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Blinken ends tour of Europe after series of meetings about Russia-Ukraine war
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken wrapped up his latest trip to Europe Thursday in Poland where he met with officials to discuss Ukraine and its weapons needs. Vedant Patel, principal deputy ...23 hours ago - Ukraine -
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Morocco confirms first mpox case in current outbreak
Mpox has spread to at least 14 African countries and has been declared a public health emergency.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - World
2024 Presidential, House and Senate Election Ratings and Analysis
A look at the latest forecasts for Democrats and Republicans, based on combined ratings from three nonpartisan political analysts.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Amazon hikes wages for contract delivery drivers as union pressures grow
Amazon is raising its average national pay for contracted delivery drivers to roughly $22 an hour, up from $20.50 an hour.Yesterday -
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Average rate on a 30-year mortgage falls to 6.20%, its lowest level since February 2023
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. fell this week to its lowest level in 19 months, reflecting a pullback in Treasury yields ahead of an expected interest rate cut from the Federal ...Yesterday -
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Black student enrollment falls at Harvard, more schools after Supreme Court ends affirmative action
Harvard University reported that students identifying as Black made up 14% of this year's freshman class, compared with 18% in 2023. Some other top schools also reported falls in Black student ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
The Guardian view on Israel and Gaza: a nightmare that does not end | Editorial
Eleven months on from 7 October, the deaths of Palestinians and Israeli hostages are still mounting, and the risks of a broader regional war persist. It is approaching a year since the Hamas ...Yesterday - Israel -
CNBC - Business
U.S. median household income rose to $80,610, the first significant increase since 2019—but it's not good news for everyone
Overall, U.S. households saw a 4% boost in wages in 2023. But some groups didn't see a big change from the year before.Yesterday -
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Deadly school shootings have more than tripled since 2018, and many don't make national news
A CBS News investigation found reported deadly gun violence at schools has more than tripled since 2018. National investigative correspondent Stephen Stock explains, most are not the planned ...Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Investment Banks Limit Junior Banker Work Weeks to
Following a report on the negative effects of excessive work big banks require of younger employees, JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America move to cap and monitor working hours.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Trump Tariff Plan Would Hike Shipping Costs, Much Like 2018
A return to and expansion of the GOP candidate's tariff regime would boost inflation and increase prices for consumers, experts say.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Business
U.S. Mortgage Rates Fall to 6.2%, Lowest Since Early 2023
The average rate on 30-year mortgages declined to 6.2 percent this week, the lowest point since early 2023.Yesterday - Mortgage -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
First glimpse of Matvei Michkov on the ice in a Flyers jersey
All eyes Thursday were on Matvei Michkov as the highly heralded prospect had his first formal skate with the Flyers at rookie camp.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Mortgage rates are falling ahead of the Fed’s planned rate cut. How borrowers can capitalize.
The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging at 6.2% Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.Yesterday - Mortgage -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Norges Bank Could Surprise Markets With Hawkish Rate Path
The Norges Bank should keep rates steady at 4.5% next week, but the market could be in for a “hawkish surprise” with the central bank’s expectations for future rate moves, says Handelsbanken’s ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Monica Lewinsky applauds Drudge Report for labeling debate 'The End' for Trump
Activist and author Monica Lewinsky offered a rare praise for the Drudge Report for describing this week's presidential debate between former President Trump and Vice President Harris as "The End" ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - World
U.N. Says Gaza’s Anti-Polio Campaign Is Ending With High Hopes
Health workers have reached many vulnerable children. But for the effort to be considered a success, they must also be able to administer a booster round of vaccinations in a few weeks.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Oil demand growing at slowest rate since height of pandemic, says IEA
Energy watchdog says global oil prices could continue to fall from three-year lows as supply outstrips demand. The world’s demand for oil is growing at its slowest pace since the height of the ...Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Nvidia’s stock extends gains: ‘The time to worry is clearly not now’
Bernstein continues to like Nvidia and Broadcom shares as top semiconductor picks, even as the sector has shed most of its year-to-date outperformance relative to the S&P 500.Yesterday -
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Kendrick Lamar drops first song since 'Not Like Us'
Months after the beef between rappers Kendrick Lamar and Drake seemingly reached a conclusion, Lamar has dropped a new track.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
These 5 portfolio stocks crushed the volatile market since our August Monthly Meeting
Investor concerns around the AI boom, coupled with the market's sensitivity to the Fed's next policy move, have caused Wall Street to seesaw in recent weeks.Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
One Of The Witcher 3's Endings Has Been Restored By A Fan Mod
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will celebrate its 10th anniversary next year, but the game apparently still has a few secrets to give up. Fan modder MerigoldMariobor has found a few lost moments of ...Yesterday -
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Turkey investigates the killing of Turkish-American activist in West Bank
Turkey has opened an investigation into the death of a Turkish-American activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi.Yesterday - Turkey -
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Will homebuyer competition rise when mortgage interest rates are cut?
As mortgage rates drop, buyers may need to come to terms with how it could impact the competition they face.Yesterday - Mortgage -
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SpaceX Polaris Dawn crew makes first private spacewalk
SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Crew executed the first ever private spacewalk Thursday morning. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.Yesterday - SpaceX -
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'Earth sure looks like a perfect world': First private spacewalk a success
Isaacman said the Earth looked like a "perfect world" as he stepped out into space for the first time.Yesterday