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The U.K. Has a More Working Class Cabinet. It’s Still Seen as Out of Touch.
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World - The Guardian
Keir Starmer defends Chagos Islands deal after Boris Johnson accuses Labour of ‘sheer political correctness’ – UK politics live
PM says deal ensures continuation of UK-US military base on the islands and has been welcomed with ‘warm words’ by US. Jonathan Powell, who was leading negotiations for the new government with ...18 minutes ago - United Kingdom -
Business - CNBC
Middle-class wages aren't keeping up. Some economists say policy is suppressing pay growth
As of June, two-thirds of middle-income households said they believed their income was falling behind the cost of living, according to a survey by Primerica.2 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Work-to-rule punishes patients, Streeting tells GPs
The health secretary outlined measures on cutting "red tape" and alleviating paperwork for GPs in a speech.3 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Asheville's vibrant arts scene powered its economy — now much of it lies in ruins
“My entire portfolio is in the river somewhere,” one artist said after floodwaters from Hurricane Helene destroyed over a dozen local studios in the city's River Arts District.3 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
China's stimulus rally has already sent stocks up 25%. And there could be more to come
Mainland markets is closed for a week-long holiday commemorating the 75th anniversary of the People's Republic of China. Trading is set to resume on Oct. 8.5 hours ago - China -
World - Financial Times
Has Sinn Féin missed its chance to govern Ireland?
After watching its support slip dramatically, the pro-unity party has its work cut out to stage a comeback in a looming election8 hours ago -
World - ABC News
A gang in Haiti has killed more than 20 and injured dozens after raiding a small town, official says
Gang members have attacked a small town in central Haiti and killed killing more than 20 people, including children, according to a human rights group8 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Dockworkers on East and Gulf Coast to return to work after reaching agreement on wages
Thousands of dockworkers on the East Coast and Gulf Coast will return to work after reaching a tentative agreement on wages, ending one of the biggest work stoppages in decades.10 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Dozens of migrants still missing off Djibouti's coast after smugglers forced them out of boats
Rescuers are searching for dozens of migrants from Africa still missing after smugglers apparently forced them out of two boats in the Red Sea off the coast of Djibouti earlier this week11 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How Los Angeles is working to combat the homelessness crisis
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has been focused on addressing the city's homelessness crisis, getting people off the streets and into shelters that, up until now, did not exist. She's doing it by ...11 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
North Carolina communities work to provide supplies after Helene
North Carolina distribution centers worked to provide essential supplies to community members Thursday, one week after Hurricane Helene made landfall. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has more.12 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Biden declares ‘collective bargaining works’ after deal struck
President Biden on Thursday hailed the agreement made between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union and the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX) to end the port strike, arguing that ...12 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - BBC News
Moment giant explosions seen near Beirut airport
Footage appears to show the blasts close to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport.14 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Why Skittles, Cheez-Its and other snacks could get more expensive with this $36 billion merger
Consumer advocate group says the merger between Mars and Kellanova would create yet another massive player in the food industry, restricting competition and giving the combined company more leeway ...14 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Israel-Gaza-Lebanon updates: Large blast seen in southern Beirut
Israel continued its intense airstrike campaign across Lebanon, which included several strikes in Beirut's southern suburbs and one in the center of the city.14 hours ago - Israel -
Sports - CBS Sports
How Chris Rigg, rest of Sunderland's youth prospects are bringing back memories of '95 Manchester United
The youngest team in the Championship is out to prove it's also the best one in the league16 hours ago - Premier League -
Top stories - The New York Times
Can I Still Use an Expired Covid Test?
