Looming US ports strike threatens fresh supply chain crisis
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Port workers threaten strike if agreement isn't reached
Major ports across the U.S. could shut down if a new agreement between the union that represents tens of thousands of longshoremen and shipping companies isn't reached by October. Tim McNicholas ...2 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Drought Conditions Threaten Brazilian Coffee Pipeline, Prices
Brazil--the world's largest coffee producer--is grappling with the nation's worst drought in over seven decades.3 hours ago - Brazil -
The New York Times - World
Live Updates: Netanyahu and Hezbollah Trade Fresh Threats
The Israeli leader vowed to take “whatever action is necessary” to diminish the threat posed by Hezbollah. A senior official with the militant group warned that an overnight barrage of missiles ...3 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Israel and Hezbollah Threaten to Hit Harder, Raising Fears of All-Out War
A leader of the Iranian-backed militia said its latest barrage was “just the beginning,” and an Israeli military official said, “Our strikes will intensify.”3 hours ago - Israel -
Financial Times - Business
Looming US ports strike threatens fresh supply chain crisis
Business groups warn of ‘devastating impact’ on economy if dockworkers walk off the job4 hours ago -
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The Guardian - World
Max Verstappen threatens to quit F1 after ‘silly’ punishment for swearing
Red Bull driver calls FIA’s decision-making ‘really tiring’ Hamilton and Russell treated for ‘borderline heatstroke’ Max Verstappen has threatened that he may leave Formula One because of his ...7 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
France’s new government under pressure as opponents threaten no-confidence vote
Critics of new cabinet, finalised by Michel Barnier on Saturday night, said it was ‘same-old, same-old’. Mounting threats of a parliamentary motion of no-confidence have put Michel Barnier’s new ...10 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Israel issues new security warning as Hezbollah hits back for device attacks
Sunday opened with a new barrage of Hezbollah fire into northern Israel, per the Israel Defense Forces, which continued its own campaign of cross-border strikes.11 hours ago - Israel -
The New York Times - World
Middle East Crisis: Hezbollah Targets Israel in Overnight Retaliation for Week of Israeli Attacks
The latest uptick stoked fear of a broader war in the region. Hezbollah’s response came after a week in which Israel carried out a series of audacious attacks, killing some of the group’s top ...20 hours ago - Israel -
The Guardian - World
Von der Leyen tightens grip on EU but trouble looms | Jennifer Rankin
Despite cementing control, the EU commission’s president faces a daunting second term amid the rise of the far right. Ursula von der Leyen was leaving nothing to chance. At a private meeting with ...21 hours ago - European Union -
The Guardian - World
Keir Starmer vows to protect public services from fresh austerity
Prime minister insists he offers more than ‘doom and gloom’ in an interview with the Observer, but admits that leaks and squabbles are damaging the Downing Street operation. Andrew Rawnsley: ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Middle East crisis live: children and Hezbollah commander among 37 killed in Beirut strike, Lebanon says
Lebanon’s health ministry has revised up the death toll from Friday’s attack. Reuters reports that Iran ’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei , said on Saturday that Israel is committing ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
Exploding Pagers Deliver a Supply Chain Warning
The attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon are likely to generate greater momentum for moving factory production closer to home.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Strikes inside Russia with US missiles key to Ukraine’s plan to end war, says Zelenskyy
Zelenskyy will present ‘victory plan’ to US president during trip to Washington next week, when he is also likely to hold talks with Trump. Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged Joe Biden to allow Ukraine ...Yesterday - Ukraine -
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The Wall Street Journal - World
Taiwan Looks at Options as U.S. Weapons Supply Is Hit by Gaza and Ukraine
Delayed shipments have raised questions about what the island democracy can do to stockpile arms ahead of a potential conflict with China.Yesterday - Ukraine -
The Guardian - World
Kamala Harris at Wisconsin rally: ‘Women have died because of Trump’s abortion bans’ – live
Vice-president again highlighted case of Amber Thurman, who died in Georgia due to strict abortion ban. Kamala Harris will be in Georgia today and is expected to speak about Donald Trump’s role ...2 days ago - Abortion -
CBS News - Top stories
East Coast ports brace for possible strike by dockworkers
Even a short strike at East and Gulf Coast ports could disrupt U.S. supply chains until 2025, according to one expert.2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Amazon Wants to Take Over Your Supply Chain
The omnichannel retail giant launched an end-to-end service for businesses that sell on its marketplace.2 days ago - Amazon -
Inc. - Business
Hezbollah Pager Hack Shows Dark Corners of Supply Chains
Tracing the path of the exploding devices to Lebanon requires a close look at an often convoluted route from suppliers to companies that make commoditized electronic goods.2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Major maritime strike could threaten ports across the East Coast
A major strike is on the horizon for thousands of maritime workers, posing a threat to East Coast ports responsible for billions of dollars of goods.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Middle East crisis live: top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrikes on Beirut as 12 dead
IDF confirms it has killed Ibrahim Aqil – wanted by US for alleged role in 1983 US embassy bombings – in southern Beirut; 12 killed and more than 60 injured. A pro-Palestinian protester wearing ...2 days ago - Israel -
GameSpot - Tech
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Presents 'Rush Week' Official Trailer
‘Rush Week’, the all new 1v6 Giallo-inspired multiplayer mode is coming to the world of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. 'Rush Week' launches with Content Pass Early Access on Sept. 26th, free for ...2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
International lawmakers call on VW to withdraw from Xinjiang
Move follows FT report on an audit clearing the carmaker of forced labour at its plant in western China2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Sublime Sydney surge into AFL grand final with crushing win over Port Adelaide
Home side post comfortable 14.11 (95) to 8.11 (59) win at SCG Swans seize control in second quarter as Isaac Heeney stars The SCG has hosted some nerve-shredding finals over the years, but this ...2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Sydney Swans beat Port Adelaide Power to reach AFL grand final – live reaction
Updates from the cut-throat clash at the SCG Any thoughts? Get in touch with an email to Angus Here’s a fun fact: the Swans have played just two preliminary final fixtures at the SCG and they ...2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Von der Leyen announces €35bn EU loan to Ukraine
European Commission president says Kyiv can use money to fund its military in defence against Russian aggression2 days ago - Ukraine -
Financial Times - World
US and Taiwan seek to strengthen drone supply chain to keep out China
Co-operation would be part of wider western ‘de-risking’ because of security fears over Chinese products2 days ago - China -
Wired - Tech
The Multiple Ways Climate Change Threatens to Make Migraines Worse
Migraine sufferers are often triggered by the weather, and research suggests warming temperatures and more extreme weather events worsen attacks.2 days ago - Climate -