US October 5, 2023 Conagra Brands considers adjusting snack portions amid rising use of weight-loss drugs Conagra Brands indicated that it might adjust the portion sizes of its snacks if the increasing use of weight-loss medications leads to changes in consumer eating habits.
Washington October 5, 2023 US trade deficit narrows more than expected in August, boosted by exports The U.S. trade deficit for August exceeded expectations by narrowing significantly, due to a notable increase in exports, which is likely to bolster economic growth in the third quarter.
US October 5, 2023 US plans shift of Merck COVID treatment to commercial market The U.S. government plans to cease the distribution of free doses of Merck & Co's COVID-19 antiviral medication, molnupiravir, by the middle of next month.
US October 4, 2023 Meta introduces generative AI tools for advertisers to enhance content creation Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced on Wednesday that it is introducing generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools for advertisers.
Asia October 4, 2023 Post-pandemic recovery drives up car ownership costs in Singapore In Singapore, owning a car requires prospective buyers to participate in a bidding process for a "certificate of entitlement" (COE), a system that has reached record-high costs.
Washington October 4, 2023 Seattle startup introduces innovative beanless coffee to combat environmental impact of coffee production A Seattle-based startup is introducing the world's first coffee without beans this week as part of its efforts to reduce the environmental impact of coffee production.
India October 3, 2023 Loss of 12 newborns sparks outrage and inquiry in Indian hospital Twelve newborns lost their lives in a single day at the Shankarrao Chavan Government Hospital, situated in the Nanded district, approximately 600 km from Mumbai.
US October 2, 2023 Investor enthusiasm for AI EFTs cools amid concerns over rising interest rates Investor interest in AI-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs) has cooled down in recent months due to concerns about persistently high U.S. interest rates affecting company valuations.
Asia October 2, 2023 Bangladesh faces deadliest dengue outbreak on record with over 1,000 deaths The death toll in Bangladesh's severe dengue outbreak this year has surpassed 1,000, marking the deadliest year for the disease since its first recorded epidemic in 2000.
Europe October 2, 2023 World Trade Organization chief warns against trade fragmentation trends World Trade Organization's leader warned that early indications of global trade division were emerging, expressing concerns about practices.
California October 2, 2023 California Gov. Newsom vetoes bill to extend unemployment benefits to striking workers California Governor Gavin Newsom made the decision to veto a bill on Saturday that aimed to provide unemployment benefits to striking workers.