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Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly

After the Mountain fire ballooned to more than 20,000 acres in less than 24 hours, improving weather conditions helped crews contain more of the blaze on Saturday.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Bitcoin hits record high as Republicans edge closer to full control of Congress

Cryptocurrency surges past $80,000 for first time after Donald Trump’s decisive win

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Why Democrats think they can win control of the House of Representatives

Several races for seats in the House of Representatives have not been called and top Democratic leaders are holding on to hopes of obtaining control in that chamber. CBS News' Nikole Killion breaks ...

Exhaustion at work can lead to difficulty controlling emotions, scientists say

Working long hours can lead to people having issues moderating behaviour due to ‘ego depletion’, research shows. If a hard day in the office leaves you crabby and uncooperative, you may have an ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Metro Bank fined £17mn for anti-money laundering control failings

UK lender failed to ensure automated system was correctly checking customer transactions

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

Hakeem Jeffries on hopes for bipartisanship as Congress edges toward GOP control

One week after Election Day, key House races remain undecided as CBS News projects Congress leaning Republican. If confirmed, Republicans would control the House, Senate and White House for the ...

Fortress seizes control of art house cinema chain Curzon

Private equity group scooped up chain for $5mn following dispute with US real estate billionaire Charles Cohen

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

Trump transition live updates: Trump considering lawyer for deputy AG, sources say

Donald Trump is wasting no time in planning his return to the White House.

MicroStrategy to lose ‘controlled company’ exemption, and stock seesaws higher

MicroStrategy said that because of the volume of share sales to raise money to buy bitcoin, Michael Saylor, the company’s co-founder and chair, will no longer hold the majority of voting power.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Weather conditions complicating efforts to get New Jersey wildfire under control

As fire crews try to get the Jennings Creek Fire under control, the weather is making things difficult. Meteorologist Rob Marciano explains why the conditions are complicating the containment ...

Xbox Special-Edition Controllers Discounted In Early Black Friday Sales

Microsoft's Xbox Wireless Controller lineup continues to expand with each passing year, giving Xbox and PC users a wide selection of controller colors and patterns to chose from. Most recently, ...

Tech - GameSpot - 5 hours ago

Republicans win majority in US House, giving Trump control of Congress

US president-elect’s party hold on both chambers gives him latitude to pursue radical legislative agenda

Business - Financial Times - 4 hours ago

Republicans Win Control of House, Cementing a G.O.P. Trifecta Under Trump

The party protected vulnerable incumbents and picked off Democrats in competitive districts, handing the president-elect a unified Congress to enact his agenda.

Top stories - The New York Times - 14 minutes ago

Led by Believers in the City’s Future, Detroit Is on the Rebound

Once the largest city in the U.S. to declare bankruptcy, this Midwestern metropolis is now thriving. But some obstacles still remain.

Business - The New York Times - October 16

Éderson: City have successor in mind if Pep exits

Manchester City goalkeeper Éderson has said he thinks his club have already lined up a successor should Pep Guardiola decide to leave at the end of the season.

Sports - ESPN - October 18

Trains and buses cancelled amid further disruption

Translink also issued warnings to commuters on Thursday evening as a result of heavy traffic.

Chicago group works to reduce crime and violence in the city

As the presidential election nears, the issue of crime is weighing on the minds of voters. A CBS News poll taken earlier this year found 63% of voters said crime would be a factor in who they vote ...

Wolves 1-2 Manchester City: Premier League – live reaction

Premier League updates from the 2pm BST kick-off Live scoreboard | And mail Daniel with your thoughts I’m really looking forward to seeing how the midfield battle goes. Lemina, Andre and ...

World - The Guardian - October 20

Man City beats Wolves with dramatic late goal

Manchester City defender John Stones scored a last-gasp winner in a 2-1 victory at Wolves on Sunday.

Sports - ESPN - October 20

Pep: Man City not used to Klopp-like late winners

Manchester City's contentious last-minute winner against Wolves in the Premier League on Sunday was both correctly ruled and deserved reward for his players' patience, manager Pep Guardiola said.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

A Cheapskate in New York City: How to Visit on a Budget

Pop-up art, cheap theater tickets, Chinese food and a well-situated, if noisy, hotel: How to see Manhattan (and a bit of Brooklyn) on a budget.

Business - The New York Times - October 22

How American cities are rethinking their urban rivers

More Americans are living in cities than ever before. By 2050, nearly 90% of Americans are expected to live in metropolitan areas. This shift means rethinking how urban spaces are used to support a ...

How cities are breathing new life into their urban rivers

Of the 3.5 million miles of rivers in the U.S., 50% are too polluted for fishing, boating or swimming, according to American Rivers.

How to Bring People Back to New York City

The essential ingredient of urban living — the quality of life — has tanked in the city.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 22

Kansas City Is Working to Acquire a Star Wide Receiver

A franchise that has lost several key players to injury is said to be focused on adding five-time Pro Bowl receiver Deandre Hopkins.

Sports - The New York Times - October 23

Ancient Cities Unearthed in Mountains of Central Asia

The discovery suggests that trade routes along the Silk Road were far more complex than previously understood.

Science - The New York Times - October 23

Haaland's 'extraordinary' acrobatic finish for Man City

Erling Haaland's "unorthodox" backheel volley doubles Manchester City's lead in the 58th minute of their match week three tie in the Champions League against Sparta Prague at the Etihad Stadium.

Lost Silk Road cities discovered in Uzbek mountains

The discoveries of these high-altitude medieval cities challenge long-held assumptions of the trade network.

Climate change reshapes cities, both environmentally and financially

In thousands of U.S. towns and cities, worsening climate threats — largely due to fossil fuels — trap cities in a paradox. Big cities like Houston and Tampa, Fla., and smaller ones like Port ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

10 Largest Cities in Canada by Population and by Land Area

World - Yahoo News - October 25

Haaland sends Man City to the top of the Premier League

Erling Haaland has fired Manchester City to the top of the English Premier League after beating Southampton 1-0

Sports - ABC News - October 26

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