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Hong Kong Exchange Operator's Profit Rises on Strong Trading, Listings

Hong Kong’s stock-exchange operator reported higher profit for the second straight quarter as improved market sentiment boosted trading and listing activity.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

Chinese influence operation targets U.S. down-ballot races, Microsoft says

Affected lawmakers — all Republicans — include Rep. Barry Moore of Alabama, Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas and Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee.

Operators of vessel that destroyed Baltimore's Key Bridge to pay nearly $102M: DOJ

The operators of the vessel that destroyed Baltimore’s Key Bridge have agreed to pay nearly $102 million for costs stemming from the federal response.

Owner, operator of ship that rammed into Baltimore bridge settles with DOJ

The owner and operator of the cargo ship that rammed and caused the collapse of a Baltimore bridge earlier this year settled a civil lawsuit that was brought by the Department of Justice (DOJ) last ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Thames Water Proposes $3.9 Billion Funding Deal to Continue Operations

The U.K. water company said the deal would enable the debt-laden company to continue with its planned investment and maintenance of its infrastructure.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 25

Beyoncé brings star power as Kamala Harris touts ‘freedom’ in Texas

Vice-president seeks to energise women voters as White House race against Donald Trump tightens

Business - Financial Times - October 26

Trump, Vance, Harris campaign potential targets of China-backed hackers

Federal authorities believe China-backed cybercriminals may have tried to tap into phones or networks used by Trump, Vance and Harris campaign staff, sources familiar with the matter confirmed.

Nasdaq hits record high as tech stocks rebound from summer sell-off

Sharp turnaround from 15% slide as investors make ‘heads I win, tails you lose’ bet

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Georgia's president says the country was the victim of a Russian 'special operation' in election

World - ABC News - October 27

Georgian president won't recognize parliamentary election result and calls for a protest

Georgia’s president says she doesn't recognize the results of this weekend’s parliamentary vote, which election officials say was won by the ruling party

World - ABC News - October 27

Feds sweep NYC jail where Sean "Diddy" Combs is being held

The NYC jail where Sean "Diddy" Combs is being held was targeted with an interagency operation, federal prison officials said.

American strikes kill up to 35 ISIS operatives in Syria, U.S. says

The U.S. military struck several Islamic State group camps in central Syria, killing up to 35 operatives, said the U.S. Central Command.

Watch: Helicopters and diggers used in Spain flooding rescues

At least 95 people have died and more are missing after torrential rain caused devastating flash floods.

Halloween haunted houses are a scary business proposition, operators say

Scaring people for a living is a tough racket. "A bunch of teenagers that say 'Boo!' — that won't fly anymore," one haunted house veteran says.

Rescue operations still underway after floods in Spain, at least 95 dead

Spain has declared three days of mourning and rescue operations are continuing after meteorologists say a year's worth of rain fell in just eight hours Tuesday and Wednesday, triggering deadly ...

Alleged spy says he 'sabotaged operation' to travel to Iran

The former British soldier accused of spying for Iran tells his trial that he deliberately avoided travelling to the country.

Reports: Many dead in continuing Israeli operation across Gaza Strip

World - Yahoo News - 6 days ago

Eye Opener: Rescue operations continue in Spain after flooding

Rescue operations are continuing in Spain after flash flooding killed over 200 people. Meanwhile, the 2024 race for the presidential election is coming to a close. All that and all that matters in ...

Elon Musk’s canvassing operation sued in California for alleged labor law violations

Plaintiffs accuse America Pac of several violations during its operation to support Orange county’s Michelle Steel. Elon Musk’s troubled canvassing operation on behalf of Donald Trump and the ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

Israel Says Elite Naval Commandos Abducted Hezbollah Operative

It appeared to be the deepest Israeli operation by sea and ground inside Lebanon during the current war.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Israel Says Commandos Capture Hezbollah Operative in Rare Raid by Sea

The abduction of the Lebanese national involved Israel’s version of the Navy SEALs working deep in Lebanese territory.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 5 days ago

Israel says commandos seized Hizbollah operative from coastal town

IDF raid is first operation of its kind inside Lebanon since hostilities erupted with militant group

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

TikTok Canada Unit Ordered to Dissolve Operations on National-Security Concerns

Canada ordered the domestic unit of TikTok to dissolve its business operations in the country, while still allowing its citizens to continue using the app.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday

Sony raises guidance on gaming strength, quarterly operating profit beats estimates

Sony raised sales guidance for the full year and posted operating profit that smashed analyst expectations after a strong quarter for its gaming business.

Business - CNBC - 1 hour ago

Harris: Trump is 'dangerous' for Black Americans

Vice President Harris is zeroing in on former President Trump’s history of racially charged comments in an effort to warn Black voters away from casting their ballots for him in November. In an ...

Politics - The Hill - October 14

Designers push for Black hairstyle emojis

There are almost 4,000 emojis to help people express themselves online, but a group of young design students in London says not one features Black or mixed-race hairstyles. As CBS News' Tina Kraus ...

Peering inside a (fiscal) black hole

Come for the snark, stay for the Soundgarden puns

World - Financial Times - November 1

Harris appeals to Black voters at Sunday service

GREENVILLE, N.C. — Vice President Harris made an appeal to Black voters, participating in a Sunday service to talk about hurricane disinformation and teachings from the Bible about helping others. ...

Politics - The Hill - October 13

Harris expands economic plans with focus on Black men

Vice President Harris on Monday released an opportunity agenda for Black men, focusing on helping business owners, teachers, cryptocurrency investors, men with health conditions, and men in the ...