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ABC News - World
Asia's richest man Mukesh Ambani is set to throw a grand wedding for his son. Here's what to know
In March, Asia’s richest man Mukesh Ambani threw a three-day prenuptial bash for his son that included a 1,200-person guest list, including former world leaders, tech tycoons and Bollywood’s megastars, and a performance by renowned singer Rihanna -
ESPN - Sports
Man Utd, City cleared to play European football
Manchester City and Manchester United have been cleared to take part in European competition next season by UEFA's Club Financial Control Body. -
ESPN - Sports
Miedema: City move about prioritising myself
Vivianne Miedema says she prioritised herself when choosing her new club, Manchester City, after leaving Arsenal following a seven-year stint. -
MarketWatch - Business
Businesses show biggest contraction since pandemic, ISM finds. The economy may be weakening.
Service-oriented companies such as hotels, banks and retailers that dominate the economy contracted in June for the second time in three months in another sign growth in the U.S. is slowing. -
The Guardian - World
Who is Biden’s biggest fan? The answer may surprise you | Fiona Katauskas
He’s a huge supporter. See more of Fiona Katauskas’s cartoons here Continue reading...Joe Biden -
NBC News - Top stories
Gen Z’s biggest dating hurdle? They don’t know how to flirt
As Gen Zers move away from the dating apps, some say they struggle with making a move. -
BBC News - Top stories
Biggest-ever gap between number of votes and MPs hits Reform and Greens
Labour's win is the most disproportionate on record, BBC Verify finds, as parties call for change. -
ABC News - World
Gaza's biggest soccer stadium is now shelter for thousands of displaced Palestinians
Thousands of displaced Palestinians in northern Gaza have sought refuge in one of the territory’s largest soccer arenas -
ABC News - Sports
Gaza soccer stadium is now a shelter for thousands of displaced Palestinians
Thousands of displaced Palestinians in northern Gaza have sought refuge in one of the territory’s largest soccer arenas -
BBC News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl: Record-breaking sign of warming world
Beryl is the earliest category five Atlantic hurricane on record, fuelled by exceptional sea warmth. -
Inc. - Business
E.l.f. Cosmetics Is Selling Real-World Products on Roblox
The beauty brand is one of many engaging with the video game platform--but its new expansion brings it into new e-commerce territory. -
The Guardian - World
Revolution in the air: how laughing gas changed the world
Since its discovery in the 18th century, nitrous oxide has gone from vaudeville gimmick to pioneering anaesthetic to modern party drug. Playing rugby one day, I mistimed a tackle and dislocated one of my fingers. I felt a stab of pain and sat in ... -
CNN - Top stories
Dare to bare: 24 of the world's best nude beaches
From big-city bays to secluded shores, there are hundreds of beaches where you can legally frolic while naked. If you're so inclined, strip off that bathing suit and enjoy 24 of the best nude beaches around the world. -
The Hill - Politics
A strong free world needs stronger alliances
Trade among allies makes the free world stronger. -
Financial Times - World
How the investment world is trying to navigate geopolitics
An industry that has been hoovering up mathematicians to devise new trading strategies is now leaning on political scientists for guidance -
The Guardian - World
David Sedaris is an icon of indignation in a world that keeps on irking
The American humorist delighted the Royal Festival Hall with characteristically disgruntled slices of life – including a brush with cancel culture. In years to come, I can tell the grandkids I was at the Royal Festival Hall the night Keir Starmer ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
'Alexander at the End of the World' Review: Empire in the East
With the conquest of Asia, Alexander added pomp to cruelty. His was a multicultural royal court. -
VentureBeat - Tech
These 27 brands are sponsoring the 2024 Esports World Cup
Earlier this week, the Inaugural 2024 Esports World Cup took the global stage. The mega event taking place in Saudi Arabia features tournaments for 22 titles across PC, console and mobile and over $60 million in prizes up for grabs. Given the ...World Cup -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
How to Dress for a Heat Wave: Tips for Staying Cool
As temperatures rise, a reader wonders how to dress for sweaty summers while maintaining a sense of style. -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: Burks, Heat agree to 1-year contract
