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Top stories - BBC News
Tens of thousands take part in pro-Palestinian march
Protesters in London have called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the Middle East conflict.28 minutes ago -
Top stories - NBC News
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.1 hour ago - California -
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World - ABC News
Israel expands its bombardment in Lebanon as tens of thousands flee
Israel is expanding its bombardment in Lebanon, hitting Beirut’s southern suburbs with a dozen airstrikes and striking a Palestinian refugee camp deep in northern Lebanon for the first time2 hours ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Tens of thousands join pro-Palestinian protest in London
Separate memorial event on Sunday organised by Jewish groups will mark anniversary of 7 October attack on Israel. Middle East crisis – live updates Tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian ...3 hours ago -
Tech - Wired
Stealthy Malware Has Infected Thousands of Linux Systems for Years
Perfctl malware is hard to detect, persists after reboots, and can perform a breadth of malicious activities.3 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Haitian gang slaughters at least 70 people as thousands flee
Gang members brandishing automatic rifles stormed through a town in Haiti’s main breadbasket region, killing at least 70 and forcing over 6,000 to flee, causing widespread shock even in a country ...7 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Collier bounces back, helps Lynx get edge on Sun
Napheesa Collier scored 26 points and the Lynx beat the Sun 90-81 to take a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five semifinal series. Game 4 is Sunday, when a win for Minnesota would put it back in the WNBA ...10 hours ago -
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.18 hours ago - NFL -
World - ABC News
Thousands of Jewish pilgrims come to Ukraine for Rosh Hashana despite official warnings
Thousands of pilgrims have joined an annual gathering to mark the Jewish new year in the central Ukrainian town of Uman, despite the war against Russia20 hours ago - Ukraine -
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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 ...22 hours ago - 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 - The New York Times
Supreme Court Lets Biden Plans on Mercury and Methane Move Forward
Republican-led states and industry groups argued that the Environmental Protection Agency had moved too fast and imposed onerous regulations.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
EU to Move Ahead With New Tariffs on Chinese-Made EVs
The bloc approved import duties of up to 45%, defying pleas from some European auto executives who fear retaliation from Beijing.Yesterday - European Union -
Top stories - NBC News
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 -
Top stories - CBS News
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 -
Sports - ESPN
Germany name uncapped trio amid keeper crisis
Germany have selected three goalkeepers who are yet to make a senior international appearance ahead of their Nations League games against Bosnia and the Netherlands.Yesterday -
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.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
World - The New York Times
Friday Briefing: Israel Expands Evacuation Orders in Lebanon
Plus, paying countries to protect trees.Yesterday - Israel -
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 -
Top stories - NBC News
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.Yesterday - 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 ...Yesterday - California -
Top stories - CBS News
U.S. won't extend legal status for thousands of Venezuelan migrants
The Biden administration will not extend the legal status of tens of thousands of Venezuelan migrants who were allowed to fly to the U.S. under a sponsorship program.Yesterday -
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.Yesterday - California -
Top stories - BBC News
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 -
World - The Guardian
Jamaica welcomes US move to clamp down on gun trafficking to Caribbean
Horace Chang, deputy PM of country with highest homicide rate, praises US attorneys generals’ support for legislation. Jamaica’s deputy prime minister has welcomed a campaign by the New York ...2 days ago -
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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 -
Tech - GameSpot
Fortnite Limited-Edition PS5 DualSense Preorders Are Selling Out Fast
Fortnite Limited-Edition PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller $85 | Releases November ...2 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
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.2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
California’s $20 Fast-Food Minimum Wage Is a Win-Win-Win, Research Says
A study by UC Berkeley economists says the state’s mandated hourly minimum pay hike increased worker income, but left employment and menu price levels largely unchanged.3 days ago - California -