Time to close America’s bureau of wishful thinking

Trump will not be stopped by legal niceties or moral outrage

World - Financial Times - November 8

Wishful Thinking on Abortion Politics

We explain why the issue of abortion didn’t necessarily help Democrats win this election.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

Trump thinks he won a mandate to change America. History says otherwise.

Newly elected presidents tend to overestimate the mandate they’ve been given, assuming they’ve won a sweeping endorsement for their entire agenda.

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

In her closing message to America before Election Day, Harris pledges to fight

In her speech at DC's Ellipse last night, Kamala Harris showed herself the worthy head of a nearly flawless campaign — and the worthy leader of a nation in need of the kind of president she will be.

Politics - The Hill - October 30

As Swing State Polls Close, Voters Choose Between Divergent Americas

The two presidential candidates offered drastically different attitudes and visions for the country.

Business - Inc. - November 5

Kamala Harris could make history as America’s first woman president: What do women think about it?

CNBC Make It spoke with women across the U.S. about the issues influencing their vote and the possibility of having the first-ever female president.

Business - CNBC - October 31

Paddington in Peru review – you can take the bear out of South America, but think twice before taking him back

The third instalment in the film adventures of the furry marmalade addict may boast Olivia Colman as a singing nun but it lacks home comforts. Just as jolly as the previous two films, but not ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

What time do polls close on Election Day?

Election Day just a day away, and many voters have already cast their ballots in what polls show could be one of the closest presidential elections of all time. Former President Trump and Vice ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Bitcoin resumes its climb, briefly touching $90,000 in late afternoon trading

Bitcoin climbed over the $90,000 level in late afternoon trading Tuesday.

Business - CNBC - November 12

Trump is ‘the most pro-stock-market president’ America has ever had — here’s why it’s not even close

Financial markets could benefit from Donald Trump’s second term, says Wharton’s Jeremy Siegel. But they could also serve as a check against certain excesses.

Business - MarketWatch - November 12

Ex-leader of Bureau of Reclamation calls for Trump administration to eliminate it

A progressive civil servant who led the Bureau of Reclamation under former President Clinton is now urging the incoming Trump administration to eliminate his former agency — an entity he has long ...

Politics - The Hill - November 14

For First Time in 87 Years, Volkswagen May Close 3 Plants in Germany

The automaker’s top employee representative told workers that management planned to shutter the factories to cut costs amid slumping sales.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

Latest news as Election Day 2024 as some poll closing times approach

Election Day 2024 voting continues as the race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump comes to a close. CBS News has reporting teams across the U.S. Weijia Jiang ...

America's European allies face challenging times, whoever wins the presidential election

The United States’ European allies are bracing for an America that’s less interested in them no matter who wins the presidential election — and for old traumas and new problems if Donald Trump ...

World - ABC News - October 31

America’s fight with inflation has been won – just in time for a bigger battle

The Fed is likely to cut base rates this month – but its decision will come the day after an explosive US election. There could be recriminations, protest marches and even social unrest on US city ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

The Guardian view on America’s electoral college: time to scrap an antidemocratic relic | Editorial

Concerns about US democracy grow with the electoral college’s role in enabling presidents to win without the popular vote, potentially benefiting Donald Trump in 2024. The last two presidential ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Voters rejected a 'woke' America — time for Democrats to listen and learn

Kamala Harris’s version of freedom was a caring kind of freedom, but it was also a technocratic, policy wonk kind of freedom — and many Americans are now deeply disillusioned with government and ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

Democrats are throwing everything at MAGA Rep. Scott Perry. This time, they think it might work.

Democrats hope Janelle Stelson can beat Pennsylvania Republican Rep. Scott Perry, a Donald Trump ally and Freedom Caucus leader, in the 2024 election.

This is why David Einhorn thinks Peloton could be worth five times what it is now

David Einhorn's Greenlight Capital had a $6.8 million stake in Peloton as of June 30, and he thinks the company could be worth five times its current value.

