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Chinese factory activity expands for first time in six months
Beijing set to unveil fiscal stimulus focused on struggling local governments next weekBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
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China announces $1.4 trillion package over five years to tackle local governments' 'hidden' debt
Authorities in Beijing have ramped up stimulus announcements since late September in an effort to bolster its flagging economy.Business - CNBC - November 8 -
Mattel’s ‘Wicked’ movie dolls mistakenly list pornography site on packaging
Something wicked this way comes on the packaging of Mattel‘s “Wicked” dolls.Top stories - NBC News - November 11 -
'Wicked' dolls' packaging includes link to a porn site. Mattel apologizes
Mattel apologizes and pulls its line of 'Wicked'-themed dolls from stores after misprinting its website link, sending consumers to an adult film site.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 11 -
Hong Kong stocks fall as China’s stimulus package disappoints
Hang Seng index down 1.5% after Beijing unveils $1.4tn plan to restructure local government debt but no consumer supportBusiness - Financial Times - November 11 -
Mattel Mistakenly Lists Porn Site on Packaging for ‘Wicked’ Dolls
The site has a similar address to one that promotes a film adaptation of the hit musical. The toymaker apologized for the “unfortunate error.”Business - The New York Times - November 11 -
Mattel Apologizes for Porn Site Misprint on 'Wicked' Toy Packaging
The company didn’t disclose how many toys were affected or if it was recalling any products.Business - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago -
Cruise line offers ‘escape’ from Trump presidency with multi-year packages
Villa Vie Residences says program will cost less than $40,000 a year and traverse 425 ports across 140 countries. As Donald Trump prepares to begin his second four-year term, one cruise company ...World - The Guardian - 5 hours ago -
Public Investment Fund’s desert mirage
Plus, why Topgolf is parting with its owner and HSBC‘s boss says it isn’t splitting upWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
'Nuclear waste would be disaster for our seaside'
Tourism on the Lincolnshire coast will suffer if an underground facility is built, opponents claim.Top stories - BBC News - October 21 -
Why America needs disaster reform now
Former FEMA Administrator Brock Long calls for reforms to the disaster management system, including increased funding, improved preparedness, and simplified disaster assistance, to address the ...Politics - The Hill - October 21 -
Saturday Sessions: The Red Clay Strays perform "Disaster"
The Red Clay Strays is one of music's fastest rising bands. Formed in 2016 in Mobile, Alabama, this rock and roll band fronted by singer Brandon Coleman cuts its teeth playing gigs at local venues ...Top stories - CBS News - October 26 -
Mbappé's El Clásico debut a disaster for Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappé set a dubious new record as Real Madrid were trounced by a superior Barcelona.Sports - ESPN - October 27 -
Living on a Volcano’s Edge, Italians Practice for Disaster
The Italian authorities carried out a drill of their plan to save a half-million people from toxic fumes, deadly quakes or a full eruption. Vesuvius isn’t the volcano they’re worried about.Top stories - The New York Times - October 27 -
Working on the frontline of disaster: Tim Cadogan on leading GoFundMe
Crowdfunding platform has generated $30bn for users since 2010 but faced criticism over a lack of transparencyBusiness - Financial Times - October 27 -
The Climate Election: Natural disaster recovery, explained
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and ...Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
Valencia floods aftermath 'like a disaster movie'
The BBC's Nicky Schiller reports from the scene of Spanish flooding where cars are piled up.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
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Disease spread in dog poo could be 'disaster' for cows
A disease spread in dog poo could spell disaster for cattle, conservationists warn.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
Five Ways to Disaster-Proof the Energy Grid
With extreme weather events—and power outages—on the rise, utilities and tech companies are looking at what they can do to keep the lights on in the future.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 10 -
Congress’ to-do list grows while on the campaign trail
As Congress enters a critical stretch to the November elections, a lengthy to-do list of critical funding items is piling in its absence. Congressional leaders have faced pressure from all sides to ...Politics - The Hill - October 21 -
The cowboy state US election battle that will matter from Kyiv to Beijing
Montana is at the heart of an expensive high-stakes fight for control of the American SenateWorld - Financial Times - October 21 -
Morning Report — Who will lead the GOP in the next Congress?
In today’s issue: Two weeks out from Election Day, Republican leaders in the House and Senate are already eyeing potential leadership shake-ups for the 119th Congress. IN THE HOUSE, Republicans are ...Politics - The Hill - October 23 -
In their own words: Lawmakers on what it's like in a 'chaos' Congress
PolarizingTop stories - ABC News - October 28 -
In the Race for Congress, a Reporter Starts ‘With a Blank Notebook’
Catie Edmondson, who has been covering Capitol Hill for The New York Times since 2018, tries to glean patterns that will determine control of the House.Top stories - The New York Times - October 28 -
What if Democrats Win the White House and Congress on Tuesday?
If Democrats win the White House and Congress, they might finally make lasting changes to voting rights and abortion access.Top stories - The New York Times - October 30 -
Will Your Elected Officials in Congress Accept the Results of the Election?
We’ve asked every member of Congress whether they’ll accept the results as called by the Associated Press. Use our tool to see how your representatives answer.Tech - Wired - October 31 -
Closing arguments in battle for Congress focus on abortion and immigration
Both parties are zeroing in on different issues as they make their closing arguments in the battles for the House and Senate, with Democrats leaning into abortion and Republicans focusing on ...Politics - NBC News - October 31 -
Factors that could affect the balance of power in Congress
Republicans hold a slim majority in the House, while the Democrats' margin in the Senate is slimmer. Seats are being vacated, districts redrawn, and the pull of presidential candidates are all ...Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
José Andrés threatens to challenge Maryland Republican in Congress
Celebrity chef José Andrés could trade the kitchen for Congress if he follows through on a threat to challenge a Maryland Republican, saying the state "deserves better." "I will retire and run for ...Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
Where the fight for control of Congress currently stands
With Republicans in control of the Senate, CBS News rates control of the House as lean Republican as of Thursday evening. Controlling the lower chamber would give President-elect Trump a unified ...Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
Here’s what veterans want Congress to prioritize
From expanded health care access to reducing suicide rates, veterans groups are preparing to lobby the 119th Congress on a host of issues affecting retired service members. Veterans groups are ...Politics - The Hill - November 11
