All aboard the sparkling railway breaking new ground for East Africa

World - Yahoo News - October 24

Breaking down the candidates' ground game in the battleground states

Both candidates are pushing hard to reach undecided voters in the seven battleground states. Robert Costa takes a look at the campaigns' ground games.

East Africa leads Africa’s economic growth despite public discontent

World - Yahoo News - October 28

A playwright in Africa hopes to break the cultural silence on rape

African playwright and actor Oliva Ouedraogo's “Queen” depicts the fictional journey of a girl who is raped by her stepfather on the night of his marriage to her mother, and decides to speak out ...

Entertainment - ABC News - October 24

In Russia's shadow: The Baltics wait for Europe's strategic new railway

Building the link to western Europe has become more urgent as the Baltics see Russia as a threat.

The New Investment Superpower Outflanking China and the U.S. in Africa

The tiny United Arab Emirates has invested billions in east Africa, where it is now emerging as a significant player, at times muscling out China and annoying the U.S.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

Saudi Arabia breaks ground on $50B Mukaab, the ‘world’s largest building’ — which can hold 20 Empire State Buildings

World - Yahoo News - October 25

HSBC east-west overhaul reignites break-up debate

Top 20 shareholder calls for bank to consider total split

Business - Financial Times - October 23

The G.O.P. Gained Ground in New York in 2022. Can Democrats Recover?

Democrats still hold supermajorities in both chambers of the State Legislature, but Republicans are hoping to keep the momentum from the 2022 midterms.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 2

Leon Bridges on new album, tour and staying grounded in Texas roots

Touring his new album "Leon," singer-songwriter Leon Bridges talks with Anthony Mason about his music, his connection to Texas and the power of staying grounded.

Tens of thousands crowd New Zealand's Parliament grounds in support of Māori rights

As tens of thousands of marchers thronged the streets in New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, the column of people, flags aloft, had the air of a festival or a parade rather than a protest

World - ABC News - 2 days ago

'We booked a £99 stargazing break - all we got was an empty field'

A sophisticated scam promising a night in a stargazing dome in North Yorkshire catches people out.

Putting Some Sparkle Into Holiday Hair

Do-it-yourself kits and salon gift certificates are available to create what many call fairy hair.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12

The Middle East Drug Fueling War, Crime and All-Night Parties

Captagon is bringing in billions for Syria’s Assad regime and Iran-backed militias including Hezbollah—and it’s triggering a health crisis.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 27

'All eyes on Middle East at pivotal time after Hull’s Saudi win'

After Charley Hull's sensational win in Saudi Arabia last week, golf fans should maintain their attention on events both off and on the course in the Middle East, writes Iain Carter.

NFL midseason grades: AFC East is all Ds except for Bills

Here's how the Bills, Jets, Dolphins and Patriots are grading out at the halfway point.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 6

Middle East crisis live: France sees ‘window’ to end wars in Gaza and Lebanon after Trump victory

France’s foreign minister cites Donald Trump’s desire to see end of ‘Middle East’s endless wars’. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson has said the presidential election result in the US is a ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Good News: NFL launches program to expand recruiting efforts in Africa

With the help of a Super Bowl champion, the NFL is stepping up efforts to recruit players from Africa and to expand its audience on the continent. NBC News' Zinhle Essamuah spoke with one NFL ...

Record-breaking runner stars in New York Marathon

Lloyd Martin, who has Down's syndrome, runs the New York Marathon after a record-breaking London run.

Shedeur Sanders, Shilo Sanders commit to East-West Shrine Bowl; Colorado breaks event record with six players

April's 2025 NFL Draft will take place in Green Bay, Wisconsin

Sports - CBS Sports - 23 hours ago

Best 5 Soda Makers for Sparkling Water (2024)

These are the best bubblers we've found for fresh carbonation at a moment's notice.

Tech - Wired - November 2

UConn coach Geno Auriemma breaks NCAA wins record, getting 1,217th career victory

Geno Auriemma soaked in the moment

Sports - ABC News - 10 hours ago

All the Top New Features in MacOS Sequoia

Apple Intelligence for the Mac is here via macOS 15.1. Here’s how to install it, get new features, and figure out whether your current Mac will support the latest capabilities.

Tech - Wired - October 28

Introducing the All-New ‘Inc. Read of the Week’ Newsletter

Sign up for our latest newsletter to get the inside story from Inc.’s team of award-winning journalists about their coverage of founders, entrepreneurship, and the hottest breakthroughs in ...

Business - Inc. - 5 days ago

Gold prices break a new record, but may be near a peak

Gold topped $2,800 an ounce for the first time ever on Wednesday, but one analyst warned that the upward movement for prices may be “limited” going forward as strength in Treasury bond yields is a ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

NBC’s Steve Kornacki breaks down final NBC News poll

The final NBC News poll before Election Day shows the race between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris is tied at 49%. NBC News National Political Correspondent Steve ...

Nvidia may break its beat-and-raise streak, but there’s good news for investors

Nvidia’s outlook for the January quarter may not wow Wall Street when the company posts earnings next week. But Mizuho analysts see bright prospects for later next year.

Business - MarketWatch - November 12

Half of New Jersey wildfire contained as other fires break out

The Jennings Creek Fire in New Jersey has burned nearly 4,300 acres. It's about half contained as firefighters have performed controlled burns, getting rid of dry vegetation that could otherwise ...

No relegation break clause in Pep Guardiola’s new Manchester City deal

Guardiola agrees to extend City stay until summer 2026 Deal not void if City demoted over 100-plus charges Pep Guardiola’s new one-year contract with Manchester City does not contain a break ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

UK identifies 4 cases of new mpox variant, the first cluster outside Africa

British health officials say they have identified four cases of the new, more infectious version of mpox that first emerged in Congo, marking the first time the variant has caused a cluster of ...

Health - ABC News - November 6

UK identifies 4 cases of new mpox variant, the 1st cluster outside Africa

British health officials say they have identified four cases of the new, more infectious version of mpox that first emerged in Congo, marking the first time the variant has caused a cluster of ...

World - ABC News - November 6

Photos show damage aboard Royal Caribbean cruise rocked by rough winds

The Explorer of the Seas was traveling from Barcelona, Spain to Miami, Florida, when it was struck by a strong wind gust.

A new push to wind down the Middle East wars faces familiar challenges

The United States and other mediators are ramping up efforts to halt the wars in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip

World - ABC News - October 30

'Appreciate y'all, New York': Giants handed Eagles Saquon — and the NFC East

The Giants didn't want to pay Barkley, so their rivals were happy to swoop in to add him. On Thursday, he made all the difference in a win over Washington.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

Fourteen dead in Serbia railway station canopy collapse

The outdoor canopy fell on people sitting on benches below in Serbia's second city Novi Sad.

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