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Asian stocks down after Big Tech pulls S&P 500 and Nasdaq lower

Times Union 

Asian stocks are down after a mixed finish on Wall Street, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbing to an all-time high while Big Tech companies pulled the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq composite lower. U.S. futures fell. Oil prices eased from their recent highs, which had been driven by heavy fire between Israel and Hezbollah on Sunday. Canada announced a 100% tariff on the import of Chinese electric vehicles and a 25% tariff on Chinese steel and aluminum. The Dow edged up 0.2% Monday, enough to beat the all-time high it set last month. Читать дальше...

Chinese civilian vessels could prove a military menace

BigNewsNetwork.com 

Hong Kong, August 27 (ANI): The massive Chinese-flagged container ship manoeuvred into the American port. Suddenly, the roofs of innumerable shipping containers aboard simultaneously rose thanks to their secretive, internal hydraulics, because something even more sinister was contained within. From some containers, countless cruise missiles and anti-ship missilesblasted into the sky in plumes of flame and smoke, whilst fr

Democrats sue to block Georgia rules delaying election results finalisation

Business Standard 

Georgia's Democratic Party sued Monday to block two recent rules adopted by the State Election Board that could be used by county officials who want to refuse to certify an election, potentially causing delays in finalizing the state's results. The lawsuit, filed before a state judge in Atlanta, argues the rules violate a state law that makes certification a mandatory duty. The suit asks the judge to find the rules are invalid because the State Election Board, now dominated by allies of former President Donald Trump... Читать дальше...

Bangladesh garment industry faces crisis amid political unrest and floods

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The garment industry in Bangladesh has been severely affected by political turmoil and catastrophic flooding. Factories have faced closures, substantial financial losses, and significant disruptions in operations and logistics. The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association highlighted that export targets might not be met. Efforts are being made by the interim government to restore order and stability.

35-foot tall statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji collapses in Sindhudurg; Navy orders investigation

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

A 35-foot statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Sindhudurg collapsed, prompting an investigation by the Indian Navy. FIRs were filed against the contractor and consultant. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde pledged to rebuild, and opposition parties criticized the government’s infrastructure. The Navy and state officials are working to understand the cause and plan the statue’s restoration.

Women's T20 World Cup warm-up matches schedule announced

Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports) 

The warm-up matches for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup were announced, with India facing West Indies and South Africa. These games will be held from September 28 to October 1 in the UAE. All 10 teams will play two warm-up games, and no teams from the same group will face each other.

Fantasy football 2024 rankings, draft prep: QB, RB, WR, TE picks, cheat sheets, ADP, tiers, from NFL model - CBS Sports

Google.com 

  1. Fantasy football 2024 rankings, draft prep: QB, RB, WR, TE picks, cheat sheets, ADP, tiers, from NFL model  CBS Sports
  2. Schefter's cheat sheet: Value picks, sleepers to target  ESPN
  3. ‘Free guys’: 13 endgame 2024 fantasy football draft picks who could be league winners  The New York Times
  4. Fantasy Football Rankings 2024: NFL sleepers, breakouts, busts from model that called Deebo Samuel's hard year  CBS Sports
  5. Fantasy Football: 5 breakout candidates for 2024  Pro... Читать дальше...