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Business - CNBC
Here's how to leverage higher income limits for the 0% capital gains bracket
Bigger earnings limits are coming for the 0% capital gains brackets in 2025. That could offer tax planning opportunities, financial experts say.1 hour ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Climate-change risks have some retirees asking: Is anywhere safe to retire now?
Natural disasters “really should be” factoring in to retirement planning.4 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘You don’t want to waste time on climate change’: TV weather’s big problem with the environmental crisis
Lack of time, difficulties with scientific rigour, an uninterested public … television meteorologists open up about why they’re so quiet about the reasons for extreme conditions. Why do TV and ...6 hours ago - Climate -
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Politics - The Hill
Climate change reshapes cities, both environmentally and financially
In thousands of U.S. towns and cities, worsening climate threats — largely due to fossil fuels — trap cities in a paradox. Big cities like Houston and Tampa, Fla., and smaller ones like Port ...10 hours ago - Climate -
World - The Guardian
International criminal court’s prosecutor faces misconduct allegation
Karim Khan, who says there is ‘no truth’ to allegation, was accused by a member of his office. The international criminal court’s prosecutor, Karim Khan, has been accused of misconduct towards a ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
What would Trump and Harris do on energy, environment and climate change?
Vice President Harris and former President Trump are offering a stark contrast for voters when it comes to policies on fighting climate change, developing energy and protecting the environment. ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
World - Financial Times
Positively Pernambuco – a story of hope in Brazil
A fashion photographer and a teacher shift the focus onto one of Brazil’s most marginalised communitiesYesterday - Brazil -
Top stories - CBS News
How climate change is threatening homes on North Carolina's barrier islands
In the last four years, the Atlantic Ocean has toppled 10 homes on Hatteras Island. Residents are grappling with an unknown future.Yesterday - Climate -
Top stories - CBS News
Sheena Meade on her fight to clear non-violent criminal records
Sheena Meade, CEO of the Clean Slate Initiative, shares how a criminal record, even without a conviction, can hinder opportunities for work and housing. She's fighting for laws that help ...2 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
King Charles III's Commonwealth visit to Samoa will highlight climate change ... and dance
King Charles III should be prepared to dance when he visits Samoa this week2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Politics - The Hill
Climate change is making polluted sites more susceptible to flooding
Our experience here in Houston may be a warning to other communities that we are unprepared for this climate change threat.3 days ago - Climate -
Top stories - CBS News
The Climate Election: Immigration, explained
Immigration remains among the top concerns for voters in the 2024 election. But when it comes to policy, many ignore a key reason why people are forced to leave their homes — climate change. ...3 days ago - Climate -
World - The Guardian
Meteorologists could be climate change heroes by relaying its urgency to the public
Weathercasters are positioned to help viewers connect short-term extreme events – like hurricanes – with the climate crisis. Some have called Hurricanes Helene and Milton an October surprise. ...3 days ago - Climate -
World - ABC News
King Charles III's Commonwealth visit to Samoa will highlight climate change ... and dance
King Charles III should be prepared to dance when he visits Samoa this week3 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - The New York Times
The Quest to Save Koshihikari Rice From the Effects of Climate Change
Scientists in Japan are mining DNA to try to make the country’s famous Koshihikari rice resistant to heat, after a broiling summer ravaged the crop.3 days ago - Climate -
Politics - The Hill
An 'Obamacare' for homeowners insurance could protect against climate change
The solution lies in cooperative federalism: setting federal standards for homeowners insurance while allowing states the flexibility to adapt those standards to their unique risks.4 days ago - Climate -
Entertainment - ABC News
Jury paves the way for 2 Live Crew to retake control of records that changed hip-hop
A decision by a Florida jury is paving the way for the surviving members of 2 Live Crew to retake control of much of their iconic discography, following a yearslong copyright dispute6 days ago -
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Top stories - CBS News
Inside Lebanon's only burn unit
Israel's multi-front conflict against Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon has a significant civilian toll. A CBS News foreign correspondent reports on Lebanon's only burn unit. Warning: some of ...October 17 -
World - The New York Times
More Forests Are on Fire, a Big Risk in Climate Change Fight
Carbon emissions from forest fires increased more than 60 percent globally over the past two decades, according to a new study.October 17 - Climate -
World - The Guardian
Sha’ban al-Dalou burned alive before the world. May his death awaken us | Zak Witus
We must make this moment a watershed that quenches the hellfire that threatens to envelop Israel, Palestine, Lebanon and the entire region. Last Sunday night, as I was getting ready for bed, my ...October 17 -
World - The New York Times
Is Brazil’s Supreme Court Saving Democracy or Threatening It?
Brazil’s top court expanded its power to protect democracy. But some are wondering whether the court now represents the threat.October 17 - Brazil -
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Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
His Palme d'Or may change things, but for now, he can still go to the movies in L.A.
Director Sean Baker loves Los Angeles moviegoing. We interviewed him at Gardena Cinema about 'Anora,' his brassy romantic comedy that should be a breakout.October 16 -
Business - Inc.
Starbucks Quietly Made a Big Change That You May Not Have Even Noticed. You’ll Either Love It or Hate It
New CEO Brian Niccol’s strategy is to reestablish Starbucks as a premium brand, and recent changes show it’s moving in that direction.October 16 -
World - The Guardian
A moment that changed me: I was trapped in a burning building – and realised how much I wanted to live
I was in a friend’s fifth-floor flat when the place went up in flames. Suddenly I understood my mortality and what I was prepared to do to save myself. . When my friend Jonathan heard the crash ...October 16 -
Top stories - CBS News
Climate change-induced extreme weather will push millions to move, study finds
As the southern U.S. reels from back-to-back hurricanes, researchers estimate that millions will move away from areas with extreme weather in the coming decades. Senior research geographer Dr. ...October 15 - Climate -
World - ABC News
4 people die in a migrant boat accident off a Greek island
Greek authorities say four people, including two children, have died off the island of Kos in an accident involving a migrant smuggling boat crossing from nearby TurkeyOctober 15 -
Top stories - BBC News
Sara Sharif hooded and burned by abusers, court hears
Makeshift plastic hoods were used on the 10-year-old, who suffered dozens of injuries, jurors heard.October 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Most in Florida support candidates who fight climate change: Survey
A majority of Floridians said they would prefer political candidates who back action on climate change, according to a Florida Atlantic University survey released Tuesday. The poll, conducted ...October 15 - Florida -
Top stories - BBC News
Burning rubbish now UK’s dirtiest form of power
Nearly half of waste is now burned for energy, but BBC analysis finds it is as dirty as coal.October 15 -
Business - Financial Times
Insurers embrace climate change investments as catastrophe costs mount
Industry adopts low-carbon goals it once shunned as natural disaster losses exceed $100bn a yearOctober 15 - Climate -
Sports - CBS Sports
Dillon Gabriel's record-breaking career has been a good run, now it may finally end with a ring on his hand
Dillon Gabriel is near the top of the FBS record books but he doesn't yet have a championship to show for itOctober 14