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Biden Urges Congress to Replenish Disaster Relief Funds Quickly
The president said a Small Business Administration program needed to help business owners recover from Hurricane Helene was set to run out of money in weeks, before Congress reconvenes.2 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Politics - The Hill
Democrats irked over 'pro-choice' GOP candidates
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Dems irked as GOP rivals tout ‘pro-choice’ positions A handful of Republican candidates running for ...7 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Biden Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Halted by Judge After Brief Reprieve
The ruling was the latest instance of legal whiplash for the over 27 million borrowers who could qualify, and yet another blow to the president’s pledge to provide mass student debt relief.8 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Health - The New York Times
As America’s Marijuana Use Grows, So Do the Risks
The drug, legal in much of the country, is widely seen as nonaddictive and safe. For some users, these assumptions are dangerously wrong.9 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Biden says he's concerned election won't be 'peaceful' after Trump, Vance comments
President Joe Biden on Friday called Donald Trump's comments about the 2020 election "very dangerous."10 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - The New York Times
For Congress, Disaster Funding Has Its Own Perils
Congressional leaders deferred a debate over sending federal money to respond to Hurricane Helene until after the election, delaying a potentially messy political fight.11 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Watch live: White House holds briefing after Biden tours Helene damage, port workers strike deal
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre will hold a news briefing Friday afternoon. The briefing comes a day after President Biden traveled to Florida and Georgia in the aftermath of ...13 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Politics - The Hill
Cook shifts 5 House races toward Democrats
The nonpartisan group Cook Political Report has shifted five House races toward Democrats, a sign of momentum for the party in the Midwest. Two Iowa races have moved into toss-up territory, as ...14 hours ago -
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Here's what an $80,000 home equity loan costs per month now that rates are falling
Home equity loan interest rates are on the decline. Here's what it costs monthly to borrow $80,000 worth of equity.15 hours ago -
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Biden's student loan cancellation is put on hold again after day of legal whiplash
A federal judge in Missouri put a temporary hold on President Joe Biden’s latest student loan cancellation plan on Thursday, slamming the door on hope it would move forward after another judge ...16 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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How to financially prepare for natural disasters, unexpected events
In today's MoneyWatch, CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger shares advice on preparing for natural disasters, unexpected events.16 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Walz did what he needed to do at the debate: boost the Democratic ticket
In a recent vice presidential debate, Tim Walz and JD Vance engaged in a dramatic encounter that was great theater and had an impact on the outcome of the presidential race.16 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Oil surges after Biden comments on Israeli retaliation
US officials believe response to Iranian strike will be measured enough to avoid escalation19 hours ago - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
At least 78 dead and dozens missing after ferry disaster in DR Congo
Overcrowded boat on Lake Kivu capsizes as it was about to dock near Goma, with death toll likely to rise significantly. At least 78 people have drowned and many more are missing after a boat ...19 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Union and bosses agree deal to end port strike
Also in today’s newsletter, Texas Stock Exchange pledges tougher standards than New York rivals and have we passed peak obesity?20 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Antarctica is ‘greening’ at dramatic rate as climate heats
Analysis of satellite data finds plant cover has increased more than tenfold over the last few decades. Plant cover across the Antarctic peninsula has soared more than tenfold over the last few ...21 hours ago - Climate -
World - The Guardian
The Black quarterback is now the NFL’s leading man. But at what cost?
Black signal callers are no longer marginalized. But it also means that, to some extent, they have been forced to become company men. Two years ago, under a cloudless sky in north central ...21 hours ago - NFL -
World - The Guardian
Middle East crisis live: Beirut strikes reportedly target Nasrallah successor; 18 killed in Israeli strike on West Bank, officials say
Target in Lebanese capital thought to be Hashem Safieddine, say Israeli media reports; Palestinian media say death toll largest in single West Bank attack in 24 years . Lebanon’s ambassador to the ...Yesterday - Israel -
World - Financial Times
Indian appetite for Swiss watches grows
Brands increase exports to meet demand from exponentially growing luxury marketYesterday - India -
Business - The New York Times
Oil Prices Jump After Biden Says ‘Discussing’ Potential Israeli Strike on Iranian Facilities
The president was asked about a potential strike on the oil infrastructure of Iran, which accounts for about 2 percent of the world’s supply.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Science - The New York Times
Why Mount Everest Is Growing Taller Every Year
Researchers say that two rivers merged some 89,000 years ago and gave the mightiest peak in the Himalayas a huge growth spurt.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Biden declares ‘collective bargaining works’ after deal struck
President Biden on Thursday hailed the agreement made between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union and the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX) to end the port strike, arguing that ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
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'Botched insulation means mushrooms grow on my walls'
MPs and Citizens Advice urge the government to address regulation of the sector.Yesterday -
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Why Trump Is Lying About Disaster Relief
His usual trash-talking is losing its mojo.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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Biden speaks in Georgia after surveying Helene damage
President Biden spoke in Ray City, Georgia, Thursday afternoon after surveying damage from Hurricane Helene in both the Peach State and Florida. Mr. Biden stressed there are no Democrats and ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Business - CNBC
Biden administration can move forward with student loan forgiveness, federal judge rules
A federal judge will let expire a temporary restraining order against the Biden administration's sweeping new student loan forgiveness plan.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
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World - The Guardian
Revealed: CEO at heart of US ports strike made crude attacks on Biden and Democrats
David Adam of USMX made coarse remarks about president and appeared to endorse rightwing conspiracy theory. An executive representing ports where tens of thousands of workers went on strike this ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
Lebanese healthcare workers fearful as growing numbers killed in strikes
At least 50 paramedics have been killed in Lebanon over the last two weeks. The airstrikes started just before noon. The injured and the dead quickly followed. As the ground in the southern ...Yesterday -
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Biden's student loan forgiveness plan can take effect after judge lets restraining order expire
President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness program can proceed after a judge Wednesday let a temporary restraining order on the plan expire.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Top stories - CBS News
White House pushing for dockworker deal with concerns growing over prolonged strike
The White House has been nudging the International Longshoremen's Association and shipping companies to reach a deal with billions on the line for the U.S. economy as the port strike continues. CBS ...Yesterday -
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Walz, Vance stump for running mates after VP debate
Tim Walz and JD Vance were back on the campaign trail Wednesday making their cases for their running mates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, in the wake of Tuesday's vice presidential debate. CBS ...Yesterday -
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Hurricane Kirk strengthens in the Atlantic, expected to grow rapidly
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.Yesterday -
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Ship queue grows at U.S. ports as dockworker strike enters third day
Long lines of container ships queued up outside major U.S. ports on Thursday as the biggest dockworker strike in nearly half a century entered its third day.Yesterday -