Blame modern decisions, not just ancient history, for economic inequality | Torsten Bell
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Yahoo Sports - Sports
Ryan Pepiot throws fourth immaculate inning in Rays history
With only 117 in MLB history, an immaculate inning is more rare than a no-hitter.51 minutes ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
How Israel Built a Modern-Day Trojan Horse: Exploding Pagers
The Israeli government did not tamper with the Hezbollah phones that exploded, defense and intelligence officials say. It manufactured them as part of an elaborate ruse.51 minutes ago - Israel -
NBC News - Top stories
House Republicans reject their own funding bill with a shutdown around the corner
House Republicans are expected to derail their own plan to avert a government shutdown, which they've tied to a Donald Trump-backed bill on noncitizen voting.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - World
How Israel Built a Modern-Day Trojan Horse: Exploding Pagers
The Israeli government did not tamper with the Hezbollah phones that exploded, defense and intelligence officials say. It manufactured them as part of an elaborate ruse.2 hours ago - Israel -
CBS News - Top stories
Biden economic adviser unpacks Fed interest rate cut
The Federal Reserve reduced its benchmark interest rate for the first time in more than four years on Wednesday. The move will directly impact the finances of millions of Americans. Jared ...2 hours ago - Joe Biden -
ESPN - Sports
Pulisic, McKennie make UCL history for USMNT
Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie became the first pair of United States internationals to score on the same day in the UEFA Champions League as Europe's top competition returned on Tuesday.4 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Unlock Season 6 Weapon Attachments In CoD: Modern Warfare 3 And Warzone
Season 6 is live in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone , and in addition to all the spooky Halloween-themed content , the update also includes three new weapon attachments: the XTEN ...4 hours ago -
The New York Times - Sports
Inside the Highest-Scoring Penalty Shootout in English Soccer History
Two teams combined to make 31 penalty shots on 34 attempts on Tuesday.5 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Fed goes big with interest rate cut in a bid to head off an economic slowdown
The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it was lowering its interest rate by half a percentage point, an unusually aggressive move designed to cushion the economy from a further slowdown.7 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Guardian - World
The Guardian view on China’s ageing population: an economic and social conundrum | Editorial
Raising the retirement age is never popular, particularly for a country that is getting old before it gets rich . No one should be surprised that China is raising its retirement ages . They are ...7 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Pro Football Hall of Fame announces 167 modern-era players nominated for Class of 2025
Sixteen players are in their first year of eligibility8 hours ago -
ABC News - Sports
Rogers Communications buys out Bell stake in Maple Leafs Sports for $3.5 billion
Rogers Communications Inc. is buying out Bell’s 37.5% share of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment for $3.5 billion9 hours ago -
ABC News - Health
An ancient African tree is providing a new 'superfood' but local harvesters are barely surviving
The baobab tree is known as the “tree of life” and its fruit is feeding a growing global market for natural food and beauty products10 hours ago -
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The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Want an iPhone 16 Review? Just Ask Joannabot
After more than a decade of reviewing iPhones, columnist Joanna Stern has handed the reins to her generative-AI assistant to discuss Apple’s latest.13 hours ago -
ABC News - World
An ancient African tree is providing a new 'superfood' yet local harvesters are barely surviving
The baobab tree is known as the “tree of life,” and its fruit is feeding a growing global market for natural food and beauty products15 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
'Just the facts': Seeking to provide the public with the government data they need
Making government data more accessible and easier to understand: That's the standing goal for Poppy MacDonald. MacDonald, a former news executive, now leads "USA Facts,” a nonpartisan, nonprofit ...15 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Exploding pagers join long history of killer communications devices
Israel, blamed by Hizbollah for Tuesday’s attack, has long used telephones and their successors to track and kill enemies15 hours ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
‘Modern Love Podcast’: Gillian Anderson Wants to Hear Your Sexiest Fantasies
The actor’s new book shares sexual fantasies from anonymous women around the world.16 hours ago -
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ESPN - Sports
King to make history with Congressional Medal
Billie Jean King will become the first individual female athlete to be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal.19 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
The rise of Britishcore: 100 experiences that define and unite modern Britons
Forget the pomp and pageantry. As people worldwide are now discovering, the UK was built on crisp sarnies, trips to B&Q and that age-old question: Corrie or EastEnders?. In the past month or so, ...21 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
America’s Role in the World Is Hard. It Just Got Much Harder.
The explosion of wireless devices across Lebanon casts in sharp relief the challenges of U.S. foreign policy facing Kamala Harris or Donald Trump.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Johnson outlines economic plan under Trump if GOP controls government in 2025
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Tuesday outlined his economic agenda for the first 100 days under a second Trump administration — a plan that assumes Republicans will win unified control of ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
ESPN - Sports
Six questions on the Panthers' decision and what's next
What led to Carolina replacing Young, the former No. 1 overall pick, and what does it mean going forward?Yesterday -
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ESPN - Sports
Cousins, Falcons just 'kept fighting' in Philly
Facing an 0-2 start with his new team, Kirk Cousins orchestrated a game-winning drive in the fourth quarter on Monday night, leading the Atlanta Falcons to a 22-21 victory over the Philadelphia ...Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Eagles overreactions from Week 2 loss to Falcons: Saquon Barkley drop to blame? Fourth-down call bad decision?
Overreactions from the Eagles' stunning loss on Monday nightYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Trump blaming Democrats' rhetoric for apparent assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump and his running mate, JD Vance, are blaming the rhetoric of Democrats and Kamala Harris for Sunday's apparent assassination attempt against Trump. CBS News campaign ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
A brief history of English football’s unlikeliest European exports
The Football League has been the source of some surprising transfers to clubs such as Bayern, with mixed results. Eyebrows were raised when Stockport’s assistant coach Andy Mangan appeared on the ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
After the Huw Edwards scandal – and all the others – we must have a BBC fit for the modern age | Jane Martinson
The former presenter’s crimes are his responsibility, but the corporation must change so its stars can never again abuse their power. Disgraced, convicted and now sentenced , a chapter has closed: ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Von der Leyen gives top economic jobs to interventionist EU countries
France, Italy and Spain to share influential portfolios in next European CommissionYesterday - European Union -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Eric Roberts has no use for fame anymore. He just wants to work
Eric Roberts' memoir isn't a Hollywood reclamation job designed to kick-start a once-buzzy career. Roberts knows all too well that his erratic behavior damaged his relationships with friends and ...Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Amazon's CEO Just Declared the Era of Hybrid Work Finally Over
The company is going back to how things were before the pandemic.Yesterday - Amazon -
ABC News - World
Dedicated artists are keeping Japan's ancient craft of temari alive
Time seems to stop at Eiko Araki's studio in JapanYesterday - Japan -
CBS News - Top stories
Suspect in Trump's apparent assassination attempt has criminal history
Alleged Trump assassination attempt suspect Ryan Routh had other brushes with the law prior to Sunday's incident. He also traveled across the globe, volunteering to fight in the war on behalf of ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
GameSpot - Tech
Get Up To 24 Warhammer 40,000 Books For Just $18 At Humble Bundle
If you're looking for a way to dive head-first into Warhammer 40,000's expansive library of novels, then Humble's new Tales Of The Space Marines Chapters 2024 Book Bundle will get you a massive ...2 days ago