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What this Fed rate cut means for your credit card, mortgage, auto loan, student debt and savings account Here’s a look at all of the ways the Fed decision could affect your finances.

What this Fed rate cut means for your credit card, mortgage, auto loan, student debt and savings account

Trump’s Russia oil sanctions could just be starting as low prices leave room to escalate The Trump administration could take an even harder line on Russia next year as the crude market faces a looming surplus.

Trump’s Russia oil sanctions could just be starting as low prices leave room to escalate

Black graphic with text "Know Your Rights Before You Hit the Streets We’ll cover your rights when protesting, protest safety, and de-escalation training Virtual training Wednesday, October 15 7pm ET"

This Saturday, October 18, we’re exercising our right to dissent and taking to the streets.

Prepare for No Kings protests with our virtual Know Your Rights training this Wednesday, October 15 at aclu.org/october15_training

California cops can no longer conceal police killings while interrogating loved ones for dirt A Reveal investigation helped spark a crackdown on a disturbing, widespread practice.

A new California law will effectively ban officers from questioning the families of people killed by police before alerting them to the news of their loved one's death.

This practice was popularized by Lexipol, the nation’s largest developer of law enforcement policy manuals. 🧵

7 policies Britain’s Tories nabbed from Donald Trump Beleaguered Conservatives are scrambling for policies to counter Nigel Farage’s popularity. They’ve looked across the pond for inspiration.

While the US Republicans and UK Conservatives have long been sister parties, Britain’s main center-right force has usually been more classically liberal than its American counterpart — until now.

Outgoing French PM to address country amid political turmoil – Europe live Sébastien Lecornu to make an address at the Matignon Palace as one of his predecessors urges Macron to step down The Guardian has published an editorial on how the political deadlock in France may benefit the country’s far-right factions. In Jean-Paul Sartre’s 1944 play No Exit, hell is portrayed as a locked room in which characters are condemned to fall out and squabble for all eternity. Ever since foolishly calling a snap election which delivered a deadlocked and divided national assembly, the French president, Emmanuel Macron, has found himself trapped in a modern political version of the same plot. Continue reading...

Outgoing French PM to address country amid political turmoil – Europe live

Capitol agenda: Senate GOP bets on Dem desperation in shutdown fight Republicans believe a fourth failed stopgap vote Friday could push Democrats closer to a potential off-ramp.

Ahead of another shutdown vote today, Republicans are betting on Democratic desperation.

Glasgow University accused of failing student who killed himself on graduation day Ethan Scott Brown was wrongly told he had not earned geography degree despite marks being enough for a 2:1 Glasgow University has been accused of “failing” a student who killed himself on graduation day after being wrongly told he had not done well enough to earn his degree. Ethan Scott Brown, a 23-year geography student at Glasgow, was told repeatedly he had failed to get an essential grade for one course and so could not be awarded his degree in September 2024. In the UK and Ireland, Samaritans can be contacted on freephone 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org or jo@samaritans.ie. In the US, you can call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 988, chat on 988lifeline.org, or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor. In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is 13 11 14. Other international helplines can be found at befrienders.org Continue reading...

Glasgow University accused of failing student who killed himself on graduation day

Brasserie Constance, London SW6: ‘A souped-up corporate box with meticulous food’ – restaurant review | Grace Dent on restaurants Brasserie Constance is everything you’d expect of an Adam Byatt restaurant: fine produce, cooked with aplomb. Then something curious happened ...

Brasserie Constance, London SW6: ‘A souped-up corporate box with meticulous food’ – restaurant review | Grace Dent on restaurants

I believe that past experiences shape the kind of love we seek today. I’m curious to hear your perspective 💬 What’s the most valuable thing you’ve learned about love and partnership from your past? ✨ I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Victim’s son asks Alabama to stop execution of man who killed his mother in a gas station holdup | CNN Montgomery, Alabama (AP) — Will Berry was 11 when his mother was killed. Thirty-three-year-old Margaret Parrish Berry was shot in the back of the head during a robbery at the gas station where she wor...

Will Berry was 11 when his mother was killed. Thirty-three-year-old Margaret Parrish Berry was shot in the back of the head during a robbery at the gas station where she worked.

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Charlie Kirk’s Theocracy Today on TAP: Will his brutal murder bring Americans together—or create justification for more vilification, vengeance, and violence?

Charlie Kirk’s memorial was a “combination revival meeting and Nuremberg rally,” meant to whitewash Kirk’s legacy. And it's working on some Democrats. From Robert Kuttner: trib.al/7RliTFt

Trump Backs Milei and Dismisses Need for ‘Bailout’ in Argentina US President Donald Trump offered broad support for Argentine leader Javier Milei in New York during their first bilateral meeting, but stopped short of providing details about financial aid for the South American government.

