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ABC News - Health
In NYC and elsewhere, climate protesters say pace of change isn't fast enough
Six years after a teenage Greta Thunberg walked out of school in a solitary climate protest outside of the Swedish parliament, young people around the world staged fresh marches and said their ...26 minutes ago - Climate -
ESPN - Sports
GameDay Kickoff: Stacked QB rooms, big conference matchups and more
Our college experts give insight on players, sound and storylines ahead of Week 4.4 hours ago - NFL -
Financial Times - Business
‘Big Short’ fund manager Eisman put on ‘indefinite leave’ after Gaza comments
Famed investor said on X that he was ‘celebrating’ the destruction of Gaza4 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Meet the 8 Noche de Cumbia acts bringing the tropics to Hollywood
The Hollywood Bowl and the Ford welcome an evening of music and dance as part of Noche de Cumbia's two-night concert series featuring some of the genre's most exciting acts.5 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
3 big HELOC benefits to know as interest rates drop
A home equity line of credit can be particularly advantageous for borrowers now as interest rates drop. Here's why.6 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Experts Want UN to Set Up Principles for Global AI Governance
As the technology makes rapid progress, observers say it's 'imperative' to establish the foundations forinclusive global institutions to track its evolution and establish safeguards.6 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Microsoft in deal for Three Mile Island nuclear power to meet AI demand
Energy source enjoying renaissance as world looks to slash emissions and feed rapidly growing need7 hours ago - Microsoft -
CBS News - Top stories
Should you buy a home after the Fed's big rate cut?
There are some compelling reasons why homebuyers may want to act now that the Fed has cut rates. Here's what to know.7 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Deadly flood losses mount as insurers and governments tally costs
Brussels’ pledge of up to €10bn following European floods comes as insurers face estimated €3bn in claims7 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Titans Are Getting A Big Boost In Destiny 2's Next Episode, Revenant
Titans in Destiny 2 will soon see a bunch of buffs to their abilities, bringing the experience of playing the beefy subclass a little more in line with the fantasy and making it more viable in ...7 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Missing Kenyan anti-government protesters resurface as police chief appears in court
Anger had been growing at police chief Gilbert Masengeli after abductions of Jamil and Aslam Longton and Bob Njagi . Three Kenyans who were abducted last month after taking part in an ...9 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
International lawmakers call on VW to withdraw from Xinjiang
Move follows FT report on an audit clearing the carmaker of forced labour at its plant in western China10 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
WHCA raises concern about press access to Biden meetings with Quad leaders
The White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) is raising concerns about press access to an upcoming meeting of "the Quad" world leaders. President Biden is hosting leaders from India, ...11 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Purdy time? 49ers QB is on the clock to prove his doubters wrong
With plenty of San Francisco's weapons set to miss time with various injuries, Brock Purdy has a chance at a rebuttal starting Sunday — and he's ready.11 hours ago - NFL -
GameSpot - Tech
Microsoft's Next Big Acquisition Is Enough Nuclear Power To Fuel Its AI Ambitions For Decades
The Three Mile Island nuclear power plant--the site where an infamous partial nuclear meltdown occurred in 1979--might have a new owner soon. Microsoft has signed a power purchase agreement with ...11 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Western philanthropies drum up climate finance ahead of UN meetings
African pledge comes as wrangling continues about how to fund the energy transition in developing countries12 hours ago - Climate -
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 ...12 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
The Fed spurred a big rally in Nvidia and other chip stocks. Is it sustainable?
Fed commentary could give a further shot in the arm to AI names that have been market leaders, but the broader semiconductor sector still faces challenges and skepticism.12 hours ago -
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The New York Times - World
A North Korean Trash Balloon Hits a Seoul Government Compound, Again
Debris was found more than a day after the North’s latest balloon launch. South Korea says it’s essentially impossible to track every balloon.14 hours ago - North Korea -
The Hill - Politics
Morning Report — Government funding up in the air
Lawmakers in the House are launching plan B to avert a government shutdown at the end of the month. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) failed to pass plan A, a six-month stopgap bill with a non-citizen ...14 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Meet the makeup wizard who transformed Sebastian Stan into 'A Different Man'
Oscar-nominated makeup artist Mike Marino used groundbreaking prosthetics in collaboration with the actor Sebastian Stan for A24's "A Different Man."15 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
The Big Question: when should workers gain full employment rights?
This week, the FT wants to know your view on Labour’s plan for workplace reforms in the UK15 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Government borrowing in August highest since Covid
Higher spending on public services and benefits led to a rise in government borrowing, figures show.17 hours ago - Covid -
Wired - Tech
Big Tech’s New Adversaries in Europe
For the past five years, Big Tech has faced a flurry of new rules and reprimands from Brussels. Now with a new team taking over the European Commission, relations may be entering a new era.17 hours 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 Budget18 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - World
Three big investment questions I’m asking now — and so should you
As the fourth quarter looms, portfolio risk, US equities and China are all that matters21 hours ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
One Week After Meeting, a Bloody Nose and an ‘I Love You’
Gregory Addicott was on another date when he met Christopher Traina. Six weeks later, they became official and began a “press tour,” introducing each other to their respective families and friends.21 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Amazon says workers need to be in the office. Most of Silicon Valley disagrees.
Chief executive Andy Jassy brushes off disgruntled staff with tough five-day office mandate21 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Labour has ‘big hill to climb’ to win next Scottish election, says Ian Murray
Scotland secretary says Labour must show it deserves power in Holyrood by delivering on promises to electorate. Labour faces big challenges to win the next Scottish election because of the “dire” ...21 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
UN experts urge United Nations to lay foundations for global governance of artificial intelligence
A high-powered U.N. advisory body says global governance of artificial intelligence is “imperative” and is urging the United Nations to lay the foundations for the first inclusive global ...21 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Stocks Hit Record High a Day After Fed’s Big Interest Rate Cut
The S&P 500 rose 1.7 percent on Thursday, rallying a day after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a percentage point.Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Waheed Alli: How Labour donor’s largesse tarnished government’s image
Donations to seven cabinet ministers and UK prime minister’s wife have raised eyebrowsYesterday -
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Yahoo Sports - Sports
Diamond League track and field meets increase prize money to highest level for 2025
The Diamond League will increase prize money almost one-third from previous years.2 days ago