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Financial Times - World
Could North Carolina be in play for the Democrats?
Also in today’s newsletter, Teamsters opts against presidential endorsement and what the Fed’s rate cut means for the election27 minutes ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Thunderstorm warnings mark end of UK summer
The week is set to end with a bang in the southern half of the UK as the warm spell concludes. Tomasz Schafernaker explains.1 hour ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
London transport upgrades stall as financial squeeze bites
Mayor Sadiq Khan argues improvements are needed to stimulate housebuilding in the capital and regenerate neighbourhoods9 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
House Defeats Mike Johnson’s Spending Bill as Government Shutdown Looms
Both Republicans and Democrats opposed the stopgap funding bill, which was tied to new rules requiring proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote.10 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Why hundreds of Samsung workers are protesting in India
About 1500 workers in Tamil Nadu state have been striking work for the past 11 days.12 hours ago - India -
CBS News - Top stories
House fails to pass Speaker Johnson's government funding plan
The House voted 202 to 220 Wednesday rejecting Speaker Mike Johnson's proposal to extend government funding for six months. Congress has until Oct. 1 to reach an agreement to keep the government open.13 hours ago - House -
Inc. - Business
Amazon Raises Hourly Wages for Fulfillment, Transport Workers
The hikes go into effect this month and may help retain workers through the holiday season.15 hours ago - Amazon -
Financial Times - Business
UK employers to retain right to place new hires on 6-month probation
Government settles on compromise over employment reforms promised by Labour in election campaign17 hours ago - United Kingdom -
CBS News - Top stories
House to vote on Mike Johnson's spending plan to avoid a government shutdown
House Speaker Mike Johnson says he is confident about a vote on his proposal to avoid a government shutdown. The Senate will likely block the plan if it passes in the House of Representatives. CBS ...18 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Dutch government led by far-right PVV asks EU for opt-out from asylum rules
Move by coalition headed by Geert Wilders’ Freedom party is unlikely to get a positive reception in Brussels. The new Dutch coalition government headed by Geert Wilders’ far-right Freedom party ...21 hours ago - Netherlands -
ABC News - World
Cyprus' top court sacks the government's chief accountant over misconduct
Cyprus’ top court has ordered that the government's comptroller general be removed from his post for misconduct and interferences in the works of the judiciary21 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Concussion warning over face-slap fighting
Doctors worry about brain damage from a new type of championship fighting that has grown in popularity.22 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
House to vote on GOP plan to avert government shutdown
The House is set to vote Wednesday on Speaker Mike Johnson's plan to keep the government funded with Congress up against an October 1 deadline to pass a spending bill or continuing resolution to ...22 hours ago -
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Small beer: Study calls on government to shrink pints
Cambridge University found serving beer in two-thirds of a pint glasses led to a 10% drop in drinking.22 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Amazon calls workers back 5 days a week—other companies may be 'right behind them,' expert says
Amazon's announcement could prompt other companies to introduce stricter in-office requirements for employees by the end of 2024, says one workplace expert.22 hours ago -
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Dutch government led by hard right asks for formal opt-out from EU migration rules
The new Dutch government dominated by the far-right party of Geert Wilders has officially asked the European Union for an exemption from its migration obligations23 hours ago - Netherlands -
ESPN - Sports
Mbappé, Bellingham warn: Madrid will improve
Kylian Mbappé said he believes he "can do more" despite scoring five goals in seven games since joining Real Madrid this summer, while his teammate Jude Bellingham added he knows the reigning ...23 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
House to vote on GOP plan to fund government as shutdown deadline looms
The House is voting Wednesday on a government funding measure with less than two weeks before a possible government shutdown.Yesterday -
NBC News - Politics
McConnell: Government shutdown before election ‘politically beyond stupid’
A vote on a stopgap funding bill that would prevent a government shutdown is expected to fail in Congress, a consequence that does not sit well with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky. ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Employers say many Gen Z workers aren't prepared for the workplace: survey
Gen Z employees have some work ahead to earn the trust of their bosses.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
'Just the facts': Seeking to provide the public with the government data they need
Making government data more accessible and easier to understand: That's the standing goal for Poppy MacDonald. MacDonald, a former news executive, now leads "USA Facts,” a nonpartisan, nonprofit ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Expert who coined presenteeism term says employers who force staff back are dinosaurs
Sir Cary Cooper says ‘micromanagers’ risk driving away talent, damaging wellbeing and harming productivity. Employers who force staff to return to the office five days a week have been called the ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
Reeves orders crackdown on government use of consultants
Chancellor seeks to save £1bn on external contracts as part of spending review ahead of UK BudgetYesterday -
The New York Times - World
Israel’s Netanyahu Considers Firing Defense Minister Gallant in Government Shakeup
Dismissing the minister, Yoav Gallant, would remove a frequent critic of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a time of mounting tensions with Hezbollah.Yesterday - Israel -
The Hill - Politics
Johnson outlines economic plan under Trump if GOP controls government in 2025
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Tuesday outlined his economic agenda for the first 100 days under a second Trump administration — a plan that assumes Republicans will win unified control of ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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, ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Fires That Could Reshape the Amazon
Vast, diverse parts of Brazil are burning at the same time, forcing officials to rethink how to protect crucial ecosystems like the Amazon.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
The Apple Watch Series 10 offers mostly minor upgrades, but faster charging is a big plus
There are lots of refinements to the new Apple Watch Series 10 such as a bigger screen, faster charging and new polished titanium models.Yesterday - Apple -
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NBC News - Top stories
Georgian parliament approves law curbing LGBTQ rights
Georgian lawmakers approved the third and final reading of a law on “family values and the protection of minors” that would impose sweeping curbs on LGBTQ rights.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Right to WFH boosts productivity, Labour says
Firms should "judge people on outcomes, not presenteeism", Jonathan Reynolds insists.2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Many in Indian-controlled Kashmir plan to vote this time to deny Modi total control
For decades, boycotting elections in Indian-controlled Kashmir was a sign of protest against Indian rule2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Treasury ‘saying no to everything’ will hit growth, warns Burnham
Manchester mayor says powerful finance ministry has to fundamentally change way it thinks2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Brexit deal impact in UK is worsening, warn economists
The findings come from a report covering the three-year period after the Brexit deal was signed.2 days ago - United Kingdom