A directive at Facebook coming from Mark Zuckerberg himself is set to curb political talk on the company’s internal messaging network. Plus, current and future racial inequities caused by unequal access to technology and training.
The U.K. government is considering a second lockdown in England after a spike in coronavirus cases. Also, the path to a vaccine, from the head of a pharmaceutical manufacturing organization in Europe. And, a sightseeing flight to nowhere in Australia.
An early sell-off on Wall Street, partly because of Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s gloomy assessment of the economy. Plus, what’s being called the biggest sofware IPO of all time. And, the trust issue that comes with a potential COVID-19 vaccine.
Passengers traveling from one Italian airport can only board after taking an on-site coronavirus test. Plus, India’s decision to spend billions on Parliament building upgrades. And, the British retailer fed up with video calls.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell offered a dreary assessment of the economy after his policymaking team’s last interest rate meeting before the elections. And, how homebuilders are trying to recruit more workers amid growing demand for new houses.
Where did Americans spend their money in August? We have the latest data. Plus, A top Senate Republican says Federal Reserve Board nominee Judy Shelton does not have enough votes for confirmation. And, this notion of the “right” COVID-19 vaccine.
A congressional report blasts Boeing and the FAA for actions that led to 737 Max jet crashes. Plus, people are voluntarily quitting their jobs in a pandemic. And, making it easier for former inmates to become firefighters or EMTs.
BP CEO Bernard Looney explains his plans to shift the company’s focus away from oil and gas. Also, the push for European battery production for electric vehicles. And, will consumers trust fallen travel giant Thomas Cook under new owners?
A new analysis suggests holiday shopping numbers could actually be up. Plus, why Apple might be waiting to unveil a new iPhone model. Also, another automaker settles over emissions cheating. And, Bill Gates on coronavirus vaccine development.
The Federal Open Market Committee meets again this week. It’s not expected to change interest rates, so what can we expect? Plus, Dr. Larry Brilliant, an epidemiologist, brings his experience of helping to eradicate smallpox to our current pandemic.
