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Top stories - The New York Times
Starring in Kamala Harris’s Closing Argument: Donald Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris has made a notable shift in strategy to paint Donald Trump as unfit and dangerous as Democrats grow anxious about the closeness of the race just two weeks out.8 minutes ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - CBS News
Last Kmart store closes down
Shoppers bid farewell to the final Kmart store in Bridgehampton, New York, while snagging great deals before the store shut its doors for good. Shanelle Kaul has the story.2 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Crikey, that was close’: Jeremy Clarkson reveals he needed heart procedure
Former Top Gear host, 64, says he had stent fitted for blocked artery after ‘sudden deterioration’ in his health. Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he had a heart procedure after waking up feeling ...15 hours ago -
Tech - The New York Times
Microsoft and OpenAI’s Close Partnership Shows Signs of Fraying
The “best bromance in tech” has had a reality check as OpenAI has tried to change its deal with Microsoft and the software maker has tried to hedge its bet on the start-up.2 days ago - Microsoft -
Top stories - NBC News
American Airlines jet and small plane in close call
An American Airlines Boeing 737 and s small Cessna plane came within 400 feet of each other in Austin, Texas, forcing the jet to take evasive action to avoid a collision. NBC News' Stephanie Gosk ...2 days ago - Travel -
Politics - The Hill
Trump’s closing argument: It doesn’t have to be this way
Americans are beginning to normalize our open border, rising crime and other heinous activities that would never have been tolerated in the past. They should not be tolerated now.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - NBC News
Harris leans on 'McCain Republicans' to close the deal in Arizona
Kamala Harris is aiming to defeat Donald Trump in battleground Arizona in the 2024 election by leaning on the John McCain Republicans who backed Joe Biden.2 days ago -
Tech - The New York Times
Microsoft and OpenAI’s Close Partnership Shows Signs of Fraying
The “best bromance in tech” has had a reality check as OpenAI has tried to change its deal with Microsoft and the software maker has tried to hedge its bet on the start-up.2 days ago - Microsoft -
Sports - ESPN
NCAA closes loophole on Ducks' 12-man penalty
The NCAA is closing the loophole used by Oregon to shave time off the game clock at the end of Saturday's win over Ohio State, when the Ducks intentionally used 12 players on defense.3 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Can AI help Africa close the development gap?
Machine learning could have transformative effects on developing economies and societies. But some fear a deepening digital divide3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Heavy rain brings widespread travel disruption
River levels are rising and properties are expected to flood in several parts of Wales.4 days ago -
World - ABC News
Monsoon flooding closes schools and offices in India's southern IT hubs
Schools, colleges and government offices have shut in parts of southern India as heavy monsoon rains triggered severe flooding4 days ago -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Musk backs Trump election bid with $75mn donation
Also in today’s newsletter, luxury shares fall after poor LVMH results and Boeing raises new capital4 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - The New York Times
Harris Needs a Closing Argument. Here’s One.
Trump turned us into a nation of haters. He’ll do it again if he wins next month.5 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Walgreens’ stock has best day in 16 years as company plans to close 1,200 stores
Walgreens’ stock has been hammered this year as consumer shopping patterns have changed, but its CEO says store closures “will realign our footprint to a healthier store base.”5 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Walgreens says it will close 1,200 stores by 2027, as earnings top estimates
The drugstore chain Walgreens said it plans to close roughly 1,200 stores over the next three years, which includes 500 closures in fiscal 2025 alone.5 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Toronto Raptors 2024-25 season preview: Are they close to finding a direction?
Breaking down Toronto's biggest question, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlook.5 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Reeves aims to close £40bn funding gap as she plans tax rises in Budget
Figure is significantly more than the £22bn fiscal hole the government previously identified5 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
UK tax rises acceptable if part of pro-business Budget, CBI says
Rupert Soames believes companies will judge October 30 measures ‘in the round’5 days ago - United Kingdom -
Business - The New York Times
Walgreens Says It Will Close 1,200 Stores
The pharmacy giant said it would close the stores over the next three years and plans to “redeploy” the majority of the workers at the closed stores.5 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Walgreens to close 1,200 stores over the next three years
Walgreens said Tuesday it plans to close 1,200 stores over the next three years as it seeks to further downsize its footprint amid flagging sales and changing consumer behavior.5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Walgreens closing roughly 1,200 stores
Walgreens announced on Tuesday it will close approximately 1,200 stores over the next three years, including 500 stores in the current fiscal year. The plan, according to the company press release, ...5 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Close fight in the trenches: A look at the ground game in the presidential race: POLL
A narrow edge in voter contact by Kamala Harris’ campaign at the national level fades to parity in the battleground states.5 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Walgreens to close 1,200 stores over next 3 years
Struggling pharmacy chain attempts turnaround amid low drug reimbursement rates and slower consumer spending.5 days ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Disney World's Iconic Big Thunder Mountain Ride Will Close For An Entire Year
Disney World's popular Big Thunder Mountain Railroad ride will temporarily close this coming January, and the attraction won't open again until 2026. The extended closure for the Magic Kingdom ride ...5 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Harris, Trump descend on Pennsylvania in closing weeks of 2024 race
Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump descended on Pennsylvania on Monday. The Keystone State is one of the most crucial battleground states for both candidates this ...6 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - MarketWatch
Is the stock market open on Columbus Day? Are banks and post offices closed?
Monday is both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, and many services will be closed or running with modified hours6 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Nvidia closes at record as AI chipmaker's market cap tops $3.4 trillion
Nvidia shares closed at an all-time high on Monday as the chipmaker continues to ride a massive wave of demand for its artificial intelligence chips.6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Dow adds 200 points for first close above 43,000
The S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose to fresh records Monday as investors awaited the next batch of key corporate earnings.6 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Attention Kmart Shoppers: It’s Closing Time
As the last full-size Kmart in the continental United States prepares to close, shoppers reminisced about the store that once sold everything, everywhere.6 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Why SoFi’s stock is on track for its highest close of the year
A new partnership helps validate SoFi’s underwriting model at a time some when investors are concerned about the lending business.6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Rachel Reeves gives closing speech at UK investment summit – business live
Chancellor says £60bn of investment has been announced at summit, showing confidence in UK economy. Keir Starmer will promise to slash red tape as he hosts investment summit Who will attend ...6 days ago - United Kingdom -
Politics - The Hill
List: Here are the nearly 500 Big Lots stores that have or will be closed this year
Since filing for bankruptcy protection earlier this year, Big Lots has slated nearly 500 stores for closure - some of which have already closed their doors for good.6 days ago -
World - ABC News
Sri Lanka closes schools as floods hammer the capital
Sri Lanka has closed schools in its capital, Colombo, and its suburbs as heavy rains triggered floods in many parts of the island nation6 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Part of Hong Kong zoo closed after 8 monkeys found dead
Officials in Hong Kong are investigating the deaths of eight monkeys in the region's oldest zoo, including 3 critically endangered Cotton-top Tamarins.6 days ago - Hong Kong -
Top stories - CBS News
Here's what's open and closed on Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day
Columbus Day, also known as Indigenous Peoples Day, is a federal holiday. Here's what is open and closed on Monday, Oct. 14.6 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
State of the Race: A Close Race Gets Closer
There’s no sign that a deluge of surveys from Republican-aligned firms is meaningfully affecting the polling averages.6 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Historic Jersey Shore amusement park closes after generations of family thrills
A beloved boardwalk amusement park at the Jersey shore is shutting down6 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Historic Amusement Park to Close After Nearly 100 Years
Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, an Ocean City staple, fell victim to the pandemic and Superstorm Sandy.October 13