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Financial Times - World
Landscape architect Leonard Ng: ‘Nature is inherently beautiful, it doesn’t require design’
He helped make Singapore a garden city, and the same ethos informs the design of his home. House and garden are one and the same, nature is invited in, and the outdoor spaces feel like extra rooms4 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Banned X temporarily restored in Brazil after technical update
Elon Musk’s platform calls the move ‘inadvertent’ although it says it will keep fighting court order that blocked it6 hours ago - Brazil -
The New York Times - Top stories
Teamsters Won’t Endorse Trump or Harris in 2024 Presidential Election
The Teamsters president, Sean O’Brien, has shown an openness to former President Donald J. Trump, dividing the powerful union. Neither candidate will be the beneficiary of its considerable ...9 hours ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Tech
Endangered sea corals moved to Texas Gulf Coast for research, restoration
Scientists have moved about 300 endangered sea corals from South Florida to the Texas Gulf Coast for research and restoration9 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Teamsters union declines to endorse Harris or Trump for president
Neither candidate is committed to putting workers before big business, says powerful union10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Teamsters leader says Harris, Trump wouldn't 'commit'
Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien told The Hill that the union did not endorse Vice President Harris or former President Trump “because both candidates didn't commit on the core issues that ...10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Inc. - Business
Teamsters Will Not Endorse Anyone for President in 2024
This is the first time since 1996 that the union is not making an endorsement.11 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
House to vote on Mike Johnson's spending plan to avoid a government shutdown
House Speaker Mike Johnson says he is confident about a vote on his proposal to avoid a government shutdown. The Senate will likely block the plan if it passes in the House of Representatives. CBS ...13 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
How Fed rate cuts affect the global economy
Federal Reserve interest rate decisions can influence the trajectory of the U.S. economy and create spillover effects in parts of the global financial system.13 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
ABC News - World
AP PHOTOS: Germany springs to life in vivid scenes of nature
As the sun bleeds into daylight or fades toward night, AP photographer Michael Probst is often on the hunt for serene scenes near his home in Frankfurt, Germany that evoke a sense of wonder. ...13 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
U.S. Will Host Global AI Safety Summit in November
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and Secretary of State Anthony Blinken will lead the gathering, scheduled three weeks after the election.13 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
What we know about the walkie-talkie explosions
The attacks left at least 21 dead and thousands injured, but how the blasts occurred remains unclear.14 hours ago -
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Inc. - Business
Key OceanGate Employee Says Titan Wreck Could have Been Avoided
The company's former operations director, David Lochridge,testified that theOccupational Safety and Health Administration received his complaint, but did not pursue concerns about the submersible's ...15 hours ago -
VentureBeat - Tech
Have we reached peak human?
Our evolutionary position as the smartest and most creative brains on planet earth is likely to be challenged by AI in the very near future.15 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Which Candidate Are Top Business Leaders Endorsing for President?
Business titans are flooding social media with presidential endorsements for Harris or Trump. See who supports whom.17 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Concussion warning over face-slap fighting
Doctors worry about brain damage from a new type of championship fighting that has grown in popularity.17 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Biden administration to convene AI safety summit in California
The Biden administration will host a global safety summit on artificial intelligence in November to discuss the quickly developing technology and efforts to mitigate its risks. Secretary of ...18 hours ago - Joe Biden -
ESPN - Sports
Mbappé, Bellingham warn: Madrid will improve
Kylian Mbappé said he believes he "can do more" despite scoring five goals in seven games since joining Real Madrid this summer, while his teammate Jude Bellingham added he knows the reigning ...18 hours ago -
The New York Times - Science
Why This Tiny Lizard Dives With a Natural Scuba Tank
Almost every animal in the rainforest enjoys snacking on water anoles, but slippery skin and an ability to carry an air bubble underwater help them survive.18 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Bangladesh, Struggling to Restore Order, Gives Army Policing Powers
Public disorder has continued in the country, weeks after its autocratic leader was driven out by protests. Many police officers have still not returned to work.21 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Democrats target tax avoidance before cuts expire in 2025
Democrats are going after tax avoidance from big companies and wealthy individuals as the debate on taxes heats up ahead of tax code expirations scheduled for next year. A new set of proposed rules ...22 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Harris avoids getting too detailed as she battles with Trump
Vice President Harris has avoided getting into the nitty-gritty of detailed policy positions as she seeks to win over centrist voters from former President Trump. While the vice president has ...22 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump Suggests Restoring the State and Local Tax Break He Once Limited
Former President Donald J. Trump’s 2017 tax law capped the state and local tax deduction at $10,000. He said on Tuesday that he would lift that limit.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - Business
Trump vows to restore homeowner tax break he scrapped
Former US president courts wealthy suburban voters with pledge to ‘get Salt back’Yesterday - Donald Trump -
ABC News - World
A migrant has died off a Greek island after smugglers ditched 31 people in the sea to avoid patrols
Greek authorities say one migrant has died after smugglers piloting a speedboat from Turkey to an Aegean Sea island forced their passengers into the sea to avoid detection by marine patrolsYesterday -
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CNBC - Business
Your inherited individual retirement account could trigger a 'tax bomb,' advisor says. How to avoid it
If you've inherited a pretax individual retirement account since 2020, you could face a sizable tax bill without proper planning. Here's what to know.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
The West must stand with Georgia in the fight for democracy
To guarantee a brighter European future for the people of Georgia, it is vital for the international community to help guarantee truly free and fair electionsYesterday -
Wired - Tech
11 Best Organic Mattresses, Toppers, Bedding (2024): Nontoxic and Natural
These nontoxic beds and bedsheets are easier on the environment and your health—and they feel like a dream.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Natural gas pipeline explodes in Houston suburbs
A natural gas pipeline east of Houston exploded Monday, setting houses around it on fire. The pipeline owner, Dallas-based Energy Transfer, says a 20-inch main carrying natural gas liquids ignited, ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
After the Huw Edwards scandal – and all the others – we must have a BBC fit for the modern age | Jane Martinson
The former presenter’s crimes are his responsibility, but the corporation must change so its stars can never again abuse their power. Disgraced, convicted and now sentenced , a chapter has closed: ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Treasury ‘saying no to everything’ will hit growth, warns Burnham
Manchester mayor says powerful finance ministry has to fundamentally change way it thinks2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Life as a woman under Taliban rule
How are Afghanistan’s women and girls coping with harsh new restrictions?2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Brexit deal impact in UK is worsening, warn economists
The findings come from a report covering the three-year period after the Brexit deal was signed.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
Pret A Manger’s global sales surge above £1bn
UK sandwich chain expands in aggressive international sales drive2 days ago -
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CBS News - Top stories
Texas natural gas pipeline explodes into flames
A liquid natural gas pipeline has been burning for hours after exploding and shooting flames high into the air, prompting evacuation and shelter-in-place orders in the city of Deer Park, Texas. ...2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Giants need dramatic change to avoid becoming embarrassment after loss to Commanders
The Giants' defense didn’t allow a touchdown while their offense scored three on Sunday. They still lost, 21-18, to the Washington Commanders.3 days ago - NFL