Who is Keir Starmer, the self described socialist set to lead the U.K.? Some Brits still don't know
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Why many Helene flooding victims don't have flood insurance
FEMA says only 4% of U.S. homeowners have flood insurance and many of those affected by Helene flooding are just discovering they don't have coverage for their homes. USA Today money reporter ...3 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
US economy smashes expectations with 254,000 jobs added in September
Figure prompts traders to increase bets Federal Reserve will slow pace of interest rate cuts3 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
Ayatollah Khamenei Praises Oct. 7 Attacks and Warns Israel in Rare Sermon
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who led Friday prayers for the first time in years, called for pan-Muslim unity against Israel and the United States at a memorial service for Hassan Nasrallah.3 hours ago - Israel -
Politics - NBC News
Biden says the election will be 'free and fair,' but 'I don't know whether it will be peaceful'
President Joe Biden said Friday he was confident that the November election would be "free and fair" but expressed concerns that it may not be "peaceful."4 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Politics - The Hill
Biden: 'I don't know' if Netanyahu trying to influence election
President Biden on Friday said he wasn't aware of whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was trying to influence the U.S. election, while noting no administration has been a stronger ...4 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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Social Security will set 2025 COLA within days. Here's what to know.
The Social Security Administration will set its 2025 cost-of-living adjustment within days. Here's what the experts say.5 hours ago -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Halle Bailey and DDG, who share a baby boy, call it quits: 'We are still best friends'
Halle Bailey and rapper DDG will no longer be part of each other's worlds — at least not romantically. The two have split up months after welcoming a baby boy.5 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
What to Know About the Marburg Virus Disease Outbreak
In Rwanda, 11 deaths have been reported from this rare but deadly disease. Two people tested negative in Germany this week.7 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Cousins lets it fly, leads Falcons in career night
Throwing confidently and decisively, Kirk Cousins passed for a career-high 509 yards and four touchdowns to lead the Falcons to an overtime win over the Bucs.7 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Some apple cider could make you sick. Here's what to know.
Apple cider is a seasonal treat, but there are health risks when it comes to drinking unpasteurized products. Here's what to know.8 hours ago - Apple -
World - The Guardian
Keir Starmer defends Chagos Islands deal after Boris Johnson accuses Labour of ‘sheer political correctness’ – UK politics live
PM says deal ensures continuation of UK-US military base on the islands and has been welcomed with ‘warm words’ by US. Jonathan Powell, who was leading negotiations for the new government with ...9 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - BBC News
Starmer 'pleased' assisted dying vote will take place
The PM says his views are "well known" but he will look at the details of the bill.9 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Sun's Marina Mabrey has a pretty simple philosophy: 'Don't get punked'
Marina Mabrey is one those players you love when she's on your team and not so much if she's on the opposing team.11 hours ago -
Sports - ESPN
Chiefs place leading receiver Rice (knee) on IR
The Chiefs placed wide receiver Rashee Rice on injured reserve Thursday, sidelining him for at least the next four games.11 hours ago - NFL -
World - The New York Times
The U.K. Has a More Working-Class Cabinet. It’s Still Seen as Out of Touch.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s top team contains more lawmakers from poor backgrounds, and fewer from elite schools, than any in recent memory. Voters haven’t noticed.12 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Daughter of hostage taken captive by Hamas describes her family’s pain and trauma
Sharone Lifschitz also tells of impact conflict has had on life in the UK for British Jews, almost a year on from 7 October. UK Palestinians on the nightmare of watching war unfold from afar ...14 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Cousins leads Falcons to overtime win against the Bucs
Kirk Cousins throws a career-high 509 yards during the Atlanta Falcons' win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.17 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Where do Brewers go after heartbreaking Wild Card Series loss? Milwaukee still set up for sustained success
The Brewers are a well-run organization coming off another successful regular season20 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
U.K. to Hand Over Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Colonial-Era Dispute
After years of legal wrangling and negotiations, Britain said it would surrender sovereignty of the archipelago in the Indian Ocean.21 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Business - Inc.
Lengthy Dockworker Strike Could Lead to Price Hikes
Though controlled for now, an extended dockworker strike could affect retail costs.Yesterday -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Fuerza Regida brings the 'Don't Fall in Love' music festival to San Bernardino
Fuerza Regida brings some of the biggest música Mexicana names, rap acts and Jersey corridos to its Nov. 2 hometown show in San Bernardino as part of the inaugural Don't Fall in Love Fest.Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
Swayman on Bruins tenure: 'Don't want it to end'
Restricted free agent goalie Jeremy Swayman, currently in a contentious contract standoff with Boston, said he would do "everything in my power to be a Bruin for a long time" on the NHL's new ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
What to know about the damage from Hurricane Helene
The damage from Hurricane Helene could total more than $160 billion, and it is already the second-deadliest hurricane in a quarter-century, according to estimates. Since Helene made landfall in ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Warning over tax self-assessment ‘time bomb’
Newly self-employed advised to check need to register as deadline loomsYesterday -
World - The New York Times
Russia, U.S. and Other Countries Are Evacuating Their Citizens from Lebanon
Several countries have chartered flights, while others issued warnings and offered assistance.Yesterday - Russia -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Key U.S. Military Base Secured as U.K. Returns Disputed Islands to Mauritius
The British government struck a deal with Mauritius to hand over the cluster of 58 tiny islands in the Indian Ocean known as the Chagos archipelago.Yesterday -
Tech - GameSpot
Don't Expect A Remake Of The First Metal Gear Solid Anytime Soon
Remakes and remasters of classic games are nothing new, but definitely becoming more and more common, with games like Final Fantasy 7, Resident Evil 2 and 4, and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2 ...Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
Buffer ETFs can shield investors from some losses. Here's what to know before investing
Buffer ETFs can limit losses while capping upside potential. Here's what investors need to know before buying.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Tories challenge other Labour ministers to follow Keir Starmer in paying back donations – UK politics live
The prime minister said he’d paid back £6,000 worth of gifts and hospitality, including Taylor Swift tickets and his wife’s rented clothing. In its the news release about the agreement to return ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
Business - Inc.
I Took a 250-Mile Roadtrip to Chicago With Tesla’s Full Self-Driving
Tesla keeps promising a future that is a lot further away than it will admit.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Why do so many LGBTQ+ people still have to snatch moments of affection when we know others aren’t looking? | Sophie Wilkinson
When less than half of us feel safe holding our partner’s hand in public, true equality is still out of reach. You can’t move for representations of LGBTQ+ people now, apparently. There are many of ...Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Starmer repaid freebies to restore trust in politics, minister says
Sarah Jones suggests PM believes he should be held to higher standards now he is in government. UK politics live – latest updates Keir Starmer has repaid thousands of pounds in freebies to ...Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
The Art of Leading a Team Smarter Than You
Mastering leadership when your team outshines you in expertise.Yesterday