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Behind Trump’s Views on Ukraine: Putin’s Gambit and a Political Grudge
The roots of Donald Trump’s animus toward Ukraine — an issue with profound consequences should he be elected again — can be found in a yearlong series of events spanning 2016 and 2017.6 hours ago - Ukraine -
Top stories - NBC News
Battered but open for business, the Great Smoky Mountains need tourists
Operators face a wave of cancellations as they stare down steep repair costs, but say “it feels a little unethical” to court visitors while neighbors struggle.6 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘I’m fine with people bashing us’: inside the controversial Trump biopic
The Apprentice depicts the ex-president’s come up, a gamble that’s led to legal threats and Hollywood discourse. In 1973, Donald Trump was a hungry, awkward real estate heir from Queens looking ...9 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - The New York Times
Hurricane Helene Death Toll Climbs, But Many Remain Missing
The storm’s death toll has climbed past 225, but many people remain unaccounted for and searching for them is complicated. Their families are desperate for answers.14 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Rhamondre Stevenson benched: Patriots RB won't start vs. Dolphins in Week 5, but he'll still play
Stevenson has fumbled in every game this season17 hours ago - NFL -
Business - CNBC
U.S. ports start 100-day countdown clock to new strike, and automation is poised to be the dealbreaker
The East and Gulf Coast ports strike deal isn't close to done, with a fight over automation between ILA union and USMX ownership group facing Jan. 15 deadline.19 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Tennessee players will wear 'Mountain Strong' decal on helmets to honor Hurricane Helene victims
The school will also provide fans with ways to assist in recovery efforts19 hours ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Why did Angel City get fined $200K and docked three points? Explaining multiple NWSL salary cap violations
Angel City executives Julie Uhrman and Angela Hucles Mangano were also suspended over the violations23 hours ago -
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Judge rules public can view video evidence in French mass rape trial
A previous ruling is reversed in the trial of a man accused of drugging his wife and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her.Yesterday -
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Oil prices climb with Israel considering strikes on Iranian oil facilities
As the Middle East waits to see how Israel will respond to Tuesday's massive missile attack by Iran, oil prices have risen over the prospect of possible Israeli strikes on Iran's oil facilities. ...Yesterday - Israel -
Business - Financial Times
GB News faces ‘significant’ fine from Ofcom after UK court ruling
Broadcaster will be allowed to pursue judicial review over ruling Rishi Sunak programme broke regulator’s codeYesterday - United Kingdom -
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India's government formally opposes bid to criminalize marital rape
India's government is urging the Supreme Court to reject efforts to update a 160-year-old rape law, arguing it could disrupt "the institution of marriage."Yesterday - India -
World - Financial Times
Labour’s Budget: how will the UK secure economic growth?
Join a webinar for FT subscribers on 1 November 13:00 — 14:00 GMTYesterday - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
German far-right politician accused of using forced labour at Belarus farm
Allegations against Jörg Dornau are latest scandal to engulf AfD over links to authoritarian governmentsYesterday -
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PCAOB fines PwC Mexico $100,000 over violation of auditor independence
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World - ABC News
Japan's new leader expresses regret for governing party slush fund scandal, vows stronger defense
New Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has opened his first policy speech in office by expressing deep regrets over the governing party’s slush funds scandal that dogged his predecessorYesterday -
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Australian court upholds order for Musk’s X to pay fine over anti-child abuse inquiry
An Australian court upheld an order for Elon Musk’s X to pay a fine for failing to cooperate with a regulator’s request for information about anti-child-abuse practices.Yesterday -
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India government says criminalising marital rape 'excessively harsh'
The government has opposed petitions in the country's top court that seek criminalisation of marital rape.Yesterday - India -
Top stories - The New York Times
Brazil’s Largest Mafia Is Entering Politics. The Government Must Act.
For many Brazilians, the First Capital Command’s push into politics across the nation has been a shock.Yesterday - Brazil -
World - Financial Times
Labour’s new watchdog for workers will need real teeth, business warns
Reforms to employment law could backfire unless the Fair Work Agency can make the rules stickYesterday -
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 electionYesterday -
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When the North Carolina Mountains Become Hurricane Alley
Most of the deaths from Hurricane Helene occurred far from Florida, where the storm first made landfall. Experts say alerts and evacuation orders need to target inland residents too.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
10-year Treasury yield ends at highest level since August after better-than-expected ISM data
U.S. government debt sold off on Thursday, pushing 10- and 30-year yields to almost five-week closing highs, after data showed the economy’s services side grew last month and businesses remained ...Yesterday -
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Can I Still Use an Expired Covid Test?
The expiration date listed on the box might not be accurate. Here’s what to know.Yesterday - Covid -
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Guides accused of leading rogue hunts that killed mountain lions
Three wildlife guides face federal charges for allegedly running an illegal hunting enterprise that left mountain lions dead in Idaho and Wyoming.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
The Supreme Court's new term starts next week. Here's what to know.
Supreme Court justices will take the bench Monday for the first time since issuing blockbuster decisions on guns, abortion and presidential immunity.2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Early showdown highlights Saturday's college football games to watch
No. 9 Missouri at No. 25 Texas A&M is the only ranked matchup this week, but there are plenty of upset possibilities you may want to check out today.2 days ago - College Football -
World - The Guardian
Dutch court fines man in first conviction under new sexual harassment law
Man in Rotterdam faces €100 penalty after law introduced across Netherlands to tackle harassment in public spaces. A court in the Netherlands has fined a man for harassing and intimidating a woman ...2 days ago - Netherlands -
World - Yahoo News
Rich Back South African Coalition Government, SRF Survey Shows
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Tech - ABC News
Dutch government blames a 'state actor' for hacking a police network
The Dutch government believes that a cyberattack that accessed work-related contact details of all Dutch police officers was almost certainly carried out by hackers working for a foreign government2 days ago - Netherlands -
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?2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
It feels nothing like ‘fine dining’, but Copenhagen’s Kadeau is a true gift
Our critic’s journey to rediscover the joy of fine dining takes a positive turn in Copenhagen2 days ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
CAC 40 Slips On French Government Proposal to Raise Taxes on Big Companies
France’s CAC 40 index was down 1.1% in early morning trading on the news of a government plan to raise taxes on large companies, share buybacks and individuals on high incomes.2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Labour donor expects honour after backing party, wife claims
Lawyers for Kate Vince tell court that Dale Vince is trying to finalise divorce in ‘haste’ to prevent her acquiring title2 days ago -
Politics - Politico
Watch: House passes spending bill to avert government shutdown
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Politics - Politico
Senate strikes agreement to clear funding patch on Wednesday to thwart government shutdown
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