Study Finds Evidence That Text-Based Therapy Eases Depression
A large-scale randomized trial of texting therapy concluded that its outcomes were as good as video sessions in treating depression. Source link
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Volkswagen, Hit by Tariffs, Reports $1.5 Billion Loss and Warns of Chip Shortage
Europe’s largest automaker said that a shortage of semiconductors could further hurt productivity. Source link
Why Investors Seem Underwhelmed by the Trump-Xi Meeting
The highly anticipated event covered a lot of ground on tariff and trade barriers, but questions remain about reaching a lasting accord. Source link
Good Luck Finding a ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Costume This Halloween
Characters from the hit Netflix film are among the most coveted outfits this year, and scarcity has forced some to improvise. Source link
China’s Pause on Rare Earth Controls: What to Know
China has suspended export controls announced this month, but was conspicuously silent about rules imposed earlier, which are snarling global supply chains. Source link
Candy Companies Are Quietly Cutting Down on Cocoa to Save Money
As climate change has helped push cocoa prices higher, companies are changing candy recipes in subtle ways. Source link
Trump and Xi, Hoping to Ease Trade War, Agree to 1-Year Truce
China agreed to suspend for a year some of its limits on exports of rare earth metals, while the U.S. halved its fentanyl-related tariffs. Source link
Big Tech Faces Tough Questions Over the A.I. Spending Spree
Investors have rewarded tech giants for investing heavily in the technology. But bubble concerns are growing. Source link
What the Fed’s Rate Decision Means for Loans, Credit Cards, Mortgages and More
See how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans. Source link