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Financial Times - Business
AI risks making some people ‘uninsurable’, warns UK watchdog
FCA’s Nikhil Rathi says insurance sector should still ‘experiment’ with the technology5 hours ago - United Kingdom -
MarketWatch - Business
Stocks need to hold any gains after the Fed rate cut or the S&P 500 is at risk
Market giving mixed signals; new trading positions include Airbnb.5 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
BBC News - Top stories
Deadly wildfires burn in Portugal
At least seven people die after wildfires in the Aveiro and Viseu areas of Portugal.7 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Firefighters nearing victory in battle against 3 massive wildfires near Los Angeles
Firefighters are nearing victory in the battles against three major wildfires near Los Angeles.7 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Poor maternity care is at risk of being normalised, inspectors find
Many of the maternity failings at scandal-hit hospitals are being seen elsewhere, England’s NHS regulator says.9 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Portugal declares a state of calamity as wildfires rage out of control
More than 100 wildfires are stretching thousands of firefighters to the limit in northern Portugal16 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Death toll in Lebanon walkie-talkie explosions rises to 20, with more than 450 injured – Middle East crisis live
Rising number of deaths comes as White House says US not involved in wave of explosions ‘in any way’. Local Palestinian media is reporting that a 17-year-old child has been killed by Israeli ...20 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Unlawful care homes ‘profiteer’ from at-risk kids
Placing children with complex needs in care threatens to bankrupt some councils, the Family Court is told.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
TGI Fridays' UK owner falls into administration
London-listed Hostmore has appointed Teneo as administrators to help it sell the restaurants.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
Floods in Poland and wildfires in Portugal show reality of climate breakdown, says EU
Emergency crews battle to reinforce defences around Wrocław in Poland amid devastating rainfall. Soldiers, emergency workers and volunteers battled through the night to reinforce defences around ...Yesterday - Climate -
The New York Times - Top stories
California Wildfires Pose Too Many Risks for Insurers, but These Residents Want to Stay
In the San Bernardino Mountains, another wildfire has forced residents to flee, the latest reminder that they must accept the risks of climate change if they want to remain.Yesterday - California -
ABC News - World
EU warns deadly flooding and wildfires show climate breakdown is fast becoming the norm
The European Union's head office is warning that devastating floods through much of Central Europe and deadly wildfires in Portugal are joint proof of a “climate breakdown” that will become the ...Yesterday - Climate -
BBC News - Top stories
We might only have 15 healthy summers left, say brothers at risk of dementia
They hope their 903-mile challenge will play a part in “finding a cure for dementia”.Yesterday -
Wired - Tech
RSV Can Be a Killer. New Tools Are Identifying the Most At-Risk Kids
RSV infects almost every child before they turn 2, and kills more than 100,000 infants worldwide each year. Machine learning and statistical models are identifying those most at risk.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Man accused of arson in devastating California wildfire pleads not guilty
Justin Wayne Halstenberg, 34, was denied bail and entered his plea from jail in a video arraignment Tuesday. A California man has pleaded not guilty to starting a fire that authorities said ...Yesterday - California -
CBS News - Top stories
Black women at higher risk of death from all types of breast cancer, study finds
In a new study, researchers found Black women are at higher risk of dying from all tumor subtypes of breast cancer, with the disparity ranging from 17% to 50%.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Black women have higher risk of dying from all types of breast cancer, new study finds
Black women have a higher risk of dying from breast cancer when compared to white women, and racism could be a factor in the disparity, according to a new study by Massachusetts General Hospital. ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Anthony Joshua willing to risk it all in world title battle with Daniel Dubois
Dubois’ IBF heavyweight belt up for grabs on Saturday Wembley fight will have sold-out crowd of 96,000 Anthony Joshua has suggested he is “willing to die” in the ring when he fights Daniel ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
Portugal Going Through ‘Difficult Days’ as Wildfires Burn Across the Country
More than 5,000 personnel are battling a number of wildfires, the authorities said, and the prime minister called it an “extremely difficult weather situation.”2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Taliban’s curbs on women add to risk of polio outbreak, health officials warn
Regime suspends polio campaign across Afghanistan over security concerns and women’s role in vaccination drive. Afghanistan is at risk of a polio outbreak, health officials have warned, after the ...2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Map shows average home insurance price in your state as risks rise
Home insurance premiums have at times risen 40% faster than inflation. Extreme weather events are likely to make the expense worse.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Portugal wildfire deaths rise to seven after firefighters trapped in blaze
More than 50 people injured as 54 fires burn across country amid hot, dry and windy weather. Seven people have been killed and more than 50 injured in wildfires ravaging central and northern ...2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Wildfires in Portugal blamed for three deaths as Europe sends aircraft to help
Five thousand firefighters are struggling to contain multiple wildfires raging across northern Portugal that are blamed for causing at least six deaths and forcing an unknown number of residents to ...2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Drinking this much coffee a day is linked to a lower risk of several diseases
A new study found that drinking about three cups of coffee per day was associated with the lowest risk of stroke, coronary heart disease and type 2 diabetes.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Trump-Taylor Swift feud may pose risks in tight election
The escalating feud between former President Trump and Taylor Swift could impact November’s election as Democrats seek to use Swift’s endorsement of Vice President Harris as a turnout mechanism. ...2 days ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - World
At least 15 dead since July and thousands of hectares scorched as wildfires sweep Peru
Peruvian authorities say that wildfires in Peru have left at least 15 dead since July and more than 3,000 hectares of cultivated land and natural areas scorched2 days ago -
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The New York Times - Lifestyle
Elizabeth Higgins Clark and Lauren Pomerantz Discuss Marriage, a Miscarriage and Grief
Elizabeth Higgins Clark and Lauren Pomerantz endured quite a bit of grief after their 2018 wedding. Despite times of doubt, loneliness and loss, their relationship remained strong.5 days ago