China sets lowest growth target since 1991 as economy struggles to keep momentum

BEIJING — China announced its lowest growth target in 35 years Thursday as the world’s second-biggest economy struggles with challenges at home and growing uncertainty around the world. This year, China will aim for GDP growth of 4.5% to 5%, “while striving for better in practice,” Premier Li Qiang, China’s No. 2 official, said in … Read more

Target posts another quarter of slipping sales, offers upbeat annual profit outlook for 2026

Target reported another quarter of declining sales and profits as it works to regain its footing with customers facing higher prices almost everywhere, but the retailer offered a profit outlook that topped Wall Street expectations and signaled quarterly sales growth ahead. The Minneapolis-based company said it earned $2.30 per share, or $1.05 billion, for the … Read more

Singer D4vd is target of Los Angeles grand jury investigation into teen’s death, according to court documents

Singer D4vd is the target of a Los Angeles grand jury investigation into the death of a 15-year-old girl whose dismembered remains were found last year in the trunk of his car, according to court filings. The filings state a grand jury investigation is currently pending in Los Angeles County involving allegations that D4vd, whose … Read more