U.S. Lawmakers Seek Probe of Microsoft's $1.5B Deal With Abu Dhabi AI Firm
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ABC News - World
Oman state-run oil firm will make initial public offering, potentially seek billions
An Omani state-run oil and gas company says it will make an initial public offering of its exploration and production business, potentially seeking billions in a major move toward privatization in ...9 minutes ago -
ABC News - Top stories
GOP probe details deadly Afghanistan withdrawal, finds no direct role by Harris
A House Republican probe blames the NSC and State Department for the disastrous 2021 withdrawal of U.S. personnel from Afghanistan but finds no role played by VP Harris.1 hour ago -
CNBC - Business
Skype founder's VC firm raises $1.24 billion to back European tech startups
Atomico, which was founded by Skype co-founder Niklas Zennström, raised two new funds worth $1.24 billion to back European technology firms.1 hour ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Norfolk Southern Probing Potential Misconduct by CEO
The Atlanta freight railroad said its board was investigating allegations of potential misconduct by Alan Shaw, who recently withstood an activist investor’s push to unseat him.1 hour ago -
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The Wall Street Journal - World
Venezuelan opposition figure Edmundo González, who the U.S. said won July's presidential election, arrived in Spain to seek asylum in a blow to the nation's democracy movement.
Venezuelan opposition figure Edmundo González, who the U.S. said won July’s presidential election, arrived in Spain to seek asylum in a blow to the nation’s democracy movement.7 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
U.S. antitrust enforcers are intervening early to examine whether a handful of big tech companies such as Nvidia are using their leverage to establish dominance over the burgeoning AI market.
U.S. antitrust enforcers are intervening early to examine whether a handful of big tech companies such as Nvidia are using their leverage to establish dominance over the burgeoning AI market.7 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Prescott motivated to live up to deal, deliver SB
Dak Prescott says his motivation is to now live up to the deal that made him the NFL's top-paid player and help the Cowboys win a Super Bowl.7 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Norfolk Southern board probing CEO Alan Shaw over alleged inappropriate workplace relationship
The probe at Norfolk Southern is in its early stages, and it is possible that no misconduct may be uncovered.7 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
After Georgia Shooting, a Grief-Stricken City Seeks Solace, and Answers
As residents in Winder, Ga., consoled one another, questions rose about whether more could have been done to prevent the attack.10 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Apple Looks to AI to End iPhone Slump
Artificial intelligence has yet to spur a wave of upgrades for other smartphone makers.10 hours ago - Apple -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Taylor Swift Sees Taylor Fritz---but the U.S. Open Still Seeks a U.S. Male Winner
An American makes an inspiring run to the final of the season’s last tennis major, but runs into a steamroller named Jannik Sinner.12 hours ago - US Open -
ESPN - Sports
Prescott, Cowboys reach NFL-record $240M deal
The Cowboys and Dak Prescott have agreed on a four-year, $240 million contract extension that will make the star quarterback the highest-paid player in NFL history.13 hours ago - NFL -
Inc. - Business
AI Lobbyists Want a Hand in Shaping Regulatory Policies
Government official need lobbyists' expertise as think tanks academics struggle to keep up with disruptive technological changes.14 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Independent Osborn seeks to be surprise of cycle in Nebraska Senate race
An independent candidate is threatening to scramble the race for Nebraska’s Senate seat in what could be one of the more surprising contests this fall. Dan Osborn is running a long-shot independent ...14 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Jannik Sinner holds firm against Taylor Fritz to clinch first US Open title
World No 1 beats Fritz 6-3, 6-4, 7-5 in men’s singles final Sinner is first Italian man to win title in New York The last time Jannik Sinner competed in New York, ample question marks remained ...14 hours ago - US Open -
VentureBeat - Tech
AI orchestration: Crafting harmony or creating dependency?
