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The EU thought it had a new migration plan. But as leaders gather, it may be too little, too late
European Union leaders will use a summit Thursday to seek ways to make the bloc a more hostile destination for migrants and asylum seekers18 minutes ago -
World - ABC News
China's leader makes rare visit to province facing Taiwan following major war exercises
China’s President Xi Jinping has made a rare visit to a province facing Taiwan, following military exercises mobilizing China’s navy, air force, missile force and land troops to simulate a blockade ...6 hours ago - China -
World - Financial Times
World’s biggest gambling hub rolls dice on new China-backed leader
Former top judge Sam Hou Fai has criticised ‘wild’ expansion of Macau’s gaming sector8 hours ago -
Sports - ABC News
Kansas City Chiefs owner backs kicker Harrison Butker's new PAC supporting 'traditional values'
Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt says he has no issue with kicker Harrison Butker forming a political action committee designed to encourage Christians to vote for “traditional values.”13 hours ago - NFL -
World - The Guardian
More EU leaders expected to back calls for offshore asylum centres
Migration to dominate summit as four people including two toddlers die after falling from crowded speedboat off Kos. A growing number of European leaders are expected to back calls for offshore ...16 hours ago - European Union -
World - ABC News
Moscow and Beijing announce further cooperation during international group meeting in Pakistan
Leaders and top officials from an international group founded to counter Western alliances have met in Pakistan’s capital, with Moscow and Beijing announcing they will boost cooperation18 hours ago - Pakistan -
Tech - GameSpot
Disney World's New Line-Skipping Service Charges Up To $450 Per Day
It seems like it's been a long time since Disney allowed users to utilize a free FastPass to skip the lines. Now, Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass are the primary options ...19 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
New Astro Bot Speedrun Levels Start Rolling Out Thursday
Astro Bot developer Team Asobi has announced the launch dates for its new--and free-- bundle of speedrunning levels . The first one, Building Speed, will be available starting October 17 and will ...20 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Monsoon flooding closes schools and offices in India's southern IT hubs
Schools, colleges and government offices have shut in parts of southern India as heavy monsoon rains triggered severe flooding22 hours ago -
Tech - VentureBeat
Node.vc raises $77.3M for new fund backed by 70 Nordic entrepreneurs
Node.vc has raised $77.3 million, or €71 million, for a new fund that is backed by 70 Nordic entrepreneurs.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Pandas from China seen exploring new home at DC Zoo
Bao Li and Qing Bao travelled nearly 9,000 miles to the US as the 'panda diplomacy' between both countries resumes.Yesterday - China -
Top stories - NBC News
A traditional Mexican family restaurant, and a welcoming LGBTQ hub
Café Ollín in New York's Harlem neighborhood has become a social media and community presence after a family member took the small restaurant in a new direction.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
The U.S. economy’s biggest threat? China’s clean energy push.
As China ramps up its renewable-energy production, the U.S. risks becoming dependent on outdated energy sources.Yesterday - China -
World - The Guardian
Von der Leyen to ask EU leaders to explore using ‘return hubs’ for migrants
European Commission president cites Italy-Albania deal as possible model for reducing irregular arrivals to Europe. The European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, has called for an ...Yesterday - European Union -
Top stories - The New York Times
The Flood-Protection Rule That Trump Rolled Back
A Trump-era rollback of flood-protection rules has left critical infrastructure projects at higher risk, experts say.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Business - The New York Times
Paris Is Rising as an Art Market Hub, With Some Way Left to Go
Sotheby’s opened a new salesroom and international collectors are arriving for the inaugural Art Basel Paris fair. But visiting is one thing; buying is another.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
New pair of pandas arrives from China to Washington after 11-month hiatus
Bao Li and Qing Bao head to National Zoo quelling fears that diplomatic strains could threaten popular panda program. The US National Zoo’s long dark panda drought seems to be coming to an end.. ...Yesterday - China -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
New York Times to Bezos-Backed AI Startup: Stop Using Our Stuff
Publisher demands that Perplexity stop accessing its content. Startup isn’t interested “in being anyone’s antagonist,” CEO says.Yesterday - New York -
