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Markets are soaring today—with this exception. Here’s why these stocks are dropping double digits
Rare earth stocks find themselves underground on Monday as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he expects that China and the U.S. will…
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Ex-BBC editor stopped from flying due to Parkinson's felt 'humilated'
Journalist and former BBC presenter Mark Mardell was left feeling "humiliated" after he was told he could not board a Turkish Airlines…
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Walmart, Best Buy roll out Black Friday 2025 calendar: Deals start this week. Here’s what to know
If it seems like Black Friday deals—and holiday shopping in general—are starting earlier and earlier, you’re right. Just in time for, um,…
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Turkey referee scandal: Hundreds of officials found with betting accounts
This day could mark a defining moment for Turkish football - a sport long overshadowed by controversies surrounding referees, even…
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The Twitter domain is officially being retired. Here’s what to do to make sure your account doesn’t get locked
It’s official: Twitter.com is about to bite the dust forever. According to a series of tweets from X’s @Safety account, posted between…
Business
Mpox cases in Europe prompt vaccine reminder
UK health officials are encouraging gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men to make sure they are vaccinated against mpox, as a…
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Importers rush in spring orders early over tariffs anxiety
Small importers for large U.S. retailers rushed in China-made strollers and wares meant for spring and are storing the goods in their own…
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Threads wants to be the Snapchat of Twitter. It’s even borrowing the ghost
Meta’s Threads app is leaning into impermanence. Starting Monday, the platform is rolling out “ghost posts,” a new post format for sharing…
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Why are some leaders more trustworthy than others? Here’s how to tell
Trust is the essence of collaboration: as Yuval Harari eloquently noted, we as a species would not exist if it weren’t for our superior…
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Trump receives royal welcome in Japan, the latest stop on a 5-day trip in Asia
U.S. President Donald Trump received a royal welcome on Monday in Japan, the latest leg of a five-day Asia trip which he hopes to cap with…
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Gen X spends more money in stores and online than other generations. Why don’t retailers notice?
Gen Xers, born between 1965 and 1980, grew up with MTV and empty houses, earning them the name “latchkey kids.” The first generation who…
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Why 40% of U.S. homeowners have no mortgage—and the number keeps growing
Want more housing market stories from Lance Lambert’s ResiClub in your inbox? Subscribe to the ResiClub newsletter. According to…
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Ledger’s new hardware wallet now comes with enviable Susan Kare icons
I have never had any interest in getting a hardware wallet like the new Ledger Nano Gen 5. But talking with Susan Kare—the designer of the…
Culture
Women's Cricket World Cup 2025: Numbers behind Australia's brilliance and how India, England & South Africa compare
Despite losing three games in the group stages, India - their semi-final opponents - still feel the most likely team to beat them, having…
Culture
Man wins 'substantial damages' over portrayal in Steve Coogan Richard III film
Laura Hammond,East Midlands and Lizo Mzimba,Entertainment correspondent A university academic is to be awarded "substantial damages" after…
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Transportation secretary warns California could lose $160 million in funding. Here’s why
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned Sunday that he is about make good on a threat to revoke millions in federal funds for…
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Newsome 2028? California’s governor reveals he’ll consider a presidential run
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a leading Democratic critic of President Donald Trump, says he will consider running for the White House in…
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Chancellor signals more headroom is needed in Budget
The chancellor has given the clearest indication yet that she wants to give herself more financial breathing space in November's Budget.…
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The Download: what to make of OpenAI’s Atlas browser, and how to make climate progress
Inside Clear’s ambitions to manage your identity beyond the airport Clear Secure is the most visible biometric identity company in the…
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Air traffic controller shortage still causing ground stops and delays at these U.S. airports
Flights departing for Los Angeles International Airport were halted briefly due to a staffing shortage at a Southern California air…
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King to attend first official LGBT event after veterans' campaign
Josh ParryLGBT & Identity reporter King Charles III has unveiled a memorial to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender military personnel…
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This influential philanthropy has an expiration date
Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter…
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Hurricane Melissa could be strongest to ever hit Jamaica
People in Jamaica are bracing for the impact of Hurricane Melissa, which is forecast to unleash destructive winds and bring catastrophic…
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How to lead when you can’t see the future
Leaders are praised for “seeing around corners” and told to “skate to where the puck is going.” But what if you can’t even see your own…