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The Guardian - World
French voters face choice of least worst option in high-stakes election
Scramble to build ‘republican front’ against first-placed far right leaves many weighing difficult decisions. At a market in Meyzieu, a small commune on the outskirts of Lyon, Kheira Vermorel eyed a box filled with potatoes, wondering if the ...France -
Financial Times - World
Biden rejects calls to quit presidential race as clamour grows for his exit
The president’s public appearances have failed to quell critics’ concerns about his fitnessJoe Biden -
NBC News - Politics
High stakes for Biden's political survival
The stakes could not be higher as donors and some Democratic lawmakers pull back their support for Mr. Biden. NBC News' Kristen Welker reports.Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Recap: Biden dodges questions on his mental fitness in Stephanopoulos interview
President Biden sat with ABC News for an interview Friday in response to a poor debate performance that has left Democrats reeling and looking for a new party leader. The interview, conducted by George Stephanopoulos, aired on ABC in a half-hour ...Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Biden defends health, insists he will beat Trump in high-stakes interview
President Biden defended his health and insisted he can beat former President Trump in November in a high-stakes interview Friday that came after his dismal debate performance in Atlanta last week. “I don't think there's anybody more qualified to ...Joe Biden -
The New York Times - World
Thursday Briefing: What’s at Stake in Britain’s Elections
Plus, an ally said Biden is considering leaving the race. -
NBC News - Politics
Biden holds rally ahead of high-stakes TV interview as he seeks to prove competency
President Joe Biden held a rally in Wisconsin before taping his first televised interview since his disastrous debate performance last week, events that could be crucial in determining whether he can salvage his embattled candidacy.Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Biden says he’s best qualified to beat Trump, brushes off low polling and denies cognitive issues – live
President says in occasionally tense ABC interview he is not dropping out and believes he’s the best candidate to win. Full story: Biden calls Trump debate a ‘bad episode’Joe Biden has cancelled his upcoming Sunday address to the National ...Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Concerns over impact of high turnover among election workers
State election officials across the country are issuing warnings about high turnover among election workers. It could have a major impact on the November elections. A report by the Bipartisan Policy Center found turnover rose from 2018 to 2022 and ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Dollar Could Fall if Rate Cut Bets Rise
The dollar looks set to fall heading into next year as recent softer U.S. economic data could bolster market expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, MUFG Bank said. -
The New York Times - Top stories
In the West Bank, Staking a Claim for Peace
These Palestinians say Arabs and Jews can live in peace. -
Financial Times - Business
Activist investor Cevian takes stake in Smith & Nephew
Shares in London-listed maker of medical devices jump as holdings disclosed -
The Guardian - World
Democrats in disarray as Trump immunity ruling raises stakes
With democracy at a moment of maximum peril, millions were pinning their hopes on the Democratic party as a last wall of defence – but the debate changed that. “With fear for our democracy, I dissent.” So wrote supreme court justice Sonia ...Donald Trump -
Inc. - Business
Musk Calls Twitter Stake Delay a Mistake
Seeking to dismiss a shareholder lawsuit alleging he defrauded investors, Musk says he did not seek to buy more shares at cheaper prices after amazing more than 5 percent of the company.Elon Musk -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The IRS Has a High-Earner Delusion
The agency can’t find all those wealthy tax cheats that Democrats swear exist. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Lufthansa's Acquisition of ITA Airways Stake Gets Conditional EU Approval
The European Union gave Deutsche Lufthansa its conditional green light to buy a minority stake in Italian carrier ITA Airways, increasing the German carrier group’s reach in Europe and exposure to the lucrative Italian market.European Union -
Financial Times - World
BYD comes to Thailand and China stakes its rare earths claims
The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial TimesChina -
MarketWatch - Business
Smith & Nephew shares surge as activist Cevian Capital reveals 5% stake
Shares in Smith & Nephew increased 7% on Cevian’s disclosure that it had built up a 5% stake -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Lufthansa's Acquisition of ITA Airways Stake Gets Conditional EU Approval
The European Union gave Deutsche Lufthansa its conditional green light to buy a minority stake in Italian carrier ITA Airways, increasing the German carrier group’s reach in Europe and exposure to the lucrative Italian market.European Union -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
High Jewelry Shines During Paris Couture Week
Hermès embraced color, Piaget went for texture and Boucheron used technology to capture ocean waves. -
Financial Times - World
Which high-profile MPs have lost their seats?
