Russia’s latest threats over Ukraine included references to World War III; Alex Jones was ordered to pay nearly $1 billion to those affected by the Sandy Hook shooting; and a large boost to Social Security benefits is expected. These stories highlight the daily rundown for Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022. Russia threatens World War III – Russian…

In one of the most closely watched races leading up to the midterm elections, polls are showing Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., holding a lead over Republican rival Herschel Walker. An Emerson College Polling-The Hill survey released Tuesday shows Warnock with 48% to Walker’s 46%. Wednesday’s Quinnipiac University poll has Warnock leading Walker 52% to 45%.…

The holiday creep is coming even earlier this year. It may only be October, but retailers are jumping in on the too-early holiday deals, featuring Black Friday discounts more than six weeks before the famous shopping day. The push is sparked in part by Amazon Prime’s new Early Access sale, where the company says Prime…

Time to shake hands The midterms are just weeks away, and polling indicates it’s likely that the GOP will take the U.S. House of Representatives. However, for those running in swing districts, like Nebraska’s 2nd, nothing can be taken for granted.  Congressman Don Bacon is the Republican incumbent in the district. He took office after…

When the Federal Reserve suggested it could continue its sharp rate hikes in November and December, the markets plummeted on mounting recession fears. A survey of 400 CEOs shows a staggering 91% believe a recession is bound to happen within the next 12 months. Some analysts believe wages and employment don’t have to come down to…

U.S. job growth slowed in September but still beat some economists’ expectations. The U.S. added 263,000 jobs for the month, down from August’s 315,000 nonfarm payroll gain and the lowest monthly gain since April 2021. But at the same time, unemployment unexpectedly ticked back down to 3.5%, matching a 5-decade low last seen in July.…

Tyson Foods, one of the world’s largest meat producers, announced it would relocate about 1,000 corporate positions from the Chicago area and South Dakota to its headquarters in Springdale, Arkansas. The relocation, announced Wednesday, is set to begin early next year. “The move will foster closer collaboration, enhance team member agility and enable faster decision…

Multiple voices out of the Federal Reserve this week have made clear the central bank has no plans to cut rates next year, despite markets pricing it in. San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly is among those cautioning against a Fed pivot in policy. “I see us as raising to a level that we believe…

Saving for retirement in 2022 is harder than it used to be and many Americans aren’t adequately prepared. Not only are Americans living longer – therefore requiring more savings for their golden years – but safety nets like employer-sponsored pension plans are relics of decades past. Now the onus is on employees, and the responsibilities…

Polls have pointed to inflation and the economy as top concerns for voters heading into midterms. Now, those concerns are being shared with major CEOs of U.S. companies. A survey showed the world’s richest are preparing for a recession. A survey of 400 CEOs shows a staggering 91% believe a recession is bound to happen…