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Trump Relished, and Rewarded, Kennedy’s Endorsement. Did It Matter?

In the backing of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Donald J. Trump found the kind of name-brand validation he covets. But polls suggest Mr. Kennedy’s supporters didn’t race to the ballot box.

Top stories - The New York Times - 13 hours ago

Middle East crisis live: Iran ‘not seeking war’, president says; protesters disrupt speech by Netanyahu

One killed and at least 29 injured after truck hits bus stop in Israel; protesters shout ‘shame on you’ as Israeli PM speaks at memorial ceremony for victims of Hamas attack. See all our Middle ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Why did Trump win? The fundamentals did it.

Democrats should not be surprised by the election results, as fundamentals such as the economy, incumbency, and the incumbent president's approval rating have a systematic grip on presidential ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

MP disturbance matter for police, says minister

The MP for Runcorn appeared to be shouting at a man warning him 'he will never threaten an MP again'.

Age matters when it comes to boards

There is often bias towards candidates with established records, but companies should not be afraid to take a chance on youth

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Every Vote in Every State Matters

Races for Congress in California, New York and every other state are crucial to putting a check on Donald Trump if he is re-elected.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 4

Higher for longer no matter who’s in charge

The reasons we aren’t going back to a cheap money environment are structural

World - Financial Times - November 4

Did P’Nut Die for Nothing? Test Shows Squirrel Did Not Have Rabies.

Officials released a timeline of the decision to euthanize the squirrel, whose confiscation led to outrage from some on the right and death threats to those deemed responsible.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

How did the Turkey aviation company attack unfold?

The Turkish government says at least five people were killed after an attack on aerospace company which manufactures drones and jets for the military.

Why Did Israel Attack Iran?

The two countries have been fighting a shadow war for years. Now, their conflict has burst into the open.

World - The New York Times - October 26

Botswana's politician who did the unthinkable

World - Yahoo News - November 1

Did the US election polls fail?

Polls predicted a tight race - then Donald Trump won a commanding victory. So what went wrong?

Power, as well as price, matters in a well-run economy

That’s the lesson to take from both the founding of the Bretton Woods system 80 years ago and the Biden administration today

World - Financial Times - October 21

The brain collector: the scientist unravelling the mysteries of grey matter

Using cutting-edge methods, Alexandra Morton-Hayward is cracking the secrets of ancient brains – even as hers betrays her. Alexandra Morton-Hayward, a 35-year-old mortician turned molecular ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

Why mispronunciations like ‘Eye-ran’ matter

American politicians insisting on “Eye-ran” in the alarming context of escalating conflict in the Middle East should be seen as intentional xenophobia.

Politics - The Hill - October 24

The Big Question: Do job titles really matter?

As one Big Four accountancy firm creates a new ‘managing director’ grade, does what you’re called at work actually count?

World - Financial Times - October 25

Democrats are leaning on celebrity star power. Will it matter?

Kamala Harris has Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift and Beyoncé

Entertainment - ABC News - October 30

Who will decide this election — does it even matter?

The game of deciding who decides elections is a complex one, with no clear definition of who decides the outcome, and the interaction of all individuals in groups is what ultimately decides the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

The 2024 presidential election will be historic no matter who wins

Kamala Harris would be the first woman to serve as commander in chief while Trump would be the second president in history to win a non-consecutive term.

Is Trump actually a fascist – and why does the answer matter?

Given the comparisons to Hitler and Mussolini, experts say it’s important to remember that fascism is a process. While Democratic strategists debate whether or not their attack ads labeling ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Watch: The biggest prize battleground state - and why it matters

BBC’s Anna Foster reports from swing state Pennsylvania, explaining its crucial role in the outcome.

Elections tracker 2024: every vote and why it matters

More than 80 countries – more than half the world’s population – are voting this year in elections that could be pivotal for democracy. More than 80 countries are heading to the polls in 2024 , ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Why the name of a national park was switched from Snowdonia to Eryri

For many Welsh speakers, Eryri and Yr Wyddfa are the names they have used all along.

What Drugmakers Did Not Tell Volunteers in Alzheimer’s Trials

Genetic tests showed that certain patients were predisposed to brain injuries if they took the drugs. That information remained secret.

Science - The New York Times - October 23

The 'Black Insurrectionist' was actually white. The deception did not stop there

“Black Insurrectionist,” the anonymous social media persona behind some of the most widely circulated conspiracy theories about Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Tim Walz, can be ...

Tech - ABC News - October 25

The Terminator at 40: did James Cameron see into the future?

The 1984 sci-fi thriller offers a grim view of the dangers that ‘the machines’ might pose for humanity as well as one of the most thrilling experiences of the decade. For many of the great ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Did Hollywood help the Menendez brothers’ case?

LOS ANGELES — Twenty-eight years after Lyle and Erik Menendez were sentenced to life in prison for killing their parents, the brothers may be getting a second chance at freedom.

Did Labour mislead UK public ahead of Budget?

Rachel Reeves’ tax-raising measures come after she pledged not to be a levy-hiking chancellor

World - Financial Times - October 31

No, Trump did not threaten Liz Cheney with a firing squad

The “firing squad” claim isn’t even a little bit true. It doesn’t lack context. He simply didn’t say what they said he said.

Politics - The Hill - November 3

Who did these undecided US voters finally pick?

The BBC speaks again to a group who have struggled to pick between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

No, tariffs did not make American industry great

New research suggests that America’s manufacturing rise came despite high tariffs, not because of them.

Business - MarketWatch - November 5

Why did Hamilton struggle when Russell was competitive?

BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions following the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

George Conway reflects on election: America did this to itself

George Conway, a former advocate for President-elect Trump who has been outspoken against his candidacy, argued in an op-ed in The Atlantic Wednesday that America “did this to itself.” “This time, ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

After a 2,000-Mile Trip, a Penguin Finds Itself on an Australian Beach

“This is the furthest north I’ve heard of an emperor penguin,” an expert said.

World - The New York Times - November 8

Did Elon Musk Win the Election for Trump?

Through his wealth and cultural influence, Elon Musk undoubtedly strengthened the Trump campaign. WIRED unpacks whether it really was his efforts that sealed the deal for the president-elect.

Tech - Wired - November 7

Why did Scotland loss to Springboks feel inevitable?

South Africa second row Eben Etzebeth said the 17-point win over Scotland flattered his side. So why did their win feel so inevitable?

Why BBC Tory leader debate is not happening, and why it matters

A planned Question Time special on BBC One has been called off following objections from Kemi Badenoch.

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