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BBC News - Top stories
Meet Pesto: the fat baby penguin and viral superstar
The obscenely fluffy nine-month-old chick weighs more than both of his foster parents combined.31 minutes ago -
The Guardian - World
Low-lying Pacific islands pin hopes on UN meeting as sea rise threatens survival
UN general assembly to hold special session this week as experts say rises already locked in by climate change mean disappearance of many atolls. The Pacific country of Kiribati might be surrounded ...5 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
5 things to know about the UN meetings in New York
Foreign dignitaries will descend on New York City beginning Tuesday for this week’s United Nations General Assembly, tackling topics including the powder keg situation in the Middle East and ...6 hours ago - New York -
The New York Times - World
Biden Meets With UAE President, Mohammed bin Zayed, in Washington
The meetings with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed were expected to focus on Gaza, the war in Sudan and artificial intelligence.9 hours ago - Joe Biden -
ABC News - Top stories
Potential hurricane could hit Gulf Coast this week: What to know
A potential hurricane -- which would be named Helene -- is churning in the Caribbean and is forecast to make landfall along the Florida Panhandle on Thursday.9 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Legend Of Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Everything To Know
It’s been over a decade since the last time we set out as Link in a new 2D Legend of Zelda game (I refuse to acknowledge the existence of TriForce Heroes), but the next installment in the top down ...9 hours ago -
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BBC News - Top stories
Russia gripped by human rights crackdown, says UN
A UN investigation found evidence of increased police brutality and repression since February 2022.15 hours ago - Russia -
The Guardian - World
Russia-Ukraine war live: Images suggest Russia’s new intercontinental ballistic missile suffered major test failure
Expert analysis shows crater about 60 metres wide at launch silo for Sarmat missile test. Relations with Russia should be reconsidered after its war in Ukraine is over, French President Emmanuel ...15 hours ago - Russia -
The New York Times - World
Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Spiral in Week of Attacks: What to Know
Exploding pagers, a major Israeli strike in Beirut and Hezbollah attacks deep inside Israel have brought the two sides closer than they’ve been in years to a full-scale war.16 hours ago - Israel -
NBC News - Top stories
Everything you need to know about the Walmart Holiday Deals event
Walmart is offering deals on holiday gifts, seasonal products, everyday essentials and more during Walmart Holiday Deals. These are all the details about the October savings event.16 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Harris to meet with United Arab Emirates president
Trump and Vance stump in swing states19 hours ago - Kamala Harris -
The New York Times - World
U.N. Meets Amid a Backdrop of Growing Chaos and Violence
Beginning Tuesday, world leaders will discuss three wars, climate change, rising sea levels and proposals to expand representation on the Security Council.20 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
World leaders gathering in New York for UN General Assembly. The outlook is gloomy
It's not a great moment in world affairs right nowYesterday - New York -
ABC News - World
As UN meets, Haitians express hopelessness at finding an international solution to gang crisis
As world leaders discuss the future of efforts to wrangle the gangs strangling Haiti, Haitians are expressing hopelessness over an international response to the tide of violenceYesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
On Chicago’s South Side, White Sox Fans Know Misery. But Not Like This.
The baseball team tied the modern day record for losses on Sunday, dropping a 120th game. In the team’s most loyal neighborhood, some people couldn’t bear to watch.Yesterday - MLB -
BBC News - Top stories
Israel and Hezbollah urged to step back as UN warns of 'catastrophe'
Israel says it will continue military action, as the UN chief raises the risk of Lebanon becoming "another Gaza".Yesterday - Israel -
The Guardian - World
Russia isolated at UN summit after surprise bid to derail pact
Country’s attempt to defer adoption of ambitious ‘pact for the future’ to reform institution rejected 143 votes to seven. Russia was left badly isolated at a high-profile UN summit in New York when ...Yesterday - Russia -
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The New York Times - Sports
The W.N.B.A. Playoffs Have Arrived. Here’s Everything to Know.
The most-hyped regular season since the league’s inception delivered excitement from start to finish, but the real drama is just getting started.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Sports
What to Know About One of the Biggest Games of the Premier League Season
Manchester City and Arsenal have dominated the league in the last two seasons.Yesterday -
NBC News - Politics
Biden expected to make one of his final major speeches at UN
President Biden is expected to make one of his final major speeches on the world stage when he gathers with leaders from across the globe in New York for the United Nations General Assembly. Among ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Wired - Tech
Meet the People Traveling the World, Thanks to Crowdfunding
To finance their travels, these people turned to the bank of friends, family, and strangers.Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Kenyan president visits Haiti as it grapples with future of international efforts to fight gangs
Kenya’s President William Ruto has arrived in Haiti2 days ago -
The New York Times - Science
2024 Fall Equinox: What to Know About the Start of Astronomical Autumn
During an equinox, places around the globe experience nearly equal amounts of daytime and nighttime. The second occurrence this year happens on Sunday.2 days ago -
ABC News - World
What to know about the growing conflict between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah
This week saw a dizzying escalation in the nearly yearlong conflict between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah2 days ago - Israel -
Inc. - Business
Leading Effective Meetings: Managing Challenges and Driving Accountability
When tensions arise, try to diffuse the situation.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
UN chief António Guterres to seek world leaders’ backing for vision of the future
Pact covering wars, AI, climate crisis and inequality has been watered down, say critics. The UN’s secretary general, António Guterres, will try to persuade world leaders to extend their horizons ...3 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Is Labour on track to meet its promises on the environment?
Though the party has plenty to celebrate at its first conference in power for 15 years, there is much work to do to on net zero. When Keir Starmer arrives in Liverpool this weekend promising an ...3 days 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.3 days 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.3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
5 things to know about Mark Robinson, the GOP candidate embroiled in controversy
North Carolina gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson has been the center of attention following a bombshell report released by CNN that linked that state's GOP lieutenant governor to an account that ...3 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
NFL offenses aren't scoring as much. Nobody knows exactly why.
NFL teams are currently averaging 21.4 points per game, the fifth straight year the scoring average has decreased and the fewest points per game total since 2006.3 days ago - NFL -
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 countries3 days ago - Climate -
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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."3 days 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.4 days ago