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Hong Kong discovers dinosaur fossils for the first time
Officials in Hong Kong say they have discovered dinosaur fossils in the city for the first time on a remote, uninhabited island that’s part of a geoparkWorld - ABC News - 6 days ago -
Hong Kong discovers dinosaur fossils for the first time
Officials in Hong Kong say they have discovered dinosaur fossils in the city for the first time on a remote, uninhabited island that’s part of a geoparkTech - ABC News - 6 days ago -
Hong Kong discovers dinosaur fossils for the first time
Scientists have discovered dinosaur fossils for the first time in Hong Kong.Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
Poland's leader defends his decision to suspend the right to asylum
Human and civil rights groups are expressing concern after Poland's leader said he would suspend the right to asylum because of its alleged abuse by eastern neighbors Belarus and RussiaWorld - ABC News - October 14 -
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Telecom exec pleads guilty to stealing $100 million from fraud-plagued government program
Issa Asad admitted to submitting phony customer data for years to Lifeline, an FCC program providing discounted telephone and internet service to low-income Americans,Business - MarketWatch - October 16 -
African football’s governing body found to have $16m in expenses missing from accounts
Auditors’ review said to have shown missing expenses It would put losses for year to 30 June 2023 at $25.4m The Confederation of African Football’s audit and compliance committee has claimed ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
Hong Kong bars services like WhatsApp and Google Drive from government computers
The Hong Kong government is barring most civil servants from using popular apps like WhatsApp, WeChat and Google Drive on their work computers due to potential security risksTech - ABC News - 6 days ago -
Trump's 'enemy from within' threat spurs critics' alarm about his authoritarian shift
The dark comments highlight Trump's increasing bend toward authoritarian rhetoric in his third White House campaign, some political scientists told ABC News.Top stories - ABC News - October 15 -
As Russian Forces Turn to Glide Bombs, Ukrainian Civilians Fear a New Threat From the Skies
Cities in eastern and southern Ukraine are increasingly being hit by Russian glide bombs, converted gravity bombs that can be guided to targets, often landing without detection, residents and ...World - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Georgia’s ruling party leads election race, according to election body, but it's unclear who will form next government
Georgia’s ruling party leads election race, according to election body, but it's unclear who will form next governmentWorld - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Elevance Shares Dive After Insurer Faces 'Unprecedented' Medicaid Challenge
The company’s earnings missed expectations, the latest sign of how medical expenses are squeezing insurers’ government businesses.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 17 -
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Montana Senate candidate says he was 'medically discharged' from the Navy. Records say otherwise.
Tim Sheehy has said he was discharged from the Navy for medical reasons due to injuries he sustained on duty, but his military records tell a different story.Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
Michigan QB Jack Tuttle medically retires from football after latest concussion
Jack Tuttle made his first start for the Wolverines earlier this month, but was ruled out of Saturday’s win over Michigan State.Sports - Yahoo Sports - Yesterday -
Explosion kills scores of Nigerians collecting fuel from crashed tanker
People were collecting fuel from tanker that had crashed when it blew up, according to local police. More than 140 people have died in an explosion while rushing to scoop up fuel from a crashed ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Cop29 host Azerbaijan set for major fossil gas expansion, report says
Exclusive: Those with ‘interest in keeping world hooked on fossil fuels’ should not oversee climate talks, say report authors. Azerbaijan, the host of the Cop29 global climate summit, will see a ...World - The Guardian - October 23 -
Hong Kong unearths its first ever dinosaur fossils
Official hails discovery ‘of great significance’ on Port Island, with remains of as yet unknown species to go on display in shopping district on Friday. Hong Kong officials say they have discovered ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
From showgirl feathers to shimmering chandeliers, casino kitsch finds new life
A different kind of spectacle has developed in Las Vegas since the Tropicana and The Mirage casinos closed this yearEntertainment - ABC News - October 21 -
New football regulator to be given power to tackle controversial 'parachute payments'
"Strengthened" legislation to establish an independent football regulator for the elite men's game in England is set to be introduced to parliament by the government.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
The 2024 Stakes on Health Care
We explore the presidential candidates’ health policy proposals.Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Agent's Take: Why the Browns are stuck with Deshaun Watson and his unprecedented fully guaranteed contract
There are no good long-term options when it comes to WatsonSports - CBS Sports - October 18 -
NBA contract extensions: Alperen Sengun, Jalen Johnson, Jalen Suggs get big deals, plus an unprecedented pact
Some notable players from the 2021 NBA Draft class signed new deals on MondaySports - CBS Sports - October 21 -
Trump leading Harris in Arizona, new CBS News poll finds
New CBS News polling shows former President Donald Trump with a slight edge over Vice President Kamala Harris in the battleground state of Arizona. CBS News executive director of elections and ...Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
Poll finds Harris expanding her lead with young Black men
Vice President Harris appears to be increasing her support among young Black men, a crucial voting bloc she has struggled with in recent weeks. New polling from the Alliance for Black Equality, a ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
The Power of Government Policies
The U.S. has the capacity to address its biggest problems. Whether it does is a different matter.Top stories - The New York Times - October 17 -
Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry fueling historic start from Ravens offense this season: Seven wild stats to know
Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry might be the most electrifying duo in NFL historySports - CBS Sports - October 22 -
GPS data from suspect's car leads to body of girl missing for a year
Police had been searching for the 15-year-old — referred to only as "Lina" in media — since her mysterious disappearance last year.Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
NFL Week 7 scores: Lions hand Vikings first defeat of 2024 on last-minute field goal
The NFC North heavyweights are all in action in the early window.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20 -
EPA imposes stricter standards to protect children from exposure to lead paint
The Biden administration is imposing strict new limits on dust from lead-based paint in older homes and child-care facilitiesHealth - ABC News - 5 days ago -
Health Care Roundup: Market Talk
Find insights on UnitedHealth Group, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Zealand Pharma’s Petrelintide, and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Health Care sector.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15 -
It’s localization, not globalization, for the health of the US economy
The U.S. is undergoing a transformative shift away from globalization and toward localization, with initiatives such as the Inflation Reduction Act and the CHIPS and Science Act prioritizing ...Politics - The Hill - October 17 -
How to Close the Gender Health Gap
Sexism within health systems means that women get worse and delayed treatment. The UK has proposed a plan that could solve this issue—experts weigh in on how to do it best.Tech - Wired - October 22 -
Inquiry announced after carers forced to repay benefits
Some carers had to pay back thousands of pounds to the government, pushing them into financial distress.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
Governments should crowdsource defence innovation
Bright ideas are not the monopoly of those holding jobs in national securityWorld - Financial Times - 6 days ago
