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ABC News - World
A Marxist lawmaker leads the vote count in Sri Lanka's presidential election
Marxist lawmaker Anura Kumara Dissanayake is leading Sri Lanka’s presidential election after knocking out the incumbent liberal President Ranil Wickremesinghe from the race1 hour ago -
Politico - Politics
Lobbyists exploit massive loophole to wine and dine lawmakers, aides at fancy getaways
Leading the way is the nonprofit Congressional Institute, which is run by veteran Republican staffers and funded by $3 million in annual dues from private interest groups.2 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Marxist lawmaker leads the vote count in Sri Lanka's presidential election
Marxist-leaning Anura Kumara Dissanayake and opposition leader Sajith Premadasa headed to a run-off for Sri Lanka’s presidency on Sunday, the election body said, with a second round of counting to ...2 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
A summer marked by extreme, record-setting heat in the U.S. comes to a close
A summer marked by record-setting heat — particularly in Arizona — has ended. Phoenix notched a record 113 consecutive days of temperatures at or above 100 degrees.3 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Venezuelan Gang’s Path to U.S. Stokes Fear, Crime and Border Politics
Tren de Aragua’s emergence in New York City and elsewhere has led law enforcement officials to strategize how to stem the gang’s growth.5 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
How a U.S. Ally Uses Aid as a Cover in War
The United Arab Emirates is expanding a covert campaign to back a winner in Sudan’s civil war. Waving the banner of the Red Crescent, it is also smuggling weapons and deploying drones.13 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
U.S. Soldier Pleads Guilty to Desertion After Fleeing Into North Korea
Pvt. Travis King on Friday pleaded guilty before a military judge to desertion, among other charges, after he made an unauthorized crossing into North Korea in 2023.18 hours ago - North Korea -
CNBC - Business
In U.S. trade war with China, Mexico is emerging as the big winner
A CNBC analysis of trade data reveals a multi-year surge in trade between China and Mexico helping manufacturers and the supply chain avoid Trump/Biden tariffs.21 hours ago - China -
CNBC - Business
This is the most expensive U.S. city to retire—and it isn't in California or Hawaii
Spending your post-work years in these cities won't come cheap. Here are the 13 least affordable U.S. cities to retire in 2024, according to WalletHub.Yesterday - California -
NBC News - Top stories
Back to the Cold War: Russia uses Mexico as a hub for spying on the U.S.
In a return to Cold War tactics, Russian intelligence has built up a large presence in Mexico to oversee its spying on the United States, say U.S. officials.Yesterday - Russia -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Taiwan Looks at Options as U.S. Weapons Supply Is Hit by Gaza and Ukraine
Delayed shipments have raised questions about what the island democracy can do to stockpile arms ahead of a potential conflict with China.Yesterday - Ukraine -
The New York Times - Business
2 Stole $230 Million in Cryptocurrency and Went on a Spending Spree, U.S. Says
Malone Lam, 20, and Jeandiel Serrano, 21, schemed to obtain 4,100 Bitcoin from a single victim, federal prosecutors said.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
U.S. soldier who crossed into North Korea sentenced to time served
Travis King, the U.S. soldier who ran across the Demilitarized Zone and into North Korea last year, was sentenced Friday to a prison term that amounts to the time he has already served.Yesterday - North Korea -
The New York Times - Business
Motel 6 Is Sold to Oyo, an Indian Hotel Company Expanding in the U.S.
A roadside chain for more than 50 years, Motel 6 was owned by Blackstone, the private equity giant. Oyo will pay $525 million in an all-cash deal.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel strikes Beirut despite U.S. warning against escalation
Tensions are escalating in the Middle East after the Israeli military carried out a strike in Lebanon's capital Friday. The IDF claims the attack targeted a senior Hezbollah commander. BBC ...Yesterday - Israel -
CBS News - Top stories
U.S. soldier who crossed into North Korea pleads guilty to desertion
Travis King fled into North Korea in July 2023 while taking part in a guided tour of the Korean Demilitarized Zone.Yesterday - North Korea -
CBS News - Top stories
Tab for Trump's tax proposals is adding up. Can the U.S. afford them?
Former President Donald Trump has unveiled a flurry of proposed tax cuts aimed at seniors, homeowners, tipped workers and more.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Tech
What the U.S. Has Argued in the Google Ad Tech Antitrust Trial
As the government wraps up its case, it has built a picture of how Google has become dominant among companies that buy and sell ads online.Yesterday - Google -
Politico - Politics
Elon Musk steps up political giving with 6-figure donation to House Republicans
The August contribution is more than Musk has previously given to a party committee.Yesterday - Elon Musk -
MarketWatch - Business
10-, 30-year Treasury yields end near 2-week highs amid optimism on U.S. economy
Long-term yields on U.S. government debt finished little changed on Friday, but remained near two-week highs following better news on the U.S. economy from the previous session.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
U.S. to Distribute $3 Billion in Grants to 25 Battery Makers
support 12,000 production and construction jobsYesterday -
Financial Times - World
International lawmakers call on VW to withdraw from Xinjiang
Move follows FT report on an audit clearing the carmaker of forced labour at its plant in western ChinaYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel conducts "targeted strike" in Beirut after U.S. warns against escalation
The White House earlier warned both Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group against "escalation of any kind" following pager and walkie talkie explosions targeting Hezbollah members.Yesterday - Israel -
Inc. - Business
Chef and Entrepreneur José Andrés Says the U.S. Needs to Get Serious About Immigration Reform
The Michelin-starred chef and World Central Kitchen founder says that restaurants and farms need a legal way to hire critical workers.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
E.U. Will Offer $39 Billion Loan for Ukraine Without U.S. Help
Plans for a larger sum collapsed when Hungary blocked changes requested by Washington as the price for a joint initiative.Yesterday - Ukraine -
CNBC - Business
64% of U.S. retirement savers make this 'dangerous' assumption—'avoid it at all costs,' says CFP
The majority of Americans aren't planning for more than 20 years of retirement. Things could get ugly if they live longer or leave work sooner than expected.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
U.S. nuclear plant Three Mile Island to reopen, sell power to Microsoft
The firm announced the 20-year deal would involve the restart of the plant's Unit 1 reactor, which was shut down half a decade ago.Yesterday - Microsoft -
CNBC - Business
UAE hoping to expand $1 trillion partnership with U.S. through AI, Investment
The visit is also expected to feature meetings with key U.S. business leaders and tech executives.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Mexico president blames U.S. for surging cartel violence
Two warring factions of the Sinaloa cartel appear to be fighting for power since two of its leaders were arrested in the U.S.2 days ago -
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