‘They rob you visibly, with no repercussions’ – the unstoppable rise of phone theft
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Trump Has Something He’d Like to Sell You
The former president’s history of merchandising himself may be broadly revealing in unexpected ways.19 minutes ago - Donald Trump -
Business - The New York Times
How Iceland Became a Virtual Home for Online Disinformation and Identity Theft
A Reykjavik building that houses a penis museum and an H&M is also the virtual home to an array of perpetrators of identity theft, ransomware and disinformation.22 minutes ago -
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Kremlin denies report of Putin phone calls with Trump
"No, it's not like that," Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told a reporter for a Russian news outlet on Wednesday.1 hour ago - Donald Trump -
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'You can't leave him out' - is Palmer England's most important player?
Gary Lineker described Cole Palmer as England's most talented player, while he has been called the "best in the Premier League", so is the Chelsea forward an automatic starter for the Three Lions?3 hours ago -
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Boeing withdraws 30% pay rise offer to striking staff
The aviation giant accused the union of not giving its proposals serious consideration.5 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘They rob you visibly, with no repercussions’ – the unstoppable rise of phone theft
Snatch thefts of mobile phones soared by 150% in the last year, with victims left unable to work, use their bank, travel or use their diaries. Why are police finding it so hard to stop? . Jenny ...5 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Frances Tiafoe berates chair umpire after late penalty, loss at Shanghai Masters: 'F*** you, man, f*** you'
Jimmy Pinoargote penalized Tiafoe for a time violation during a third-set tiebreak near the end of a hard-fought match.11 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
NWSL: Shield-clinching Orlando looks unstoppable
The Pride reaffirmed their dominance of the league and remain unbeaten in the regular season.12 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Floridians warned ‘you are going to die’ if they don’t evacuate as Milton nears
Thousands of evacuees clog highways as storm projected to hit Tampa Bay on Wednesday restrengthens to category 5. Florida’s western coast was making emergency preparations on Tuesday for the impact ...12 hours ago -
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Hurricane fraud is on the rise, feds warn. Beware these scams.
Hurricanes Milton and Helene are likely to bring out scammers eager to exploit people's impulse to help those in need. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.12 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
U.S. Budget Deficit Rises to $1.8 Trillion in 2024
New estimates from the Congressional Budget Office show continuing fiscal strain, despite steady economic growth.13 hours ago -
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4 signs you should invest in gold now
Gold can be a smart addition to your portfolio in most economic climates, but there are big reasons to buy in now.14 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Should you buy into Kuminga, Washington and last season's other late risers?
Several players finished last season strong, but which of those players have staying power in 2024-25?14 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
The World Ends With You: The Animation Gets Big Prime Discount
We've seen plenty of popular video games adapted into anime shows, but one that you might have missed is The World Ends With You. Based on the 2007 Nintendo DS game, The World Ends With You: The ...14 hours ago -
Tech - Wired
Six-Word Sci-Fi: Stories Written by You
Here's this month's prompt, how to submit, and an illustrated archive of past favorites.14 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Tampa mayor: If you stay in evacuation area, ‘you are going to die’
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor is warning residents ahead of Hurricane Milton’s landfall that if they stay in the evacuation area, they will die. “The No. 1 message, as it has been for several days now, ...15 hours ago -
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3 reasons behind the rise in breast cancer, including some you can control
There's a troubling rise in breast cancer in women under the age of 50, an American Cancer Society report shows, but there are things you can do to help lower your risk. 15 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
The left has a Soros problem, but not the one you think
The right has done everything in its power to make “Soros-backed” an epithet aimed at silencing progressives.18 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
A Florida Poll That Should Change the Way You Look at the Election
A big Trump lead in the state paradoxically adds to evidence of a smaller Electoral College edge for him. And a choice by pollsters may be causing them to miss state shifts.20 hours ago - Florida -
Sports - ESPN
Kayla Harrison and Julianna Peña rise with big wins
Two championships changed hands at UFC 306, bringing volatility to ESPN's rankings.21 hours ago -
Tech - VentureBeat
CareYaya’s QuikTok is AI phone companion for lonely aging adults
CareYaya Health Technologies has launched QuikTok, an AI phone companion targeted at lonely older adults.21 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Bunting, bobbies and Doctor Who phone boxes: Dinard, the French film festival that’s mad for Britain
Every autumn, a seaside resort in Brittany hosts a charming festival that celebrates only low-budget, independent British and Irish films. Is this a curious case for Poirot?. Cannes may be the home ...21 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Business - MarketWatch
Want to be rich enough for the Forbes 400? The stock market won’t get you there.
Stock investing is how you keep wealth — not how you make it.21 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Rising global temperatures fuel extreme rainfall
Wetter than average conditions see some areas experience months’ worth of rain in just a few days, says Copernicus22 hours ago -
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Scotland's population rising at fastest rate since 1940s
The main driver of population growth was people moving to Scotland from other parts of the UK and abroad.23 hours ago -
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Yes, you can buy gift cards on sale during Prime Day
Save $10 on $50 Amazon gift cards this October Prime Day 2024 — perfect for holiday gifting. Snag discounted gift cards for yourself, friends or family.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
iPhone 16 Pro review: Apple levels up its smaller ‘pro’ phone
Bigger screen, new camera control button, 5x optical zoom and faster chips squeeze flagship features into smaller frame. Apple has upgraded the iPhone 16 Pro by adding the 5x zoom camera from the ...Yesterday - Apple -
Top stories - The New York Times
So, Are You Pregnant Yet? China’s In-Your-Face Push for More Babies.
The government is again trying to insert itself into women’s childbearing decisions, knocking on doors and making calls with questions some find downright invasive.Yesterday - China -
Business - Financial Times
‘You only go to the party if everyone is going’: finance bosses to skip COP29
Business expectations lowered for summit to be held in Baku next monthYesterday -
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Where to invest in gold as the price rises
Want to add gold to your investment portfolio? Here are some of the top options for buying it as the price climbs.Yesterday -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Good News if You Want to Look ‘Demure’
Many brands in their spring 2025 collections offered ladylike alternatives to the flashy and revealing clothing that has proliferated in recent years.Yesterday -
Business - The New York Times
Oil Prices Rise as Mideast Crisis Intensifies
The threat of an escalating conflict between Israel and Iran has created an “extraordinarily precarious” global situation, sowing alarm about the potential economic fallout.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
FCC Lets Starlink Connect Directly to Phones in Disaster-Hit Areas
Elon Musk’s space-based internet satellites got special permission to act as cell phone towers in the sky, connecting people in blacked-out areas of North Carolina as they begin post-storm recovery ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Asheville small businesses: You will recover
If you're a small-business owner in Asheville, unfortunately, you're reeling right now.Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Week 6 pickups: You have injuries. You have bye weeks. We have answers
Andy Behrens knows your lineups might need an extra boost this week. The good news is there are useful players likely available on your waiver wire.Yesterday -
Tech - GameSpot
Silent Hill 2 Remake Gives You A Trophy For Trying To Turn Back
If you played the original Silent Hill 2 or if you're familiar with the story, then it's easy to understand why the game's leading man, James Sunderland, might have some second thoughts about ...Yesterday -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
One of the Biggest AI Boomtowns Is Rising in a Tech-Industry Backwater
Blackstone and TikTok’s parent are among the companies investing in data centers in a Malaysian state better known for its palm-oil plantations.Yesterday