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Financial Times - Business
Global stocks rally after jumbo Fed cut
Investors bet half percentage point cut will support US economic growth31 minutes 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.2 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.2 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
As Hollywood and streaming go global, U.S. State Department leans on power of film
USC's School of Cinematic Arts hosted a cohort of African filmmakers this summer as part of a State Department program for film diplomacy.3 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Methane Levels Still Rising, Despite Global Methane Pledge
Satellite data shows the U.S. releasing more and more of the potent greenhouse gas into the atmosphere, researchers said, despite pledges to cut back.4 hours ago -
VentureBeat - Tech
Fal.Con 2024: CrowdStrike unveils resilient-by-design framework to bolster global cybersecurity
"It's not only about bouncing back – it's about staying ahead through a culture of resilience," Kurtz emphasized during his keynote.16 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
How Fed rate cuts affect the global economy
Federal Reserve interest rate decisions can influence the trajectory of the U.S. economy and create spillover effects in parts of the global financial system.18 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
U.S. Will Host Global AI Safety Summit in November
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and Secretary of State Anthony Blinken will lead the gathering, scheduled three weeks after the election.18 hours ago -
ABC News - Health
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 countries19 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 countries19 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Global police dismantle encrypted messaging app used by criminals
Ghost platform was used to distribute drugs and order hits by gangs in many countries20 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Cyprus' top court sacks the government's chief accountant over misconduct
Cyprus’ top court has ordered that the government's comptroller general be removed from his post for misconduct and interferences in the works of the judiciary22 hours ago -
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 ...23 hours ago - Climate -
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 ...Yesterday -
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 PortugalYesterday -
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 -
CNBC - Business
Ray Dalio names the top five forces shaping the global economy
Speaking at the Milken Institute's Asia Summit in Singapore, the founder of Bridgewater Associates said the five factors are interrelated and often cyclical.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 Wall Street Journal - Business
BlackRock, Global Infrastructure Partners, Microsoft, MGX Launch AI Partnership
The partnership, called the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership, will additionally build out energy infrastructure to create power sources for the facilities, the companies said.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 -
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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.”Yesterday -
The New York Times - Sports
The Champions League Coverage From C.B.S. Has Become a Global Sensation
The results of “Inside the N.F.L.” and “Inside the N.B.A.” show that pushing the envelope has worked for the network.Yesterday - UEFA Champions League -
ABC News - Entertainment
US-Apple-Books-Top-10
Apple Books charts for week ending Sept. 16Yesterday - Apple -
ABC News - Entertainment
Apple TV app - Top Movies
Apple TV app (Movies) charts for week ending Sept. 16Yesterday - Apple -
ABC News - Entertainment
Apple Podcasts – Top New Shows
Apple Podcasts charts for week ending Sept. 16Yesterday - Apple -
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 ...Yesterday -
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 -
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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 -
BBC News - Top stories
Life as a woman under Taliban rule
How are Afghanistan’s women and girls coping with harsh new restrictions?2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Pret A Manger’s global sales surge above £1bn
UK sandwich chain expands in aggressive international sales drive2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Azerbaijan accused of hypocrisy after calling for Cop29 global truce
Climate summit host positioning itself as peacemaker but is accused of ethnic cleansing and imprisoning opponents. The host country of this year’s UN climate summit, Azerbaijan, has been accused of ...2 days ago -
Financial Times - World
UK urged to reform science research funding to compete globally
Report by Lord Mandelson calls for more focus on critical technologies as part of wider industrial strategy2 days ago - United Kingdom -
The Guardian - World
Charlotte Wood on the Booker prize: ‘The global attention is like nothing I’ve seen’
The author is the first Australian to be shortlisted for the $98,000 prize since Richard Flanagan won in 2014. Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email Mere hours after finishing the first ...2 days ago -