Briton died while climbing bridge for social media, Spanish authorities say
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Longtime Chamber of Commerce Chief Tom Donohue Dies At 86
Donohue is well-known for his work in increasing the influence of the Chamber and reviving the business group itself.19 minutes ago -
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Armed man arrested on suspicion of threatening FEMA workers, authorities say
FEMA conspiracy theories spark rumors and response.34 minutes ago -
World - The Guardian
Ka, Brooklyn rapper and New York firefighter, dies aged 52
Kaseem Ryan, a member of Natural Elements and an FDNY captain, died unexpectedly, according to Instagram post. Ka, a Brooklyn rapper, producer and firefighter, died unexpectedly on Saturday at age ...42 minutes ago - New York -
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Harris ramps up her attempt to court Black male voters with Obama and a fresh media blitz
Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign this week is launching its clearest effort yet to target Black men, announcing a new set of policy proposals.1 hour ago -
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Operator dies, more than a dozen passengers hurt as New Jersey train hits tree
A train operator is dead and nearly two dozen passengers injured after a New Jersey Transit commuter train struck a chunk of a tree on the tracks1 hour ago -
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Lilly Ledbetter, Whose Fight for Equal Pay Changed U.S. Law, Dies at 86
Her lawsuit against Goodyear helped pave the way for the 2009 Fair Pay Act, which was signed into law by former President Barack Obama.1 hour ago -
Business - CNBC
Trump Media stock surges as election betting odds shift, Truth Social launches streaming site
The DJT surge came as some election betting markets shifted in favor of Donald Trump over Kamala Harris, and as Trump Media launched a Truth+ streaming site.1 hour ago - Donald Trump -
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Trump's DJT stock is surging, lifting Truth Social. Here's why.
Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group, which trades under the DJT ticker, jumped 18% on Monday. Here's why.1 hour ago - Donald Trump -
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Lillian Schwartz, Pioneer in Computer-Generated Art, Dies at 97
Early in the digital era, she worked at Bell Labs on the intersection of art and technology, making films and at one point arriving at a novel theory about the “Mona Lisa.”2 hours ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Nobel for Economics Awarded to Authors of 'Why Nations Fail' and an Ex-IMF Figure
The prize was given to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson for work that advanced the understanding of differences in prosperity between countries.2 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Apple accused of restricting workers' Slack, social media use
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) filed a complaint against Apple on Thursday, accusing the iPhone maker of improperly restricting workers’ use of Slack and other social media. The agency ...2 hours ago - Apple -
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Can Labour Climb The Investment Summit?
And, the inquiry into the Salisbury poisonings begins.3 hours ago -
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Fair-Wage Advocate Lilly Ledbetter Dies at 86
Her fight for equal wages inspired the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009.3 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay trailblazer, dies at 86
Lilly Ledbetter, an activist for equal pay whose legal fight against her employer paved the way for the Fair Pay Act, has died. She was 86. Ledbetter worked at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in ...4 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Tom Donohue, former longtime Chamber CEO, dies
Tom Donohue, who led the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for more than two decades before retiring in 2021, has died, the business lobbying giant announced Monday. The Chamber represents big business in ...4 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
British man dies in fall from Spanish bridge ‘while creating online content’
Unnamed 26-year-old fell while climbing 192-metre-high Castilla-La Mancha Bridge, authorities say. A 26-year-old British man has died after falling from a Spanish bridge while attempting to create ...5 hours ago -
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Bridget Jones back in fashion with Gen Z, author says
Helen Fielding says young women are worse off today but take comfort from the character's exploits.5 hours ago -
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Some Social Security beneficiaries will get an extra November check
Some Social Security beneficiaries will receive an extra payment next month. Here's who will get the extra checks and why.5 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘The purpose is social good’: Watford Women draw unique US investment
As well as helping to make the team financially sustainable, new partnership with Sound of Gol aims to tackle inequality. American investment in English football clubs is on the rise – from Arsenal ...6 hours ago -
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Man falls to his death from bridge in Spain while making online content
Authorities in Spain say a Briton plunged to his death after climbing the Castilla-La Mancha Bridge, an illegal stunt frequently attempted by social media content creators.6 hours ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Brantley Gilbert pauses show while wife gives birth on tour bus, then he returns to stage
Country-rock musician Brantley Gilbert was pulled backstage for an emergency during his show in Mississippi: His wife was giving birth on their tour bus.6 hours ago -
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Lilly Ledbetter, equal pay and women's rights activist, dies at 86
Women's rights activist Lilly Ledbetter has died, according to a family representative. The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act became the first bill Barack Obama signed into law as president in 2009.7 hours ago -
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Briton died while climbing bridge for social media, Spanish authorities say
The unidentified 26-year-old man fell to his death while creating social media content, according to local authorities.7 hours ago -
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American equal pay icon Lilly Ledbetter dies aged 86 - and Obama leads tributes
Alabama woman's case led to law, signed by Barack Obama, that gave Americans more rights to sue for pay discrimination.8 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Steve Bannon is in prison, but Trump is using his 'flood the zone' media strategy
Steve Bannon's strategy of flooding the media with misinformation and lies is being used by Donald Trump in the 2024 election, drowning out important issues and facts in favor of spin and ...8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Social Democrats win round 1 of Lithuania's election and aim to oust the conservative leader
The opposition Social Democratic Party has emerged as the leader after the first round of national elections in Lithuania and says it will start negotiations to form a new government with ...10 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
While Europe frets, India expects
European foreboding about peace and stability in the world finds little echo in New Delhi11 hours ago - India -
Business - Inc.
Emotionally Intelligent People Know How to Say No With Confidence While Strengthening Their Relationships
If disagreeing with others causes you stress, it’s time to learn more about the Big 5 trait of agreeableness.12 hours ago -
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Israel says 4 soldiers killed by Hezbollah drone attack while Israeli strike in Gaza leaves 20 dead
Israel’s military says four soldiers were killed in a Hezbollah drone attack on an army base Sunday evening13 hours ago - Israel -
Business - Financial Times
Social media must do more to tackle payment fraud, says UK regulator
Ministers urged to consider levy on tech groups to compensate victims of online scams18 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
49ers fans troll Cowboys on social media after blowout loss to Lions
The 49ers Faithful wasted no time making jokes at the Cowboys' expense after Dallas' 47-9 blowout loss to the Detroit Lions on Sunday at AT&T Stadium.22 hours ago - NFL -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Dodgers cruise to dominant 9-0 win over Mets in NLCS Game 1 while matching MLB postseason shutout record
The Dodgers grabbed a 1-0 series lead with their 9-0 victory over the Mets on Sunday.23 hours ago - MLB -
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Mets add McNeil to NLCS roster while Dodgers drop Vesia and Rojas, add Kiermaier and Honeywell
Jeff McNeil was added to the New York Mets’ roster for the NL Championship Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers after recovering from a broken right wristYesterday - MLB -
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Columbus probably Spanish and Jewish, study says
A new study shines light on a hotly contested centuries-old mystery.Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
South Africa’s first Black central bank governor dies aged 65
Tito Mboweni served as labour minister in Nelson Mandela’s first cabinetYesterday