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Scaramucci on Trump win: 'A sad day for a lotta people'
Ex-White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci noted widespread disappointment among many people with President-elect Trump’s win on Wednesday morning. “I just think it's a — it's a sad ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Shapiro on Trump win in Pennsylvania: 'The will of the people must be respected'
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) responded Thursday to former President Trump’s election victory, arguing “the will of the people must be respected.” “Our Commonwealth once again held a free, ...Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago -
Discounters Like Burlington, T.J. Maxx Expected to Win Holiday-Shopping Wars
Investors can expect a bleak outlook for department stores that have struggled to provide consumers with the value they’re looking for, but discounters such as T.J. Maxx, Ross Dress for Less and ...Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
30-year bond yield closes with biggest jump since 2022 after Trump wins
U.S. government debt aggressively sold off on Wednesday, pushing the 30-year yield up by the most in two years, as traders factored in the likely trade and deficit policies of a second Trump ...Business - MarketWatch - November 6 -
Why these Celtics look so much like the 73-win Warriors
The path Jayson Tatum and the Celtics seek looks eerily similar to the winningest team of all time.Sports - ESPN - November 6 -
‘Winning The Apprentice was great. But I’d like to go solo now’
Tom Pellereau, founder of Stylideas, on how the television show changed his lifeWorld - Financial Times - 23 hours ago -
This Simple Strategy Can Get People Talking About You Behind Your Back (in a Good Way)
When others are talking about you, make sure they’re telling the story you want told.Business - Inc. - October 25 -
‘It wasn’t sexual in any way!’ 50 years of streaking – by the people who dared to bare all
In 1974, it became a craze, and has been happening ever since. While some streakers do it for a cause and others for a laugh, all agree the adrenaline rush is unbeatable. So do they have any ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
‘Who do people like me turn to?’ I am 70 with absolutely no emergency or retirement savings. So now what?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email questions or concerns to picks@marketwatch.com. We’ll have financial advisers weigh in.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
UK leader tells Interpol meeting world must 'wake up' to threat from people-smugglers
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will double funding for Britain’s border security agency and treat people-smuggling gangs like terror networksWorld - ABC News - November 4 -
Are famous people more likely to die at 27, or does dying at 27 make them more famous?
The deaths of people such as Kurt Cobain, Amy Winehouse and Jim Morrison fuel the myth that musicians face an increased risk of death at age 27.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 5 -
Pulisic scores direct from corner kick for AC Milan. Then admits it was an accident
Christian Pulisic scored direct from a corner kick to to set AC Milan on the way to its first victory in this season’s Champions LeagueSports - ABC News - October 22 -
Jalen Green leads the way with 22 points in Houston's 128-108 win over Memphis
Jalen Green scored 22 points and six other Houston players scored in double figures in the Rockets’ 128-108 win over the Memphis GrizzliesSports - ABC News - October 25 -
Have Democrats found a way to win over rural America? Look at what's happening in Wisconsin.
The party’s hot streak in statewide elections faces a crucial test in out-state districts long held by Republicans.Politics - Politico - October 27 -
US elections live: Harris makes unexpected stop at DNC headquarters as millions of Americans cast their votes
Harris thanks Democratic staffers in Washington DC and says ‘we have so much work to do’ during phone-banking session. US election results 2024: live map and tracker When will we know the ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
Trump win is a victory for Netanyahu, but Israeli PM may not get it all his way
US president-elect has indicated he wants an end to war in Gaza and his position on conflict with Iran remains unclear. US elections 2024 – live updates Middle East crisis – live updates ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
From Browsing to Buying (and Buying Again)
Five strategies to create a customer experience that drives loyalty.Business - Inc. - November 6 -
Jessica Williams is ready for the unexpected, even on the 405 Freeway
The actor reflects on living in L.A., her love of ceramics and her starring role in Apple TV+'s "Shrinking," now in its second season — while battling traffic.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 16 -
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5 Leadership Lessons From an Unexpected Medical Leave
Orum founder Stephany Kirkpatrick was having a banner year when she learned she had breast cancer. Here’s how she stepped away and set up her company for success.Business - Inc. - October 21 -
Unexpected Lessons From 4 Years of Remote Work
Mastering remote work: Lessons learned and powerful strategies for global teams.Business - Inc. - October 21 -
Harris to make unexpected campaign stop in Texas
Abortion and reproductive rights likely to be at heart of vice-president’s message in Republican-leaning stateBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
The Early Stars and Unexpected Starts From the N.H.L. Season
Each team has had a surprise this season, but some are better than others, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - October 27 -
What’s Love Got to Do With It?
Real life isn’t a shark tank. Business shouldn’t have to be, either.Business - Inc. - October 25 -
How Miami got Viced
Michael Mann’s hit TV drama caught the city’s evolution into a coke-fuelled neon fantasy. It’s never looked backWorld - Financial Times - October 31 -
Who are the people winning Elon Musk’s $1 million daily giveaways?
What we know about America PAC winnersTop stories - NBC News - November 1 -
Carville calls Trump win 'depressing': 'Tens of millions of people fell for this s‑‑‑'
Democratic veteran strategist James Carville discussed the results of the 2024 White House race Thursday, calling President-elect Trump's decisive victory "depressing." “I have to reevaluate," ...Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago -
George Conway isn't taking Trump win ‘as badly as people might think’
Pundit George Conway, an outspoken Republican critic of President-elect Trump, said he’s not taking the election results “as badly as people might think.” “The disturbing thing about this election ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Will rich countries pay for climate change?
At COP29 the world’s nations will try and negotiate a new spending commitment on climate change.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
Lauren James: ‘I know what winning feels like and I want to do that with England’
Chelsea star on her club’s new manager and how the Euros defence is motivating the forward to make history. The one-on-one shooting drills have concluded, the coaches are collecting the footballs ...World - The Guardian - October 19