Well-known Conservative and Labour politicians ejected in night that sees Keir Starmer secure landslide -
MarketWatch - Business
Southwest Airlines adopts ’poison pill’ after Elliott Management discloses 11% stake
Southwest Airlines Co. said Wednesday its board is adopting a limited-duration shareholder rights plan that is effective immediately and will expire in one year. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Disney CEO Bob Iger and Willow Bay close to purchasing controlling stake in NWSL club Angel City FC: Reports
Iger and Bay will replace Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian as majority owner of the team, which is worth a reported $300 million. -
Inc. - Business
Bob Iger and Willow Bay to Acquire a Majority Stake in Women's Pro Soccer Team Angel City Football Club
The married couple will replace Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian among the club's star-studded shareholders. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Lufthansa got the EU's conditional approval to buy a minority stake in ITA Airways, the Italian carrier formerly known as Alitalia.
Lufthansa got the EU’s conditional approval to buy a minority stake in ITA Airways, the Italian carrier formerly known as Alitalia. -
MarketWatch - Business
Jobless claims — aka layoffs — rise to 238,000 and stay near one-year high
New jobless claims have surged since the end of the school year, raising questions about whether it’s a temporary increase or a sign of rising layoffs. -
Financial Times - Business
Oil prices rally as peak driving season gets under way
Brent crude has risen about $10 a barrel since early June as US stockpiles dwindle -
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 ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gold Futures Near Two-week Highs on Hopes for US Rate Cuts
Gold futures rose, nearing a two-week high, amid growing investor optimism for a U.S. interest rate cut. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Turkish Inflation Moves Past Peak as High Rates Begin to Pay Off
Turkish consumer inflation looks to have begun a strong downward slide, says Bartosz Sawicki, market analyst at fintech Conotoxia.Turkey -
MarketWatch - Business
Gold prices settle at 1-month high as silver jumps 4%
Gold futures posted their highest settlement in about a month on Wednesday, while silver prices climbed by 4%, with both precious metals supported by weakness in the U.S. dollar and bond yields following the release of downbeat economic data. -
Inc. - Business
AI Deals Push VC Funding Total to 2-Year High
While the number of investments isn't climbing, the huge amounts of capital needed for AI development drove the quarterly figure to $55.6 billion.Artificial Intelligence -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The WSJ Dollar Index Falls 0.2% to 100.25
The WSJ Dollar Index was down 0.2% to 100.25 — down for two consecutive trading days. -
The New York Times - Business
Saks Acquires Neiman Marcus
The deal, a vote in favor of the future of brick-and-mortar retail on the high end, could reshape the retail landscape. -
Financial Times - World
India’s ‘passion for gold’ fades as prices hover near record high
Some brides switch to artificial jewellery, although richest consumers have not been put off -
ESPN - Sports
Braves' Sale stifles Giants for MLB-high 11th win
Chris Sale allowed only three hits in six innings to earn his 11th win, leading the Braves to a 3-1 victory over the Giants.MLB -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Season-high nine drivers to run Cup and Xfinity races at Chicago
Joey Logano, Kyle Larson and Shane van Gisbergen will be among those doing double duty this weekend. -
ABC News - World
AP PHOTOS: Madrid hosts high heels race to celebrate Pride Week
Participants delighted the crowds as they raced in high heels through Madrid’s Chueca neighborhood during Pride Week. In the heart of the city’s gay district, competitors in vibrant footwear elicited cheers and applause as they crossed the finish ... -
ABC News - Entertainment
AP PHOTOS: Madrid hosts high heels race to celebrate Pride Week
Participants delighted the crowds as they raced in high heels through Madrid’s Chueca neighborhood during Pride Week. In the heart of the city’s gay district, competitors in vibrant footwear elicited cheers and applause as they crossed the finish ... -
The New York Times - World
Liz Truss Caps List of High-Profile Conservative Seat Losses
Ms. Truss, who was forced out as prime minister after 49 chaotic days, lost by 630 votes in a district she previously held by more than 26,000.United Kingdom