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HSBC Hong Kong joins China’s alternative to Swift global payments system

Direct participation in Cips system will mean faster settlements and help internationalise use of renminbi

Business - Financial Times - October 24

Vladimir Putin says no Brics plan to create alternative to Swift banking system

World - Yahoo News - October 25

Will Russia lead on an alternative to the dollar?

Vladimir Putin pitches an alternative to dollar to Brics partners

World - Financial Times - October 25

Harris Is Trying to Win Voters by Laying Out the Alternative

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Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Starbucks will stop charging extra for dairy alternatives

The change to Starbucks' policy could save some U.S. customers more than 10% on their drinks.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Hisense PX3-Pro Review: A Giant TV Alternative

This Dolby Vision–enabled laser projector is a cinematic solution for stylish living rooms.

Tech - Wired - November 11

How human composting offers alternatives to burial, cremation

Tom Harries, CEO and founder of Earth Funeral, explains the process of being turned into soil in about 30 days — and how your loved ones can then decide what to do with it.

Bluesky picking up steam as alternative to X

Social media platform Bluesky has seen a rise in users in recent weeks as an alternative to X, formerly known as Twitter. On Thursday, the platform reported more than a million users had signed up ...

Imperial Brands Upbeat on Outlook as Alternatives Continue to Grow

The tobacco manufacturer said it expected a strong fiscal 2025 on the back of continued revenue growth from tobacco alternatives such as vapes.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago

How Bluesky, Alternative to X and Facebook, Is Handling Growth

The fledgling social media site has been flooded with new users since the election. It hasn’t all been easy.

Tech - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Commanders turn to 'Taylor Swift' play to score touchdown

Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury revealed the team also has plays named after other pop stars.

Sports - ESPN - October 25

Taylor Swift arrives at Buccaneers-Chiefs on MNF

Swift is back at Arrowhead to support Travis Kelce and the Chiefs during "Monday Night Football"

Sports - ESPN - November 4

A swift election can end Germany’s political paralysis

The implosion of Olaf Scholz’s coalition is badly timed but inevitable

World - Financial Times - November 7

Welcome to the era of Donald Trump versus Taylor Swift

Donald Trump's victory in the 2020 election was aided by Mitch McConnell's refusal to convict him in his second impeachment trial, and Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris, which backfired ...

Politics - The Hill - November 8

Taylor Swift Fans Sue Ticketmaster for Price Gouging

Taylor Swift fans have accused Ticketmaster and its parent company of conspiring with third parties to inflate concert ticket prices in violation of a law originally meant to target organized crime.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

Putin calls for alternative international payment system at Brics summit

Russian president’s goal to de-dollarize world economy alarms members that do not want bloc to turn against west. Vladimir Putin has opened the expanded Brics summit by issuing a call for an ...

World - The Guardian - October 23

Putin’s alternative to ‘weaponised’ dollar fails to excite Brics partners

Russian president targets US financial dominance in struggle to reduce impact of sanctions

Business - Financial Times - October 24

BRICS Summit Offers a Glimpse Inside Putin’s Alternate Reality

At a meeting of emerging economies, Vladimir Putin positioned himself as a respected and powerful leader, ignoring the condemnation he receives from the West.

World - The New York Times - October 26

Cruise lines are having a moment as a popular — and cheaper — alternative to hotels

The pricing gap between cruises and land-based lodging is even wider than it appears, according to UBS.

Business - CNBC - October 27

Cruise lines are having a moment as a popular — and cheaper — alternative to hotels

The demand for cruises is still going strong — and it doesn’t appear to be letting up anytime soon.

'The Simpsons' will be part of Monday Night Football alternate broadcast on Dec. 9

Bart and Homer Simpson, meet “Monday Night Football.”

Sports - ABC News - October 28

US calls on Israel to tackle ‘catastrophic humanitarian crisis’ in Gaza

Failure to help improve the situation on the ground could be met by restrictions on US military aid. Middle East live: latest updates Israel is not addressing the “catastrophic humanitarian ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Harris will offer an alternative to Trump-era politics in closing argument speech

Vice President Kamala Harris has eroded Donald Trump's polling lead since taking over the Democratic ticket from Biden, but the race remains a dead heat.

