How China Plans to Fix Its Ailing Economy
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The Guardian - World
Project 2025’s plan to gut civil service with mass firings: ‘It’s like the bad old days of King Henry VIII’
Even as Trump tries to disavow the rightwing blueprint, both have similar plans to replace many federal employees. US politics – live updates Even as Donald Trump seeks to disavow Project ...9 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
China test-fires ICBM with 'dummy' warhead into Pacific, 1st launch in decades
The Chinese military test-fired on Wednesday the first intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific that it's launched since 1980, officials said.9 hours ago - China -
Financial Times - Business
China tests intercontinental ballistic missile in Pacific for first time since 1980
First major missile launch since hypersonic tests in 2021 comes ahead of anticipated Biden-Xi phone call10 hours ago - China -
NBC News - Top stories
House poised to pass a bill to avert a shutdown after dropping Trump voting plan
The House is poised to pass a bill to avoid a government shutdown after removing a Donald Trump-backed proposal requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote.10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
'Freaks and Geeks': 25 years later, its brief but legendary status endures
'Freaks and Geeks' may have been short-lived, but for our television critic, who chronicled the series, cast and creators over the years, it remains a beloved work of art.10 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: FBI probes China-backed VC fund
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump’s ‘new American industrialism’ and Uber vs Amazon10 hours ago -
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NBC News - Top stories
Fall is here, but experts say communities need a heat plan
Heat is the leading cause of climate-related deaths in the country, but knowing how deadly it is?11 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
OECD forecasts U.S. economy to slow down next year
The U.S. economy will slow down next year but steer clear of a recession as the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, a world body forecasted on Wednesday.11 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Justin Trudeau’s Party Faces Confidence Vote as Canada Turns on Its Leader
Canada’s Liberals are reeling from a string of setbacks, as the party faces a confidence vote in Parliament on Wednesday.11 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Australia's treasurer will visit China this week in the latest sign that bilateral ties are mending
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers will become the first government minister from Australia in that key economic role to visit China in seven years11 hours ago - China -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
How to Turn Your Yard Into a Wildflower Meadow Without Offending the Neighbors
It isn’t easy or fast, but it can be done. Here’s what worked for one couple.11 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Mark Cuban Tears Into Trump's Credit Card Plan, Which Some Say Could Hurt Small Businesses
Some financial experts say that Donald Trump's latest economic proposal-capping credit card interest rates at 10 percent-could be devastating for entrepreneurs. Some Democrats have floated the idea ...11 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - World
China Launched a Rocket With a Dummy Warhead Into the Pacific
The ballistic missile launch is a sign of the commitment of Xi Jinping, China’s leader, to continue strengthening the country’s Rocket Force and to project power in Asia.11 hours ago - China -
NBC News - Top stories
China launches probe into Calvin Klein parent over Xinjiang supply chain ‘disruptions’
China’s Ministry of Commerce said Tuesday it was launching a probe into Calvin Klein-parent PVH Group over alleged business disruptions around its Xinjiang supply chain.11 hours ago - China -
The Guardian - World
‘I’m motivated by the puzzle’: how Courtney Dauwalter became ultrarunning’s GOAT
Dauwalter does not have a coach, a strict training plan or a Strava account, but the 38-year-old is widely considered ultrarunning’s greatest of all time. In 2023, Courtney Dauwalter became the ...11 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
China test-fires ICBM into the Pacific Ocean for the first time in decades
China said Wednesday that it had successfully test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Pacific Ocean, in a rare public test that may raise international concerns as the country ...12 hours ago - China -
The New York Times - Top stories
N.Y.C. Rezoning Plan That Could Add 109,000 New Homes Is Set to Advance
The City Planning Commission is expected to approve a major rezoning proposal that would ease restrictions on development. The plan faces headwinds in the City Council.13 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
Meta Connect 2024: How to Watch and What to Expect
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg will take the stage Wednesday morning to deliver a keynote address about all things AR and VR, chatbots, headsets, smart glasses, and generative AI. Here’s a preview.13 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
‘How would I ever make sense of this place?’: new eyes on New York – in pictures
From lovers caught kissing to subway ‘scratchiti’, Joseph Michael Lopez took more than two decades – and 20,000 steps a day – looking for moments that defined his city Continue reading...14 hours ago - New York -
The New York Times - Top stories
Desi Lydic: Donald Trump ‘Really Knows How to Flatter a Lady’
The “Daily Show” host said the former president had been so unpopular with women that he was now trying to turn on “the old Trump charm.”14 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
China likely needs more than rate cuts to boost economic growth
More fiscal support is needed, analysts said, after the PBOC surprised markets by announcing plans to cut a number of rates.14 hours ago - China -
BBC News - Top stories
A plane crash, fireworks disaster & car tragedy - how Twente shaped Ten Hag
The Manchester United manager faces a club close to his heart on Wednesday, but also one where tragedies defined his fledgling career.14 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
FBI probes whether Silicon Valley venture firm passed secrets to China
Hone Capital became one of the most prolific early investors in US tech start-ups16 hours ago - China -
BBC News - Top stories
Zelensky looks to Biden to back Ukraine 'victory plan'
Kyiv is hoping for a strong show of support from the US leader before he leaves the White House.20 hours ago - Ukraine -
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