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ABC News - Entertainment
'The West Wing' cast visits the White House for a 25th anniversary party
First lady Jill Biden invited cast members from “The West Wing” to the White House to mark the 25th anniversary of the hit drama12 minutes ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
With Robinson Candidacy, North Carolina Republicans Fear Damage to Years of Gains
Explosive posts by the Republican candidate for governor, Mark Robinson, are sending waves of anxiety through a state party that has long been tactical and disciplined.35 minutes ago - Republican Party -
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 ...1 hour ago -
CBS News - Top stories
"CBS Evening News" headlines for Friday, Sept. 20, 2024
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."1 hour ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Lebanon border clashes between Israel, Hezbollah spark fears of wider war
The fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon continued escalating Friday as the Israeli military says it killed about a dozen top Hezbollah members in a rare airstrike in Beirut. Chris ...1 hour ago - Israel -
BBC News - Top stories
Mohamed Al Fayed: How culture of fear at Harrods protected a predator
One woman says the head of security for the former Harrods boss threatened her when she tried to speak out.1 hour ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Poll shows young men in the US are more at risk for gambling addiction than the general population
A new study shows 10% of young men in the U.S. show behavior that indicates a gambling problem, compared to 3% of the general population2 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
With Focus Shifting to Lebanon, Some in Gaza Fear Cease-Fire Talks Will Be Sidelined
Even as Israel signals that it is moving its focus to its northern border with Lebanon, there has been no pause to its bombardment in Gaza, where residents are facing another winter with little ...4 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Critics Fear Tax Subsidies for Carbon Capture Won’t Be Checked
Some activists are questioning whether the federal government can accurately verify a tax program for facilities that store planet-warming gases.5 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Is China preparing to attack Japan?
China may be preparing a surprise attack against Japan, involving a massive missile barrage against all major U.S. and Japanese military installations, in order to maximize the effectiveness of a ...5 hours ago - China -
NBC News - Top stories
Pager attack used well-worn spy tactic to inflict new devastating human toll
The attack on Hezbollah via exploding pagers this week, widely believed to be conducted by Israel, was a novel use of a well-trodden spy tactic.8 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Israel’s Attacks on Hezbollah Have Intensified but Stop Short of All-Out War
Israel is attempting a risky strategy, increasing the intensity of its attacks in an attempt to force Hezbollah to back down, while raising the chances of an aggressive response that devolves into ...8 hours ago - Israel -
Yahoo News - World
Fridays for Future rallies draw 75,000 demonstrators across Germany
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MarketWatch - Business
Traders face biggest index rebalancing in four years on Friday: Here’s what to watch for
Investors are facing the busiest quarterly rebalancing in about four years on Friday in a shakeup that could impact roughly $250 billion worth of stocks, according to a team of equity analysts at ...9 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Iran condemns a Taliban delegate's failure to stand for the Iranian national anthem
Iran has expressed its deep displeasure over a Taliban delegate’s failure to stand during the Iranian national anthem at an event in Tehran10 hours ago - Iran -
The Hill - Politics
Postmaster general: ‘Wrong’ to say mail ballots might be misplaced
U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy expressed frustration Thursday to reporters about the ongoing criticism from election officials about how the agency handles mail-in ballots, saying it is wrong ...10 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
India bailout for Maldives lessens default fear
Archipelago nation receives $50mn to meet October coupon payment11 hours ago - India -
The New York Times - World
After Pager Attack, Israel and Hezbollah Return to Familiar Deadlock
Israel’s attack on Hezbollah’s communication devices raised expectations of a decisive shift in their war of attrition. Instead, the fighting has returned to a standoff.11 hours ago - Israel -
The New York Times - Top stories
After Pager Attack, Israel and Hezbollah Return to Familiar Deadlock
Israel’s attack on Hezbollah’s communication devices raised expectations of a decisive shift in their war of attrition. Instead, the fighting has returned to a standoff.11 hours ago - Israel -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel conducts "targeted strike" in Beirut after U.S. warns against escalation
The White House earlier warned both Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group against "escalation of any kind" following pager and walkie talkie explosions targeting Hezbollah members.11 hours ago - Israel -
The New York Times - Top stories
E.U. Will Offer $39 Billion Loan for Ukraine Without U.S. Help
Plans for a larger sum collapsed when Hungary blocked changes requested by Washington as the price for a joint initiative.11 hours ago - Ukraine -
CBS News - Top stories
Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire over Lebanon border, growing fears of a wider war
Israel has carried out major bombing in Lebanon as the IDF says it was targeting the militant group Hezbollah, who has fired back. The U.S. has warned both sides against an escalation of any kind ...12 hours ago - Israel -
Yahoo News - World
Number of Russian deaths in Ukraine hits 70,000 amid Putin's devastating 'meat grinder' attacks: report
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The Hill - Politics
Lessons from Israel's pager attack
Even as the Lebanese-Israeli crisis intensifies, there appears to be no end to the political machinations in Jerusalem.12 hours ago - Israel -
Financial Times - World
Israel’s pager attack has raised the stakes in the Middle East
For Hizbollah the strike is a humiliation, while some Israelis see it as a prelude to a wider offensive in Lebanon14 hours ago - Israel -
The New York Times - World
Lebanese Talk of Revenge for Pager Attacks
After two days of exploding pagers and walkie-talkies, Beirut was a city on edge, with people worried there were bombs in their bags or pockets. Victims’ relatives vowed retribution.15 hours 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.16 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Friday NASCAR schedule for Xfinity, Cup Series at Bristol
The Xfinity Series holds its final race of the regular season Friday night.16 hours ago - NASCAR -
Yahoo News - World
EU chief in Kiev with promises of winter aid amid energy supply fears
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BBC News - Top stories
Gallery stands firm over naked painting in window despite police visit
Officers visited the gallery in Hay-on-Wye after complaints Poppy Baynham's artwork was pornographic.19 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
Hezbollah leader vows retaliation against Israel for attacks on devices as both sides trade strikes
The leader of Hezbollah vowed to retaliate for this week’s deadly attacks on the group’s communications devices22 hours ago - Israel -
VentureBeat - Tech
1X’s generative model first to predict real-world robot interactions
Generative models trained on raw data from robots learn world models that can simulate physical environments with photorealistic quality.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
How to watch Friday night's NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Bristol
Dale Earnhardt makes his first start of the year in the series on Friday.Yesterday - NASCAR -
Inc. - Business
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Says the Giant Investment in Generative AI Is Already Paying Off
He pointed to a product made by a Microsoft-owned company as a reason for his bullishness.Yesterday - Microsoft