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NBC News - Top stories
Britain's election could be historic. Here's what to know.
LONDON — Millions of Brits go to the polls Thursday, in an election likely to oust the Conservative Party that has dominated postwar politics and ruled the United Kingdom for the past 14 years. -
The New York Times - World
Thursday Briefing: What’s at Stake in Britain’s Elections
Plus, an ally said Biden is considering leaving the race. -
CNBC - Business
Wall Street firm gets it right with Best Buy call, plus Eli Lilly shares move up
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET. -
The Guardian - World
Britain will not rejoin EU in my lifetime, says Starmer
Labour leader also says he cannot foresee circumstances where UK would re-enter single market or customs union. Keir Starmer has insisted the UK will not rejoin either the EU, the single market or the customs union within his lifetime, in his ...European Union -
The New York Times - Top stories
As Britain Votes, Change Is in the Air. Optimism, Not So Much.
The Labour Party is projected to sweep out the Conservatives after 14 years. But it would then inherit a “legacy of ashes.” -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Get A Saddle In Minecraft
Out of the dozens of possible mods in Minecraft, there are a handful that can be ridden as a mount. However, there are some misconceptions when it comes to the process of acquiring a saddle in Minecraft. In the guide below, you can see all the ... -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Get Honeycomb In Minecraft
While Honeycomb doesn't have a ton of uses in Minecraft, the process of acquiring even a single drop of it can be extremely time-consuming. This can make crafting candles, beehives, and waxed copper a taxing proposition. Fortunately, we have a ... -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
The ‘animal instinct’ that Britain’s next tennis star Jack Draper has needed to survive
He is the 6ft 3ins hunk of British tennis who has been dazzling at Wimbledon between cutting a dash on the catwalk. Yet those who know him best say it is a minor miracle Jack Draper has reached such a towering physique. Until a late teenage growth ... -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
A Holocaust Survivor Gets a Vogue Cover
Anna Wintour called Vogue Germany’s latest cover star, 102-year-old Margot Friedländer, a “meaningful” subject. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
What Is a Sundress?
A heated discussion about one of the summer's most ubiquitous garments grapples with questions of femininity, tradition and sexuality. Weigh in on the debate. -
GameSpot - Tech
The Best Steam Deck Games To Play Right Now
In a very brief time, the Steam Deck has become a staple of PC gaming as the go-to portable solution for many PC players, and its popularity has seemingly inspired more portable PC manufacturers to join the market. This is partly because the ... -
NBC News - Top stories
Fed says inflation is moving in the right direction
Federal Reserve officials indicated that inflation is moving in the right direction but not quickly enough for them to lower interest rates.Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
Le Pen's far-right at the gates of power
The National Rally party is now a dominant force in France -
Wired - Tech
How to Get a Real ID License Before the Deadline
A new type of driver’s license will be required to board flights in the United States next year. Here’s how to update your license to the new Real ID standard before it’s too late. -
ESPN - Sports
Brewers get Civale from Rays to bolster rotation
The Milwaukee Brewers acquired right-hander Aaron Civale from the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday, adding the veteran to a thin starting rotation in hopes of holding onto first place in the National League Central. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
‘The Bear’ Gets a Glow Up. Is That a Good Thing?
Styles staffers talk about the show’s turn to fine dining and its flashy cameos. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How to Get Over Your Fear of Flying
Many people are afraid when they get on a plane, and the Alaska Airlines door-plug blowout hasn’t helped. The good news: They have several options to deal with it. -
BBC News - Top stories
Paranormal Activity gets 'wildly different' stage premiere
Details are revealed of a theatre version of the horror film, which has its world premiere in Leeds. -
The Guardian - World
French PM says efforts to prevent far-right majority can succeed
Gabriel Attal urges on campaign to peg back rise of National Rally as candidates pull out to avoid splitting vote. France’s prime minister has said nationwide efforts to prevent Marine Le Pen’s National Rally (RN) winning an outright majority in ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
French Parties Cooperate to Stop Far Right from Controlling Parliament
A leftist alliance and the party of President Emmanuel Macron withdrew almost all their third-place candidates in an attempt to impede Marine Le Pen’s party.France -
BBC News - Top stories
Only far right can win majority, warns French PM
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal urges voters to stop Marine Le Pen's party winning Sunday's vote.France -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Why Are So Many Townhouses For Sale in Park Slope Right Now?
