customers to use other credit cards that charge lower fees.
The Supreme Court is taking up an appeal by 11 states that argue American Express violated antitrust laws by barring merchants from asking customers to use other credit cards that charge lower fees.
Monday, October 16 2017 2:40 PM EDT2017-10-16 18:40:02 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 2:43 PM EDT2017-10-16 18:43:14 GMT
An Israeli anti-settlement group says dozens of new housing units have been approved in the West Bank city of Hebron for the first time in over a decade.
An Israeli anti-settlement group says dozens of new housing units have been approved in the West Bank city of Hebron for the first time in over a decade.
Thursday, October 12 2017 7:35 PM EDT2017-10-12 23:35:41 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 2:35 PM EDT2017-10-16 18:35:51 GMT
Google says it will spend $1 billion on nonprofit organizations to help raise education levels around the world and committed its employees to spend a million hours of volunteer time doing the same.
Google says it will spend $1 billion on nonprofit organizations to help raise education levels around the world and committed its employees to spend a million hours of volunteer time doing the same.
Monday, October 16 2017 12:10 PM EDT2017-10-16 16:10:24 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 1:40 PM EDT2017-10-16 17:40:46 GMT
An official says work on an electricity cable linking the power grids of Israel, Cyprus and Greece is on track to start in the first quarter of 2018 after Greek and Cypriot regulators approved the project.
An official says work on an electricity cable linking the power grids of Israel, Cyprus and Greece is on track to start in the first quarter of 2018 after Greek and Cypriot regulators approved the project.
Monday, October 16 2017 8:18 AM EDT2017-10-16 12:18:28 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 12:10 PM EDT2017-10-16 16:10:36 GMT
A 22 percent spike in the price of property in Prague over the past year is freezing out many locals and the risk of a boom and bust in the market has forced the Czech Central Bank to step in to try to cool off...
A 22 percent spike in the price of property in Prague over the past year is freezing out many locals and the risk of a boom and bust in the market has forced the Czech Central Bank to step in to try to cool off demand.
Monday, October 16 2017 11:00 AM EDT2017-10-16 15:00:55 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 11:01 AM EDT2017-10-16 15:01:06 GMT
The house that becomes your forever home has to accommodate your needs now - and decades from now, so here are some features to consider when buying or remodeling a residence.
The house that becomes your forever home has to accommodate your needs now - and decades from now, so here are some features to consider when buying or remodeling a residence.
Sunday, October 15 2017 1:06 AM EDT2017-10-15 05:06:55 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 9:58 AM EDT2017-10-16 13:58:06 GMT
The world economy is the healthiest it's been in years but could still use a little help from low-interest rates and higher government spending from countries that can afford it. That from the International...
The world economy is the healthiest it's been in years but could still use a little help from low-interest rates and higher government spending from countries that can afford it. That from the International Monetary Fund.
Monday, October 16 2017 6:37 AM EDT2017-10-16 10:37:51 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 8:57 AM EDT2017-10-16 12:57:55 GMT
Automaker Daimler AG says it is moving toward a restructuring that would see its Mercedes-Benz car division and its truck and bus business become legally independent entities under Daimler's overall roof.
Automaker Daimler AG says it is moving toward a restructuring that would see its Mercedes-Benz car division and its truck and bus business become legally independent entities under Daimler's overall roof.
Saturday, October 14 2017 12:36 PM EDT2017-10-14 16:36:37 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 3:50 AM EDT2017-10-16 07:50:41 GMT
Tesla Motors has fired hundreds of workers after completing its annual performance reviews, even though the automaker is trying to ramp up production to fill orders for its new Model 3 sedan.
Tesla Motors has fired hundreds of workers after completing its annual performance reviews, even though the automaker is trying to ramp up production to fill orders for its new Model 3 sedan.
Sunday, October 15 2017 1:37 PM EDT2017-10-15 17:37:24 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 3:37 AM EDT2017-10-16 07:37:56 GMT
A key moderate Republican is urging President Donald Trump to back a bipartisan Senate effort to shield consumers from rising premiums after his abrupt decision to halt federal payments to insurers.
A key moderate Republican is urging President Donald Trump to back a bipartisan Senate effort to shield consumers from rising premiums after his abrupt decision to halt federal payments to insurers.
Sunday, October 15 2017 1:08 AM EDT2017-10-15 05:08:26 GMT
Monday, October 16 2017 3:29 AM EDT2017-10-16 07:29:19 GMT
Polling places are opening in Austria, where voters will decide whether the country moves right after decades of centrist policies and could pave the way for Europe's youngest government leader.
Polling places are opening in Austria, where voters will decide whether the country moves right after decades of centrist policies and could pave the way for Europe's youngest government leader.
