Keeping up with America

The Biden administration has cleared the way for the eventual release of five American citizens detained in Iran by issuing a blanket waiver for international banks to transfer $6 billion in frozen Iranian money from South Korea to Qatar without fear of U.S. sanctions.

There’s still no end in sight for the Hollywood strikes: The actors union hasn’t heard from the studios since its members went on strike nearly two months ago, a source said, and there’s no imminent deal for the writers union either.

Attack sites mark Sept. 11 terrorism: Bells tolled at ground zero and solemn tributes unfolded at the other two attack sites and across the country as Americans looked back on the horror and legacy of 9/11.

Lahaina’s fire-stricken Filipino residents are key to tourism and local culture. Will they stay?

US scientists who used scissors to kill lab rats must be fired, activists say: Tulane university researchers accused of ‘serious’ violations that breached international protocol over animal deaths.

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Ukraine claims to retake Black Sea drilling rigs from Russian control: Ukraine says it has successfully retaken control of four gas drilling platforms in the northern Black Sea, close to the Crimean Peninsula.

Up to 2,000 feared drowned after Libyan city hit by ‘catastrophic’ storm floods: Local leaders in eastern city of Derna say thousands missing after two ageing dams collapse overnight.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Why self-regulation of AI is a smart business move: Robust governance is the surest path to AI initiatives that build customer confidence, reduce risk and drive business innovation

Apple's $200 billion valuation wipeout may foreshadow a post-US tech future

5 Recession-Proof Businesses to Start in a Turbulent Economy: Here are five types of businesses that thrive even during uncertain economic times

Richer, Wiser, Happier

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Tips for stretching dollars, saving money during a government shutdown | Molly Weisner, Federal Times. Ask any financial planner for their best advice, and it probably involves saving. How they advise you to do that might differ, but for the most part, money experts point to the value of planning and setting aside money for a rainy day, a crisis or — if you’re a federal employee — a loss of income thanks to a government shutdown.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Giants create a new, unwanted kind of history in disastrous 40-0 loss to Cowboys | MLB playoff picture, standings, 2023 postseason projections: Diamondbacks surging in NL wild-card race

What Disney Got and Gave Up to Make a Deal With Spectrum; Dana Walden and Jimmy Pitaro Talk Details | Amy Poehler, Jimmy Fallon 'SNL' exchange goes viral after allegations

15 must-see films to watch at TIFF 2023 — and after | Brooklyn Bowl is Philly's hottest entertainment destination this fall

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