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California’s reparations task force has approved payments of more than $1 million to eligible Black residents. ABC News’ Derricke Dennis explains what happens next.
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Yahoo Finance UKUK retail sales jump in August
Sales rose fastest at textile, clothing and footwear stores.
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Newcastle Star Anthony Gordon Spotted Leaving Training in 'UK's First Ever' Electric Hummer
Football star Anthony Gordon was spotted leaving training in Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, on Wednesday, September 18, in a Hummer EV, according to an eagle-eyed fan.X user @laurenback_ said she saw Gordon leaving the training ground in the Hummer EV on Wednesday. Credit: @laurenback_ via Storyful
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UN peacekeepers in Lebanon urge immediate de-escalation
The U.N. peacekeeping force in south Lebanon urged de-escalation on Friday after a big increase in hostilities at the Lebanese-Israeli border, where Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah have been trading fire for almost a year. The UNIFIL force had witnessed "a heavy intensification of the hostilities across the Blue Line" and throughout its area of operations, spokesperson Andrea Tenenti told Reuters. "We are concerned at the increased escalation across the Blue Line and urge all actors to immediately de-escalate," he said.
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Jim Cramer Explains That Larry Culp’s goal Was To Reduce Debt And Strengthen Portland General Electric Company (POR)’s Financial Position
We recently compiled a list of the Jim Cramer’s Top 12 Must-Watch Stocks. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Portland General Electric Company (NYSE:POR) stands against Jim Cramer’s other must-watch stocks. In a recent episode of Mad Money, Jim Cramer traveled to Dreamforce to understand the true capabilities of artificial […]
- Evening Standard
FTSE 100 Live 20 September: Retail sales grow more than expected but confidence slides
It continues the run of bad news on the UK finances, with Capital Economics reporting that borrowing is on track to overshoot the OBR’s 2024/25 forecast of £87.2 billion by £6.2 billion. Today’s report by the ONS highlights the tight fiscal position facing Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her first Budget on 30 October. It said an improved economic backdrop since March and the rolling-on of the five year ahead fiscal rule means the OBR may hand the Chancellor more headroom than the £8.9 billion at March’s Budget, perhaps around £22 billion.
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India bowled out for 376 on Day 2 of 1st test as Mahmud picks up 5-83 for Bangladesh
Bangladesh pace bowler Hasan Mahmud picked up his second five-wicket haul in a row as India was bowled out for 376 runs in its first innings on Day 2 of the first cricket test on Friday. Mahmud finished with 5-83, becoming the first Bangladesh bowler with a five-wicket haul in India. Taskin Ahmed finished with 3-55 and helped end India’s innings quickly on the second morning.
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Revealed: Pellegrini, Mancini tried overturning Roma’s decision to sack De Rossi
Roma’s decision to sack Daniele De Rossi after only four games into the new season sparked outrage within and outside Trigoria.As revealed by Corriere dello Sport, the decision was met with great su...
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UAE's AI firm G42 and Nvidia to team up on climate tech
United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence company G42 has teamed up with U.S. chipmaker Nvidia to work on climate tech, G42 said on Friday, ahead of the first-ever visit to the White House by a president of the UAE next week. The Gulf-based company said in a statement the two firms would work together develop AI solutions aimed at boosting weather forecasting accuracy globally and will set up an operational base and climate tech lab in Abu Dhabi. The UAE, led by government-backed G42, is investing heavily in AI to help diversify its economy away from oil and UAE-based companies have forged several deals with U.S. firms recently.
- Evening Standard
New headache for Rachel Reeves as public borrowing hits 100% of GDP for first time since 1961
The public finances have been put under enormous strain by the costs of responding the triple whammy of the financial crisis, the pandemic and the energy crisis.
- Reuters
One killed in Rotterdam stabbing, suspect arrested
A stabbing on Thursday evening in the Dutch city of Rotterdam left one person dead and injured two others, including the male suspect who was arrested, police said. Witnesses told Dutch broadcaster NOS that the suspect shouted "Allahu Akbar" during the attack, but police did not immediately confirm this and said they are continuing their investigation into the motive behind the attack. Both the surviving victim and the suspect were taken to hospital for treatment.
- Evening Standard
Israel launches fresh wave of air strikes on Lebanon as war fears deepen
The bombardment included more than 52 strikes across southern Lebanon
- The Canadian Press
The EU's chief is trying to help Ukraine prepare for winter. Half its energy network is destroyed.
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Ukraine on Friday focused on helping the country to repair and reconnect its war-damaged electricity grid and boost its heating capacity as winter approaches.
- HuffPost UK
Radio 2 Gives Update On Zoe Ball's Breakfast Show Return
The former It Takes Two host last presented her Radio 2 show over a month ago.
- Sky News
Consumer confidence slumps following warnings of 'tough choices' in budget ahead
A long-running measure of consumer confidence has slumped to levels last seen at the start of the year following warnings of "tough choices" ahead in the looming budget. GfK's Consumer Confidence Index fell seven points in September to minus 20, with significant drops in predictions for personal finances and the general economy over the coming year. The report's authors suggested it was "not encouraging news" for the new government, which has made growing the economy its top priority.
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Michigan deputy climbs between moving vehicles to stop erratic driver
Deputy Nicole Miron climbed between two moving vehicles to stop an erratic driver suffering a medical emergency on a Mount Clemens, Michigan road on September 12. The 63-year-old man was hospitalized, his current condition is unknown.
- The Independent
Pensioners still more likely to support Starmer’s Labour despite winter fuel row, new poll reveals
The first tracker poll by Techne UK after the election has revealed that Starmer has increased his lead over the Tories even though only a third believe he can deliver on the country’s priorities
- The Chelsea News
West Ham fan site believe they now have a ‘huge boost’ over Chelsea this weekend
Chelsea are back in action again this Saturday when they make the very short trip across London to play against West Ham in the latest Premier League match.Chelsea are off the back of a 1-0 win away a...
- The Canadian Press
Turkey wants to regulate Germany's beloved döner kebab street food
BERLIN (AP) — Beef and chicken glisten as they rotate slowly on vertical spits before they are carved off in razor-thin strips. Two cooks slide from a sizzling griddle to a warm toaster in a practiced dance. Mounds of fresh tomatoes, cabbage and red onions shine in a colorful tableau.
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Life-threatening injuries in overnight A453 crash
Drivers are asked to avoid the area due to "significant traffic disruption".
- The Independent
UK politics live: Farage cedes Reform control ahead of conference amid row over his surgery absence claim
The prime minister said that sitting in the stands would cost the taxpayer a ‘fortune’ in policing