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How North Carolina Republicans Left Homes Vulnerable to Helene
Under pressure to control housing costs, Republican lawmakers rejected standards meant to protect against disasters, experts say.17 hours ago - Republican Party -
World - The New York Times
A NOAA Climate Agency in Asheville Was Knocked Out by Helene
The National Centers for Environmental Information in Asheville, N.C., sweep together data from around the world to help track Earth’s warming.17 hours ago - Climate -
Business - MarketWatch
Here’s how the S&P 500 gets to 5,800 — and stays above it
Middle East conflict stuns stocks, but key indicators are sending “buy” signals.17 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
September jobs report could give stock and bond markets an October surprise
Payroll figures reveal if the Fed is ahead of the curve or behind it.17 hours ago -
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World ski body and UN weather agency team up to help winter sports plan for climate change
Winter sports are facing a long-time crisis because of climate change and the International Ski and Snowboard Federation has teamed up with the United Nations weather agency18 hours ago - Climate -
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How to properly clean hardwood floors
To find the right way to clean hardwood floors without damaging them, I spoke with multiple cleaning experts for their input and product recommendations.18 hours ago -
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How to educate your kids about finances
Mellody Hobson, the co-CEO and president of Ariel Investments, discusses why it's important to talk with kids about money and how her childhood experiences helped shape her views.18 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
How To Watch the MLB Division Series: how to stream, who's playing and more
The MLB's American League and National League Division Series begin on Oct. 5; find out who's playing and how to watch now.19 hours ago - MLB -
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Business - CNBC
Starbucks invests in two innovation farms to help climate-proof its coffee
The coffee giant buys 3% of the world's coffee supply, which has been pressured in recent years due to extreme weather.19 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Nine dead as Israel launches multiple air strikes on Beirut
Medical facility linked to Hizbollah hit as Israel steps up ground offensive19 hours ago - Israel -
Business - Inc.
How This Tiny Farm Became Sweetgreen’s Go-To Goat Cheese Provider
The salad chain’s founders discovered FireFly Farms at a market 16 years ago.20 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
How elections can create financial crises
The evidence of how feel-good economic stimulants can backfire over time is there for everyone to see.20 hours ago -
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World - The Guardian
How remigration became a buzzword for global far right
Electoral success of parties in Germany and Austria backing mass deportation linked to the term’s growing use by mainstream politicians, say experts. They poured on to streets across Germany in the ...20 hours ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Israel's Invasion Gamble Risks a Quagmire in Lebanon
Hezbollah is reeling, but Israel’s strategy for restoring its own security remains murky.21 hours ago - Israel -
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How the port strike could impact consumers as inflation has eased
There is no immediate price impact from the port strike, which is in its third day. However, Goldman Sachs says if the strike lasts more than a week, it expects the stoppage to affect retailers and ...21 hours ago -
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How Russia's use of glide bombs is impacting the war in Ukraine
In the war in Ukraine, the use of a weapon known as a glide bomb is helping Russia to make new gains. Officials say one of those bombs is responsible for a recent attack on an apartment building in ...21 hours ago - Ukraine -
Politics - The Hill
Here's how to improve the way Congress works
The House Rules Committee held a hearing on proposed rules changes for the 119th Congress, with Rep. Derek Kilmer recommending non-policy bipartisan retreats and planning meetings to foster trust ...22 hours ago -
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Business - MarketWatch
September surprise? U.S. jobs report holds key to Fed rate cuts.
The U.S. jobs report has overtaken inflation as the chief worry of the Federal Reserve as it plots how fast to cut interest rates.22 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
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World - The Guardian
‘Because secondhand is feckin’ grand’: how clothes swapping became huge in Ireland
After seeing the consequences of fast fashion, one woman is on a mission to change the way we think about repurposing clothes. Mary Fleming was on holiday in Kenya when she saw it: a mound of ...22 hours ago -
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Jack Smith court filing against Trump and Israel strikes central Beirut: Morning Rundown
A new court filing from special counsel Jack Smith argues Donald Trump acted as a private citizen when he sought to overturn the 2020 election.23 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Helene’s health risks include contaminated water and mold: Doctors
Floodwater with sewage or other harmful contaminants in it can lead to infectious diseases, according to an epidemiologist.23 hours ago -
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How Trump Could Punish His Enemies
We look at why legal experts are concerned.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
World - Financial Times
How to fragment the global economy
The many ways in which the big blocs can make it hard to stay non-alignedYesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Western North Carolina was hailed as a ‘climate haven.’ Hurricane Helene shows it’s not so simple.
Western North Carolina, and specifically the Asheville area, had been considered a possible refuge from the impacts of climate change, but it is now suffering some of the worst devastation from ...Yesterday -
Business - The New York Times
Trump and Harris Want to Revive Manufacturing, but How Much Could They Actually Do?
The policy focus on the industry has changed from job quantity to job quality. And while federal incentives matter, local factors are more important.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
World - The New York Times
A Climate Fund Could Pay Billions to Protect Trees in Amazon and Beyond
Brazil is proposing a fund that would pay countries to protect tropical forests that are crucial to curbing climate change. It would generate returns, too.Yesterday - Climate -
World - The Guardian
How the ‘Frida Kahlo of environmental geopolitics’ is lighting a fire under big oil
Colombian environment minister Susana Muhamad once worked for Shell. Now, as the country gears up to host the biodiversity Cop16, she is calling for a just transition away from fossil fuels. She is ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects youYesterday -
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Vance's high-risk pool health insurance plan: Would it help or harm sick patients?
What are high-risk pools for health insurance? JD Vance proposed high risk pools for people with pre-existing conditions during the vice presidential debate.Yesterday