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The New York Times - Top stories
House Defeats Mike Johnson’s Spending Bill as Government Shutdown Looms
Both Republicans and Democrats opposed the stopgap funding bill, which was tied to new rules requiring proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote.1 hour ago -
The Hill - Politics
Congress races to patch $3B Veterans Affairs shortfall
Lawmakers are moving quickly to pass emergency legislation to plug a roughly $3 billion shortfall facing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as officials warn veterans' and survivors' benefits ...2 hours ago -
Politico - Politics
House GOP opposition tanks Johnson’s short-term funding plan
Ahead of the vote, former President Donald Trump re-upped his demand that Republicans use a government shutdown threat to ding Democrats on a measure requiring proof of citizenship for registered ...3 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Advantages of Buying a Business During High Interest Rates
Contrary to common wisdom, investors can succeed in this economic environment.5 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
House to vote on Mike Johnson's spending plan to avoid a government shutdown
House Speaker Mike Johnson says he is confident about a vote on his proposal to avoid a government shutdown. The Senate will likely block the plan if it passes in the House of Representatives. CBS ...5 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Fossil fuel firms 'spent £4bn on sportswashing' says report
Fossil fuel companies invest more than £4bn in sports sponsorship to "greenwash their reputations", according to a new report.6 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Best Buy’s holiday sales events: What to know
Best Buy just announced its upcoming sale events happening in the next few months. It includes an exclusive member sale, a 48-hour flash sale, an Apple trade-in event and much more.6 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Global vaccine alliance GAVI to buy 500,000 doses of mpox vaccine
The global vaccine alliance Gavi says it will buy 500,000 doses of vaccine against mpox to fight outbreaks of the disease in African countries6 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Alaska Airlines Approved to Buy Hawaiian Air, But With Conditions
The $1 billion deal gets administration approval, though the merged carrier must maintain low-traffic rural flights.8 hours ago - Travel -
Inc. - Business
Startup Intuitive Machines Wins $4.8 Billion NASA Contract
To establish a permanent base on the Moon and explore its surface, NASA needs a 21st century communications infrastructure. It chose a small Houston, Texas-based commercial space company to do the ...8 hours ago - NASA -
ABC News - Sports
Rogers Communications buys out Bell stake in Maple Leafs Sports for $3.5 billion
Rogers Communications Inc. is buying out Bell’s 37.5% share of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment for $3.5 billion9 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Retail Spending Rise Bolsters Year-End Outlook
Census Department data for August shows consumers defied economists' predictions of shrinking retail spending, setting the stage for a potentially robust holiday shopping season.9 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Alaska closes $1.9 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines after DOT blessing
The two airlines can begin the process of closing their $1.9 billion merger.9 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Watch live: House Republican leaders give remarks amid spending battle
House Republican leadership is slated to deliver remarks Wednesday following a closed-door meeting amid the party's effort to avert a government shutdown. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) told The Hill ...11 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Global alliance buys half a million mpox vaccines for Africa
Gavi uses newly established First Response Fund to secure doses, but 10 million are needed to meet demand on the continent. A batch of 500,000 mpox vaccines has been bought by the vaccine alliance ...11 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Millennials and Gen Z are buying homes with friends to achieve their homeownership dreams
Data shows that splitting home ownership is on the rise, and could even be the new normal as younger generations navigate the market. A survey from earlier this year found nearly 15% of Americans ...11 hours ago -
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BBC News - Top stories
UK aid spend may hit 17-year low, charities warn
Charities fear Chancellor Rachel Reeves will slash £2bn from overseas aid at next month's Budget.17 hours ago - United Kingdom -
MarketWatch - Business
Gold is giving you a once-in-a-generation buying opportunity on its way to 4,400
The upside breakout in gold prices has more room to run.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
House passes bill to plug $3B VA budget shortfall
The House on Tuesday passed an emergency bill to address a roughly $3 billion budget shortfall facing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as officials warn millions of veterans’ benefits are ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Global spending on subsidies that harm environment rises to $2.6tn, report says
Exclusive: analysis finds $800bn increase in direct support for activities including deforestation and fossil fuel use. The world is spending at least $2.6tn (£2tn) a year on subsidies that drive ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
$50 Billion in Aid to Ukraine Stalls Over Legal Questions
U.S. and European officials are struggling to honor their pledge to use Russian assets to aid Ukraine.Yesterday - Ukraine -
NBC News - Top stories
Crypto spending on 2024 election hits $190 million, led by Winklevoss twins
Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss are the biggest individual crypto donors this election cycle, giving a combined $10.1 million, or slightly over $5 million each, according to Federal Election ...Yesterday -
VentureBeat - Tech
EA aims to double audience to over 1 billion in 5 years
Electronic Arts unveiled its EA Sports App for connected entertainment beyond gaming will begin testing this fall.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
What to know about buying a home before the Fed cuts rates
The Fed's rate cut this week could have an impact on the homebuying process. Here's how.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
CNBC - Business
Here’s what ‘No Spend September’ is and how to know if you should participate
'No Spend September' is a social media trend that involves a full month of cutting nonessential purchases. Here's how you may benefit.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Pentagon to Manage Intel's Latest $3 Billion Grant Under CHIPS Act
As foreign rivals leave the marquee chip maker behind, Intel gets a boost from the government, which wants to keep some semiconductor manufacturing securely and reliably based in the U.S., with ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Massie: Johnson spending plan is 'an undead but doomed zombie'
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) knocked Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Tuesday after news broke of the GOP leader's plan to bring up a funding bill for consideration this week, despite opposition from ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Florida, Texas 'increasingly in play,' but Senate Dems not ready to spend more yet
Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.), chair of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC), indicated the party is not yet committed to devoting financial resources to Texas or Florida despite its ...Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - World
'Pig-Butchering' Scams Cost Americans Billions. This Lawyer Is Taking Them On.
Prosecutor Erin West has been one of the few to have any success against the overseas criminal networks perpetrating a new type of fraud.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Johnson faces crossroads with no good options in spending fight
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is at a critical crossroads in the charged debate over federal spending, confronting few options to prevent a government shutdown — and all of them with risks. The ...Yesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
FanDuel owner Flutter Entertainment strikes $2.6 billion deal to buy Italy’s Snaitech
Flutter Entertainment has reached an agreement to acquire Playtech subsidiary Snaitech, in what will see the Irish company become Italy’s largest gambling businessYesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Flutter Buys Playtech's Italian Operation
Flutter Entertainment said it was buying Italian gambling company Snaitech from Playtech in a cash deal valued at $2.6 billion.Yesterday - Italy -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
Mercedes-Benz Sells out of China EV Maker as Luxury Spending Drops
Mercedes-Benz has sold its remaining 10% stake in premium EV and hybrid maker Denza to BYD in the wake of disappointing sales locally.Yesterday - China -
BBC News - Top stories
Autistic boy's parents spend £60 a day on taxis
Father Matthew accuses Birmingham City Council of "punishing the most vulnerable children".Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Women in UK ‘will be worse off than in 2010 unless public spending rises’
Economists say living standards of poorest women will decline by 21% by 2027-28 if Labour sticks to Tory plans. Rachel Reeves should announce a significant uplift in public spending in next month’s ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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 -
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