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Business - The New York Times
As Election Looms, Disinformation ‘Has Never Been Worse’
A torrent of falsehoods, from home and abroad, have undermined what was once a shared faith in the honesty of America’s democracy.2 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Gunman kills 3 people in southern Brazil during hours-long shootout
Authorities in southern Brazil say a 45-year-old man barricaded himself in a house and killed his father, brother and a police officer in an hours-long shootout before he himself was fatally shot3 hours ago - Brazil -
Business - MarketWatch
The stock market gains the most when this political party occupies the White House
The S&P 500’s annualized total return has been 11.0% in years when a Democrat is president and Congress is Republican-controlled.5 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
NLCS MVP Tommy Edman has been everything the Dodgers wanted -- and more
L.A. thought it had landed a super-utility man at the trade deadline. Turns out, he's an October hero, too.11 hours ago - MLB -
World - The Guardian
‘For too long literature has been defined by one set of people’: writing back to the empire and beyond
Black novelists, poets and playwrights have a long history of reclaiming narratives, the theme of this year’s Black History Month. Novelist Ben Okri looks at where this tradition has come from – ...11 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
How to Bring People Back to New York City
The essential ingredient of urban living — the quality of life — has tanked in the city.Yesterday - New York -
Sports - ESPN
Bettors backing Bronny as long shot ROY pick
More bets have been placed on Bronny James to win the NBA's Rookie of the Year than any other player at multiple major U.S. sportsbooks.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Global battle against inflation has largely been won, IMF says
The good news for the global economy is that the battle against inflation has largely been won, said Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, the chief economist of the International Monetary Fund, on Tuesday.Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
How Liberty Media became one of the world's most valuable sports empires
As global lockdowns began in 2020, sports fans surged online and Liberty Media had a chance to realize Chairman John Malone's vision.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘Don’t be naïve’: I have a wake-up call for divorcing women — you’ve been giving up too much for too long. Am I wrong?
“You deserve what’s rightfully yours.”3 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
'I'm back': Neymar in Al Hilal squad after ACL tear
Neymar is available to play for Saudi Arabia club Al-Hilal in an AFC Champions League Elite match next week after one year on the sidelines due to injury.3 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘No one writes about “rich guy” early retirement’: My wife and I earn $300,000 a year and have $3.75 million. We have 3 kids. When can I quit working?
“I’ve been lucky to have a terrific job in finance for the past 25 years.”4 days ago -
World - The New York Times
Why Thomas Tuchel Was the Right Choice for England. And the Wrong One, Too.
An outcry over the hiring of a German to lead England’s national team was predictable. But don’t dismiss every objection out of hand.5 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Transracial adoptees push back against long-held narrative they should be 'grateful'
Amid recent investigations on systemic adoption fraud by the Chinese and South Korean governments, adoptees are speaking out on a narrative they should be "grateful."5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Charlie Patiño: ‘I’d been at Arsenal a long time. I wanted a new chapter’
After glorious start at Arsenal the midfielder found pathway blocked and has honoured his roots with Deportivo move. Old tweets can come back to bite, but not this time. This time, digging into his ...5 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Vistra’s stock has quadrupled in a year. Here’s why it’s not too late to buy.
Vistra’s stock is J.P. Morgan’s top pick among independent power producers, even though its shares have already rocketed more than fourfold over the past 12 months.5 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Nvidia’s stock sets one record but falls short of another
While TSMC issued upbeat commentary on the state of the AI market, Wall Street perhaps already had that confidence.6 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Gazans react to reports that the leader of Hamas was killed.
Palestinians in the enclave were divided over whether the death of Yahya Sinwar, if confirmed, would bring the war in Gaza closer to an end.6 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program Has Canceled Debt for Over One Million People
An effort to revive and maximize use of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program has resulted in student loan forgiveness for over one million people.6 days ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - BBC News
Has sewage been released in rivers and the sea near you?
