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What the stock market typically does after the U.S. election, according to history
Stocks typically rise after a presidential election, but investors need to be prepared for some short-term choppiness first, history shows.Business - CNBC - 2 days ago -
Interactive cinema game Nazar debuts highlighting Turkish history
Interactive cinema game Nazar has debuted as a 2D platformer on Steam with a blend of ancient Turkish history and science fiction.Tech - VentureBeat - 3 days ago -
How to survive yet another ‘most important election in history’
How might we survive this election without succumbing to alienation, loneliness and despair?Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Election history: 2 Black women projected to serve in the Senate at the same time
Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester and Angela Alsobrooks are projected to win. It will mark the first time two Black women will serve in the Senate.Top stories - ABC News - Yesterday -
JD Vance: 'We just witnessed the greatest political comeback in the history of the USA'
JD Vance thanked Donald Trump for placing his trust in him and hailed "the greatest political comeback in the history of the United States of America."Top stories - NBC News - Yesterday -
Before He Was College Basketball Royalty, He Taught High School History
Dan Hurley, the winner of two national championships at Connecticut, started his career as a teacher at St. Benedict’s Preparatory School in New Jersey.Sports - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Donald Trump just won the greatest jury verdict in American history
The 2024 election saw a rejection of lawfare, with Democratic prosecutors' efforts to prosecute Donald Trump failing to make a significant impact on the outcome.Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
8 women who made history in the 2024 election: ‘It’s humbling to win’
Although fewer women ran for Congress this year, female candidates notched historic wins across the U.S.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
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Farrell confident history will add spice to All Blacks World Cup rematch
Spat between Sexton and Ioane has added another layer of intrigue to first meeting since 2023 quarter-final . In Ireland we have a curious custom of thanking the bus driver when he or she pulls up ...World - The Guardian - 12 hours ago -
Lions' huge win over Cowboys ends with final score that's never been seen before in NFL history
Ladies and gentlemen, we have a scorigami!Sports - CBS Sports - October 14 -
How Yankees will try to break down Guardians' bullpen, which is one of the best in MLB history
Can Cleveland's heavily used relievers hold up in the best-of-seven ALCS?Sports - CBS Sports - October 14 -
The bull market is entering its 3rd year. Here’s what history says will happen next.
U.S. stocks were kicking off their third year in the bull market with the S&P 500 scoring a fresh record on Monday — but history suggests investors need to be prepared for a potential setback in ...Business - MarketWatch - October 14 -
Israeli strikes kill 21 in Lebanon, including in a town with a dark history of civilian deaths
Officials say Israeli airstrikes have pounded areas across Lebanon, killing at least 21 people, including more than a dozen in a southern town where Israeli bombardments in previous conflicts are ...World - ABC News - October 16 -
"Mornings Memory": Meet the 90-year-old baking champion who made history
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back to the year 2000, when 90-year-old Gladys Jeffries became a county fair sensation, winning more baking ribbons than anyone could count.Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
Is the NFC North the best division in NFL history? Through six weeks, it sure looks that way
The Vikings, Packers, Lions and Bears are all dominating opponentsSports - CBS Sports - October 16 -
Parents sue son's high school history teacher over AI 'cheating' punishment
The lawsuit, filed in Massachusetts district court, said the student didn’t break any rules and is now at a disadvantage in the college application process.Top stories - NBC News - October 16 -
Where does Sabrina Ionescu's game-winning 3-pointer rank among the biggest shots in WNBA Finals history?
Ionescu hit a step-back 3 with one second left to lift the Liberty to a dramatic Game 3 winSports - CBS Sports - October 17 -
Good news: there’s a new Horrible History DVD boxset out. Bad news: your children may not find it funny
Studios usually twist themselves into pretzels to avoid confusing movie titles. But this Christmas, unwary fans of the CBBC show should beware. Great news, parents! In just a few short weeks, a new ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
Historic bitcoin theft tied to Connecticut kidnapping, luxury cars, $500K bar bills
The kidnapping of a Connecticut couple has been linked to one of the biggest thefts of cryptocurrency from an individual in United States history.Business - CNBC - October 18 -
Broncos destroy Saints: Sean Payton becomes seventh coach in NFL history to defeat all 32 NFL teams
Payton joins a select list after win on Thursday nightSports - CBS Sports - October 18 -
Duke knocks off Florida State for first time in school history as Seminoles stumble to worst start since 1975
The Blue Devils reached bowl eligibility and ended a 22-game losing streak to the SeminolesSports - CBS Sports - October 19 -
The history of Caribbean slavery is being lost. Britain must act now to preserve it | Laura Trevelyan and Nicole Phillip
Climate-related disasters are destroying precious records. At next week’s Commonwealth summit, King Charles can show his support for their protection. Quacou, Hankey, Cuffee, Fatima, Fanny Ibo and ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Juan Soto's ALCS heroics land him in Yankees playoff home run history alongside manager Aaron Boone
Soto's extra-innings home run Saturday helped send the Yankees to the World SeriesSports - CBS Sports - October 20 -
NY Liberty win first WNBA championship, beating Minnesota 67-62 in OT
The New York Liberty finally have a WNBA championship after beating the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 in overtime of a decisive Game 5 on Sunday nightSports - ABC News - October 21 -
Saquon Barkley makes Eagles history in dominant return to New York vs. Giants
The former Giants star ran all over his old teamSports - CBS Sports - October 21
