US retail sales slump unexpectedly and sharply after a summer tax-refund boost fades - apnews.com
US retail sales slump unexpectedly and sharply after a summer tax-refund boost fades - apnews.com
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2026-08-13 20:52:00
US retail sales slump unexpectedly and sharply after a summer tax-refund boost fades apnews.comFrustrated US consumers cut their retail spending last month CNNMidday Need to Know: Retail sales drop, Ackman shakes up portfolio & more (SPY:NYSEARCA) Seeking AlphaUS retail sales weakest
Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty during Manhattan federal court hearing - NBC News
Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty during Manhattan federal court hearing - NBC News
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2026-08-13 20:26:44
Luigi Mangione expected to plead guilty during Manhattan federal court hearing NBC NewsLive Updates: Mangione Admits Shooting Health Care Executive as He Pleads Guilty in Federal Court The New York TimesLuigi Mangione pleads guilty in federal case in murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO
Wall St subdued as markets pause after S&P record high; data, Mideast in focus - Reuters
Wall St subdued as markets pause after S&P record high; data, Mideast in focus - Reuters
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2026-08-13 20:07:58
Wall St subdued as markets pause after S&P record high; data, Mideast in focus ReutersS&P 500 edges lower, but index heads for third straight winning week: Live updates CNBCStock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq slip after stocks hit record high, consumer sentiment declines Yahoo
Mangione pleads guilty in federal court, leaving fate of state trial uncertain
Mangione pleads guilty in federal court, leaving fate of state trial uncertain
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2026-08-13 20:05:24
Mangione has pleaded guilty to stalking charges in connection with the death of Brian Thompson, a health care executive. A separate judge will decide the future of Mangione's state trial.
Mangione pleads guilty in federal court, leaving fate of state trial uncertain
Mangione pleads guilty in federal court, leaving fate of state trial uncertain
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2026-08-13 20:05:24
Mangione has pleaded guilty to stalking charges in connection with the death of Brian Thompson, a health care executive. A separate judge will decide the future of Mangione's state trial.
Chelsea expect Fernandez to stay as deadline passes - but is it really over?
Chelsea expect Fernandez to stay as deadline passes - but is it really over?
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2026-08-13 20:04:54
Chelsea's deadline for clubs to bid £120m for midfielder Enzo Fernandez has passed - and they now expect the Argentine to stay at the club this season.
This composite image shows the progression of a total solar eclipse over San Millán de los Caballeros, Spain on, Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026. A total solar eclipse swept across parts of Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, the Atlantic Ocean, Spain, and a small corner of Portugal. A
The Taliban has taken a terrible toll on the education of girls -- and boys as well
The Taliban has taken a terrible toll on the education of girls -- and boys as well
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World News
2026-08-13 18:41:22
Saturday marks the 5th anniversary of the current Taliban rule in Aghanistan. They've had a devastating impact on girls' education. A lesser told story is their impact on the education of boys.
Reports about mental health, supply issues aboard USS Lincoln raise concerns
Reports about mental health, supply issues aboard USS Lincoln raise concerns
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NPR National
2026-08-13 14:47:29
The USS Lincoln has been at sea since late last year, part of the administration's war with Iran. Military families are worried about the conditions sailors are living under.
Sen. Ruben Gallego on handling of USS Lincoln conditions: 'That's not proper leadership'
Sen. Ruben Gallego on handling of USS Lincoln conditions: 'That's not proper leadership'
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NPR National
2026-08-13 14:47:19
Lawmakers want answers from the Pentagon chief and the U.S. Navy about living conditions aboard the USS Lincoln. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego of Arizona.
Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
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Politics
2026-08-13 09:42:35
The dismissal marks the latest setback in swing states' efforts to prosecute fake electors who tried to keep Trump in the White House after he lost to Joe Biden in 2020.
How Maresca's Man City are shaping up compared with Guardiola side
How Maresca's Man City are shaping up compared with Guardiola side
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Sports
2026-08-13 09:16:06
Enzo Maresca has the difficult task of following Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. BBC Sport analyses the new manager's style and tactics from the pre-season games so far.
APOD: 2026 August 14 – Total Solar Eclipse from Greenland
APOD: 2026 August 14 – Total Solar Eclipse from Greenland
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2026-08-13 08:05:00
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 August 14 – Total… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a
The level-headed Swede orchestrating magic with Motherwell
The level-headed Swede orchestrating magic with Motherwell
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Sports
2026-08-13 03:47:48
Alfred Johansson's impressive early work at Motherwell continues with a place in the Conference League play-offs - but don't expect the Swede to get carried away.
AIPAC didn't always spend on campaigns. Now it faces criticism over money in politics
AIPAC didn't always spend on campaigns. Now it faces criticism over money in politics
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Politics
2026-08-13 01:18:49
U.S. support for Israel has been a central issue in Democratic primary contests. That's put a spotlight on the pro-Israel lobbying group AIPAC and the strength of its political influence.
A democratic socialist narrowly lost Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial primary. But conversations with swing voters suggest voters may be more open to the "socialist" label than expected.
Taking heed of nature’s chorus – and of each other
Taking heed of nature’s chorus – and of each other
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World News
2026-08-12 23:18:37
“Soundwalking” – or giving an ear to all that the natural environment communicates – holds lessons for how can better listen to one another. It speaks volumes to what’s needed today.
Rock singer and naturalist: How Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg straddles two careers
Rock singer and naturalist: How Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg straddles two careers
The Christian Science Monitor
Arts
2026-07-30 13:00:10
Shearwater’s Jonathan Meiburg, out with an album called “The New World,” is also a naturalist and explorer whose next book is about the beauty and wonder of Antarctica.
‘Little House on the Prairie’ returns. Will the show’s reboot resonate with a new generation?
‘Little House on the Prairie’ returns. Will the show’s reboot resonate with a new generation?
The Christian Science Monitor
Arts
2026-07-07 13:00:09
A new “Little House on the Prairie” series launches on Netflix this week with a broader diversity of characters. The revamp of the enduring story illustrates the complexity of updating a classic story for modern viewers.
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no […]
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou […]
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou […]
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no […]
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no […]
If today’s question caught your eye, I am sure you would be able to say: “I sure have.” It is a truthful saying that we have all been deceived in life. Probably in more ways than you might realize. The Bible says: 9And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil, […]
This week the US Congress held discussions of consideration on US Voter ID – Voter Identification – in the United States for Federal Elections. The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act proposes requiring documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration in federal elections. This proposed legislation has become the fuel on the fire of […]
At a particular point in my career, I was advised by those around me that certain descriptive words were taboo and should never be used. Among the set of banned words were Idiot, Moron, and Stupid. Fortunately, the word fool was not included in the list, or I might have lost all sense of reality. […]
I imagine if you’ve made it past today’s title you are probably here because my question has evoked some type of emotional response or curiosity. Your first thought may have been “Hey! I’m not a creep! Why are you asking that?” Or you may have thought “Well my girlfriend called me a creep last night, […]
Do you fear for the future survival of America as a country? I sure do. I fear for the survival of America because we are losing our way (some might say we’ve already lost our way, and they might be correct) and we are no longer protecting our freedoms and liberties. Instead, we are becoming […]
