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ABC News - World
Activists criticize high cost of Pope Francis' visit to East Timor, one of the poorest nations
East Timor pulled out all stops for Pope Francis’ historic visit to one of the world’s youngest and poorest countries to the tune of $12 million, drawing rebuke from activists and human rights ...4 minutes ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
China Inflation Picks Up But Still Below Expectations
China’s consumer inflation picked up but was below expectations despite supply constraints, a reading that is unlikely to shake off concerns around limpid demand and other pressures facing the ...1 hour ago - China -
BBC News - Top stories
'Don't just throw us on the streets after prison'
Plans to release thousands of prisoners early have prompted fears of homelessness and reoffending.3 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Small businesses dodge £4.4bn of UK tax each year
Spending watchdog says HMRC lacks a strategy to combat the problem4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
UK councils face £4.3bn ‘black hole’ in financing next year, data shows
Unison warns funding shortfalls could lead to ‘widespread collapse of local government’ across the country4 hours ago - United Kingdom -
NBC News - Top stories
Los Angeles-area high school student dies after injury at football game
A Los Angeles-area high school student who was recently injured during a football game has died, the high school’s principal said in a letter to the community this week.5 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Manhunt under way after multiple vehicles shot at on Kentucky highway
Police have found a firearm they believe was used the Saturday shooting on a Kentucky highway as the manhunt continues.6 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Warnock slams Vance's comments on Georgia high school shooting: 'This only happens here'
Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) on Sunday knocked Republican vice presidential candidate and Sen. JD Vance (Ohio) for saying he laments school shootings as a "fact of life" after a shooting at a ...8 hours ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
A Buzzy U.S. Open Got an After-Party to Match the Vibe
Celebrities like Issa Rae and Nicky Hilton Rothschild, and former tennis stars like Maria Sharapova and James Blake, helped close out the tournament in style.9 hours ago - US Open -
ABC News - Tech
Cars collect troves of data about traffic and road hazards. Should they share it?
Transportation officials are hoping a major investment in a technology allowing cars to talk to other cars about hazards on the road could be part of the solution to a recent surge in traffic deaths9 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Investors renew focus on inflation data as Fed weighs size of expected September rate cut
Wednesday’s consumer-price index for August may end up being the deciding factor as to whether the Federal Reserve will deliver a bigger-than-usual, 50-basis-point rate cut on Sept. 18.11 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
How Local Businesses Use the US Open to Drive Growth
A coveted booth at the iconic US Open can be a major boost for sales and brand exposure. Here's how a few businesses are taking full advantage.12 hours ago - US Open -
ESPN - Sports
Sabalenka, 'so close' before, finally wins US Open
Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula 7-5, 7-5 to win her first US Open and third major championship.12 hours ago - US Open -
CBS Sports - Sports
Can Mets maintain playoff position after surging past Braves? Three things to know about down-to-the-wire race
The Mets currently hold the third and final National League wild-card spot12 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Rubble and grief: Morocco’s High Atlas marks one year since record earthquake
A year after a deadly earthquake struck Morocco's High Atlas mountains, reconstruction efforts are slowly moving forward15 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
‘She’s the one who shattered us’: families of slain Bangladesh students wantk to hold Sheikh Hasina to account
As ex-prime minister has fled, relatives of protesters among 1,000 killed in crackdown pin hopes on international courts. She may not have fired the gun but Mahabubar Rahman knows who killed ...19 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump Seeks Election as Free Felon After a Year of Legal Peril
Donald J. Trump’s sentencing in Manhattan was delayed, thanks in part to his legal resources and political status. It raised a question: Is he above the law?20 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - World
Rail renationalisation won’t boost UK growth
Given the backdrop, the Treasury is unlikely to give rail the funding it needs to improve punctuality or hold down fares23 hours ago - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Sabalenka 'living best life' after solving US Open struggles
Aryna Sabalenka says she is "the happiest person in the world" after winning the US Open title following so many "tough losses" in New York.Yesterday - US Open -
NBC News - Top stories
Florida high school football player dies after collapsing on field during game
A Port St. Joe High School football player died after collapsing on the field during a game Friday night, according to the school district's superintendent.Yesterday - Florida -
The Guardian - World
Australian pair find redemption and break 28-year drought with US Open crown
Jordan Thompson and Max Purcell beat 10th seeds 6-4 7-6 (7-4) First all-Australian duo to win doubles title in New York since 1996 Jordan Thompson and Max Purcell have crowned Australia’s ...Yesterday - US Open -
BBC News - Top stories
US secretary Blinken to visit UK for Ukraine and Middle East talks
Mr Blinken will meet with Foreign Secretary David Lammy to "reaffirm" the "special relationship", officials say.Yesterday - Ukraine -
ABC News - World
US, UK spy chiefs praise Ukraine's 'audacious' Russia incursion
The incursion is a significant achievement that could change the war.Yesterday - Ukraine -
CBS Sports - Sports
Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz enters Kinnick Stadium to 50 Cent's 'Many Men' after serving one-game suspension
Ferentz made his return to the Iowa sideline in style and with some shadeYesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
£30m a year - why F1 designer is one of sport's highest-earning Britons
Adrian Newey is paid more than most drivers on the F1 grid. Andrew Benson analyses what makes the man joining Aston Martin next year so successful - and so in demand.Yesterday -
ABC News - World
UK and Irish leaders meet in Dublin as they try to reset relations after Brexit tensions
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with his Irish counterpart, Saturday in what was billed as an attempt to reset relations between the two countries after years of tensions following the ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Stock Funds Up 14.2% for Year After Snapback August
The market pulled out a win for the month despite a rough patch. Also: A flashback to the 10th anniversary of the blockbuster Alibaba IPO.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Israel-Gaza war live: US and UK spy chiefs ‘working ceaselessly’ for ceasefire deal
MI6 chief and CIA director said the two agencies have ‘exploited our intelligence channels to push hard for restraint and de-escalation’. CIA director William Burns, the chief US negotiator ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
MarketWatch - Business
US Open prize money this year is the most ever given out at a tennis tournament: $75 million
The purse is a 15% increase from the $65 million offered at last year’s tournamentYesterday - US Open -
The Guardian - World
One student dead in Maryland high school shooting
The shooting was reportedly sparked by a fight in a school bathroom, and suspect was arrested shortly afterward. A student at a Maryland high school died after being shot by another student ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Florida high school football player dies after collapsing during game
A Florida Panhandle high school football player has died after collapsing during a gameYesterday - Florida -
The Guardian - World
US ‘hero voters’ key to Harris win, say top ex-aides who plotted Labour UK victory
Two former senior advisers to Keir Starmer say their UK election strategy could benefit Democratic campaign • Lessons of Labour UK win could help Harris defeat Trump . Keir Starmer’s former ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
Bill Burns and Richard Moore: Intelligence partnership helps the US and UK stay ahead in an uncertain world
Technological advantage is key to ensuring the special relationship maintains its leadYesterday - United Kingdom -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
After years of struggle, can Mexico soccer flourish under Javier Aguirre?
Duilio Davino, director of the Mexico men's national team, hopes Javier Aguirre can steer the squad back to prominence as the 2026 World Cup approaches.2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Tristan Thompson signs one-year deal to stay with Cleveland Cavaliers
Thompson, who has spent most of his career with the Cavs, returned to Cleveland last fall after bouncing between a few teams.2 days ago