US President Donald Trump offered broad support for Argentine leader Javier Milei in New York during their first bilateral meeting, but stopped short of providing details about financial aid for the South American government

How to survive a Republican power grab Texas Democrat Greg Casar spent his summer fighting for his job—and plotting a progressive revival.

Texas Democrat Greg Casar spent his summer fighting for his job—and plotting a progressive revival.

Over a tumultuous but pivotal week in August, @timothypmurphy.bsky.social tagged along as Casar juggled the dictatorial present and an uncertain future.

British officials fear Donald Trump could recognise Israeli West Bank settlements Government insiders say move would be a serious blow to prospect of a two-state solution * Middle East crisis – live updates British officials fear Donald Trump could recognise Israeli control over illegal settlements on the West Bank in retaliation for the UK, France and others deciding to recognise Palestine. Government insiders believe the US president is considering granting official recognition to the Israeli communities there, in what would be a serious blow to the prospect of a two-state solution. Continue reading...

British officials fear Donald Trump could recognise Israeli West Bank settlements

Taco Bell manager applies to join ICE, explains reason why

Newsweek has reviewed Alexander Acevedo's confirmation email from DHS, which states he applied for a role as a deportation officer.

UBS whittles €4.5bn French tax evasion penalty down to €835mn Long-running case involved bankers using ‘James Bond’-like tactics to help rich clients evade tax

UBS whittles €4.5bn French tax evasion penalty down to €835mn on.ft.com/42tpHiL

UK business activity growth undershoots expectations September PMI reading fell to four-month low amid a dip in sentiment and fears of autumn tax rises

UK business activity growth undershoots expectations on.ft.com/4nAy7NP

A non-exhaustive timeline of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s war on vaccines He's transformed conspiracy theories into action and reshaped American policy in just a few months.

Long before he became HHS secretary under Trump, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was laying the groundwork for his war on vaccines.

Now, in mere months, he’s transformed conspiracy theories into action and reshaped American policy.

Methodology: Forbes Top CPAs In America, 2025 Overview and description of the methodology used to determine the Forbes 2025 list of Top CPAs in America.

Overview and description of the methodology used to determine the Forbes 2025 list of Top CPAs in America.

Q: "Do you believe that President Trump is trying to stifle dissent?"

Gov. Josh Shapiro: "Without question. They're trying to stifle dissent....[Trump] made clear that he wants to look at the licenses and certifications for media outlets if they are attacking him."

Wow, what a race indeed! 🔥 Max is really keeping the pressure on, I can totally see why you’re excited. 🤭 If he grabs that #1 spot, Oscar better watch out because your loyalty might shift real quick. 😅 Do you think the next race will be the one where he takes it? 🏎️💨

Northern Luzon in Philippines Braces for Possible Super Typhoon Ragasa intensified into a super typhoon on Sunday and is forecast to strengthen further as it approaches the northern part of the main Luzon island in the Philippines, the weather bureau said, threatening crops and prompting calls for evacuation.

The Philippines is bracing for Typhoon Ragasa as it approaches Luzon island, with officials warning it may develop into a super typhoon

‘We can’t delay any longer’: Trump urges Bondi to prosecute his rivals In a Truth Social post Saturday, the president specifically called out Sen. Adam Schiff, former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James for prosecution.

On Saturday, Trump publicly urged AG Bondi to prosecute his rivals and said the lack of charges was “killing our reputation and credibility.”

“We can’t delay any longer,” the president wrote on Truth Social.

After last week, UK ministers should know this: a huge rebellion is coming – we will fight for our children's rights | John Harris From mooted Whitehall cost-cutting to the bigoted views of Reform, parents of children with special needs see the latest threats, and we are mobilising, says Guardian columnist John Harris

After last week, UK ministers should know this: a huge rebellion is coming – we will fight for our children's rights | John Harris

OPINION: Thanks to Trump’s economic slide, Las Vegas now forced to court Canada - The Nevada Independent OPINION: Thanks to Trump’s economic slide, Las Vegas now forced to court Canada. Read more from The Nevada Independent.

OPINION: Thanks to Trump’s economic slide, Las Vegas now forced to court Canada thenevadaindependent.com/article/opin...

More than 1,000 people arrive in UK in small boats in one day Home Office figures for Friday end a spell of more than a week with no new arrivals in Dover due to poor weather More than 1,000 people crossed the Channel in small boats on Friday, according to Home Office figures, ending a spell of more than a week with no new arrivals. Thirteen boats carrying 1,072 individuals made the crossing on Friday, which averages more than 80 people a boat. It is the third time this year the figure for a single day has surpassed 1,000 and brings the total number this year to a record 32,103. Continue reading...

More than 1,000 people arrive in UK in small boats in one day

Graphic titled "14th Amendment of the United States Constitution Section 1". Underneath the title, the body text reads "“All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.”

On his first day back in office, President Trump signed an executive order ending birthright citizenship, directly violating the oath he made to uphold and defend the Constitution. We took him to court and got the policy blocked, and our work continues to stop the order for good.