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Nurse’s death linked to approved weight-loss drug
Susan McGowan from North Lanarkshire died two weeks after taking the drug tirzepatide, brand name Mounjaro.Top stories - BBC News - November 8 -
Thames Water wins bondholder approval for £3bn emergency loan
Three-quarters of top ranking lenders approve expensive plan to avert cash crunchBusiness - Financial Times - November 13 -
Government admits new oil field approved unlawfully
Climate campaigners are bringing a legal case they hope will halt drilling at two huge fossil fuel projects.Top stories - BBC News - November 13 -
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Trump's approval rating at 54 percent as president-elect
A slight majority of registered voters approve of the job President-elect Trump is doing leading up to his second White House administration, according to a new poll. A Harvard CAPS/Harris poll ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Premier League clubs approve changes to APT rules
A majority of Premier League clubs approve changes to rules governing commercial deals.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
While legalizing marijuana is in limbo, FDA clears a PTSD study that could boost cannabis stocks over time
The move marks a rare action by the FDA to sanction a study on cannabis despite the plant’s current Schedule I classification under federal law as a drug with no therapeutic use, in the same ...Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday -
53 percent approve of Trump plans: Pew survey
More than half of the country approves of President-elect Trump’s plans and policies for his upcoming second term in the White House, according to a Pew Research Center survey released Friday. The ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Texas board approves Bible curriculum option in public schools
The Texas Board of Education voted Friday to implement its new K-5 curriculum that calls for expanding Bible teachings in classrooms.Top stories - ABC News - Yesterday -
Should smartphones be banned in schools?
Research has shown a link between social media apps and eating disorders, depression and anxiety among young peopleWorld - Financial Times - November 12 -
Israel's Strikes on Iran, While Measured, Push Region Deeper Into a Dangerous Era
Israel’s attack on Iran—the most serious military strike on Iranian soil in decades—was calibrated to avoid prompting an escalatory response, but it also moved the two foes deeper into a direct ...World - The Wall Street Journal - October 26 -
Iran’s supreme leader signals measured response to Israel’s attack
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei tries to balance domestic expectations with risk of escalating regional conflictBusiness - Financial Times - October 27 -
George Williams dazzles as England gain a measure of revenge over Samoa
England 34-18 Samoa Hosts excel in Rugby League World Cup rematch The marketing gurus had billed this autumn series between England and Samoa as a chance for revenge given what happened in an ...World - The Guardian - October 27 -
Measured Comments From Israel and Iran on New Round of Strikes
Israel’s prime minister said Israeli airstrikes on Iran had achieved their goals, and Iranian officials did not threaten retaliation.World - The New York Times - October 27 -
A Final Week of Campaigning, and Measured Words After Airstrikes on Iran
Plus, hear a long-lost Chopin waltz.Top stories - The New York Times - October 28 -
Most in Oregon opposed to measure creating universal basic income: Poll
A poll conducted by the Public Policy Polling firm shows that 54% of Oregon voters oppose a state effort to provide every Oregonian with $1,600 a year in basic income, citing potential negative ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Reeves’ Budget measures risk hitting ‘working people’, analysts say
Some businesses will struggle with tax rises alongside a higher minimum wage and new labour lawsWorld - Financial Times - October 29 -
Fight intensifies over Florida ballot measure that would guarantee abortion rights
Next week, Florida voters will decide whether to enshrine abortion rights in the state's constitution, through a ballot measure that's opposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.Top stories - ABC News - October 30 -
Aly & AJ on pushing for gun control measures ahead of 2024 election
As the 2024 election approaches, Aly & AJ reflect on surviving a mass shooting and why they're pushing for an assault weapons ban.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
Rio courtroom may see belated measure of justice for murdered Marielle Franco
The high-profile city councillor was gunned down with her driver in 2018 – now two of her confessed killers go on trial. It was not even 10pm and the football match she was watching on TV had still ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
What Data Shows About Late Abortions as States Prepare to Vote on Measures
Both sides are trying to make their opponents sound extreme. Here is what studies and data show about when and why abortions happen later in pregnancy.Top stories - The New York Times - October 31 -
A key inflation measure drops to 2.1%. Here's the interest rate impact.
The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index eased to a 2.1% annual rate in September, close to the Fed's target.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
Election 2024: The 29 Ballot Measures You Need to Know About
From minimum wage changes to tax tweaks, here’s a look at the ballot measures that matter most to entrepreneurs.Business - Inc. - November 1 -
Voters will decide on nearly 150 ballot measures. Here are the ones to watch.
Voters across the country are set to decide on nearly 150 ballot measures next week that will shape the future of a wide variety of policy issues in their states.Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
Florida ballot measures would legalize marijuana and protect abortion rights
Florida voters are deciding whether to protect abortion rights and legalize marijuanaTop stories - ABC News - November 5 -
Competing abortion proposals highlight a record number of ballot measures in Nebraska
Nebraska has a record number of petition-initiated measures on the ballot, including two competing ones pertaining to abortion abortion rightsHealth - ABC News - November 5 -
Antarctic ozone hole measures seventh smallest size in decades
The recent improvement is the result of declining chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
Officials ramping up security measures for Election Day in North Carolina
Reports of alleged intimidation and voter misinformation in North Carolina have led officials there to boost security precautions around polling places this Election Day. CBS News correspondent ...Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
Tracking abortion ballot measures: Missouri and Arizona expand rights as Florida vote falls short
Seven other states, including Montana and Nevada, also pass measures in favor of reproductive rights – follow our tracker as voters decide on access to abortion. US election 2024 – latest ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
Florida abortion rights measure fails, CBS News projects
CBS News projects a Florida ballot measure that would have enshrined the right to abortion will fail, keeping in place a six-week ban put in place by Gov. Ron DeSantis.Top stories - CBS News - November 5 -
Abortion rights ballot measures pass in 7 states, fail in 3 others
Constitutional amendments to protect or expand abortion passed in seven of the 10 states where they appeared on the ballot Tuesday, NBC News projects.Top stories - NBC News - November 6 -
Republicans struggle on education ballot measures despite big wins Tuesday night
Republicans had a huge election night, capturing the White House and Senate and possibly keeping the House, but several of their state ballot measures on education issues came up short. From school ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Abortion-rights measures go 7 for 10 in state elections
Reproductive rights were broadly popular at the state level Tuesday night, as seven states passed ballot measures aimed at preserving, expanding or restoring the right to an abortion. The measures ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
State Minimum Wage Hike Ballot Measures Show Mixed Results
Missouri and Alaska voters approved bumps to $15 an hour, while a Californa propsoal to go to $18 failed. Increases for tipped workers were voted down in Massachusetts and Arizona.Business - Inc. - November 6