Companies can release raw sewage during bad weather, but the amount spilled has doubled in England.6 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
WPP has been outsmarted by its old rival Publicis
The UK advertising group led by Mark Read has lost momentum and looks vulnerable6 days ago -
World - ABC News
Worker at a Crimean wildlife park killed by lions
A worker at a wildlife park in Crimea has died after being attacked by lionsOctober 16 -
Politics - The Hill
James Patterson hopes to 'get people thinking' beyond 'themselves' with 'American Heroes'
James Patterson says in these politically divided times, Americans have "never needed heroes as much as they do right now.” The best-selling author is bringing readers stories of bravery in his new ...October 16 -
Business - The New York Times
How Kamala Harris’s Economic Plan Has Been Shaped by Business Leaders
The vice president has repeatedly incorporated suggestions from business executives into her economic agenda.October 16 - Kamala Harris -
Sports - ESPN
Guardians' Cobb has back strain, done for season
Guardians right-hander Alex Cobb has an acute left low back strain and will not pitch again this postseason. He was replaced on the ALCS roster by Ben Lively.October 15 -
Sports - The New York Times
The Running Back Who Could Shatter a Record Set by Barry Sanders
Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty is on pace to rush for 2,704 yards.October 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Trump: Wall Street Journal has been 'wrong about everything'
Former President Trump blasted the Wall Street Journal and other prognosticators in the financial sector who have predicted his economic plans will have a negative impact on the country's financial ...October 15 - Donald Trump -
World - ABC News
A Saudi cartoonist has been sentenced to 23 years in prison, activists say
A Saudi cartoonist who once drew for a Qatari newspaper as a yearslong diplomatic crisis engulfed Doha has been sentenced to 23 years in prisonOctober 15 -
World - The Guardian
What is Unifil and why has Israel been firing on its positions in Lebanon?
As the Israeli military attacks United Nations peacekeepers, we look at the background to the violence. Middle East crisis – live updates Unifil, the United Nations peacekeeping mission in ...October 15 - Israel -
Politics - The Hill
New Hampshire candidate has long opposed same-sex marriage rights
New Hampshire Republican congressional candidate Russell Prescott has long advocated against marriage rights for same-sex couples and once criticized a political opponent for believing “avowed ...October 15 -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
A House for One That Has Room for Many
When a woman made her weekend place on Long Island her full-time residence, she had it redesigned to fit her new life, and to allow for lots of friends to visit.October 15 -
World - The Guardian
What I Ate in One Year by Stanley Tucci review – one bite too many?
The Hollywood star’s fourth food book starts well enough but quickly descends into bland anecdote, leaving his endearing charm and wit to season an empty plate. I must admit that I was slightly ...October 15 -
Sports - ESPN
Damar Hamlin has been about more than a shocking Monday night moment this season
'I won't lie, Monday nights are a little bit more meaningful to me,' Hamlin said.October 14 - NFL -
Top stories - BBC News
Tougher sentences taking too long, say bereaved parents
The parents of a student killed by a drunk driver say 10 years is too long to wait for change.October 14 -
World - The Guardian
Dean Henderson’s road in England has been marked by loss and resilience
Years of injuries, stiff competition and personal heartbreak after the loss of his father and then his former teammate George Baldock has not deterred the Crystal Palace keeper. Dean Henderson had ...October 14 -
Sports - CBS Sports
Dillon Gabriel's record-breaking career has been a good run, now it may finally end with a ring on his hand
Dillon Gabriel is near the top of the FBS record books but he doesn't yet have a championship to show for itOctober 14 -
Politics - NBC News
Harris to interview with Fox News on Wednesday
Harris and Trump hold campaign events in battleground Pennsylvania.October 14 -
Top stories - BBC News
Man says he has been 'left to rot' after Covid vaccine
Larry Lowe used to have an active life but says everyday tasks are now beyond him.October 14 - Covid -
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Business - CNBC
This is the most overrated piece of job interview advice, tech exec says: People take it 'too seriously'
Don't wear formal clothing at the expense of reasonable comfort in a job interview, advises Gillian Munson, Vimeo's chief financial officer.October 13