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NBC News - Top stories
Laid off from a nearly six-figure job, this 61-year-old has been driving for delivery apps: 'I don't get a day off'
This is part of NBC News’ Checkbook Chronicles, a series of profiles highlighting the financial realities of everyday Americans. -
The Hill - Politics
Fourth of July costs rocket higher
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Fourth of July cookout costs hit record high New research finds that average Fourth of July cookout costs are expected to soar to ... -
BBC News - Top stories
Mortgage costs 'biggest challenge' for homeowners
The UK's biggest mortgage lender says the housing market remains "delicately balanced". -
GameSpot - Tech
Is The Matrix Deckbuilding Game Real, Or Is It A Simulation?
There was a time when there were a few games based on The Matrix movies, and they were even pretty good at times. Today, while video game adaptations are tougher to come by (although you can be Neo or Trinity in Fortnite), fans shouldn't sleep on ... -
The Hill - Politics
Cost of home ownership highest since 2007: Research
Median-priced, single-family home and condo costs continue to be less affordable than in the past, according to a second quarter analysis released on Wednesday. ATTOM, a firm that curates land, property and real estate data, culled housing ... -
VentureBeat - Tech
Will the cost of scaling infrastructure limit AI’s potential?
The race is now on to scale AI workloads while controlling infrastructure costs. -
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The New York Times - World
Sierra Leone Bans Child Marriage With New Law
A new law in the West African country of Sierra Leone allows child brides to annul their marriages and be financially compensated. -
BBC News - Top stories
Body found in search for child missing in croc attack
Australian police have located the remains of a 12-year-old last seen swimming in croc-inhabited waters. -
Wired - Tech
How to Get a Real ID License Before the Deadline
A new type of driver’s license will be required to board flights in the United States next year. Here’s how to update your license to the new Real ID standard before it’s too late. -
Inc. - Business
Google Searches Prefer AI Spam to Real Content
Search engine optimization is theholy grailboost trafficto websites--but in the AI era, even Google's much-scrutinized search algorithm shows a preference for ripped-off, AI-generatedmaterial over original content.Google -
Inc. - Business
E.l.f. Cosmetics Is Selling Real-World Products on Roblox
The beauty brand is one of many engaging with the video game platform--but its new expansion brings it into new e-commerce territory. -
The New York Times - Business
Apartments Could Be the Next Real Estate Business to Struggle
Owners of some rental buildings are starting to struggle because of rising interest rates and waning demand in some once booming Sun Belt cities. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Health Care Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Quest Diagnostics, jobs in health care, Roche, and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Health Care sector. -
The Hill - Politics
Fourth of July cookout costs hit record high: Survey
Inflation concerns are hitting the holiday table, with average Fourth of July cookout costs expected to soar to their highest level ever, according to new research. This year’s American Farm Bureau Fourth of July market basket survey found that ... -
MarketWatch - Business
Open Text to cut 1,200 jobs as part of cost-saving plan
Open Text’s stock rallied Wednesday, after the enterprise-software company disclosed that it was cutting 1,200 jobs as part of a “business optimization” plan aimed at saving about $200 million a year. -
CBS News - Top stories
How much would a $70,000 home equity loan cost per month?
