New York (CNN) In the latest sign of turbulence in the US economy, New York-area manufacturing suffered a large and unexpected setback in August, according to a survey released on Monday. The New York Federal Reserve said its Empire State Manufacturing Survey plunged by 42 points in August to -31.3. That marks the second-largest monthly decline on record for this closely watched gauge of economic activity. The biggest drop was recorded in April 2020, when the economy was ravaged by the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. The August reading leaves the Empire State survey at its lowest point since May 2020 and at among the lowest levels since the survey launched in April 2002. Any reading below zero indicates a contraction. "The headline general business conditions index plummeted," the report said. "New orders and shipments plunged, and unfilled orders declined." Economists had expected a more modest slowdown in the survey that would still signal … [Read more...] about New York manufacturing suffers near-record plunge
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3 mountaineers die, 12 injured in Ecuador after falling nearly 200 feet while climbing volcano
close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for August 15 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! A group of mountaineers climbing the Carihuairazo volcano in Ecuador fell nearly 200 feet on Saturday morning, resulting in the deaths of three and 12 others being injured, rescue officials said. Rescuers were alerted just after 9:30 a.m. that 15 climbers were involved in the fall, ECU911 rescue services said in a statement. "A 47-year-old woman and two 45- and 50-year-old men died in this emergency," officials said. "Due to weather conditions and nightfall, the bodies of the three deceased persons could not be evacuated." Six women and six men, aged between 39 and 58, were rescued from the mountain and hospitalized with varying injuries. OREGON RESCUERS RECOVER BODY OF MT. HOOD CLIMBER WHO DIED AFTER FALLING 200 FEET IN MARCH … [Read more...] about 3 mountaineers die, 12 injured in Ecuador after falling nearly 200 feet while climbing volcano
UK clears new Moderna vaccine targeting Omicron variant
A medical staff member prepares a syringe with a vial of the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine at a pop up vaccine clinic at the Jewish Community Center on April 16, 2021 in the Staten Island borough of New York City. (Photo by Angela Weiss / AFP) London, United Kingdom — The UK’s drug regulator said Monday it had approved an updated Moderna vaccine against Covid-19 that targets the Omicron variant as well as the original form of the virus. The Medicine and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said in a statement said it had approved the vaccine for adult booster doses “after it was found to meet the UK regulator’s standards of safety, quality and effectiveness.” It was the first such “bivalent” Covid-19 vaccine to be approved by the British regulator. The MHRA’s chief executive June Raine said data from a clinical trial had shown it prompted a “strong immune response” against the original virus and Omicron and would provide a “sharpened tool in our armory” as the virus kept … [Read more...] about UK clears new Moderna vaccine targeting Omicron variant
Iran denies involvement but justifies Salman Rushdie attack
By JON GAMBRELL DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An Iranian official Monday denied Tehran was involved in the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie, though he sought to justify the attack in the Islamic Republic’s first public comments on the bloodshed. The remarks by Nasser Kanaani, the spokesman for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, came three days after Rushdie was wounded in New York state. The writer has been taken off a ventilator and is “on the road to recovery,” according to his agent. Rushdie, 75, has faced death threats for more than 30 years over his novel “The Satanic Verses,” whose depiction of the Prophet Muhammad was seen by some Muslims as blasphemous. In 1989, Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, issued a fatwa, or Islamic edict, demanding the author’s death, and while Iran has not focused on Rushdie in recent years, the decree still stands. Also, a semiofficial Iranian foundation had posted a bounty of over $3 million for the killing of the author. … [Read more...] about Iran denies involvement but justifies Salman Rushdie attack
Pfizer CEO tests positive for COVID-19, has mild symptoms
