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Top stories - The New York Times
Brazil’s Largest Mafia Is Entering Politics. The Government Must Act.
For many Brazilians, the First Capital Command’s push into politics across the nation has been a shock.2 days ago - Brazil -
World - The Guardian
After freeing a man who spent half a century on death row, will Japan keep using the death penalty?
Police fabricated key evidence that led to the conviction of Iwao Hakamada in 1968, but capital punishment still has popular support. By any reasonable legal measure, Iwao Hakamada should not ...2 days ago -
World - The New York Times
U.K. to Hand Over Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Colonial-Era Dispute
After years of legal wrangling and negotiations, Britain said it would surrender sovereignty of the archipelago in the Indian Ocean.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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World - The Guardian
US dock workers agree on deal with port operators to end strike
International Longshoremen’s Association announces agreement for wage hike and immediate work resumption. The US ports strike that shut down shipping on the east and Gulf coasts for three days came ...2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Port workers reach tentative agreement to end strike
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union and the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX), an association of companies that operate East and Gulf Coast ports, reached a tentative agreement ...2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
The One Reason Women Tend to Outperform Men in Sales
When it comes to closing deals, women are more likely to have an empathetic approach.2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Week 6 Race For The Case & four must win games | College Football Enquirer
On today's show, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss four games in Week 6 that are must win situations for Ole Miss, Missouri, Florida State, and Rutgers. They break down what is ...2 days ago - College Football -
Politics - The Hill
Biden hopeful hurricane cleanup could end 'rabid partisanship'
President Biden on Thursday said he’s hopeful that cleanup from Hurricane Helene could end the "rabid" partisanship in the United States, after he visited Republican-controlled states Georgia and ...2 days ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - CBS News
McDonald's set to debut its long-awaited chicken Big Mac
McDonald's is introducing a poultry version of its iconic burger at U.S. locations for a limited time starting next week.2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
IRS free tax filing will be available in 24 states for the 2025 season — here's who can use it
The IRS free tax filing program will be available in 24 states for the 2025 season. Here's who can use Direct File.2 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Explaining FIFA Council's calls on Israel-Palestine, women's Olympic soccer, Club World Cup rosters
The FIFA Council met in Zurich on Thursday to address several topics2 days ago - World Cup -
Business - MarketWatch
Fed’s Kashkari: Child care costs too much, but ‘the private sector cannot solve it on its own’
A public subsidy for child care is necessary in order to lower expenses for American families and provide living wages to child-care workers, said Neel Kashkari, president of the Minneapolis Fed.2 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Swayman on Bruins tenure: 'Don't want it to end'
Restricted free agent goalie Jeremy Swayman, currently in a contentious contract standoff with Boston, said he would do "everything in my power to be a Bruin for a long time" on the NHL's new ...2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Rudy Giuliani’s daughter: Trump an existential threat to women, trans and gay people
Caroline Rose Giuliani, the daughter of Rudy Giuliani, a former New York City mayor and attorney to former President Trump, is sounding alarm bells over the possibility of a second Trump term. ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
California to see unusual October heat wave with record-setting temperatures
California is set to see an unusual October heat wave with a chance of record-setting temperatures in the coming days, the National Weather Service (NWS) said Wednesday. “Record-breaking heat will ...2 days ago - California -
Tech - GameSpot
Get Saw For Free Right Now With Game Pass Ultimate
It's officially spooky season, and Microsoft is getting in the swing of things by offering a pair of scary movies to Game Pass Ultimate subscribers. As spotted by Wario64 , Microsoft is giving ...2 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Gauff rallies in 3 sets to reach China Open semis
Coco Gauff rallied past Yuliia Starodubtseva 2-6, 6-2, 6-2 to make the China Open semifinals.2 days ago - China -
Business - Financial Times
MPs to get free vote on UK assisted dying bill
New legislation giving the terminally ill the choice to control their death to be tabled this month2 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite set for layoff after injuring thigh in training
Defender could be out until after the international break Branthwaite had only just returned after groin surgery Everton could be without influential defender Jarrad Branthwaite until after the ...2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Melania Trump voices support for "essential right all women possess"
Former first lady Melania Trump posted a video on social media after a report claimed she voices support for abortion rights in her new memoir.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Britain to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius ending years of dispute
Agreement to hand back UK’s last African colony follows 13 rounds of negotiations and international pressure. The UK has agreed to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, ending years of bitter ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
France’s 31-year treasure hunt for a buried owl statue finally ends
Conclusion of search launched by 1993 picture puzzle book leaves chouetteurs with mixed emotions. Somewhere in France, a small statuette of a bird in flight has emerged from the soil in which it ...2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Melania Trump backs abortion rights: 'No room for compromise' on women's freedom
Former first lady Melania Trump, wife of Donald Trump, shared her views on abortion and women's rights in a forthcoming memoir and a promo video for that book.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - CBS Sports
Astros' Justin Verlander 'not ready to step away yet' despite early playoff exit and impending free agency
The 41-year-old Verlander was limited with shoulder, neck issues in 20242 days ago - MLB -
Politics - The Hill
We must curtail the presidential pardon power in case Trump wins
According to Alexander Hamilton, the immense unilateral power to pardon “would naturally inspire scrupulousness and caution” in the president. Clearly, then, the drafters of the Constitution did ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Hezbollah’s collapse heralds the end of an era of fear in Lebanon
This moment marks not only the physical demise of Nasrallah but the symbolic end of Hezbollah’s grip on Lebanon, leaving the country — and the region — at a pivotal crossroads.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Women’s T20 World Cup: Scotland slip to 16-run defeat by Bangladesh
Bangladesh, 119-7, beat Scotland, 103-7, by 16 runs Sarah Bryce left stranded unbeaten on 49 Sarah Bryce’s unbeaten 49 was not enough to get Scotland over the line as they started their debut ...2 days ago -
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World - The Guardian
Quebec separatist leader holds Trudeau to ransom: ‘We saw an opportunity’
Yves-François Blanchet says Liberals must pass legislation or lose support of party propping up government. The leader of the Quebec independence party propping up the government of Justin ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘I won’t believe it until I see it happen’: Could a ban on sea farms save Canada’s salmon?
A row over sea life, lice and livelihoods is dividing communities as the government plans to end open-net pen farming in British Columbian waters. On a clear August morning, Skookum John manoeuvres ...3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
How to watch cricket in the US: Where to stream the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup today
It's time for the Women's ICC T20 World Cup. Are you ready to watch some cricket?3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Leon Rose welcomes Karl-Anthony Towns to Knicks, expresses gratitude towards Julius Randle
The Knicks made things official on Wednesday afternoon, announcing the acquisition of Karl-Anthony Towns in a three-team trade involving the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Charlotte Hornets.3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NCAA announces regional sites for 2027 and 2028 men’s and women’s basketball tournaments
The NCAA is sticking with two regionals for the women’s basketball tournament through at least 2028.3 days ago