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Kashmir gets a largely powerless government 5 years after India stripped its special status
Leaders of Kashmir’s biggest political party have been sworn into office to run a largely powerless local government for the first time after India stripped the region of its special status five ...October 16 -
World - ABC News
Hong Kong cuts liquor tax in an effort to reignite its nightlife industry
Hong Kong’s leader has announced a cut in liquor taxes as the Asian financial hub hopes to revive its reputation as a travel destination with a vibrant nightlife and dining sceneOctober 16 - Hong Kong -
Business - MarketWatch
Ulta Beauty unveils $3 billion share buyback program and plans to open 200 new stores in next three years
Ulta Beauty Inc. announced a new $3 billion share buyback authorization on Wednesday and said it plans to open 200 new stores over the next three years.October 16 -
Business - MarketWatch
Boeing’s bonds signal view that company has bought time with credit-raters to avoid slide to junk
Boeing Co., under pressure to boost liquidity, filed a $25 billion shelf registration Tuesday to offer equity or debt over the next three years and announced a new credit agreement with lenders.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 -
Business - MarketWatch
Walgreens’ stock has best day in 16 years as company plans to close 1,200 stores
Walgreens’ stock has been hammered this year as consumer shopping patterns have changed, but its CEO says store closures “will realign our footprint to a healthier store base.”October 15 -
Business - MarketWatch
10-, 30-year U.S. government debt rallies for second day on lower oil and weak manufacturing reading
Long-term Treasury yields fell for a second day on Tuesday as traders reacted to a weaker-than-expected manufacturing reading from the New York Fed and new developments from the Middle East that ...October 15 -
Tech - GameSpot
Diablo 4's Next Update Will Make Its New Seasonal And Endgame Activities Even Better
Diablo 4 : Vessel of Hatred's next update is looking to bring some major improvements to its new endgame and seasonal activities, with Realmwalkers set to receive some significant changes alongside ...October 15 -
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 -
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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 -
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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 -
Top stories - ABC News
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 -
Business - CNBC
Overtourism: It's not the tourists — it's local 'lack of management,' says sustainability expert
Overtourism can be alleviated by better awareness and management at the local level, said Randy Durband, CEO of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council.October 15 -
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Harris sees a path to Pennsylvania victory running through its suburbs
Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign laid out what it sees as her path to victory in Pennsylvania in a memo ahead of Monday night’s rally in bellwether Erie County.October 14 -
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 -
Business - MarketWatch
The bull market is entering its 3rd year. Here’s what history says will happen next.
U.S. stocks were kicking off their third year in the bull market with the S&P 500 scoring a fresh record on Monday — but history suggests investors need to be prepared for a potential setback in ...October 14 -
Business - MarketWatch
Why SoFi’s stock is on track for its highest close of the year
A new partnership helps validate SoFi’s underwriting model at a time some when investors are concerned about the lending business.October 14 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Drake Maye's game vs. Texans was first of its kind in 74-plus years
Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye made some eye-opening history with his stat line in his first NFL start on Sunday against the Texans.October 14 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NHL Nugget: Philadelphia Flyers Begin Unmatched Streak On This Day 45 Years Ago
The Philadelphia Flyers began a streak on this day in 1979 that no other NHL team has come close to since.October 14 - NHL -
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 -
Top stories - BBC News
WWE’s Cody Rhodes wants WrestleMania to be hosted in UK within next five years
The "American Nightmare" thinks Manchester or London have venues perfect for hosting the event.October 14 - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
Hezbollah stands at a crossroads – its next steps will determine Lebanon’s fate | Bilal Saab
Like Netanyahu, the militant group has chosen to ignore basic truths, and prioritised its own aims over the nation it claims to defend. How can Lebanon tackle its tangled, dysfunctional ...October 14 -
Business - CNBC
Macao's next leader wants to wean its economy off gambling
Slated to become Macao's leader, Sam Hou Fai says he will continue to steer its economy away from gaming and gambling.October 14 -
World - Financial Times
Venice with the FT
Explore • Eat and Drink • Exercise • Experience • EnlightenOctober 14 -
World - Financial Times
My Venice, by Diane von Furstenberg
The designer, philanthropist and resident of La Serenissima shares her favourite places to eat, shop and visitOctober 14 -
World - Financial Times
Safet Zec at Venice Biennale — humanity at its most fragile and battered
Eighty-year-old Bosnian painter is the star of the pavilion’s multinational show ‘Home Sextant’October 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