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Israel and Hezbollah exchange heavy fire as fears of war mount
Israel and the Hezbollah militant group exchanged heavy fire across the Lebanese border on Sunday, fueling fears of a wider conflict in the region.7 hours ago - Israel -
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.7 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.9 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.16 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Sicily: fear of foreign actors prompts security request for wreck of luxury yacht
Officials concerned about sensitive hard drives of tech mogul Mike Lynch, who died in sinking of Bayesian. Italian authorities have confirmed a request for additional security around the wreck of ...21 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 2023.22 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.Yesterday - 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 -
NBC News - Top stories
Election fears ignite 'preppers' already planning for the catastrophic unknown
Uncertainty fueled by global wars, months of protests, rising costs and another presidential race has 'preppers' especially vigilant.Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
AI is helping shape the 2024 presidential race. But not in the way experts feared
Generative artificial intelligence is playing a major role in the presidential campaign, even if the greatest fears about how it could threaten the U.S. presidential election haven’t materialized yetYesterday -
ABC News - Tech
AI is helping shape the 2024 presidential race. But not in the way experts feared
Generative artificial intelligence is playing a major role in the presidential campaign, even if the greatest fears about how it could threaten the U.S. presidential election haven’t materialized yetYesterday -
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 - World
With Focus Shifting to Lebanon, Some in Gaza Fear Cease-Fire Talks Will Be Sidelined
Even as Israel signals that it is moving its focus to its northern border with Lebanon, there has been no pause to its bombardment in Gaza, where residents are facing another winter with little ...Yesterday -
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 -
The New York Times - Top stories
With Robinson Candidacy, North Carolina Republicans Fear Damage to Years of Gains
Explosive posts by the Republican candidate for governor, Mark Robinson, are sending waves of anxiety through a state party that has long been tactical and disciplined.Yesterday - Republican Party -
CBS News - Top stories
New Georgia rule prompts fears of Election Day chaos
The Georgia State Election Board voted Friday in favor of hand counting all ballots in the election in November, which could lead to a delay in the reporting of Georgia's election results. Scott ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
Critics Fear Tax Subsidies for Carbon Capture Won’t Be Checked
Some activists are questioning whether the federal government can accurately verify a tax program for facilities that store planet-warming gases.Yesterday -
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 -
CBS News - Top stories
Lebanon border clashes between Israel, Hezbollah spark fears of wider war
The fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon continued escalating Friday as the Israeli military says it killed about a dozen top Hezbollah members in a rare airstrike in Beirut. Chris ...Yesterday - Israel -
BBC News - Top stories
Mohamed Al Fayed: How culture of fear at Harrods stopped women coming forward
One woman says the head of security for the former Harrods boss threatened her when she tried to speak out.Yesterday -
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 -
Inc. - Business
U.S. to Distribute $3 Billion in Grants to 25 Battery Makers
support 12,000 production and construction jobsYesterday -
Financial Times - World
India bailout for Maldives lessens default fear
Archipelago nation receives $50mn to meet October coupon payment2 days ago - India -
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.2 days ago - Israel -
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.2 days ago - Ukraine -
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.2 days ago - 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.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
‘Horrendous’: rise in tourism stokes local tensions in Lake District town
Cumbria police are objecting to plans in Bowness-on-Windermere for a new bar amid residents’ complaints about antisocial behaviour – but some don’t see a problem. Even on a weekday afternoon, at ...2 days ago -
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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Financial Times - World
Coffee producers fear being cut off from EU by new land protection law
Drinks company JDE Peets pleads for year’s delay on ban on supplies from deforested areas over lack of guidelines2 days ago - European Union