on May 17, 2026 at 1:39 pm WHO Declares Global Health Emergency After Ebola Outbreak in Congo​Caroline Kimeu
The agency is concerned the epidemic—which has killed about 80 people—could be larger than currently known.
The agency is concerned the epidemic—which has killed about 80 people—could be larger than currently known.
on May 17, 2026 at 6:58 pm 8th central pay commission: How to submit feedback on CPC suggestions, who is eligible, documents needed | Explained​
The 8th central pay commission is consulting with stakeholders ahead of its recommendations that will significantly impact salaries of central government employees and pensioners, including railways and defence staff.
The 8th central pay commission is consulting with stakeholders ahead of its recommendations that will significantly impact salaries of central government employees and pensioners, including railways and defence staff.
on May 17, 2026 at 6:30 am Bank holiday next week: SBI, HDFC, others closed on these days between 18 and 24 May; check here​
Private and public sector banks in India will observe two holidays next week, on May 23 and 24, as per RBI’s schedule. Customers are advised to check local branches for specific holiday applicability, while online banking services remain available for transactions during these closures.
Private and public sector banks in India will observe two holidays next week, on May 23 and 24, as per RBI’s schedule. Customers are advised to check local branches for specific holiday applicability, while online banking services remain available for transactions during these closures.
on May 17, 2026 at 1:00 am Suspicious Betting in Washington Is on the Rise—and Authorities Are Playing Catch-Up​Brian Schwartz
Regulators are seeking information from Kalshi and Polymarket over wagers tied to political events and military operations.
Regulators are seeking information from Kalshi and Polymarket over wagers tied to political events and military operations.
on May 17, 2026 at 1:00 am The World Is Awash in Bourbon. That’s a Problem for Big Booze.​Laura Cooper
Distillers that added capacity during the pandemic are facing a hangover as more Americans join the ranks of the sober-curious.
Distillers that added capacity during the pandemic are facing a hangover as more Americans join the ranks of the sober-curious.
on May 17, 2026 at 6:15 am Nasdaq’s round-the-clock trading dream sparks debate over when markets ‘close’: What SEC suggests​
The SEC has approved Nasdaq’s proposal to expand trading hours for NMS stocks and ETPs to 23 hours, starting December 6. This change aims to meet global trading demands and will introduce a Night Session, allowing trading between 9 PM ET and 4 AM ET.
The SEC has approved Nasdaq’s proposal to expand trading hours for NMS stocks and ETPs to 23 hours, starting December 6. This change aims to meet global trading demands and will introduce a Night Session, allowing trading between 9 PM ET and 4 AM ET.
on May 17, 2026 at 5:47 am Microsoft AI Chief Mustafa Suleyman has a grim warning for every office worker- Within 18 months…​
Microsoft AI chief executive Mustafa Suleyman has warned that AI will automate most white-collar professional tasks, including legal, accounting and marketing work, within 18 months. Here is what the data says about whether that timeline is realistic.
Microsoft AI chief executive Mustafa Suleyman has warned that AI will automate most white-collar professional tasks, including legal, accounting and marketing work, within 18 months. Here is what the data says about whether that timeline is realistic.
on May 16, 2026 at 3:00 pm Jim Clyburn’s seat is under threat as Republicans redraw Southern congressional maps, raising alarms over Black representation in Congress​Eliza Collins
The fate of Jim Clyburn’s congressional career has turned into a flashpoint during a moment of crisis for Black representation in Congress.
The fate of Jim Clyburn’s congressional career has turned into a flashpoint during a moment of crisis for Black representation in Congress.
on May 16, 2026 at 2:57 pm U.S., Nigerian Forces Kill Top Islamic State Leader​Benoit Faucon
Officials said a joint operation in the West African country killed the group’s alleged second in command.
Officials said a joint operation in the West African country killed the group’s alleged second in command.
on May 16, 2026 at 8:18 pm Want to benefit from stock market volatility? Start a Trust.​
While irrevocable trusts are permanent structures, the assets within them are flexible and can be swapped at any time with different similarly valued assets.
While irrevocable trusts are permanent structures, the assets within them are flexible and can be swapped at any time with different similarly valued assets.
