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Biden Administration Sprints to Tie Up Tech Loose Ends
Regulators are working around the clock to cement four years of tech policy ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Donald J. Trump.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
6 Mountains Where You Can Ski for $100 or Less
The average price of a single-day lift ticket at a destination ski resort in the U.S. is $250, but there are plenty of smaller areas where getting on the slopes is much cheaper.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
The Netanyahu Corruption Trial, Explained
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel took the stand on Tuesday. Here’s what to know about the trial.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Aidan O'Connell injury update: Raiders QB dealing with bone bruise in knee, may play in Week 15, per report
MRI results reportedly confirm O'Connell avoided a serious injuryCBS Sports - Dec. 9 -
Crowds Throng to Syria’s Sednaya Prison to Find Relatives and Friends
The Assad regime ran a network of torture centers that swallowed up tens of thousands of Syrians. Now that the rebels have opened the gates, many see a chance to learn of the detainees’ fates.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Treasury Department may fine small businesses $10,000 or more if they don't file this new report
The Corporate Transparency Act requires many businesses to file data about their "beneficial owners" by Jan. 1. But the rule is being challenged in court.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
U.S. can become a crypto superpower with 'sensible' regulation, Eric Trump says
Speaking to CNBC's Dan Murphy in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Eric Trump said Monday that he'd been a "big fan of crypto for a long time."CNBC - Dec. 9 -
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Inside Ukraine's Battle for the Skies as Russian Bombardments Hit Records
Moscow fired four times as many drones and missiles this fall as it did the previous year, according to a Wall Street Journal analysis.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9 -
As Syrian Government Loses Control, the Skies Above Go Quiet
For years, people lived in terror of airstrikes by Syrian and Russian planes that helped keep the country’s authoritarian leader in power.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
Elon Musk’s rumoured $100m donation may just fuel a fresh look at UK political funding
Though denied, the mere fact a foreign billionaire could chuck so much money at one party might just spur rule changes. Elon Musk has denied he is gearing up to chuck $100m at Nigel Farage’s Reform ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
Crowds gather in Damascus after rebels declare city 'free'
Rebel forces say they have captured Damascus and that President Assad has fled the Syrian capital.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
UK regulators urged to make City firms report data on ‘class ceiling’
Letter from campaigners calls for mandatory reporting of socio-economic backgroundsFinancial Times - Dec. 8 -
Unidentified Drones Light Up New Jersey’s Skies, Baffling Residents
People across the state have reported seeing scores of large, low-flying objects in recent weeks. Officials haven’t said where they’re coming from, or why they’re here.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
GB's Marchant crashes into London velodrome crowd
Racing is abandoned in the Track Champions League in London after British Olympic champion Katy Marchant and another rider crash over the barriers into the crowd.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
Lindsey Vonn Returns to Competitive Skiing
Nearly six years after her retirement, the American alpine skiing great was back in action Saturday in a pair of downhill races.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
MLS mulling calendar shift amid crowded schedule
MLS Commissioner Don Garber acknowledged the increasingly crowded soccer calendar and the league strongly considering a potential shift to a fall/spring format to better align with European leagues.ESPN - Dec. 7 -
In a Crowd of Canned Cocktails, a Screw-Top Box Stands Out
One of the fastest-growing alcoholic drinks isn’t usually served in a bar or sold in a bottle or can. BeatBox is a fruity punch packaged in colorful cartons that have made their way into music ...The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 7 -
U.S. Ship Regulator Probes Spain's Alleged Blocking of Vessels
The U.S.-flagged ships were blocked from a Spanish port after Spain reportedly said it would wave off vessels believed to be carrying military equipment for Israel.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6 -
WATCH: Grammy-winning trombone player lets loose at wedding
Musician Jonathan Arons gave guests a showstopping performance on the dance floor at a wedding reception in Livingston, New Jersey.ABC News - Dec. 6 -
'Look, look, look!' - fan with beer snake halts play mid-delivery
Watch the moment a fan with a beer snake distracts batter Marnus Labuschagne forcing bowler Mohammed Siraj to pull out of the delivery during the first day of Australia's second Test with India in ...BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Jeff Bezos Says He’s ‘Optimistic’ About Trump’s Goal of Cutting Regulations
‘If I can help do that, I’m going to help him,’ the Amazon founder said of the incoming president’s deregulatory initiative.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Should you be a peer? 150 words to explain why
Political party leaders will have to explain why someone is fit to be a member of the House of Lords.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Coming for Selfies, Staying for Art: Dakar’s Biennale Draws Young Crowd
Encouraged by Senegal’s new president, teenagers and young adults, with social media tools in hand, have thronged an art exhibition that is usually the exclusive realm of the wealthy and elite.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Yahoo Sports AM: Crowded at the top
In today's edition: The 11-1 Lions have no breathing room, Caitlin Clark joins highest-paid female athletes list, upsets galore in college hoops, 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, Maryland proposes a trade ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Regulators sign off on new global rules for insurers
Rules will not require insurance companies to set aside more capital but could raise their reporting costsFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
British regulators approve $19 billion Vodafone-Three mobile merger
British regulators said the tie-up can proceed if both companies sign "binding commitments to invest billions" to roll out a 5G network across the U.K.CNBC - Dec. 5 -
UK regulator approves £16.5bn combination of Vodafone and Three
Merger is expected to create Britain’s largest mobile operatorFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
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November jobs report may show big gain — but not because more companies are hiring
The economy can’t do much worse at creating jobs after a dismal 12,000 gain in hiring in October. Wall Street expects a big rebound in November.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
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Slurpee and an IPO, please: 7-Eleven parent Seven & I may list North American business, report says
Japan’s Seven & I Holdings Co., fending off a takeover bid, may list its North American 7-Eleven convenience stores in an initial public offering as part of a management-led takeover bid, according ...MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Deutsche Bank chief calls for relief on regulation and ‘rethink’ on tax
Call comes amid discontent with Germany’s ruling coalition ahead of snap election in FebruaryFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
UK medicines regulator needs more resources, drugmakers say
Report by industry group finds MHRA’s ‘capacity and predictability’ is biggest factor deterring investmentFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Woman Looking for Cat May Have Fallen Into Sinkhole, Authorities Say
The authorities in Pennsylvania said they had been searching the sinkhole for the 64-year-old woman, and would continue until she is found.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Missing woman looking for cat may have fallen into sinkhole, police fear
Family of Elizabeth Pollard, 64, of Marguerite, Pennsylvania, say she has not been seen since Monday. Authorities fear a grandmother who disappeared while looking for her cat may have been ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
CFPB regulation meant to save consumers $10 billion a year has resulted in higher costs for some, as banks react by hiking interest rates and charging new fees.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive
Banks that issue credit cards used by millions of consumers raised interest rates and introduced new fees over the past year in response to an impending regulation that most experts now believe ...NBC News - Dec. 3 -
FirstFT: Critics see chance to close US accounting regulator
Also in this newsletter, Nato’s new chief warns of ‘dire threat’ of a bad Ukraine peace deal and China hits back against chip sanctionsFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
UK regulator opens door to Shein London listing
Financial Conduct Authority values disclosure over ‘corporate behaviour’, says Nikhil RathiFinancial Times - Dec. 3
