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NBC News - Politics
Georgia elections officials make controversial change to ballot counting
In-person early voting got underway today in three states: Virginia, South Dakota and Minnesota. It comes as Vice President Harris visits battleground Georgia where today the state's ...2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
How the top election official in America's biggest swing state is preparing for November
Al Schmidt, Pennsylvania’s top state election official, outlined Thursday how administrators in the nation’s biggest battleground state are preparing to take on election misinformation and even ...2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Georgia State Election Board votes to change rules
The state that handed Trump one of his narrowest losses four years ago is immersed in election controversies months before Election Day.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Watch live: Harris courts voters in Wisconsin amid close race
With election day less than two months away, Vice President Harris will hold a rally in the key swing state of Wisconsin Friday evening. Recent polling out of Wisconsin signals Harris and former ...2 days ago -
NBC News - Politics
Georgia election board votes to require ballots be hand-counted in November
The Georgia State Election Board voted 3-2 to require counties in the presidential battleground to hand-count ballots in this November's election.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Georgia Election Board Orders Hand-Counting of Ballots
Critics say the move could significantly delay the reporting of results in the battleground state and inject chaos into the post-election period.2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Trump Media closes at a new 52-week low, as Dow finishes week at record high
Shares of Trump Media fell to a new 52-week low Friday, closing down 7.82%, at $13.55 per share, just one day after “lockup” restrictions expired, which had previously prevented its majority ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
Trump Media closes at a new 52-week low on heavy trading after lockup expires
Former President Donald Trump's majority stake in the Truth Social owner was worth $1.5 billion by Friday's close.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politico - Politics
Elon Musk steps up political giving with 6-figure donation to House Republicans
The August contribution is more than Musk has previously given to a party committee.2 days ago - Elon Musk -
ABC News - World
Mali officials close livestock markets over suspected links to militants
Following a deadly attack in Mali's capital by al-Qaida linked militants, authorities there have temporarily closed livestock markets that typically are run by an ethnic group that authorities ...2 days ago -
NBC News - Politics
Georgia election board orders votes to be counted by hand
A newly adopted rule requires at least three election workers to hand count ballots in each precinct on election night. NBC News' Priya Sridhar explains the widespread criticism of the rule.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Georgia election board voting on hand counting ballots, other rules
The Georgia State Election Board heard comments from election workers and others in the community on several rule changes that would affect the process of counting ballots in the 2024 elections. ...2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Greek Coast Guard chases boat close to Turkish coast in a potential diplomatic incident
A Greek Coast Guard boat's pursuit of an inflatable dinghy to within a few dozen yards of the Turkish coast threatens a diplomatic incident between the neighbors2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Georgia Election Board rules ballots must be hand counted
The Georgia Election Board ruled Friday that ballots must be hand-counted by local precincts despite concerns from election officials and opposition from some state officials. The Georgia Election ...2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Czechs vote in Senate and regional elections in the aftermath of massive flooding
Czechs are voting in a two-day vote for a third of the seats in Parliament’s upper house, the Senate, and to select their representatives in regional elections2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Stevie Wonder planning pre-election tour
Grammy-winning artist Stevie Wonder recently announced a 10-stop tour across the U.S. ahead of Election Day, now less than two months away. The concert tour — dubbed "Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Election forecaster moves Peltola, Steele reelection bids to toss-ups
The election forecaster Sabato’s Crystal Ball has shifted two key House races to toss-ups, moving Rep. Mary Sattler Peltola’s (D) seat in Alaska away from Democrats and Rep. Michelle Steel’s (R) ...2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Far-right AfD looking to make German history in Brandenburg state election
Attention is focused on regional vote this Sunday that could determine the fate of the national government. Björn Höcke shielded his eyes from the bright lights as he peered from the stage into the ...2 days ago - Germany -
MarketWatch - Business
Analysts warned about the fallout from a surging yen. But then this happened.
Traders feared Japanese investors would bring money home as the yen carry-trade imploded. They were wrong.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How whitewater rafters with partisan differences bridge divide in turbulent election season
Major Garrett shows how a group of about 30 Americans, with different political opinions, volunteered to embark on a whitewater rafting trip in the battleground state of North Carolina to find what ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
DHS is in for a rough ride after the election, no matter who wins
Without support, our already overextended immigration system will face an overwhelming burden to implement the next president's policies.3 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Sublime Sydney surge into AFL grand final with crushing win over Port Adelaide
Home side post comfortable 14.11 (95) to 8.11 (59) win at SCG Swans seize control in second quarter as Isaac Heeney stars The SCG has hosted some nerve-shredding finals over the years, but this ...3 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
A Surge in Breast Reductions
We explore why younger women are undergoing the cosmetic procedure.3 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Mexico president blames U.S. for surging cartel violence
Two warring factions of the Sinaloa cartel appear to be fighting for power since two of its leaders were arrested in the U.S.3 days ago -
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Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Wall Street titan John Paulson defends Trump’s tariff talk
Also in today’s newsletter, S&P 500 hits record high and Amazon’s crackdown on remote work3 days ago -
Financial Times - World
UK government borrows more than expected in August
Net debt hits 100% of GDP in blow to chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of Budget3 days ago - United Kingdom -
ABC News - Sports
Diana Taurasi closes out what could be final home game of her 20-year career
Diana Taurasi tired to address the Phoenix Mercury crowd, but was interrupted3 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Immigration and job creation
The labour market is softer than it appears3 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Oprah, Swift and Clooney: do celebrity endorsements matter in the US election?
While A-listers come out for presidential candidates, experts say they may not move the dial on polling day3 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Lammy seeks emergency boost to aid cash to offset cost of migrant hotels
Foreign secretary fears domestic drain on development funding will hinder efforts to project UK on global stage3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Trump says 'Israel will cease to exist' if Harris elected in appeal to Jewish voters
Former President Trump warned of an apocalyptic future for Israel should he lose the November election, addressing a pro-Israel conference with the theme of combatting antisemitism. The Republican ...3 days ago - Donald Trump