Singapore tries to break free of the ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ cliché
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World - Financial Times
Restrictive EU law could benefit London’s Asian art scene
Art from ancient to new is being sold in galleries, auction houses and Frieze Masters this autumn4 hours ago - European Union -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Freddie Freeman says his ankle sprain is worst injury he's ever tried to play through
Freddie Freeman is set to play for the Dodgers in Game 1 of the NLDS against the San Diego Padres, but his right ankle sprain is still a concern for him.6 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Harris, in Michigan, Tries to Head Off Trump’s Attacks Over Gas Cars
Kamala Harris, who has faced a flurry of Trump ads in Michigan misleadingly arguing that she wants to ban gas cars altogether, promised, “I will never tell you what kind of car you have to drive.”8 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
NewsNation anchor Nichole Berlie announces she's cancer-free
After going through what she describes as a hellish treatment process, NewsNation anchor Nichole Berlie is sharing some happy news: She's cancer-free. "One year ago today, October 4 of last year, I ...11 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
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 cuts12 hours ago -
Politics - NBC News
Biden says the election will be 'free and fair,' but 'I don't know whether it will be peaceful'
President Joe Biden said Friday he was confident that the November election would be "free and fair" but expressed concerns that it may not be "peaceful."13 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Politics - NBC News
Biden: The election will ‘be free and fair’ but ‘I don’t know whether it will be peaceful’
During a surprise appearance at the White House press briefing, President Biden was asked about the 2024 presidential election. The president said he expects it will be “free and fair,” but cast ...13 hours ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Mark Zuckerberg Adds T-Shirt Designer to His Resume.
Et tu, Zuck?15 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Breaking down the verdict in the Tyre Nichols case
A jury on Thursday delivered a mixed verdict for the three former police officers in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols. All of them were convicted of witness tampering related to the cover-up, but ...19 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Woman who accused Lewandowski of assault says his lawyers tried to buy her silence
The ex-wife of a wealthy GOP donor reported Lewandowski to the police for allegedly assaulting and stalking her at a Las Vegas charity event.20 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Malaysian billionaire hotelier charged in Singapore in relation to ex-minister's wrongdoings
A Malaysian billionaire hotelier who brought Formula One to Singapore has been charged for allegedly obstructing justice and abetting wrongdoings by a former Cabinet minister who was imprisoned a ...20 hours ago -
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 week21 hours ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Asian Shipping Stocks Fall After U.S. Port Workers Suspend Strike
Shares of Asian shipping companies fell sharply after U.S. port workers suspended a three-day strike, dashing hopes for higher freight rates as a result of limited supply.Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Pension tax breaks: what’s in the Budget firing line?
Analysts lay out the range of options at the chancellor’s disposal as Starmer warns of ‘decisions’ on the horizonYesterday -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
A Welcome Break on ‘One of the Hardest Days’ of Her Life
Mary Kathryn Burke was ready for a drink after her mother was admitted to the hospital. Jonathan King messaged her at the right time.Yesterday -
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 internationallyYesterday -
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 ...Yesterday -
Top stories - NBC News
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.Yesterday -
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Business - Inc.
Student Loan Forgiveness Gets a Major Break from Federal Judge
U.S. District Judge J. Randal Hall ruled that Georgia failed to show it would be harmed by student loan forgiveness.Yesterday -
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.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Van Jones: Melania Trump breaking with GOP on abortion 'bizarre'
CNN political commentator Van Jones in an interview Thursday called a video from former first lady Melania Trump in which she appears to take a stance in favor of abortion rights "bizarre." "This ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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 ...Yesterday -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
NOFX aren't breaking up, they're retiring — and it's probably for the best for everyone involved
Singer Fat Mike Burkett says it is time for the band to call it quits, but not before playing three final L.A.-area shows this weekend.Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
JD Vance ‘crazy’ for refusing to accept 2020 election result, Republican Senate candidate says
Larry Hogan fears the party’s candidates for Congress could lose because of Trump’s divisive rhetoricYesterday -
Tech - Wired
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Breaks Out of Its Box—and Onto a Canvas
ChatGPT’s new canvas interface can suggest improvements to writing and code as well as make in-line changes.Yesterday -
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 monthYesterday - United Kingdom -
Top stories - CBS News
Hurricane Helene relief funding up in the air with Congress in break
Federal relief funds for recovery from Helene are in limbo with Congress still in recess. President Biden is pushing for lawmakers to regroup soon as many in the Southeast struggle without power ...Yesterday -
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 2024Yesterday - MLB -
World - The Guardian
David Gilmour: ‘The rich and powerful have siphoned off the majority of music industry money’
As he tours new album Luck and Strange, the Pink Floyd guitarist answers your questions on spirituality, Kate Bush – and reconciliation with Roger Waters. The Division Bell is my favourite ...Yesterday -
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World - Financial Times
Harris tries to lock in anti-Trump Republican voters
Liz Cheney to stump for Democratic presidential candidate in swing state Wisconsin on ThursdayYesterday - Donald Trump -
Business - MarketWatch
Estate planning has become more urgent for rich people as the election nears. That’s why tax laws need fixing, critics say.
Wealthy families’ focus on the estate tax is fodder for critics of the U.S. tax system and a preview of the fierce debate coming when the Trump tax cuts sunset.Yesterday