Poll Workers Aren’t

No, poll workers aren’t handing out Sharpies to invalidate ballots.

The writing utensils figured prominently in conspiracy theories in previous elections. But they’re often fine to use on paper ballots.

Business - The New York Times - October 29

Georgia poll worker accused of threatening to bomb election workers

A Georgia poll worker was arrested Monday for allegedly mailing a letter threatening other poll workers with rape, a "beatdown" and a bomb threat.

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Former Georgia poll worker indicted in bomb threats against election workers

A former Georgia poll worker has been indicted after reportedly issuing a bomb threat against election workers, the Justice Department said in a press release Wednesday. In the release, the ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Keeping ballots and poll workers safe in Georgia's 2024 election

Ahead of Election Day, Georgia officials are preparing for this year's contest – both in safeguarding the ballot and in assuring people that the race in the Peach State is fair.

Flooding in Missouri Kills at Least 5, Including 2 Poll Workers

The governor activated emergency operations procedures after the deaths this week following days of heavy rainfall, flash flooding and tornadoes.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Flash flooding kills 5 in Missouri, including 2 poll workers

A couple in their 70s who served as election poll workers were among at least five people killed in Missouri after torrential rains caused flash flooding across the state.

Poll workers defamed by Giuliani can pursue World Series rings: Judge

Ruby Freeman and Shay Moss laid claim to the rings as part of their $148 million defamation judgment.

Married for 54 Years, Two Poll Workers Die in Election Day Flood

Chuck and Cathie Baldwin were caught in a flash flood as they drove to the polls. Known as “proud hippies,” they hosted a musical festival called Chuckstock on their Missouri farm.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

Giuliani turns over Mercedes, watches to poll workers he defamed

After months of legal wrangling, Rudy Giuliani turned over his car, several watches, a ring, and financial assets to two Georgia election workers he defamed.

Georgia Poll Workers Defamed by Giuliani Receive Some of His Assets

A watch collection, a ring and a vintage Mercedes-Benz belonging to the former Trump lawyer were delivered nearly a year after he was ordered to pay $148 million to the workers he had spread lies ...

Top stories - The New York Times - November 16

Attorney says Giuliani 'secreted away' his property from poll workers he defamed

Rudy Giuliani has been ordered to appear in court to explain why he allegedly "secreted away" his property from poll workers who won a $148 million judgment against him.

2 poll workers die after vehicle swept off highway in floodwaters: Officials

A man and woman drowned after their vehicle was swept off a highway in Wright County in floodwaters, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Judge says Giuliani faces contempt if he doesn't turn over property to poll workers

A judge has raised the possibility of holding Rudy Giuliani in contempt if he fails to turn over property to two Georgia poll workers he defamed after the 2020 election.

Tim Scott: Americans aren’t talking about fluoride

Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) argued that Americans aren’t talking about fluoride ahead of the election, even as former President Trump and former presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. brought it ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Build an Ethical Business When Others Aren’t

Five ways to turn “doing the right thing” into a competitive advantage that builds trust with customers.

Business - Inc. - November 4

A Guide to Sales for People Who Aren’t Comfortable Selling

Fear of selling often comes down to what people believe about themselves.

Business - Inc. - 5 days ago

After six years of tariffs, small-business owners aren’t eager for more

Donald Trump wants to greatly expand import duties. Entrepreneurs who weathered his first round, which Biden largely left intact, say they’d have to raise prices to survive.

James Cleverly: ‘I kept saying there aren’t many votes to play with . . . ’

The politician talks for the first time about how he went overnight from frontrunner in the Conservative leadership race to a surprise third place

World - Financial Times - November 1

Rassie Erasmus: ‘Springboks aren’t the bad guys – but it’s always personal’

Admiration rather than adulation follows South Africa but their controversial coach is launching a charm offensive. South Africa are mounting a charm offensive this autumn. They have won the last ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Democrats aren’t the only ones who need a soul-searching

Democrats need to engage in soul-searching to understand why they lost touch with the working class, but the American people also need to do some soul-searching about what's wrong with us, as ...

Politics - The Hill - November 12

David Coote video ‘shocking’ but referees are not corrupt says former colleague

The Premier League referee who appeared to call Jürgen Klopp a “German c---” has damaged the reputation of referees but they are not corrupt, a former colleague has said.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 12

Joel Embiid Is Back on the Court, but the 76ers’ Worries Aren’t Going Away

Philadelphia has to hot-wire its hopes of finding continuity with yet another new core group, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 13

Why Qualcomm’s latest diversification plans aren’t enough to help its stock

Qualcomm seems to be preparing for a world without Apple business, but one analyst thinks the company’s PC targets look aggressive.

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

Harris huddles with Michigan workers

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Ve Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Harris courts workers in Michigan ahead of election Vice President Harris made ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Microsoft Copilot AI use extends deep into corporate America, but companies aren’t 100% sold

Microsoft Copilot AI adoption within corporate America is growing rapidly, but many companies are still unsure about the costs, a new CNBC survey finds.

Business - CNBC - October 29

My mother nursed a life-affirming 25-year grudge. Hard as I try, I don’t have the attention span | Zoe Williams

It turns out long-held resentments exist even in the animal kingdom. Does that mean they hold an evolutionary advantage?. The best thing that happened to me during the whole of the pandemic was a ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

‘No social life, no plans, no savings’: Americans aren’t reaping benefits of booming US economy

While some were optimistic about stabilizing costs, others told the Guardian high prices continue to squeeze finances. Experts seem to agree the US economy has been on the upswing in 2024. A wave ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Unlike the Spanish, the British aren’t pelting their royals with mud. But patience is running out | Zoe Williams

From Valencia’s floods to Prince William’s rents, any reminder of the gap between the haves and the have-nots can wipe out centuries of deference. There was something so incongruous about the sight ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Amazon’s CEO Just Defended Its RTO Mandate Again. Employees Still Aren’t Happy

Andy Jassy argues that the company’s new rule slashing remote and hybrid work is a good thing. He’s said it’s all about workplace culture, but many workers say his words ring hollow.

Business - Inc. - November 6

Prospective homebuyers absorb harsh reality: Mortgage rates probably aren’t coming down for a while

America’s prospective homebuyers absorb harsh reality: Mortgage rates probably aren’t coming down for a while.

Cop29 negotiations aren’t moving fast enough. The Pacific is running out of time | Surangel Whipps Jr

Small island states must continue to be protected by special circumstances and need access to sufficient climate-based finance, Palau’s president writes. A week into Cop29 negotiations, we’re not ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

‘My scars aren’t a finish line’: three trans and non-binary people on how top surgery changed their lives

The number of gender-affirming procedures rose in the US, followed by an onslaught of anti-trans laws. For many, the scars can be a symbol of pride and resilience. For many trans and non-binary ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

The last time inflation was projected to get worse, this investment was popular. Why it’s ‘unloved’ now.

A Treasury auction on Thursday pointed to lackluster demand for inflation-protected securities ahead of Trump’s second term.

Business - MarketWatch - 18 hours ago

Americans go to the polls

Plus, Fed and BoE rate-setting meetings, Hungary’s informal EU summit and the Berlin Wall anniversary

World - Financial Times - November 3

Who is ahead in the polls?

An in-depth look at the polls and what they can and can’t tell us about who will win the election.

The Polls Are Close. The Results Might Not Be.

We are just a very normal polling error away from either candidate landing a decisive victory on Tuesday.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 5

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