Are you thinking about borrowing $70,000 with a home equity loan? Here's what your payments would be. -
Financial Times - Business
UK election as it happened: Sir Keir Starmer is prime minister after historic Labour victory
Sunak awards peerages to Theresa May and six othersUnited Kingdom -
ESPN - Sports
Why Portugal's reliance on Ronaldo cost them at Euro 2024
Despite Cristiano Ronaldo's subpar display at Euro 2024, Portugal coach Martinez centered the team around the star player, which led to their Euros exit. -
ABC News - World
Sierra Leone outlaws child marriage; even witnesses to such weddings will be punished
A bill that bans child marriage in Sierra Leone has been signed into law -
CBS News - Top stories
Australian officials search for child missing after reported crocodile attack
Emergency services were immediately deployed, but the operation entered a "recovery phase" on Wednesday, officials said. -
The Hill - Politics
The internet’s oldest problem is also its youngest: Child safety
For almost 25 years, there’s been a major effort to address the issue of children’s safety on the Internet, but a major obstacle has continuously impeded this effort: effectively identifying who is an adult and who is a child. -
ABC News - Top stories
6th hot car-related child death this year highlights ongoing risk
A two-year-old boy was found dead inside a car in Georgia, officials said. -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Vanessa Hudgens confirms birth of child, slams photo leak: 'Disrespected and exploited'
Vanessa Hudgens said her family's privacy was invaded after paparazzi images were circulated online of her leaving the hospital with her newborn baby. -
Wired - Tech
Health Care Should Be Designed for the Extremes of Life
Much of health care is designed with the “comfortable middle” of society in mind, says designer Yves Behar, when it should be tailored to children, the elderly, and those with disabilities. -
ESPN - Sports
NHRA great John Force out of intensive care
NHRA drag racing great John Force has been moved out of neurological intensive care after suffering a traumatic brain injury in a fiery, 300 mph crash at the Virginia Nationals last month. -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Debate Hurt Biden, but the Real Shift Has Been Happening for Years
A 3-point move toward Trump in a new Times/Siena poll is not a fundamental change in the race, but it adds to longstanding concerns. -
GameSpot - Tech
The Boys Popcorn Bucket Is As Obscene As You'd Expect, But It's Not Real Yet
Prime Video's The Boys has brought some of TV's most out-there moments for the past three and a half seasons to its fans. The current Season 4 has kept on brand, and with a new episode dropping this week, who knows what showrunner Eric Kripke has ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Hurricane Beryl Shouldn't Pose Threat to Specialty Insurers' Full-Year Targets
Potential Hurricane Beryl losses shouldn’t threaten European specialty insurers’ and reinsurers’ full-year targets, though it is still too soon to tell, RBC Capital Markets said. -
The New York Times - Business
Is Xenophobia on Chinese Social Media Teaching Real-World Hate?
Violent attacks on foreigners have prompted a debate about extreme nationalism online in a country that heavily censors information the government bans. -
BBC News - Top stories
Mbappe v Ronaldo: Real Madrid galacticos past & future meet
Growing up, Kylian Mbappe had Cristiano Ronaldo posters on his wall. On Friday they will meet as France play Portugal at Euro 2024.Soccer -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
In an Era of Fakes, How to Know When Someone Online Is Real
Some of the old tricks to vet people no longer apply. What to do now. -
CNBC - Business
The voice scam call portrayed in 'Thelma' is real and an increasing threat in the age of AI
Imposter scam calls are increasingly common as artificial intelligence advancements make cloning loved ones' voices easy and legal for scammers to exploit. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Future is now? Bo Nix might not have a real QB competition in Denver
The Broncos' selection of Nix 12th overall was controversial. But a look at their QB room as training camp approaches might reveal Sean Payton's plan out of the gate. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Big Banks Are Taking Hits From Commercial Real Estate
While smaller banks are doing the bulk of lending, bigger banks’ loans are the ones showing signs of strain. -
CNBC - Business
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment may be lower in 2025. These charts help show why
Even though inflation has subsided, many retirees are still feeling the pinch of high prices. Data shows the Social Security COLA may be lower in 2025. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Auto Industry Warns of Supply-Chain Upsets, Higher Costs From Cybersecurity Rules
The Commerce Department is investigating how to limit cyber risks in connected cars made with parts from China and other adversaries. -
CNBC - Business
Romance scams cost consumers $1.14 billion last year. It's a 'more insidious' fraud, expert says
Cyber criminals are tapping into wealth accounts through human connection. Here's how to spot it and cut ties as soon as you can. -
MarketWatch - Business
Mother of six whose $444 Trader Joe’s receipt went viral still considers the store ‘super cheap’
A video showing a California mom’s $444.38 grocery bill has been viewed more than 17 million times. And she told MarketWatch she’s actually OK with the total tab. -
The Guardian - World
‘Buy your back brace now’: The Bear sidesteps the grueling physical costs of restaurant work
The hit show shows how kitchens are pressure cookers of stress, but not how professional cooking ravages the body. The opening scene of the popular F/X drama The Bear’s latest season opens with troubled chef Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto gazing at a ...