Congressman explains why he triggered a fire alarm during House vote
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- BusinessThe New Republic
The White House’s Two-Faced Climate Rhetoric
Look at just about any White House event, and you’re likely to see a reference to a specific number: 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit), a goal in line with meeting the Paris Agreement’s ambition to limit warming to “well below” two degrees Celsius. A fact sheet on America’s partnership with climate-vulnerable Pacific Islands this week noted that the U.S. “will continue to work with the Pacific Islands to enhance global ambition to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius.”
5 min read - PoliticsFox News
Oprah Winfrey, Meghan Markle reportedly floated as potential replacements for Dianne Feinstein
Oprah Winfrey and Meghan Markle are reportedly being floated as potential replacements for Democratic California Sen. Dianne Feinstein after her death.
4 min read - USFox News
‘Serial sex offender’ in Virginia caught on camera creeping in park with children nearby, arrested: police
Felix Antonio Mejias Vigil, 35, of Fairfax, Virginia, is suspected in multiple sex offense cases after he was caught lurking near a park.
1 min read - USFox News
Lawyer for looter known as ‘Meatball’ claims criticism against live-streamer is racist
The lawyer for Dyjia Blackwell, who livestreamed herself following a mob as they ransacked stores in downtown Philadelphia says criticism of her client is racist.
2 min read - USFox News
Florida roller coaster reopens 2 months after 6-year-old boy fell off: report
A mouse-style roller coaster taking riders through tight turns, with carts seating up to four people has reopened in Florida after a boy fell off of it.
2 min read - USFox News
'Dog and pony show': Veterans struggle to obtain cancer benefits one year after massive burn pit legislation
One veteran was denied benefits twice for his cancer, even though it was supposed to be covered by a massive bipartisan burn pit bill. Here's the reason the VA gave.
8 min read - HealthYahoo Canada Style
Travis Barker says he had COVID, a root canal and trigeminal neuralgia. What is it?
The drummer and husband of Kourtney Kardashian says he can now handle anything "God throws at me."
4 min read - BusinessAutoblog
Here's how much more a Toyota Highlander or Highlander L will cost as a 2024 model
The 2024 Toyota Highlander drops base L trim, entry price jumps $2,500. The Bronze Edition also retired, Highlander Hybrid gets Nightshade Edition.
2 min read - TechnologyEngadget
How to leave video messages on FaceTime in iOS 17
iOS 17 has new features, including FaceTime Video Messages. Here's how to record and send video messages to your loved ones when they can't pick up the phone.
2 min read - BusinessTechCrunch
Tinder goes ultra-premium, Amazon invests in Anthropic and Apple explains its new AirPods
It's that time of the week again, folks -- time for Week in Review (WiR), TechCrunch's newsletter that recaps the past few days in tech. On the agenda for this blustery, fall-vibes edition of WiR (it's really starting to feel like autumn on the East Coast), we have Tinder's wildly expensive ($499 per month) new premium tier, Amazon investing up to $4 billion in AI startup Anthropic, and Apple executives breaking down the AirPods' new features. Tinder goes ultra-premium: Tinder has rolled out a
6 min read - TechnologyYahoo News UK
I'm a wifi expert – are these common household gadgets slowing down your network?
If you're suffering from a patchy or slow service, it could be down to interference from common household gadgets.
3 min read - NewsYahoo News UK
Rishi Sunak defends his policies in TV grilling as Conservative Party conference begins in Manchester
The prime minister resisted calls to announce pre-election tax giveaway as he sat down with the BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg.
5 min read - NewsYahoo News UK
Former Nationwide manager receives £350,000 compensation after bosses stopped work-from-home for staff
Senior lending manager Jayne Follows was made redundant after her bosses decided to end remote working.
4 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Nike's earnings showed a consumer slowdown won't derail all retailers
Commentary from Nike executives showed that despite mounting headwinds, demand isn't slowing down for the global athletic apparel leader.
3 min read - USYahoo Finance
Obamacare: Report highlights the 'ridiculous' Medicaid coverage gap in the US
Medicaid has become a key political issue since the Affordable Care Act (ACA) — commonly known as Obamacare — expanded the healthcare program back in 2014.
5 min read - TechnologyTechCrunch
Humane’s ‘AI Pin’ debuts on the Paris runway
The company's origin dates all the way back to 2017, when it was founded by former Apple employees, Bethany Bongiorno, Imran Chaudhri. In spite -- or perhaps because -- of such mysteries, Humane is now an extremely well-funded early stage startup. The $100 million B round arrived the following September, including Tiger Global Management, SoftBank Group, BOND, Forerunner Ventures and Qualcomm Ventures.
3 min read - NewsYahoo News UK
Bedroom destroyed by fire after vape left on charge
A fire service has released pictures of the burnt-out room in Chelmsford as a warning.
3 min read - BusinessTechCrunch
How much can artists make from generative AI? Vendors won't say
As tech companies begin to monetize generative AI, the creators on whose work it is trained are asking for their fair share. A recent open letter from the Authors Guild signed by more than 8,500 writers, including Margaret Atwood, Dan Brown and Jodi Picoult, urges generative AI companies to cease using their works without proper authorization or compensation. Artists, meanwhile, have brought numerous lawsuits against generative AI vendors like Stability AI, MidJourney, and Microsoft regarding
8 min read - TechnologyAutoblog
What is traction control on your car, and how does it save lives?
