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US economy smashes expectations with 254,000 jobs added in September
Figure prompts traders to increase bets Federal Reserve will slow pace of interest rate cuts59 minutes ago -
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AI's Big Gift to Society Is … Pithy Summaries?
Companies keep rolling out AI features that boil down various kinds of text. They're making us dumber.2 hours ago -
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World - Financial Times
Singapore charges billionaire in gifts scandal involving ex-minister
Ong Beng Seng accused of abetting S Iswaran who was sentenced to a year in prison this week4 hours ago -
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Israel’s offensive in Lebanon has displaced 1.2 million, prime minister says
Nearly one quarter of all Lebanese have been displaced by Israel’s military campaign there, the country’s caretaker prime minister said.6 hours ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart wanted ‘so-called’ portraits ‘permanently disposed of’
Freedom of information documents reveal mining magnate lobbying National Gallery chair over Vincent Namatjira portraits. Billionaire mining magnate Gina Rinehart not only wanted two unflattering ...8 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Ex-carbon offsetting boss charged in New York with multimillion-dollar fraud
Kenneth Newcombe, formerly CEO of C-Quest Capital, indicted over allegations of carbon credit manipulation. A former carbon offsetting executive has been charged with fraud by US federal ...10 hours ago - New York -
World - Financial Times
Only five MPs disclosed clothing gifts in past decade
Register of interests indicates garment gifting not historically widespread11 hours ago -
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Some Evidence in Adams Case Involves Classified Material, U.S. Says
In a letter to the judge handling the Eric Adams corruption case, federal prosecutors said there was evidence that could damage national security if exposed in open court.11 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
How Singapore became a magnet for independent jewellers
A wealthy local clientele looking for one-off designs has boosted the sector, and now word is spreading internationally12 hours ago -
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Former Singapore minister is jailed for a year for receiving gifts in landmark case
A Singapore court sentenced a former minister to 12 months in prison in the first jailing of a former cabinet member in a city-state known for clean governance.13 hours ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
TikTok personality 'Mr. Prada' charged in the killing of a Louisiana therapist
A TikTok personality known as Mr. Prada is charged in the bludgeoning death of a Louisiana therapist14 hours ago - Tiktok -
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TikTok personality 'Mr. Prada' charged in the killing of a Louisiana therapist
A TikTok personality known as Mr. Prada is charged in the bludgeoning death of a Louisiana therapist14 hours ago - Tiktok -
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Miami Dolphins are in advanced talks to sell minority stake in team to Ares Management, billionaire Joe Tsai
The deal, which would also include Hard Rock Stadium, values the team at $8.1 billion, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.14 hours ago -
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3 ex-Memphis officers convicted of federal charges in death of Tyre Nichols
Three former Memphis police officers were found guilty Thursday of federal civil rights violations in the January 2023 beating death of Tyre Nichols. However, the three were exonerated on some ...15 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Ex-Nevada gubernatorial candidate convicted in federal wire fraud case
Former Nevada gubernatorial candidate Michele Fiore (R) was convicted in a federal wire fraud case on Thursday. Fiore, a former Las Vegas City Councilwoman, was convicted by a jury on federal wire ...15 hours ago -
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3 ex-Memphis officers convicted on some charges in Tyre Nichols case
A federal jury convicted three former Memphis, Tennessee, police officers Thursday on some charges stemming from the fatal 2023 beating of Tyre Nichols during a traffic stop. Neema Rahmani, former ...16 hours ago -
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Tyre Nichols jury returns mixed verdict for 3 ex-Memphis officers
The jury returned the verdict the same day in the trial of three former Memphis officers charged with civil rights violations in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.16 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Billionaire Frank Stronach is facing additional sexual assault charges in Canada
Austrian-Canadian billionaire Frank Stronach is facing additional sexual assault charges involving three additional complainants, court documents how17 hours ago -
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Churches in the Dallas Area Grapple With Scandal and Controversy
In this part of Texas, a pastor with a clean reputation is not to be taken for granted.17 hours ago -
World - Yahoo News
G20 environment ministers back funding for forest conservation
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NOFX aren't breaking up, they're retiring — and it's probably for the best for everyone involved
Citing internal tensions and a lack of motivation to go on, singer Fat Mike Burkett says it is time for the band to call it quits, but not before playing three final LA-area shows in San Pedro this ...21 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Musk’s millions in rightwing gifts began earlier than previously known – report
X owner has spent tens of millions to fund conservative causes including anti-immigrant and anti-transgender ads. Elon Musk has given tens of millions of dollars to rightwing groups in recent ...21 hours ago -
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Popular TikTok creator Mr Prada charged with second-degree murder
TikTok creator Terryon Thomas, best known as Mr Prada online, is being charged with second degree murder and obstruction of justice, officials announced Thursday.22 hours ago - Tiktok -
World - The Guardian
What are the risks involved in Israeli options for retaliatory strikes on Iran?
Israel has several possible targets including military, economic or even nuclear sites, but all come with caveats. Middle East crisis – live updates Israel has several options if its leaders ...22 hours ago - Israel -
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Guard charged in 2 deaths at troubled Wisconsin prison pleads no contest to reduced charge
One of eight guards charged in the deaths of two inmates at a troubled maximum security prison in Wisconsin has pleaded no contest to a reduced charge23 hours ago -
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Malaysian and Pakistani prime ministers agree to boost trade and economic ties
The prime ministers of Malaysia and Pakistan have agreed to increase bilateral trade and boost economic ties after talks in IslamabadYesterday - Pakistan -
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Trump casts 'election interference' label on everything while facing federal charges
Donald Trump has never stopped propagating falsehoods that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from him. But now, he is increasingly turning his attention toward pre-emptive claims the 2024 ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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Trump casts 'election interference' label on everything while facing federal charges
Donald Trump has never stopped propagating falsehoods that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from him. But now, he is increasingly turning his attention toward pre-emptive claims the 2024 ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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Doctor charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death pleads guilty
Dr. Mark Chavez, one of the doctors charged in connection to actor Matthew Perry's death, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to illegally obtaining the powerful anesthetic ketamine that was administered ...Yesterday -
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White supremacist gang members in San Fernando Valley face federal charges
Nearly 70 people who belong to or are associated with a white supremacist gang in the San Fernando Valley were indicted on federal charges, authorities announced Wednesday.Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
It feels nothing like ‘fine dining’, but Copenhagen’s Kadeau is a true gift
Our critic’s journey to rediscover the joy of fine dining takes a positive turn in CopenhagenYesterday -
World - The Guardian
Starmer repaid freebies to restore trust in politics, minister says
Sarah Jones suggests PM believes he should be held to higher standards now he is in government. UK politics live – latest updates Keir Starmer has repaid thousands of pounds in freebies to ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
New Japanese prime minister’s dovish comments rekindle yen carry trade
Currency falls after Ishiba says Japan’s economy is ‘not in an environment’ for further interest rate risesYesterday - Japan -
World - ABC News
Former Singaporean cabinet minister sentenced to a year in prison after he pleaded guilty to receiving illegal gifts
Former Singaporean cabinet minister sentenced to a year in prison after he pleaded guilty to receiving illegal giftsYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Ex-teacher on bail for sexual assault sought work as private tutor
A man charged with sexual assault has been advertising as a private tutor for children, the BBC finds.Yesterday