The state of play on the eve of France’s pivotal election
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World - The Guardian
Squeezed out: last accordion maker in France to close shop after 105 years
Maugein owner blames competition from China and Covid pandemic for firm’s demise, but former French president says there is hope. Its distinctive sound has provided the soundtrack for some of ...2 hours ago -
Sports - The New York Times
N.F.L. Players Are Open to Playing an 18th Game, With Some Conditions
It seems like a matter of when, and not if, we see an expansion of the schedule, a columnist for The Athletic writes.5 hours ago - NFL -
Sports - ABC News
Shohei Ohtani is feeling excitement, not nerves, on eve of his postseason debut with the Dodgers
Shohei Ohtani is about to realize his childhood dream of playing in important games6 hours ago - MLB -
Business - Inc.
A Ford EV Became an Essential Part of This Small Business’ Hurricane Survival Plan
Dr. Erica Lacher used her electric vehicle battery to run her veterinary clinic after Hurricane Helene, a boost for both humans and horses.10 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
LeBron James to miss Lakers preseason opener for 'rest' but expected to play this weekend
James plans to play in L.A.'s second preseason game against the Suns10 hours ago - NBA -
Business - MarketWatch
2-, 10-year Treasury yields see biggest weekly gains in up to 2 years after ‘supernova’ jobs report
Treasury yields recorded their biggest weekly advances in up to two years on Friday after September’s nonfarm-payrolls report produced far more new jobs than expected, erasing the likelihood of ...11 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Haley Joel Osment Wants To Play Link In The Zelda Movie
Nintendo and Sony are teaming up to make a live-action Legend of Zelda movie, and actor Haley Joel Osment wants to be in it. In a new interview, Osment said he's been a fan of the series since he ...11 hours ago - Entertainment -
Politics - The Hill
Harris to bash Vance over Michigan EV plant jobs at rally
Vice President Harris on Friday is set to bash former President Trump and Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) over autoworker jobs at her campaign rally in Flint, Mich., according to a senior campaign official. ...12 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Waymo to add Hyundai EVs to robotaxi fleet under new multiyear deal
Hyundai Motor and Waymo have agreed to a multiyear, strategic partnership that includes the self-driving company adding the South Korean automaker’s Ioniq 5 electric vehicle to its robotaxi fleet.13 hours ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
EU to Move Ahead With New Tariffs on Chinese-Made EVs
The bloc approved import duties of up to 45%, defying pleas from some European auto executives who fear retaliation from Beijing.16 hours ago - European Union -
Top stories - CBS News
Chris Wallace on pivotal 1960 election between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon
Veteran journalist Chris Wallace joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new book, "Countdown 1960," which gives an inside look at the campaigns of John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon.16 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Mets stun Brewers to advance to NLDS with Pete Alonso home run; Kirk Cousins sets records in Falcons comeback
If the last three days are any indication, October is going to be wild sports month17 hours ago - MLB -
World - The Guardian
EU leaders back extra Chinese EV tariffs despite split vote
Decision opposed by five countries including Germany, where car firms say it could be ‘fatal’ blow for industry. Carmakers ramp up pressure on chancellor for EV sales subsidies EU leaders have ...17 hours ago - European Union -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Yahoo Sports AM: Alonso plays the hero
In today's edition: Alonso's blast sends the Mets to the NLDS, the Falcons win a thriller, Ashton Jeanty's Heisman case, MJ vs. NASCAR, the NHL and NFL go abroad, and more.18 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Waymo to add Hyundai EVs to robotaxi fleet under new multiyear deal
On-road testing with Waymo-enabled Ioniq 5s will begin by late 2025, and they are expected to become available to robotaxi riders in the following years.20 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Harris is playing it safe. Some Democrats worry that could doom her campaign.
Even as polling shows the presidential race is a tossup, Vice President Kamala Harris has been running with a measure of risk aversion that some Democratic strategists and activists worry has ...21 hours ago -
Politics - NBC News
Harris is playing it safe. Some Democrats worry that could doom her campaign.
Even as polling shows the presidential race is a tossup, Vice President Kamala Harris has been running with a measure of risk aversion that some Democratic strategists and activists worry has ...21 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Disabled Palestinians are facing horrors piled upon horrors. I think of their suffering every day | Frances Ryan
With every bombing, more people are horrifically injured and left to survive without the devices and medications they need. It is breakfast and I reach for a painkiller dropped off by a Boots ...23 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura and the chess elite now playing in London
Eight of the world top 12 are competing in the Global Chess League at Friends House, Euston, from 3-12 October, with spectator tickets bookable online. There is a unique opportunity to watch the ...23 hours ago -
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Business - Financial Times
The Art of Uncertainty by David Spiegelhalter — the role luck plays in our lives
A new book from the eminent statistician shifts from trivial issues of probability to the risk of getting cancerYesterday -
World - Financial Times
France’s Barnier bets on hardliner as ‘insurance policy’ against far right
Interior minister Bruno Retailleau promises immigration curbs similar to those of Marine Le Pen’s partyYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
From pub job and PlayStation to writing an award-winning play
Nathan Queeley-Dennis's debut play is following Fleabag and Baby Reindeer from stage to screen.Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
UK drivers have ‘no fiscal incentive’ to buy EVs, warn carmakers
Industry calls for tax cuts to boost market in open letter to chancellor Rachel ReevesYesterday - United Kingdom -
Sports - ESPN
Hammond cleared to play for undefeated Pitt
Pittsburgh running back Rodney Hammond will be available on Saturday when the unbeaten Panthers open Atlantic Coast Conference play against North Carolina.Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
LeBron, AD will play in early preseason games
Lakers head coach JJ Redick says LeBron James and Anthony Davis will play in this weekend's preseason games.Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
Mbappé out of France squad to aid injury recovery
Kylian Mbappé has been left out of Didier Deschamps' France squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Israel and Belgium to aid his recovery from a thigh injury.Yesterday -
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World - The Guardian
Stranded cruise ship finally leaves Belfast for round-the-world voyage
Villa Vie Odyssey passengers spent four months stuck in Northern Ireland while their vessel underwent repairs. The luxury cruise liner stranded in Belfast for four months has finally set sail after ...Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
France’s 31-year treasure hunt for a buried owl statue finally ends
Conclusion of search launched by 1993 picture puzzle book leaves chouetteurs with mixed emotions. Somewhere in France, a small statuette of a bird in flight has emerged from the soil in which it ...Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
How To Watch the MLB Division Series: how to stream, who's playing and more
The MLB's American League and National League Division Series begin on Oct. 5; find out who's playing and how to watch now.Yesterday - MLB -
Top stories - CBS News
Mornings Memory: President George H.W. Bush plays tennis with Pete Sampras
In today's "Mornings Memory," we flash back to 1990 when President George H.W. Bush took a break from budget negotiations by hitting the tennis court. His opponent? None other than tennis legend ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Around-the-world cruise still waiting to say 'au revoir' to Belfast
Villa Vie Residences' Odyssey set sail on Monday but it has yet to leave Northern Ireland waters.Yesterday -
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Business - CNBC
Ford's third-quarter sales up 0.7% as GM overtakes it in EVs
Ford on Wednesday reported a 0.7% increase in third-quarter U.S. new vehicle sales, including a 12.2% increase in EVs compared to a year earlier.2 days ago