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How to Protect Yourself From Wildfire Smoke
Scientists are still studying the long-term health effects of smoke exposure. -
NBC News - Politics
Biden says he’s ‘in this race to the end’ amid growing calls to drop out
NBC News White House Correspondent Monica Alba, NBC News Senior National Political Reporter Sahil Kapur and New York Times Chief White House Correspondent Peter Baker explain what’s happening behind the scenes as President Biden looks to reassure ...Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
White House seeks to stop the bleeding amid new calls for Biden dropout
The White House and Biden campaign sought to stop the bleeding Wednesday, forcefully saying the president will not be dropping out of the race after a disastrous debate underscored concerns about his age and ability to serve. Allies and staff ...Joe Biden -
MarketWatch - Business
Continental AG shares jump 10% as German firm predicts boost from China
Continental AG told analysts that it expects to achieve higher margins in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the first quarter of the yearChina -
VentureBeat - Tech
From code to impact: Crusoe’s hackathon reveals AI’s power to drive change in energy and beyond
The event showcased how AI tools can compress months or years of traditional work into mere hours, potentially revolutionizing clean energy deployment. -
NBC News - Politics
President Biden insists he will not drop out, despite pressure from Democrats
The White House is doing new damage control after President Biden's much-critizied debate performance, with Mr. Biden saying "no one is pushing me out." But The New York Times reported that Mr. Biden told an ally he was weighing whether to drop ...Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Our attitudes towards AI reveal how we really feel about human intelligence
We’re in the untenable position of regarding the AI as alien because we’re already in the position of alienating each other. The idea that superintelligent robots are alien invaders coming to “steal our jobs” reveals profound shortcomings in the ... -
The New York Times - Business
How Reliant Is the U.S. on Avocados From Mexico?
A temporary halt on inspections by U.S.D.A. workers in Mexico on safety concerns highlighted how dependent the United States had become on one region for supplies of the popular fruit. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How the Parks Rank, From Acadia to Yellowstone
A summertime visit to a U.S. national park is something that looms large in the imagination of many Americans. The Wall Street Journal lays out an objective view of the best national parks from Acadia to Zion across four criteria: crowds, hiking ... -
CBS News - Top stories
How other countries mark independence from Britain
America isn't the only country that celebrates independence from Britain.United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
Phillies radio host Howard Eskin banned from home games over ‘unwanted’ kiss
Eskin barred from Citizens Bank ParkWIP host alleged to have kissed a worker without consent Philadelphia sports radio host Howard Eskin has been suspended from Phillies home games for the rest of the season after investigations by his employer ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Why Joey Chestnut is banned from 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest
Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest's reigning champion Joey Chestnut will not participate in this year's competition, clearing the way for a new winner. CBS News New York sports anchor and reporter Steve Overmyer is following the latest in the ... -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Philadelphia radio host Howard Eskin banned from Phillies game after making unwanted advance at female employee
Howard Eskin, 73, was also banned from the 76ers' training facility until further notice. -
CNBC - Business
26-year-old was dropped from her record label, worked as a nanny and barista—4 years later, she's a breakout pop star
Singer Chappell Roan's quick rise to pop stardom didn't happen overnight — and presented a new set of career challenges for the 26-year-old from Missouri. -
CBS News - Top stories
From fireworks to food, here's how to save on Fourth of July expenses
According to the National Retail Federation, Americans are expected to spend $9.4 billion on food this Independence Day, with each consumer spending about $90. Here are a few tips to save money. -
Financial Times - World
How France’s far right built a national movement from the grassroots
Old school retail politics have helped bring Marine Le Pen’s Rassemblement National to the brink of political power -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Boycott reveals second cancer diagnosis
Former England captain Sir Geoffrey Boycott has been diagnosed with throat cancer for the second time and will have surgery. -
Financial Times - Business
Why has Rishi Sunak’s campaign been such a disaster?
