'Extremely dangerous,' record breaking heat wave takes hold across much of U.S.
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World - The Guardian
Ben Stokes confident England have characters who can take the heat
Pressure will be on inexperienced bowling lineup as tourists aim to repeat triumph of 2022. Last month as much rain fell on Bedfordshire as Multan has in a year. The city gets about 2mm in an ...1 hour ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Within Our Lifetime Has Made Pro-Palestinian Activism More Extreme
Within Our Lifetime, a group formed by New York students, has galvanized pro-Palestinian activists who are calling for the end of Israel — and facing accusations of antisemitism.1 hour ago -
Top stories - NBC News
In California, heat and dry conditions make arson a more potent threat
In California, nearly half the acres burned this year were due to blazes allegedly ignited by arson. The damage shows how climate change is exacerbating the danger of arson.2 hours ago - California -
Politics - The Hill
Pelosi, tech executives to hold fundraiser for Harris campaign
Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) will join tech executives Saturday to hold a fundraiser for Vice President Harris, a source familiar with the matter confirmed to The Hill. The reception will ...2 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Trump to hold second rally at site of attempted assassination
Former President Donald Trump is returning to Butler, Pennsylvania, today to hold a rally. Twelve weeks ago, a would-be assassin opened fire on him there. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris is ...4 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Harsh terrain, extreme fatigue. Life as a wildland firefighter in a heatwave: ‘It’s not normal for humans’
Firefighters carry heavy packs along rugged slopes to calm fast-moving fires, and sweltering weather is compounding already dangerous work. Life as a roofer in Florida’s sweltering heat: ‘It ...7 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Eye on America: Inside an extreme sports camp, and a look at how libraries are innovating
In Pennsylvania, we visit a sleepaway camp that’s training the next generation of extreme sports stars. And in South Carolina, we see how public libraries are evolving to better serve the growing ...7 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
A'ja Wilson is done people-pleasing
The three-time MVP talks about her historic season and the growth of the WNBA in an exclusive interview.16 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NFL turned down 49ers' request to wear white uniforms Sunday vs. Cardinals despite heat wave, coach says
San Francisco will have to wear their red jerseys at home during record heat, despite Kyle Shanahan's request to wear white.19 hours ago - NFL -
Top stories - CBS News
Hospitals across the U.S. face IV fluid shortage after Hurricane Helene
With one major medical supplier's production hubs closed, hospitals say they are rationing IV fluid bags and employing other conservation measures.20 hours ago -
Sports - ABC News
Kyle Busch is in danger of snapping his NASCAR-record 19-year winning streak
Time is running out for Kyle Busch to stretch his remarkable winning streak to 20 consecutive NASCAR seasons with at least one victory21 hours ago -
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World - The New York Times
Hamas Leader Is Holding Out for a Bigger War, U.S. Officials Say
Yahya Sinwar is increasingly fatalistic, has blocked a cease-fire deal and, so far, been frustrated that Hezbollah and Iran have not come to his aid, officials said.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Dead heat gets even hotter for Harris
Kamala Harris' campaign is facing pressure as polls tighten, and her recent actions such as visiting the southern border, giving an economic speech, and holding a softball interview suggest that ...Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Phoenix smashes heat records for 10 straight days as sweltering temps grip West
A scorching streak in Phoenix has set new daily records for 10 straight days during an October heat wave sweeping much of the West.Yesterday -
Politics - Politico
Supreme Court to take up Mexico’s lawsuit against US gunmakers
Mexico alleges that gunmakers have contributed to drug cartel violence.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Biden student loan cancellation plan on hold again
The Biden administration’s student loan cancellation plan has been put on hold once again in Missouri after brief celebration from advocates this week when another judge ruled the plan could move ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Business - CNBC
U.S. job creation roared higher in September as payrolls surged by 254,000
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase by 150,000 in September, according to the Dow Jones consensus forecast.Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
In British politics, the centre no longer holds
Real energy is to be found in single-issue groups and parties to the left and right of Labour and the ToriesYesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Israel hits Beirut in wave of airstrikes across Lebanon
Israel carried out a wave of air-strikes across Lebanon Thursday night with explosions rocking Beirut's southern suburbs, including one close to the international airport as the IDF continues its ...Yesterday - Israel -
Business - MarketWatch
September surprise? U.S. jobs report holds key to Fed rate cuts.
The U.S. jobs report has overtaken inflation as the chief worry of the Federal Reserve as it plots how fast to cut interest rates.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
World - The Guardian
Antarctica is ‘greening’ at dramatic rate as climate heats
Analysis of satellite data finds plant cover has increased more than tenfold over the last few decades. Plant cover across the Antarctic peninsula has soared more than tenfold over the last few ...Yesterday - Climate -
Top stories - BBC News
Dangerous e-motorbikes 'putting town under siege'
There are fears it is only a matter of time before somebody is killed by reckless riders.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Pollutionwatch: Dangers of adding rubbish to home fires
Tests show adding just 10% of waste to a wood burner indoors can double its particle pollution. It may be tempting to add cardboard, plastic, old clothing and other waste to your home fire to keep ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Israeli airstrikes intensify across Lebanon
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said Iran will pay for its missile attack earlier this week on his nation. As the region braces for Israel's response, CBS News foreign correspondent ...Yesterday - Israel -
World - The New York Times
How 2 Offhand Remarks by Biden Caused Waves in the Markets and the Middle East
The president’s casual disclosures underscored the power of his words — and how quickly they travel.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Politics - The Hill
Helene survivors face new dangers from contaminated water, mold
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story The need for clean water after Helene With Hurricane Helene dissipated, the recovery process is underway. ...Yesterday -
Sports - CBS Sports
Ranking NFL teams with winning records entering Week 5: Chiefs take top position, Steelers in last spot
Here's where the NFL's best teams stand after four weeksYesterday - NFL -
Top stories - NBC News
October heat wave sets dozens of records in California and Arizona
More than 50 new heat records were set on Wednesday, as an October heat wave continues to bake California and Arizona.Yesterday - California -
Business - Inc.
Some AI Assistants Have This Big Flaw. They Talk Too Much
Don’t share your company’s dirty laundry with an AI assistant. Despite privacy and safety controls, the tech sometimes “leaks” confidential information.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
California to see unusual October heat wave with record-setting temperatures
California is set to see an unusual October heat wave with a chance of record-setting temperatures in the coming days, the National Weather Service (NWS) said Wednesday. “Record-breaking heat will ...Yesterday - California -
Politics - The Hill
Melania Trump: ‘We are dealing with much more danger’
Former first lady Melania Trump weighed in on the state of former President Trump's bid for the White House in an interview Wednesday, while also reflecting on the recent assassination attempts on ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Everything is getting politicized in heated Trump-Harris battle
Disaster response, the Secret Service and a city of 60,000 people in Ohio all have become fodder for an increasingly heated campaign season, underscoring how once nonpolitical events and people are ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
Kalshi resumes taking bets on U.S. election after appeals court lifts freeze
KalshiEx offered customers contracts that bet on congressional election outcomes. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission objected.2 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Trump and Harris Want to Revive Manufacturing, but How Much Could They Actually Do?
The policy focus on the industry has changed from job quantity to job quality. And while federal incentives matter, local factors are more important.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - Inc.
Leaders: Is Your Desire to Be Right Holding You Back?
How needing to be right can damage relationships, stifle growth, and slow progress.2 days ago -