Saturday, October 14 2017 9:56 AM EDT2017-10-14 13:56:34 GMT
Sunday, October 15 2017 11:30 PM EDT2017-10-16 03:30:30 GMT
President Donald Trump took a major step this week toward fulfilling a campaign promise to gut the Affordable Care Act, but states he won are likely to be affected the most.
President Donald Trump took a major step this week toward fulfilling a campaign promise to gut the Affordable Care Act, but states he won are likely to be affected the most.
Friday, October 13 2017 5:06 PM EDT2017-10-13 21:06:06 GMT
Sunday, October 15 2017 3:17 PM EDT2017-10-15 19:17:28 GMT
The women Harvey Weinstein allegedly preyed upon overwhelming constitute young actresses making their first steps into the movies: vulnerable Hollywood hopefuls looking for a break.
The women Harvey Weinstein allegedly preyed upon overwhelming constitute young actresses making their first steps into the movies: vulnerable Hollywood hopefuls looking for a break.
Friday, October 13 2017 8:46 PM EDT2017-10-14 00:46:11 GMT
Sunday, October 15 2017 2:28 PM EDT2017-10-15 18:28:48 GMT
A New Hampshire teacher who pulls night and weekend shifts at a Hannaford Supermarket is heading to Las Vegas to compete for the title of America's fastest grocery bagger.
A New Hampshire teacher who pulls night and weekend shifts at a Hannaford Supermarket is heading to Las Vegas to compete for the title of America's fastest grocery bagger.
Saturday, October 14 2017 11:56 AM EDT2017-10-14 15:56:59 GMT
Sunday, October 15 2017 1:28 PM EDT2017-10-15 17:28:07 GMT
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is promising the company will do a better job weeding out sexual harassment, hateful symbols and violent groups from its short messaging service.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is promising the company will do a better job weeding out sexual harassment, hateful symbols and violent groups from its short messaging service.
Friday, October 13 2017 7:16 AM EDT2017-10-13 11:16:18 GMT
Sunday, October 15 2017 12:07 PM EDT2017-10-15 16:07:29 GMT
The European Union says staff working in kitchens of its new building in Brussels have fallen ill and been evacuated after a ventilator malfunction filled the air with fumes.
The European Union says staff working in kitchens of its new building in Brussels have fallen ill and been evacuated after a ventilator malfunction filled the air with fumes.
Friday, October 13 2017 3:46 PM EDT2017-10-13 19:46:27 GMT
Sunday, October 15 2017 11:57 AM EDT2017-10-15 15:57:34 GMT
Boeing and Airbus will benefit from Trump's decision not to re-impose sanctions against Iran, allowing them to continue doing business with Iranian airlines that are desperate for new planes.
Boeing and Airbus will benefit from Trump's decision not to re-impose sanctions against Iran, allowing them to continue doing business with Iranian airlines that are desperate for new planes.
Saturday, October 14 2017 12:57 PM EDT2017-10-14 16:57:17 GMT
Sunday, October 15 2017 7:27 AM EDT2017-10-15 11:27:39 GMT
The Trump administration says the International Monetary Fund needs to be a more "forceful advocate" and push countries to put in place economic policies that will promote better growth.
The Trump administration says the International Monetary Fund needs to be a more "forceful advocate" and push countries to put in place economic policies that will promote better growth.
Friday, October 13 2017 6:15 AM EDT2017-10-13 10:15:57 GMT
Saturday, October 14 2017 4:29 PM EDT2017-10-14 20:29:01 GMT
President Donald Trump is inviting congressional Democrats to "call me to fix" America's health care system, as he prepares an order ceasing federal subsidy payments to health insurers.
President Donald Trump is inviting congressional Democrats to "call me to fix" America's health care system, as he prepares an order ceasing federal subsidy payments to health insurers.
Friday, October 13 2017 1:26 PM EDT2017-10-13 17:26:16 GMT
Saturday, October 14 2017 12:07 PM EDT2017-10-14 16:07:10 GMT
President Donald Trump plans to nominate a climate change skeptic with ties to the fossil fuel industry to serve as one of his top environmental advisers.
President Donald Trump plans to nominate a climate change skeptic with ties to the fossil fuel industry to serve as one of his top environmental advisers.
Saturday, October 14 2017 6:36 AM EDT2017-10-14 10:36:28 GMT
Saturday, October 14 2017 11:57 AM EDT2017-10-14 15:57:10 GMT
One of Catalonia's top separatist leaders pushing for a break from Spain has made a call for unity as disputes over strategy threaten to split the secessionist camp.
One of Catalonia's top separatist leaders pushing for a break from Spain has made a call for unity as disputes over strategy threaten to split the secessionist camp.
