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ABC News - World
Voting for local government opens in Indian-controlled Kashmir for first time after losing autonomy
A phased election for choosing a local government in Indian-controlled Kashmir has opened in the first such vote since Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government stripped the disputed region of its ...Yesterday -
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 productsYesterday -
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 ...Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Usyk detained in Poland; Zelensky aids in release
Heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk was detained Tuesday at Krakow Airport in Poland and later released with the help of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.Yesterday - Ukraine -
BBC News - Top stories
UK aid spend may hit 17-year low, charities warn
Charities fear Chancellor Rachel Reeves will slash £2bn from overseas aid at next month's Budget.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
Reeves orders crackdown on government use of consultants
Chancellor seeks to save £1bn on external contracts as part of spending review ahead of UK BudgetYesterday -
The New York Times - World
Israel’s Netanyahu Considers Firing Defense Minister Gallant in Government Shakeup
Dismissing the minister, Yoav Gallant, would remove a frequent critic of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a time of mounting tensions with Hezbollah.Yesterday - Israel -
The Hill - Politics
House passes bill to plug $3B VA budget shortfall
The House on Tuesday passed an emergency bill to address a roughly $3 billion budget shortfall facing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as officials warn millions of veterans’ benefits are ...Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Venezuela's government says fourth US citizen was detained in alleged plot to kill President Maduro
Venezuela’s government has announced the arrest of a fourth U.S. citizen in connection with an alleged plot to kill President Nicolás MaduroYesterday -
CNBC - Business
Microsoft, BlackRock form group to raise $100 billion to invest in AI data centers and power
Microsoft, BlackRock and Abu Dhabi's investment vehicle are aiming to initially raise $30 billion to invest in AI data centers and the energy to power them.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump Suggests Restoring the State and Local Tax Break He Once Limited
Former President Donald J. Trump’s 2017 tax law capped the state and local tax deduction at $10,000. He said on Tuesday that he would lift that limit.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - Business
US dollar trades in the doldrums as rates and data weigh on outlook
Appreciation of other major currencies such as yen and pound has put downward pressure on the greenbackYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Former governors press for election certification by federal deadline
Former governors pressed for election certification by the federal December deadline, saying the process "is not open to debate" in a Tuesday letter addressed to current governors. “The voters in ...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 -
The New York Times - Business
$50 Billion in Aid to Ukraine Stalls Over Legal Questions
U.S. and European officials are struggling to honor their pledge to use Russian assets to aid Ukraine.Yesterday - Ukraine -
The Hill - Politics
McConnell: Government shutdown before election 'politically beyond stupid'
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) is warning colleagues that it would be “politically beyond stupid” for Congress to stumble into a government shutdown a few weeks before Election Day, ...2 days ago -
VentureBeat - Tech
EA aims to double audience to over 1 billion in 5 years
Electronic Arts unveiled its EA Sports App for connected entertainment beyond gaming will begin testing this fall.2 days ago -
ABC News - Top stories
US retail sales ticked up last month in sign of ongoing consumer resilience
Americans spent a bit more at retailers last month, providing a small boost to the economy just as the Federal Reserve considers how much to cut its key interest rate2 days ago -
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Inc. - Business
Pentagon to Manage Intel's Latest $3 Billion Grant Under CHIPS Act
As foreign rivals leave the marquee chip maker behind, Intel gets a boost from the government, which wants to keep some semiconductor manufacturing securely and reliably based in the U.S., with ...2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Senate to vote on federal IVF protections
Senate leaders are voting Tuesday on legislation that would establish a nationwide right to in vitro fertilization. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.2 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
'Pig-Butchering' Scams Cost Americans Billions. This Lawyer Is Taking Them On.
Prosecutor Erin West has been one of the few to have any success against the overseas criminal networks perpetrating a new type of fraud.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
What can I do with under- and overripe tomatoes? | Kitchen aide
Under-ripe tomatoes can be made just as delicious as perfectly ripe ones – fermenting, frying and macerating all work wonders – while over-ripe ones just need a little oven love. This sounds like a ...2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Sean Combs arrested at NYC hotel by federal authorities
Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was arrested at a New York hotel by federal agents based on a sealed indictment filed by the Southern District of New York. NBC News’ Julia Ainsley recaps how the ...2 days ago -
Wired - Tech
5 Best Sunrise Alarm Clocks (2024), Tested and Reviewed
If you want to wake up with the sun but aren't a morning person, these bedside devices can simulate a sunrise whenever you want to rouse for the day (and a sunset, too).2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Apple Is All Ears: Making Hearing Aids Affordable
Hearing loss affects millions of people, but hearing aids have been expensive and sales have been dominated by a few companies. The new AirPods are going to challenge the status quo.2 days ago - Apple -
ABC News - World
Many in Indian-controlled Kashmir plan to vote this time to deny Modi total control
For decades, boycotting elections in Indian-controlled Kashmir was a sign of protest against Indian rule2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Bottom Line: TikTok on the clock
Technology TikTok signaled its staying involved in Washington less than five months after President Biden signed a bill that would force its Chinese parent company ByteDance to divest or face a ...2 days ago - Tiktok -
MarketWatch - Business
Pret a Manger’s U.S. expansion sees cafe chain’s sales hit $1.5 billion
The coffee seller said one quarter of its overall sales are now generated outside the U.K.2 days ago -
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MarketWatch - Business
FanDuel owner Flutter Entertainment strikes $2.6 billion deal to buy Italy’s Snaitech
Flutter Entertainment has reached an agreement to acquire Playtech subsidiary Snaitech, in what will see the Irish company become Italy’s largest gambling business2 days ago -
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Financial Times - World
Malnutrition crisis threatens child health gains, warns Bill Gates
Foundation says about 40mn children are at risk of stunted growth as climate change worsens food security2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Trump promotes sons’ crypto company World Liberty Financial
Republican presidential candidate courts digital asset sector in his campaign2 days ago - Donald Trump -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Microsoft Boosts Dividend, Authorizes Buyback of Up to $60 Billion
Microsoft will raise its quarterly payout by about 11% and begin a new stock-buyback program.2 days ago - Microsoft