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BBC News - Top stories
Unlawful care homes ‘profiteer’ from at-risk children
Placing children with complex needs in care threatens to bankrupt some councils, the Family Court is told.24 minutes ago -
ABC News - Health
Senate Republicans again block legislation to guarantee women's rights to IVF
Republicans have blocked for a second time this year legislation to establish a nationwide right to in vitro fertilization, arguing that the vote is an election-year stunt after Democrats forced a ...51 minutes ago - Republican Party -
ABC News - Tech
Instagram makes teen accounts private as pressure mounts on the app to protect children
Instagram is introducing separate teen accounts for those under 18 as it tries to make the platform safer for children amid growing backlash against how social media affects young people’s lives52 minutes ago -
The Guardian - World
Man accused of arson in devastating California wildfire pleads not guilty
Justin Wayne Halstenberg, 34, was denied bail and entered his plea from jail in a video arraignment Tuesday. A California man has pleaded not guilty to starting a fire that authorities said ...54 minutes ago - California -
The New York Times - Science
A New Mini-Moon Is Being Captured by Planet Earth
It’s just a little guy, and not everyone agrees that it’s actually a mini-moon.56 minutes ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Black women have higher risk of dying from all types of breast cancer, new study finds
Black women have a higher risk of dying from breast cancer when compared to white women, and racism could be a factor in the disparity, according to a new study by Massachusetts General Hospital. ...1 hour ago -
The Guardian - World
Anthony Joshua willing to risk it all in world title battle with Daniel Dubois
Dubois’ IBF heavyweight belt up for grabs on Saturday Wembley fight will have sold-out crowd of 96,000 Anthony Joshua has suggested he is “willing to die” in the ring when he fights Daniel ...1 hour ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
California governor signs laws to protect actors against unauthorized use of AI
California's governor has signed legislation to protect Hollywood actors and performers against unauthorized use of artificial intelligence, such as creating their digital clones without their consent2 hours ago - California -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Gov. Newsom signs bills offering AI protections for actors
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday signed two bills that will give actors more protections over their digital likeness, addressing concerns brought up during last year's Hollywood strike led by ...3 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Smart money remains on Glasgow being a temporary Commonwealth Games fix
Nobody cares to play host to exorbitant mid-tier event and organisers are running out of time to convince otherwise. The last time the Commonwealth Games was staged, two years ago in Birmingham, ...3 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Senate to vote again on IVF fertility protections in election-year push
The Senate will vote for the second time this year on legislation to establish a nationwide right for in vitro fertilization4 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Portugal Going Through ‘Difficult Days’ as Wildfires Burn Across the Country
More than 5,000 personnel are battling a number of wildfires, the authorities said, and the prime minister called it an “extremely difficult weather situation.”4 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Taliban’s curbs on women add to risk of polio outbreak, health officials warn
Regime suspends polio campaign across Afghanistan over security concerns and women’s role in vaccination drive. Afghanistan is at risk of a polio outbreak, health officials have warned, after the ...4 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Halle Berry talks psychological thriller: "I love being scared"
Academy Award winner Halle Berry spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the beauty of aging and what she loves about her new thriller movie.5 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Map shows average home insurance price in your state as risks rise
Home insurance premiums have at times risen 40% faster than inflation. Extreme weather events are likely to make the expense worse.5 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
The Biggest Lessons OUI the People's Founder Has Learned From Her Community
Founder Karen Young credits community as the biggest traffic driver to her website.5 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Algeria's president is being sworn in for a second term after lopsided election
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has been sworn in for a second term after being elected in a landslide vote marred by apathy and questions around the vote count5 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Senate to vote on federal IVF protections
Senate leaders are voting Tuesday on legislation that would establish a nationwide right to in vitro fertilization. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.5 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Doctors Without Borders closes operations in Russia
Doctors Without Borders says it has closed its operations in Russia after 32 years6 hours ago - Russia -
The Guardian - World
Portugal wildfire deaths rise to seven after firefighters trapped in blaze
More than 50 people injured as 54 fires burn across country amid hot, dry and windy weather. Seven people have been killed and more than 50 injured in wildfires ravaging central and northern ...6 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Wildfires in Portugal blamed for three deaths as Europe sends aircraft to help
Five thousand firefighters are struggling to contain multiple wildfires raging across northern Portugal that are blamed for causing at least six deaths and forcing an unknown number of residents to ...8 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Tuberville calls for Navy SEALs to protect Trump
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) suggested Monday that Navy SEALs be employed to protect former President Trump, as he lamented the security in place during the second apparent assassination attempt ...8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Top stories
Drinking this much coffee a day is linked to a lower risk of several diseases
A new study found that drinking about three cups of coffee per day was associated with the lowest risk of stroke, coronary heart disease and type 2 diabetes.8 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Trump-Taylor Swift feud may pose risks in tight election
The escalating feud between former President Trump and Taylor Swift could impact November’s election as Democrats seek to use Swift’s endorsement of Vice President Harris as a turnout mechanism. ...11 hours ago - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Top stories
Harris to field questions from Black reporters weeks after Trump questioned her heritage
Kamala Harris will take questions from three members of the National Association of Black Journalists on Tuesday, six weeks after Trump's NABJ conference appearance.12 hours ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - World
At least 15 dead since July and thousands of hectares scorched as wildfires sweep Peru
Peruvian authorities say that wildfires in Peru have left at least 15 dead since July and more than 3,000 hectares of cultivated land and natural areas scorched12 hours ago -
ABC News - World
2 people reported dead in China as Typhoon Bebinca is downgraded to a tropical storm
Chinese state media say two people have died in eastern Jiangsu province as Typhoon Bebinca brought torrential rains and powerful winds before easing into a tropical storm16 hours ago - China -
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The Hill - Politics
Trump recounts being on golf course during apparent assassination attempt
Former President Trump on Monday offered his first recollection of what he was doing when Secret Service engaged an alleged would-be-assassin along the perimeter of his Florida golf club a day ...20 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CBS Sports - Sports
Falcons' Kirk Cousins admits he's not 100% in recovering from torn Achilles, per report
Cousins says he feels 100% in the pocket, but is not 100% overall20 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
What to Know About Secret Service Protection After Trump Assassination Attempts
Levels of protection depend on a protectee’s position and the assessment of risk.22 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
The guarantee protections in Deshaun Watson's contract for 2024-26 still apply
August 2024 restructuring has no impact on status of guarantees.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Elizabeth Higgins Clark and Lauren Pomerantz Discuss Marriage, a Miscarriage and Grief
Elizabeth Higgins Clark and Lauren Pomerantz endured quite a bit of grief after their 2018 wedding. Despite times of doubt, loneliness and loss, their relationship remained strong.3 days ago