Keeping up with America

Texas produces twice as much methane as better regulated neighbor, study finds: Data shared with Guardian reveals Texas oil and gas fields emitting far more methane than New Mexico, feeding calls for stiffer rules

Sixteen alleged members of the Gambino crime family have been arrested in the U.S. and Italy in a racketeering case in which the defendants are accused of a series of crimes as a means to "dominate the New York carting and demolition industries," the Justice Department announced.

FDA approves weight loss drug from Eli Lilly that helped people lose up to 52 pounds: Some analysts predict the weekly injectable medication could become the best-selling drug of all time.

The owner of a Colorado funeral home and his wife were arrested Wednesday in Oklahoma on charges linked to the discovery of 190 sets of decaying remains at one of their facilities, including some that apparently had been languishing there for four years.

General Motors is recalling nearly 1,000 of its driverless cars from roads across the nation after one of its vehicles inadvertently dragged a pedestrian after a crash in San Francisco, the Detroit-based company said.

Around the World

China’s Xi urges countries unite in tackling AI challenges but makes no mention of internet controls: Chinese President Xi Jinping said that potential risks associated with artificial intelligence are challenges that countries should deal with together, remarks that come against the backdrop of China’s rigid control of free speech on the internet.

Russia strikes civilian ship in Black Sea port of Odesa - Ukraine: At least one person has been killed after a Russian missile struck a civilian ship entering the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Odesa, Ukrainian officials say.

Lets Talk Business and Tech

University Builds Robot-Designing AI, Churns Out Designs in Seconds: Researchers from Northwestern University created an AI algorithm that can build robots off of user prompts.

3 Top Tech Stocks to Buy in November: These companies dominate their respective markets, and you won't want to miss out on their long-term potential.

Tips for creating a remarketing strategy from small-business owners: Remarketing is a crucial strategy for small businesses that want to reengage past customers without spending a ton of money.

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Common Jobs Scams and How to Avoid Them: The Better Business Bureau reported recently that it’s seen employment scams “skyrocket,” with a growing number of victims losing money and sometimes facing legal issues as a result of the increasingly common fraud scheme.

Costco: 5 Food Items That Are a Waste of Money | Deborah Sabinus, Yahoo Finance. Costco is known for its excellent bulk purchases, but this can make customers doubt the value or quality of some food items. And while the store does offer incredible deals, it’s true that certain food products can be a worse value compared to other stores — and turn into money down the drain.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

NBA News: Jordan Hawkins Received His National Championship Ring | NFL DFS Monday Night Football picks, stacks: Jets vs. Chargers DraftKings, FanDuel expert MNF lineup advice

Nintendo to develop 'Zelda' movie in latest entertainment push | Netflix`s Damsel starring Millie Bobby Brown delayed to 2024

Where to watch the 2023 CMA Awards, plus who's nominated and performing | SAG-AFTRA Negotiating Committee Moves Toward Final Vote

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