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ABC News - Top stories
Tourist fatally struck by suspects' vehicle during robbery at outdoor mall: Police
The robbery and hit-and-run unfolded Tuesday afternoon at Fashion Island, an outdoor shopping mall in Newport Beach, police said. -
BBC News - Top stories
Watch: Mount Etna spits lava into the night sky
Europe’s tallest active volcano roared as it spewed lava from one of its largest craters. -
BBC News - Top stories
Sunak - 'I take responsibility for the loss'
In a fairly short speech, Rishi Sunak concedes defeat after holding his seat in Richmond, Yorkshire. -
Financial Times - World
Portugal to reintroduce tax breaks for skilled foreigners
Retirees’ incomes will be excluded from perk as Lisbon aims to boost growth with 20% flat rate -
BBC News - Top stories
Japan declares victory in 'war' on floppy disks
The use of the floppy disk, which was still used in some government agencies in Japan, has now been scrapped.Japan -
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The Wall Street Journal - World
Tempted by Japan's Booming Market? Be Like Warren Buffett
American investors who avoided a hit from the slumping yen have done much better.Japan -
The New York Times - Tech
Japan Finally Phases Out Floppy Disks
One of the world’s most technologically advanced nations has held on to some of the most outmoded devices.Japan -
The Hill - Politics
New poll raises concerns for Biden
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story New poll raises concerns for Biden A much-anticipated New York Times/Siena College poll showing former President Trump has expanded his lead over ...Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel considers Hamas response to cease-fire proposal
An Israeli delegation headed by Mossad Director David Barnea is traveling to Qatar in a continuation of talks on a potential cease-fire and hostage deal.Israel -
BBC News - Top stories
Sunak accepts responsibility for historic Tory defeat
Labour is on course for a majority of 166, as Reform UK and the Lib Dems take votes from the Tories. -
ABC News - World
Egypt swears in a new Cabinet as mounting economic challenges fuel public discontent
Egypt’s new Cabinet has been sworn in as the country faces an ailing economy and raging conflicts in neighboring nations -
BBC News - Top stories
Biden says he 'screwed up' debate but vows to stay in election
Speculation is swirling around whether the president will continue his re-election bid after last week's disastrous debate.Joe Biden -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
NFL teams with the best position group Mount Rushmores | Zero Blitz
On today's episode of Zero Blitz, Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab pitch which NFL teams have the best Mount Rushmores for every position group.NFL -
The Hill - Politics
House Republicans target Harris as Biden concerns loom
The House Republicans' campaign arm launched an ad targeting Vice President Harris on Wednesday, as some Democrats call on her to replace President Biden at the top of the party’s November ticket. “House Republicans are sharpening our knives if ...Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Top stories
Biden Campaign Memos Show Efforts to Calm Concerns
A pair of memos highlighted internal polling that showed a close race and strong fund-raising in an attempt to quiet fears about President Biden’s candidacy.Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Concern among Democratic lawmakers over Biden's candidacy
The White House is on damage control as concerns mount about whether President Biden can defeat Donald Trump in November. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Nikole Killion have the latest.Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Biden dips in polling as concern grows among Democrats
President Biden has told his campaign staff he's "in this race to the end," vowing to beat Donald Trump just as he did in 2020. But new CBS News polling is showing less optimism about Biden's chances as concern grows among Democratic officials. ...Joe Biden -
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BBC News - Top stories
Hungary's PM arrives in Moscow for Putin talks
One top EU leader says Hungary's PM "has no mandate to engage with Russia" on behalf of the bloc.Russia -
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CBS News - Top stories
Alec Baldwin's "Rust" denied New Mexico tax incentives
Attorneys for Alec Baldwin's "Rust" said the incentive would have been used to pay a settlement to cinematographer Halyna Hutchins' family. -
CNBC - Business
This 'bucket strategy' could lower your taxes in retirement — here's how to maximize it
Most Americans aren't planning to reduce taxes on retirement income. Here's how the "bucket strategy" could help, experts say. -
The Hill - Politics
Hogan calls on Alsobrooks to disavow Maryland tax, fee increases
Former Republican Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, who is running for Senate, has written a letter calling on his opponent, Angela Alsobrooks (D), to disavow recent tax and fee increases in the state. The letter, first reported by the Washington ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Canada Enacts Digital-Services Tax Amid Risks of U.S. Trade Retaliation
Canada authorized the implementation of a digital-services tax, a move that threatens to trigger trade retaliation from Congress and the Biden administration. -
The Guardian - World
Does Australia need a sugar tax to tackle diabetes, and how would it work?
