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Jobless claims — aka layoffs — rise to 238,000 and stay near one-year high
New jobless claims have surged since the end of the school year, raising questions about whether it’s a temporary increase or a sign of rising layoffs. -
CBS News - Top stories
2nd White House briefing dominated by questions about Biden's health
For a second straight day, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was peppered with questions about President Biden's health as fallout from last week's debate with former President Donald Trump continues. Jean-Pierre said she made a ...Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Microsoft to Pay $14.4 Million to Resolve Leave Discrimination Claims in California
The California Civil Rights Department alleged that employees who used parental and other types of protected leave received lower bonuses and unfavorable performance reviews.California -
The Guardian - World
Emma Raducanu says she did not know general election vote was on Thursday
Former US Open champion is among several British players at Wimbledon who say they are focusing on their tennis. Emma Raducanu has said she did not realise voting for the general election was happening on Thursday, saying she would be having a ... -
The Hill - Politics
Judge blocks Biden administration's new transgender health protections
A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked enforcement of a new Biden administration rule bolstering health care protections for LGBTQ people, handing a preliminary legal victory to more than a dozen Republican-led states that challenged it ...Joe Biden -
ABC News - Health
Judge temporarily blocks Biden's restoration of transgender health protections
A federal district court judge has temporarily halted parts of a nondiscrimination rule that would have kept insurers and medical professionals from denying hormone therapy, gender transition surgeries and similar medical care for transgender peopleJoe Biden -
Financial Times - World
BYD comes to Thailand and China stakes its rare earths claims
The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial TimesChina -
The Guardian - World
Climber Ola Kalucka claims Olympic place by beating twin sister
Ola edged out Natalia to take second Polish spot‘I was so happy, but so sad’Ola Kalucka remembers sitting at breakfast with her twin sister, Natalia, on the morning of the final Olympic qualification round for speed climbing last month. Both had ... -
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The New York Times - Top stories
Why We Still Want to Hear Beethoven’s ‘Ode to Joy’ 200 Years Later
Beethoven’s aspirational vision of unity and peace can be applied to virtually any situation or place. The music makes sure of that. -
ABC News - World
Hezbollah says it has fired 200 rockets into Israel in one of its largest barrages yet, after killing of commander
Hezbollah says it has fired 200 rockets into Israel in one of its largest barrages yet, after killing of commanderIsrael -
NBC News - Top stories
A lack of child care is keeping this 43-year-old mother of four out of the workforce
This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans. -
The Guardian - World
Protests against arts sponsorship are killing culture. Be careful what you wish for | Martin Prendergast
Baillie Gifford’s financial support of the biggest book festivals ended after a campaign against its fossil fuel ties. Britain’s arts need more corporate cash, not less. What do Sam Mendes, Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, ... -
The New York Times - Top stories
French Director Benoît Jacquot Is Charged With Rape
Mr. Jacquot, 77, was accused of assaulting two actresses and barred from working with minors. He has denied any wrongdoing.France -
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WATCH: Sea lion charges toward beachgoers in California
A defensive sea lion mother was seen charging at people on a beach in San Diego.California -
The Guardian - World
Cracks showing in Democratic support as Biden says he ‘nearly fell asleep on stage’
Key ally of president says he knows upcoming appearances have to be successful to stay in race. Cracks in support among Democratic leaders for Joe Biden’s campaign continued to widen on Wednesday ahead of his evening meeting with Democratic ...Joe Biden -
MarketWatch - Business
Gold prices settle at 1-month high as silver jumps 4%
Gold futures posted their highest settlement in about a month on Wednesday, while silver prices climbed by 4%, with both precious metals supported by weakness in the U.S. dollar and bond yields following the release of downbeat economic data. -
NBC News - Top stories
Triple-digit temperatures expected over July Fourth holiday; nearly 150 million under heat alerts
Heat warnings and watches are in effect for nearly 150 million people across 21 states for the holiday period, with dangerous and potentially historic extreme heat due for the West in the coming days and temperatures of 115 degrees possible. -
ABC News - World
Israel approves plans for nearly 5,300 homes in West Bank settlements, a settlement monitor says
Israel approves plans for nearly 5,300 homes in West Bank settlements, a settlement monitor saysIsrael -
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Hatch Baby recalls nearly 1 million sound machine adapters due to shock hazard
Hatch Baby recalled nearly 1 million sound machine adapters that were sold BuyBuyBaby, Target, Walmart, Nordstrom and other retailers through May 2024. -
