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Venice to double number of days tourists must pay entry fee
The fee, which only applies to daytrippers, will be in force on weekends and public holidays from April to July.1 hour ago -
Business - Financial Times
Germany’s five-year tax haul to fall nearly €60bn short of forecast
Gloomier economic predictions will increase budgetary strains and government coalition tensions2 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
How squeezing the rich through tax may backfire
If Britain is to have a more European welfare state, it needs a more European tax system8 hours ago -
Politics - Politico
The 5 factions Johnson has to appease to keep the speakership next year
His most outspoken and well-known critics are the nearly dozen GOP lawmakers who voted to advance an ouster effort against him earlier this year, but they’re not alone.October 12 -
World - ABC News
Venice extends its day-tripper tax through next year to combat overtourism
Venice will extend its day-tripper tax through next year, increasing the number of days and doubling the fee to 10 euros for last-minute visitors4 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Minecraft Will Stop Supporting VR Headsets Early Next Year
There are only a handful of months left to play Minecraft in VR. That's because developer Mojang is ditching support for VR and mixed-reality headsets in March 2025. Mojang detailed this major ...4 hours ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Review: Tom Hardy's double act can't save 'Venom: The Last Dance'
For three films now, Tom Hardy has smushed Jekyll and Hyde into one strange and slimy double act22 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Sources: Wolves extend Gobert for 3 years, $110M
Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert has reached a three-year, $110 million contract extension, sources told ESPN on Tuesday night.Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
Saints' Kamara lands 2-year extension through '26
The New Orleans Saints agreed to a two-year extension with running back Alvin Kamara, the team announced Tuesday night, a deal that is worth, a source told ESPN, approximately $24.5 million for the ...Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Shohei Ohtani 50-50 home run ball auctions at record-shattering $4.4 million after last-minute flurry of bids
The Ohtani ball auction was two minutes from ending. Then 11 bids came in.Yesterday -
Politics - Politico
House GOP braces for bitter fight over the power to oust a speaker
Most GOP lawmakers despise the rule, which allows a small faction of the conference to wield outsize influence over the agenda. But conservatives are prepared to fight for it.2 days ago - House -
Top stories - CBS News
Girl Scouts membership to more than double in cost over two years
Girl Scouts USA says charging steeper annual dues will avoid it having to slash programs and services.3 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Warriors extend Moody on 3-year, $39M deal
Warriors guard Moses Moody has agreed to a three-year, $39 million extension and is in line for a bigger role this season.3 days ago - NBA -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NFL Week 7 scores: Lions hand Vikings first defeat of 2024 on last-minute field goal
The NFC North heavyweights are all in action in the early window.4 days ago - NFL -
World - ABC News
In Israeli footage of the last minutes of Hamas leader's life, some see a symbol of defiance
The world’s final glimpse of Hamas’ leader was through the lens of a hovering Israeli drone4 days ago - Israel -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
No. 13 BYU stays undefeated, improves to 7-0 with last-minute, 38-35 win over Oklahoma State
No. 13 BYU improved to 7-0 and 4-0 in the Big 12 with a thrilling 38-35 win over Oklahoma State.5 days ago - College Football -
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Business - Inc.
Universal Studios to Open Fourth Theme Park Next Year
Universal Epic Universe will open to visitors on May 22 and up its competition with Disney.6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
5 takeaways from the last full fundraising quarter before Election Day
Federal candidates have now submitted their reports for what was the final full fundraising quarter before Election Day, offering a snapshot of their financial status with just three weeks to go. ...October 17 -
World - The Guardian
Tax on Europe’s frequent flyers could raise €64bn a year – study
Levy rising by €100 for each return flight after the first in a year could cut emissions by 21%, report says. A “jet-setter” tax on Europe’s frequent flyers could slow global heating and raise ...October 17 -
Sports - ESPN
Lions extend McNeill for 4 years; $55M guaranteed
The Lions and DT Alim McNeill agreed to a four-year extension worth $97 million, including $55 million guaranteed, a source confirmed to ESPN.October 16 -
Business - MarketWatch
What’s next for Tesla after Robotaxi day, according to Barclays
Tesla, fresh from showcasing its robotaxi, reports earnings next week and analysts at Barclays are calling for a better-than-expected financial snapshot.October 16 -
World - Financial Times
Venice’s farm-to-table revolution
On the island of Sant’Erasmo, a pioneering co-operative founded by local chefs has established a kitchen garden, providing the city’s restaurants with fresh, sustainable produceOctober 16 -
Sports - ESPN
Phillies extend manager Thomson through 2026
Rob Thomson, who guided the Phillies to a 95-67 record and their first NL East title since 2011, had his contract extended through the 2026 season.October 15 - MLB -
Top stories - NBC News
Walgreens to close 1,200 stores over the next three years
Walgreens said Tuesday it plans to close 1,200 stores over the next three years as it seeks to further downsize its footprint amid flagging sales and changing consumer behavior.October 15 -
Top stories - CBS News
Walgreens to close 1,200 stores over next 3 years
Struggling pharmacy chain attempts turnaround amid low drug reimbursement rates and slower consumer spending.October 15 -
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Democrats, Republicans lining up in new ways in 2024. No one knows what's next
The Democratic and Republican Parties' coalitions are undergoing a seismic change weeks before Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump face off.October 15 - Republican Party -
World - The Guardian
One day, all matters of state will be decided through Strictly Come Dancing. That day seems near | Marina Hyde
The Saturday night staple is no longer just a dance show – it’s a battlefield, where political fights and culture wars are waged. Within two years – maybe one – the pre-eminent mode of political ...October 15 -
Top stories - BBC News
Last chance to see 'comet of the century' for 80,000 years
Comet A3 was bright in the Monday evening sky and could be visible again on Tuesday - cloud permitting.October 15 -
Entertainment - ABC News
MLB playoffs averaging 3.33 million viewers through Division Series, an 18% increase over last year
Major League Baseball’s postseason is averaging 3.33 million viewers going into the League Championship Series, an 18% increase over last year’s average of 2.82 millionOctober 14 - MLB -
Sports - ABC News
MLB playoffs averaging 3.33 million viewers through Division Series, an 18% increase over last year
Major League Baseball’s postseason is averaging 3.33 million viewers going into the League Championship Series, an 18% increase over last year’s average of 2.82 millionOctober 14 - MLB -
Politics - The Hill
A Russian economic meltdown is coming next year
As the Russian economy tanks, immiseration and social discontent grow, and money dries up, Putin won’t have the resources to fuel his war machine.October 14 - Russia -
World - Financial Times
Venice with the FT
Explore • Eat and Drink • Exercise • Experience • EnlightenOctober 14 -
Politics - Politico
The 5 factions Johnson has to appease to keep the speakership next year
His most outspoken and well-known critics are the nearly dozen GOP lawmakers who voted to advance an ouster effort against him earlier this year, but they’re not alone.October 12