Does the U.S. need a secretary of loneliness?

Here’s why governments should invest in fighting social isolation.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 hours ago

Wait, Does Your Whole Body Need Deodorant?

No. But body odor is a hot topic on social media as companies try to provide what one dermatologist called, “the answer to a problem people didn’t even know they have.”

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 6

How Technology and Loneliness are Interlinked

Technology and loneliness are interlinked, researchers have found, stoked by the ways we interact with social media, text messaging and binge-watching.

Tech - The New York Times - 5 days ago

U.S.-China relations expected to be strained no matter who wins the White House

As Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris face off in the presidential election, China’s President Xi Jinping has not expressed a preference for either.

Does Africa need its own credit rating agency?

A pan-continental body is not a cure-all for its debt problems

World - Financial Times - October 29

Does Your Watch Need Care? This Website Wants to Help.

WatchCheck says it can arrange repairs and maintenance for more than 200 brands and 38,700 models.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 7

U.S. Defense Secretary Urges Israel to Scale Back Attacks in Beirut Area

Lloyd J. Austin lamented that civilian casualties during Israel’s war in Lebanon were “far too high.”

World - The New York Times - October 20

What the stock market typically does after the U.S. election, according to history

Stocks typically rise after a presidential election, but investors need to be prepared for some short-term choppiness first, history shows.

Business - CNBC - November 5

Meet the DIY group for men fixing loneliness and loss

Group that focuses on DIY projects is oversubscribed by men of all ages who want to avoid loneliness.

John Fetterman says Democrats need to stop 'freaking out' over everything Trump does

In the closing weeks of the presidential campaign, Sen.

The U.S. election need not be scary. History shows this is the way to trade it, says Citi.

The S&P 500 looks well set for the rest of 2024, but there’s also a way to gain from short-term volatility

Business - MarketWatch - November 1

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says there is evidence that North Korea has sent troops to Russia

World - ABC News - October 23

Here's what the U.S.' enemies — and allies — might see from Marco Rubio as secretary of State

Sen. Marco Rubio's nomination as secretary of State will see him become the world's most important diplomat.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

'Political malpractice' if Trump undoes climate-geared Biden projects, outgoing U.S. energy secretary says

Outgoing U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm called for consistency in Washington's climate policies and global role in the green transition.

Business - CNBC - 5 hours ago

When does free speech cross the line into breaking U.S. anti-terrorism laws?

Charlotte Kates, co-founder of the pro-Hamas organization Samidoun, has become the focus of an ongoing legal debate: When does free speech cross the line into breaking federal anti-terror laws?

Election loneliness is real, but 1 program encouraging to vote for kindness

One U.S. city is encouraging people to look beyond political views and build personal connections as the country heads into Election Day.

You need over $100,000 a year to retire comfortably in 3 U.S. states—none are New York

Retiring comfortably in Hawaii costs more than twice as much as in most other U.S. states.

Business - CNBC - October 19

'On vacation every single day': I left the U.S. to live in Vietnam and only need to work 15 hours a week

Kavi Vu, 33, moved to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in August 2023. Today, she lives on about $1,500 a month, according to documents reviewed.

Business - CNBC - October 22

New Mexico's free child care program is bringing relief to millions of U.S. families in need

A ballot measure enacted with bipartisan support two years ago tapped a unique funding source — but shows how states can transform households’ finances when they get creative.

Politics - NBC News - October 30

Where Does This Leave Democrats?

The coalition the Democratic Party built in the Obama years has crumbled. But Democrats can choose how to respond.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

Advice for the next White House press secretary (from a former press secretary)

Because no day is ever the same, and there is no playbook for the job, I have a few tips for the next press secretary.

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Frey, Herbster in mix for Agriculture secretary

Politics - Politico - 3 days ago

Trump Picks Burgum for Interior Secretary

The North Dakota governor helped strengthen ties between the oil industry and President-elect Donald J. Trump.

Top stories - The New York Times - 18 hours ago

What does King Charles do?

The King resumed public duties in April after a temporary pause following his cancer diagnosis.

Does Australia want the British monarchy?

A visit by King Charles has reignited the debate over cutting ties with the royals

Does the EU have a strategy for gas?

One of the largest US LNG producers is pitching flexible contracts to help the bloc diversify its energy mix

World - Financial Times - October 29

How does the Electoral College work?

Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will need to secure at least 270 votes in the Electoral College to win the 2024 presidential election.

Kenyan President Nominates Interior Secretary as His Deputy

World - Yahoo News - October 18

Health secretary will vote against assisted dying law

The health secretary has told Labour MPs he can not back a change in the law because of the state of palliative care.

Georgia secretary of state office says it repelled cyberattack

The secretary of state's office in Georgia says it was unsuccessfully targeted by a cyberattack earlier this month.

Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey appointed Commonwealth secretary general

Ghana’s foreign minister since 2017, Botchwey supports calls for reparations for transatlantic slavery and colonialism . Commonwealth members have appointed Ghana’s foreign minister, Shirley ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

I'm open-minded on England smacking ban, says Education Secretary

Bridget Phillipson tells the BBC that legislation would not be introduced "any time soon".

Georgia secretary of state: Election is secure, and here's why

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger (R) reassured the state’s voters that the upcoming election is secure and that voters' ballots will be counted. Raffensperger said that no matter ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

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