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ABC News - Tech
A gold mining town in Congo has become an mpox hot spot as a new strain spreads
Congo's South Kivu province is at the epicenter of the world’s latest mpox outbreak, in what the World Health Organization has called a global health emergency5 minutes ago -
ABC News - Tech
Endangered sea corals moved to Texas Gulf Coast for research, restoration
Scientists have moved about 300 endangered sea corals from South Florida to the Texas Gulf Coast for research and restoration7 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Trump weighs in on Fed rate cut during stop at Manhattan bitcoin bar
Former President Trump on Wednesday said the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates showed the economy was struggling, or the central bank was "playing politics." Trump made a stop at ...9 hours ago - Donald Trump -
MarketWatch - Business
Bitcoin stays above $60,000 after Fed’s jumbo rate cut. Here’s what to watch next.
A weekly look at the most important news and moves in crypto, and what’s on the horizon in digital assets.9 hours ago - Crypto -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil futures trim losses after fall in U.S. crude inventories, Fed rate cut
Oil futures trimmed losses Wednesday, after government data showed U.S. crude inventories fell last week and the Fed delivered a half-point rate cut.10 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Business
Central Banks Around the World Are Cutting Rates
Inflation has fallen in most developed nations, and central bank officials are now trying to steer their economies toward a so-called soft landing.11 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump’s Talk of Prosecution Rattles Election Officials
The former president has long claimed, despite evidence to the contrary, that elections are corrupt. What if he carries through with threats to prosecute the officials who run them?11 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - World
How Colorado’s Thompson Divide Got Protection From Oil and Gas Drilling
The members of a self-described ragtag group had little in common, but their campaign could serve as model for future environmental efforts.12 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
As Texas Power Grid Faces New Strains, Renewables Help Meet Demand
Texas, the biggest oil-producing state, has turned to solar power and battery storage to see it through extreme weather. But with demand rising, much more power will be needed.15 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Republicans have frozen a program meant to help 500,000 American families like mine
Beyond all of the politics, Keeping Families Together is the human thing to do.15 hours ago -
The New York Times - Sports
With Arch Manning and Quinn Ewers, Texas Is Back at the Top of College Football
The Longhorns are the No. 1 ranked team for the first time in nearly 16 years.17 hours ago - College Football -
Financial Times - Business
India overtakes China in world’s biggest investable stock benchmark
Red-hot Indian equities propel country past China weighting in MSCI All-Country index17 hours ago - China -
The Hill - Politics
Lobbying World: Hur heads back to King & Spalding
Robert Hur and Leah Grossi have returned to King & Spalding as partners in the firm’s special matters and government investigations practice. Hur, best known as the special counsel investigating ...20 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Second Apparent Assassination Attempt on Trump Prompts International Alarm
There is widespread concern that the November election will not end well and that American democracy has frayed to the breaking point.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
What a Fed rate cut could mean for the world
From currencies and commodities; equities to bonds — global markets are braced for the first rate cut by the Federal Reserve this week.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
The New York Times - Sports
Arch Manning Could Have Left Texas. But It Made More Sense to Stay.
Despite being the backup quarterback, Manning’s commitment to the Longhorns never wavered.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
These are the '50 best hotels' in the world for 2024
Capella Bangkok is 2024's 'best' hotel in the world, according to a new ranking by the 50 Best organization.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
World War I memorial unveiled in Washington, D.C.
A new World War I memorial paying tribute to the 4.7 million Americans who served in the military during the war has been unveiled in Washington, D.C. The memorial's centerpiece is a 60-foot long ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
Texas lawmakers show bipartisan support to try to stop a man's execution
A group of Texas lawmakers urge Gov. Abbott, state board to halt an execution.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
John Grisham on death row prisoner: ‘Texas is about to execute innocent man’
‘There was no crime,’ says author about Robert Roberson who was convicted of murder based on discredited science. The bestselling writer John Grisham has joined scores of bipartisan politicians, ...Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Greek firefighters contain a blaze at a major oil refinery that injured 3 workers
Three workers have suffered light injuries during a fire at a major oil refinery west of Athens that prompted Greek authorities to issue an evacuation alert for the surrounding areaYesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil prices end higher after exploding-pagers attack on Hezbollah members in Lebanon
Oil futures finished higher Tuesday, appearing to get a lift after pagers carried by Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon exploded around the same time in an apparent attack — raising fears of a broader ...Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Struggling bitcoin miners may be revived by Fed rate decision, regardless of cut size
Whether the Federal Reserve delivers a 25 or 50 basis point rate cut, it could mean a turnaround for bitcoin miners, which have been struggling so far this year, market participants said.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
Bitcoin climbs above $60,000 ahead of Fed rate decision
Bitcoin reclaimed $60,000 on Tuesday as investors awaited details on the Federal Reserve's rate cutting plans.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Bitcoin jumps while Dow falls ahead of the Fed’s interest-rate decision
Bitcoin jumped Tuesday ahead of the Federal Reserve’s key rate decision on Wednesday, as traders expect the central bank policymakers to deliver the first interest-rate cut in four years.Yesterday - Crypto -
The New York Times - World
Burning Oil Tanker in Red Sea Is Towed to Safety
The delicate rescue mission aimed to head off a major environmental disaster after the oil tanker was attacked by Houthi rebels off the coast of Yemen last month.Yesterday -
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The Hill - Politics
Texas judge dismisses Paxton lawsuit targeting Democratic voter registration
AUSTIN — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s attempt to block a voter registration drive in one of his state's most populous urban counties — and biggest Democratic strongholds — has failed in ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
North Sea regulator threatens to name oil groups for decommissioning delays
Some operators have put off plugging wells in hope of passing on costYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Florida, Texas 'increasingly in play,' but Senate Dems not ready to spend more yet
Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.), chair of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC), indicated the party is not yet committed to devoting financial resources to Texas or Florida despite its ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
After oil’s tumble, where will prices settle?
Last week’s wipeout in prices prompted a flurry of forecast changes from analystsYesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Major oil spill averted after Houthi attack set tanker alight
The Greek-owned Sounion, carrying one million barrels of crude, was attacked by Yemen's Houthis.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Texas's Abbott declares Venezuelan gang a terrorist group
Texas officials designated a Venezuelan gang as a "foreign terrorist group" and endorsed Donald Trump's claim that many migrants crossing into the U.S. were released from prisons in Latin America.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Investigators still searching for cause of Texas pipeline explosion
A pipeline exploded about 25 miles southeast of Houston, Texas, on Monday. Surrounding neighborhoods were evacuated and nearby schools were told to shelter in place. CBS News correspondent Janet ...2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Texas natural gas pipeline explodes into flames
A liquid natural gas pipeline has been burning for hours after exploding and shooting flames high into the air, prompting evacuation and shelter-in-place orders in the city of Deer Park, Texas. ...2 days ago -