Hopes Trump Rethinks

Democrats invest in American voters abroad hoping to make the difference

The votes of overseas Americans could make the difference in tight U.S. elections, and are being courted by Democrats and Republicans alike.

Hoping for a weight-loss pill? It could get closer to reality next week.

Viking Therapeutics Inc.’s stock rose 2% Friday as excitement continued to build about data on its oral weight-loss drug the company will present at the upcoming Obesity Week event.

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

Boeing’s bonds are offering juicy yields as hopes build for end to machinists strike

Boeing’s stock rose Friday on hopes for an end to a costly strike as members of its machinists union geared up for a third contract vote on Monday, but its bonds were also looking attractive.

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

'A lot of women are rising up': Harris hopes hinge on female vote

Polls show young women overwhelmingly support Harris - some of them tell the BBC why.

From an Olympian to a 45-race veteran: the hopes of New York Marathon runners

On Sunday more than 50,000 runners will run a 26.2-mile route from Staten Island to Central Park. The New York City Marathon is seen as the toughest world major for a reason. New York is a city ...

World - The Guardian - November 2

Harris’s Hope: Getting Right-Leaning Voters to Shift to the Left

Democrats see a narrow opening to peel away center-right voters bothered by abortion bans and by the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 2

Israel Strikes Near Lebanon’s Capital as Hopes for a Cease-Fire Fade

The Biden administration sent envoys including the C.I.A. director to the Middle East this week, but Israel, Hezbollah and Hamas all appeared far from a deal to end the fighting.

World - The New York Times - November 1

UK bike-makers hope quality will steer them round market potholes

Niche manufacturers from Moulton to Atherton follow low-volume, high-price strategy amid wider industry crisis

World - Financial Times - November 2

Arsenal's title hopes hit by Newcastle as Premier League's unlikely rivalry deepens

Arsenal and Newcastle are at opposite ends of England, but a real rivalry has grown between them, with the Gunners' loss on Saturday the latest installment.

Sports - ESPN - November 3

Automakers Are Hot for Extended-Range EVs. They Hope Buyers Like Them Too

The tech, a waypoint between fully electric cars and gas-powered ones, has shown up in more and more US—and Chinese—vehicles. Can EREV tech get more drivers into electrics?

Tech - Wired - November 3

McLaren Gambled. It May Have Ended Their Formula 1 Title Hopes.

Lando Norris’s charge to overtake Max Verstappen could have met its unofficial end, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 4

With election anxieties high, accepting defeat offers hope for democracy

While there may not be a cure for our national angst, there is still one thing that works — fair play.

Díaz hat-trick dashes Alonso’s hopes on Champions League return to Liverpool

The finest tribute to Xabi Alonso, Arne Slot wrote in his programme notes, “is to be the best Liverpool that we can possibly be with no quarter asked and no quarter given.” His team obliged ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

Kamala Harris yet to speak as Trump wins White House

Exit poll data suggests Kamala Harris may have underperformed with female voters.

NFL trade deadline winners and losers: While Chiefs and Lions bolster Super Bowl hopes, Cowboys sacrifice only their future

DeAndre Hopkins is already paying off for the Chiefs and the Lions and Commanders beefed up on defense. But what are the Cowboys and Steelers both made underwhelming additions.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 6

Study raises hopes of treating aggressive cancers by zapping rogue DNA

Tumours could be reduced by targeting genetic material driving their growth with a new drug in early-stage trials. Scientists have raised hopes of treating some of the most aggressive cases of ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

The end of Germany’s dysfunctional coalition offers Europe new hope

Paralysis in Berlin is a big reason the EU is ill-prepared for Donald Trump’s return

World - Financial Times - November 7

Kamala Harris’s Concession Speech Was a Master Class in Why Hope Beats Optimism for Resilience

Psychologists say hope beats optimism in dark times. In her concession speech, Kamala Harris showed she understands the difference.

Business - Inc. - November 7

Easy-fit prosthetics offer hope to thousands of Gaza amputees

Children are among the thousands to have lost limbs in Gaza, forcing them to learn a new way of life.

Reasons to be hopeful: five ways science is making the world better

If Trump’s re-election is getting you down, these innovations in medicine and technology should cheer you up. Ian Sample Continue reading...

World - The Guardian - November 9

Barça sign Nike deal, hope to ease financial woes

LaLiga giants Barcelona have announced a new multi-year agreement with kit supplier Nike which will help to further alleviate their financial problems.

Sports - ESPN - November 10

Jalen Hurts, Eagles seize first place in NFC East as Dak Prescott-less Cowboys endure another home horror show

Dallas' playoff hopes are all but lost after a hapless showing against Philadelphia.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 11

In 'The Penguin' finale, Cristin Milioti finds a glimmer of hope for Sofia

Cristin Milioti speaks about the finale of HBO's "The Penguin" and why Sofia is her favorite character she's ever played.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 11

Republicans declare victory in hotly contested Pa. Senate race as final votes are counted

NBC News hasn't yet called the Senate race in Pennsylvania, where Republican Dave McCormick holds a narrow lead over Democratic Sen. Bob Casey.

Tua and the Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive in win vs. Rams

The Dolphins managed to keep Matthew Stafford and the Rams from scoring a touchdown.

Sports - ESPN - November 12

The inspiring scientists who saved the world’s first seed bank

During the siege of Leningrad, botanists in charge of an irreplaceable seed collection had to protect it from fire, rodents – and hunger. Somewhere in the sky above, the mosquito drone of a plane’s ...

World - The Guardian - November 12

Hakeem Jeffries on hopes for bipartisanship as Congress edges toward GOP control

One week after Election Day, key House races remain undecided as CBS News projects Congress leaning Republican. If confirmed, Republicans would control the House, Senate and White House for the ...

Kyrie shares hopeful message for Klay ahead of Mavs-Warriors

Kyrie Irving shared his thoughts on former Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson's return to Chase Center for the first time as a member of the Dallas Mavericks.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 13

US overdose deaths are down, giving experts hope for an enduring decline

New government data shows that U.S. drug overdose deaths appear to be showing a sustained decline

Health - ABC News - November 13

Jags rule out Lawrence, hope for post-bye return

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Lions, coach Doug Pederson said Wednesday.

Sports - ESPN - November 13

Turkey's Erdogan says he remains hopeful about reconciliation with Syria

Turkey's president says he remains hopeful that a reconciliation with Syrian President Bashar Assad can be achieved

World - ABC News - November 13

Spain clings to fragments of hope in time of disaster after floods

Floods and torrential rain have not gone away and residents hail stories of heroism as the clean-up continues.

Why next five days are key to Scots' World Cup hopes

The Nations League matches with Croatia and Poland could determined Scotland's World Cup hopes. Here's why...

Tapestry, Capri End Merger Hopes Amid Legal Uncertainty

Tapestry—the owner of luxury brands such as Kate Spade and Coach—and Capri—owner of Michael Kors, Versace and Jimmy Choo ended their merger efforts after a federal lawsuit sought to block the deal.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 14

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