Traction control is an electronic monitoring system that senses if a wheel (or multiple wheels) is spinning faster than it should and reduces power to regain grip.
3 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
A last-second deal averts a government shutdown with 45 minutes to spare
In a surprise turnabout following several days when a shutdown seemed inevitable, Congress passed a bill Saturday to avert a funding gap.
4 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
This week in Bidenomics: The risks of picketing
Biden has formally sided with striking auto workers against their corporate bosses. Here's what could go wrong.
4 min read - USINSIDER
A New York student has been detained in Dubai for months for touching an airport security guard during a 10-hour layover
Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos, 21, has been detained in Dubai since July pending a criminal case after she touched an airport security guard.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Hill
These Republican senators voted against the government funding bill
The Senate voted to pass a continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government funded Saturday night after the House had previously passed the measure. While a small group of nine Republican senators voted against the bill, an overwhelming majority of their colleagues, a total of 88 senators, voted for it. “Our bipartisan work in the…
2 min read - PoliticsINSIDER
Ex-House Speaker Newt Gingrich says he could 'afford to have five or six people be idiots' during standoffs in the 1990s, a contrast to the numerous GOP hardliners creating challenges for McCarthy
Gingrich recently remarked to Politico of the tough predicament of current GOP leaders, who have virtually no margin for error in vote counts.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Hill
Christie’s jab at Jill Biden spotlights GOP problems with women
Chris Christie’s jab at First Lady Jill Biden during Wednesday night’s debate has sparked bipartisan condemnation and spotlighted the GOP’s messaging problem with women. Christie, the former Republican New Jersey governor, was bashing teachers unions when he made a snide side comment, saying they are not advocating for children and that President Biden is “sleeping…
6 min read - BusinessThe Cool Down
This all-new tiny but powerful truck proves that bigger isn’t always better: ‘A truck that actually makes sense’
This truck is certifiably adorable.
2 min read - PoliticsINSIDER
Cassidy Hutchinson says Ted Cruz told her not to be a 'tattletale' after she complained to Mark Meadows that Cruz crashed a Trump tarmac arrival in Texas
"I was infuriated," Hutchinson wrote in her memoir of finding out Cruz was on the tarmac waiting for Trump. "I spotted Cruz and made a dash for him."
3 min read - BusinessThe Cool Down
Video shows Tesla Model S go head-to-head with Chevrolet Corvette in drag race — see who gets left in the dust
“Nice to see."
2 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
Video appears to show a Russian tank hitting a mine and running out of control before sinking into water
A new video appears to show a Russian tank hitting a mine in southern Ukraine, catching fire and sinking in a to a body of water.
2 min read - USUSA TODAY
Massive emergency alert test scheduled to hit your phone on Wednesday. Here's what to know.
Your phone could belt out a terrifying emergency alert sound. Here's when it's going to happen and why we can't play the sound for you.
8 min read - PoliticsUSA TODAY
Matt Gaetz announces plans to oust Kevin McCarthy from House speakership
Matt Gaetz announced he will file a motion to vacate against Kevin McCarthy to oust him for the speakership.
2 min read - HealthUSA TODAY
No, frequent hair trims won't make your hair grow faster. But here's what does.
Getting a trim won't actually make your hair grow faster. But a few things do contribute to fast hair growth.
3 min read - WorldBusiness Insider
A Ukrainian sniper called the Ghost of Bakhmut says he's personally killed 113 Russians. He explains how his elite unit hunts the enemy.
The commander of an elite Ukrainian unit that has amassed 558 kills says psychological resilience and patriotism are key to being a good sniper.
7 min read - BusinessMotley Fool
Here's Precisely When Social Security's Much-Anticipated Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Will Be Announced
The biggest announcement of the year is right around the corner, but it could leave some of Social Security's more than 66 million beneficiaries disappointed.
6 min read - USThe Cool Down
Viral video shows the shocking technique used to clear poison ivy from hiking trails: ‘[This is] really innovative’
"It’s amazing how well an area can be maintained.”
2 min read - USWSB Cox articles
2 killed, 4 injured in 10-car crash that shut down I-285 for hours, authorities say
Authorities have shut down part of Interstate 285 following a severe crash.
1 min read - USKTLA articles
Video shows thieves ransacking Nike store in Southern California
Video captured four people ransacking a Nike store and stealing thousands of dollars worth of merchandise in Irvine on Thursday. The suspects were identified by Irvine police as:– Kristen Jamie Himbarger, 19, of Los Angeles– China Celeste Morris, 24, of Highland– Anaiya Syrai Cole, 19, of San Pedro– Unidentified female juvenile, 14 Video of the […]
1 min read - PoliticsINSIDER
Trump suggests bizarre plan to keep forests damp to prevent wildfires in California
The former president suggested that California kept its roughly 33 million acres of forest damp to prevent wildfires.
2 min read - BusinessTHE DRIVE
Ebay Could Owe $1.9 Billion in Fines for Allowing Sale of 343,000 Emissions Defeat Devices
The Department of Justice alleges that eBay illegally sold 343,011 emissions defeat devices, and could face billions in penalties.
2 min read - BusinessMoneywise
‘I’m not sure what to tell you’: Dave Ramsey was at a loss for words when Virginia woman asked for help with her ‘disconnected’ husband — here’s his thoughts on her 'painful' situation
Having nothing to say is unusual for the typically outspoken financial expert.
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