The top executive at Pfizer, a leading producer of COVID-19 vaccines, has tested positive for the virus and says he is experiencing very mild symptoms. Chairman and CEO Albert Bourla said Monday that he started taking Pfizer’s Paxlovid pill treatment and is isolating while he recovers. Bourla has received four shots of Comirnaty, the COVID-19 vaccine developed by the New York drugmaker along with BioNTech. He said in a brief statement issued by the company that he is confident of a quick recovery. More than 128 million people in the United States have become fully vaccinated with Pfizer’s two-shot vaccine since it entered the market more than a year ago and almost 61 million have received an initial booster shot, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Scientists say the vaccine still offers solid protection against hospitalization and serious illness. But the evolving virus has made it tougher for vaccines to prevent all forms of illness from developing. … [Read more...] about Pfizer CEO tests positive for COVID-19, has mild symptoms
Russia uprising BEGINS: Furious anti-Putin protesters deface giant ‘Z’ with ‘fascist’
Russia: TV host says Europe wants revenge for historic defeats SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Since February 24, when Vladimir Putin announced a “special military operation” in Ukraine , small pockets of Russian protestors have hit back against the war. In the latest fightback against Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, police are now investigating “hooliganism” after a pro-war symbol was defaced. Related articles Vladimir Putin warns of closer Russian ties with North Korea Ukrainian forces shoot down two Russian helicopters over the weekend In Izhevsk, the capital city of western Russia’s Udmurt Republic, a pro-war Z display was defaced with the word “fascists”. The letter Z has been painted … [Read more...] about Russia uprising BEGINS: Furious anti-Putin protesters deface giant ‘Z’ with ‘fascist’
Putin humiliated as Wagner mercenaries blown up after Russia exposes base ‘Perfect hit’
Ukraine: Vladimir Putin exposes own weakness with mistakes SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Wagner private military company has been known to operate in Ukraine since 2014. The Kremlin has denied links with the shady militia group, which has amassed accusations of human rights abuses in operations worldwide. Related articles Russia in freefall: 500k workers forced to slash hours as wages PLUMME Russian retreat leaves 20,000 soldiers stranded However, the group is believed to be controlled by Yevgeny Prigozhin, who is known as "Putin's chef". But Ukrainian authorities have claimed they successfully targeted a base in eastern Ukraine used by the mercenaries. Serhiy Haidai, regional governor … [Read more...] about Putin humiliated as Wagner mercenaries blown up after Russia exposes base ‘Perfect hit’
‘Disappointing’ Kate rejects ‘meaningful way’ to set herself apart from ‘royal status quo’
Kate Middleton's style tips revealed This article contains affiliate links, we may receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Columnist Daniela Elser claimed the Duchess of Cambridge had worn outifts worth 83,000 Australian dollars (£48,000) in the last 100 days. Ms Elser said it marked a "very discernible shift in her wardrobe towards the much more costly". Related articles Poll result: Meghan Markle should not run for US President in 2024 Kate and William to take children on holiday with Queen The royal commentator said that until recent months the "genius" of Kate's style since becoming a royal had been that she "seamlessly" paired high … [Read more...] about ‘Disappointing’ Kate rejects ‘meaningful way’ to set herself apart from ‘royal status quo’
Russian retreat leaves 20,000 soldiers stranded amid defiant Ukrainian counter-offensive
Ukraine destroys vital supply bridge in Russian occupied region SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info If such a withdrawal by Russia is verified, approximately 20,000 Russian troops will be left stranded from their superiors and from key supply lines due to the river which is half a mile wide. The Dnipro river has been key to the conflict with Ukrainian forces destroying its main bridges and therefore Russian supply lines in the region of occupied Kherson. Related articles Hundreds of paratroopers banned from deployment after ORGY Hapless Russian defence tries and fails to stop major Ukraine strike Vitaly Kim, the Governor of the Mykolayiv district in southern Ukraine near the Black Sea revealed … [Read more...] about Russian retreat leaves 20,000 soldiers stranded amid defiant Ukrainian counter-offensive
Afghans’ humanitarian crisis: ‘Children are wasting away’
People wait to receive a food donation from the Afterlife foundation (Image: Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Now with soaring food prices caused by the Ukraine crisis and Western sanctions on the Taliban, experts are warning that the international community must act now to prevent catastrophe. Related articles 'You've entered the war' Putin puppet threatens EU with nuclear strike Putin humiliated after court makes mockery of 'de-nazification' claims A report by Save the Children has revealed youngsters in Afghanistan are "exhausted and wasting away". Almost 20 million people - nearly half the population - face starvation and children are being sold for marriage and forced to work as slaves. Chris … [Read more...] about Afghans’ humanitarian crisis: ‘Children are wasting away’