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World - The Guardian
Middle East crisis live: more explosions overnight in Beirut after Israel demands new evacuations
UN condemns ‘totally unacceptable’ civilian death toll in Lebanon; Biden cautions Israel over retaliation against Iran . Living in Lebanon: how have you been affected by the recent violence? ...2 hours ago - Israel -
Top stories - CBS News
North Carolina's massive cleanup efforts underway more than a week after Helene
Towns like Marshall, North Carolina, positioned next to the French Broad River, are working to clean up the mud caused by Hurricane Helene flooding. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez ...6 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Gang Attack in Haiti Leaves 70 People Dead
The assault took place in a key agricultural region, which has seen a surge in gang violence.9 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Death toll reaches more than 200 in US states hit by hurricane
Torrential rain and mudslides in inland regions leave many unaccounted for in remote communities10 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Athletics GM David Forst claims payroll will increase this offseason as team relocates to Sacramento
The A's had the lowest Opening Day payroll in MLB last season and have no guaranteed money on the books10 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Biden discourages Israel from striking Iran's oil industry, crude posts best week in more than year
Though oil prices have surged this week on geopolitical tensions, they have risen from a low baseline.11 hours ago - Joe Biden -
World - The New York Times
Russia and Syria Silent on Reported Strike Near Russian Base in Syria
A weapons facility near a Russian air base in a coastal Syrian city was destroyed on Thursday, according to a monitoring group.11 hours ago - Russia -
Politics - The Hill
California regroups after Newsom veto
The Hill's weekly technology news digest. {beacon} Friday, October 4, 2024 LEADING THE DAY Newsom AI veto likely to stand Image © AP California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) this week vetoed perhaps ...11 hours ago - California -
Top stories - The New York Times
A Strong Jobs Report Suggests the Economy Is More Resilient Than We Thought
After months of wobbling, a fresh jobs report showed that hiring and wage growth are strong, aligning with other robust economic data.12 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
A Strong Jobs Report Suggests the Economy Is More Resilient Than We Thought
After months of wobbling, a fresh jobs report showed that hiring and wage growth are strong, aligning with other robust economic data.12 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Medicare’s $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket drug expenses will actually cost most members more money
Companies will be looking for ways to offset the cost of the drug cap, says author Philip Moeller, so look for other changes in Part D plans.13 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
More than 100 people missing after being forced off boats in Djibouti
Nearly 50 people dead and 108 unaccounted for after smugglers apparently force passengers into the water. More than 100 people are still missing after smugglers apparently forced migrants to leave ...14 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Kirk Cousins threw for more passing yards in Falcons' win than one NFL team has all season
Cousins has more passing yards in a game than this team has in four15 hours ago - NFL -
Top stories - CBS News
New jobs report stronger than expected, signaling more potential interest rate cuts this year
The second-to-last jobs report before Election Day was just released and it shows stronger than expected numbers that could signal more federal interest rate cuts. CBS News contributor Javier David ...15 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
More women are working than ever before, but they're still doing most of the care-giving at home
There are almost two million more women aged 24 to 54 in the U.S. labor force than there were five years ago, hitting an all-time high in May of this year. By and large, this is due to impacts of ...16 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Stopping the great AI energy squeeze will need more than data centres
Innovative solutions require joined up government, which is currently in short supply19 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - CBS News
Lebanon says 2,000 killed in Israel's escalating assault on Hezbollah
Israel says massive strikes hit Hezbollah's intel unit in Beirut, as Lebanon puts the toll from two weeks of spiraling violence over 2,000.20 hours ago - Israel -
World - The New York Times
Blasts Shake Beirut as Israel Targets Remaining Hezbollah Leaders, Officials Say
Israeli officials said warplanes bombed an underground bunker where senior Hezbollah officials were meeting, including the presumed successor to the group’s recently assassinated leader.21 hours ago - Israel -
World - ABC News
A gang in Haiti has killed more than 20 and injured dozens after raiding a small town, official says
Gang members have attacked a small town in central Haiti and killed killing more than 20 people, including children, according to a human rights groupYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Moment giant explosions seen near Beirut airport
Footage appears to show the blasts close to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Everytown to invest more than $2M in community violence intervention programs
Everytown for Gun Safety Fund will invest more than $2 million in community violence intervention programs in an effort to address gun violence across the nation. The investment, announced ...Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
OpenAI gets $4 billion revolving credit line, giving it more than $10 billion in liquidity
On top of its latest funding round, OpenAI has put a $4 billion revolving credit line in place — bringing its total liquidity to more than $10 billion.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Fever’s Caitlin Clark is near-unanimous choice for WNBA’s Rookie of the Year
Indiana star receives 66 of 67 votes after historic year Chicago’s Angel Reese picks up other first-place vote Caitlin Clark has been named the WNBA Rookie of the Year in a near-unanimous vote, ...Yesterday -
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.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Review: 'The Outrun,' Saoirse Ronan tale of alcoholism and rehab, feels more like montage than movie
Saoirse Ronan and the strong cast of 'The Outrun' can't quite save what could have been a gripping drama about a young woman's return home and first steps toward recovery.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
Judge Blocks California’s Deepfake Crackdown Law
Judge John A. Mendez said AI and deepfakes pose significant risks, but the contentious law likely violates the First Amendment.Yesterday - California -
Business - Financial Times
Anglo American chief says not ‘inevitable’ buyer will emerge after group slims down
Wanblad plays down prospects of new bid after failed BHP takeover attemptYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
UK hands back Chagos Islands - but will keep military base
In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands to Mauritius - after decades of often fractious negotiations.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
World - The New York Times
In Israel, Rosh Hashana Is More Bitter Than Sweet
On Rosh Hashana, many Israelis longed for a return to normalcy after a year of escalating wars for the country.Yesterday - Israel -
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.Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Eurozone house prices rise for first time in more than a year
Annual increase of 1.3% in second quarter points to gradual recovery of region’s housing marketYesterday -
Tech - Wired
As Wildfires Rage, California’s Insurance Market Is in Crisis
Providers are offering fewer and fewer policies because of costlier climate-fueled fires, homeowners moving into riskier areas, and outdated regulation of the insurance industry.Yesterday - California -
Top stories - NBC News
Hurricane Helene death toll nears 200, deadliest since Katrina
The devastating impact of Hurricane Helene is still being felt across the South as the death toll rises to nearly 200. Communities across the region continue to struggle without vital supplies like ...Yesterday -
Tech - Wired
License Plate Readers Are Creating a US-Wide Database of More Than Just Cars
From Trump campaign signs to Planned Parenthood bumper stickers, license plate readers around the US are creating searchable databases that reveal Americans’ political leanings and more.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Estate planning has become more urgent for rich people as the election nears. That’s why tax laws need fixing, critics say.
Wealthy families’ focus on the estate tax is fodder for critics of the U.S. tax system and a preview of the fierce debate coming when the Trump tax cuts sunset.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Wildfires are burning through humanity’s carbon budget, study shows
Forests around world being changed from carbon sinks into carbon sources, making it harder to slow global heating. Wildfires are burning through the carbon budget that humans have allocated ...Yesterday -
Top stories - ABC News
Maui officials reveal the cause of deadly Lahaina wildfire
A report from the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives found that broken power lines caused the deadly August 2023 wildfire in Maui.2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Nico Collins leads the NFL by more than 100 receiving yards, on record pace
Texans wide receiver Nico Collins had a breakout season last year, blowing away his previous career highs in catches, yards and touchdowns.2 days ago - NFL