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Interest rates held at 5% but set to fall gradually, says Bank
Economists are betting on rates being held in September with a cut to come in November instead.26 minutes ago -
ABC News - Sports
Paris Olympics anti-doping program found almost 50 cases. More likely with re-tests over 10 years
The Paris Olympics anti-doping program caught five athletes after earlier finding 40 rule violations among competitors who had been expected to take part in the Games1 hour ago - Olympics -
NBC News - Top stories
How new compensation rules are transforming college gymnastics and attracting Olympic stars
When former gymnast Jordyn Wieber won the all-around world championship ahead of the 2012 London Olympics, she faced a difficult dilemma.3 hours ago - Olympics -
Financial Times - Business
Schizophrenia: the new drug set to tackle the ‘cancer of psychiatry’
But the healthcare system in the US still struggles to provide adequate care for those with serious mental illness10 hours ago -
ABC News - Sports
Soderstrom and Gelof lead A's past Cubs 5-3, clinching NL Central crown for Brewers
Tyler Soderstrom homered and Zack Gelof hit a tiebreaking double in the eighth inning as the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago Cubs 5-3, putting the Milwaukee Brewers in the playoffs12 hours ago - MLB -
ABC News - Entertainment
Harvey Weinstein faces a new sex crime charge. The accuser has never gone public
Harvey Weinstein is facing a new sex crime charge from as he awaits retrial in his landmark #MeToo case in New York14 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
What an athlete’s murder tells us about women’s safety in Kenya
Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei's killing by her ex-partner revives calls for action on gender-based violence.14 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Billie Jean King to become first solo female athlete to receive Congressional Gold Medal
Billie Jean King will become the first individual female athlete to be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal.17 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Protest 'buffer zones' around abortion clinics to come into force
Those who break the law protecting areas around abortion clinics could face an unlimited fine.Yesterday - Abortion -
The New York Times - Sports
College in Springfield, Ohio, Cancels Athletic Events Over Security Concerns
Wittenberg University, a Division III school, had multiple teams slated to compete in events between Tuesday and Sunday.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Sports
A Small-Market Team Is Setting an Example for M.L.B.
The Royals are on the brink of the postseason because they wanted to get better quickly. It’s refreshing, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Vols up ticket costs by 10% to help pay athletes
Tennessee is increasing the cost of tickets for all sports by 10%, with the "talent fee" being used to help pay athletes as part of the revenue-sharing plan.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Small Springfield college moves classes online, cancels athletic events due to bomb threats
Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio, decided to move classes online and cancel on-campus activities from Sept. 16-22 following threats received by the school as recently as Monday, according ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Billie Jean King set to earn another honor with the Congressional Gold Medal
Billie Jean King will become the first individual female athlete to be awarded the Congressional Gold MedalYesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Mark O'Meara set to retire at Pebble Beach, site of six significant titles
Mark O’Meara is ready to retire, and he has picked the ideal spot in Pebble Beach.Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
UFC's O'Malley set for hip surgery after title loss
Sean O'Malley, who lost his bantamweight title this past weekend at UFC 306, is scheduled to undergo hip surgery early next month to repair a torn labrum he suffered while training for his title ...Yesterday -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
A crew filmed Simone Biles at Olympics. Netflix doc may help Jordan Chiles get bronze medal back
Footage for a Simone Biles docuseries on Netflix has been submitted as evidence in court appeal to overturn decision that stripped Jordan Chiles of Olympic bronze medal.Yesterday - Olympics -
The New York Times - Business
Air Mail, Digital Weekly for the Smart Set, Is Said to Be Exploring a Sale
The company, founded in 2019, is known for its weekend newsletter of deeply reported features, travel recommendations and shopping tips.Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Jordan Chiles controversy: Gymnast files appeal to Swiss court in effort to keep Paris Olympics bronze medal
Chiles was stripped of her bronze medal in floor exercise due to a clock technicalityYesterday - Olympics -
CBS Sports - Sports
Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio cancels all athletic contests due to security concerns
Springfield, Ohio has seen a massive influx of threats of violence due to viral false stories about Haitian immigrantsYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Save up to 30% on Hexclad cookware sets for a limited time
Don't miss this opportunity to upgrade your kitchen cookware with Hexclad cookware, now on sale for up to 30% off.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Tom Cruise didn't get a paycheck for Olympics skydiving stunt: 'He did it all for free,' organizer says
The 62-year-old flew from London to Los Angeles and back in the same day to pull off the stunt.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
French police search for Benin track and field athlete missing for days
Beninese athlete Odile Ahouanwanou has been missing for a week, police in France say, as they appeal for information on here whereabouts.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
Instagram Teen Accounts: What to Know About New Privacy Settings
The social media app says new privacy settings and features will create more age-appropriate experiences for youth under 18.2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Signs grow of escalation with Hezbollah as Israel sets new war goal
Israel has a new war goal, adding to mounting signs that the conflict could soon expand to the country's north as it warned the U.S. that “military action” would likely be the only way to address ...2 days ago - Israel -
Inc. - Business
Staying Composed Under Pressure: How Leaders Set the Tone in Tough Situations
Pressure can reveal a lot about your leadership style.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Major oil spill averted after Houthi attack set tanker alight
The Greek-owned Sounion, carrying one million barrels of crude, was attacked by Yemen's Houthis.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Chiles appeals to Supreme Court over Olympic bronze
Gymnast Jordan Chiles appeals to the Federal Supreme Court of Switzerland in an attempt to be awarded an Olympic bronze medal.2 days ago - Olympics -
BBC News - Top stories
Israel sets new war goal of returning residents to the north
It has warned it might use force against Hezbollah, whose attacks have forced mass evacuations.2 days ago - Israel -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Jordan Chiles files appeal with Swiss court in attempt to reclaim Olympic gymnastics bronze medal
Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics was overturned and instead awarded to Romania’s Ana Bǎrbosu.2 days ago - Olympics -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail after pleading not guilty to sex trafficking, racketeering charges
The musician and record producer was arrested in New York months after raids on his Holmby Hills and Miami homes as part of a federal inquiry.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Jordan Chiles takes bid to reclaim Olympic bronze to Swiss Supreme Court
American gymnast Jordan Chiles is asking Switzerland's Supreme Court to overturn a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport that stripped her of a bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics.2 days ago - Olympics -
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.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Jordan Chiles appeals Olympic medal decision in Swiss court
Jordan Chiles, the gymnast who had her bronze medal stripped from her moments after the 2024 Paris Olympics concluded, is fighting the decision in Switzerland's Supreme Court. "Jordan Chiles' ...2 days ago - Olympics