Business - CNBC - October 25

Why Aaron Judge has disappeared at exactly the wrong time for the Yankees

Judge has looked like anything but an MVP during this World Series. Let's go inside his issues.

Sports - ESPN - October 29

Will James Franklin, Penn State finally win the big one against Ohio State?

The Nittany Lions are in better position than ever to run the table and win the Big Ten. But a familiar foil visits sold-out Beaver Stadium on Saturday.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Offseason priorities for some of MLB's most intriguing teams

What is the Mets' focus? Are the Cardinals rebuilding? Here is what we learned at the GM meetings.

Sports - ESPN - November 11

Are you tired all the time? Me too – but I think I’ve worked out why

Biting back anger, holding in tears: we use a huge amount of energy trying to avoid our emotions. And it’s exhausting. Are you feeling tired?* I’m going to take an educated guess that the answer is ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Fed should beware of wishing on an R-star

US central bank risks reviving inflation if it keeps lowering the federal funds rate in pursuit of a nirvana state

World - Financial Times - October 23

Big Tech CEOs send well wishes to Trump

Tech world reactions came from leaders including Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos.

2 Wishes for Small Businesses in an Election Year

No matter who’s in the Oval Office, the economy is something we should all be rooting for.

Business - Inc. - November 12

Questions about sexual orientation and gender ID on track to be on U.S. Census Bureau survey by 2027

Questions about sexual orientation, gender identity and changes to queries about race and ethnicity are on track to be asked in the most comprehensive survey of American life by 2027.

Student loan servicers are pulling incorrect payments from borrowers' bank accounts, consumer protection bureau says

Lenders often encourage federal student loan borrowers to sign up for automatic payments. But a new report shows the decision can backfire.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Instead of closing in on 28th title, Yankees on verge of getting swept at World Series for 4th time

Instead of closing in on title No. 28, the New York Yankees are on the verge of getting swept in the World Series for just the fourth time

Sports - ABC News - October 29

Kamala Harris delivers ‘closing argument’ in Washington: ‘It is time for a new generation of leadership’ – live

Tens of thousands of Harris supporters gather as she condemns ‘petty tyrant’ on the grounds where Trump spoke the day of the Capitol riot. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our free ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

Head of Myanmar's military government visits close ally China for the first time since taking power

Myanmar's state media says the head of Myanmar’s military government embarked upon an official visit this week to China, the embattled Southeast Asian nation’s most important international ally

World - ABC News - November 5

12:30 Report — Election guide: Poll closing times, election discounts and more

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT We made it — it’s Election Day. There are a lot of nerves on both sides, but as Ben Rhodes reminded us, it is a privilege to live in a country where we don’t already know the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Bowling Green TE Harold Fannin closing in on all-time NCAA records: 'He's a guy that can do it all'

Meet the Falcons' superstar tight end who's destroying top-10 teams and MAC programs alike

Sports - CBS Sports - November 5

Beyoncé at Kamala Harris rally says ‘time for America to sing a new song’ – US politics live

Harris campaign says crowd of 30,000 is largest to date, while Trump is delayed for rally in swing-state Michigan. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are tied at 48% , according to a new poll by ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Here's why most of America turns clocks back in November for Daylight Saving Time

The 2005 Energy Policy Act extended Daylight Saving Time by four weeks. Scott MacFarlane explains the law's origins.

Ten Hag wishes Man Utd 'trophies and glory' after 'end of dream'

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag says he wishes the club's fans "nothing but success, trophies and glory" following his sacking on Monday.

Transfer rumors, news: Isak is top of Arsenal's wish list

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak continues to be linked with a move to Arsenal. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Sports - ESPN - November 5

These 4 Items Top the Energy Industry’s Wish List Under Trump

Regulatory rollbacks, more oil and gas drilling, greater use of federal lands and an end to offshore wind projects lead the agenda.

Business - Inc. - November 14

Ed Sheeran wishes he wasn't on the new Band Aid song

The pop star says he would have refused permission, as his understanding of Western aid has changed.

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