A record 9 lawmakers are vying to become Japan's leader, with pledges of change and stronger defense
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The New York Times - World
Methane Levels Still Rising, Despite Global Methane Pledge
Satellite data shows the U.S. releasing more and more of the potent greenhouse gas into the atmosphere, researchers said, despite pledges to cut back.43 minutes ago -
ABC News - World
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen visits flood-stricken region in Europe and pledges billions of euros in swift aid
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen visits flood-stricken region in Europe and pledges billions of euros in swift aid1 hour ago - European Union -
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The Hill - Politics
GOP lawmaker: 'It doesn't feel safe right now to be in politics'
Florida Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R) said in a Wednesday interview on NewsNation's "Cuomo" that she is more concerned with her safety as a member of Congress than when she served in the military, ...3 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
French woman outraged by defense suggestion she consented to mass rape
Gisèle Pelicot, 72, struck a defiant note during her testimony Wednesday as defense lawyers raised doubts about whether she was fully unconscious during the alleged rapes by dozens of men over a ...4 hours ago -
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The Hill - Politics
Trump, Harris give lawmakers whiplash with costly campaign promises
Former President Trump and Vice President Harris are offering a flurry of ideas on spending and taxes that are fueling concerns on Capitol Hill that there's no end in sight for huge annual ...8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Lawmakers point fingers after apparent assassination attempt against Trump
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are pointing fingers over whether heated political rhetoric is contributing to violence in the wake of Sunday’s apparent assassination attempt on former President Trump. ...8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - World
9/18: CBS Evening News
Federal Reserve enacts first rate cut since 2020; NASA’s “Hidden Figures” awarded Congressional Gold Medal9 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Harris Had Stronger Debate, Polls Find, but the Race Remains Deadlocked
Kamala Harris holds an edge over Donald J. Trump in the battleground state of Pennsylvania. But new surveys found that the race remains a tossup nationally.9 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Lawmakers demand an end to 'sham' transaction fees on school lunches
A group of senators has demanded that U.S. officials prohibit transaction fees on school meal accounts.9 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Lawyers question whether a drugged French woman was truly unconscious during alleged rapes
Lawyers for some of the men accused of raping an unconscious French woman who had been drugged by her husband have asked her about her habits, personality and sex life, and even questioned whether ...10 hours ago -
ABC News - World
North Korea's Kim is bolstering nuclear and conventional weapons after testing 2 types of missiles
North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has supervised successful tests of two types of missiles as he ordered officials to bolster up his country’s military capabilities to repel U.S.-led threats12 hours ago - North Korea -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Former High School Classmates Finally Become Sweethearts
Austin Mills and Taylor Mills both attended Beverly Hills High School in Beverly Hills, Calif., but didn’t connect until years later at a Los Angeles nightclub.16 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Craigslist founder Craig Newmark makes $100 million cybersecurity pledge
Craigslist founder says the U.S. is in the midst of a cyberwar and "the fight is on our own shores."22 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Charlie Puth marries Brooke Sansone in Montecito, with the couple pledging 'Us, forever'
In a ceremony at his family home in Montecito, Charlie Puth and Brooke Sansone tied the knot earlier this month, then made the nuptials Instagram-official.22 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
A decade later, 'The Babadook' is still with us, stronger than ever in memes
We check in with Australian director Jennifer Kent about her horror breakthrough, now 10 years old but still the stuff of nightmares and unlikely empowerment.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Craigslist Founder Pledges $100 Million to Boost U.S. Cybersecurity
Donation brings Craig Newmark’s charitable commitments to around $400 million.Yesterday -
ABC News - World
North Korea test-fired ballistic missiles in latest military display, neighbors say
South Korea and Japan’s militaries say North Korea had test-fired multiple ballistic missilesYesterday - North Korea -
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.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Japan faces labor shortages and demographic crisis as elderly population hits record high
Japan's number of people aged 65 and over has reached a record high, cementing it as the worlds most elderly country, according to government statistics.Yesterday - Japan -
The New York Times - World
Israel’s Netanyahu Considers Firing Defense Minister Gallant in Government Shakeup
Dismissing the minister, Yoav Gallant, would remove a frequent critic of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a time of mounting tensions with Hezbollah.Yesterday - Israel -
CNBC - Business
Harris pledges to 'earn the vote' of Black men, as Trump makes gains
Vice President Kamala Harris cited proposals like a small business tax deduction and eliminating medical debt from credit scores in a pitch to Black voters.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
9/17: The Daily Report with John Dickerson
John Dickerson reports on the growing investigations into the apparent attempted assassination of former President Trump, new settings on Instagram designed to protect teenage users, and what's at ...Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Japan’s defense ministry says North Korea has test-fired a ballistic missile
Japan’s defense ministry says North Korea has test-fired a ballistic missileYesterday - North Korea -
CBS Sports - Sports
Bayern Munich notch record-breaking Champions League win but have yet to address defensive issues
Bayern Munich became the first team to score nine goals in a Champions League matchYesterday - UEFA Champions League -
ABC News - Sports
Harry Kane scores 4 goals in Bayern's 9-2 rout of Zagreb and breaks a record that Wayne Rooney held
Harry Kane has scored four goals as he broke a record set by Wayne Rooney for the most goals by an English player in the Champions LeagueYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Senate Armed Services Committee to hold UFO hearing
The Senate Armed Services Committee is looking to hold a UFO hearing after the November elections, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand’s (D-N.Y.) office confirmed to The Hill. The hearing announcement follows ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
Texas lawmakers show bipartisan support to try to stop a man's execution
A group of Texas lawmakers urge Gov. Abbott, state board to halt an execution.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Netanyahu Allies Make the Case for Firing Israel's Defense Minister
Sacking Yoav Gallant would remove the anchor of Israel’s relationship with the U.S. and a fierce advocate of a cease-fire in Gaza.Yesterday - Israel -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Fantasy Football Week 3 Rankings: Defense
The fantasy football experts of Yahoo Fantasy reveal their Week 3 defense rankings to kick off the 2024 season.2 days ago - Fantasy Football -
NBC News - Top stories
Japan celebrates record Emmy success for ‘Shogun’ as cultural win
Japan’s government and people cheered the record trophy haul for period drama “Shogun” at the Emmy Awards as yet another win for their history and culture.2 days ago - Japan -
CBS News - Top stories
9/16: The Daily Report with John Dickerson
John Dickerson reports on the status of the investigation into Sunday's apparent assassination attempt against former President Trump, TikTok's appeal as it faces a possible ban in the U.S., and ...2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
6 things from MLB's weekend: Yankees look stronger than ever
The Yankees and Tigers earned statement wins this weekend, while the Dodgers and Mets dealt with more injuries.3 days ago - MLB -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Giants need dramatic change to avoid becoming embarrassment after loss to Commanders
The Giants' defense didn’t allow a touchdown while their offense scored three on Sunday. They still lost, 21-18, to the Washington Commanders.3 days ago - NFL -