FirstFT: General strike starts in Israel amid public anger over hostage deaths
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ABC News - Tech
Israel-Hamas war latest: At least 300 wounded in second day of explosions in Lebanon
Lebanon’s health ministry says at least nine people were killed and 300 wounded by exploding electronic devices in multiple regions of the country8 minutes ago - Israel -
NBC News - Top stories
Boeing starts furloughing tens of thousands of employees amid machinist strike
Boeing will temporarily furlough thousands of U.S. executives, managers and other staff, citing the ongoing machinist strike as the company races to preserve cash, CEO Kelly Ortberg told employees ...26 minutes ago -
CNBC - Business
Boeing starts furloughing tens of thousands of employees amid machinist strike
CEO Kelly Ortberg said affected employees would take one week of furlough every four weeks for the strike's duration and he and his team would take pay cuts.56 minutes ago -
ESPN - Sports
PFA reiterates FIFA lawsuit amid strike storm
The Professional Footballers Association reiterates that it is "taking legal action" against FIFA following the fixture congestion that is affecting the players.1 hour ago -
ABC News - World
Thailand will indict ex-security personnel over the deaths of 78 Muslim protesters in 2004
Prosecutors in Thailand say eight former security personnel accused of responsibility for the deaths of 78 Muslim men arrested 20 years ago will be indicted on murder charges2 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
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.2 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
General Mills profit falls 14% on inflation woes, margin pressure
General Mills Inc.’s stock rose Wednesday after the packaged-food giant beat Wall Street estimates for adjusted profit and revenue, although it said it continues to face inflation and pressure on ...2 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
An Avalanche of Generative AI Videos Is Coming to YouTube Shorts
Google plans to add an AI feature next year inside of the YouTube app for creators to generate 6-second clips using the company’s Veo model.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 -
MarketWatch - Business
General Motors to sell adapters to use Tesla’s supercharger EV network
GM offering an approved NACS DC adapter for purchase through its apps.5 hours ago -
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Financial Times - Business
Hizbollah vows to retaliate against Israel over pager explosions
Militants say they will continue attacks near Lebanon’s border with Israel after sabotage of communications devices kills 126 hours ago - Israel -
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 ...7 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Hizbollah vows to retaliate against Israel over pager explosions
Also in today’s newsletter, focus on the Fed, and BlackRock and Microsoft team up to build data centres8 hours ago - Israel -
Wired - Tech
Most US Teens Use Generative AI. Most of Their Parents Don’t Know
A news survey shows that AI use among high schoolers has exploded in recent months, as educators and parents struggle to keep up.8 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Tupperware files for bankruptcy amid slumping sales
Tupperware and some of its subsidiaries have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the once-iconic food container maker said in a statement.11 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Rodri: Players close to strike over too many games
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has suggested players are "close" to going on strike because of concerns over their increasing workload.13 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Gold is giving you a once-in-a-generation buying opportunity on its way to 4,400
The upside breakout in gold prices has more room to run.18 hours ago -
ABC News - World
The lawyer for 3 Americans facing a death sentence over Congo coup attempt files appeal
Three Americans sentenced to death in Congo for a coup attempt have filed an appeal22 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Manchester City's Rodri claims players are 'close' to going on strike over jam-packed soccer calendar
Rodri played 62 games for club and country last seasonYesterday -
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 -
ABC News - World
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 -
CBS Sports - Sports
B1G Time: Indiana's dominance amid 3-0 start should not be overlooked, thoughts on Michigan's QB change
The manner in which the Hoosiers are winning games should serve as a warning to the rest of the Big TenYesterday - NFL -
BBC News - Top stories
Players 'close' to striking over schedule - Rodri
Manchester City midfielder Rodri says players are close to striking in protest at an increase in fixtures.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
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 -
CBS News - Top stories
Israeli official offers end to Gaza war, safe passage for Hamas leader, in exchange for hostages
Gal Hirsch, who's led Israel's hostage negotiations for almost a year, is making an offer to end the war in Gaza and provide safe passage to Hamas leader Yahyah Sinwar in exchange for the remaining ...Yesterday - Israel -
CBS News - Top stories
Hamas chief silent on Israel's offer of escape in exchange for hostages
Israel's hostage coordinator tells CBS News that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar could leave Gaza with his family if the hostages are released.Yesterday - Israel -
CBS News - World
Hamas chief silent on Israel's offer of escape in exchange for hostages
Israel's hostage coordinator tells CBS News that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar could leave Gaza with his family if the hostages are released.Yesterday - Israel -
ESPN - Sports
Vitale's preseason PTPers, floor generals and more players to watch
From Wooden Award contenders to big men and impact transfers, here is who Dickie V will be watching when the 2024-25 men's college basketball season tips.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Manchester City’s Rodri warns players close to striking over volume of games
‘If it keeps this way we have no other option’ Midfielder believes 40-50 a season is ideal Rodri has said players are close to striking over the increased number of games, with the Manchester ...Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Trump and Harris had 'cordial' call following apparent assassination attempt
Trump to hold first public event since apparent assassination attemptYesterday - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: EU plans €40bn in loans for Ukraine without US
Also in today’s newsletter, US-Japan tech curbs on China and Iran warms to nuclear talksYesterday - Ukraine -
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 -
CBS Sports - Sports
Why Ben Roethlisberger believes Steelers' Justin Fields should continue to start at QB over Russell Wilson
Fields has Pittsburgh off to a 2-0 startYesterday - NFL -
ABC News - Sports
Imanaga strikes out 11 and Swanson homers with 4 RBIs to lead Cubs over A's 9-2
Shota Imanaga struck out a career-high 11 in winning his fifth straight start, Dansby Swanson homered while tying his season high with four RBIs and Chicago Cubs defeated the Oakland Athletics 9-2Yesterday - MLB -
ABC News - Top stories
Boeing strike triggers standoff over losses each side's willing to stomach
Workers could drain savings while company risks ballooning debt, experts said.Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Carolina Panthers bench QB Bryce Young amid the 2023 No. 1 overall pick's rough start to the season, AP source says
Carolina Panthers bench QB Bryce Young amid the 2023 No. 1 overall pick's rough start to the season, AP source saysYesterday - NFL