The expiration date listed on the box might not be accurate. Here’s what to know.17 hours ago - Covid -
Health - ABC News
Rwanda's Marburg fever deaths rise to 11 as its source is being investigated
Health authorities say Marburg hemorrhagic fever has killed 11 people in Rwanda18 hours ago -
Tech - Wired
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Breaks Out of Its Box—and Onto a Canvas
ChatGPT’s new canvas interface can suggest improvements to writing and code as well as make in-line changes.19 hours ago -
World - Yahoo News
Dozens of migrants still missing off Djibouti's coast after smugglers forced them out of boats
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Tech - GameSpot
Hitman 3 VR Developer Has Reportedly Laid Off Almost All Of Its Staff
After launching to mixed reviews earlier this year, Hitman 3 VR: Reloaded developer XR Games has reportedly laid off nearly all of its staff. In a LinkedIn post by the former head of production ...19 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
UK hands back Chagos Islands - but will keep military base
In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands to Mauritius - after decades of often fractious negotiations.20 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - The New York Times
Our Housing Crisis Has Its Roots in the Financial Crisis
Well-meaning regulations and reforms intended to prevent another financial crisis has pushed millions of affordable homes out of the reach of everyday buyers and into the coffers of investors.22 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
The new Conservative class war
Badenoch’s attack on an overweening state seeks to imitate Thatcher’s case against the overmighty trade unions23 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Here's how to improve the way Congress works
The House Rules Committee held a hearing on proposed rules changes for the 119th Congress, with Rep. Derek Kilmer recommending non-policy bipartisan retreats and planning meetings to foster trust ...23 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Star Citizen Dev Is Forcing Employees To Work Seven Days A Week - Report
For a game that's still technically in pre-release early access, Star Citizen has amassed a large following and its own annual convention, CitizenCon. But even though the full release isn't on ...Yesterday -
Tech - Wired
Trump's Get Out the Vote Plan Is Unusual—and It Just Might Work
Critics have pointed to Trump's quiet ground game as a reason his campaign might be flailing. But online? It’s a whole different story.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Do we still need vice presidential debates?
Very few people make their voting decisions based on the vice-presidential candidate. So why do we bother?Yesterday -
Sports - CBS Sports
Ranking the Top 10 picks in the 2024 NFL Draft class: Jayden Daniels, Malik Nabers and Joe Alt lead the way
Draft classes are often about how well the QBs play and this group is no differentYesterday - NFL -
Business - MarketWatch
Estate planning has become more urgent for rich people as the election nears. That’s why tax laws need fixing, critics say.
Wealthy families’ focus on the estate tax is fodder for critics of the U.S. tax system and a preview of the fierce debate coming when the Trump tax cuts sunset.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs was not alone
A second asteroid hit Earth around the same time causing a "catastrophic" event.Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Israel presses its military advantage
Iran launches missile attacks on Tel Aviv as Israel moves troops into LebanonYesterday - Israel -
World - ABC News
Former Singaporean cabinet minister sentenced to a year in prison after he pleaded guilty to receiving illegal gifts
Former Singaporean cabinet minister sentenced to a year in prison after he pleaded guilty to receiving illegal giftsYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Ex-teacher on bail for sexual assault sought work as private tutor
A man charged with sexual assault has been advertising as a private tutor for children, the BBC finds.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Israel has vowed to punish Iran for its missile strikes. How?
Israel is set to retaliate for Iran's missile attack, while Tehran says it will hit back in turn if this happens.Yesterday - Iran
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World - The New York Times
Live Updates: Israeli Strikes Rock Lebanon as Iran’s Leader Issues Warning
In Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei delivered a rare sermon at the Friday Prayer, expressing solidarity with Hezbollah and warning of further attacks against Israel.11 minutes ago - Israel -
World - The New York Times
‘Why Us?’: A Tide of Grief in Lebanon
Mourners reeled over lost loved ones after an Israeli strike on an apartment building killed at least 45 people.33 minutes ago -
World - The New York Times
After Successes, Israel’s Military Is in a ‘Long Game’ With No Clear Outcome
A year after perhaps the worst military and intelligence debacle in the country’s history, its armed forces have regained the momentum. Some ask: to what end?20 hours ago - Israel -
World - The New York Times
After Iran’s Missile Attack, Israel May Be Ready to Risk All-Out War
Israel seems ready to respond in a much more forceful and public way with Iran after Tehran launched its second massive missile attack on Israel this year, analysts and officials say.Yesterday - Israel -
World - The New York Times
Israel’s Strikes in Beirut Brings the Once-Bustling Suburbs to a Standstill
Airstrikes targeting members of Hezbollah have brought the Dahiya neighborhoods south of Beirut to a standstill, its residents fleeing and businesses shuttering.20 hours ago - Israel