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Business - Financial Times
Israel pounds Lebanon in fierce wave of strikes
Beirut hit overnight with intense wave of bombing against Hizbollah including targets near airport29 minutes ago - Israel -
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Trump mixes somber remembrance with heated rhetoric in his return to Butler
Trump set the stage for a bruising final month of the presidential campaign during a return visit to the Pennsylvania venue where a gunman attempted to assassinate him this summer.7 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Ben Stokes confident England have characters who can take the heat
Pressure will be on inexperienced bowling lineup as tourists aim to repeat triumph of 2022. Last month as much rain fell on Bedfordshire as Multan has in a year. The city gets about 2mm in an ...15 hours ago -
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In California, heat and dry conditions make arson a more potent threat
In California, nearly half the acres burned this year were due to blazes allegedly ignited by arson. The damage shows how climate change is exacerbating the danger of arson.16 hours ago - California -
World - The Guardian
Middle East crisis live: more explosions overnight in Beirut after Israel demands new evacuations
UN condemns ‘totally unacceptable’ civilian death toll in Lebanon; Biden cautions Israel over retaliation against Iran . Living in Lebanon: how have you been affected by the recent violence? ...Yesterday - Israel -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NFL turned down 49ers' request to wear white uniforms Sunday vs. Cardinals despite heat wave, coach says
San Francisco will have to wear their red jerseys at home during record heat, despite Kyle Shanahan's request to wear white.Yesterday - NFL -
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How an Uber Eats Order Unraveled a Couple’s Injury Lawsuit
A New Jersey couple sued Uber after a crash left them severely injured. An appeals court ruled that they had agreed to settle disputes out of court when they used the Uber Eats app.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
California regroups after Newsom veto
The Hill's weekly technology news digest. {beacon} Friday, October 4, 2024 LEADING THE DAY Newsom AI veto likely to stand Image © AP California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) this week vetoed perhaps ...Yesterday - California -
Health - The New York Times
As Bird Flu Spreads, Two New Cases Diagnosed in California
Both patients were dairy workers whose illnesses were mild. Investigators are continuing to evaluate the contacts of a Missouri patient who had no exposure to animals.Yesterday - California -
Politics - The Hill
Dead heat gets even hotter for Harris
Kamala Harris' campaign is facing pressure as polls tighten, and her recent actions such as visiting the southern border, giving an economic speech, and holding a softball interview suggest that ...Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
London Euston station ordered to shut down giant advertising screens
Transport minister demands changes to get a ‘grip’ on overcrowdingYesterday -
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Severe flooding in Thailand forces evacuation of elephant sanctuary
BANGKOK — A well-known elephant sanctuary in Thailand appealed for help on Friday after torrential flash floods forced the evacuation of about 100 elephants.Yesterday -
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Israel hits Beirut in wave of airstrikes across Lebanon
Israel carried out a wave of air-strikes across Lebanon Thursday night with explosions rocking Beirut's southern suburbs, including one close to the international airport as the IDF continues its ...Yesterday - Israel -
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 ...Yesterday - Climate -
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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 ...2 days ago - Israel -
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Israel hits Lebanon with new airstrikes as U.S. prepares to evacuate Americans
Israeli warplanes are striking Beirut's southern suburbs relentlessly, reducing entire buildings to smoldering mountains of rubble, with the number of fatalities and injuries continuing to rise. ...2 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Israel orders evacuation of southern Lebanese city as Beirut strikes continue
People of Nabatieh are told to leave, adding to mass displacement, and multiple airstrikes are heard in capital. Middle East crisis: live updates The Israeli military has ordered evacuations ...2 days ago - Israel -
World - The New York Times
How 2 Offhand Remarks by Biden Caused Waves in the Markets and the Middle East
The president’s casual disclosures underscored the power of his words — and how quickly they travel.2 days ago - Joe Biden -
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World - The New York Times
Friday Briefing: Israel Expands Evacuation Orders in Lebanon
Plus, paying countries to protect trees.2 days ago - Israel -
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October heat wave sets dozens of records in California and Arizona
More than 50 new heat records were set on Wednesday, as an October heat wave continues to bake California and Arizona.2 days ago - California -
Politics - The Hill
California to see unusual October heat wave with record-setting temperatures
California is set to see an unusual October heat wave with a chance of record-setting temperatures in the coming days, the National Weather Service (NWS) said Wednesday. “Record-breaking heat will ...2 days ago - California -
World - The New York Times
Russia, U.S. and Other Countries Are Evacuating Their Citizens from Lebanon
Several countries have chartered flights, while others issued warnings and offered assistance.2 days ago - Russia -
Business - Inc.
Judge Blocks California’s Deepfake Crackdown Law
Judge John A. Mendez said AI and deepfakes pose significant risks, but the contentious law likely violates the First Amendment.2 days ago - California -
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British nationals tell of 'surreal' Lebanon evacuation
Student Isobel Taper says it feels "surreal" being back in the UK, having left her boyfriend and cats in Beirut.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Factory orders drop in August, the third decline in the past four months
Orders for manufactured goods fell 0.2% in August after a strong gain in the prior month, the Commerce Department said Thursday. It is the third decline in orders in the past four months.2 days ago -
Tech - Wired
As Wildfires Rage, California’s Insurance Market Is in Crisis
Providers are offering fewer and fewer policies because of costlier climate-fueled fires, homeowners moving into riskier areas, and outdated regulation of the insurance industry.2 days ago - California -
Politics - The Hill
Everything is getting politicized in heated Trump-Harris battle
Disaster response, the Secret Service and a city of 60,000 people in Ohio all have become fodder for an increasingly heated campaign season, underscoring how once nonpolitical events and people are ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Wildfires are burning through humanity’s carbon budget, study shows
Forests around world being changed from carbon sinks into carbon sources, making it harder to slow global heating. Wildfires are burning through the carbon budget that humans have allocated ...2 days ago -
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Maui officials reveal the cause of deadly Lahaina wildfire
A report from the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives found that broken power lines caused the deadly August 2023 wildfire in Maui.3 days ago