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MarketWatch - Business
New-home construction posts biggest increase in 6 months
Construction on new U.S. homes rose 9.6% in August, the Commerce Department said Wednesday.1 hour ago -
Financial Times - World
Westminster’s big two and the new race for political space
The UK’s duopoly of Labour and Conservatives has never looked more vulnerable3 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
5 mysteries to read this fall
Books from Michael Connelly, Ragnar Jónasson and Julia Dahl are among the must-read mysteries for fall.4 hours ago -
ABC News - World
A student attending a Japanese school in China is attacked and a suspect is in custody
Officials say a 10-year-old student attending a Japanese school in southern China has been attacked and a suspect is in custody5 hours ago - China -
CBS News - Top stories
9/17: CBS Evening News
Hundreds of pagers explode in Lebanon and Syria; World War I memorial unveiled in Washington, D.C.10 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
English village becomes flashpoint for Labour’s data centres push
Plans for facility on greenbelt land stokes tensions among local community10 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki 'surprised and disappointed' by board resignations: Read the memo
In a memo to employees on Tuesday, 23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki said the company will search for new directors.11 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Chevron boss blames Biden for pushing up energy prices
Mike Wirth says White House’s ‘attacks’ on natural gas threaten energy security for US allies13 hours ago - Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Business
Biden Administration Extends Review Period for Nippon Takeover of U.S. Steel
U.S. Steel’s chief, David Burritt, expressed confidence on Tuesday that the sale of the American manufacturer to a Japanese owner would close “on its merits” despite bipartisan backlash.13 hours ago - Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Top stories
NYC School Workers’ Families Took Disney Trip Meant for Homeless Students
New York City school employees took their children or grandchildren to Disney World and other places through a program intended for homeless students, investigators found.14 hours ago -
ABC News - Health
Senate Republicans again block legislation to guarantee women's rights to IVF
Republicans have blocked for a second time this year legislation to establish a nationwide right to in vitro fertilization, arguing that the vote is an election-year stunt after Democrats forced a ...14 hours ago - Republican Party -
The Guardian - World
Ukraine war briefing: Blinken briefed on Kyiv’s plan to push Russia to end war
Zelenskiy expected to present plan to UN general assembly next week; Microsoft says Russia behind Harris disinformation. What we know on day 938. See all our Ukraine war coverage US secretary ...14 hours ago - Ukraine -
MarketWatch - Business
I’m 20 years older than my wife, who is 53. If she claims Social Security benefits early, will it affect her widow’s benefit?
“Her own benefits are lower than what she would get under my benefits.”16 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Hunter Biden asks to push back gun sentencing a few weeks
Hunter Biden, the president’s son, on Tuesday asked the judge overseeing his criminal gun case to push back his upcoming sentencing by a few weeks. Biden asked to move the scheduled Nov. 13 date ...17 hours ago - Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Top stories
Yale, Princeton, Duke Are Questioned Over Decline in Asian Students
The legal group that won a Supreme Court case that ended race-based college admissions suggested it might sue schools where the percentage of Asian students fell.17 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The size of the Fed’s interest-rate cut — 25 vs. 50 basis points — doesn’t matter as much for your wallet as this other key decision
It’s the biggest question on Wall Street: How big will the Fed’s rate cut be? For most Americans, the difference between 25 and 50 basis points will be ‘practically nothing’ — at least at first.19 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Obama goes to TikTok to push voter registration
Former President Obama is pulling out all the stops on National Voter Registration Day to expand the Democratic Party's reach, including appealing to younger voters through a partnership with ...20 hours ago - Tiktok -
ABC News - World
Puerto Rico officials reject request to extend voter registration deadline
Officials in Puerto Rico rejected a petition to extend a voter registration deadline following an outcry over long lines formed by those seeking to participate in this year’s general election20 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Senate to vote again on IVF fertility protections in election-year push
The Senate will vote for the second time this year on legislation to establish a nationwide right for in vitro fertilization21 hours ago -
ABC News - Sports
Stanley Cup champion Panthers agree to extend arena deal with Broward County through at least 2033
The Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers are extending their operating agreement with Broward County for five more years, ensuring that the team remains in the market through 2033 and likely well ...21 hours ago - NHL -
ABC News - Entertainment
Apple Podcasts – Top New Shows
Apple Podcasts charts for week ending Sept. 1622 hours ago - Apple -
ABC News - Top stories
LIVE: ABC News Live
24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events22 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Barcelona's new third kit inspired by women's team
Barcelona's latest kit stands as a minty green ode to the success of their women's team.22 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
NASCAR Crash Course: Cinderella stories push championship hunt aside at Watkins Glen
A record-low two top-10 finishers at Watkins Glen were playoff drivers23 hours ago - NASCAR -
The Hill - Politics
Corporate greed doesn’t need a boost from ‘anti-ESG’ politicians
Republicans are attempting to demonize environmental, social and governance practices in investing.23 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
A push toward sustainable jet fuel is leaving investors with unanswered questions
"The truth is, it's going to be more expensive, you can't really sugarcoat that," one producer said.23 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Could Red Sox promote Roman Anthony for playoff push? Plus more prospects who could make MLB debut this season
The season is winding down, which could give some prospects an easy introduction to the majorsYesterday - MLB -
Inc. - Business
Report: More Than 4 Million Older Workers Have Left the Workforce Since 2020
The silver tsunami is already making waves. And businesses in the trade and service industries will soon find it even harder to find workers, according to a new report.Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Casualties in Myanmar push Southeast Asia's death toll from Typhoon Yagi past 500
State media in Myanmar reported that floods and landslides triggered by last week’s Typhoon Yagi and seasonal monsoon rains have claimed at least 226 lives, with 77 people missingYesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Inquiry reveals new details of serial killer's death
Peter Tobin had multiple health issues after falling and breaking his leg in his cell at HMP Edinburgh.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
How Crossfit Became the New Power Lunch
Two-hour leisurely lunches are over. Today, sweat networking reigns as the power move for hard-charging entrepreneurs.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
‘This flies in the face of my morals and ethics’: My father cut my sisters out of his six-figure estate. Should I push back?
“Although there is time for him to change his mind, my dad is a stubborn man.”Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Ten new signings to watch in the Women's Super League
BBC Sport picks out 10 new Women's Super League players who you should keep an eye on in the 2024-25 season.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Meta Deepens Smart Glasses Push With EssilorLuxottica Deal
Meta Platforms struck a new long-term agreement with Ray-Ban maker EssilorLuxottica, deepening a push into smart eyewear as the tech giant starts to roll out artificial-intelligence features.Yesterday - Meta -
BBC News - Top stories
Sean 'Diddy' Combs arrested in New York City
The rapper's attorney, Marc Agnifilo, said they were "disappointed" by the arrest and his client was an "innocent man".Yesterday - New York -
The Hill - Politics
Sean 'Diddy' Combs arrested in New York after indictment
Federal prosecutors are set to announce the charges Tuesday when the indictment is unsealed.Yesterday - New York -