No slowdown in spending among the wealthy on this Bahamian island
March 23, 2024
CNBC's Bob Pisani checks in from his vacation with a read on the global economy.
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‘There is no true migraine diet,’ doctor says, but these 12 foods can trigger symptoms
March 23, 2024
Here's a list of foods that migraineurs say trigger headaches and migraines or makes their symptoms worse.
Buy these five non-tech stocks that are well positioned for the long haul, Bank of America says
March 23, 2024
Shares of Nvidia are red hot, but Bank of America thinks there's a slew of other stocks that investors should consider.
Earth Hour: Lights off, climate action on
March 23, 2024
The largest global environment movement is happening on Saturday, when the UN invites people around the world to shut the lights to remember the planetary crisis during Earth Hour as young partners find new ways to drive climate action.
At Rafah border crossing to Gaza, UN’s Guterres calls for immediate ceasefire
March 23, 2024
UN Secretary-General António Guterres told journalists at the Rafah border crossing into Gaza that it is time for a ceasefire and for an "ironclad commitment by Israel" to allow unhindered aid deliveries into the besieged enclave as he began his annual...
Senate passes $1.2 trillion government funding bill, sending it to Biden
March 23, 2024
After a year of haggling and four stopgap measures, Congress passed the last bill to fund the government through the fiscal year.
12 Apps We Can’t Stop Using, for Better or Worse
March 23, 2024
Are you addicted to your apps? That might not be such a bad thing. Our writers confess which ones have hooked them—from Hinge to Google Maps to BirdBuddy—and why they’re glad.
Want to Know if AI Will Take Your Job? I Tried Using It to Replace Myself
March 23, 2024
The “Cognitive Revolution” will automate tasks done by hundreds of millions of workers. The best way to understand which of us will go first is direct experience with AI.
Princess Kate reveals she is in the early stages of treatment for cancer
March 23, 2024
The Princess of Wales, the former Kate Middleton, on Friday revealed she has undergone treatment for cancer following abdominal surgery.
Dow closes 300 points lower Friday, but notches best week since December: Live updates
March 23, 2024
All three major stock indexes are poised to end the week higher.
Anthropic is lining up a new slate of investors, but the AI startup has ruled out Saudi Arabia
March 23, 2024
Sovereign wealth funds and other investors are jostling to buy into an Anthropic stake. But the company has ruled out taking any Saudi money.
Bitcoin drops 8% in a week as volatility spikes to near one-year high: CNBC Crypto World
March 23, 2024
CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry....
Republican lawmakers say green transition ‘cheerleader’ IEA has strayed from mandate
March 23, 2024
The IEA stressed that its mandate remain maintaining energy security and accelerating clean energy transitions.
Big Tech stocks might still be the market’s best value even after the “Magnificent Seven’s” rally
March 23, 2024
Earnings growth and the possibility of an economic downturn help justify high valuations for major tech stocks, according to some Wall Street strategists.
Chrysler parent Stellantis laying off 400 salaried U.S. workers due to ‘unprecedented uncertainties’
March 23, 2024
Stellantis on Friday said the layoffs would affect about 2% of employees in certain units "after rigorous organizational reviews."
Ukraine war updates: Moscow amassing 100,000 troops for possible summer offensive, Kyiv says; Ukraine’s energy grid hit
March 23, 2024
The International Monetary Fund approved a third review of Ukraine's $15.6 billion loan program, allowing the country to draw budget support of $880 million.
Trump social media company will go public as DWAC shareholders approve merger
March 23, 2024
Donald Trump faces a looming $454 million fraud judgment in New York that state Attorney General Letitita James could start collecting on next week.
Nike shouldn’t mess with England flag, UK PM says after new soccer kit design
March 23, 2024
"We shouldn't mess with [national flags] because they're a source of pride, identity," the U.K. leader said regarding a debate over Nike's England team kits.
Apple Turned On a Buried iPhone Setting. You Might Want It Off.
March 22, 2024
Up-to-date iPhones have a “Discoverable by Others” switch on by default. Here’s what it is, how it helps Apple’s Journal app—and why it isn’t as scary as it sounds.
