Column: The Democratic convention takes the phrase 'political lovefest' to a new level
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The Guardian - World
Harris condemns Senate Republicans for blocking IVF bill; VP calls Ohio attacks a ‘crying shame’ – live
Vice-president says Republicans ‘have once again made clear’ they will not protect IVF access; Harris addresses anti-immigrant attacks in NABJ interview . As far as the election campaign is ...14 minutes ago - Republican Party -
CNBC - Business
Frustrated millennials across the U.S. struggle to afford homes: 'It’s just not a level playing field'
To afford a home in many American cities, first-time buyers increasingly need to be wealthy or rely on family help, and they are losing hope.41 minutes ago -
The Hill - Politics
Democrats block Cruz attempt to pass GOP IVF bill
Democrats on Tuesday blocked an attempt by Republican Sens. Ted Cruz (Texas) and Katie Britt (Ala.) to pass a GOP IVF access bill through unanimous consent, repeating a similar showdown that ...44 minutes ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Apple is in talks with JPMorgan for bank to take over card from Goldman Sachs
Apple is in discussions with JPMorgan Chase for the bank to take over the tech giant’s flagship credit card program from Goldman Sachs, a person with knowledge of the negotiations said.1 hour ago - Apple -
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, ...1 hour ago -
The Hill - Politics
Republicans block Senate Democrats' IVF bill
Republicans on Tuesday blocked a bill that would have created a right to access in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments and mandated that insurance plans cover the practice, deriding the vote as a ...1 hour ago - Republican Party -
CBS News - Top stories
Latest news from Capitol Hill as Democrats move on IVF, Republicans work on government shutdown
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are working to push forward their agenda in Congress. Senate Democrats hope to vote on legislation for in vitro fertilization protections, and House Republicans are ...2 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Vance calls out Democrats, media after apparent Trump assassination attempt
Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) slammed Democrats and the media Tuesday over their rhetoric about former President Trump, just days after the former president faced a second apparent assassination attempt. ...2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
Apple is in talks with JPMorgan for bank to take over card from Goldman Sachs
While the talks are early and could falter, the move could mean that the country's largest credit card issuer may be about to grow even larger.2 hours ago - Apple -
Financial Times - Business
JPMorgan in talks to take over Apple credit card from Goldman Sachs
Discussions come as Wall Street Bank scales back its consumer ambitions, including vaunted partnership with iPhone maker3 hours ago - Apple -
VentureBeat - Tech
ClickUp takes on Slack and Teams with its own AI-powered ‘everything’ chat
According to Zeb Evans, Founder and CEO of ClickUp, the new tool isn’t just another chat app, but a new way of working.3 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Deckers stock split takes hold and shares slip
Shares of Ugg and Hoka parent Deckers Outdoor Corp. are down Tuesday after the shoe company’s six-for-one stock split took hold.5 hours ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
Movie Review: 'Transformers One,' an origin story no one wants with brutality levels no one needs
Movie origin stories finally reach their nadir this week with “Transformers One,” the super-violent, toy-selling vehicle that tells the tale of how Optimus Prime and Megatron went from besties to ...5 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
12 Democrats urge quick approval for new gas exports for Ukraine
A dozen Democrats are urging the Biden administration to quickly approve new projects that can ship natural gas to Ukraine and other countries in Eastern Europe. In a new letter sent Friday but ...5 hours ago - Ukraine -
The Hill - Politics
Texas judge dismisses Paxton lawsuit targeting Democratic voter registration
AUSTIN — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s attempt to block a voter registration drive in one of his state's most populous urban counties — and biggest Democratic strongholds — has failed in ...7 hours 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.7 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
We live in an era of political violence. The rich and famous aren't the primary targets | Moira Donegan
Unlike Donald Trump, most of us do not get to face the risk of violence with Secret Service protection. It is not a good sign for US politics that an apparent second assassination attempt against ...7 hours ago -
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 ...8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Top stories
Our Reporter on Trump and a New Era of Political Violence
The latest apparent assassination attempt against Donald J. Trump indicates how much the American political landscape has been shaped by anger stirred by Mr. Trump and against him. Peter Baker, ...9 hours ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - World
German opposition Christian Democrats tap leader Friedrich Merz as their candidate for chancellor
Germany’s opposition center-right Christian Democratic Union has chosen its leader Friedrich Merz to be its candidate for chancellor in next year’s national election9 hours ago - Germany -
CBS News - Top stories
Key Bridge victims' families to take legal action against shipowner
"Justice for me would be to have my husband at my side," said the widow of one of the workers killed in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore last spring.10 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
The immigrants you fear are just like your ancestors. Don’t fall for political scare tactics.
Immigrants to America have always faced prejudice and discrimination, but their children assimilate into American culture, proving that they are just like their ancestors who came generations ago.10 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
Elon Musk has often inflamed politically tense moments, raising worries for the US election
As Election Day draws nearer, social media posts by X owner Elon Musk are raising concerns that he will use his immense platform to question the legitimacy of the vote in the U.S. presidential ...10 hours ago - Elon Musk -
ABC News - World
Germany's Christian Democratic Union taps Friedrich Merz as its candidate for chancellor in next national election
Germany's Christian Democratic Union taps Friedrich Merz as its candidate for chancellor in next national election10 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
8-year-old girl takes car on 25-minute joyride to Target
An 8-year-old Ohio girl is home safe after she took her mother’s car and drove to Target 25 minutes away as her family and police searched for her. According to a Bedford Police Department service ...11 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Senate to vote on IVF package as Democrats look to corner GOP
The Senate is set to vote Tuesday on legislation to protect access to IVF as Democrats look to draw attention to Republican senators' positions.11 hours ago -
CBS News - Politics
Senate GOP blocks IVF package as Democrats highlight reproductive rights
The Senate failed to advance Democratic legislation to protect access to IVF in a vote of 51 to 44.11 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Is a political settlement between Russia and Ukraine on the cards? I am sceptical | Rajan Menon
Neither war fatigue nor the fear of an escalation into nuclear war seem enough to spur on negotiations to end the conflict. Russia’s war against Ukraine has passed the two-and-a-half-year mark, ...14 hours ago - Ukraine -
BBC News - Top stories
36 teams, 36 questions - take our Champions League quiz
The Champions League returns on Tuesday as Europe's top competition has been revamped with 36 teams playing, so take our quiz to test your knowledge.15 hours ago - UEFA Champions League -
The New York Times - Top stories
Kimmel Takes Stock of Trump’s Rhetoric After Suspect’s Arrest
Jimmy Kimmel said the former president, who blamed Democrats for “highly inflammatory language,” was himself “not a calming influence.”15 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Chiles takes bid for bronze medal to Swiss court
American gymnast Jordan Chiles is asking Switzerland's Supreme Court to overturn a ruling that stripped her of a bronze medal in the floor exercise.16 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Bolivia's iconic ex-President Morales calls for anti-government march as political fight escalates
Evo Morales, Bolivia’s former president, has called on supporters to protest against current President Luis Arce19 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Jordan Chiles takes bid to reclaim Olympic bronze to Swiss Supreme Court
American gymnast Jordan Chiles is asking Switzerland's Supreme Court to overturn a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport that stripped her of a bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics.20 hours ago - Olympics -
BBC News - Top stories
Chased out by protesters, a political dynasty plots its comeback
The Rajapaksas had a vice-like grip on Sri Lanka until they were chased from power. Could they return?22 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Live updates: Eagles regain lead with long touchdown drive
Philly marched 70 yards in 17 plays, chewing up over nine minutes as Jalen Hurts capped it off with a tush-push TD. Will Atlanta answer?22 hours ago - NFL -