Business - CNBC - October 29

'The Simpsons' will be part of Monday Night Football alternate broadcast on Dec. 9

Bart and Homer Simpson, meet “Monday Night Football.”

Entertainment - ABC News - October 28

‘There is no alternative’: Israel’s ban on vital Unrwa services will be a catastrophe for Gaza

Israel’s anti-Unrwa legislation will sever aid to 2.3 million people, unless Benjamin Netanyahu can be convinced to veto it. Bin bags were piling up at one end of the chaotic main thoroughfare in ...

World - The Guardian - November 2

The west must outdo rival efforts to build an alternative financial system

Technological and geopolitical competition between democracies and autocracies are two sides of the same coin

World - Financial Times - November 3

Yankees Notes: Deadline on Aaron Boone's option, Gleyber Torres alternatives

Yankees GM Brian Cashman addresses the deadline for the club to pick up the option on manager Aaron Boone's contract for the 2025 MLB season and what options they have at second base with Gleyber ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 6

Conservatives abandon Speaker Johnson challenger for alternative protest strategy

Hardline conservatives are abandoning their plan to nominate a challenger to Speaker Mike Johnson's (R-La.) bid for the gavel during Wednesday's internal House GOP elections, opting for a different ...

Politics - The Hill - November 13

How human composting is offering a new alternative to burial and cremation

Most people choose burial or cremation, but human composting is becoming a popular alternative. Tom Harries, CEO of Earth Funeral, explains how it works and why it's different.

Biden administration offers alternatives for Colorado River’s long-term operations

Biden administration officials on Wednesday announced several potential alternatives for the Colorado River's long-term management, as the expiration date for the current rules approaches. ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Before Taylor Swift show in New Orleans, a homeless encampment is forced to move

Louisiana officials have begun moving a homeless encampment near the Superdome in New Orleans, days before three weekend concerts by Taylor Swift

Entertainment - ABC News - October 23

Washington Commanders scored a touchdown on a play called 'Taylor Swift'

One of the Washington Commanders' touchdowns in their game last week came on a play called “Taylor Swift.”

Sports - ABC News - October 24

‘It’s astonishing:’ Fetterman likens Trump’s impact in Pennsylvania to Taylor Swift

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman (D) said former President Trump’s impact on the state was “astonishing” in a Saturday interview with the New York Times. "Anybody spends time driving around, and ...

Politics - The Hill - October 26

"Mornings Memory": Taylor Swift reflects on her rise to fame

In today's "Mornings Memory," we revisit Taylor Swift's 2014 interview with Gayle King, where she shared insights into her life and career just as her stardom skyrocketed.

Hugh Grant recalls getting 'smashed' with Travis Kelce at a Taylor Swift concert

Hugh Grant says he got 'absolutely smashed' doing tequila shots with Taylor Swift's boyfriend, Travis Kelce, during a summer concert at Wembley Stadium.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 29

The shocking death of Karen Swift, her husband's trial and the search for answers

Karen Swift's death rocked the town of Dyersburg, Tennessee, in October 2011, and her husband David was charged in her death 11 years later.

Taylor Swift Fans Are Leaving X for Bluesky After Trump’s Election

Swifties say they’re leaving X over Elon Musk’s support of Donald Trump—and the rhetoric that has erupted on the platform following Trump’s win.

Tech - Wired - November 8

Taylor Swift arrives in style for Chiefs-Broncos game at Arrowhead Stadium

Taylor Swift is back at Arrowhead Stadium for the second time in a week to cheer on boyfriend Travis Kelce as he and the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Denver Broncos.

Morning Report — Trump, GOP Congress aim for swift governing start

In today's issue: While the Democratic Party searches for its black box buried under an election crash site, Senate and House Republicans are celebrating with President-elect Trump and plotting ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

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