More Forests Are on Fire, a Big Risk in Climate Change Fight
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World - The Guardian
Gaza at risk of becoming ‘graveyard of international law’ – Palestinian lawyer
Raji Sourani says west is ‘jeopardising something precious’ by shielding Israel from legal consequences. A prominent Palestinian human rights lawyer whose Gaza home was destroyed by an Israeli ...2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Senate majority at risk of falling out of reach for Democrats
Former President Trump's strength in the upper Midwest is putting Senate Democrats on defense, giving the GOP hopes it can not only win the Senate majority but grow it beyond a seat or two. ...2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Morning Report — Break a political deadlock? Take risks.
In today’s issue: Vice President Harris insists she’s the underdog in the presidential race. This week, she’s campaigning that way. Underdogs, when hemmed in, take risks. And sitting for a Fox News ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
The inflation risk for emerging markets
Fiscal indiscipline looms as the biggest threat after central bank battles to slow rising prices2 days ago -
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Business - Financial Times
EU ministers nod to support for nuclear energy ahead of UN climate summit
Bloc officials overcome deep divisions on atomic power but finance goal commitment remains unresolved2 days ago - Climate -
World - The Guardian
What happens to the world if forests stop absorbing carbon? Ask Finland
Natural sinks of forests and peat were key to Finland’s ambitious target to be carbon neutral by 2035. But now, the land has started emitting more greenhouse gases than it stores. Read more: Trees ...2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Insurers embrace climate change investments as catastrophe costs mount
Industry adopts low-carbon goals it once shunned as natural disaster losses exceed $100bn a year2 days ago - Climate -
Top stories - The New York Times
Survivors of Al Aqsa Hospital Fire in Gaza Say They Are Living a ‘Recurring Nightmare’
Scores of families sheltering outside Al Aqsa Martyrs Hospital say they have survived a string of Israeli strikes on the compound and feel trapped with nowhere to go.3 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Lilly Ledbetter, Whose Fight for Equal Pay Changed U.S. Law, Dies at 86
Her lawsuit against Goodyear helped pave the way for the 2009 Fair Pay Act, which was signed into law by former President Barack Obama.3 days ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Activist Investor Doubles Down on Calls for Executive Changes at BP
U.K. activist investor Bluebell Capital Partners is pushing BP to remove its chairman and lead independent director.3 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Waller skeptical of more big Fed rate cuts amid worries a strong economy could reignite inflation
A key voter on the Federal Reserve said the surprising strength of the economy suggests the central bank should “proceed with more caution” in cutting U.S. interest rates to make sure inflation ...3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
Business - MarketWatch
Hint of ‘very high’ consumer inflation expectations raises risks for Treasury market
Buried inside last Friday’s data from the University of Michigan was a shocking inflation outlook from a small segment of consumers — one that is causing some nervousness about whether ...3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Ryder Cup risks fan backlash after hiking ticket prices to $750
The PGA of America is facing accusations of pricing out genuine golf fans after hiking up the cost of tickets to next year’s Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black to a staggering $750 (£574) per day.3 days ago -
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Sports - ESPN
Pederson on 'culture change': Jags just need wins
Doug Pederson says the Jaguars can't get used to losing games because that can become their identity this season.3 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Cowboys' Jones: Not considering coach change
Jerry Jones said he is standing by coach Mike McCarthy, even after experiencing the largest home loss of his time as Cowboys owner and general manager on Sunday.3 days ago - NFL -
Top stories - NBC News
Israeli strike on Gaza hospital ignites devastating fire
The Israeli military has launched a series of deadly strikes in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, including on a flour distribution center, a school and a hospital where displaced Palestinians ...3 days ago - Israel -
Top stories - The New York Times
Climate Disasters Are Shattering the Lives of People Who Live in Mobile Homes
Millions of Americans, many poor and vulnerable, live in mobile and manufactured homes. When catastrophe strikes, they’re often on their own.3 days ago - Climate -
Top stories - CBS News
Climate expert Porter Fox breaks down the factors behind supercharged storms
Porter Fox, author of "Category Five: Superstorms and the Warming Oceans That Feed Them," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain how warmer water and rising sea levels are fueling more powerful ...3 days ago - Climate -
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World - ABC News
A Tesla car crashes and catches fire in France, killing 4
Police in France say four people have died in a car crash after their Tesla vehicle reportedly hit a road sign and caught fire3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
The big idea: why it’s OK not to love your job
We’re constantly told that passion is what makes work fulfilling. But can being head over heels have its downsides?. A few years ago, I went to a retirement event for someone who, in his late 80s ...3 days ago -
Politics - NBC News
Arab and Muslim leaders risk blowback for endorsing Harris
Harris faces ongoing challenges in finding Muslim and Arab community leaders willing to publicly embrace her and risk blowback from their own constituents.3 days ago -
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Top stories - BBC News
Mum of Manchester Arena victim says safety bill debate is 'incredibly exciting'
Figen Murray whose son died in the Manchester Arena attack says Martyn's Law will save lives.3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
How big is the real estate ‘stranded asset’ problem?
Governments’ push towards net zero could lead to increased cost of upgrading buildings3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Europe’s medical schools to give more training on diseases linked to climate crisis
New climate network will teach trainee doctors more about heatstroke, dengue and malaria and role of global warming in health. Mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue and malaria will become a ...3 days ago - Climate -
World - Financial Times
Why have Americans been moving closer to climate risk?
Pandemic-era migration has doubled the number of people in areas most vulnerable to extreme weather events3 days ago - Climate -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Jerry Jones: I'm not considering coaching change after "very concerning" loss
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones turned 82 on Sunday, but it wasn't a birthday to remember.4 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Jags HC: Need culture change; Cisco: 'Lot of quit'
Coach Doug Pederson said the Jaguars are on a "slippery slope" and in need of a culture change, especially after Andre Cisco said he saw "a lot of quit" vs. the Bears.4 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
'Fire Nick'? Sirianni chirps right back at angry Birds fans
Eagles fans reportedly started a "Fire Nick" chant during Sunday's 20-16 home win over one of the worst teams in football.4 days ago -
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World - ABC News
Pakistani police fire tear gas and charge protesters in Karachi
Pakistani police fired tear gas and charged protesters in the southern city of Karachi after they tried to break through a security barricade4 days ago