Why children in the U.S. are dying at far higher rates than in other wealthy countries
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Business - Financial Times
German far-right politician accused of using forced labour at Belarus farm
Allegations against Jörg Dornau are latest scandal to engulf AfD over links to authoritarian governmentsYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Relief and fear ahead of assisted dying bill vote
Activists on both sides of the debate are reacting to plans for the first vote on the issue in years.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
The week: Middle East, Tory conference & assisted dying
Adam, Chris and Alex wrap up the weekYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
MPs to get first vote on assisted dying for nine years
MPs will consider proposals to change the law so some terminally ill people can choose to end their life.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Far-right extremists flee from Telegram to SimpleX over privacy features
App that doesn’t require users’ emails or phone numbers secured over $1m in funding with help from Jack Dorsey. Some far-right extremists have fled Telegram for a new haven: SimpleX, a messaging ...2 days ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Tussle for Control of Korea Zinc Sends Shares Higher
Shares of the Seoul-based nonferrous-metal producer closed 8.8% higher, outperforming the benchmark Kospi’s 0.3% gain.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Antarctica is ‘greening’ at dramatic rate as climate heats
Analysis of satellite data finds plant cover has increased more than tenfold over the last few decades. Plant cover across the Antarctic peninsula has soared more than tenfold over the last few ...2 days ago - Climate -
World - Financial Times
EU countries set to greenlight tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles
Also in this newsletter: European governments ramp up evacuations from Lebanon2 days ago - European Union -
World - Financial Times
France’s Barnier bets on hardliner as ‘insurance policy’ against far right
Interior minister Bruno Retailleau promises immigration curbs similar to those of Marine Le Pen’s party2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Country music star Garth Brooks accused of sexual assault in civil lawsuit
Brooks, who previously filed lawsuit against hair and makeup artist, calls allegations false and intended to extort. A hair and makeup artist has accused the country singer Garth Brooks of sexual ...2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Why Skittles, Cheez-Its and other snacks could get more expensive with this $36 billion merger
Consumer advocate group says the merger between Mars and Kellanova would create yet another massive player in the food industry, restricting competition and giving the combined company more leeway ...2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Why mortgage rates rose after initially falling
Mortgage rates dropped after the Fed's interest rate cut announcement in September. Although rates appear to have slightly risen since dropping to a record two-year low, experts still believe they ...2 days ago - Mortgage -
Business - MarketWatch
Oil prices turn higher for the year on risks to crude flow in the Middle East
Oil futures finished higher for a third straight session on Thursday, prompting prices to turn higher for the year, as traders awaited Israel’s response to a missile barrage earlier this week by ...2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
10-year Treasury yield ends at highest level since August after better-than-expected ISM data
U.S. government debt sold off on Thursday, pushing 10- and 30-year yields to almost five-week closing highs, after data showed the economy’s services side grew last month and businesses remained ...2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
U.S. crude oil jumps as Biden comments on possible Israel retaliation against Iran
Supply disruption risks are increasing as fighting in the Middle East intensifies, according to analysts.2 days ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - BBC News
Wealthy socialite 'laundered £200m of crime cash'
James Stunt and four other men deny being behind a scheme to clean up "dirty" cash by buying gold.2 days ago -
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.2 days ago - Russia -
Business - Financial Times
MPs to get free vote on UK assisted dying bill
New legislation giving the terminally ill the choice to control their death to be tabled this month2 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
MPs to get historic vote on England and Wales assisted dying bill
Labour MP Kim Leadbeater says bill will give terminally ill adults choice and ensure stronger protections for loved ones. • Too many people have been condemned to die in misery and pain. My ...2 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. ticks up to 6.12%, first increase in 7 weeks
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose to 6.12% this week, the first increase in seven weeks2 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Sterling plunges more than 1% against the dollar, euro after Bank of England governor's comments on rates
Sterling was down 1.27% to $1.3098 at 12:30 p.m. in London.2 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
New NFL kickoff rules: Have they increased return rates and player safety so far?
Here's what we've learned after seeing the dramatic new special teams rules in action for a month.2 days ago - NFL -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Why has Jahan Dotson been a complete non-factor so far?
After watching Parris Campbell and John Ross compete for the 3rd outside receiver spot all summer, Howie Roseman knew it wasn't enough. So he shipped a 3rd-round pick to Washington for Jahan Dotson ...2 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Europe Expected to Approve Higher Tariffs on Electric Cars From China
The European Union is expected to support wielding tariffs on electric vehicles made in China, seeking to prevent unfair competition.2 days ago - China -
Politics - The Hill
Giuliani's daughter: ‘The biggest threat to our country is Trump’
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani's (R) daughter said she thinks the biggest threat to America is former President Trump. Caroline Giuliani has spoken out in recent days about her father’s ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - The New York Times
Tim Walz as a Harris Ally: Folksy, Factually Sloppy and Far Less Visible
The Minnesota governor has brought his charm to the campaign trail, but his debate was uneven and he has so far been scarcely seen on national television. His team says that may be changing.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
How remigration became a buzzword for global far right
Electoral success of parties in Germany and Austria backing mass deportation linked to the term’s growing use by mainstream politicians, say experts. They poured on to streets across Germany in the ...2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Jobless claims inch higher, but still no sign of major U.S. layoffs
The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits last week rose slightly to a minuscule 225,000, confirming that layoffs remain surprisingly low even though many companies have pulled ...2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Jets owner, as ambassador, fielded requests from wealthy businessmen
Woody Johnson repeatedly looped in ethics personnel when wealthy people from both sides of the Atlantic sought favors.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Gamechanger’ HIV prevention drug to be made available cheaply in 120 countries
Gilead Sciences announces deal to manufacture generic versions of lenacapavir, but critics say it excludes many countries where incidence is highest. . Cheaper versions of the “gamechanger” HIV ...2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
This Chart Explains Why the Stock Market Looks Healthier Than It’s Been in Years
An unusually large number of individual stocks in the S&P 500 surged in the third quarter, signaling a robust bull market.2 days ago -
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 ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Inflationary pressures are beginning to wane but not all central banks have taken action yet. See how this affects you3 days ago