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Top stories - BBC News
Parkrun: The local jog that became a worldwide hit
From its humble beginnings as a local event, the story of how Parkrun became a global phenomenon.5 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Keeping lawns neat in front of burned homes - a year on at kibbutz where Hamas killed 101
A year since scores of people were killed here, the collective is splintered - psychologically and physically.6 hours ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Her 8-Year-Old Drove Herself to Target and Became an Internet Star
Tangie Wilson was sleeping when her daughter Zoe sneaked out of the house and drove to the store. The tale of how it all unfolded is as relatable as it is incredible.7 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
A Ford EV Became an Essential Part of This Small Business’ Hurricane Survival Plan
Dr. Erica Lacher used her electric vehicle battery to run her veterinary clinic after Hurricane Helene, a boost for both humans and horses.9 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Selena Gomez couldn’t afford to go to her first Disney casting—now she’s a billionaire startup founder
Singer and actor Selena Gomez is a newly minted billionaire due to the success of her makeup brand Rare Beauty, according to a Bloomberg estimate.11 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Here's where the jobs are for September 2024 — in one chart
Hospitality and health care were two bright spots for the U.S. labor market in September, according to Friday's jobs report.12 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Maersk slumps 5% as the end of U.S. port strikes weighs on European shipping stocks
Shares of Moller-Maersk slumped more than 8% Friday as European shipping companies fell on the conclusion of a U.S. port strike.13 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Medicare open-enrollment will be a doozy this year. Here’s how to make smart choices.
Read plan details carefully, and expect changes to prices and coverage.13 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Home prices need to fall by 28% to make housing affordable again, economist says
Home prices have continued to rise through the years to new heights, even as mortgage rates shot back up from rock-bottom levels.13 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Here's what an $80,000 home equity loan costs per month now that rates are falling
Home equity loan interest rates are on the decline. Here's what it costs monthly to borrow $80,000 worth of equity.14 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Here are the pros and cons of renting versus owning a home in those retirement years
More than 7 million adults of ages 65 and above rent instead of own in the U.S. While they are at risk to rent price increases, they save on home maintenance costs.16 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Toilet Paper Makers Say Port Strike Didn’t Cause Shortages
Fears of scarcity vanish as port strike ends, but a paper trade group seeks to counter social media claims of empty store shelves.17 hours ago -
Tech - Wired
This Video Game Controller Has Become the US Military’s Weapon of Choice
After decades of relying on buttons, switches, and toggles, the Pentagon has embraced simple, ergonomic video-game-style controllers already familiar to millions of potential recruits.18 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Time stopped here on 7 October’: life in kibbutz that endured unimaginable loss one year ago
Nir Oz, a ‘paradise’ now inhabited by just two people, sustained the most damage and bloodshed per capita in Hamas attack. Post is no longer delivered to Nir Oz kibbutz; the lights in the mailroom ...18 hours ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
13 L.A. places that'll induce nightmares any time of year, rated by spookiness
From abandoned zoos to haunted forest hikes, these spots will terrify you 365 days a year19 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
A year later, Israeli survivors reflect on the lingering toll of Oct. 7
One year after the Oct. 7 attack on southern Israel by Hamas militants, survivors reflect on that day's lingering toll20 hours ago - Israel -
World - Financial Times
How Singapore became a magnet for independent jewellers
A wealthy local clientele looking for one-off designs has boosted the sector, and now word is spreading internationallyYesterday -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
This Teenage Hacker Became a Legend Attacking Companies. Then His Rivals Attacked Him.
His life in cybercrime began at age 11, investigators say, and went on to incursions into Nvidia and “Grand Theft Auto.” His case has brought worries about a new breed of fearless young hackers.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Flu vaccine might be less effective this year, new CDC report suggests
Flu vaccine effectiveness in South America was 35% against hospitalization.Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
'We live in the weird': How the Calgorithm became college football's newest sensation
A new conference brought out the best in Cal's online community as the Bears are off to a 3-1 start.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
Elections Have Less Impact on Your 401(k) Than You Might Think
While political candidates may campaign on polices they say will help your retirement, most experts say this is mostly noise that doesn’t affect your investments.Yesterday -
Sports - The New York Times
How Daniel Ricciardo Became a Formula 1 Star Like No Other
The Australian driver departs the sport with a legacy that statistics can’t define, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Tesla recalls its Cybertruck for the fifth time in less than a year
Tesla is recalling more than 27,000 Cybertruck vehicles because of problems with their rearview camera.Yesterday - Tesla -
Top stories - NBC News
Trump claims new Jack Smith filing is election interference. Here's how it became public.
Former President Donald Trump accused special counsel Jack Smith of election interference over a new filing in his federal case. Here's what really happened.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Tech - GameSpot
Black Ops 6 Will Be Available To Stream Day One, Here's Where And How Much It Costs
Activision's Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 launches on October 25, and the game will be available to stream on day one through Nvidia's GeForce Now streaming service.. Nvidia has confirmed that ...Yesterday -
Top stories - ABC News
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. ticks up to 6.12%, first increase in 7 weeks
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose to 6.12% this week, the first increase in seven weeksYesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Is a $100,000 HELOC or home equity loan cheaper now?
Interest rates on home equity products are dropping. Here's the cheapest way to borrow $100,000 worth of equity now.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Voters in 13 states have less than a week to register. When is your deadline?
The 2024 presidential election is fast approaching, and in some states, the voter registration deadline is as soon as this week.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Man admits killing his mother in her home
Barry Noone, 47, had previously denied murdering his mother but has now admitted manslaughter.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. economy speeds up as ISM survey hits 1 1/2-year high. Businesses aren’t gung-ho, though.
The service side of the economy grew in September at the fastest pace in a year and a half, a new survey found, signaling the U.S. is in no danger of recession.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Tesla’s deliveries didn’t live up to the hype. What investors should watch next.
One analyst sees the upcoming Robotaxi event as “the next potential catalyst” for Tesla’s stock, while another senses some anxiety around it.Yesterday -
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.Yesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
Tim Walz as a Harris Ally: Folksy, Factually Sloppy and Far Less Visible
The Minnesota governor has brought his charm to the campaign trail, but his debate was uneven and he has so far been scarcely seen on national television. His team says that may be changing.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Remains of teen U.S. soldiers killed in WWII identified 80 years later
U.S. Army Sgt. Jack Zarifian and U.S. Army Private Rodger D. Andrews were both 19 when they died in combat in Europe.Yesterday -
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 ...Yesterday -
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 ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Can London make itself at home on the South Bank?
The creation of this centre of culture in the capital was a postwar triumph. Now, new residential developments hope to build upon the regeneration that the Festival of Britain ignitedYesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Vivid memories of Hamas captivity haunt released hostages almost a year after Oct. 7 attacks
Nearly a year since Ilana Gritzewsky was taken hostage by Hamas, the memories of the Oct. 7 attacks linger, and her 55 days in Gaza's tunnels changed her forever.Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
Map: Less than 1% of residences covered by flood insurance in hard-hit North Carolina
The counties hardest hit by Hurricane Helene were also those with the lowest levels of flood insurance protection.Yesterday