The PM’s blunders worsened his chances amid a backdrop of crumbling public services and party fundraising struggles -
Financial Times - World
UK should penalise start-ups that take state aid but list abroad, says lobby group
UK Finance, a banking body argues for clawback of tax breaks to halt flow of business overseasUnited Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Wages Are Rising at Small Firms, But Employment Isn't
The latest NFIB report finds a cooling labor market. -
Inc. - Business
AI Firms Seek Multibillion-Dollar Valuations
A pair of artificial intelligence firms are currently raising funds. Runway seeks $4 billion valuation, and Magic nets$1.5 billion value as investors make commitments.Artificial Intelligence -
MarketWatch - Business
How Kamala Harris’s policies could differ from Biden’s, if she’s the Democratic nominee
If President Joe Biden were to bow out of the White House race, Vice President Kamala Harris is widely viewed as mostly likely to take his place as the Democratic nominee. So what would her policy proposals look like?Joe Biden -
CNBC - Business
No God, no big ads and no age debate: The UK election race is very different to America's
The U.K. and U.S. have a lot in common. But when it comes to politics, the Brits do things very differently from their American friends.United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
From Greece to Argentina: how teams have won tournaments in last 20 years
The past two World Cups have been won with some flair but prior to that, defence and possession were key. As England prepare to face Switzerland in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 on Saturday, Gareth Southgate finds himself being inundated with ... -
The Guardian - World
Rishi Sunak fearful of losing his seat, sources say
PM would become first sitting British leader to be voted out of his constituency if his fears are realised. How boundary changes may affect key constituenciesUK election live – latest updatesRishi Sunak has confided to members of his inner circle ... -
NBC News - Politics
British PM Rishi Sunak faces likely defeat as voters head to polls
British voters are heading to the polls for the country’s first parliamentary election in five years and are widely expected to usher out over a decade of Conservative Party power. Current Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing challengers for the ...United Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Ardian Backs Human Resources Firm HR Path in Return Engagement
Multistrategy fund manager Ardian is returning as an investor in HR Path with a commitment of as much as €250 million, or about $268.5 million, to help the human resources consulting firm accelerate its international expansion. -
BBC News - Top stories
Water firms could be sued over sewage after ruling
Owners of adjacent waterways or even members of the public could now bring action over sewage pollution. -
CBS News - Top stories
Giant creature with fangs was around long before dinosaurs, research reveals
Scientists have revealed fossils of a giant salamander-like beast with sharp fangs that ruled waters before the first dinosaurs arrived. -
VentureBeat - Tech
Pixel Perfect Dude reveals gameplay details for #Drive Rally
Developer Pixel Perfect Dude today revealed more information about its upcoming game, #Drive Rally. More specifically, it gave fans a look at the gameplay for the title, including the cars and customization options, the racing environments and the ... -
MarketWatch - Business
Smith & Nephew shares surge as activist Cevian Capital reveals 5% stake
Shares in Smith & Nephew increased 7% on Cevian’s disclosure that it had built up a 5% stake -
The Guardian - World
Keir Starmer hails ‘new age of hope’ as Rishi Sunak fears losing seat
Final polls predict unprecedented Labour victory, with Starmer declaring Britain a ‘great nation, with boundless potential’. UK general election live: latest updatesKeir Starmer has hailed a “new age of hope and opportunity” as millions of people ... -
MarketWatch - Business
Sunak’s time at No. 10 saw decent U.K. stock market gains, but context is all
The FTSE 100 is higher during Sunak’s reign but has badly underperformed peers.United Kingdom -
ESPN - Sports
Porter to face federal charge in betting scandal
Court papers indicate former Raptors player Jontay Porter will be charged with a federal felony connected to the betting scandal that spurred the NBA to ban him. -
The Hill - Politics
Biden seeks to reassure amid growing Democratic panic
President Biden is trying to reassure top Democrats that he’s up for the challenge of beating former President Trump in November and serving for another four years, amid increasing pressure for him to drop out of the race after his dismal debate ...Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
BMW Hopes to Be a Steady Hand Amid EV Uncertainty
BMW is sticking to planned investments for its battery-powered future while holding onto its conventional gasoline-fueled roots, its technology chief Frank Weber said in an interview. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
What Would Happen if Biden Drops Out of the Election?
Democratic unity showed cracks after his shaky debate performance against Trump.Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
White House adamant Biden 'is not dropping out'
The White House was adamant Wednesday that President Biden isn’t dropping out of the 2024 race, despite some calls from Democrats for him to step aside. “The president is not dropping out, that’s something the campaign has shared,” press secretary ...Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
What Happens if Biden Drops Out of the Election?
Democratic unity showed cracks after his shaky debate performance against Trump.Joe Biden -
CNBC - Business
Oil prices hold firm as large draw on U.S. crude, gasoline inventories signal uptick in demand
Gasoline prices are averaging $3.51 per gallon ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, up about 2 cents from last week.