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The Hill - Politics
All eyes on Speaker Johnson for next move on government funding
All eyes are on Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) this week as lawmakers await his next move in the fight over government funding, after Republican resistance foiled his initial strategy for avoiding an ...14 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The Power Grid Has Withstood the Heat, but Electric Supplies Are Tight
The grid has avoided rolling blackouts so far this summer. Regions that added renewables and batteries quickly have fared better than others.15 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Green Energy Transition Is Powered by China
Much of the good news about green energy is coming out of one country.15 hours ago - China -
Inc. - Business
Meet the Cactus Powering a New Generation of Latino-Owned Businesses
Nopales are a staple of Mexican food and culture. Now, Latino entrepreneurs are looking to the cactus to help them tap into key markets.16 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
How events unfolded on Trump's golf course
Donald Trump has been targeted in an alleged assassination attempt, for the second time in a matter of months.18 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Guardian - World
Kingmaker by Sonia Purnell review – Pamela Churchill Harriman’s astonishing life of seduction and power
The eventful love life – and intelligence-gathering skills – of one of the most talked-about women of her age makes the first half of this sympathetic study more compelling than the postwar ...18 hours ago -
Yahoo News - World
Thailand’s New Government Wades Back Into Central Bank Feud
19 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
HS2 blew billions - here's how and why
How did HS2 manage to go so far over its original budget?19 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Week 2 Care/Don't Care: Fantasy football managers should stay away from the Bears for now
Week 2 of the fantasy football season brought more chaos. Matt Harmon sifts through the noise to find the signal.20 hours ago - Fantasy Football -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
NFL power rankings: Where 49ers stand after loss to Vikings
Here's where the San Francisco 49ers and the rest of the NFL stand in the latest power rankings with the Week 2 slate almost complete.20 hours ago - NFL -
CNBC - Business
China's local government debt problems are a hidden drag on economic growth
China's persistent consumption slowdown traces back to the country's real estate slump, and its deep ties to local government finances — and debt.21 hours ago - China -
Inc. - Business
Harris vs. Trump: Venture Capitalists Divided on 2024 Election
Venture Capitalists have different reasons for backing either of the two leading presidential candidates.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Sports
Loose lap belt for Power helps Palou cruise to 3rd IndyCar season championship
Alex Palou easily drove to his third IndyCar championship in four years when challenger Will Power’s seatbelt came loose minutes into the season-deciding finale Sunday at Nashville SuperspeedwayYesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Three drug developers went public, and their performance will act as a barometer of investor interest in biotech IPOs ahead of the election.
Three drug developers went public, and their performance will act as a barometer of investor interest in biotech IPOs ahead of the election.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
How to watch the 2024 Emmy Awards tonight
The 2024 Emmy Awards are on tonight. Find out who's hosting, who's nominated and how to watch without cable.Yesterday -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How California's Rent Control Hurts Renters
There was no way for me to recoup any investment I had planned to make in the property.Yesterday - California -
The Wall Street Journal - World
It's Too Close to the Election for the Fed to Cut Rates
There’s a reason the central bank almost never makes changes in the final months of a campaign.Yesterday - Federal Reserve -
The Hill - Politics
Another government-run insurance scheme is last thing the nation needs
The INSURE Act, introduced by Rep. Adam Schiff, aims to add additional capacity to the reinsurance market with the creation of a federal reinsurance entity. However, no subsidized, unprofessionally ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Shapiro on Harris’s chances in Pennsylvania: 'Every election is close'
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) said Sunday that "every election is close in" his home state when asked about Vice President Harris's chances of winning it. “How likely is it at this point that ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Texas Republican says 'whoever wins' 2024 election, the public must 'support the president'
Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) stressed the importance of maintaining confidence in the 2024 election results and supporting “whoever wins” the presidency this November. “Whoever wins, I view myself ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Hell on Middle-earth? The Rings of Power fails to spin streaming gold
Most expensive TV show ever is in its second season, but reviews are disappointing and audiences are staying away. The Amazon Studios chief, Jennifer Salke, seemed aware of the stakes when the ...Yesterday -
Politico - Politics
Bipartisan group of lawmakers signs pledge to certify 2024 election results
3 days ago