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CNBC - Business
28-year-old made 15 offers, went $65,000 over asking price and still got rejected: The housing market is ‘a slap in the face’
To afford a home in many American cities, first-time buyers increasingly need to be wealthy or rely on family help, and they are losing hope.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Families of Americans ensnared in DRC coup plot assert their innocence
Young Americans face death penalty for ‘amateurish’ assault in Congo that was led by one of their fathers . The family of a Utah student sentenced to death in the Democratic Republic of Congo ...Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
Here's Why HBO's The Penguin Changed Oswald Cobblepot's Name
Oswald Cobblepot isn't exact a household name, but even casual Batman fans know that this is the given name of Gotham's Gentleman of Crime, otherwise known as the Penguin. But for the latest (and ...Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
NASCAR playoffs: Denny Hamlin and Martin Truex Jr. enter Bristol outside the top 12
Saturday's race is the final race of the first round and four drivers will be eliminated from the playoffs.Yesterday - NASCAR -
The New York Times - Business
Instagram Unveils Sweeping Changes for Users Under Age 18
The app, which is popular with teenagers, introduced new settings and features aimed at addressing inappropriate online contact and content, and improving sleep for users under 18.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
George Clooney reacts to Trump saying he should 'get out of politics': 'I will if he does'
George Clooney is responding to former President Trump's call that he should abandon politics and focus on his TV career, saying, "I will if he does." "He's a big fan of mine," the "Ocean's Eleven" ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - Top stories
Europe’s Floods Are Another Sign of Growing Threat of Climate Change
Climate change is influencing extreme weather events like the flooding across six countries that has led to mass evacuations of cities as the waters continue to rise.Yesterday - Climate -
CNBC - Business
The iPhone 16 Pro Max has better battery life and great cameras, but Apple Intelligence hasn't arrived
CNBC's iPhone 16 Pro Max review. There are a lot of good upgrades but Apple Intelligence isn't ready yet.Yesterday - Apple -
The Guardian - World
Don’t fear the boomers! How Poland is celebrating its old people – and making life better for every age
While the rest of Europe worries about a ‘silver tsunami’ or ‘demographic bomb’, the cities of Wrocław and Kraków are treating their ageing populations as an opportunity rather than a burden – with ...Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Ukrainian drone attack on Russian ammo depot triggers blast that shakes earthquake sensors
A Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian missile facility in Toropets, Tver Oblast, caused fireballs visible from space and a blast detected as a minor earthquake.Yesterday - Ukraine -
The Guardian - World
More floods are coming to Britain, but you ought to know this: the system that should protect us is a scandal | George Monbiot
A network of public bodies are supposed to safeguard us from flooding. But, like old boys’ clubs, they are bastions of self-interest. Labour’s first stage of government resembles a vast forensic ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Trump praises Secret Service in first event since thwarted assassination plot
Former president talks up tariffs in Flint, Michigan, and warns attendees of dangers of nuclear ‘obliteration’ . Trump held his first campaign event on Tuesday since the thwarted assassination ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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NHS junior doctors to be known as resident doctors after job title change
They will now be called resident doctors in an attempt to better reflect their expertise.Yesterday -
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Climate change is turbo-charging Somalia’s problems - but there's still hope
Despite facing a catastrophic combination of flooding and conflict, there is optimism in the African country - as climate editor Justin Rowlatt discovers.Yesterday - Climate -
ABC News - World
Venezuela's government says fourth US citizen was detained in alleged plot to kill President Maduro
Venezuela’s government has announced the arrest of a fourth U.S. citizen in connection with an alleged plot to kill President Nicolás MaduroYesterday -
CBS News - Politics
Venezuela says 4th American arrested over alleged "plot" against Maduro
Venezuela said Tuesday it had arrested a fourth U.S. citizen over what it claims was a plot to assassinate President Nicolás Maduro in the aftermath of elections the opposition claims he stole.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
In Ukraine, Trump plot suspect remembered as 'delusional'
Ryan Routh had an "unhealthy" fixation on the war, despite being rejected by Ukraine’s International Legion.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Express Scripts sues FTC over report blasting pharmacy middlemen
Express Scripts, one of the country’s largest pharmacy benefit managers, sued the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Tuesday and demanded the agency retract a report saying the industry middlemen ...Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Eagles collapse: Why Philadelphia may have been better off going for it on 4th down instead of kicking FG
The Eagles surprisingly gave the Falcons a better chance to win, despite extending their leadYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Widow of man killed in Baltimore bridge collapse speaks out, calls for better safety protections
It's been nearly half a year since a cargo ship slammed into Baltimore's Key Bridge, causing its collapse and the deaths of six workers on the bridge. As some of the victims' families announce a ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Instagram rolling out changes for teen users
Instagram announced sweeping changes to teenagers' accounts Tuesday, an effort aimed at boosting their safety and giving parents more control over content settings. The social media platform will ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
New Details in the Trump Shooting Plot, and Sean Combs Arrested
Plus, the boom in Ozempic dupes.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - World
How will the apparent attempt on Trump’s life change the campaign?
Also in today’s newsletter, Kamala Harris’s Nevada problem and the polling advantage on economic stewardship2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Amazon is using generative AI to drive more same-day shipping using smarter robots and better routes
Amazon is delivering more Prime items the same or next day with generative AI improvements in robots, routes and predictive inventory.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Shōgun proves you don’t need dragons and bare bottoms for compelling drama | Zoe Williams
It’s official: cheap, violent thrills are out; detailed trade negotiations are in. Shōgun’s Emmy-winning haul suggests cerebral viewing is back in vogue. A friend who works in TV explained to me ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Who Is Ryan Routh, the Suspect in an Apparent Trump Assassination Attempt?
Interviews, records and a self-aggrandizing book suggest that Ryan Routh, a peripatetic builder, saw himself as an influential participant in momentous world events.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Clutch Cousins changes the conversation with primetime comeback
The Falcons heard the criticism for eight days after an ugly Week 1 loss and responded when it mattered; with Kirk Cousins executing a game-winning drive.2 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Business
SEB Appoints Chief Operating Officer, Makes Other Organizational Changes
The Sweden-based bank, which is consolidating its wealth and asset-management operations, said Jonas Ahlstrom, currently head of the large corporates & financial institutions, was appointed COO and ...2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Wine and wasabi producers battle climate change
Farmer Jon Old tells the BBC that rising temperatures are making growing his crops more difficult.2 days ago - Climate -
BBC News - Top stories
Pregnancy brain changes revealed in detailed scans
Repeated scans during one woman's pregnancy show brain changes never charted before.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Chased out by protesters, a political dynasty plots its comeback
The Rajapaksas had a vice-like grip on Sri Lanka until they were chased from power. Could they return?2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Giants need dramatic change to avoid becoming embarrassment after loss to Commanders
The Giants' defense didn’t allow a touchdown while their offense scored three on Sunday. They still lost, 21-18, to the Washington Commanders.3 days ago - NFL