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World - ABC News
One year in, war casts a shadow over every aspect of life in Israel
Across Israel, it can seem on the surface that much of life has returned to normal, but a year of war has cast a pall and is affecting nearly every facet of daily life17 minutes ago - Israel -
Top stories - BBC News
Should you tip even if the service wasn't worth it?
There are no set rules when it comes to tipping but here's what hospitality staff, customers and experts have to say.8 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'I felt my heart was going to stop': At the scene of an IDF strike in Beirut
An apparent attempted assassination tore through a Beirut tower block, far from Hezbollah's base.8 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
A French judge in a shocking rape case allows the public to see some of the video evidence
A French judge in the trial of dozens of men accused of raping an unconscious woman whose now former husband had repeatedly drugged her so that he and others could assault her has decided to allow ...9 hours ago -
World - ABC News
A French judge in a shocking rape case allows the public to see some of the video evidence
A French judge in the trial of dozens of men accused of raping an unconscious woman whose now former husband had repeatedly drugged her so that he and others could assault her has decided to allow ...9 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
French judge in mass rape case to allow public to see video evidence
A French judge in the trial of dozens of men accused of raping an unconscious woman decided to allow the public to see some video recordings of the alleged rapes.9 hours ago - France -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Dikembe Mutombo, NBA Star Known for His Height and Heart, Dies at 58
The 7’2” player won friends while blocking their shots, and won fans for his towering presence as a trailblazer off the court.9 hours ago - NBA -
Sports - ESPN
Should you draft Jokic or Wembanyama at No. 1 this season?
With the incredible rise of Wemby, it's no longer a slam dunk to pick Nikola Jokic with the No. 1 pick.11 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Michael Moore: Only 'landslide' loss will guarantee Trump's 'permanent removal from the public eye'
Michael Moore says it'll take former President Trump losing the election "in a landslide" in order to "guarantee" that he fades from the spotlight. "We need to ensure that Trump loses in a ...12 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
46-year-old turned 400 of his employees into millionaires by selling his startup for $3.7B: ‘These are life-changing outcomes’
Jyoti Bansal says selling his startup AppDynamics was "the hardest decision" of his career. Turning hundreds of employees into millionaires was a deciding factor.12 hours ago -
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Top stories - CBS News
Should seniors invest in gold as the economy improves?
Even as the economy improves, seniors could still benefit from investing in gold. Here's what to know now.12 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Judge rules public can view video evidence in French mass rape trial
A previous ruling is reversed in the trial of a man accused of drugging his wife and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her.12 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Oliver Sacks Archive Heads to the New York Public Library
The voluminous papers of the celebrated neurologist include letters, notebooks, drafts and other traces of a man who couldn’t stop writing.14 hours ago - New York -
Sports - CBS Sports
Falcons WR KhaDarel Hodge feels overtime TD vs. Buccaneers was 'moment of my life'
Hodge came off the bench for an injured Drake London in overtime and caught the game-winning TD14 hours ago - NFL -
Business - MarketWatch
Medtronic voluntarily recalls insulin pumps due to risk of shortened battery life
Company says a single drop, bump, or physical impact can affect batteries by damaging internal electronics16 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Watch: The dashcam footage that has helped police prosecute drivers
More people are being prosecuted for dangerous driving thanks to a huge increase in footage submitted to police by the public.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 ...19 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
Blasts Shake Beirut as Israel Targets Remaining Hezbollah Leaders, Officials Say
Israeli officials said warplanes bombed an underground bunker where senior Hezbollah officials were meeting, including the presumed successor to the group’s recently assassinated leader.20 hours ago - Israel -
Top stories - BBC News
Life after care: 'I fear owning too much stuff in case I have to move'
The number of young care leavers facing homelessness is a "failure of society", says one charity.21 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
The ransomware battle is shifting — so should our response
Billions of dollars are being lost each year and critical infrastructure is coming under threatYesterday -
Business - Financial Times
The Nintendo Museum should be a gamer’s paradise. But there’s a bug in the system
Kyoto’s temple to Mario and Co is stingy where it mattersYesterday -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
A Welcome Break on ‘One of the Hardest Days’ of Her Life
Mary Kathryn Burke was ready for a drink after her mother was admitted to the hospital. Jonathan King messaged her at the right time.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Trump on Melania's abortion rights comment: 'You have to stick with your heart'
Former President Trump said in an interview that he told Melania Trump that she's "got to write what you believe" regarding her apparent pro-choice stance on abortion in her memoir that's set to ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
World - The New York Times
The S.S. United States May Soon Find New Life on the Florida Seafloor
The S.S. United States, one of the fastest ships to ever cross the Atlantic Ocean, may be sunk off the coast and turned into a habitat to marine life as the world’s largest artificial reef.Yesterday - Florida -
World - The Guardian
European football: TNS battle before Fiorentina defeat, Hearts snatch late win
Welsh side hold out for 65 minutes before losing 2-0 Hearts stun Dinamo Minsk | Larne lose in Molde The New Saints put up impressive resistance before falling to a 2-0 defeat against ...Yesterday - Europe -
Politics - The Hill
GOP rep: Pence's life 'wasn't really in peril' when Trump said 'So what?'
Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.) said former Vice President Mike Pence’s life “wasn’t really in peril” when former President Trump allegedly said “So what?” on Jan. 6, 2021, in response to an aide alerting ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
How the port strike could impact daily life
Port workers are striking from Maine down to Texas, costing the U.S. economy as much as $5 billion per day but raising questions about how the strike will directly impact consumers. Despite a run ...Yesterday -
Sports - ABC News
On the road: Plenty of NBA teams mixing the grind of training camp with resort life
The Cleveland Cavaliers were hitting golf balls into a lake and some people couldn’t figure out whyYesterday - NBA -
World - The Guardian
Revealed: CEO at heart of US ports strike made crude attacks on Biden and Democrats
David Adam of USMX made coarse remarks about president and appeared to endorse rightwing conspiracy theory. An executive representing ports where tens of thousands of workers went on strike this ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
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
New PC Game Bundle Has Stalker Collection - Catch Up For Cheap Before Heart Of Chernobyl
It's the start of a new month, and Fanatical is kicking things off with the October 2024 edition of its Platinum Collection bundle deal. Like other Fanatical build-your-own bundle promotions, ...Yesterday -
Tech - GameSpot
New Sims 4 Life & Death Expansion Lets You Reap Souls, Plan Funerals, And Unmask The Grim Reaper
Just in time for spooky season, players of The Sims 4 got their first in-depth look at the popular life sim's macabre new Life & Death expansion pack via a trailer released by EA. While every ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Florida law banning homeless people from sleeping in public spaces takes effect
A Florida law banning homeless people from sleeping in public spaces, one of the strictest anti-homeless statutes in the country, took effect Tuesday Under the law, municipalities are required to ...Yesterday - Florida -
Top stories - CBS News
Sneak peek: The Depraved Heart Murder
ALL NEW: A surgeon is accused of drugging his girlfriend in order to control her. "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports Saturday, Oct. 5 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
‘I haven’t come back’: Freed from Hamas, former hostages cope with life after Oct. 7
During its attack against Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, members of Hamas and other militant groups kidnapped around 250 hostages. Among them were Aviva Siegel, Moran Stela Yanai, Ilana Gritzewsky and ...2 days ago -