200 Years Later, Still Trying to Define the Midwest
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How the legend of the Four Horsemen was born -- and why it lives on 100 years later
The story of Notre Dame lore, featuring Knute Rockne, Grantland Rice, a movie classic, a monthlong train ride and a lasting legacy.52 minutes ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
200 Years Later, Still Trying to Define the Midwest
From the geographic boundaries to the values and friendliness, people have debated what defines the region essentially since it was labeled the Midwest. It has taken on a renewed urgency this ...1 hour ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Harris will campaign with the Obamas later this month in Georgia and Michigan
Vice President Kamala Harris is getting ready for her first campaign appearances with Barack and Michelle Obama this month in Georgia and Michigan4 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
I’m 63, retired and getting $45,000 per year. But I only have about $200,000 in my IRA and still have a mortgage. What’s my move?
Have an issue with your financial adviser or considering a new one? Email questions or concerns to picks@marketwatch.com.5 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Desperate learner drivers buying scam tests for £200
Figures released by the DVSA show learner drivers are waiting up to six months for a test in the south.9 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Home Office hires 200 staff to clear huge backlog of UK modern slavery cases
More than 23,000 files were left open by the last government, says minister, with delays of up to four years in assigning victim status. The Home Office has recruited 200 staff to clear a backlog ...9 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
Iran foreign minister visits Egypt as leaders try to contain regional war
Middle East officials step up diplomatic effort as Israel says it killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar in strike on Gaza21 hours ago - Iran -
Business - Financial Times
UK plans to place ‘buy now, pay later’ lenders under FCA rules
New regulation would allow finance watchdog to apply tests on affordability22 hours ago - United Kingdom -
World - ABC News
International experts say Gaza is still at risk of famine after more than a year of war
International experts say Gaza is still at risk of famine after more than a year of warYesterday -
Business - CNBC
Uncovering the mysterious side of art pricing. ‘Everyone’s trying to make money’
Galleries don't always display prices, making the art world mysterious, or possibly even "shady," according to some insiders.Yesterday -
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Business - Inc.
Trump Contends His Economic Policies Won’t Increase Federal Debt
In an interview with Bloomberg News, the GOP candidate denied his tariff plans would hike the deficit by $7.5 trillion, a widely accepted forecast among economists.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Business - Inc.
Walgreens Will Close 1,200 Stores as Pharmacies Try to Define a New Role
Drugstores are suffering in the post-pandemic retail arena, and are increasingly becoming ‘destinations to nowhere.’Yesterday -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
The Death of Main Streets Across America---and the People Trying to Save Them
It takes a lot of optimism—and the help of the community. But here are some people who have tried.Yesterday -
Sports - The New York Times
100 Years Later, the Inaugural Negro Leagues World Series Is Still a Hit
The event was so loaded with dramatic play and stellar pitching that an unexpected 10th game was added to decide a champion.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Woodward compares Putin to Hitler, says Russian leader 'trying to play' Trump
Veteran journalist and author Bob Woodward compared Russian President Vladimir Putin to Nazi leader Adolf Hitler, claiming Putin is “trying to play” former President Trump, putting the U.S. in ...2 days ago - Russia -
Business - MarketWatch
Ulta Beauty unveils $3 billion share buyback program and plans to open 200 new stores in next three years
Ulta Beauty Inc. announced a new $3 billion share buyback authorization on Wednesday and said it plans to open 200 new stores over the next three years.2 days ago -
Tech - GameSpot
XDefiant Is Not Shutting Down, Executive Producer Says, Year 2 Still Planned
After rumors surfaced of a potential shutdown for Ubisoft's free-to-play shooter XDefiant , the game's executive producer, Mark Rubin, says the leak is not true and that Year 2 content is still ...2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
As Bills and Jets show Jerry Jones what ‘all in’ means, Cowboys owner grapples with team's uncertain outlook
Don't expect the Cowboys to make a splashy midseason trade like we've seen from other teams. Jones made it clear in his angry radio rant he thinks he's got the team to turn things around.2 days ago - NFL -
Business - CNBC
Tom Brady and partner Tom Wagner to pay over $200 million for stake in Las Vegas Raiders
Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion, will own 10% of the Las Vegas Raiders along with his business partner.2 days ago - NFL -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Yankees chase Guardians ace Tanner Bibee early, secure 6-3 win for 2-0 ALCS series lead
The series shifts to Cleveland with the Guardians in desperate need of a victory.2 days ago - MLB -
Top stories - CBS News
Search for missing Native American woman continues years later
Jermain Charlo, who grew up on the Flathead Reservation in Montana, vanished on June 15, 2018. A lot has changed, but one thing has not — her family and the community's desire for justice.2 days ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
How the U.S. Is Trying to Challenge China's Cobalt Chokehold
Talks over mining company Chemaf in Congo are part of a push by the Biden administration to secure global supplies of a metal used in everything from jet fighters and drones to electric-vehicle ...2 days ago - China -
Top stories - The New York Times
Harris Is Trying to Retain Black Voters’ Support
Also, the U.S. gave Israel an ultimatum on Gaza aid. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Councillor guilty of trying to murder wife
Darren Brown stabbed his wife three times in their home as she tried to comfort her baby.3 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Ann Patchett: The Decision I Made 30 Years Ago That I Still Regret
What was email but the chance for more friends, more love, more work?3 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Tom Brady and partner Tom Wagner to pay over $200 million for stake in Las Vegas Raiders
National Football League owners approved Tom Brady as a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday.3 days ago - NFL -
Business - MarketWatch
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick is still trying to sell his $3.35 million Tribeca condo
Kaepernick has cut $100,000 from the price of his New York City condo, six months after putting it on the market.3 days ago -
World - ABC News
A pastry brought to Mexico by British miners is still popular after 200 years
Back in the 19th century, migrant miners from Cornwall, in the southwest of England, brought their pastries to the Mexican mining town of Real del Monte3 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Dow adds 200 points for first close above 43,000
The S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose to fresh records Monday as investors awaited the next batch of key corporate earnings.3 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Delta cancels meal service on more than 200 flights over food safety issue
Delta scrapped meal service from hundreds of flights over weekend due to safety issue at food production facility.3 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
The NBA's parity era is here, with 6 champions in 6 years. Now Boston will try to buck that trend
There's never been an era in NBA history where it’s been harder to win back-to-back titles4 days ago -
Business - Inc.
SpaceX Pulls Off Midair Catch of Starship Rocket on First Try
What can your company learn from SpaceX’s remarkable engineering success? Think like a startup and move fast, get things wrong, try again, while ignoring the critics.4 days ago - SpaceX -
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World - The Guardian
Uber ate my money, but it won’t listen when I try to complain
You can give up trying to make contact, even when it involves reporting suspected fraud. Uber and Uber Eats debited seven unauthorised payments, totalling more than £100, from my debit card. I ...4 days ago -
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Top stories - BBC News
‘Try or die’ - one man’s determination to get to the Canary Islands
BBC Africa Eye is told that a migrant dies trying to reach the beaches of the Spanish archipelago every 45 minutes.4 days ago -
Politics - CBS News
Harris, Trump try to shore up support with key voting blocs
Vice President Kamala Harris on Sunday was on the campaign trail in North Carolina, which is still recovering from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Former President Trump meanwhile was in ...4 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - BBC News
200-1 outsider De Decker stuns Humphries to win World Grand Prix
Mike de Decker causes a huge upset as he beats defending champion Luke Humphries 6-4 to win the World Grand Prix title.4 days ago