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Tensions Rise Among Russia’s Elite as Economic Growth Slows
The slowdown is worrying for the Kremlin but not serious enough to significantly hobble its war effort.The New York Times - 1d -
Earn $800,000? You Might Get Financial Aid at an Elite N.Y.C. School.
The average tuition of $65,000 a year at private schools has separated New York’s truly rich, who can afford to pay full tuition, from its merely wealthy.The New York Times - 2h -
Holmgren, Sterling Sharpe among HOF finalists
Former Packers coach Mike Holmgren and receiver Sterling Sharpe were among the finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame chosen Tuesday.ESPN - 2h -
Sutton's predictions v The Slow Readers Club bassist James Ryan
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on rock band The Slow Readers Club with his predictions for the midweek Premier League fixtures.BBC News - 1d -
Economic hardship looms over Ghana as country readies for polls
Election is being contested between vice-president Mahamudu Bawumia and former president John Mahama, under whom corruption ballooned. When the Ghanaian opposition leader Nana Akufo-Addo won the ...The Guardian - 3h -
Global Airlines Too Slow to Switch to Green Jet Fuel, Study Says
The advocacy group Transport and Environment faults carriers for slow adoption rates, and oil producers for underinvesting in the sustainable aviation gas.Inc. - 40m -
Bangladesh court defers Hindu leader's bail hearing as tensions with India spike
A court in Bangladesh has rescheduled a bail hearing for a prominent Hindu leader who was detained after leading large rallies in the Muslim-majority country demanding better security for minority ...ABC News - 6h -
How Amazon Aims to Feed Whole Foods’ Growth With Mini City Stores
Whole Foods is expanding its small format Daily Shop locations to offer fresh produce, groceries, and prepared meals for residents in metropolitan neighborhoods.Inc. - 1h -
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Is the Ukraine conflict a proxy or direct war against Russia?
The difference between them is a matter of perception and interpretation by the (indirect and direct) belligerents involved.The Hill - 2h -
Here's what the rise of homeowners associations means for buyers
Homeowners associations, or HOAs, are becoming more common. The biggest complaint among current owners is the cost, report finds.CNBC - 1d -
Teacher's pay rise simply impossible, says minister
Paul Givan tells assembly members that the teaching unions have asked for a 13.5% rise in 2024-25.BBC News - 19h -
‘I’m trying not to go bankrupt’: My husband of 24 years asked for a divorce. He wants my cell-phone records. Should I report him for tax fraud?
“I would like to keep the house because my grown children and grandchildren reside there.”MarketWatch - 48m -
My friend declared bankruptcy. Can creditors still go after him for child support, back taxes and student debt?
“Most of those old debts are credit-card debts.”MarketWatch - 3h -
‘I don’t want the government involved in my affairs’: My husband lists me as his beneficiary. We don’t have children. Do we need a will?
“My concern is that there would be some involvement by the state that would cost me.”MarketWatch - 8h -
Here’s how investors will be affected by BlackRock’s $12 billion purchase of private-credit provider HPS
In a widely anticipated announcement, BlackRock said it had reached an agreement to buy HPS Investment Partners for $12 billion in stock.MarketWatch - 1h -
American families could be out more than $2,500 if the world ditches the dollar
Pay now or pay later: U.S. must defend its allies or the dollar could lose the reserve currency status that American consumers enjoy.MarketWatch - 1h -
Cooper Flagg Is on a Different Level. But the Competition Is Rising.
The Duke basketball phenom remains at the head of the class, but a flashy point guard from B.Y.U. is gaining attention.The New York Times - 4h -
Trump’s economic plans may encounter a problem many Americans know all too well: Crushing debt
None of President-elect Donald Trump’s plans for boosting domestic production have “a chance” unless this happens, says one economist.MarketWatch - 31m -
LPGA commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan to step down from role after leading tour's significant growth
Marcoux Samaan served as the league's ninth commissionerCBS Sports - 1d -
Latest news on Middle East tensions as Israel-Hezbollah friction continues, Syria war heats up
The Israel and Hezbollah ceasefire conditions appear shaky. This comes as news emerges of the death of Israeli-American hostage Omer Neutra in Gaza, and as a dramatic shift in Syria's civil war ...CBS News - 22h -
AT&T sees earnings growth over next 3 years; eyes more than $40B in anticipated shareholder returns
AT&T anticipates earnings growth over the next three years thanks to the momentum of 5G and fiber servicesABC News - 5h -
Ukraine’s exhausted troops in Russia told to cling on and wait for Trump
Ukrainian soldiers paint a bleak picture of a battle they don't understand, and fear they will lose.BBC News - 1d -
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can ...The New York Times - 23h -
Agent for Russia and UK-based Bulgarian planned ‘honeytrap’ for journalist, court hears
Pair chatted on Telegram about plot to target Christo Grozev, known for his investigations into Russian espionage. An agent for Russia and a Bulgarian based in Britain discussed setting up a ...The Guardian - 1d -
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Oil prices rise ahead of OPEC+ decision this week on production cuts
Oil futures rose Tuesday as traders awaited a meeting of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies that may result in a further delay to the partial unwinding of ...MarketWatch - 3h -
China’s share of global electric car market rises to 76%
Market share increases after strong demand within country offsets risks from western tariffs on Chinese-made EVs. Business live – latest updates China’s share of the global electric vehicle ...The Guardian - 6h -
49ers injury bug: Christian McCaffrey, Jordan Mason among those headed to injured reserve
San Francisco has been dealing with a rash of injuries -- and off-field tragedies -- all seasonCBS Sports - 21h -
Brunson, Wemby lead trending dog names of 2024; Bronny, Messi among others
NBA names were common among dog owners last year, but the WNBA's Caitlin Clark and Team USA gymnast Simone Biles were represented, too.ESPN - 4h -
Saquon Barkley accomplishes feat through 12 games only Jim Brown has achieved among RBs in NFL history
Barkley has entered Jim Brown territory among running backsCBS Sports - 3h -
Protests lay bare a clash of values and interests as Georgia navigates a Russia-West standoff
Georgia is convulsed by political upheaval again after its pro-Moscow government, fresh off parliamentary elections denounced as rigged by its critics, decided to suspend negotiations for the small ...ABC News - 16h -
A landmark climate change case opens at the top UN court as island nations fear rising seas
The top United Nations court has taken up the largest case in its history, hearing the plight of several small island nations helpless in combating the devastating impact of climate changeABC News - 14h -
Asian chip stocks mostly rise, shrugging off new U.S. semiconductor export curbs on China
Shares of major Asian chip stocks mostly rose on Tuesday, shrugging off the U.S. announcing new emiconductor export controls on China.CNBC - 14h -
Job openings rise and more workers quit in sign of improving U.S. labor market
U.S. job openings rose slightly in October and the number of workers quitting one job for another rose to the highest level in five months, suggesting the labor market has improved after a soft ...MarketWatch - 3h
