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The Guardian - World
The French republic is under threat. We are 1,000 historians and we cannot remain silent | Patrick Boucheron, Antoine Lilti and others
We implore voters not to turn their backs on our nation’s history. Go out and defeat the far right in Sunday’s vote. For the first time since the second world war, the far right is at the gates of power in France. As historians from differing ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Making Money on the Election Trade Is Harder Than Ever
The obvious lesson: Trades based on voting results are a gamble on unreliable polling. -
CNBC - Business
Tesla stock rises again after better-than-expected deliveries report
Tesla shares saw more gains Wednesday, after jumping 10% in the previous session.Tesla -
Financial Times - World
US economy adds more jobs than forecast but unemployment rises
Labour market shows signs of cooling as jobless rate increases to 4.1% in June and recent jobs growth is revised lower -
The Guardian - World
Blind date: ‘We both grimaced as we gulped down oysters and pretended to enjoy them’
Nima (left), 27, works in fintech, and Maxim, 24, is a client success manager. What were you hoping for? To meet someone interesting, with good chemistry, laughter and flowing conversation. Continue reading... -
ABC News - Top stories
13-year-old girl killed in mall shooting, 16-year-old suspect in custody: Police
Jayda Woods-Johnson was “tragically murdered” at the Alderwood Mall, the Lynnwood Police Department said. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Carmy’s White T-Shirt and His Style on ‘The Bear’ Has a Fanbase All Its Own
Carmy’s white T-shirt has a fan base all its own. -
The Hill - Politics
Owning a house less affordable than any time in 17 years: Report
Story at a glance (NewsNation) — Buying a house in the U.S. today is less affordable than at any other time in the last 17 years, according to the real estate data company ATTOM. The typical costs of a home, including mortgage payments, property ... -
The Guardian - World
This is how we do it: ‘The sheep on our farm hinder our sex life more than the kids’
Friction in the fields is wreaking havoc in the bedroom for farmers and parents Rosie and Brian. How do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, anonymously. There is something hot about being a farmer, but working together is tricky – Brian ... -
ABC News - Top stories
Remains of 12-year-old girl found after being attacked and taken by crocodile
The remains of a missing 12-year-old girl in Australia have been found after she was attacked and taken by a crocodile while swimming in a creek. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
A Holocaust Survivor Gets a Vogue Cover
Anna Wintour called Vogue Germany’s latest cover star, 102-year-old Margot Friedländer, a “meaningful” subject. -
The Guardian - World
Oldest known picture story is a 51,000-year-old Indonesian cave painting
New dating technique finds painting on island of Sulawesi is 6,000 years older than previous record holder. The world’s oldest known picture story is a cave painting almost 6,000 years older than the previous record holder, found about 10km away ... -
The Guardian - World
Nine-year-old boy youngest in UK to undergo rare pancreatic surgery
Newcastle surgeons remove Archie Routledge’s pancreas while transplanting insulin-producing cells into his liver. A nine-year-old boy is settling back into family life after becoming the youngest person in the UK to undergo a marathon, life-saving ...United Kingdom -
NBC News - Top stories
World’s oldest cave painting is at least 51,200 years old, scientists say
A cave painting in Indonesia is the oldest such artwork in the world and the world’s oldest known evidence of storytelling in art, researchers say. -
CBS News - Top stories
Missing 12-year-old girl's remains found after crocodile attack
"For the family, it is the most devastating outcome possible for them," police said. "They are in a state of extreme shock and disbelief." -
CBS News - Top stories
8-year-old stabbed to death in Queens, suspect fatally shot by police
An NYPD officer shot and killed a man who allegedly stabbed an 8-year-old boy to death in Queens on Thursday, police say. -
The New York Times - Top stories
8-Year-Old Is Killed and Two Adults Wounded in Queens Stabbing
Police officers arrived at an apartment in Jamaica to find a man holding his father at knifepoint and an 8-year-old mortally wounded.United Kingdom -
MarketWatch - Business
Charter’s stock is down 20% this year — but Citi sees new reason to sell
