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Wired - Tech
Why Threads Is All the Ragebait
This week, we talk about engagement bait on Threads, and why the social network is prioritizing posts that ask infuriating questions and stir drama.1 hour ago -
CNBC - Business
'We can’t allow the cultural infrastructure to literally crumble': One of London's most popular arts attractions needs a $200 million fix
The Southbank Centre in London needs more than $200 million to repair its concert halls and gallery as it heads toward its 75-year anniversary.2 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Biden to celebrate progress of American economy in Thursday remarks
In remarks on Thursday at the Economic Club of Washington, D.C., President Biden will celebrate the progress of the American economy, but stop short of declaring victory.2 hours ago - Joe Biden -
ABC News - World
Sri Lanka's presidential election a test for current leader, 2 years after its economy hit bottom
Sri Lankans who usually vote along religious and ethnic lines will be keeping another factor in mind when they vote Saturday on a new president3 hours ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
A Gay Brand Endured, and Evolved. So Did Its Founders.
For 30 years, David Lauterstein has been making jockstraps, harnesses and other gear with his partner. In a new memoir, he paints a (very) colorful portrait of gay New York in the 1990s.4 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
What's really behind the NFL's offensive struggles through two weeks and how they can be fixed
"Taking what the defense gives you" isn't working out so well7 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games - What do we know so far?
Full details are expected to be released when the proposals are confirmed by the Commonwealth Games Federation.8 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Too hard to get Irish street signs approved - report
The Council of Europe report says Ulster-Scots speakers are also "in a very weak position" in NI.8 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Oversight board says it will help speed up projects to fix Puerto Rico's electric grid
A federal control board that oversees Puerto Rico’s finances says it will step in to help speed up projects to fix the island’s crumbling power grid as widespread outages persist11 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
O's DFA Kimbrel as ex-closer can't fix struggles
Craig Kimbrel's time with the Orioles could be coming to an end after the struggling team designated its former closer for assignment following the latest in a series of rough outings.12 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Could the "YIMBY" movement fix America's affordable housing shortage?
Some cities and states are throwing out single-family zoning to increase density and create more affordable housing.13 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Micah Parsons feels Cowboys defense can't worry about Lamar Jackson until fixing 'effort and technique' issues
Parsons expressed a sense of urgency for his defensive teammates to increase their intensity in Week 313 hours ago - NFL -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
NFL kickers might be too good now. Is it time for a rule change?
Twenty years ago, the 50-yard field was a less than 50-50 proposition. Today, they're almost automatic. Narrowing the uprights may be the right move.16 hours ago - NFL -
CBS News - Top stories
Why borrowers shouldn't wait for rate cuts to fix their debt
Interest rate cuts may not be worth waiting for if you're stuck with high-rate debt. Here's what to consider now.16 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.18 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
ABC News - Sports
So far so good for DeBoer and No. 4 Alabama, but Georgia and other big tests await
The first few games of Kalen DeBoer’s tenure at Alabama have gone off well enough to appease even fans spoiled by 17 years of domination under his predecessor Nick Saban19 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Why GTA Online Players Think Its New Anti-Cheat May Hint At GTA 5's Future
GTA Online was recently updated with new anti-cheat software, and some players think this move could be a sign that GTA 5 's PC port may be in for a serious upgrade. If you're a little confused ...19 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump Knows What He’s Doing in Springfield. So Does Vance.
When you start talking about people “poisoning the blood of our country,” this is where you end up. And it’s not over.21 hours ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Sports
Napier's plan to fix Florida is now bust, but the Gators aren't quite ready to fire him
Florida coach Billy Napier is on the verge of being fired23 hours ago - Florida -
ABC News - World
Dutch government led by hard right asks for formal opt-out from EU migration rules
The new Dutch government dominated by the far-right party of Geert Wilders has officially asked the European Union for an exemption from its migration obligations23 hours ago - Netherlands -
MarketWatch - Business
The U.S. economy is strong by one measure. Why the Fed is set to lower borrowing costs anyway.
A giddy Wall Street projects the Federal Reserve will dramatically reduce interest rates over the next year, even though the U.S. economy seems to be growing rapidly. Odd? Not at all, economists say.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Oil stares at a bleak future as China's economy sputters. The good news: A market 'bust' is unlikely
Lower oil prices were the dominant theme in Asia's largest oil conference. The question was not whether oil will go lower, but mostly by how much will it decline in the coming years.Yesterday - China -
The New York Times - Top stories
America’s Role in the World Is Hard. It Just Got Much Harder.
The explosion of wireless devices across Lebanon casts in sharp relief the challenges of U.S. foreign policy facing Kamala Harris or Donald Trump.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
The second-largest economy in the world just raised its retirement age. American workers should take notice.
The U.S. is facing a similar retirement crisis, and there’s no easy solution.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
The Panthers may have ruined Bryce Young. Will he ever recover?
Charles Robinson digs deep into what's going on in Carolina in the wake of the former No. 1 pick's benching and examines other prominent passers around the NFL.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Smart money remains on Glasgow being a temporary Commonwealth Games fix | Sean Ingle
Nobody cares to play host to exorbitant mid-tier event and organisers are running out of time to convince otherwise. The last time the Commonwealth Games was staged, two years ago in Birmingham, ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
The misleadingly named ‘Fix Our Forests Act’ would do anything but
The bill’s most significant feature is its sweeping rejection of applying the National Environmental Policy Act on forestry managementYesterday -
The Guardian - World
British-made Netflix shows most popular on platform so far in 2024
Fool Me Once, Baby Reindeer, Bridgerton and The Gentleman attracted combined 360m views in first six months, says CEO. Netflix has revealed that British-made shows have proved to be the most ...Yesterday - Netflix -
Inc. - Business
Why OUI the People's Founder Places So Much Value on Community
Founder Karen Young finds community drives product development.Yesterday -
ABC News - World
A Czech town faces hard recovery after massive flooding
Torrential rains have gone and flooding waters have been receding but residents of a Czech town are no mood to celebrateYesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Antonio Pierce says 'we've got to fix the Raiders' despite win over Ravens; here's how they can do it
Las Vegas earned a comeback victory, but Pierce said there's still a lot to work onYesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Retail sales rise again and show U.S. economy still on solid ground ahead of Fed rate cut
Sales at retailers rose slightly in August in a sign of resilience among U.S. households, suggesting the U.S. economy is still on solid footing as the Federal Reserve plots to cut interest rates.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
The Guardian - World
Here’s the real ‘enigma’ about Charlotte Owen: why we still take sexist gossip so seriously | Marina Hyde
OK, it’s not great to put a 29-year-old in the Lords – but trouser-rubbing ‘journalists’ spreading innuendo can’t back it up with a shred of evidence. Hello there. Today I would like to talk about ...2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Hard-right Dutch coalition will lay out priorities as leaders bicker
A speech by the Dutch king to lawmakers is laying out the new government’s policy plans for the coming year2 days ago - Netherlands -
Financial Times - Business
London’s ailing junior stock market cannot withstand a tax raid
Abolition of Aim would make it harder to stimulate investor interest in smaller companies2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
China’s ‘Silver Economy’ Is Thriving as Birthrate Plunges
The shrinking population poses threats to growth but has opened opportunities for businesses that serve seniors.2 days ago - China -
Financial Times - World
Want to fix UK prisons? Let the women out
Imprisonment is not obviously a good solution to drug addiction or for those who have been coerced into crime2 days ago - United Kingdom -
The New York Times - Tech
Do You Need a New iPhone? + Yuval Noah Harari’s A.I. Fears + Hard Fork Crimes Division
Welcome to our 100th episode!6 days ago