Nine homes asking more than $100 million combined were on the market as of mid-June, thanks to skyrocketing home prices and seller optimism. -
NBC News - Top stories
Abortion rights amendment is one step closer to appearing on Arizona's ballot
A proposed amendment to enshrine access to abortion in Arizona’s constitution is one step closer to appearing on the November 2024 ballot.Abortion -
Inc. - Business
This Is the Number 1 Tech Skill You Need to Compete Right Now
Here's a simplified explanation of the historically proven best way to elevate your tech game. -
Financial Times - Business
Far right to fall short of majority in French parliament, poll says
Harris Interactive predicts a hung parliament ahead of high-stakes run-off on July 7France -
CBS News - Top stories
Arizona abortion rights advocates submit signatures to put amendment on ballot
Organizers with Arizona for Abortion Access said they submitted more than 823,000 signatures supporting a ballot initiative that would enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution.Abortion -
NBC News - Top stories
Nebraska abortion rights groups collect enough signatures to advance ballot measure
A proposed amendment to enshrine access to abortion care in the Nebraska Constitution moved closer to appearing on the ballot in November after a coalition of reproductive rights advocates on Wednesday submitted the required number of valid ...Abortion -
NBC News - Top stories
The 31+ best 4th of July deals on Amazon to shop right now
Shop the best 4th of July sales on Amazon. Browse the best deals from brands like Samsonite, Kitchenaid, Samsung and more. -
The Guardian - World
Hippos might fly: UK research discovers animal can get airborne
Analysis shows hippos get all four feet off the ground at once up to 15% of the time when at full pelt. It takes a scientific mind to see the grunting hulk of a hippopotamus and wonder whether, given sufficient motivation, such an improbable beast ...United Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Lufthansa's Acquisition of ITA Airways Stake Gets Conditional EU Approval
The European Union gave Deutsche Lufthansa its conditional green light to buy a minority stake in Italian carrier ITA Airways, increasing the German carrier group’s reach in Europe and exposure to the lucrative Italian market.European Union -
Inc. - Business
Unicorn Population Grows in the U.S., AI Spam Gets Traffic, and More
A survey of the newest so-called unicorns, privately held startups now valued at $1 billion or more, shows U.S.-based AI startups led the pack in the first half of the year. -
The Guardian - World
Change of menu: How The Bear can get back on track in season four
The third season of restaurant drama The Bear has left some critics cold – what ingredients can it beef up, tone down or discard in the next?. Major spoilers ahead. The third season of the Bear concludes on somewhat of a cliffhanger, albeit an ... -
CBS News - Top stories
5 ways to get rid of credit card debt without a new loan
If you don't want to take on additional debt to pay off your credit cards, these strategies may be a good fit. -
ABC News - Sports
Andy Murray is getting set to say farewell to Wimbledon before retirement (probably)
Andy Murray is getting set to finish his Wimbledon career by playing men's doubles and mixed doubles -
The Wall Street Journal - World
CoStar Group CEO Andy Florance Gets Record Price for Florida Home
The $28.5 million property is the most expensive home ever sold on the Panhandle.Florida -
CBS News - Top stories
Experts doubt Trump will get conviction tossed in "hush money" case
As the case enters a new phase, experts remain skeptical that former President Donald Trump's 11th-hour effort to overturn his conviction will be successful.Donald Trump -
GameSpot - Tech
The Acolyte's Bite-Sized Star Wars Episodes Are Getting Really Annoying
I have been cautiously enjoying The Acolyte--through six episodes, I think it's really good, actually. But as a TV viewing experience, The Acolyte has gotten supremely irritating because each episode is so bizarrely short. All of them come in ... -
Financial Times - Business
Oil prices rally as peak driving season gets under way
Brent crude has risen about $10 a barrel since early June as US stockpiles dwindle -
GameSpot - Tech
A New Horror Game Corrects Something So Many Others Get Wrong
Putting players in the shoes of an engineer tasked with heading alone into a dark basement to restart an ailing generator is a tried-and-true trope in horror video games. While Still Wakes the Deep has a lot that's very familiar to horror fans, ... -
NBC News - Top stories
NHL gets its first female coach — an assistant with the Seattle Kraken
Jessica Campbell became the first female coach in the NHL when the Seattle Kraken named her an assistant Wednesday, the league announced.NHL