More than 180 libraries closed or handed to volunteers, analysis finds

On the Ballot, Abortion Rights Proved More Popular Than Kamala Harris

In states like Arizona and Nevada, some voters split their tickets, supporting abortion rights measures while also backing Donald Trump.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

More than 60 arrested in Amsterdam attack on Israeli soccer fans

Israeli soccer fans were violently attacked in Amsterdam on Thursday night in what Dutch authorities are calling an antisemitic incident. Police say at least 62 people have been arrested in ...

The reality of Europe’s fears about Trump depends more on us than him

If European leaders live up to their part of the Nato bargain, the US administration will too

Business - Financial Times - 17 hours ago

Texas woman sets record for donating more than 2,000 liters of breastmilk

Alyse Ogletree has helped nourished hundreds of thousands of babies as a means of giving to charity. Alyse Ogletree would love it if she could donate immense amounts of money to all sorts of worthy ...

World - The Guardian - 12 hours ago

Switzerland to close 9 centers for asylum-seekers as fewer people arrive than expected

Swiss authorities say they will shut nine temporary centers for asylum-seekers because the number of people seeking asylum recently has been below expectations

World - ABC News - October 22

Don’t sweat the closing bell. It’s easier than ever to trade stocks around the clock.

There’s been a recent push by different players in the financial industry to expand 24-hour trading.

Business - MarketWatch - 5 days ago

Gas tanker explosion kills more than 140 people and injures dozens more in Nigeria

More than 140 people, including children, are dead in Nigeria after an overturned gasoline tanker truck exploded in flames while they tried to scoop up fuel

World - ABC News - October 16

MicroStrategy, the largest corporate bitcoin holder, to raise more than $40 billion to buy more bitcoin

The plan is to use the additional capital ‘to buy more bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset,’ the company says.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Bill Gates is surprised more people don't ask him these 'boring' questions: They're 'more important than the GDP'

Bill Gates fields a lot of questions about AI and climate change. He's surprised more people don't ask him about topics like global health, he says.

Business - CNBC - November 2

Experiencing intense emotions with others makes people feel more connected, study finds

Participants bonded more after watching films that sparked intense emotions. Whether it is laughing at a classic comedy or watching a horror film from behind a cushion, movies can generate myriad ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

‘You stole the election’: Nervous volunteers on frontline of conspiracies

Suspicion about the vote count is pervasive even in small rural communities, where volunteers are preparing for potential violence.

Ryder Cup to charge volunteers almost $400 to ‘work’

The PGA of America has been accused of charging volunteers almost $400 (£308) to work at next year’s Ryder Cup – days after it emerged tickets at Bethpage Black would cost $750 (£577) per day.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Labour volunteers helping Harris 'in spare time', says Starmer

The prime minister said volunteers from his party travelled to the US for "pretty much every" presidential election.

What Drugmakers Did Not Tell Volunteers in Alzheimer’s Trials

Genetic tests showed that certain patients were predisposed to brain injuries if they took the drugs. That information remained secret.

Science - The New York Times - October 23

Britain has closed its eyes to long Covid – which means it will ravage even more lives and livelihoods | Devi Sridhar

Unlike the US, Canada and Australia, the UK is only giving free boosters to some. But the cost of restricting them could be huge. Trust me, no one, even in public health or medicine, wants to talk ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

Eye Opener: Trump closing statement includes more violent rhetoric and personal grudges

At a rally in Pennsylvania on Sunday, former President Donald Trump told supporters that he "shouldn't have left" office in 2020 and described Democrats as "demonic." Also, music legend Quincy ...

12:30 Report — Election guide: Poll closing times, election discounts and more

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT We made it — it’s Election Day. There are a lot of nerves on both sides, but as Ben Rhodes reminded us, it is a privilege to live in a country where we don’t already know the ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

This $400 Wireless LG Soundbar System Is Only $180 In Best Buy's Early Black Friday Sale

Black Friday is always one of the best times to upgrade your home theater, and this year, we're already seeing some awesome early deals on TVs, speakers, and other gear. One notable offer is for ...

Tech - GameSpot - 17 hours ago

Analysis: A Budget for the history books

Nick digs deeper into the Budget following his interview with Rachel Reeves.

Damar Hamlin has been about more than a shocking Monday night moment this season

'I won't lie, Monday nights are a little bit more meaningful to me,' Hamlin said.

Sports - ESPN - October 14

Russian prosecutors seek more than three-year prison term for French citizen accused of collecting military information

World - ABC News - October 14

U.S. crude oil prices fall more than 2% after OPEC cuts demand forecast again

Soft demand in China has weighed on the market for months.

Business - CNBC - October 14

‘More important than going to the moon’: Bill Nighy, James Norton and Thomasin McKenzie on their film about the birth of IVF

Accused of ‘playing God’, a trio of British medics persevered – and changed the lives of millions worldwide. The makers and stars of Joy explain why there were ‘many tears’ during filming. ‘It’s ...

World - The Guardian - October 14

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