UN Security Council fails to pass U.S. resolution calling for immediate ceasefire in Gaza
March 22, 2024
The United Nations Security Council on Friday failed to pass a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as part of a hostage deal.
Airbus says it’s ‘not happy’ about issues at rival Boeing
March 22, 2024
"I think it's not helpful for the industry, and if it's not helpful for the industry, it's not helpful for Airbus," Airbus CFO Thomas Toepfer told CNBC.
Faster, Beefier, Cheaper: The Next-Generation Electric Skateboards Have Arrived
March 22, 2024
When Boosted Boards, the leading electric skateboard manufacturer, folded in 2020, its fans organized online to lament. Here, three worthy alternatives.
Major central banks reached a pivotal point this week. Here’s what happened — and what’s next
March 22, 2024
Markets are trying to assess when most of the world's most influential central banks will begin to unwind their tight monetary policy stances.
UK gives Vodafone and Three five working days for solutions to avoid in-depth merger probe
March 22, 2024
The CMA said it was concerned the deal would lead to a substantial lessening of competition and result in higher prices for consumers.
Apple Held Talks With China’s Baidu Over AI for Its Devices
March 22, 2024
The iPhone maker has been exploring using external partners to help accelerate its artificial-intelligence ambitions.
Immigration is boosting the U.S. economy and has been ‘really underestimated,’ says JPMorgan research head
March 22, 2024
Joyce Chang, chair of global research at JPMorgan, said the recent surge in immigration — and its economic benefits — had been "really underestimated."
How is the UN supporting Haiti’s struggle to overcome violence and instability?
March 22, 2024
Haiti is in the grip of widespread gang violence, the country’s institutions are on the verge of collapse and its citizens are facing a daily fight for survival. Yet, in the midst of this catastrophic security and humanitarian crisis, the UN continues ...
World News in Brief: Sex trafficking and child recruitment in Sudan, new mass grave in Libya, children at risk in DR Congo
March 22, 2024
Independent UN human rights experts on Friday expressed alarm over increased reports of sexual slavery and trafficking in Sudan, especially of women and girls.
UN officials outraged at Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy plants
March 22, 2024
Top UN officials and agencies on the ground in Ukraine on Friday condemned overnight large-scale coordinated Russian strikes on energy plants across the country that killed at least five people and left 1.5 million without electricity.
UN condemns deadly attacks in Moscow
March 22, 2024
The UN chief condemned in the strongest possible terms Friday’s deadly terrorist attack at a concert hall outside Moscow.
Russia and China veto US resolution stating imperative of ‘immediate and sustained ceasefire’ in Gaza
March 22, 2024
A draft resolution tabled by the United States was vetoed in the UN Security Council on Friday by China and Russia.
Gaza: UN aid team reaches stricken north, confirms ‘shocking’ disease and hunger
March 22, 2024
Amid reports of ongoing bombardment across Gaza on Friday, UN humanitarians highlighted “shocking levels of disease and hunger” after visiting an overwhelmed hospital in the north of the enclave.
World’s first-ever global emissions tax takes a step closer to reality
March 22, 2024
The International Maritime Organization held its latest round of negotiations to discuss how to move forward on the climate regulation of the shipping industry.
Why a small China-made EV has global auto execs and politicians on edge
March 22, 2024
The China-built BYD Seagull, a compact all-electric hatchback, starts at just 69,800 yuan (or less than $10,000).
Aston Martin names Bentley chief Adrian Hallmark as new CEO
March 22, 2024
Adrian Hallmark, the experienced autos chief at luxury brand Bentley, was appointed new chief executive officer of Aston Martin.
Falling fertility rates pose major challenges for the global economy, report finds
March 22, 2024
Falling fertility rates are set to spark a transformational demographic shift, with big implications for the global economy, according to a new study.
Taiwan shares hit record highs on the AI boom — and it may not be too late to join the party
March 22, 2024
Taiwan shares notched new records with more gains in view on the back of a booming demand for artificial intelligence and semiconductor technology.
Kevin O’Leary wants to buy TikTok at up to 90% discount. Here’s why
March 22, 2024
Kevin O'Leary is putting together a syndicate for a potential purchase of TikTok, with a starting bid of $20 billion to $30 billion.