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The New York Times - World
Asphalt Schoolyards Get a Shady Makeover
Schools across the country are adding trees, tent-like structures and water to their playgrounds as temperatures soar.43 minutes ago -
MarketWatch - Business
How low could mortgage rates go now that the Fed has finally started cutting? Economists weigh in.
Here’s what the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate cut means for mortgage rates.56 minutes ago - Mortgage -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Get to know the instruments behind música Mexicana
From the guitarron and the requinto to the guiro and the tololoche, these are some of the instruments responsible for música Mexicana's distinct qualities.1 hour ago -
CNBC - Business
From mortgages to auto loans, experts weigh in on when — or if — to refinance as interest rates fall
The Federal Reserve just cut interest rates by a half point. That may open up some refinancing opportunities for borrowers, depending on the type of loan.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - World
They Said the Virgin Mary Appeared. The Vatican Is Finally Weighing In.
After decades, and controversy, the Vatican has authorized public worship at a shrine in Bosnia, where a once tranquil village has become a major pilgrimage site.2 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Is continuity enough to get the Bucks back into title contention?
The Bucks are heading into 2024-25 after back-to-back seasons of playoff disappointment. Will Dame and Giannis find their groove?3 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Voters weigh switch to open primaries amid concerns over political polarization
At least half a dozen states could decide on major changes to their election systems this fall, as organizers push for revamps that would do away with traditional party contests in favor of open, ...6 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Considering a Third-Party Candidate? Get a Life.
The danger isn’t nearly as great as it was a few months ago, but things could still get screwed up.7 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Investors renew focus on inflation data as Fed weighs size of expected September rate cut
Wednesday’s consumer-price index for August may end up being the deciding factor as to whether the Federal Reserve will deliver a bigger-than-usual, 50-basis-point rate cut on Sept. 18.17 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
Trump weighs in on Fed rate cut during stop at Manhattan bitcoin bar
Former President Trump on Wednesday said the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates showed the economy was struggling, or the central bank was "playing politics." Trump made a stop at ...18 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - Business
EU weighs expanding sanctions on exports to Russia
Officials consider proposal to crack down on shipments to Moscow from European company subsidiaries based overseasYesterday - European Union -
The Hill - Politics
More Americans getting their news from TikTok: Research
A growing share of U.S. adults regularly get their news from TikTok, a trend driven by a surge in the platform’s popularity among adults under 30, according to a new analysis from the Pew Research ...Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
One Of The Best Vita Exclusives Is Getting Remastered
Developer Dimps and publisher Bandai Namco have announced that Freedom Wars Remastered will launch on January 10, 2025 for PC, PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch.. Freedom Wars is a Monster ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Entertainment
What will become of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' musical legacy? Experts weigh in following his indictment
Sean “Diddy” Combs is widely recognized as one of the most influential figures in hip-hop, but his indictment Tuesday on sex trafficking and racketeering charges further clouds his legacyYesterday -
CNBC - Business
Will the U.S. elections impact crypto markets? Insiders weigh in
Crypto insiders on Wednesday downplayed the importance of of the U.S. presidential race on the market at the annual TOKEN2049 event in Singapore.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
US election: Do celebrity endorsements work?
Can Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish and Elon Musk swing the vote for Harris or Trump?Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
US dollar trades in the doldrums as rates and data weigh on outlook
Appreciation of other major currencies such as yen and pound has put downward pressure on the greenbackYesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Kate at first work meeting since cancer treatment
Princess of Wales continues her gradual return to public life with her first work meeting this year.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Tim Davie says he can’t see Huw Edwards working at BBC again
The BBC director general says the convicted former presenter would not return "for obvious reasons".Yesterday -
VentureBeat - Tech
The Sims is getting a film adaptation, among other additions
Electronic Arts plans several expansions to The Sims franchise, including a movie and a shared social network across many experiences.Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
EA's New Skate Game Gets An Exciting Update
During Summer Games Fest 2024 , EA and Full Circle didn't have much footage of Skate to show off, so instead they featured I Think You Should Leave star Tim Robinson in a comedy skit that set ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
Banking Deal Oversight to Get a Major Revamp
The F.D.I.C. and the Justice Department are changing how they evaluate mergers and acquisitions in the banking industry.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Like Jay Gatsby, He Threw Parties to Get Her Attention. It Finally Worked.
After Andrew Quintero spotted Sophia Babai on Instagram in 2016, it took four years and the help of a mutual friend to finally meet her in person.2 days ago -
ESPN - Sports
What is and isn't working for Steelers QB Justin Fields
Fields isn't the starter the Steelers expected to have at QB this season, but they're 2-0 so far.2 days ago - NFL -
CBS News - Top stories
Sexual harassment at work is as common today for women as 5 years ago
Despite some workplace gains, many women continue to experience sexual harassment and bias, a McKinsey and LeanIn study finds.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Is debt relief worth it as interest rates drop? Experts weigh in
Interest rates on credit cards and loans may begin to drop. So should borrowers still use debt relief services?2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Data centres must work ‘within climate limits’, says Irish minister
Energy demands of AI place strain on power supplies2 days ago - Climate -
BBC News - Top stories
Amazon tells staff to get back to office five days a week
The e-commerce giant is ending hybrid working and will stop people hot-desking in the US.2 days ago - Amazon -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Eric Roberts has no use for fame anymore. He just wants to work
Eric Roberts' memoir isn't a Hollywood reclamation job designed to kick-start a once-buzzy career. Roberts knows all too well that his erratic behavior damaged his relationships with friends and ...2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Amazon's CEO Just Declared the Era of Hybrid Work Finally Over
The company is going back to how things were before the pandemic.2 days ago - Amazon -
The Guardian - World
People are getting ‘stuck’ in insecure work for years, says UK thinktank
Work Foundation says ‘juggling unpredictable pay and hours’ keeps staff from upskilling and finding new jobs. ‘I don’t do a monthly shop any more’: life with unpredictable working hours ...2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
PwC China stops work on $140mn campus as Evergrande crisis mounts
Lavish training institute on tropical island under review as firm reels from fallout from its audits of failed property developer2 days ago - China -
BBC News - Top stories
Workers tell of £3 an hour jobs in Leicester's garment factories
A BBC investigation hears from one sewing machine operator who says "no one was paying more" and she was desperate for money.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Kenny Bednarek’s Headbands Help Him Stand Out Among Sprinters
Kenny Bednarek isn’t as flashy as some runners, but his Olympic medals, and a vast collection of anime-themed headbands, make him stand out.4 days ago