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Samantha Bee takes on menopause in her new one-woman show

Comedian Samantha Bee joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about starring in "How to Survive Menopause," a one-woman show inspired by her own experience, which she describes as a "volcanic disruption" ...

Holiday shoppers plan to spend more while taking on debt this season

Leaning on credit cards, or even buy now, pay later, to purchase holiday gifts will come at a high cost if there are missed or late payments.

Business - CNBC - October 16

Jerry Seinfeld takes back comments on 'extreme left' ruining comedy

Comedian Jerry Seinfeld said in a Tuesday interview he regrets saying the “extreme left” was ruining comedy and added, upon further reflection, he does not agree with that sentiment. “I did an ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

The Papers: 'Bogus £40bn black hole' and 'Tuchel takes hotseat'

Many newspapers lead on the Budget and report that Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a "backlash".

'Proud' Buehler delivers big in L.A's Game 3 win

Walker Buehler's key strikeout of Francisco Lindor in the second inning was the turning point of NLCS Game 3, as the Dodgers went on to shut out the Mets to take a 2-1 series lead.

Sports - ESPN - October 17

Auto giants launch a flurry of cheaper electric vehicles — taking the fight to China

Europe's top carmakers unveiled low-cost EVs at the Paris Motor Show this week, seeking to recapture some of the market share held by Chinese brands.

Business - CNBC - October 17

AI is supposed to be Hollywood's next big thing. What's taking so long?

As AI technology advances, industry observers expect to see more deals between tech companies and studios and talent. But major challenges remain.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 17

Mystery blobs, maligned cities and that terrible Oasis sketch – take the Thursday quiz

Questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?. Last week’s 100 raccoons story arrived in what is considered “the witching hour” at the ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

Germany Takes Protective Measures Against Chinese Wind Industry

World - Yahoo News - October 17

Lucid’s stock takes a dive after EV maker warns of larger losses

Lucid’s stock took a deep dive in early Thursday trading, after the EV maker called for larger-than-expected operational losses and quarterly revenue that would be slightly ahead of forecasts.

Business - MarketWatch - October 17

Japan general election: what would it take for the ruling LDP party to be ousted?

Corruption scandals, an economic crisis and widespread leader dissatisfaction have dogged the party yet it remains in contention. All eyes are now on whether it will secure a majority. Bruised by ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

McKinsey faces Republican calls for probe into China ‘conflicts’

US officials request investigation into whether consultancy breached rules for Pentagon contracts

World - Financial Times - October 18

How Is the Economy for Black Voters? A Complex Question Takes Center Stage.

Donald J. Trump has been talking up his economic record for Black voters. The legacy of the last eight years is complicated.

Business - The New York Times - October 19

Starmer ‘interrogates’ Miliband on green energy in mission ‘stock take’

Prime minister to review progress on key UK priorities in coming weeks

World - Financial Times - October 18

GOP rep unveils bill cracking down on countries that take American hostages

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) announced a bill cracking down on foreign governments that take American citizens hostage or otherwise wrongfully detain them. Lawler unveiled the State Sponsor of ...

Politics - The Hill - October 18

Rayner takes control of decision on new Chinese embassy in London

Local inquiry to be held following four years of protests against China’s planning proposals

Business - Financial Times - October 18

Don’t be grumpy about taking RMDs — you’ve got lots of options

What you do with required minimum distributions depends on your eventual plans for that money.

Business - MarketWatch - October 19

Sinwar’s Death Was a Victory for Israel. But Can the U.S. Persuade It to ‘Take the Win’?

Assassinating Yahya Sinwar was Israel’s Osama bin Laden moment. But getting a cease-fire deal done in the last three months of the Biden presidency is a much bigger reach.

World - The New York Times - October 19

Lynx push Liberty to G5 as history on line for both

The Lynx beat the Liberty 82-80 to force a decisive Game 5 of the WNBA Finals, the first since 2019.

Sports - ESPN - October 19

Minnesota Lynx Force Winner-Take-All Game 5 of W.N.B.A. Finals

After the Lynx took down the Liberty in a thrilling Game 4 victory, the series heads back to New York to decide who will hoist the 2024 championship trophy.

Sports - The New York Times - October 19

Contenders or pretenders: do Liverpool and Slot have what it takes?

After a favourable start, Klopp’s successor faces first proper test with seven tough games coming over the next 21 days. It cannot be media hype to herald Chelsea’s visit to Anfield on Sunday as ...

World - The Guardian - October 19

How College Students Beat Boeing in a Battle to Take Down Drones

A device that blasts sound waves shows how smaller players are competing against the defense giants.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 19

Yankees Hold Off the Guardians to Take a 3-1 Lead in the A.L.C.S.

New York had an 8-6 victory over Cleveland, putting it one win away from advancing to the World Series.

Sports - The New York Times - October 19

Norris takes US pole with 'best lap of my career'

McLaren’s Lando Norris beats title rival Max Verstappen’s Red Bull to pole position at the United States Grand Prix.

College football scores, results: Georgia, Tennessee come up with huge SEC wins

Week 8 was a big one for the SEC.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 19

Europe should take a digital leap across its innovation gap

The US is enjoying a virtuous cycle, while the EU is caught in a mid-tech trap

World - Financial Times - October 20

Afraid of rejection and humiliation? Here is how to take up space with confidence

Everyone feels like a shrinking violet now and then, but it needn’t hold you back. Experts share their tips for speaking out, socialising and leaving timidity behind. When Laura, 34, was growing up ...

World - The Guardian - October 20

Senate and House races in battleground Arizona are taking place in their own universe

PHOENIX — Mesa Mayor John Giles, a Republican who supports Kamala Harris for president, is vexed by the disconnect between Arizona’s presidential race and what’s happening down the ballot.

Follow live: Lakers, Wolves going neck-and-neck late in season opener

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Sports - ESPN - October 23

Brad Raffensperger says Georgia's election results "absolutely not" will take seven days

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that it will "absolutely not" take seven days for his state to tabulate votes despite recent comments ...

France takes stake in Sanofi unit as part of €16bn sale to CD&R

Deal for consumer health arm faced political furore over ceding controlling stake to US private equity group

Business - Financial Times - October 21

Oregon Takes Over the No. 1 Spot in the A.P. College Football Rankings

Texas slipped after losing to Georgia on Saturday evening.

Sports - The New York Times - October 21

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