Monthly Archives: September 2022

The odds of the Fed sticking a soft landing are falling, and the global economy may enter an earnings recession in the next few months, Charles Schwab says

Reuters / Cheryl Ravelo-Gagalac The Fed is becoming less likely to stick a soft landing as it remains hawkish amid high inflation, Charles Schwab warned. Global economic data is also showing signs of an earnings recession in the coming months, analysts said. “The problem with an aggressive Fed is that its moves could push an…

Herschel Walker says he’s a ‘country boy’ and ‘not that smart’ ahead of debate against Raphael Warnock: ‘I will do my best’

Republican Senate candidate for Georgia, Herschel Walker speaks at a campaign event on September 9, 2022 in Gwinnett, Georgia. Megan Varner/Getty Images Georgia Senate hopeful Herschel Walker called himself a “country boy” who’s “not that smart.” Walker predicted that Sen. Raphael Warnock is going to “embarrass” him in their debate next month. “I’m just waiting…

climate action 30 2022

Climate Action 30: Top global leaders working toward climate solutions ClimateAction 30 30 of the top global leaders working toward climate solutions Presented by Insider’s inaugural Climate Action 30 highlights 30 global leaders working toward climate solutions. Our list includes activists, influencers, academics, scientists, business executives, entrepreneurs, and public-sector and nonprofit leaders working to address…

Climate Action 30: Top global leaders share the progress they’re making to achieve climate goals

Gallo Images; Mayur Kakade/Getty Images; Visoot Uthairam/Getty Image; Suriyapong Thongsawang/Getty Images; FilippoBacci/Getty Images; Alyssa Powell/Insider Insider’s inaugural Climate Action 30 highlights 30 global leaders working toward climate solutions. Our list includes activists, influencers, academics, scientists, business executives, entrepreneurs, and public-sector and nonprofit leaders working to address the climate crisis through collectivism, community, and accountability. Insider…

I quit my teaching job to start a small business because I cried daily from the stress. I’m so happy I did.

Cheryl Ritzel Cheryl Ritzel decided to quit her teaching job after 26 years. The final straw was the pandemic. She was only five years away from retirement and receiving full benefits from her pension. Ritzel started a local photography business called FocusEd Camera where she’s much happier. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation…

Hurricane Fiona slammed into Puerto Rico on Sunday, prompting catastrophic floods and knocking out power across the island

A man walks on a road flooded by Hurricane Fiona in Cayey, Puerto Rico, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022. AP Photo/Stephanie Rojas Hurricane Fiona made landfall in Puerto Rico’s southwest coast on Sunday afternoon. Videos from social media show flooding in parts of the island triggered by the fierce storm. Rising global temperatures contribute to more…

‘Avatar’ director James Cameron said he pushed back on changes the studio wanted by reminding it that his ‘Titanic’ paid for a ‘new half-billion dollar complex’

“Avatar.” 20th Century Fox “Avatar” director James Cameron told NYT how he pushed back against proposed studio changes. He reminded the studio, 20th Century Fox at the time, that he also made “Titanic.” “Titanic” was the highest-grossing movie of all time — until “Avatar” topped it. Never underestimate James Cameron. That was Cameron’s suggestion to…

Oil prices will average $100 a barrel next year as demand rebounds in China and falling Russian output keeps global supplies tight, Bank of America says

  The flow of crude oil is seen in a container while an oilfield worker works on a drilling rig at an oil well operated by Venezuela’s state oil company PDVSA Carlos Garcia Rawlins/Reuters Oil will average $100 a barrel in 2023 as demand in Asia bounces back and Russian output eases, BofA says.  Further…

Lawyers representing migrants dumped on Martha’s Vineyard want Florida Gov. DeSantis criminally investigated over the ‘stunt’

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks at a press conference in Rockledge, Florida. Paul HennessyGetty Images Attorneys for the migrants dumped on Martha’s Vineyard want a criminal probe into the incident. They called on state and federal prosecutors to open an investigation into the “shameful political stunt.” Last week, 50 migrants were flown to Martha’s Vineyard…