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NBC News - Top stories
Maine Democrats have likely run out of time to change Electoral College laws if Nebraska GOP acts
As Republicans in Nebraska consider changing state law to give Donald Trump an extra Electoral College vote this fall, their Democratic counterparts in Maine have little recourse to even the score.23 minutes ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Hannah Berner Finds Her Latest Act in Standup Comedy
The former reality television star has found her footing in comedy, with a hit Netflix special and a podcast tour.2 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Israel strikes targets in Lebanon as Hezbollah chief calls device explosions an act of war
The Israeli military launched a new wave of strikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon on Thursday, after two days of device explosions that left the Middle East fearing all-out war.3 hours ago - Israel -
CNBC - Business
Ray Dalio says the Fed has a tough balancing act as the economy faces 'enormous amount of debt'
On Wednesday, Dalio listed debt, money and the economic cycle as one of the top five forces influencing the global economy.5 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Fed Rate Cut Was a Tough Call That’s Good For Our Economy
The agency’s bold decision to cut its policy interest rate significantly affirms its commitment to keep the labor market strong.5 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
MarketWatch - Business
Gen Z is willing to accept lower pay in exchange for better work-life balance
Gen Z’s need for “stability, sustainability and safety” in the workplace is due in part to the fact that it started working during the COVID-19 era6 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Hezbollah leader links Israel to Lebanon device explosions, calls them act of war
Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah spoke out on the pager and walkie-talkie explosions in Lebanon that are being blamed on Israel. The blasts apparently targeted members of the Iran-backed militant ...6 hours ago - Israel -
Financial Times - Business
Mining tycoon claims Swiss prosecutors acted illegally
Beny Steinmetz mounts fresh attempt to have bribery conviction overturned, pointing to a cache of hacked documents9 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Political Cost to Kamala Harris of Not Answering Direct Questions
Questions can be crystallizing for candidates and voters, and some politicians have had their finest moments answering tough questions on their feet.9 hours ago - Kamala Harris -
MarketWatch - Business
Bank stocks join market rally. Analyst cites boost to lenders’ balance sheets.
Bank stocks moved up on Thursday as they added to gains from the previous session on the heels of the first interest-rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve since 2020.9 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Regional Mexican acts contributed millions of dollars at L.A.'s venues post-pandemic
Grupo Firme's seven record-breaking L.A. concerts in 2021 highlight Southern California's influential place in the globally ascending música Mexicana genre.9 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Harvey Weinstein pleads not guilty to criminal sex act charge
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office presented to the grand jury allegations of three separate women who said Weinstein sexually assaulted them.11 hours ago -
ABC News - World
First people are sentenced under Hong Kong's tough new security law
A Hong Kong court has sentenced the first two people under a tough new Hong Kong national security law, including a man who was given 14 months in prison for wearing a T-shirt with a protest slogan14 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Take it from a former player: the NFL is brutal, violent and very tough to walk away from | RK Russell
Concern around Tua Tagovailoa’s health is understandable. But quitting football means athletes must confront life without a sport often crucial to their identity. Football is one of the most ...15 hours ago - NFL -
Wired - Tech
US Senate Warns Big Tech to Act Fast Against Election Meddling
In an Intelligence Committee hearing with representatives from Google, Apple, and Meta on Wednesday, senators stressed that foreign influence is far from a solved problem.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
House panel advances Kids Online Safety Act despite pushback
A House panel advanced the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) on Wednesday, pushing forward legislation intended to boost online privacy and safety for children. The House Energy and Commerce ...Yesterday -
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.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
Senators, parents ramp up pressure on House to pass Kids Online Safety Act
Senators and parents are ratcheting up pressure on House lawmakers this week to push forward with legislation aimed at increasing children’s digital safety and privacy as a House committee prepares ...Yesterday -
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CBS News - Top stories
Here's how a Fed rate cut could impact your credit card balance
The Federal Reserve is poised to lower interest rates on Wednesday. Here's how that would impact people with credit card balances.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
The misleadingly named ‘Fix Our Forests Act’ would do anything but
The bill’s most significant feature is its sweeping rejection of applying the National Environmental Policy Act on forestry management2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
TikTok Faces Tough Questions From Federal Judges in Court Fight to Survive in U.S.
Facing a ban, the social media platform takes its case to court, but gets skeptical reception from the bench.2 days ago - Tiktok -
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 ...2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Staying Composed Under Pressure: How Leaders Set the Tone in Tough Situations
Pressure can reveal a lot about your leadership style.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Melania Trump has a memoir coming out – and she's acting pretty strangely | Arwa Mahdawi
There has been surprisingly little fanfare about the book, which is being published next month. Is the former first lady about to reveal all?. There’s something weird going on with Melania Trump. I ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
How dog dancing duo Roni & Rhythm took their paw-inspiring act to the next step on 'America's Got Talent'
An Israeli dancer-dog duo whose skillful duets on the dance floor have made them favorites on the show and now finalists on the season finale airing Sep. 24.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Report on forced labor, child labor raises tough questions in green energy transition
A new report from the Department of Labor raises tough questions about whether and to what extent forced labor and child labor are intertwined with climate-friendly technology. The department ...2 days ago