Birds, bees and ballots: Swiss voters reject plan to better protect the country's biodiversity
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ABC News - World
Marxist Dissanayake wins Sri Lanka's presidential election as voters reject old guard
Previous leaders have been accused of pushing the nation toward economic ruin.8 minutes ago -
CNBC - Business
China stimulus calls are growing louder — inside and outside the country
The world's second-largest economy has remained under pressure from a real estate slump and tepid consumer confidence.8 minutes ago - China -
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ESPN - Sports
Vandersloot breaks Bird's mark as Liberty take G1
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ABC News - World
Birds, bees and ballots: Swiss voters reject plan to better protect the country's biodiversity
Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to increase protections for the Alpine country's cherished plant and animal life6 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Sri Lanka Elects Leftist Leader Dissanayake as President
Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s strong showing reveals voter weariness with leadership that has led to a national economic crisis and crushing hardship for many people.11 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Swiss voters reject biodiversity proposal in blow to conservation campaigners
Plan aimed to expand protection of endangered ecosystems, but opponents said it posed risk to business development. Voters in Switzerland have rejected a proposal to make authorities do more to ...11 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Marxist lawmaker Dissanayake has won Sri Lanka's presidential election as voters reject old political guard
Marxist lawmaker Dissanayake has won Sri Lanka's presidential election as voters reject old political guard12 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Mysterious Missouri bird flu case shows complications of outbreak response
First case of person to contract H5N1 after no known animal contact highlights federal-state agency relationships. The first case of a person to contract bird flu after no known contact with ...16 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Local Republicans reject Trump's claims about Haitian immigrants in their towns
Republicans in places like Springfield, Ohio, and Charleroi, Pa., say Haitian immigrants have provided a boost.18 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Intermezzo by Sally Rooney review – is there a better writer at work right now?
With her fourth novel, the Normal People author leans fully into her talent, creating a funny, tender tale of two grieving brothers and their messy love lives that’s utterly perfect Continue ...21 hours ago -
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Trump rejects second TV debate as 'too late'
Kamala Harris had "gladly" accepted CNN's invitation to debate two weeks before the presidential election.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Trump rejects Harris call for second debate, saying ‘it’s too late’
Tim Ryan, former Ohio Democratic representative, says Trump is avoiding debate because ‘he is scared’. Kamala Harris has accepted an invitation from CNN to participate in another debate with Donald ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Arizona judge rejects challenge to open primary measure
An Arizona superior court judge rejected a challenge to a measure, Proposition 140, that would amend the state constitution and allow for open primaries in the Grand Canyon State. Maricopa County ...Yesterday - US Open -
NBC News - Politics
Arizona Supreme Court grants nearly 100,000 voters ballot access
The Arizona Supreme Court unanimously ruled Friday that nearly 100,000 voters whose citizenship documents hadn't been confirmed will be allowed to vote in state and local races. Their registration ...Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
How to invest if you believe the Fed can’t stop the economy from falling apart
Also: What to expect for loan interest rates, how Social Security survivor and spousal benefits work, and advice from the Moneyist.Yesterday -
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Arizona Supreme Court decides nearly 100,000 voters will get full ballot access after clerical error
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Friday that roughly 98,000 Arizonans whose voter registration status was in limbo will be able to participate in the full ballot in November.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Inflation concerns weigh heavily on voters
Many Americans are voting with their wallets this year, which is unsurprising considering the U.S. economy consistently polls as a top concern. Vice President Kamala Harris and former President ...2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
California firefighter accused of setting fires in wine country
A California firefighter was arrested on suspicion of arson in a series of small fires that burned in wine country in recent weeks, officials said Friday.2 days ago - California -
VentureBeat - Tech
Dragon Age looks better, plays better than ever in The Veilguard
GamesBeat's Rachel Kaser got to play several hours of Dragon Age: The Veilguard -- and the gameplay is the shot in the arm the series needs.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Georgia Election Board Orders Hand-Counting of Ballots
Critics say the move could significantly delay the reporting of results in the battleground state and inject chaos into the post-election period.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Red states ask court to reject Google privacy settlement
A group of Republican-led states have asked a U.S. appeals court to reject a $62 million consumer privacy settlement with Google, citing large amounts of money awards going to class members' ...2 days ago - Google -
Inc. - Business
SpaceX 'Forcefully Rejects' FAA Conclusion it Violated Launch Requirements
CEO Elon Musk rails at $633,000 in fines, which he called politically motivated, threatening to sue to contest them.2 days ago - SpaceX -
Inc. - Business
3 Ways Leaders Can Support Better Mental Health at Work
Mental health matters to workers. At the Fast Company Innovation Festival, executives from Rare Beauty, Ikea, and Pie discussed the role leaders play in workplace well-being.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Texas judge rejects Paxton attempt to block State Fair gun ban
An Texas judge has slapped down an attempt by state Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) to force the state fair to allow guns. Paxton’s office sued in August to block a change in state fair policy to ...2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Ex-Sabre Rejected NHL Offers for Maple Leafs Chance
This former Buffalo Sabres forward had NHL offers but elected to sign an AHL deal to join the Toronto Maple Leafs organization.2 days ago - NHL -
NBC News - Politics
Harris campaigns with Oprah; Trump addresses Jewish voters
Vice President Kamala Harris stepped out at a star-stubbed campaign event hosted by Oprah Winfrey Thursday night where she discussed abortion, immigration and more. Meanwhile, former President ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Top stories
Supreme Court rejects Green Party bid to appear on Nevada presidential ballot
The Supreme Court rejected Green Party presidential nominee Jill Stein’s last-ditch request to be included on the ballot in Nevada, a key swing state.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
Is It Better to Buy or Lease a Car? It Depends.
The lowest overall cost is to buy a car and keep it for a long time. But leasing usually has lower monthly costs. And leasing an E.V. may come with a tax break.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Ask Shrimsley: shouldn’t you have fled the country by now?
Britain’s richest plumber is the latest mogul threatening to leave the UK. Good for him2 days ago -
The New York Times - Science
Who’s the Dodo Now? A Famously Extinct Bird, Reconsidered.
A comprehensive review of dodo science offers new insights into the biology and behavior of the much-ridiculed bird.2 days ago -
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BBC News - Top stories
The crypto bros who dream of crowdfunding a new country
How a group of Silicon Valley tech entrepreneurs plan to create "the network state."3 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Warner Music Increases Layoff Plans
The entertainment conglomerate now expects to cut its workforce by 13%, or about 750 employees—up from a 10% reduction.3 days ago -