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Top stories - BBC News
£2k painting revealed as masterpiece worth £300k
The artwork is authenticated as a long-lost work by Canadian impressionist Helen McNicoll.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Middle East crisis live: Beirut strikes reportedly target Nasrallah successor; 18 killed in Israeli strike on West Bank, officials say
Target in Lebanese capital thought to be Hashem Safieddine, say Israeli media reports; Palestinian media say death toll largest in single West Bank attack in 24 years . Lebanon’s ambassador to the ...Yesterday - Israel -
World - Financial Times
‘Screaming into a hurricane’: the fall of India’s most valuable start-up Byju’s
Edtech company’s legal battles from Delaware to Bengaluru have exposed corporate governance issuesYesterday -
World - Financial Times
Fresh spaces add cachet for Hong Kong’s auction scene
Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Bonhams are following Phillips into swisher sites, with architect-designed buildings that allow for different sales formatsYesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Reds hire Terry Francona as manager one year after he stepped down from Guardians
Francona, 65, is apparently feeling better. His MLB exit was presented as a retirement amid health concerns. He went as far as saying that he didn't see himself managing again, though he left some ...Yesterday - MLB -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Watch now: Fantasy Football Live is back for Week 5
Our experts cover the breaking news, important injuries and help managers set winning lineups. Participate in the show by using the hashtag #askFFL.2 days ago - Fantasy Football -
Top stories - NBC News
From missile batteries to oil refineries to nuclear labs, Israel could hit a wide range of targets in Iran
Israel, which has vowed to retaliate for an Iranian missile barrage, could hit a wide range of targets in Iran, including missile batteries, command and intelligence centers, oil infrastructure and ...2 days ago - Iran -
Top stories - ABC News
Uber driver rescued 12 hours after plunging into ravine
Firefighters rescued an Uber driver on Wednesday afternoon after her car plunged into a ravine in Spokane Valley, Washington.2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
OpenAI gets $4 billion revolving credit line, giving it more than $10 billion in liquidity
On top of its latest funding round, OpenAI has put a $4 billion revolving credit line in place — bringing its total liquidity to more than $10 billion.2 days ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Getting Old Never Looked So Ugly
“The Substance” figures in the long line of movies about what you might call menopausal derangement syndrome — the ostensibly crazy-making tragedy of a woman living past 50.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Oil prices turn higher for the year on risks to crude flow in the Middle East
Oil futures finished higher for a third straight session on Thursday, prompting prices to turn higher for the year, as traders awaited Israel’s response to a missile barrage earlier this week by ...2 days ago -
Tech - The New York Times
OpenAI Adds $4 Billion Credit Line on Top of $6.6 Billion Investment Round
The San Francisco company is gathering the billions its executives believe they will need to continue building new A.I. technology.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Are 1-ounce gold bars worth investing in as prices rise?
Gold bars have been a smart bet for much of 2024, but do they make sense now? Here's what to know.2 days ago -
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Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. ticks up to 6.12%, first increase in 7 weeks
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose to 6.12% this week, the first increase in seven weeks2 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Steelers' Aaron Shampklin reveals he worked as substitute teacher while waiting for NFL opportunity
The newly promoted running back recorded his first carry of the season this past weekend2 days ago - NFL -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. economy speeds up as ISM survey hits 1 1/2-year high. Businesses aren’t gung-ho, though.
The service side of the economy grew in September at the fastest pace in a year and a half, a new survey found, signaling the U.S. is in no danger of recession.2 days ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Aaron Judge Had a ‘Terrible’ Swing. Now He’s Baseball’s Best Hitter.
Judge struck out in 50 percent of his at-bats as a rookie. The next season, he hit 52 home runs.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Expert on financial advice to help parents save money
In her new weekly segment on "CBS Mornings Plus," Jill Schlesinger offers valuable financial advice to help parents save money.2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Poland's government will toughen a ban on alcohol sales to those under 18 years old
Poland’s government is introducing regulations that will toughen the ban on alcohol sale to those under 18 years old and prohibit the sale of alcohol at filling stations at night2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Here's how to improve the way Congress works
The House Rules Committee held a hearing on proposed rules changes for the 119th Congress, with Rep. Derek Kilmer recommending non-policy bipartisan retreats and planning meetings to foster trust ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Van Gogh is turning in his grave at the harsh Just Stop Oil sentence. I know, because I spoke to him | Nadya Tolokonnikova
Nature was the painter’s ultimate muse, and he would have admired those seeking to protect it. Nadya Tolokonnikova is the creator of the feminist art collective Pussy Riot and former political ...2 days ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Star Citizen Dev Is Forcing Employees To Work Seven Days A Week - Report
For a game that's still technically in pre-release early access, Star Citizen has amassed a large following and its own annual convention, CitizenCon. But even though the full release isn't on ...2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
"48 Hours" show schedule: A summer of crime time double features
True crime. Real justice. To miss it would be a crime.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘I won’t believe it until I see it happen’: Could a ban on sea farms save Canada’s salmon?
A row over sea life, lice and livelihoods is dividing communities as the government plans to end open-net pen farming in British Columbian waters. On a clear August morning, Skookum John manoeuvres ...2 days ago -
Health - The New York Times
Trump Promised to Release His Medical Records. He Still Won’t Do It.
If elected again, he would become the oldest president by the end of his term. Yet he is refusing to disclose even basic health information.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - ABC News
Brewers' 20-year-old rookie Jackson Chourio stepping up his game in postseason
That $82 million contract Jackson Chourio signed before ever playing a major league game looks like more and more of a bargain with every swing the Milwaukee Brewers rookie takes this postseason2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Former Singaporean cabinet minister sentenced to a year in prison after he pleaded guilty to receiving illegal gifts
Former Singaporean cabinet minister sentenced to a year in prison after he pleaded guilty to receiving illegal gifts2 days ago