Citi just downgraded Charter’s stock, warning that estimates could be too high. -
MarketWatch - Business
Jobless claims — aka layoffs — rise to 238,000 and stay near one-year high
New jobless claims have surged since the end of the school year, raising questions about whether it’s a temporary increase or a sign of rising layoffs. -
CNBC - Business
10-year Treasury yield falls after unemployment rate rises unexpectedly
U.S. Treasury yields held steady on Friday as markets reopened after the July holiday and investors awaited the latest nonfarm payroll data. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Israel Has Seized More Land This Year Than in Any Year in the Past Three Decades
Nearly half of all West Bank land seized by Israel since the 1993 Oslo Accords was taken this year, watchdog group says.Israel -
CNBC - Business
34-year-old grew her income from $46,000 a year to $400,000 in 12 years—her No. 1 tip for negotiating your salary
Sora Lee has multiplied her annual income by nearly 10 times in just over 10 years. These three tips helped her build a successful career. -
GameSpot - Tech
Why Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F Took 30 Years To Make
The first two Beverly Hills Cops movies are beloved by fans of the franchise. The third movie, 1994's Beverly Hills Cop 3, has a different reputation among viewers. The third Axel Foley adventure was a massive critical bomb and made less than half ... -
The Hill - Politics
Scaramucci: Believing Biden can make another 4 years is ‘political malpractice’
Former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci argued it’s “political malpractice” to believe President Biden can continue running the country if he does not suspend his campaign and wins reelection. Scaramucci joined John ...Joe Biden -
CNBC - Business
Samsung shares hit over 3-year high after better-than-expected guidance on strong AI demand
Samsung said Friday it expects operating profit for the April to June quarter to be approximately 10.4 trillion won — a jump of about 1,452%. -
CNBC - Business
26-year-old was dropped from her record label, worked as a nanny and barista—4 years later, she's a breakout pop star
Singer Chappell Roan's quick rise to pop stardom didn't happen overnight — and presented a new set of career challenges for the 26-year-old from Missouri. -
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Inc. - Business
How a 135-Year-Old Fireworks Company Reinvented Itself as a Full-Service Spectacle Maker
The Vitale family business was founded in 1889. Five generations in, the company is bigger than ever. -
ABC News - Top stories
2-year-old found stuck in cabin ceiling after severe turbulence, mother says
The Air Europa flight from Spain to Uruguay experienced "heavy" turbulence early Monday morning and was diverted to Brazil, the airline said. -
NBC News - Top stories
Family of 13-year-old fatally shot by Utica police says he never forgot to say ‘I love you’
Nyah Mway, the 13-year-old who was fatally shot by police in Utica, New York, on Friday, is being remembered as a teenager who always put his family first. -
ABC News - Entertainment
Tarmo Peltokoski, 24-year-old Finnish conductor, to become Hong Kong Philharmonic music director
Tarmo Peltokoski has been hired to succeed Jaap van Zweden as music director of the Hong Kong PhilharmonicHong Kong -
NBC News - Top stories
Laid off from a nearly six-figure job, this 61-year-old is driving for delivery apps: 'I don't get a day off'
This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans. -
NBC News - Top stories
19-year-old nude dancer sues Florida over law restricting age at adult entertainment businesses
A 19-year-old nude dancer alleges a new Florida law raising the age limit on who is employed by adult entertainment businesses infringes on her constitutional rights.Florida -
Inc. - Business
Jeff Bezos Said Successful Companies Last '30-Something Years.' Guess How Old Amazon Is Turning?
A big birthday, and some free business lessons. -
The Guardian - World
UK construction activity grows despite housebuilding drop; EV sales rise to make up fifth of new car market – business live
Pound steady as UK votes; global stocks extend rally on US rate cut hopes. In stark contrast, construction in the eurozone remains mired in recession, according to a separate survey. Construction activity shrank at a faster rate last month, with ... -
The New York Times - Top stories
Why We Still Want to Hear Beethoven’s ‘Ode to Joy’ 200 Years Later
Beethoven’s aspirational vision of unity and peace can be applied to virtually any situation or place. The music makes sure of that.