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The New York Times - Top stories
Emmy Viewership Rises to 6.9 Million Viewers
The uptick puts the Emmys among the award shows, such as the Oscars, that have had audience gains in the past few years.1 hour ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Entire Polish city urged to evacuate as floods batter central Europe
Several people have died across the Czech Republic, Austria, Romania and Poland following devastating floods.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Business
Emmy Viewership Rises to 6.9 Million Viewers
The uptick puts the Emmys among the award shows, such as the Oscars, that have had audience gains in the past few years.2 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
First minister sparks row with NHS bosses over waits
Eluned Morgan says she will hold them to account over long waiting lists.3 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
How much security does Donald Trump get?
Following a second apparent assassination attempt, BBC Verify looks at what security Donald Trump is entitled to.3 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Secret Service could get more funding in stopgap spending bill: Schumer
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) announced Monday that Senate Democrats are prepared to provide more money for the Secret Service after former President Trump was the target of an ...4 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
After mass shooting, bill would require Army to use state crisis laws to remove weapons
It deals with service members deemed to be a threat to themselves or others.4 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
This 'back of the napkin math' shows whether you could have a surprise tax bill, expert says
There is still time to take action if you have not paid enough taxes in 2024, experts say. Here is a quick calculation to know if you are on track.5 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
US imposes sanctions on a spyware firm behind a tool used to spy on dissidents and journalists
The United States is placing new sanctions on a spyware firm and its executives after its tools were used to spy on journalists, dissidents and public officials around the world7 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Sen. Blackburn says there's 'urgent need' to pass kids online safety bill amid roadblock in House
Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released a video Monday emphasizing the "urgent need" to pass the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), aimed at increasing children's digital safety and privacy. In ...8 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
The Climate Election: Rising home insurance costs, explained
The cost of insuring your home is going up, and some homes are "essentially uninsurable" due to rising climate change risks. In Nebraska, the most expensive state for premiums, the cost is nearly ...8 hours ago - Climate -
Inc. - Business
Will Rate Cuts Arrive Fast Enough to Ensure Fed's 'Soft Landing?'
The Federal Reserve Open Markets Committee meets this week and is likely to announce lower interest rates, but business owners wonder when they'll see benefits.8 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Charles Schwab’s stock rises on uptick in August activity
Charles Schwab expects third-quarter results to finish in line with its July business update, with revenue up 2% to 3% from the previous quarter.11 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Bill Gates says this is how he’d start Microsoft again from scratch today: It's a 'fantastic opportunity'
Billionaire Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says he encourages young people to explore artificial intelligence, especially if they want to start a business.11 hours ago - Microsoft -
The Guardian - World
France’s European commissioner resigns amid row with von der Leyen
Thierry Breton, who had been appointed for second term, cited von der Leyen’s ‘questionable governance’ in EU. France’s European commissioner, Thierry Breton, has resigned, citing “questionable ...11 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Europe floods: death toll rises – latest updates
Deaths reported in Romania, Austria, Poland and the Czech Republic where police say seven people are also missing. Watch footage from Central Europe, which has been hit with torrential rain and ...12 hours ago - Europe -
ABC News - World
Strongest typhoon since 1949 hits Shanghai and knocks out power to some homes
The strongest typhoon to hit Shanghai since 1949 has flooded roads with water and broken tree branches and knocked out power to some homes13 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Yen Might Gain if BOJ Signals Rate Rises
The yen could rise further as the BOJ is likely to leave interest rates unchanged on Friday but should continue to signal future rate increases, MUFG Bank said.13 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Consumers Have a Debt Problem: Not Enough of the Right Kind
The Federal Reserve’s next interest-rate decision could be a fateful one for many consumers and in turn for debates about the health of the American spender.14 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Hong Kong Shares Edge Higher as Investors Weigh Weak Chinese Data
Hong Kong shares erased early losses to close higher, supported by biotech and consumer-related stocks.15 hours ago - Hong Kong -
Inc. - Business
4 Ways AI Will Completely Change Your Future, According to Bill Gates
We all know AI will change life as we know it. Bill Gates tries to figure out just what those changes will be.15 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Firms jostle to sell alternative assets to wealthy investors
Critics warn of risks in selling illiquid and hard-to-value products to less experienced retail buyers15 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Think your bills are high? Here’s the huge monthly cost to keep up Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s $68 million mansion.
They’ve walked away from their forever home, but until they find a buyer, they’re saddled with the huge price tag of maintaining it.15 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gold Well Supported by Weaker U.S. Dollar, Fed Cut Expectations
Gold prices were broadly stable but still trading near record highs, supported by a weaker dollar and prospects of a long-awaited interest-rate cut by the Federal Reserve on Wednesday.15 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Saipem Wins $4 Billion QatarEnergy Contract
Saipem shares rose sharply after it was awarded an engineering, procurement and construction contract from QatarEnergy LNG.16 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Hundreds march in Brazil to support religious freedom as cases of intolerance rise
Practitioners of various religions have marched down Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach16 hours ago - Brazil -
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Financial Times - World
Belleville rising: a weekend in Paris’s hip and hilly 20th arrondissement
A rendezvous with a characterful, slower-paced quartier that is all timeless cafés, global food and cool bars and markets — not to mention show-stopping views20 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Over half of Americans say Harris won debate against Trump: Poll
More than half of Americans believe Vice President Harris won last week's presidential debate against former President Trump, according to a new poll. An ABC/Ipsos poll, released Sunday, found 58 ...21 hours ago - Kamala Harris -
ABC News - World
Death toll rises as torrential rain and flooding force evacuations in Central Europe
Heavy rains have caused severe flooding in Central Europe and the death toll has risen21 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
'The Bear' breaks Emmys comedy win record as Liza Colón-Zayas makes history
'The Bear' won 11 Emmys, including for performances by Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Liza Colón-Zayas.Yesterday -
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Financial Times - Business
UK home asking prices rise sharply in September
Declining mortgage rates and certainty of a new government deliver autumn boost to marketYesterday - United Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Warnings from bank executives that Americans are struggling to keep up with their bills have set off alarms on Wall Street, with shares of consumer-lending companies sliding.
Warnings from bank executives that Americans are struggling to keep up with their bills have set off alarms on Wall Street, with shares of consumer-lending companies sliding.Yesterday -
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NBC News - Top stories
Why are killer whale attacks on the rise? These scientists set sail to find out
Attacks by orcas, or killer whales, on boats in the Strait of Gibraltar are increasing. But why are these seemingly peaceful creatures becoming dangerous.Yesterday