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Why Optimism for a Cease-Fire in Gaza Is Rising
The pace of peace talks has picked up, pushed by multiple factors, including wars in Lebanon and Syria that have seriously weakened Hamas’s allies and the election victory of Donald J. Trump.The New York Times - 1h -
UK inflation rises to 2.6% in November
Figure cements expectations Bank of England will hold interest rates steady on ThursdayFinancial Times - 2h -
Why are prices rising in the UK?
The rate at which prices are rising remains higher than the Bank of England's 2% inflation target.BBC News - 1h -
Florida high-rises and luxury hotels are sinking, study finds
A new study found that 35 South Florida high-rise condominiums and luxury hotels are sinking. Gregor Eberli, co-author of that study and professor of marine geosciences at the University of Miami, ...CBS News - 10h -
Council tax to rise to fund up to £330m for police
The Home Office says funding for forces in England and Wales will rise by 3.5% in 2025-26.BBC News - 19h -
What to know about the rising cost of holiday baking
Americans use butter more this time of year than any other time. Last year, the cost of butter was up 16% in November and December, and this year the cost of butter and other baking ingredients ...CBS News - 1d -
Ether may finally rise to record high next year, after lagging behind bitcoin
While ether has been lagging behind bitcoin, the second-largest crypto by market capitalization could hit a record high above $5,000 next year if its current demand-and-supply dynamics continue, ...MarketWatch - 2d -
Evening Report — Trump's honeymoon high
Plus: Biden's sweeping pardons, Congress inches toward funding deal {beacon} Evening Report © Alex Brandon, Associated Press Trump gets a bump from media, new alliances PRESIDENT-ELECT TRUMP IS ...The Hill - 5d -
Canada’s rate of medically assisted deaths rises to record high
Roughly 96% of deaths by euthanasia in 2023 were for those with a terminal condition, as growth in overall cases slows. A growing share of deaths in Canada are from euthanasia, but the vast ...The Guardian - 5d -
The pitchforks are here: Populist rage and the rise of moral absolutism
That warning seems perilously prophetic in the wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s murder.The Hill - 5d -
Weekly Jobless Claims Rise Unexpectedly
New unemployment claims for the week ending December 7 totaled 242,000, higher than economists’ forecasts of 220,000.Inc. - 5d -
Gold Prices to Rise More Modestly in 2025
The World Gold Council said that if the economy performs according to market-consensus expectations, gold prices should rise at a more measured pace than this year.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
Resource nationalism on the rise amid geopolitical tensions
Businesses face increased risk from protectionism as countries race to secure access to critical minerals, according to new researchFinancial Times - 5d -
Currys says price rises 'inevitable' after Budget
The retailer says it had not planned for the full impact of recent changes to tax and other government policy.BBC News - 5d -
It’s high time to make Russia pay
G7’s $50bn loan is no substitute for transferring blocked foreign exchange reserves to UkraineFinancial Times - 5d -
Bowel-cancer rates rising among younger people
Poor diet, obesity, alcohol and smoking may be among the risk factors involved, researchers say.BBC News - 6d -
Why are prices still stubbornly high?
The annual inflation rate in the U.S. ticked up slightly in November. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the Consumer Price Index for all items rose 2.7% in the past year, which was in ...CBS News - 6d -
Government recommends 2.8% pay rise for public sector
Teachers, NHS staff and senior civil servants are among those covered by the proposals.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Carer's Allowance overpayment debt rises to £250m
Some carers have been forced to pay back thousands of pounds, leaving many in financial hardship.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Coffee drinkers face price rises as costs on global markets hit record high
Price for arabica beans tops $3.44 a pound, while cost of robusta beans almost doubles this year. Your morning caffeine hit could become even pricier in the new year after the cost of coffee ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Democratic power on the rise in state legislatures: DLCC
Democratic power is increasing in state legislatures despite losses for the party at the federal level, a new report from the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC) found. The analysis ...The Hill - Dec. 10 -
Nurseries warn of rising fees ahead of childcare expansion
Bosses in the early years sector say the government's uplift in funding will not cover rising costs.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Can anyone stop Alexandre Pantoja's rise?
After a dominant victory at UFC 310, where does the men's flyweight champion stand in ESPN's top 10?ESPN - Dec. 10 -
New Koreatowns rise in US amid cleantech boom
The communities are an unintended side-effect of growing South Korean investment in the USFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Maresca: Palmer's humility drives Chelsea rise
Enzo Maresca praised Cole Palmer's humility and focus, saying the young star remains unchanged despite his Premier League stardom status and key role in Chelsea's 4-3 win over Tottenham on Sunday.ESPN - Dec. 9 -
The Rise of Theo Von, the Resident Quipster of Podcasting's 'Manosphere'
The comedian, who joked about drug addiction with Donald Trump, has built a following with an edgy and freewheeling style.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9 -
Human-elephant conflict is on the rise in Thailand
A group of U.S. and Thai scientists is developing groundbreaking solutions to try and stem the growing human-elephant conflict in Thailand.CBS News - Dec. 8 -
Spending on TikTok Shop Rises as App Faces Ban
TikTok Shop sales had reached $100 million on Black Friday.Inc. - Dec. 8 -
Hamilton 'finished on a high' with Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton says he is happy his time with Mercedes "finished on a high" after "a really turbulent year".BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Childcare bosses fear for future amid rising costs
Costs at one nursery are up 40% in recent years, and it faces an annual shortfall of over £30,000.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
"Pharmacy deserts" on the rise amid U.S. drugstore closures
Across the U.S., at least 7,000 pharmacies have closed since 2019. Of those, roughly half were independent drugstores.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
How high can 'Wicked' fly? Competition for top musicals is extremely high
Disney dominates the list of 10 top-grossing Hollywood musicals, but Universal hopes 'Wicked' will break through.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5 -
Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% Review: High Tech, High Price
The updated BlackWidow steps even further into the world of premium custom mechanical keyboards, with a price to match.Wired - Dec. 4 -
Rail fares to rise despite renationalisation plans
Three rail operators will be renationalised next year but fares are due to go up as outlined in the Budget.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Welsh tuition fees to rise by nearly £300 a year
The rise is in line with an increase in England and is the second time fees have gone up in a year.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
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Cooper Flagg Is on a Different Level. But the Competition Is Rising.
The Duke basketball phenom remains at the head of the class, but a flashy point guard from B.Y.U. is gaining attention.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Teacher's pay rise simply impossible, says minister
Paul Givan tells assembly members that the teaching unions have asked for a 13.5% rise in 2024-25.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Here's what the rise of homeowners associations means for buyers
Homeowners associations, or HOAs, are becoming more common. The biggest complaint among current owners is the cost, report finds.CNBC - Dec. 2
