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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
High-profile Supreme Court cases to watch in 2023-24
The Supreme Court is expected to rule on several important cases in 2023-24 on such topics as abortion, opioids, social media regulation and more.
8 min read - WorldFox News
China escapes unscathed following world leaders UN summit: 'Exhaustion has set in'
Critics allege that China's hypocrisy goes unchecked because of the hunger for the Chinese market and its value to the global economy, even as it commits alleged human rights abuses.
5 min read - PoliticsFox News
Supreme Court prepares for new term by looking back, with likely impact on 2024 elections
The Supreme Court's new term will involve decisions on key issues that have created a divide among political candidates and voters in the 2024 presidential election.
9 min read - CelebrityFox News
As Catholic Church faces precarious cultural time, Bishop Robert Barron of Minnesota models thoughtful faith
The Vatican in Rome will host the Synod on Synodality, led by Pope Francis, in October. Bishop Robert Barron on Minnesota, a delegate, has thoughts about a "welcoming" Catholic Church.
6 min read - LifestyleFox News
Sunday brunch frittata featuring garden-fresh vegetables: Try it this weekend for family and friends
There's nothing like a freshly prepared and healthy Sunday brunch recipe. Thomas Harkins of Bank & Bourbon at the Philadelphia Loews Hotel shared this frittata recipe with Fox News Digital.
2 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 - 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 - BusinessAutoblog
Hot Wheels orders up an off-road-modified Porsche 944 — it's a toy car and a real car
Hot Wheels turned a 1987 Porsche 944 into an off-road-ready shooting brake, and it's offering it as a built-to-order diecast car.
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 - 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 - 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 - BusinessYahoo Finance
Government shutdown could derail home sales in flood-prone places
About 9,000 mortgage closings a week could be affected.
4 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 - 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 - 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
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 - 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 - 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 - 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.
5 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - USThe Wrap
Kevin McCarthy Calls for Punishment as Rep. Jamaal Bowman Gets Caught Pulling Capitol Fire Alarm: ‘This Is an Embarrassment’ (Video)
Republican leaders are insisting on consequences for Bowman's apparent actions, which were caught on video The post Kevin McCarthy Calls for Punishment as Rep. Jamaal Bowman Gets Caught Pulling Capitol Fire Alarm: ‘This Is an Embarrassment’ (Video) appeared first on TheWrap.
3 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 - 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 - WorldReuters
Death toll from Pakistan blast rises to 59 as minister blames India
The death toll from a large blast at a mosque in Pakistan rose to 59 on Saturday as the government vowed to find the perpetrators and accused India's intelligence agency of being involved. Friday's blast tore through a mosque in Mastung in the southern province of Balochistan after a bomber detonated his explosives near a police vehicle where people were gathering for a procession to mark the birthday of the Prophet Mohammad. Pakistani officials have long claimed that India sponsors violent gr
2 min read - PoliticsThe Wrap
MSNBC Anchor Recuses Herself From Covering Dad Sen. Bob Menendez’s Indictment (Video)
He allegedly took bribes to help the Egyptian government The post MSNBC Anchor Recuses Herself From Covering Dad Sen. Bob Menendez’s Indictment (Video) appeared first on TheWrap.
2 min read - USDetroit Free Press
Police arrest 2 men in killing of Pontiac man known for fooling sexual predators
Robert Wayne Lee, who posed as a 15-year-old girl online to lure and catch sexual predators was shot and killed during a confrontation Friday night.
2 min read - WorldUkrayinska Pravda
Ukrainian partisans claim Russians move air defence systems to Simferopol
The Atesh underground resistance movement based in Crimea has stated that the Russians are transferring their air defence systems to occupied Simferopol. Source: Atesh Quote: "Our agent has recorded the transfer of an Osa air defence system and the personnel of the Russian troops towards Simferopol.
1 min read - PoliticsBusiness Insider
Progressives are pressing California Gov. Gavin Newsom to reverse his earlier vow to tap a Senate caretaker and instead appoint Barbara Lee to succeed Dianne Feinstein
"When Newsom appointed Padilla for VP seat he didn't appoint a caretaker," Rep. Ro Khanna wrote on X, opposing an interim appointment and backing Lee.
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