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The Hill - Politics
GOP: New threat to Trump will boost his campaign
Republican lawmakers think the second assassination attempt against former President Trump could give his struggling campaign a needed boost by energizing GPO voters and putting Democrats on the ...2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Johnson tees up rescheduled funding bill vote as critics dig in
Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) decision to reschedule a vote on his partisan spending plan is leaving Congress seemingly no closer to averting a government shutdown at the end of the month, as ...2 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Fed expected to lower interest rate in bid to firm up labor market
The Federal Reserve is expected to announce Wednesday its first interest rate cut since 2020.3 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Craigslist Founder Pledges $100 Million to Boost U.S. Cybersecurity
Donation brings Craig Newmark’s charitable commitments to around $400 million.3 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Here's What the Fearless Fund Settlement Means for DEI Efforts Nationwide
The Fearless Fund's year-plus-long fight against an anti-DEI lawsuit is over -- and its grant program for Black women entrepreneurs has ceased. Here's what that could mean for the DEI landscape.4 hours ago -
NBC News - Politics
House to vote on Speaker Mike Johnson's funding plan as shutdown looms
Speaker Mike Johnson said House Republicans will vote on a six-month bill to avoid a government shutdown linked to Trump's citizenship voting bill.14 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Steve Cohen to step back from trading at hedge fund Point72
Billionaire investor will focus on ‘running the firm’ he founded and ‘mentoring and coaching’ new talent14 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Republicans question proposal to boost Secret Service funding
Some Republicans are questioning whether a boost in spending for the Secret Service as part of the upcoming government funding bill would help protect former President Trump in the immediate term. ...15 hours ago - Republican Party -
Financial Times - Business
BlackRock and Microsoft plan $30bn fund to invest in AI infrastructure
Nvidia and Abu Dhabi-backed MGX will join effort as energy-intensive tech strains power and data grids15 hours ago - Microsoft -
NBC News - Top stories
Crypto spending on 2024 election hits $190 million, led by Winklevoss twins
Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss are the biggest individual crypto donors this election cycle, giving a combined $10.1 million, or slightly over $5 million each, according to Federal Election ...16 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Superbugs could kill 40 million by 2050: Research
Superbugs that are increasingly resistant to infections could kill up to 40 million people between now and 2050, according to new research published in the journal The Lancet. During that time ...17 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Pint of no return? Two-thirds measure could boost English health – study
Scientists reach conclusion after trial in which pints were scrapped in a dozen pubs, bars and restaurants. Fancy a quick two-thirds? It may lack the appeal of the more familiar after work social, ...18 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Pentagon Awards Startup Rocket Motor Maker Ursa Major $12.5 Million
The Pentagon turns to smaller private companies as it tries to build up supplies depleted by supporting Ukraine and Israel.19 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
New Trump Crypto Venture Gets Boost From GOP Candidate Himself
Donald Trump announced the creation of a new family cryptocurrency business that--for now--is getting more attention for potential conflicts of interest than the startup's operating details.20 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Top stories
Presidential Campaigns and Allies Plan $500 Million in TV and Radio Ads
Groups backing Vice President Kamala Harris have reserved $332 million worth of airtime. Just about $194 million in ads will come from groups backing former President Donald J. Trump.21 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
White House seeks bump in Secret Service funding, sources say
The Biden administration is asking Congress to increase Secret Service spending after Sunday's apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. Multiple sources tell CBS News ...21 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Corporate greed doesn’t need a boost from ‘anti-ESG’ politicians
Republicans are attempting to demonize environmental, social and governance practices in investing.21 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Philip Morris to Take $220 Million Loss on Sale of Inhaled-Medicine Unit
Philip Morris said it expects to record a loss on the sale of its inhaled-therapeutics unit to Molex Asia Holdings as it retools its pharmaceutical business.22 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Speaker Johnson eyes Wednesday vote on stopgap funding plan
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is eyeing a Wednesday vote on his partisan stopgap proposal, he announced on Tuesday, after he was forced to yank it from the floor amid widespread GOP opposition last ...22 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
A possible Fed interest-rate cut boosts home builders confidence
Builder sentiment rose as mortgage rates fell, the National Association of Home Builders said.22 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
Instagram teen accounts and posts to be made private by default
Meta says parents will be able to "guide" a safer experience - critics say the firm itself should do more.22 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Traders step up bets on BoE interest rate cut
Markets price in 35% chance of central bank move this week as expectations of large US rate cut have grown23 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Right to WFH boosts productivity, Labour says
Firms should "judge people on outcomes, not presenteeism", Jonathan Reynolds insists.Yesterday -
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Financial Times - World
UK urged to reform science research funding to compete globally
Report by Lord Mandelson calls for more focus on critical technologies as part of wider industrial strategyYesterday - United Kingdom -
The Wall Street Journal - World
One Million Are Now Dead or Injured in the Russia-Ukraine War
The high losses on both sides are posing problems on the battlefield and accelerating demographic fears.Yesterday - Ukraine -
The Guardian - World
The cement company that paid millions to Isis: was Lafarge complicit in crimes against humanity?
The French cement giant started operating in Syria just before the civil war erupted. When Islamic State took over the region, Lafarge paid them protection money so it could keep trading. The ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
Rachel Reeves must show that she’s serious about boosting growth
The UK chancellor should take some hard decisions on employment, productivity and investmentYesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Fund managers bemoan lack of choice in UK stock market
Rise in foreign takeovers and shortage of IPOs reduce pool that investors can select fromYesterday - United Kingdom -
Financial Times - Business
Sports group backed by Saudi wealth fund seeks stake in European basketball
EuroLeague is looking to sell minority holding worth €1bn, but PIF’s SURJ firm faces competition from BC PartnersYesterday -
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ESPN - Sports
Red Wings sign Raymond for 8 years, $64.6 million
The Detroit Red Wings signed forward Lucas Raymond, 22, the fourth pick of the 2020 NHL draft who has blossomed into one of the club's best players, to an eight-year contract worth $64.6 million on ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
White House seeks to boost Secret Service funds after 2nd Trump shooting
The Biden administration is asking Congress to increase Secret Service funding following Sunday's apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. This request comes about two weeks ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
VentureBeat - Tech
Forge hits 1 million players and reveals new set of Web3 investors
Forge, a platform for community-driven game marketing and engagement, has hit a million registered users and revealed new investors.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Microsoft Boosts Dividend, Authorizes Buyback of Up to $60 Billion
Microsoft will raise its quarterly payout by about 11% and begin a new stock-buyback program.Yesterday - Microsoft -