Formula 1 says it will expand the grid in 2026 to add an American team branded by General Motors

FirstFT: Chinese tech groups expand AI teams in Silicon Valley

Also in today’s newsletter, ‘hybrid warfare’ in the Baltic Sea and the battle to be the next US Treasury secretary

World - Financial Times - November 19

No. 1 Sinner adds ATP Finals to title haul in '24

Jannik Sinner added another big title to his tremendous year, beating US Open runner-up Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 on Sunday for the ATP Finals trophy.

Sports - ESPN - November 17

Formula 1: São Paulo Grand Prix start time moved up 90 minutes due to weather forecast

The race will be preceded by qualifying at 5:30 a.m. ET.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 2

Why Formula 1’s Glitzy Las Vegas Race Is Suddenly So Important

Max Verstappen criticized the race for being “99 percent show” last year. Now, it could be the backdrop for one of his signature moments.

Sports - The New York Times - November 7

Formula 1: Drivers association speaks out against FIA's punishments for drivers' use of profanity

Charles Leclerc was fined over $10,000 for using a swear word during an interview after the Mexco City Grand Prix.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7

Formula 1: How Max Verstappen can clinch the 2024 world championship at Las Vegas

Verstappen has a 62-point lead over Lando Norris ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 19

Formula 1: As Max Verstappen closes in on a 4th title, Red Bull is behind McLaren and Ferrari for the constructor's crown

McLaren leads Ferrari by 36 points with three races to go. Red Bull is third and 49 points back of McLaren.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

Formula 1’s Title Battle Is Set to Shine Under the Las Vegas Lights

Here are the storylines we’re watching heading into the Saturday evening race.

Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Formula 1: Max Verstappen clinches 4th straight title as George Russell wins Las Vegas Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton drove from 10th to second behind his Mercedes teammate as Verstappen finished fifth ahead of Lando Norris in sixth.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 3 days ago

Max Verstappen wins 4th consecutive Formula 1 driver championship with 5th-place finish at the Las Vegas Grand Prix

Sports - ABC News - 3 days ago

Trump adds senior Vance aide and 2 others to White House team

Politics - Politico - Yesterday

59% of Americans consider this the No. 1 sign of success — it's not wealth

About 59% of surveyed U.S. adults say the ability to spend money on things and activities that make them happy is the top sign of success, a report found.

Business - CNBC - 22 hours ago

Vinícius back for Brazil and Martínez for Argentina in South American 2026 World Cup qualifying

Argentina and Brazil will have two of their leading stars available again as South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup resumes with the last two rounds of games this year

Sports - ABC News - November 12

Cyprus is committed to expanding defense ties with the US, says its president

The president of Cyprus says his administration is committed to expanding defense and security cooperation with the U_S_ as his meeting with the American President Joe Biden last week charted a ...

World - ABC News - November 3

Israel expands assault in north Gaza, says civilians can't come back

Israeli ground forces have "started to operate" around a northern Gaza town, expanding an anti-Hamas offensive that will apparently see residents kept out indefinitely.

American Airlines expanding technology, cracking down on line cutting ahead of holiday travel

American Airlines is bolstering its technology to ensure that passengers board only when their assigned group is called as airports prepare for holiday travel, the airline announced in a release ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Britain will need gas plants as ‘back-up’ for wind in 2030, says grid operator

Report says ‘urgent action’ needed to meet government’s clean power target

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Russia targets Ukraine’s power grid in biggest missile strike in months

Ukraine orders nationwide energy rationing after more than 200 missiles and drones used in attack that killed seven people. Russia launched more than 200 missile and drones at Ukraine’s energy grid ...

World - The Guardian - November 17

Unrwa shutdown by Israel would add to Gaza suffering, says top official

Sam Rose warns of severe consequences amid weakened US stance and points to ICJ demand to protect aid efforts. Middle East crisis – live updates Israel’s plan to close the UN Palestinian ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

Pro Women's Hockey League announces plans to expand by 2 teams for 2025-26 season

Sports - ABC News - October 29

Expanded Big Ten could put 4 teams in the playoff -- thanks to Indiana's unexpected rise

The expanded Big Ten is poised to be a major player in this season’s College Football Playoff

Sports - ABC News - 14 hours ago

Trinity Rodman Owns Her Soccer Style

The standout on the U.S. women’s national team has the makings of a superstar, identifying as an entertainer as much as an athlete.

Sports - The New York Times - November 10

'We are ready': Irish general election to be called on Friday

Simon Harris, the leader of Fine Gael, told Irish broadcaster RTÉ News that the likely polling day will be Friday 29 November.

Acurx Pharmaceuticals to add up to $1 million in bitcoin for treasury reserve, following MicroStrategy's playbook

The board of Acurx Pharmaceuticals has approved the purchase of up to $1 million in bitcoin to hold as a treasury reserve asset.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

1 in 5 Americans get their news from social media influencers

While previous research found more women consume news on sites like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, Pew found close to two-thirds of news influencers are men.

Business - CNBC - November 18

Grant Thornton mixed-gender event reveals full field while PGA Tour Champions adds team tournament

The three main U.S. tours now all have tournaments for teams.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 29

Microsoft Flight Sim 2024 Adds More Servers While Team Works "Around The Clock" To Fix Issues

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has already become one of the most memorable launches of the year, but probably not in the way that developer Asobo Studio hoped. It debuted earlier this week with ...

Tech - GameSpot - 5 days ago

Jim Cramer looks at Target earnings, says consumers are loyal to value and not brands

Jim Cramer also named other companies seeing success despite a tough consumer landscape, including Costco, TJX, Chili's-parent Brinker and Texas Roadhouse.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Gap is still in the early innings of its brand overhaul, but analysts say it’s working

Gap Inc. is still in the early innings of a brand overhaul under Chief Executive Richard Dickson, but the early signs suggest his strategy is working, analysts said Friday.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

20-year-olds borrowed $9,000 from their parents for a college startup—then launched a new business with sales of $1 million a month

Winston Alfieri and Troy Bonde were just 20 and 21 when they came up with the idea for Sauz, which is now available at retailers around the country.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Iranian-American journalist held in Iran, U.S. says

Reza Valizadeh had worked for Radio Farda, an outlet under Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty that's overseen by the U.S. Agency for Global Media.

QB Room, Week 8: NFL trade deadline's top names to watch as contenders try to help their star passers

The 49ers, Chiefs, Lions, Commanders, Chargers, Bills, Eagles and others want to help their QBs at the trade deadline. But maybe not the way you think.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 30

Ranking Every N.F.L. Team From First to Worst, With a New No. 1

Kansas City is back on top, and that’s not the only change in the top five.

Sports - The New York Times - November 12

Middle East crisis live: North Gaza situation ‘apocalyptic’ with whole population at risk of ‘imminent death’, say UN chiefs

‘The entire Palestinian population in North Gaza is at imminent risk of dying from disease, famine and violence’. The Israel Defence Force has shared pictures of Nazi memorabilia it says it found ...

World - The Guardian - November 1

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