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Financial Times - Business
Inside the Bank of London, the unicorn that had an ‘immediate’ need for cash
Fintech’s short history includes leasing Archegos’s old offices and hiring a convicted fraudster2 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
The debate: We need new homes, where should they go?
BBC Home Editor Mark Easton hosts a debate with three experts asking whether we should build on the green belt.5 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Executive Leaders Need to Build a Foundation of Self-Care
Women, especially, should take time to reflect on and implement how to prioritize emotional well-being.10 hours ago -
NBC News - Politics
Trump supporter on political discourse: 'Both sides need to cool it down'
NBC News spoke to supporters of former President Donald Trump to find out how they feel about the political discourse and the rhetoric, which both candidates for U.S. president have claimed is ...10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Top stories
M.T.A.’s Financial Needs Grow With Congestion Pricing in Purgatory
Transit leaders proposed a plan on Wednesday to spend more than $65 billion to upgrade New York City’s subway and bus system. Whether they will be able to fully fund it is unclear.11 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
How Big Will the Fed Rate Cut Be? Officials Need to Strike a Balance.
Policymakers are expected to lower rates for the first time in four years on Wednesday while releasing fresh economic forecasts.12 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
NBC News - Top stories
Fed goes big with interest rate cut in a bid to head off an economic slowdown
The Federal Reserve said Wednesday it was lowering its interest rate by half a percentage point, an unusually aggressive move designed to cushion the economy from a further slowdown.12 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
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Wired - Tech
Do You Need an Antivirus Program on Windows?
Just keeping all your software up to date will go a long way toward ensuring you’re safe from threats. But follow these tips to stay as protected as possible.17 hours ago -
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 ...20 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
'Just the facts': Seeking to provide the public with the government data they need
Making government data more accessible and easier to understand: That's the standing goal for Poppy MacDonald. MacDonald, a former news executive, now leads "USA Facts,” a nonpartisan, nonprofit ...20 hours ago -
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.21 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
Instagram makes teen accounts private as pressure mounts on the app to protect children
Instagram is introducing separate teen accounts for those under 18 as it tries to make the platform safer for children amid growing backlash against how social media affects young people’s lives23 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Trump told Secret Service more resources needed: adviser
Former President Trump told the Secret Service “that he believes that more resources are needed,” a campaign adviser said Tuesday. “Well, first, the president always makes clear that he very much ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
ESPN - Sports
Attorneys: 'Progress' in clarifying NCAA settlement
Attorneys negotiating a settlement of class-action antitrust cases against the NCAA and the nation's biggest college conferences cited "good progress" in clarifying parts of the agreement after a ...Yesterday -
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. ...Yesterday - Republican Party -
BBC News - Top stories
The Champions League's new table explained
The Champions League will follow a new format from 2024-25 - BBC Sport explains what will change and what will stay the same.Yesterday - UEFA Champions League -
The Hill - Politics
Secret Service tells Trump it needs to bolster security for him to safely golf
The head of the Secret Service told former President Trump in the wake of a second potential assassination attempt that the agency would need to bolster security for his future golf outings, an ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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, ...Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
Sheryl Sandberg discusses women's advancement at work: Progress is 'pretty fragile'
"People have added women to senior leadership in staff roles," says LeanIn founder and board chair Sheryl Sandberg, but pipeline problems and other issues remain.Yesterday -
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.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
How much debt do you need to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
This type of bankruptcy can provide significant relief, but you should know how much debt is required to qualify.Yesterday -
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.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
F.D.I.C. Says Banks Need to Keep a Record of Their Fintech Customers
Banks holding customer funds for money management apps should keep track of customers’ identities and balances, the agency says.Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Industrial production gets short-lived boost from cars, but U.S. manufacturers still depressed
Industrial production rose a stronger-than-expected 0.8% in August, but most of the increase was tied to autos and there was little sign of a rebound in a depressing manufacturing sector.Yesterday -
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.Yesterday - 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.Yesterday -
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 grownYesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Right to WFH boosts productivity, Labour says
Firms should "judge people on outcomes, not presenteeism", Jonathan Reynolds insists.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
The Breakdown | Why a British-Irish league would not be the panacea rugby needs
Let’s be brutally frank – how much would a so-called Super League really shift the dial without emotional investment?. In a perfect world the countdown to a new season would be all about the rugby. ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Biden’s green policies will save 200,000 lives and have boosted clean energy jobs, data shows
Two separate reports find policies will save Americans from pollution in coming decades and added nearly 150,000 jobs. The environmental policies of Joe Biden’s administration will save ...Yesterday - Joe Biden -
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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 investment2 days ago -
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BBC News - Top stories
Tuition fees must go up, unis say as term begins
As freshers get settled in, a group of unis is calling for inflation-linked fee hikes in England.2 days ago -
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 ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
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.2 days ago - Microsoft -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
He's the Shohei Ohtani of college football. Why isn't he the Heisman favorite?
There are a bunch of QBs atop the Heisman odds, as always. But Travis Hunter is one of the nation's best players at two positions. That's unique and incredible.2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Giants need dramatic change to avoid becoming embarrassment after loss to Commanders
The Giants' defense didn’t allow a touchdown while their offense scored three on Sunday. They still lost, 21-18, to the Washington Commanders.3 days ago - NFL