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Foreign Election Interference, and Volkswagen May Close Factories

Plus, why you should never cross a crow.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Panthers to start Young; Brooks may make debut

The Panthers will again start Bryce Young at quarterback Sunday, while rookie running back Jonathon Brooks could make his NFL debut vs. the Saints.

Sports - ESPN - October 31

England's last executed 'witch' may have survived

A spelling error in a court document could mean the woman was not hanged, a Southampton historian says.

Jobless claims retreat for third straight week, hit lowest level since May

Initial jobless claims fell by 12,000 to 216,000 in the week ending Oct. 26, compared with economists’ expectations that claims would rise to 230,000.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

The Jobs Report on Friday May Be a Fluke and a Political Football

Economists expect the October data to show unusually weak job creation. But hurricanes and strikes may account for much of the shortfall.

Business - The New York Times - October 31

How the US election may unsettle Europe

Europeans mostly prefer Harris to Trump but challenges lie ahead on democracy, defence and economics

World - Financial Times - November 2

The Best Ever Game Controller May Be Set for a Comeback

The GameCube's controller remains a titan, which is why so many have “borrowed” from its design. But now things are afoot that signal Nintendo could be about to resurrect this gaming gem.

Tech - Wired - November 3

Watchdog says cladding removal deadline may be missed

It says up to 60% of buildings with dangerous cladding have still not been identified.

You May Not Be Able to Outrun a Vampire Bat

Scientists put the bloodsucking mammals on a treadmill to understand how they get the energy to chase down their next meal.

Science - The New York Times - November 7

With Trump Win, Musk’s Mars Dream May Advance

After bold, even overly ambitious comments about reaching the red planet, the billionaire founder of SpaceX may be positioned for added government support.

Business - Inc. - 6 days ago

Assisted dying: caution and compromise may end in dissatisfaction

Politicians who support a law change in principle may still vote against the bill that currently falls short

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

At Long Last, the Surge in S.T.I.s May Be Leveling Off

Rates of gonorrhea declined in 2023, while diagnoses of syphilis and chlamydia held roughly steady, according to new C.D.C. data.

Health - The New York Times - 2 days ago

The Trump majority may soon feel buyers’ remorse

The 2024 election results suggest that the Trump majority may soon have cause for second thoughts, as the proposed tax cuts and tariffs could lead to increased inflation and worker shortages, ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Trump needs concessions from Putin — they may be forthcoming

The Russian president wants to save face on Ukraine but this doesn’t mean he won’t give anything away

World - Financial Times - 14 hours ago

Jobless claims fall to lowest level since May

Companies may not be hiring at the same pace as earlier in the year — but they are also not firing workers.

Business - MarketWatch - 13 hours ago

Why a "slowmance" may be a great approach this cuffing season

As the weather cools down, dating heats up — but here's why a "slowmance" might be worth a try this cuffing season.

How Musk’s Government Efficiency Panel May Look

Trump has tasked Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the effort to streamline the government.

Business - Inc. - 4 hours ago

Davante Adams to wear familiar number with Jets after rookie WR makes generous offer

Adams is already being embraced by one of his new teammates

Sports - CBS Sports - October 16

The Fantasy Football Numbers Do Lie: Best days lie ahead for DK Metcalf, Geno Smith

Fantasy football analyst Dalton Del Don tells us why the stats tell us big days are coming for a couple of Seahawks stars.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 17

Courteney Cox Has 3 Pieces of Advice for Entrepreneurs. Number 1? ‘Have a No Asshole Policy’

At the 2024 Inc. 5000 Conference, the ‘Friends’ actress and Homecourt founder offered frank advice to her fellow entrepreneurs.

Business - Inc. - October 17

With Davante Adams and Malachi Corley, NFL allows deviation from in-season number change

The NFL doesn't allow players to change their jersey numbers during the season.