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Jobless claims inch higher in latest week
Claims tick up 3,000 to 221,000 after three weeks of declinesBusiness - MarketWatch - 2 days ago -
GOP inches closer to retaining House majority
Control of the House has yet to be determined, as a number of critical races remain too close to call, leaving lawmakers — and voters — waiting to see which party will hold the majority next year. ...Politics - The Hill - 6 hours ago -
Miami up to No. 5 in AP Top 25 football poll as top four remain unchanged; Colorado, Washington State crack rankings
Miami up to No. 5 in AP Top 25 football poll as top four remain unchanged; Colorado, Washington State crack rankingsSports - ABC News - October 27 -
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US elections live: Harris makes unexpected stop at DNC headquarters as millions of Americans cast their votes
Harris thanks Democratic staffers in Washington DC and says ‘we have so much work to do’ during phone-banking session. US election results 2024: live map and tracker When will we know the ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
How a congresswoman is using AI to speak up amid rare diagnosis
Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton of Virginia, who is retiring after this term, was diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsy. There is no cure for her condition, which has rapidly robbed her of ...Top stories - CBS News - October 17 -
EU markets need to commit to catch up with US on T+1
Adoption of new settlement cycle has led to greater efficiency, increased liquidity and enhanced risk mitigationWorld - Financial Times - October 18 -
US expected to pay up to $20bn into G7 loan for Ukraine
Washington’s contribution would follow months of wrangling to secure funding before presidential electionBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
Long and winding road that took a recording console from Beatles session to the skip
A Hertfordshire father and son have been able to restore the console used on the Beatles' last album.Top stories - BBC News - October 29 -
US draws up draft Israel-Lebanon ceasefire plan
Proposal leaked as senior Washington officials head to Middle East in effort to end year-long conflictBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
Investors step up bets that US election will trigger market volatility
Jitters sweep through bond and currency markets before presidential voteWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
US Space Force warns of ‘mind-boggling’ build-up of Chinese capabilities
Agency chief Chance Saltzman says Washington must co-operate with allies to counter threats from China and RussiaWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
All you need to know about election night
After a super-close race, here is what we might - and might not - learn overnight.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
‘It will be harder on us’: Palestinians weigh up impact of Trump election win
Many in Ramallah argue things cannot get any worse but some say US result could add unpredictability to despair. Middle East crisis – live updates The waiters at Ramallah’s cafes and the ...World - The Guardian - 2 days ago -
Goodbye to low-tax Britain
One does not need to subscribe to hyperbolic Tory rhetoric to recognise that this Budget heralded a major shiftBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
The highs and lows of the ‘Trump trade’
US stocks rallied after Donald Trump’s election victory, but inflation fears hang over bondsWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
China reports third-quarter GDP growth of 4.6%, slightly beating expectations
Beijing has faced public scrutiny over its ability to meet its own annual growth target of "around 5%."Business - CNBC - October 18 -
A ‘New Day’? Justices Step Back, Slightly, From an Aggressive Climate Stance.
The Supreme Court’s decision to not temporarily block an E.P.A. rule this week signals ‘rising influence’ of Justice Barrett, one analyst said.World - The New York Times - October 18 -
Arab Americans slightly favor Trump over Harris, says new poll
Poll shows a deadlock in Michigan, a key state on the path to the White House with a large Arab American population. Arab Americans are slightly more likely to vote for Donald Trump than Kamala ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
Election forecaster moves Nebraska Senate race slightly toward independent challenger
An election forecaster moved Nebraska’s contentious Senate race slightly toward Sen. Deb Fischer’s (R) challenger, Independent candidate Dan Osborn. Sabato's Crystal Ball shifted the Senate contest ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
What is kava? The peppery-tasting, slightly intoxicating drink enjoyed by King Charles
King Charles sipped on kava on his visit to Samoa this week while an Australian politician paid a high price for downing too much in Micronesia. Kava, the traditional Pacific drink, was served to ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
2-year Treasury yield sees biggest monthly rise since February 2023
Treasury yields finished little changed on Thursday after a closely followed inflation reading, but booked solid monthly increases.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
U.S. dollar jumps as Donald Trump recaptures the White House
The U.S. currency's gains extended as former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the U.S. presidential election.Business - CNBC - 3 days ago -
Court filings dispute criminal charges filed against Lorain County prosecutor
Court documents filed recently in a criminal case against the Lorain County prosecutor dispute the felony charges and level new allegations against others involved in the investigation.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
TGI Fridays Nears Bankruptcy Filing
The casual-dining stalwart has dealt with slowing sales. A deal to purchase the company fell through earlier this year.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
Apple 24-inch iMac (2024): Specs, Release Date, Price, Features
The desktop computer has been upgraded with the latest M4 chip and USB-C accessories.Tech - Wired - October 28 -
10,000 North Korean troops in Russia, inching closer to fight in Ukraine: Pentagon
North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to train in Russia with the expectation they’ll be sent to fight in Ukraine within “the next several weeks,” the Pentagon said Monday. “We believe that the ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Warriors inch closer to NBA history with 3-point barrage vs. Pelicans
The Golden State Warriors' 3-point barrage against the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday inched them closer to NBA history.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 30 -
Apple MacBook Pro (16 Inch, 2024) Review: More Power
The M4 Pro CPU pushes the performance envelope. But when the only real competition you have is with yourself, what then?Tech - Wired - 2 days ago -
The Unexpected Benefits of Procrastination: A Deeper Dive
The conventional wisdom is that procrastination is something that should be avoided at all costs. I disagree.Business - Inc. - October 27 -
Child benefit reform plans scrapped
A planned move to a system where claims are based on household income, rather than an individual's, will not go ahead.Top stories - BBC News - October 31 -
Donald Trump's historic comeback
The former president claims "unprecedented mandate"Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago
