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Indonesia’s Prabowo suggests scrapping ‘expensive’ elections for regional leaders
President’s comments to political party chiefs on cost of direct votes fuel doubts about his commitment to democracyFinancial Times - 11h -
3 expensive credit card debt forgiveness mistakes to avoid right now
If you're trying to have your credit card debt forgiven, make sure to avoid these big (but common) missteps.CBS News - 1d -
NCAA volleyball tournament: 16 players to watch in regionals
Heavy hitters Andi Jackson at Nebraska and Sarah Franklin at Wisconsin headline our list of can't-miss stars from the NCAA volleyball tournament's sweet 16.ESPN - 1d -
Somaliland's new president is sworn in after elections that boosted region's drive for recognition
Somalia’s breakaway region of Somaliland has sworn in its new president after last month’s election that gave a boost for its push for international recognitionABC News - 1d -
Indonesia’s plan for wealth fund controlled by president stirs concern
‘Super-holding’ company intended to support Prabowo Subianto’s strategic projects and boost growthFinancial Times - 1d -
Clashes erupt between Somalia's federal troops and regional forces over a disputed local election
Clashes have erupted in a southern town in Somalia between the country’s federal government forces and regional troops of the state of Jubbaland amid escalating tensions over a disputed regional ...ABC News - 2d -
Saint Ann’s Protected Criminal Teacher at Students’ Expense, Report Says
The elite Brooklyn school commissioned an investigation after the arrest of Winston Nguyen, who is now accused of soliciting lewd photographs from students.The New York Times - 2d -
Iran’s president urged to scrap stricter hijab law
Masoud Pezeshkian and his supporters say measures will be tough to enforce as hardline parliament pushes for approvalFinancial Times - 2d -
UnitedHealth shooting sparks security fears for execs — but fixes are expensive and complicated
Security company executives have seen a dramatic increase in inquiries for services after the murder of Brian Thompson.MarketWatch - 2d -
General Motors Scraps Cruise Robotaxi Program
Carmaker cites competition, time and costs needed to scale the business.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
How Project Repat Turns Scraps Into Socks
The three-time Inc. 5000 honoree has joined the circular economy.Inc. - 3d -
Stocks are expensive, and nobody cares
How UBS learned to stop worrying and love the rallyFinancial Times - 3d -
Court rules former Zambian leader Lungu can't run for president again in 2026 election
Zambia’s Constitutional Court has ruled that former President Edgar Lungu is barred from contesting an election in 2026 because he has already served the maximum two termsABC News - 3d -
DOGE's war on telework would make government more expensive, less responsive
A recent report by Senator Joni Ernst has reignited debates about telework in the federal government, but data from various government agencies has shown that telework can lead to increased ...The Hill - 3d -
Ernst Suggests She Will Not Oppose Hegseth for Defense Secretary
Senator Joni Ernst, an Iowa Republican who is facing re-election in 2026, appeared less skeptical after President-elect Donald Trump’s supporters threatened her with political retribution.The New York Times - 3d -
Exercising for 30 minutes improves memory, study suggests
Research shows walk or cycle improves cognitive performance for day ahead – and day after. For cycle-to-work commuters and those who start the day with a brisk walk, the benefits of banking some ...The Guardian - 3d -
Ghana's ex-leader is declared the presidential election winner and pledges 'reset' in a bad economy
Ghana’s former leader John Dramani Mahama has been declared the winner of the presidential electionABC News - 4d -
Ghana’s ex-leader Mahama officially declared winner of presidential election, making a comeback against the ruling party
Ghana’s ex-leader Mahama officially declared winner of presidential election, making a comeback against the ruling partyABC News - 4d -
Opposition leader wins Ghana election as vice-president concedes
Early votes show decisive rejection of incumbent party after years of economic turmoilFinancial Times - 5d -
President-elect Trump meets with leaders at Notre Dame reopening
President-elect Trump met with French President Emmanuel Macron along with Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy ahead of the official reopening of the Notre Dame cathedral. Back in the U.S., Trump’s pick ...NBC News - 5d -
End of Assad rule will reshape region's balance of power
The end of the Assad family's five-decade rule will reshape the balance of power in the region, but many uncertainties lie ahead.BBC News - 5d -
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Indonesia chases the return of ‘bonanza-era’ Chinese tourism
China’s economic malaise, however, means its people have been slower to join the global wave of post-pandemic ‘revenge travel’. In the laneways of Ubud, three older Chinese women are laughing as ...The Guardian - 6d -
Romania Scraps Election After Russian Influence Allegations
The presidential election was canceled after the government accused Moscow of a TikTok campaign to propel a pro-Kremlin candidate to the fore.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 6 -
Romania scraps presidential election after alleged Russian meddling
Far-right candidate Georgescu says he will challenge decision of top court to order rerun of first-round voteFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
5 expensive credit card mistakes to avoid during the holidays
It's easy for credit card debt to become problematic during the holidays, but avoiding these big mistakes may help.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Holiday gift suggestions for your gamer | The DeanBeat
OK, I've been a little late coming up with my holiday gift guide, as we've already passed both Black Friday and Cyber Monday.VentureBeat - Dec. 6 -
Olympics leader Bach talks up working with President-elect Trump toward 2028 Los Angeles Games
IOC president Thomas Bach says Olympic leaders are “very confident and relaxed” about working with the incoming Trump administration ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Summer GamesABC News - Dec. 5 -
Romanian soccer leader urges fans to keep country pro-European ahead of state presidential election
Romania’s soccer federation leader has urged fans to keep the country on a pro-European path before a state presidential election between a far-right populist and a reformist opponentABC News - Dec. 5 -
Darren Millar elected Welsh Tory leader unopposed
Millar is confirmed as the party's Senedd leader after being backed by all 15 other MSs.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Indonesia arrests a Chinese man wanted by Beijing over money laundering charges
Indonesian authorities have arrested a Chinese man sought by Beijing for allegedly helping transfer and laundering almost $18 million from a criminal online gambling group in ChinaABC News - Dec. 5 -
AP PHOTOS: Starlings, Indonesia's bicycle coffee sellers, peddle the streets of Jakarta
Bicycles roam the streets of Indonesia's capital with dozens of plastic sachets of coffee and other packaged drinks dangling from their handlebars. Tied in the back are large thermos bottles with ...ABC News - Dec. 4 -
Man Utd scrapped LGBTQ+ jacket plans
Manchester United abandoned plans to wear a jacket supporting the LGBTQ+ community before the Sunday's win over Everton because a player refused to wear it.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Namibia will have its first female leader after VP wins presidential election for the ruling party
Namibia has elected its first female leader, with Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah declared the winner Tuesday of last week’s presidential election as the long-ruling party remains in powerABC News - Dec. 4 -
Namibia will have its first female leader after Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah wins the presidential election.
Namibia will have its first female leader after Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah wins the presidential election.ABC News - Dec. 3 -
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The most expensive US property for sale is a mere $295m – and likely to flood
The sprawling Florida mansion sits in one of the most vulnerable places in the US to climate-driven disasters. A sprawling Florida mansion set beside a powdery white sand beach overlooking the ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
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Winter storm brings snow to Great Lakes region
Parts of Michigan, New York and Pennsylvania all experienced heavy snow over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Another weather system is looming, ready to bring more cold temperatures and wind ...CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Massive snowstorm slams the East, Great Lakes region
A snowstorm blasted the Great Lakes region and cold conditions are expected to remain. CBS News' Rob Marciano reports from Cassadaga, New York, and CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has ...CBS News - Dec. 2
