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Gallego and Lake go on the offensive during only Arizona Senate debate
In the first and only face-to-face debate for the Arizona Senate race Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego and Republican former gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake traded jabs.38 minutes ago -
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Hurricane Milton live updates: Monster storm pummels Florida after landfall
Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday night as a Category 3 hurricane on Florida's west coast near Siesta Key.59 minutes ago - Florida -
World - ABC News
With roads often blocked by rebels in Congo, boats — the only alternative — have become death traps
The overcrowded boat that capsized in eastern Congo last week killed eight members of Serge Nzonga’s family along with 70 others2 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
Nima Rinji Sherpa Becomes Youngest Climber to Summit 14 Highest Mountains
Nima Rinji Sherpa’s achievement highlights the role of Sherpas in an activity where they shoulder much of the risk but receive little glory.2 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
How we met: ‘We have lots of friends. We have a naked dinner with a pool party once a month’
Kevin and Harold, both 71, met at a bar in St Louis in 1991. They fell in love and now live together in Palm Springs, California. In 1991, Kevin was living in St Louis, Missouri, working as a ...3 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Suspected attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels target ship in Red Sea
A series of suspected attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels have targeted a ship in the Red Sea3 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
This Tory leadership ballot suits nobody, only perhaps Keir Starmer
Even Labour will not benefit from one of two rightwing contenders taking Conservatives off on a strange journey3 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Use This 7-Step Formula to Become a Master of Influence and Impact
Remember: It’s not the fake smile or practiced speech that creates the lasting allure of true influence.4 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘I felt like Achilles in a hard hat’: an extract from Boris Johnson’s ‘alternative’ memoir | Ian Martin
Unleashed, the former PM’s account of his days in office, is published today. But other versions of the truth are also available …. Ian Martin is a comedy writer whose credits include The Thick of ...5 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Portugal seeks to become low-tax haven for young people
Centre-right government bets on 10 years of tax breaks to stop brain drain8 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Nobel Prize in chemistry honors 3 scientists who used AI to design proteins — life's building blocks
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has awarded the Nobel Prize in chemistry to David Baker, Demis Hassabis and John Jumper who discovered powerful techniques to predict and even design novel ...11 hours ago -
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Does the US have the money to respond to Milton?
Some Republicans claim the White House is prioritising funding for foreign countries over hurricane victims – what are the facts?11 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Will elimination of National Letter of Intent have an impact on college football recruiting?
How the NCAA eliminating the National Letter of Intent will affect the sport's landscape12 hours ago -
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The two forces at work on Biden-Netanyahu phone call
The US fears getting dragged into a war with Iran, while some Israelis want to deal it a body blow, Jeremy Bowen writes.13 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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A Florida man riding out Hurricane Milton on his boat alarms TikTok and local officials
As Hurricane Milton barrels towards Tampa, a Florida man dubbed Lieutenant Dan on TikTok has captured the attention of local officials and the internet.15 hours ago - Florida -
Sports - The New York Times
A Goalie and His Painkiller Addiction: ‘Tramadol Should Have Killed Me.’
Chris Kirkland, who played for England and Liverpool, opens up about piecing his life back together.15 hours ago -
Sports - ABC News
College football picks: Time is not on visitor's side so far on long road trips in Big Ten
No. 2 Ohio State at No. 3 Oregon is an even matchup on paper15 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Get A Highly Rated Steam Deck Docking Station For Only $24
One of the best-rated third-party Steam Deck docking stations, the JSAUX Docking Station , is getting a big discount at Amazon. You can pick up the accessory for just $24 (was $40), but the deal ...16 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
What Netanyahu should have conveyed to the international community at the UN
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at the UN was criticized for its lack of strategic vision and its focus on the hostage situation in Gaza, which has resulted in the deaths of 51 ...17 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
More than 100 raccoons besiege house of woman who had been feeding them
The woman, who has not been named, near Poulsbo, Washington, called the county sheriff, who sent deputies. Feeding wild raccoons around her home had seemed harmless enough, if odd, for one woman in ...17 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Supreme Court appears split on Oklahoma death row inmate’s fate
The Supreme Court appeared split over an Oklahoma death row inmate’s latest bid for freedom during arguments Wednesday, leaving his fate uncertain. Richard Glossip was convicted and sentenced to ...18 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Manny Machado becoming a playoff villain shouldn't surprise Sox fans
Red Sox fans know all too well about Manny Machado pushing boundaries at the expense of his opponents, writes John Tomase.18 hours ago - MLB -
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'No closure' for family without wider inquiry into Bayoh death
Sheku Bayoh's family want the inquiry to investigate the Crown Office decision not to bring any prosecutions over the case.18 hours ago -
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Why Milton could become one of the most destructive hurricanes on record
When Hurricane Milton reaches Florida's Gulf Coast on Wednesday, the immense and powerful storm could generate “life-threatening” storm surge of up to 15 feet.21 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Florida Republican suggests Greene have ‘head examined’ over hurricane claims
Florida Republican Rep. Carlos A. Gimenez suggested Wednesday that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) should have her “head examined” after she claimed humans can control the weather. “Humans ...21 hours ago - Florida -
Top stories - The New York Times
After Floods, Soaring Insurance Rates Become a Hot Election Issue
Few states elect their insurance commissioners. But in North Carolina, a proposed 42 percent rate hike and Hurricane Helene have raised the stakes in the upcoming election.21 hours ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Movie Review: How did Trump become Trump? ‘The Apprentice’ has a theory
Until about a month ago, “The Apprentice” didn’t even have a distributor21 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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Jessica Campbell becomes first ever female assistant NHL coach
Jessica Campbell became the first ever female assistant coach in the history of the NHL after making her debut behind the bench for the Seattle Kraken as they took on the St. Louis Blues in the ...23 hours ago - NHL -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Hernández: Dodgers' miscalculations with starting pitching have put their season in peril
Despite the Dodgers' successes this season, it was clear starting pitching would be their biggest weak point in the postseason, and it's definitely showing.Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Big Ten has become a landing zone for transfer quarterbacks
The days of wooing a high school quarterback, signing him to a national letter of intent and then having him around for five years have declined drastically.Yesterday -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Paris Hilton Expands Her Walmart Offerings With a New Handbag Line
A new line of handbags expands the offerings of her brand at the big-box chain. Plus, rare Birkenstocks and a pink suit you may have seen.4 days ago -