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One reason I’m suspicious of Medicare Advantage? I’m a capitalist.

The downside of Medicare Advantage is that you are dependent for your health-insurance coverage on an organization that has powerful economic incentives not to pay.

Business - MarketWatch - October 26

Tim Walz’s China experience is a green flag, not a red one

Having someone with Tim Walz’s deep knowledge of China in a top governmental position could be a hugely important benefit should there be a major crisis with China during a Harris/Walz presidency.

Politics - The Hill - October 25

When the clocks go back, this landmark will still be wrong

As people across the UK roll their clocks back to GMT on Sunday morning, there's one clock that will always show the wrong time.

One last collapse in my final Test as correspondent - Agnew

Jonathan Agnew ends his time as BBC cricket correspondent reflecting on another England collapse as the tourists fall to a 2-1 series defeat in Pakistan.

Stocks and gold are both at record highs. Only one will be right on inflation.

Gold’s gain is warning the stock market that higher inflation could return

Business - MarketWatch - October 26

Asheville one month after Helene faces long recovery

SOUTH ASHEVILLE, N.C. – One month after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc on this corner of western North Carolina, the debris is everywhere. Shade trees are cut into pieces, sitting on lawns, while ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

One dead, dozens injured after truck hits Israel bus stop

Many of the injured were reportedly pensioners on a day trip to a nearby museum.

Truck Hits Crowd at Israel Bus Stop as Gaza Cease-Fire Talks Restart

Police are treating the incident, which took place in a Tel Aviv suburb where the Mossad intelligence agency is based, as a terrorist attack.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 27

Jeff Lynne brings ELO to the Forum one last time

The unassuming classic-rock veteran stops in Inglewood on what's billed as a farewell tour by the band once known as the Electric Light Orchestra.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 27

Cowboys vs. 49ers: Dak Prescott's comeback bid falls short as San Francisco holds off Dallas, 30-24

The 49ers have had their struggles too, but got back to 4-4 with the win. Meanwhile, the Cowboys are going the other way.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 27

Yomif Kejelcha breaks half-marathon world record by one second

Yomif Kejelcha finished strongly in the Spanish city of Valencia to set a time of 57 minutes, 30 seconds.

How the coldest place on Earth became one of the world’s hottest vacation spots

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Daniels earns spot in NFL lore with a Hail Mary for the ages

Jayden Daniels is answering any questions about his status as a franchise QB, while Jameis Winston has us asking if he can be a season savior.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 28

One-Third of World’s Trees Face Extinction Risk, Report at COP16 Says

They play an essential role in supporting life on Earth, but many species are in decline, researchers found.

World - The New York Times - October 28

One medic left at Gaza hospital as Israel says it arrested 100 ‘terrorists’

Only one doctor remains at Kamal Adwan Hospital after a days-long Israeli raid, the Hamas-run health ministry says.

Palantir is now worth $100 billion — and may be like Nvidia in one regard

Palantir is helping companies incorporate AI into their businesses — and one analyst says it’s succeeded “more than any company (not named Nvidia).”

Business - MarketWatch - October 28

What comes next after one of the worst plays of all time?

Stevenson made (or didn't make) one of those plays so unbelievably horrible that it actually strengthens people's fondness for the game. Comedies and tragedies can hold a lot of the same thematic ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 28

‘No one is coming to save them’: blackouts hide horrors of siege of north Gaza

Journalists unable to report and rescue workers unable to save victims of Israeli offensive hindering all movement and communication. Middle East crisis live: latest updates When internet ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Russia's embassy in Pakistan says it is verifying reports that one of its citizens was abducted

Russia’s embassy in Pakistan says it is attempting to verify reports that one of its citizens was abducted in the South Asian nation’s troubled northwest

World - ABC News - October 29

One Of The Best-Looking 4X Strategy Games Releases In November On PC And Console

Developer Chimera Entertainment has revealed that 4X strategy game Songs of Silence will be released on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S on November 13. Originally launching through Steam Early ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 29

What Was Bronny James Like in Middle School? ‘Just One of Us.’

LeBron’s son was in the orchestra, played soccer and lacrosse and didn’t have a cell phone.

Sports - The New York Times - October 30

Rogan: Harris campaign wanted to limit appearance to 1 hour

Podcaster Joe Rogan says Vice President Harris's campaign made requests for a potential appearance on his program that he did not find acceptable. "For the record the Harris campaign has not passed ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

One big thing to watch in every Division I conference in 2024-25

From John Calipari's wardrobe to Gonzaga's impending conference change, what to know across all 31 leagues.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

Autumn in New York Has Been the One of the City’s Driest Ever

It’s been 29 days since Central Park has seen measurable rain.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Colts bench Anthony Richardson for Joe Flacco: Was the surprising decision the right one?

Indy is benching its still-developing QB

Sports - CBS Sports - October 30

'I'm not a one-issue voter, but this is huge': Women on how abortion shaped their vote

It is the first presidential election since the top court overturned Roe v Wade, which protected the nationwide right to an abortion.

How Kennesaw State pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the season

After a rocky start to the year, Kennesaw State delivered a stirring victory over Liberty.

Sports - ESPN - October 31

Why inflation in one battleground state could sway the election

With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.

Classic Franchise's Revival Is Day-One Game Pass Launch, Coming Soon

Three years ago, Dotemu--the publisher behind Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge and Streets of Rage 4 --announced it was reviving SNK's classic run-and-gun title, Metal Slug , as ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 30

How one 'crazy' inning ignited Dodgers' comeback in World Series clincher

The Dodgers were down five runs until a missed catch by Aaron Judge and costly Yankees coverage error helped the Dodgers to rally to a World Series win.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

West Indies beat England by eight wickets: first men’s one-day international – live

Evin Lewis’s coruscating 94 helped West Indies to an emphatic victory in a rain-affected game. 4th over: England 19-0 (Salt 8, Jacks 9) Seales continues and Salt again clips for two to midwicket, ...

World - The Guardian - November 1

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