Top stories - NBC News
Two new giant pandas set to arrive at National Zoo from China
Nearly a year after the Smithsonian National Zoo’s resident giant pandas were returned to China, two new arrivals are set to begin their 10-year stay in Washington, D.C. NBC’s Tom Costello reports ...Yesterday - China -
Tech - VentureBeat
League of Legends World Championship will air in IMAX Wanda theaters in China
The League of Legends 2024 World Championship will be shown via IMAX in the Wanda chain of theaters in China.2 days ago - China -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
Google Backs New Nuclear Plants to Power AI
Startup Kairos Power plans to build small reactors to help supply electricity to the tech company’s data centers.2 days ago - Google -
Top stories - BBC News
New Zealand bowl Pakistan out for 56 to make T20 World Cup semis
Watch all the wickets as New Zealand bowl Pakistan out for 56 to book their place in the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup.2 days ago - World Cup -
World - Financial Times
Gambling stocks hit by fears of UK Budget tax grab
Ladbrokes owner Entain falls 8% while Flutter loses 6%2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - BBC News
New Zealand into T20 World Cup semis after Pakistan all out for 56
New Zealand beat Pakistan by 54 runs to reach their first Women's T20 World Cup semi-final since 2016.2 days ago - World Cup -
Business - Financial Times
Don’t bet on a taxing outcome for UK gambling companies
Fears that money would flow from the regulated sector has long deterred action against the industry2 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
America’s Cup: New Zealand take 4-0 lead but Ainslie backs British recovery
New Zealand continue dominance in first-to-seven series Emirates Team hope to win trophy for third time in a row A fast start and a close-run first leg will give the British crew hope they are ...2 days ago - New Zealand -
Sports - ESPN
Larson rolls to Charlotte win, advances in playoffs
Kyle Larson raced to his Cup Series-high sixth victory of the season Sunday to easily advance to the third round of NASCAR's playoffs, winning on the hybrid road course/oval at Charlotte Motor ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Pakistan roll the dice and gamble on spin trio for second Test with England
Hosts drop regulars and bring in veteran spinners in the hope the Multan pitch used last week will turn this time . “There is no change in the approach,” insisted Azhar Mahmood, Pakistan’s ...2 days ago - Pakistan -
World - ABC News
Polish democracy leader Lech Walesa says a Trump victory would be a 'misfortune' for the world
Polish democracy champion and former President Lech Walesa says a victory by Republican Donald Trump in this year’s U.S. presidential election would be a “misfortune” for the world2 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - The New York Times
China Holds War Games Encircling Taiwan in Warning to Island’s Leader
Scores of Chinese aircraft and dozens of ships surrounded Taiwan, after President Lai Ching-te rejected Beijing’s claim over the island.2 days ago - China -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
U.K. Gambling Stocks Fall on Reports of New Industry Taxes
Shares in Evoke, Entain, Flutter Entertainment and Rank Group tumbled on the back of the reports, which suggest that the U.K. government is aiming to raise up to $3.9 billion from the sector.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - BBC News
China 'punishes' Taiwan president remarks with new drills
Beijing says the exercise involved all parts of the military and simulates a full-scale attack on its neighbour.2 days ago - China -
Business - CNBC
Macao's next leader wants to wean its economy off gambling
Slated to become Macao's leader, Sam Hou Fai says he will continue to steer its economy away from gaming and gambling.2 days ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Starbucks Scales Back Discounts Under New CEO
Brian Niccol, the company’s new chief executive, is aiming to improve cafe operations and focus more on selling premium coffee while promoting seasonal drinks.2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Macao's former top judge is chosen as the Chinese casino hub's first leader born in mainland China
Macao’s former top judge has been chosen the Chinese casino hub’s next leader3 days ago - China -
Sports - ABC News
England gets back to winning ways but interim coach Carsley says team needs a 'world class' manager
After three wins from four games as England interim coach, Lee Carsley has appeared to distance himself from taking on the job full time3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
BBC World Service retreat ‘helping Russia and China push propaganda’
BBC director-general Tim Davie to warn world facing ‘all-out assault on truth’ as state-funded media operators broadcast unchallenged. The BBC director-general will warn that the retreat of its ...3 days ago - China