AI can come at a price, as there is a thin line between collaboration — also known as augmentation — and dependency.16 hours ago - Artificial Intelligence -
BBC News - Top stories
Venezuelan opposition leader lands in Spain after fleeing homeland
Edmundo González landed at a military base in Madrid, where he will be granted political asylum.16 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Boeing Reaches Tentative Deal With Union Workers to Avert Strike
The proposed contract, if approved by union members on Thursday, includes a 25 percent raise over four years and a promise to build the next plane in the Seattle-Portland area.19 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump Seeks Election as Free Felon After a Year of Legal Peril
Donald J. Trump’s sentencing in Manhattan was delayed, thanks in part to his legal resources and political status. It raised a question: Is he above the law?Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - World
Space engine pioneer seeks up to £20mn to keep hypersonic plans alive
Reaction Engines needs new investment after losses deepenYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Thousands of Israeli protesters call for hostage deal
Thousands of Israeli demonstrators took to the streets again Saturday, demanding their government make a deal to bring Hamas-held hostages home. Rather than work towards an agreement to release the ...Yesterday - Israel -
The New York Times - World
Family of American Slain in the West Bank Demands an Independent Inquiry
With witnesses and Palestinian officials accusing Israeli soldiers of firing the fatal shots, “an Israeli investigation is not adequate,” the family said in a statement.Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: Depay, Corinthians agree to two-year deal
Netherlands star Memphis Depay will sign a two-year deal with Brazilian giants Corinthians, sources told ESPN.Yesterday - NFL -
ESPN - Sports
23XI Racing skips deadline to sign charter deal
23XI Racing, the NASCAR team co-owned by Michael Jordan, says it has skipped a deadline to sign a new charter agreement with the sanctioning body because "it did not have an opportunity to fairly ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
UN seeks probe into death of American activist in West Bank
The United Nations is seeking a "full investigation" into the death of Aysenur Egzi Eygi, a Turkish American activist who was killed recently in the West Bank amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in ...Yesterday - United Nations -
ABC News - World
Venezuela revokes Brazil's status as custodian of Argentina diplomatic mission housing asylum seeking opponents
Venezuela revokes Brazil's status as custodian of Argentina diplomatic mission housing asylum seeking opponentsYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Exclusive discounts from CBS Mornings Deals
On this edition of CBS Mornings Deals, Ashley Bellman shows us items that might just become essentials in your everyday life. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. ...Yesterday -
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The Wall Street Journal - World
Chinese authorities have detained at least two outspoken dissidents in recent weeks, drawing criticism from U.S. lawmakers and human-rights groups, and adding to friction between Beijing and Washington.
Chinese authorities have detained at least two outspoken dissidents in recent weeks, drawing criticism from U.S. lawmakers and human-rights groups, and adding to friction between Beijing and ...2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
AI: too much information?
Yuval Noah Harari and Parmy Olson on how the race for superintelligence may amplify the worst of human nature2 days ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Review: 'Seeking Mavis Beacon' tracks down a cyberghost who taught a generation how to type
Long before apps and smartphones, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing was a program that helped with touch-typing skills. The program's fictional icon spurs an investigation.2 days ago -
ABC News - Health
Texas sues to stop rule that shields medical records of women who seek abortions
Texas is suing to try to block a federal rule that shields the medical records of women from criminal investigations if they cross state lines to get an abortion where it is legal2 days ago - Abortion -
Wired - Tech
X Is Working With a GOP Consulting Firm
Targeted Victory’s largest client is the Republican National Committee. It’s now fielding inquiries for X about Elon Musk’s standoff with Brazil.2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Mexico's plan to make judges stand for election is indeed aimed at foreign firms, president says
Foreign business chambers have been warning for weeks that a proposed, sweeping overhaul of Mexico’s judiciary that would make judges stand for election, would endanger foreign investment in Mexico2 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Verizon Strikes Deal to Acquire Frontier Communications
Verizon has agreed to acquire Frontier Communications in a $9.6 billion all-cash deal that would bolster the company’s fiber network to compete with rivals including AT&T.3 days ago