A parliamentary report says sugary drinks should be taxed to help stop the spread of obesity. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastEvery five minutes an ... -
Financial Times - World
UK tax authority accused of ‘pattern of costly mistakes’ after latest bungle
Case was recently thrown out after HMRC missed court deadlineUnited Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
Japan introduces enormous humanoid robot to maintain train lines
The 12-metre high machine has coke bottle eyes and a crude Wall-E-like head, as well as large arms that can be fitted with blades or paint brushes. It resembles an enormous, malevolent robot from 1980s sci-fi but West Japan Railway’s new humanoid ...Japan -
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CNBC - Business
McDonald's shortens breakfast hours in Australia in response to nationwide egg shortage
Australia is facing an egg supply crunch thanks to bird flu outbreaks — and it's led McDonald's to trim breakfast hours by 90 minutes.Australia -
GameSpot - Tech
The First Descendant's Microtransaction System Prompts Mixed Response From Players
With the launch of The First Descendant, its microtransaction system has garnered mixed reactions from players. The game has also been experiencing some issues and developer Nexon is providing some in-game compensation.. The First Descendant has ... -
Inc. - Business
Legislators Call on Silicon Valley Fintech Heavyweights to Assume Responsibility in Synapse’s Collapse
Thousands of consumers and businesses are still locked out of their accounts--andmillions in client funds are still missing--amid the fintech intermediary's liquidation. -
The Hill - Politics
Katie Porter: White House has 'clearly fumbled' response to debate
Rep. Katie Porter (D-Calif.) said Wednesday the White House "clearly fumbled" its response to the fallout from President Biden's shaky debate performance, as a growing number of Democrats express concerns with their nominee's ability to carry out ... -
NBC News - Top stories
McDonald’s shortens breakfast hours in Australia in response to nationwide egg shortage
Australia is facing an egg supply crunch thanks to bird flu outbreaks — and it’s led McDonald’s to trim breakfast hours by 90 minutes, the company announced.Australia -
The New York Times - World
Israeli Leaders to Discuss Hamas Response on Cease-Fire Proposal
A senior White House official called progress in talks with Hamas “a breakthrough,” while Israel was more restrained, and both said major obstacles to a truce remained.Israel -
CBS Sports - Sports
Ex-Kansas star Mario Chalmers latest to take aim at NCAA as crippling lawsuits mount despite House settlement
Chalmers v. NCAA is one of multiple lawsuits targeting the NCAA, potentially devastating the institution -
CNBC - Business
Biden tries to calm Democrats as 2024 drop-out pressure mounts: 'I'm not leaving'
President Biden delivered a stumbling debate performance against Donald Trump last week, which his campaign has worked to spin in the ensuing days.Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Concerns over impact of high turnover among election workers
State election officials across the country are issuing warnings about high turnover among election workers. It could have a major impact on the November elections. A report by the Bipartisan Policy Center found turnover rose from 2018 to 2022 and ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Concerns about Biden's campaign growing among House Democrats
A group of House Democrats are circulating a letter calling on President Biden to end his 2024 reelection bid in the wake of last week's debate against former President Donald Trump. The letter has not yet been released. CBS News congressional ...Joe Biden