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Half of sector busier than a year ago but caution remains, survey finds
Just over half of respondents to a construction industry survey have said they are busier than a year ago, a new survey has found, but fears remain over rising…
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Why American investors love European defense startups
As European defense spending takes off, just about half of the funding in Europe's defense tech industry is coming from American investors this year. One reaso…
Housing
After a 33% gain in the first half, this fund manager grew tired of the AI trade. Here's where he's looking now.
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Finance
University students say procrastination is biggest threat to their academic performance
More than half of US students surveyed said the problem damaged their ability to do academic work, study finds. Procrastination is the biggest problem that can…
Hedgehog among four chosen animals to feature on new banknotes
The decision comes after nearly half a million people cast their votes from a shortlist of 18 creatures.
My favorite weekend getaway is a coastal spot in Southern California - and the $28 train ride there is half the fun
My favorite weekend getaway is a coastal spot in Southern California - and the $28 train ride there is half the fun
Housing
Administrations reach joint September low but pressures persist
Monthly administrations in the construction sector have fallen once again, data provided to Construction News shows. The latest figures from Creditsafe reveale…
Macro
Half a billion dollars in GOP spending does little to move polls
Republicans' massive money advantage has yet to reshape the midterm map, as Democrats keep expanding their ambitions.
Geopolitics
Ukraine claims to have taken out more than half of Russia's oil refining capacity
Ukraine said long-range strikes have put more than half of Russia's oil refining capacity out of action
Geopolitics
Half of UK wants to rejoin EU and backing it could drive up Labour vote, megapoll finds
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Senate passed badly needed bill to reform college sports - but it faces tough second half in House
The insane money grab that has perverted college sports now for nearly a decade needs fixing.
Almost half of Fayed abuse accusers are potential trafficking victims, MPs told
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Healthcare
AbbVie vs. Bristol Myers Squibb: Which Healthcare Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
AbbVie boasts stronger revenue growth and free cash flow, while Bristol Myers Squibb trades at half the valuation with nearly double the profit margin.
Energy
Trump Lands $54 Billion For Alaska Pipeline After Half A Century Of Promises
President Donald Trump says a project Alaskans have been promised for half a century is finally getting built, backed by South Korean money. Speaking at the Wh…
Aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman to undergo $5.1B mid-life overhaul
The aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman is slated to undergo a $5.1 billion overhaul that will ready the vessel for the second half of its service life.
Geopolitics
Singapore's Temasek to expand Middle East presence, open Abu Dhabi, Riyadh offices
Singapore state investor Temasek plans to open offices in Riyadh and Abu Dhabi by the first half of 2027, its most significant Mideast expansion to date.
Half a million trees to be planted in England in three years, says government
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Technology
Razer's low-latency wireless gaming keyboard is almost half off
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Consumer
Shark's NeverChange Air Purifier Is Nearly Half Off Right Now
Shark and other top air purifier brands are on discount ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.
Markets
Nearly half the stocks in the S&P 500 are at cross purposes with the rest of the market
Almost half of the stocks in the S&P 500 have a negative beta, evidence of a chasm between the entire index and its individual components.
Markets
Is Nvidia too cheap? It's 'cheaper than more than half of the S&P 500'
Is Nvidia too cheap? It's 'cheaper than more than half of the S&P 500'
Finance
Nearly half of adults under 30 live with their parents. The financial fallout could last for decades.
Young people are increasingly living with their parents instead of establishing their own households.
Industrials
Half the drones in a recent US Army combat exercise were designed to be expendable
Half the drones in a recent US Army combat exercise were designed to be expendable
Recall of soups and dips with tainted jalapeños gets highest risk level
A recall of more than half a million soups, dips and salsas over salmonella concerns has been classified at the highest risk level - meaning consumption of the…
Healthcare
1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
Transport
American Airlines says 30% of seats drive half of revenue as premium cabin rush heats up
American says a minority of its seats now accounts for half of its revenue.
Do you feel guilty when calling in sick at work? This might be why...
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Energy
Australia's dependence on gas generation during evening energy peak falls by almost 70%
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Macro
US Mint commemorates 9/11 25th anniversary with new half-dollar coin: 'NEVER FORGET'
The Semiquincentennial Enduring Liberty Half Dollar was announced Thursday, a day before the milestone anniversary.
Consumer
Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K is over half off at under $20
Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K is over half off at under $20
