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Republicans won big in the Senate. A warning lurks in the purple states.
Republicans’ primary intervention strategy propelled them to a majority, but they failed to flip four battlegrounds that Donald Trump carried.Politics - Politico - November 12 -
Ravens still backing K Justin Tucker despite rare struggles: ‘He’s definitely our best option’
Justin Tucker has missed six field goals this season, which is one shy of matching the worst outing of his career.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 18 -
49-year-old started his business 'to make $5,000 a month to survive, pay my mortgage'—he sold it for $100 million
When tech CEO Tomas Gorny launched a web-hosting startup in 2001 after losing millions, his modest goals helped him build a better business, he says.Business - CNBC - 6 days ago -
Public sector pay rises and debt interest costs push up UK government borrowing; Bitcoin nearing $100,000 – business live
UK records the second highest October borrowing since 1993, while crypto-friendly Trump pushes bitcoin towards $100k. The jump in UK borrowing last month ( see opening post ) makes it hard for ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry push back on U.S. Ryder Cup players' demands, would 'pay for the privilege to play'
The Irish stars are on the opposite side of the U.S. players when it comes to being compensated for Ryder Cup participationSports - CBS Sports - November 14 -
Small Business Administration-Backed Financing Rose to $56 Billion in Fiscal Year 2024
Smaller loans made up for much of the additional funding.Business - Inc. - November 8 -
UK business cutting back growth plans after Budget tax rises, warns CBI
Results of survey of lobby group’s members are latest sign of souring relations between government and corporate worldBusiness - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
Some Democrats back Trump pick Rubio for secretary of State but remain critical of Hegseth, Gabbard and Gorka
Trump has made a flurry of Cabinet picks in the last two weeks, and eyes are now on the U.S. Senate to see whether they will confirm them.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
Walmart pulls back on DEI efforts, removes some LGBTQ merchandise from website
The big-box retailer, the nation's largest, joins a growing list of companies feeling the heat from conservative activists.Business - CNBC - 18 hours ago -
Walmart pulls back on DEI efforts, removes some LGBTQ merchandise from website
Walmart on Monday confirmed that it’s ending some of its diversity initiatives, removing some LGBTQ-related merchandise from its website and winding down a nonprofit that funded programs for ...Top stories - NBC News - 21 hours ago -
2024 Week 11 NFL picks, odds, best bets from advanced model: This 5-way football parlay would pay out 25-1
SportsLine's Model reveals its top Week 11 NFL picks, NFL best bets, NFL parlay picks, NFL parlay card, NFL predictions, and 25-1 football parlaySports - CBS Sports - November 17 -
Trump and student loans
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story What Trump's win means for student loan forgiveness Advocates are now focusing ...Politics - The Hill - November 8 -
At the Pandemic’s Start, Americans Began Drinking More. They Still Are.
Excessive drinking persisted in the years after Covid arrived, according to a new data.Science - The New York Times - November 11 -
How People Are Earning Thousands Investigating Pandemic Fraud
Some private citizens are hunting for potential cases of fraud tied to small-business loans. They have earned big payouts — in some cases, more than $1 million.Business - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
The era of political polarization is over
Despite claims of political polarization, the Democratic and Republican parties are unified in their temperament and values, with both candidates moving towards centrist positions on issues such as ...Politics - The Hill - November 4 -
How to trade in the Trump era
From bitcoin to navigating the new president’s Tudor court, investors should bear the following in mindBusiness - Financial Times - November 15 -
Is a $100,000 home equity loan worth it?
A $100,000 home equity loan could be worth opening for a wide swath of homeowners. Here's why.Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
BP reports lowest quarterly profit since pandemic on weak oil prices
Energy group pledges to review share buyback plan in February after latest $1.75bn repurchaseBusiness - Financial Times - October 29 -
Despite Covid ‘Amnesia,’ the Pandemic Simmers Beneath the 2024 Race
Dueling Trump and Harris rallies outside Atlanta offer a case study in how anger and anxiety over Covid-19, a proxy for the larger debate over trust in government, have shaped the 2024 race.Health - The New York Times - October 29 -
Murders Surged in the Pandemic. Now in Many Cities That Surge Is Gone.
A huge drop in 2023 has been followed by an even greater improvement so far this year.Top stories - The New York Times - November 2 -
Ghost of pandemic haunts US election with win for anti-vax movement
Robert F Kennedy Jr, vaccine skeptic and conspiracy theorist, says Trump promised him control of health policy. Donald Trump will be propelled to the White House for a second term amid concerns ...World - The Guardian - November 7 -
UK home sales still below pre-pandemic levels
Pricier mortgages in recent years have a knock-on effect on property transactionsWorld - Financial Times - November 9 -
Vaccine opponent sentenced to 5 years for encouraging terrorism during pandemic
An opponent of vaccines who wrote social media posts urging violence against scientists, politicians and public health officials during the COVID-19 pandemic has been sentenced to five years in prisonWorld - ABC News - November 11 -
Americans' increased pandemic drinking lasted for years, study finds
Pandemic-prompted drinking persists, according to a new study that shows a continued increase in alcohol use.Top stories - CBS News - November 11 -
Excessive drinking inches higher after pandemic increase: Research
Excessive drinking continued increasing in 2022, after rising during the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study that was released on Tuesday. The study, published in the Annals ...Politics - The Hill - November 12 -
Watch live: House COVID panel looks into preparations for future pandemics
The House Oversight and Accountability Committee's COVID-19 panel is holding its final hearing Thursday, focusing on ways to prepare for a future pandemic. Subcommittee Chair Rep. Brad Wenstrup ...Politics - The Hill - November 14 -
Poland moves to reopen embassy in North Korea closed during COVID pandemic
Poland says it is reactivating its embassy in the capital of North Korea, becoming the second Western nation after Sweden to resume operations that were suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemicWorld - ABC News - November 15 -
Without Drama or Banana, Art Auctions Struggle
Beyond the headline-grabbing sales of the fall auction season, the market tries to soar beyond its two-year slump.Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
The Trump Era Never Really Ended
Should we even call it a comeback?Top stories - The New York Times - November 11 -
Is the Northeast Entering Its Wildfire Era?
The New York region is unlikely to ever have as many brush fires as out West. But residents need to be ready for more droughts.Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago