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NASCAR: Bubba Wallace signs contract extension with 23XI Racing
Wallace has two wins over four seasons with the team and finished 10th in the standings in 2023.6 minutes ago - NASCAR -
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Fed goes big with interest rate cut in a bid to head off an economic slowdown
The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it was lowering its interest rate by half a percentage point, an unusually aggressive move designed to cushion the economy from a further slowdown.30 minutes ago - Federal Reserve -
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Kentucky governor bans use of "conversion therapy" on minors
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear issued an executive order to ban "conversion therapy," a discredited practice that attempts to change a person's sexual orientation or gender identity.1 hour ago -
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What we know about firm linked to Lebanon pagers
BBC Verify has looked into a firm called BAC Consulting, which has been linked to the pagers' production.1 hour ago -
Inc. - Business
Startup Intuitive Machines Wins $4.8 Billion NASA Contract
To establish a permanent base on the Moon and explore its surface, NASA needs a 21st century communications infrastructure. It chose a small Houston, Texas-based commercial space company to do the ...2 hours ago - NASA -
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Abused in Public Housing, Victims Often Face a Long Wait to Move
A 2013 provision to federal law was intended to ensure that domestic violence victims living in subsidized housing could move quickly to safer homes. But they often wait in fear.3 hours ago -
The New York Times - Health
What R.F.K. Jr.’s Alliance With Trump Could Mean for Public Health
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has long voiced doubts about vaccine safety, has hopes of influencing federal health policy. Could he finally get the chance?4 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Ex-OceanGate employee calls Titan disaster ‘inevitable’ as first video shown
David Lochridge tells hearing he alerted company to safety fears over submersible that imploded but was ignored. A former marine operator who worked for the company behind the Titan submersible ...5 hours ago -
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Hezbollah's exploding pagers made by Hungarian company, Taiwan firm says
A Taiwanese firm's name appeared on Hezbollah's pagers that blew up in Lebanon, but the company says they were made by a Hungarian partner.5 hours ago -
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Former Sabres Forward Calls It a Career
This former Buffalo Sabres forward has officially announced his retirement.6 hours ago -
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 ...8 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
L&G to sell Cala Homes to buyout firms for £1.35bn
Deal forms part of financial group’s plan to slim down and focus on its main operations8 hours ago -
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Maternity scandal trust faces accountability call
Campaigners are concerned nobody at the trust has been "investigated, sanctioned, or dismissed".13 hours ago -
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Aiyuk details reasons he decided to sign 49ers contract extension
On the debut episode of Deebo Samuel's new podcast "Cleats and Convos," 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk explained why he signed an extension to stay in San Francisco.16 hours ago - NFL -
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Marlboro owner sells UK inhaler firm over backlash
Philip Morris International bought Vectura Group just three years ago in a deal worth more than £1bn.16 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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N.Y.C. Schools Chancellor Seeks to Project Stability as Inquiries Swirl
David C. Banks, whose phone was seized during an investigation related to his brother, largely avoided discussing his current circumstances in his annual State of Our Schools speech.21 hours ago -
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Judge rules Trump Media breached stock contract with early investor
Trump Media breached an agreement with one of the investors that helped the company go public, and must grant the investor a larger share of its stock, a judge ruled.22 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Judge rules Trump Media breached stock contract with early investor
Donald Trump will soon be free to start selling his DJT shares, but the Republican presidential nominee recently said he will not do so.23 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Lucas Raymond Discusses Contract Negotiations After Signing 8-Year Deal
Lucas Raymond wanted a long-term contract with the Red Wings, and he got his wish. Here's what he had to say about the negotiation process.23 hours ago -
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Call Of Duty Season 6's New Weapons, Michael Myers Operator, BlackCell DLC, And More From The Battle Pass
Call of Duty Season 6 arrives to Modern Warfare 3 , Warzone , and Warzone Mobile on September 18. Activision has revealed the content arriving with the new battle pass, including new weapons to ...Yesterday -
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TikTok Faces Tough Questions From Federal Judges in Court Fight to Survive in U.S.
Facing a ban, the social media platform takes its case to court, but gets skeptical reception from the bench.Yesterday - Tiktok -
The Hill - Politics
Obama's longtime speechwriter pens advice book on public speaking
A former White House speechwriter is sharing some of the public speaking tips he picked up while penning prose for President Obama. "These are the lessons in public speaking and communication that ...Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Eagles overreactions from Week 2 loss to Falcons: Saquon Barkley drop to blame? Fourth-down call bad decision?
Overreactions from the Eagles' stunning loss on Monday nightYesterday -
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Iran releases an Austrian man, the first time his imprisonment made public
Iranian state media say authorities have released an Austrian citizen who was held in prison in the country’s northwest, the first time information about his imprisonment was made publicYesterday - Iran -
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Trump campaigning in Michigan in first public appearance since apparent assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump is back on the campaign trail in Michigan Tuesday for his first public event since Sunday's apparent assassination attempt. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - Business
North Sea regulator threatens to name oil groups for decommissioning delays
Some operators have put off plugging wells in hope of passing on costYesterday -
The Guardian - World
Doctors criticise Finland’s proposal to withhold healthcare from migrants
Most undocumented adults would receive only emergency treatment in plan medical association calls ‘very damaging’. Doctors have urged Finland’s rightwing government to change “problematic and ...Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Meta Bans Russia's RT From Facebook, Instagram for 'Foreign Interference'
The ban follows U.S. sanctions against the media outlet for alleged attempts to interfere in foreign elections.Yesterday - Russia -
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Trump and Harris had 'cordial' call following apparent assassination attempt
Trump to hold first public event since apparent assassination attemptYesterday - Donald Trump -
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Inquiry reveals new details of serial killer's death
Peter Tobin had multiple health issues after falling and breaking his leg in his cell at HMP Edinburgh.Yesterday -
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Meta Plans to Ban the Russian TV Network RT
The Facebook and Instagram owner said it would bar Russian media outlets including RT, which the U.S. has accused of acting as an intelligence arm.Yesterday - Russia -
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Facebook owner bans Russian state media networks
Russian state media outlets have come under increased scrutiny in Western countries.Yesterday - Russia -
The Guardian - World
Women in UK ‘will be worse off than in 2010 unless public spending rises’
Economists say living standards of poorest women will decline by 21% by 2027-28 if Labour sticks to Tory plans. Rachel Reeves should announce a significant uplift in public spending in next month’s ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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Plans to ban traffic on Oxford Street announced
London mayor Sadiq Khan says "urgent action" is needed to regenerate the busy shopping street.Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
From steel to kimchi, South Korean exporters face flood of Chinese rivals
Overproduction, tariffs and weak demand increase competition with a glut of low-cost goodsYesterday - China -
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The guarantee protections in Deshaun Watson's contract for 2024-26 still apply
August 2024 restructuring has no impact on status of guarantees.3 days ago