Rafael expected to be near major hurricane strength when it hits western Cuba

Transfer Talk: Are Real Madrid going to move on Tchouaméni already?

Real Madrid would consider offers to let midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni leave. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

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Tropical Storm Rafael slams Caribbean, may head to Gulf Coast this weekend

Tropical Storm Rafael is barreling through the Caribbean and may impact the U.S. Gulf Coast this weekend.

Russia’s shadow fleet grows despite western crackdown

Moscow’s capacity to transport oil on old underinsured ships has increased by 70% since last year, says report

World - Financial Times - October 14

Chinese carmakers deny intent to ‘overthrow’ western rivals

In Paris for motor show, companies including Xpeng and GAC pledge their long-term commitments in effort to allay concerns

Business - Financial Times - October 14

From hairspray to Heineken: the Kremlin ally snapping up western assets

Alexei Sagal is among a new group of businessmen benefiting from western companies’ exodus

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Georgian opposition dismayed by western response to ‘falsification’ of election

‘We need our friends’, say pro-European parties ahead of mass demonstrations in Tbilisi

World - Financial Times - October 28

France backs Morocco in dispute over Western Sahara

Paris's change of heart on the question of sovereignty over Western Sahara has angered Algeria.

France announces new investments in disputed Western Sahara

A French delegation visiting Morocco with President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled investment plans in the disputed Western Sahara as part of a broader suite of agreements and partnerships between ...

World - ABC News - October 29

Germany accuses Russia of ‘massive’ effort to stop Moldovans abroad voting

Foreign minister says bomb threats against polling stations in German cities show Putin ‘will stop at nothing’. Germany has condemned what it called “a massive, coordinated attempt” to prevent ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Cuba Suffers Mass Blackout as Energy Crisis Deepens

The Communist government ordered the closure of nonvital activities hours to avoid power grid collapse.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 18

Cuba a oscuras por fallas del sistema eléctrico

Durante semanas, el país ha carecido de combustible para hacer funcionar la red eléctrica, lo que ha dejado a grandes zonas de la isla sin electricidad durante periodos de 15 a 20 horas.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 18

Cuba plunged into crisis by prolonged power blackouts

President warns against ‘vandalism’ after fuel shortages exacerbate economic struggles

Business - Financial Times - October 21

What's behind Cuba's ongoing energy crisis?

The lights are turning back on in Cuba after a major power plant failure plunged the entire nation into darkness last week. While the majority of power has been restored, the blackout is serving as ...

'This is major for me! This is massive!'

The problem with the term ‘global majority’

Endless searching for a label to describe ethnic minority groups is ultimately futile

World - Financial Times - October 29

Republicans capture Senate majority

Republicans on Tuesday captured the Senate, Decision Desk HQ projects, ending their painful four-year stretch in the minority. The victories come as a welcome relief to Republican senators after ...

Politics - The Hill - 11 hours ago

Hurricanes, the election and misinformation

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Storm misinformation stokes election fears The flood of conspiracy theories and rumors amid the severe ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Hurricane Oscar forms in the Caribbean

Hurricane Oscar formed in the Caribbean on Saturday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Miami-South Florida. NWS said Oscar is expected to move toward the Turks and Caicos Islands, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 19

Red Bull’s Helmut Marko criticised over comments on Lando Norris’ mental strength

Marko had said Norris is ‘not the strongest mentally’ Max Verstappen qualifies on pole for sprint race in Austin McLaren chief Zak Brown said the claim from Red Bull’s Helmut Marko that Lando ...

World - The Guardian - October 18

The man who played a big role in getting Russ back to neutral

As Russell Wilson navigates the road from his rocky Broncos stint to Steelers starter, the influence of his late mental coach Trevor Moawad persists.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24

Steve Kerr says Warriors will continue to have 12-man rotation, taking 'strength in numbers' to a new level

Kerr said he couldn't justify playing fewer than 12 players in the opener, and he's going to keep doing it

Sports - CBS Sports - October 24

Ceramic mugs, condiment bars and comfier seats are coming to more Starbucks stores, as new CEO looks to re-caffeinate sales

Starbucks Corp. on Wednesday said its latest quarterly results “do not reflect the strength of our brand,” and said it needed to make fundamental changes to bring back customers.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

In 12-team College Football Playoff, strength of schedule will go a long way in deciding bracket

The executive director of the new 12-team College Football Playoff suggested that while wins and the age-old “eye test” will play a role in determining who makes the bracket, strength of schedule ...

Sports - ABC News - 6 days ago

EXCLUSIVE: Golden Knights Star Defenseman Alex Pietrangelo Fueled By 'Dad Strength' In 17th Season

In Part 1 of a 2-Part series with Vegas Golden Knights star defenseman Alex Pietrangelo discusses how "dad strength" is fueling him for his 17th season in the NHL.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

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