Business
Wall Street's fear gauge may be flashing a buy sign
History shows that similar spikes in the VIX have been good entry points for stocks
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Sports
'I don't fear for my safety from online abuse - because we're so used to it'
Britain's Jodie Burrage speaks to BBC Sport about the online abuse she received after her recent defeat - and why it no longer comes as a surprise.
Business
Wall Street's fear gauge surges the most since April. Why traders think it should be even higher
From its intraday low to high Thursday, VIX moved more than 11 points, the biggest one-day move since April 9.
Science
The brain’s hidden fear mechanism may explain anxiety and PTSD
A surprising new discovery suggests that fear may cause the brain to blur the line between danger and safety rather than distinguish them more clearly. By observing brain activity in mice using augmented reality, scientists found that memories of threatening and harmless environments began to overlap, potentially allowing faster responses to danger. This "better safe than sorry" survival mechanism could help explain why people with anxiety or PTSD sometimes experience intense fear in completely safe situations.
Business
Wall Street's Fear Index is doing something strange. Here's what it means for stocks
VIX deemed "unreactive" by options traders
Politics
'Atmosphere of fear': Trump moves to curtail voting rights ahead of the midterms
Americans vote on November 3 in midterm elections that could see Republicans lose control of Congress, endangering US President Donald Trump's legislative agenda. Under the US Constitution, elections are organized by the respective states – but that has not halted US President Donald Trump from trying to wield his influence ahead of the vote.
Politics
Palestinian citizens of Israel fear they’re next target if far-right wins
Majd al-Krum's protests have forced settlers to withdraw, but fears of further provocations loom after elections.
Business
What Democrats and Republicans fear most about each other: CNBC survey has the answers
The economy is still a key issue in the 2026 election, but voters are concerned about Trump testing the bounds of the office and Democratic Socialist polices.
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Sports
Arsenal fear Saka could be out for two months
Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka could be sidelined for up to eight weeks with the quadriceps injury he suffered against Bayern Munich.
World
French shopkeepers fear new looting in upcoming protests
In Paris, shopkeepers fear further losses ahead of a demonstration planned for next Saturday. After last weekend’s protests saw scenes of vandalism, some are considering closing their shops, while others plan to stay open.
World
Paris shopkeepers fear more destruction after riots destroy livelihoods
‘I have nothing left.’ Small business owners in Paris say they are traumatised after rioters looted their shops.
World
Gaza families fear food shortages as Israel halts commercial shipments
Residents report rising prices as the latest restrictions bite, leaving families unable to afford extra supplies.
World
AI fears are being weaponised
Tech giants are fighting to protect their monopolies from cheap open-source models. Fear is their weapon.
Business
Wall Street's fear gauge is ripping. Traders see it going even higher
The sell-off in AI-related stocks pushed the VIX above 22 for the first time in four months. A cluster of trades suggests it could go even higher.
Entertainment
Why Did Netflix Boot Bela Bajaria?
Fear and loathing are running high as Hollywood processes Thursday’s shock firing of Bela Bajaria from her post as Netflix chief content officer. Yes, the company that popularized the “Keeper Test” is known for abrupt exits. But despite Netflix’s recent stock struggles, many considered Bajaria too big to fail. Word of her ouster leaked before […]
World
Ukrainians fear US intelligence cuts as Russian strikes intensify
Reduced missile warnings increase threat to civilians as Trump pushes an 'energy ceasefire' and peace negotiations.
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Science
Owners fear 'healthy' dog died due to orange substance exposure on contaminated land
Donna and Pete O'Brien say Misty's health declined after a walk.
Politics
Fear and uncertainty for civilians as Yemen’s capital comes under attack
Sanaa has faced intense bombing since the Yemeni government announced a campaign to take the capital from the Houthis.
World
Young men live in fear of being snatched off the streets and sold to Myanmar's army
A desperate junta is in a war of attrition against ethnic militias and and civilian resistance.
Sports
Arbeloa 'doesn't feel fear' but pressure increases after loss
Fulham boss Alvaro Arbeloa says he does not 'feel fear' after defeat at Ipswich left his side winless in six games and bottom of the Premier League.