Alec Burks, who averaged nearly 18 points per game for the Knicks after OG Anunoby was injured in the playoffs, has reached a one-year deal with the Heat, sources told ESPN. -
The New York Times - Top stories
California’s Excessive Heat Challenges Inland Homeowners
Residents moved to Mountain House, Calif., to escape soaring housing costs near the coast. Now, they just have to survive the searing summer heat.California -
CBS News - Top stories
Record heat wave fueling multiple California wildfires
Firefighters working in record heat are making progress against a wall of flames north of Sacramento that's forced thousands to leave their homes. Meanwhile, about 200 miles south of Oroville, the fast-moving French Fire triggered evacuation ...California -
CNN - Top stories
June 18 2024: US heat wave news
A dangerous heat wave is scorching parts of the Midwest and Northeast. Record-breaking high temperatures are forecast across dozens of cities where cooling centers have been opened to protect the vulnerable. -
CNBC - Business
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment may be lower in 2025. These charts help show why
Even though inflation has subsided, many retirees are still feeling the pinch of high prices. Data shows the Social Security COLA may be lower in 2025. -
CBS Sports - Sports
2024 Fantasy Baseball: Week 15 trade values chart and rest-of-season rankings for H2H and Rotisserie leagues
The trade values chart aims to help you make the best value trades you can -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Dollar Could Fall if Rate Cut Bets Rise
The dollar looks set to fall heading into next year as recent softer U.S. economic data could bolster market expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, MUFG Bank said. -
ABC News - Health
India is likely undercounting heat deaths, affecting its response to increasingly harsh heat waves
Months of scorching temperatures sometimes over 50 degrees Celsius (122 Fahrenheit) in parts of India this year left hundreds dead or ill -
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MarketWatch - Business
Charter’s stock is down 20% this year — but Citi sees new reason to sell
Citi just downgraded Charter’s stock, warning that estimates could be too high. -
CBS News - Top stories
Israeli military orders evacuation of Gaza's second largest city
Israel's military has ordered Palestinians to leave sections of Khan Younis. The evacuation order, which impacts thousands, could indicate another Israeli ground assault is imminent.Israel -
The New York Times - Top stories
Where to Watch July 4 Fireworks Around New York City
Fireworks are coming back to the Hudson River for the first time in more than 10 years.New York -
ESPN - Sports
Source: Iger, Bay near deal for Angel City FC
The dean of the USC Annenberg School, Willow Bay, and her husband, Disney CEO Bob Iger, are nearing a deal to purchase control of Angel City FC, a source familiar with the situation told ESPN. -
ABC News - World
German city renames itself after Taylor Swift — at least for a few weeks
The Swifties are about to take over the German city formerly known as Gelsenkirchen, where American superstar Taylor Swift is set to give three Eras Tour concerts later this monthGermany -
Financial Times - Business
Ukraine withdraws from parts of Chasiv Yar as Russia advances
Pullout highlights challenge facing Kyiv as Russian offensive intensifies and US military aid has been slow to arriveUkraine -
The New York Times - World
This English Naval City Is a Bellwether Seat. How Do Voters Feel?
As voters cast their ballots in a pivotal election, many in the southern English city of Portsmouth expressed disillusionment over what they see as national and local decline. -
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ESPN - Sports
Transfer Talk: Man City linked with move for Dani Olmo
Manchester City are exploring the possibility of getting Dani Olmo in the summer transfer window. Transfer Talk has the latest. -
BBC News - Top stories
US cities can now punish homelessness. Will it help or hurt a crisis?
Experts argue arresting the homeless will make a crisis worse - but cities face mounting pressure to take quick action. -
The Guardian - World
Vivianne Miedema signs for Manchester City after seven seasons at Arsenal
Netherlands striker says move was ‘easy choice’New manager Gareth Taylor salutes ‘top talent’Manchester City have signed the WSL’s all-time leading goalscorer Vivianne Miedema, who says she has chosen the club specifically because she wants to ...Premier League -
MarketWatch - Business
JPMorgan Chase, Citi and Wells Fargo earnings to follow relative strength in their stocks
U.S.’s largest banks draw investor support as havens from sector headwinds from commercial real estate woes.