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U.N. Meets Amid a Backdrop of Growing Chaos and Violence
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BBC News - Top stories
Israel and Hezbollah urged to step back as UN warns of 'catastrophe'
Israel says it will continue military action, as the UN chief raises the risk of Lebanon becoming "another Gaza".2 hours ago - Israel -
The Guardian - World
Russia isolated at UN summit after surprise bid to derail pact
Country’s attempt to defer adoption of ambitious ‘pact for the future’ to reform institution rejected 143 votes to seven. Russia was left badly isolated at a high-profile UN summit in New York when ...2 hours ago - Russia -
Yahoo News - World
Israel and Hezbollah urged to step back as UN warns of 'catastrophe'
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ABC News - Top stories
World leaders gathering in New York for UN General Assembly. The outlook is gloomy
It's not a great moment in world affairs right now8 hours ago - New York -
NBC News - Politics
Biden expected to make one of his final major speeches at UN
President Biden is expected to make one of his final major speeches on the world stage when he gathers with leaders from across the globe in New York for the United Nations General Assembly. Among ...10 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Wired - Tech
Meet the People Traveling the World, Thanks to Crowdfunding
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Financial Times - Business
UK traders set up own ‘inspection points’ for EU goods to tackle Brexit chaos
Businesses sign up to ‘trusted trader’ scheme to cut costs and ease trade friction18 hours ago - United Kingdom -
The New York Times - Sports
Growing Pains for the Showcase of Future Men’s Tennis Stars
The ATP Next Gen Finals tournament was designed to show off the best young players. These days, they’re already winning Grand Slams.19 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Kenyan president visits Haiti as it grapples with future of international efforts to fight gangs
Kenya’s President William Ruto has arrived in Haiti21 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
A Week of Chaos Pushes Lebanon’s Doctors to the Limit
Exploding wireless devices maimed thousands. An Israeli airstrike on Friday flattened two buildings. Many doctors, exhausted, wonder how the country will cope if violence continues.Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Fulham investigate amid Al Fayed rape allegations
Fulham are investigating whether anyone associated with the club has been a victim of its former owner Mohamed Al Fayed, who has been accused of raping and sexually abusing young women.Yesterday -
ABC News - World
What to know about the growing conflict between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah
This week saw a dizzying escalation in the nearly yearlong conflict between Israel and Lebanon’s HezbollahYesterday - Israel -
Inc. - Business
Leading Effective Meetings: Managing Challenges and Driving Accountability
When tensions arise, try to diffuse the situation.Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
Harris' fundraising triples Trump's in August, growing Democrat's warchest
The Harris campaign and the DNC raised $257 million in the month of August, while the Trump campaign and the RNC raised $85 million the same month.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
UN chief António Guterres to seek world leaders’ backing for vision of the future
Pact covering wars, AI, climate crisis and inequality has been watered down, say critics. The UN’s secretary general, António Guterres, will try to persuade world leaders to extend their horizons ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Is Labour on track to meet its promises on the environment?
Though the party has plenty to celebrate at its first conference in power for 15 years, there is much work to do to on net zero. When Keir Starmer arrives in Liverpool this weekend promising an ...Yesterday -
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 Guardian - World
UN pleads against further violence after Israeli strike kills top Hezbollah leader
IDF airstrike on Beirut that killed at least 14 causes fears of escalation into even more devastating conflict. Middle East crisis live: latest updates Further violence between Israel and ...2 days ago - Israel -
Inc. - Business
Experts Want UN to Set Up Principles for Global AI Governance
As the technology makes rapid progress, observers say it's 'imperative' to establish the foundations forinclusive global institutions to track its evolution and establish safeguards.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
How the Fastest-Growing County in Wisconsin Is Scrambling the Presidential Race
Madison, Wis., and its blossoming suburbs are drawing newcomers for tech and health care jobs. With a swing state in the balance, Democrats see promise.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Jhon Durán’s command of chaos can be Aston Villa’s secret weapon
Teammates call him ‘nuts’ but headstrong character is part of his charm as Unai Emery’s unerring world-class finisher. As Amadou Onana threw three fist pumps in the direction of the Aston Villa ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
WHCA raises concern about press access to Biden meetings with Quad leaders
The White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) is raising concerns about press access to an upcoming meeting of "the Quad" world leaders. President Biden is hosting leaders from India, ...2 days ago - Joe Biden -
Financial Times - World
Western philanthropies drum up climate finance ahead of UN meetings
African pledge comes as wrangling continues about how to fund the energy transition in developing countries2 days ago - Climate -
Yahoo News - World
In Palermo, there's more to an evening walk than meets the eye
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The New York Times - World
Three Mile Island Plans to Reopen as Demand for Nuclear Power Grows
The infamous plant, closed since 2019, is getting a new lease on life after Microsoft agreed to buy its electricity to supply a growing fleet of data centers.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 -
Financial Times - Business
‘A nightmare on repeat’: Lebanese process sabotaged device attacks
Shocked citizens, extreme injuries and a powerful militant group in disarray: the impact of thousands of pager and walkie-talkie blasts2 days ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Meet the makeup wizard who transformed Sebastian Stan into 'A Different Man'
Oscar-nominated makeup artist Mike Marino used groundbreaking prosthetics in collaboration with the actor Sebastian Stan for A24's "A Different Man."2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Skills to pay the bills - but tradeswomen say they earn less and are not taken seriously
One tradeswoman struggled to find employment despite finishing her training with a distinction.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
One Week After Meeting, a Bloody Nose and an ‘I Love You’
Gregory Addicott was on another date when he met Christopher Traina. Six weeks later, they became official and began a “press tour,” introducing each other to their respective families and friends.2 days ago
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For Israel, Gaza Cease-Fire Talks Take a Back Seat to Military Force
After years of failed deals and tit-for-tat violence, neither the Israelis nor the Palestinians believe their adversaries will ever negotiate in good faith.7 hours ago - Israel -
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Sri Lanka Elects Leftist Leader Dissanayake as President
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