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The Hill - Politics
GOP senator insults Arab American witness at hate crimes hearing
Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) told an Arab American witness that she should "hide [her] head in a bag" after repeatedly asking her if she supported Hamas and Hezbollah during a Tuesday congressional ...2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Map: New data shows how many Americans are going without homeowners insurance
One in 8 homeowners doesn’t have insurance, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2023 American Community Survey.2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The second-largest economy in the world just raised its retirement age. American workers should take notice.
The U.S. is facing a similar retirement crisis, and there’s no easy solution.2 days ago -
CBS News - Politics
Venezuela says 4th American arrested over alleged "plot" against Maduro
Venezuela said Tuesday it had arrested a fourth U.S. citizen over what it claims was a plot to assassinate President Nicolás Maduro in the aftermath of elections the opposition claims he stole.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Tech
Caroline Ellison, Star Witness in FTX Case, Should Receive Lenient Sentence, Prosecutors Signal
Ms. Ellison, Sam Bankman-Fried’s former girlfriend and a top executive in his empire, is set to be sentenced on Sept. 24 for her role in the collapse of the crypto exchange.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Hillary Clinton: Trump counting on Americans becoming 'desensitized' to 'outrageous' claims
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, the 2016 Democratic nominee for president, says former President Trump is counting on Americans to become “desensitized” to his “outrageous” falsehoods. ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - World
The lawyer for 3 Americans facing a death sentence over Congo coup attempt files appeal
Three Americans sentenced to death in Congo for a coup attempt have filed an appeal2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
'American Sports Story' re-examines the rise and fall of NFL star Aaron Hernandez
The latest installment of Ryan Murphy’s hit “American Story” franchise centers on the former football superstar who was convicted of murder in 2015.2 days ago - NFL -
NBC News - Top stories
Connie Chung talks facing doubt and being the only Asian American woman in the room
Asian American broadcast journalist Connie Chung appeared on TODAY, reflecting her 40 year career and encounters with racism and sexism.2 days ago -
ABC News - Sports
Solheim Cup victory illustrates promising future for American stars on LPGA: Analysis
Three of America's best players on the LPGA delivered on the biggest stage at the Solheim Cup2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez review – bleakly compelling tragedy
Ryan Murphy’s TV empire gets a new strand with a sharp look at the sad story of the NFL superstar turned murderer. Aaron Hernandez was football’s shooting star – the big, fast and tough receiver ...2 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
'Pig-Butchering' Scams Cost Americans Billions. This Lawyer Is Taking Them On.
Prosecutor Erin West has been one of the few to have any success against the overseas criminal networks perpetrating a new type of fraud.2 days ago -
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The Guardian - World
‘We don’t want golf just to be for retired guys … it’s for everyone’: Nigel Oddy of American Golf
A post-lockdown surge in interest in the sport should help diversify the clientele both on the greens and in golf shops, says the retail veteran. For most chief executives, a round on the golf ...2 days ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
'American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandez': How violence, drugs and football made a monster
Executive producers of the new FX series say it's not only the story of a notorious football player but also a 'mirror back to us as a country.'2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
What can revive the American starter home?
Only one-third of American families can afford a starter home in just 10 of the 100 largest cities in the U.S., CBS News found.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Starter homes increasingly out of reach for American families
Americans are increasingly unable to afford starter homes in many cities across the U.S. Among the problems, there's a shortage of about 5 million homes for sale or rent, and that's driving up ...3 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Starbucks's North American CEO Conway to Retire in November
The company said it won’t fill the North American CEO role and North American President Sara Trilling will continue to lead its retail operations.3 days ago