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Financial Times - Business
Starmer says his government must be ‘prepared to be unpopular’
UK prime minister defends decision to scrap winter fuel payments for 10mn pensioners to shore up public finances39 minutes ago -
The Hill - Politics
Government shutdown looms as Congress faces funding fight
Congress is staring down a time crunch to avert a shutdown, with both parties digging in their heels and some Republicans expressing skepticism about their own party’s plans less than a month ...1 hour ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Person of interest now a suspect in Kentucky freeway shooting that injured 7: Sheriff
A man initially named a person of interest in a Kentucky freeway shooting Saturday night that left seven people injured, authorities said Sunday.1 hour ago -
Politico - Politics
Schumer vows to pass clean government funding patch
He says his chamber will seek to avoid "a pointless and painful government shutdown."1 hour ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Trump's Best Idea: Unleashing Elon Musk on Government
The entrepreneur wants to run a commission on government efficiency.1 hour ago - Elon Musk -
MarketWatch - Business
The Biden administration said their student debt was canceled, but their servicer still says they owe. Now they’re suing.
Borrowers allege in a lawsuit against MOHELA that in some cases they’ve been waiting years for the debt relief they were promised2 hours ago - Joe Biden -
ABC News - World
Supporters of Pakistan’s imprisoned ex-PM Imran Khan rally to demand his release
Thousands of supporters of Pakistan’s imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan have rallied on the outskirts of the capital, Islamabad, demanding his release3 hours ago - Pakistan -
Financial Times - Business
Masters graduates in finance jobs enjoy sharp rise in pay, FT ranking shows
Switzerland’s St Gallen returns to the top of the Masters in Management table, as alumni in financial sector fare best5 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Three Israelis shot dead at West Bank-Jordan crossing
Israeli officials say a gunman approached from the Jordanian side and opened fire.5 hours ago - Israel -
Yahoo News - World
Thousands rally in Pakistan for release of former prime minister Khan
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Financial Times - Business
France asks EU for more time to submit debt plan
New PM Michel Barnier works to put together a government against backdrop of worsening public finances6 hours ago - European Union -
BBC News - Top stories
'Tough decisions are tough decisions': Starmer defends winter fuel payment cut
The PM says the only way to deliver change is to do "difficult things now", in his first major No 10 interview.7 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Is the ECB about to cut interest rates?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead11 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
Nvidia Draws Antitrust Scrutiny as Enforcers Signal Early Interest in AI
The Justice Department’s probe of the chip company highlights interest in being more aggressive than in years past.13 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Companies issue record level of US debt to avoid market turbulence and election risk
Flurry of investment-grade bond deals as investors prepare for a potentially volatile autumn18 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump Lays Out Vision for Bending the Federal Government to His Will
In Wisconsin, former President Donald J. Trump called for eliminating the Department of Education and said he would work with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine skeptic, on health issues.22 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Inc. - Business
Republicans Bring Legislation to Stop Government Shutdown. Democrats Say It's Too Partisan
The bill would fund agencies at current levels until March 2823 hours ago - Republican Party -
BBC News - Top stories
NHS has been broken by past governments, Keir Starmer tells BBC
The prime minister said the upcoming Lord Darzi review will reveal too many are let down by the NHS.Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
UK tax authorities filed winding-up petition against Bank of London over unpaid debts
Clearing bank says it is up to date with all tax payments and blames administrative errorYesterday - United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
King and Queen enjoy Braemar Highland Games
Charles and Camilla were keen spectators at the games on their summer break to Aberdeenshire.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
MarketWatch - Business
I had a CD with a 5.5% interest rate and the bank wants it back early. Now what?
With the Federal Reserve expected to lower interest rates, you may be getting a surprise email from your bank.Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
Mega Millions jackpot soars to an estimated $800 million
The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to an estimated $800 million with a cash option of $401.8 millionYesterday - Lottery -
The New York Times - World
American Woman and Palestinian Girl Killed in Separate West Bank Incidents
In a separate incident, a 13-year-old Palestinian girl was also fatally shot, part of the rising toll of West Bank violence during the war in Gaza.Yesterday -
Yahoo News - World
Germany's Scholz says government backing cross-party migration talks
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CBS News - Top stories
Mega Millions jackpot soars to an estimated $800 million after no winners
Mega Millions said the jackpot was last won in Illinois on June 4 with a ticket valued at $552 million.Yesterday - Lottery -
CNBC - Business
3 ways Wall Street's largest banks are leveraging AI to increase profitability
Top finance leaders are becoming convinced that the tech will transform their businesses.Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
Online Credit Unions Offering High Interest Rates on Savings May Be Fakes
Ontario’s financial regulator has issued warnings about three websites illegally claiming to be credit unions, but it is powerless to close them.Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
American Killed at West Bank Protest Was a Campus Organizer
Her trip to the West Bank, where she was shot on Friday, was Ms. Eygi’s latest effort in years of activism that began nearly a decade ago when was still a teenager.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
American killed in West Bank protests
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story US presses Israel after American citizen shot dead in West Bank A ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
House GOP unveils stopgap plan to avert government shutdown
House Republicans on Friday unveiled their highly anticipated plan to avert a government shutdown that is sure to upset Democrats and has already drawn skepticism from some in the GOP. The 46-page ...2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
Job Market Remains Tepid Ahead of Federal Reserve Interest Rate Cuts
The job market may have cooled but appears sturdy as the Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates Sept. 17-18.2 days ago -
Politico - Politics
House Republicans unveil stopgap government funding plan
Ahead of the month-end deadline, House GOP leaders are tying a non-citizen voting bill to a six-month funding patch.2 days ago - Republican Party -
Financial Times - Business
Top Fed officials leave door open for large interest rate cuts if data worsens
Comments from policymakers follow report showing US economy added fewer jobs than expected2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
L.A. Banking on Hollywood Factor for 2028 Olympics
Organizers don't expect to compete with Paris, but expect Los Angeles to offer its own allure.2 days ago - Olympics -
Financial Times - Business
US protester shot dead in West Bank
Turkish-American dual national Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi, 26, was killed by Israeli troops, says Turkey2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Fed Governor Waller backs interest rate cut at September meeting, open to larger move
Waller on Friday backed an interest rate cut at the upcoming policy meeting, noting the importance of supporting a weakening jobs picture.2 days ago - Federal Reserve -
Inc. - Business
Government Meets With Big Tech to Help Evade Online Censors in Russia, Iran
As the U.S. confronts authoritarian regimes online, it wants major tech firms to create and offer virtual private networks to dodge digital restrictions in those countries. A wave of indictments ...2 days ago - Iran