MarketWatch - Business
CureVac’s stock soars on GSK’s $1.56 billion deal for its COVID-19 and flu vaccines
U.K. pharmaceutical giant GSK said the deal gives it the rights to develop, manufacture and commercialize messenger RNA-based candidate vaccines for flu and COVID-19. -
MarketWatch - Business
Jeff Bezos aims to sell another $5 billion of Amazon stock, after earlier selling spree
The Amazon founder and executive chair has filed to sell up to 25 million shares, after he dumped 50 million in February. -
CNBC - Business
Tesla short sellers lost $3.5 billion in two days of trading after deliveries report
With Tesla's stock close to wiping out its losses for the years, investors betting for a decline have had a rough week.Tesla -
CNBC - Business
Saks Fifth Avenue parent HBC to acquire Neiman Marcus Group in $2.65 billion deal
The deal will establish Saks Global, which will include Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks OFF 5TH, Neiman Marcus' namesake department store chain and Bergdorf Goodman. -
NBC News - Top stories
Appeals court rejects Broadway producer's antitrust claim against actors' and stage managers' union
An appeals court on Tuesday rejected an appeal by an award-winning producer who claims a union's illegal boycott prevented him from producing shows. -
CNBC - Business
Microsoft reaches settlement in California over claims it punished employees for taking protected time off
Microsoft has agreed to pay $14.4 million to settle claims that the company unfairly treated California employees who took protected time off.California -
NBC News - Top stories
Mark Cavendish claims record-breaking 35th career Tour de France stage win
SAINT-VULBAS, France — Mark Cavendish wrote a new chapter of Tour de France history in what is expected to be his last appearance at cycling’s biggest race. -
NBC News - Top stories
L.A. to pay $21M to settle claims over botched fireworks detonation by police 3 years ago
Los Angeles will pay more than $21 million to settle claims by residents of a neighborhood where police bungled the detonation of a cache of illegal fireworks three years ago, injuring 17 people and displacing dozens of others. -
ABC News - Top stories
Biden told governors he had medical checkup after debate, is in good health: Sources
During his private meeting with Democratic governors at the White House Wednesday night, President Joe Biden said he had a medical checkup following the debate last week.Joe Biden -
ABC News - World
The Health Ministry in Hamas-run Gaza says the Palestinian death toll from the Israel-Hamas war has passed 38,000
The Health Ministry in Hamas-run Gaza says the Palestinian death toll from the Israel-Hamas war has passed 38,000Israel -
The Guardian - World
Trump calls Biden ‘broken-down’ and claims he quit 2024 race in leaked video
Clip obtained by Daily Beast shows ex-president sitting in golf cart, holding cash, as he discusses presidential debate. “A broken-down pile of crap” on the verge of “quitting the race” was Donald Trump’s summation of Joe Biden in a ...Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Alex Morgan urges ‘safe’ environment at Wave after claims by former team employee
Former employee makes allegations about NWSL clubClub says claims are ‘inaccurate and defamatory’The San Diego Wave called accusations made by a former employee on social media “inaccurate and defamatory” in a statement on Wednesday.. Brittany ... -
CBS News - Top stories
At least 121 people killed in India stampede
At least 121 people were killed and dozens more were injured when a stampede broke out at a religious festival in northern India Tuesday. It's still unclear what may have caused the panic. Anbarasan Ethirajan, South Asia editor for BBC News, ...India -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Carmy’s White T-Shirt and His Style on ‘The Bear’ Has a Fanbase All Its Own
Carmy’s white T-shirt has a fan base all its own. -
CBS News - Top stories
California wildfire forces evacuations for 28,000 people
The Thompson Fire has burned through more than 3,500 acres in Butte County, California, since it started Tuesday morning, prompting the evacuations of over 28,000 people. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports.California -
BBC News - Top stories
Ecuador police free 49 people held by gang
Police seize dynamite, weapons and ammunitions during a raid of tunnels in a mining area. -
ABC News - World
Polish man charged in Denmark over assault on prime minister Frederiksen
A Polish man has been charged with assaulting Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen last month, his lawyer said -
GameSpot - Tech
New Lord of the Rings Anime Has New Heroine Leading The Charge
The next Lord of the Rings movie, the animated film War of the Rohirrim, releases in theaters this December, and while there is no trailer yet, there are a few images and a new one dropped Wednesday. The new image has Héra Hammerhand, daughter of ... -
ABC News - Top stories
Man charged in connection to mass shooting at Oakland Juneteenth celebration
A 23-year-old Oakland man has been charged in connection with a mass shooting that wounded 14 at a Juneteenth celebration last month -
ABC News - World
The suspect in the attempted assassination of Slovakia's PM now faces terror charges
Slovakia’s prosecutor general says the suspect in the attempted assassination on populist Prime Minister Robert Fico is now facing terror charges