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Kenya deputy president in hospital ahead of impeachment vote - lawyer

World - Yahoo News - October 17

Texas Supreme Court Halts Execution in Shaken Baby Case

Robert Roberson had been set to be executed on Thursday night for the death of his 2-year-old child. But after a bipartisan intervention by Texas lawmakers, the Supreme Court issued a stay.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 18

Venezuela Ousts Electoral Board Dissenter Ahead of 2025 Vote

World - Yahoo News - October 17

Japan’s Inflation Slows for First Time Since April Ahead of BOJ

World - Yahoo News - October 18

Moldova Says Russia Backing Sabotage Efforts Ahead of Vote

World - Yahoo News - October 18

Harris responds to new polling that shows Trump ahead among male voters

With just 18 days before the election, Vice President Harris responded to new NBC News polling that shows former President Trump with a double-digit lead among male voters. NBC's Peter Alexander ...

Politics - NBC News - October 18

Cramer's week ahead: Earnings from Boeing, Tesla, IBM and T-Mobile

CNBC's Jim Cramer named the big earnings reports to keep an eye on next week, including numbers from Boeing, Tesla, IBM and General Motors.

Business - CNBC - October 18

Celtics waive Lonnie Walker IV ahead of season opener: Report

The Celtics have waived Lonnie Walker IV, per reports. Here's what that means for Boston's roster and Walker going forward.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 19

Harris says Trump is 'cruel' as she spotlights abortion restrictions in Georgia during early voting

Vice President Kamala Harris says Republican former President Donald Trump was “cruel” for how he talked about the grieving family of a Georgia mother who died after waiting 20 hours for a hospital ...

Entertainment - ABC News - October 19

Warriors waive three players ahead of 2024-25 season opener

The Golden State Warriors' roster for the 2024-25 NBA season is set ahead of their game against the Trail Blazers on Wednesday in Portland.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 19

Two generations of family speak about their IVF treatment ahead of film Joy

A family who struggled to conceive over two generations speak of their journey to have babies.

Here are the 5 things that could move the stock market in the week ahead

Earnings drove the stock market higher — can they do it again in the next week?

Business - CNBC - October 20

Keir Starmer flies into controversy and Japan goes to the polls

Samoa hosts Commonwealth heads of government meeting, IMF reports on global growth and Japan holds snap election

World - Financial Times - October 20

Pentagon chief visits Ukraine in show of support ahead of U.S. election

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin visited Ukraine on Monday, in a show of solidarity with Kyiv just two weeks ahead of a U.S. presidential election that is casting uncertainty over the future of ...

World Series ticket prices soaring ahead of Yankees-Dodgers matchup

The matchup between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers has fans clamoring for World Series tickets, and that means prices are soaring.

UK capital gains tax receipts surge ahead of Budget

Revenue rises 16.3% between July and September as investors rush to get ahead of expected rate increase

Business - Financial Times - October 22

Cybersecurity chief debunks voter fraud concerns ahead of Election Day

As Election Day approaches, a CBS News poll reveals doubts about election integrity, especially among Trump supporters. Jen Easterly, the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security ...

Politics - CBS News - October 22

Intelligence community expecting intensified foreign influence efforts ahead of election

The National Intelligence Council released a security update warning Americans about foreign election interference on Tuesday. “Foreign actors — particularly Russia, Iran, and China — remain ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

DC warns of potential for violence and election uncertainty ahead of Jan. 6

Federal and local law enforcement and officials in Washington, D.C. are preparing to ensure a safe and peaceful transfer of power on January 6 and Inauguration Day.

Chinese smartphone companies tout AI features ahead of Apple Intelligence launch

Chinese smartphone companies are rolling out artificial intelligence features for local users, adding pressure on Apple.

Business - CNBC - October 23

U.S.-Mexico cross-border trucking traffic hits a record ahead of election

Trucking data shows that cross-border trade between Mexico and the U.S. has reached a record this year, with heavy cargo volumes headed to U.S. retailers.