Markets watch for dangers of further escalation

Markets watch for dangers of further escalation

Israel’s Iron Dome anti-missile system intercepts rockets, as seen from Ashkelon, Israel, October 1, 2024  Amir Cohen | Reuters Israel’s government has vowed a severe response to Iran’s unprecedented missile barrage into Tel Aviv, leaving the Middle East on edge as fears rise over a possible all-out war between the two long-time foes. On Tuesday … Read more

Iran launches missile attack on Israel for Nasrallah killing

Iran launches missile attack on Israel for Nasrallah killing

Iran on Tuesday launched a ballistic missile attack on Israel in retaliation for its recent killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and an Iranian commander in Lebanon. The attack came on the heels of Israel’s deployment of ground forces into south Lebanon, escalating its offensive on Hezbollah, a militant group backed by Iran. “In response … Read more

Harris small business tour launches in play for Latino, Black voters

Harris small business tour launches in play for Latino, Black voters

Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks onstage during a campaign event, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S., September 29, 2024. Kevin Lamarque | Reuters Harris campaign surrogates are planning a series of stops with small businesses in at least six battleground states this week, according to a preview of the announcement first … Read more

Harris the pro-cannabis candidate. The industry isn’t convinced

Harris the pro-cannabis candidate. The industry isn’t convinced

Vice President Kamala Harris further positioned herself as a pro-cannabis candidate on Monday in an interview with sports and culture podcast “All the Smoke” — but industry leaders aren’t convinced her administration would lead to the reform she has promised. “I just think we have come to a point where we have to understand that … Read more

Israeli forces launch ground offensive in Lebanon as markets eye escalation

Israeli forces launch ground offensive in Lebanon as markets eye escalation

NEBATIEH, LEBANON – SEPTEMBER 28: Smoke rises after Israeli attacks over Shebaa town of Nabatieh province on September 28, 2024. (Photo by Ramiz Dallah/Anadolu via Getty Images) Anadolu | Anadolu | Getty Images Israel has launched a ground incursion into Lebanese territory, with markets once more on edge over the conflict between the Jewish state and the Iran-backed … Read more

What a lengthy U.S. port strike could mean for global supply chains

What a lengthy U.S. port strike could mean for global supply chains

A container ship departs the Port of Newark for the Atlantic Ocean on September 30, 2024 seen from New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images News | Getty Images A massive dockworker strike at seaports on the U.S. East and Gulf coasts is expected to wreak havoc on global supply chains and the economy, … Read more

Obamacare’s future hangs in the balance in 2024 election

Obamacare’s future hangs in the balance in 2024 election

Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) (R) talks with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) while attend an event to mark the 14 anniversary of the passage of the Affordable Care Act at the U.S. Capitol on March 21, 2024 in Washington, DC.  Chip Somodevilla | Getty Images “Repeal and replace” has long been the … Read more

Education Dept. extends deadline for defaulted student loan borrowers to get current

Education Dept. extends deadline for defaulted student loan borrowers to get current

The US Department of Education building is seen on August 21, 2024 in Washington, DC.  Tierney L. Cross | Getty Images News | Getty Images The U.S. Department of Education has extended the deadline for its Fresh Start program for defaulted student loan borrowers until Wednesday morning, according to an agency spokesperson. Borrowers who apply … Read more

Trump speaks in Georgia as Hurricane Helene fallout gets political

Trump speaks in Georgia as Hurricane Helene fallout gets political

Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump pauses before speaking during a campaign rally at the Mosack Group warehouse on September 25, 2024 in Mint Hill, North Carolina.  Brandon Bell | Getty Images Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is set Monday to deliver remarks and help hand out supplies in the hurricane-blasted swing state … Read more

Iran’s response to Israel is a choice between revenge and survival

Iran’s response to Israel is a choice between revenge and survival

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei waves before voting in the country’s presidential election, in Tehran, Iran July 5, 2024.  Office Of The Iranian Supreme Le | Via Reuters Iran’s powerful proxy network across the Middle East is being dealt blow after blow from Israel, which has dramatically escalated fighting with Lebanese militia group Hezbollah … Read more