U.S. Budget Deficit Rises to $1.8 Trillion in 2024
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Hurricane fraud is on the rise, feds warn. Beware these scams.
Hurricanes Milton and Helene are likely to bring out scammers eager to exploit people's impulse to help those in need. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.2 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
America's largest water utility hit by cyberattack at time of rising threats against U.S. infrastructure
American Water, the largest water utility in the U.S. was hit by a cyberattack at a time of rising hacks targeting water supply systems nationwide.3 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
U.S. Budget Deficit Rises to $1.8 Trillion in 2024
New estimates from the Congressional Budget Office show continuing fiscal strain, despite steady economic growth.4 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
GDP may get lift after U.S. trade deficit drops to 5-month low
The U.S. trade deficit sank almost 11% in August because of lower imports of oil and new cars, potentially giving a boost to the official measure of economic growth in the third quarter.5 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Poll Finds Harris Rising as She Challenges Trump on Change
A national Times/Siena poll found Kamala Harris with a slim lead over Donald J. Trump. Voters were more likely to see her, not Mr. Trump, as a break from the status quo.7 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Israel has not briefed U.S. military on its plans to retaliate against Iran, U.S. officials say
Israel has not briefed the U.S. on details of its response to Iran's missile attack, even after U.S. military officials have discussed possibly supporting Israel with intel or airstrikes of their own.7 hours ago - Israel -
Top stories - NBC News
Largest water utility company in the U.S. targeted in cyberattack
American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced Tuesday that it was the target of a “cybersecurity incident.”8 hours ago -
Health - ABC News
Fast-rising cholera cases across war-torn Sudan alarm the UN
Sudan's health ministry says cholera cases in the country have increased by almost 40% across 11 of the total 18 states in less than two weeks, alarming the U.N. health officials8 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Fast-rising cholera cases across war-torn Sudan alarm the UN
Sudan's health ministry says cholera cases in the country have increased by almost 40% across 11 of the total 18 states in less than two weeks, alarming the U.N. health officials8 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Pochettino confirms staff before U.S. friendlies
Mauricio Pochettino formally added his longtime assistant coaches to the U.S. staff on Monday, his first on-field day as Gregg Berhalter's replacement as national team coach.8 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Chinese stock rally cools after Beijing holds off on fiscal stimulus
Investor disappointment with lack of detailed plans limits gains in CSI 300 and triggers sharp sell-off in Hong Kong8 hours ago - China -
Top stories - The New York Times
School Absences Rise as Special Education Fails Students, Suit Says
A class-action lawsuit argues that the New York City school system falls short in helping students with emotional disabilities, leaving them to miss too many school days.9 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Kayla Harrison and Julianna Peña rise with big wins
Two championships changed hands at UFC 306, bringing volatility to ESPN's rankings.11 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Why the U.S. is covered in strip malls
The U.S. has more than 68,000 strip malls from coast to coast, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers.11 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Rising global temperatures fuel extreme rainfall
Wetter than average conditions see some areas experience months’ worth of rain in just a few days, says Copernicus12 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Poll Finds Harris Rising, and Florida Braces for Hurricane Milton
Plus, have we reached peak human life span?13 hours ago - Florida -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Wild day for Chinese stocks after weeklong holiday
Also in today’s newsletter, Harris rules out one-on-one with Putin and Florida braces for Hurricane Milton13 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Scotland's population rising at fastest rate since 1940s
The main driver of population growth was people moving to Scotland from other parts of the UK and abroad.13 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Tokyo cracks down on ‘kasuhara’ amid rise in customers abusing staff
A wave of abusive consumers has prompted authorities to introduce the country’s first ordinance to protect service industry employees. Japan is celebrated for its exceptional levels of customer ...18 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Exploding pagers and spy chips: the rising risk of hardware tampering
Unreliable suppliers can modify devices, yet companies devote few resources to verifying the origin of components19 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Why the national debt could rise under both Harris and Trump
According to an analysis from the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, both Vice President Kamala Harris' and former President Donald Trump's economic plans could increase the federal ...22 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - The New York Times
Cissy Houston Dies at 91; Gospel Star Guided Daughter Whitney’s Rise
Hailing from a musical family, she won Grammys, sang backup to Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin and helped shepherd Whitney Houston to superstardom.Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Oil surges above $80 as conflict and storm spark supply fears
Hedge funds reverse short positions as market has surged nearly 20% from year-to-date low in the last monthYesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Where to invest in gold as the price rises
Want to add gold to your investment portfolio? Here are some of the top options for buying it as the price climbs.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
Chinese Hackers Breach U.S. Court Wiretap Systems
The intrusion affected major telecom company networks that cooperate with court-authorized U.S. requests for communications data, according to a recent report.Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Orlando Magic 2024-25 season preview: Can they keep rising in the East with this young core?
Breaking down Orlando's biggest question, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlook.Yesterday -
World - ABC News
Defaced mural of Oct. 7 survivor another example of rising antisemitism in Italy
The Antisemitism Observatory in Milan says the vandalism of a mural depicting a survivor of last year’s Oct. 7 Hamas attack is an example of rising antisemitism in ItalyYesterday -
Business - The New York Times
Oil Prices Rise as Mideast Crisis Intensifies
The threat of an escalating conflict between Israel and Iran has created an “extraordinarily precarious” global situation, sowing alarm about the potential economic fallout.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Trump agenda would add twice as much to national debt as Harris's: Budget group
A new estimate finds that former President Trump’s tax and spending plans could add twice as much to the national debt as those brought by Vice President Harris, amounting to more than $7 trillion ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
World - Financial Times
Russia’s new budget is a blueprint for war, despite the cost
While Putin’s adaptable economy can survive, he faces an unsolvable trilemma in the years aheadYesterday - Russia -
Top stories - ABC News
Analysis suggests deficit could increase under Harris, but would surge under Trump
No one is likely to be happy with projected higher deficits new analysis finds.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Rises in life expectancy have slowed dramatically, analysis finds
Rapid rises achieved in 20th century have slowed significantly, with life expectancy in the US falling. If blowing out the candles on your 100th birthday cake is a pillar of your retirement plan, ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Group slams Los Angeles district attorney for rising crime in county
A group supporting the opponent of Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón is making a six-figure ad buy blaming him for rising crime in the county. The organization, which bills itself ...Yesterday -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
One of the Biggest AI Boomtowns Is Rising in a Tech-Industry Backwater
Blackstone and TikTok’s parent are among the companies investing in data centers in a Malaysian state better known for its palm-oil plantations.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
Black and Latina Women Leaders Are Changing U.S. Unions
As organized labor gains strength, women of color are helping workers win family-friendly benefits like parental leave and protections against sexual harassment.Yesterday