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Ballot boxes burned in Oregon, Washington

Authorities are investigating after two ballot drop boxes were burned in Oregon and Washington on Monday, just more than a week out from Election Day. Officers determined an incendiary device was ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Why it’s hard to box in the wealthy on tax

Budget measures and missed opportunities show difficulty of raising large sums from highly mobile executives

World - Financial Times - October 30

Eric Schmitt passes on NRSC chair run

Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) has passed on a bid to run the National Republican Senatorial Committee in 2026. Schmitt had emerged in recent weeks as a lead contender to take over for Sen. Steve ...

Politics - The Hill - October 14

Georgia elections chair criticizes 'activist' board members

Georgia State Election Board Chair John Fervier slammed his Republican colleagues Monday, after the state passed new election rules regarding hand-counting ballots. Fervier, in an exclusive ...

Politics - The Hill - October 14

The 14 Best Office Chairs in 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Sitting at a desk for hours? Upgrade your WFH setup and work in style with these comfy WIRED-tested seats.

Tech - Wired - October 31

BBC chair calls for overhaul of UK broadcasting rules

Samir Shah wants regulatory regime improved so public service broadcasters can act with ‘agility, flexibility and pace’

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Jane Street interns make more than Keir Starmer and Jay Powell

More Money Than God 2.0

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Why Powell and Yellen May Have Pulled Off the Impossible With the Economy

Nobody thought they could tame inflation without a recession, but the Fed chair and Treasury secretary seem to have managed a macroeconomic marvel.

Business - Inc. - October 17

National Latino group endorses Florida's Debbie Mucarsel-Powell for Senate

Democratic Florida Senate nominee Debbie Mucarsel-Powell has been endorsed by the country’s oldest Latino civil rights organization, a group that until 2024 had refused to endorse candidates. ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Jeff Bezos, Jay Powell, Serena Williams and More Will Speak at the DealBook Summit

The conference on Dec. 4 will bring together the biggest names in business, politics and culture.

Business - The New York Times - October 29

Harris and Trump command the market’s attention — but Jerome Powell may steal the spotlight

Investors are anxious about the possibility that it could take days, or even weeks, for the results of this week’s presidential and congressional races to be known. But Tuesday’s vote is hardly the ...

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

What Trump’s Win Means for the Federal Reserve and Jerome Powell

Donald J. Trump spent his first presidency on a collision course with America’s central bank. Will it intensify?

Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Powell says he won't resign for Trump, can't be fired

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell had a clear, direct response when asked during a press conference Thursday if he would step down if asked to do so by President-elect Trump. “No,” said Powell, ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Gazans react to reports that the leader of Hamas was killed.

Palestinians in the enclave were divided over whether the death of Yahya Sinwar, if confirmed, would bring the war in Gaza closer to an end.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 17

Kamala Harris reacts to Yahya Sinwar's killing

Vice President Kamala Harris weighed in on news of the death of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar, who was killed during an Israeli operation in the Gaza Strip, according to Israel's military. Harris also ...

U.S. reacts to Israel killing Hamas' Yahya Sinwar

The State Department and the Pentagon reacted to the death of Hamas' Yahya Sinwar after an Israeli military operation in the Gaza Strip. Reacting to the news, the U.S. is highlighting the hopes for ...

One Direction members react to Liam Payne's death

Former One Direction members posted a statement on social media Thursday, saying, "we are devastated by the news of Liam's passing." Liam Payne died on Wednesday after falling from a hotel balcony ...

Israelis and Palestinians react to Hamas leader Sinwar's death

Relatives of the Israeli hostages still held in Gaza say now is the time to negotiate their release.

NHS 'transformation' - and country reacts to Hoy's diagnosis

Labour's new plans for the NHS appear on several fronts, alongside images of Sir Chris Hoy following his terminal cancer diagnosis revelation.

Firearms Expert Reacts To S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Franchise Guns

Jonathan Ferguson, a weapons expert and Keeper of Firearms & Artillery at the Royal Armouries, breaks down more of the weaponry of the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. franchise, including the Obokan from Shadow of ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 26

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