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Decision due over early release for long-term prisoners
The Scottish government will announce if it is pressing ahead with plans to release long-term prisoners who have completed two-thirds of their sentence.Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
IMF surcharges saga could threaten its credibility
There must be meaningful reform to a system that hurts the most indebted countriesYesterday -
Business - Financial Times
The ‘80-hour circuit breaker’: Wall Street banks tackle workloads of junior staff
Moves to cap weekly hours for entry-level bankers butt against reality of competitive industryYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Harris and Trump gamble $200m on biggest prize
The Keystone State is the lynchpin of the swing-state electoral firewalls for both campaigns.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Here’s how I think Mets will line up NLCS pitching
Plans are far from set, but here is how I think the Mets will set their rotation for the National League Championship Series against either the Los Angeles Dodgers or San Diego Padres.Yesterday - MLB -
Tech - ABC News
Severe solar storm could stress power grids even more as US deals with major back-to-back hurricanes
Space weather forecasters say a severe solar storm heading to Earth could stress power grids even more as the U.S. deals with major back-to-back hurricanesYesterday -
Science - The New York Times
U.S. Warns of Solar Storm That Could Bring Northern Lights and Power Concerns
An explosion of particles is expected to reach Earth on Thursday, and could lead to visible Northern Lights in much of the country while also raising power grid concerns.Yesterday -
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Supreme Court could give Oklahoma murderer another shot at avoiding execution
The Supreme Court appears likely to give Oklahoma death row inmate Richard Glossip another shot in court at overturning his conviction for lack of a fair trial.Yesterday -
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Evacuating could be 'difference between life and death,' Biden says ahead of Milton
President Joe Biden urged residents in the path of Hurricane Milton to evacuate and listen to local officials. Emergency declarations have been approved and the U.S. defense secretary positioned ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
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How rising oil prices could impact the election, according to experts
Oil prices have surged in recent weeks as conflict escalates in the Middle East.Yesterday -
Health - ABC News
Officials work to protect IV supplies in Florida after disruptions at North Carolina plant
Federal officials are working to move IV bags out of the path of Hurricane Milton, which is threatening another manufacturer of IV fluids even as hospitals nationwide are still reeling from ...Yesterday - Florida -
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Sports - The New York Times
Why N.F.L. Executives Think the Jets Fired Robert Saleh Too Soon
Executives who spoke with The Athletic about Saleh’s firing blamed team owner Woody Johnson for making a rash decision.Yesterday - NFL -
Sports - The New York Times
How Jurgen Klopp’s Return to Soccer Could Dent the Coach’s Reputation
A role at Red Bull carries significant risk for the former Liverpool coach, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
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Human trafficking charges against Stagecoach tycoon are dropped
Dame Ann Gloag said the "malicious allegations" have been a devastating threat to her legacy.Yesterday -
Tech - Wired
The AI Nobel Prizes Could Change the Focus of Research
It has been a billboard week for artificial intelligence research. But could big wins for Demis Hassabis and Geoffrey Hinton change broader scientific incentives?Yesterday -
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Letitia James vs. Andrew Cuomo for NYC Mayor? It Could Happen.
With Mayor Eric Adams’s future in doubt, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his adversary Letitia James, the state attorney general, could find themselves in a battle for the city’s top job.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Kamala Harris and allies top Trump and Republicans with $1bn in donations – US politics live
Vice-president and groups supporting her have brought in $1bn in donations since she launched her campaign in July. In an interview earlier today with CNN, Alejandro Mayorkas was asked to ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Milton insured losses could total $100B, analysts say
Hurricane Milton’s impact is expected to cause up to $100 billion in damages according to a Wednesday analysis from MorningStar, putting insured losses on par with Hurricane Katrina. The storm is ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Ministers facing questions over Met’s VIP protection for Taylor Swift
James Cleverly asks Yvette Cooper if she intervened to ensure popstar’s London concerts went ahead . Ministers are facing questions over whether they intervened to grant Taylor Swift VIP police ...2 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
The Trump-Harris Election Is Creating Anxiety on Wall Street
Among deal makers with fortunes at stake, the consequences of a Harris or a Trump win are increasingly murky.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - Inc.
Fed Minutes Could Offer a Peek at Rate Cut Debate
Insight into the central bank’s decision to cut the prime interest rate may signal its plans for future reductions.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
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The science behind why people think they're right when they're so, so wrong
There may be a psychological reason why some people aren’t just wrong in an argument — they’re confidently wrong, according to a study in the journal Plos One.2 days ago -
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Why Hurricane Milton could also cause damage Florida’s inland
NBC News’ Al Roker reports that as Hurricane Milton makes landfall it will impact both coastal and inland areas with strong wind, rain and heavy flooding. The storm has also led to tornado watches ...2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Jenrick vs Badenoch: meet the next Conservative leader
Elimination of James Cleverly from contest leaves Tory members with choice between two rightwingers2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
This hurricane season, mobile voting could empower disenfranchised voters
Before the next storm hits, we need to guarantee that voters fleeing a natural disaster or other emergency have a mobile voting option.2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Why Milton could become one of the most destructive hurricanes on record
When Hurricane Milton reaches Florida's Gulf Coast on Wednesday, the immense and powerful storm could generate “life-threatening” storm surge of up to 15 feet.2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Labour to soften worker protection plan after business pressure
Ministers braced for union backlash after accepting case for letting companies keep employees on probation for up to 9 months2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
European companies could still beat earnings estimates, Barclays says
European companies are heading into the upcoming earnings season on shaky ground, but lowered earnings estimates could help them beat analysts’ forecasts in fiscal 2024.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
How you know the Democrats think Trump is going to win
Predictions for the upcoming election suggest Donald Trump may win. Democrats' complaints about Electoral College bias hint at a potential loss.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - The New York Times
After the Jets Fired Their Head Coach, Which Teams Could Follow?
The Cleveland Browns and the Philadelphia Eagles are among the teams that may consider a change, a columnist for The Athletic writes.2 days ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Could Manchester City Actually Be Relegated? Here’s What the Odds Say.
The Premier League champions are unbeaten in seven matches this season, but face the prospect of a significant points deduction.2 days ago -
Tech - ABC News
American Water cyberattack renews focus on protecting critical infrastructure
A cyberattack continues to affect the nation's largest regulated water and wastewater utility company, renewing a focus on the importance of protecting critical infrastructure2 days ago -
Tech - The New York Times
How a Lobbying Group Is Arguing That Big Tech Protects Free Speech
NetChoice, backed by tech giants including Meta and Google, has successfully argued in court that Big Tech hosts protected speech.4 days ago