As the end of October approaches, teachers and pupils alike are looking forward to the half-term holiday. But in some places, the traditional week off has become a fortnight. What do parents, teachers ...

Key insight: Bank M&A was one of the hottest topics during the first week of earnings season. What's at stake: As consolidation accelerates, many banks are feeling pressure to get bigger or sell.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 26: Forward Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket around center Evan Mobley #4 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first quarter at Rocket ...