Gulf Economies, Torn by War in Iran, Desperately Need a Return to Normal

New York Times - Nov 2, 2026

States like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates that have worked to rebalance from a dependence on energy have seen growth plunge in a year of strife.

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Are Freezers Being Hacked? Europe and the U.S. Military Are Investigating.

Nov 2, 2026

Are Freezers Being Hacked? Europe and the U.S. Military Are Investigating.

A wave of disruptions at grocery stores, which some officials blame on cyberattacks, highlights the vulnerability of supply chains. Shops across Europe were affected again on Monday.

Up in the Clouds With the Pope, It’s Still Commercial

Nov 2, 2026

Up in the Clouds With the Pope, It’s Still Commercial

Unlike American presidents, Pope Leo XIV has no private jet, so he travels on commercial airlines, like the rest of us. Well, almost.

Up in the Clouds With the Pope, It’s Still Commercial

Nov 2, 2026

Up in the Clouds With the Pope, It’s Still Commercial

Unlike American presidents, Pope Leo XIV has no private jet, so he travels on commercial airlines, like the rest of us. Well, almost.

He Pioneered a Groundbreaking Idea and Was Met With Corporate Wrath

Nov 2, 2026

He Pioneered a Groundbreaking Idea and Was Met With Corporate Wrath

Economist William Nordhaus said putting a price on pollution was the best way to reduce climate change. Then came the fossil fuel lobby and the anti-tax movement.

Disneyland’s Autopia Ride Will Switch to Electric Vehicles

Nov 2, 2026

Disneyland’s Autopia Ride Will Switch to Electric Vehicles

The gas-powered engines in Disneyland’s Autopia ride weren’t properly certified. The little cars will be replaced by E.V.s.

Martha Stewart Apologizes for Homeless Halloween Costume

Nov 2, 2026

Martha Stewart Apologizes for Homeless Halloween Costume

Stewart, the media mogul and entrepreneur, had posted a photo of a costume with tattered clothes and a sign asking for help.

Snapchat reaches settlement in case after teens allege platform designed to be addictive

Nov 2, 2026

Snapchat reaches settlement in case after teens allege platform designed to be addictive

Snapchat parent Snap Inc. has reached a settlement during a trial over claims brought by two teenagers who say the company designed the platform to be addictive, causing their depression, anxiety and eating disorders, attorneys for the plaintiffs said on Monday.

U.S. records 1st human bird flu death since last year

Nov 2, 2026

U.S. records 1st human bird flu death since last year

A person in Washington state has died from complications of the bird flu, the first such U.S. death in a year.

Trump’s Tariffs Are On the Ballot in Michigan

Nov 2, 2026

Trump’s Tariffs Are On the Ballot in Michigan

The levies as well as trade fighting with Canada are facing a test in the state, where voters appear skeptical of free trade but also of the president’s erratic approach.

How A.I. Is Making It Easier Than Ever to Microtarget Voters

Nov 2, 2026

How A.I. Is Making It Easier Than Ever to Microtarget Voters

Hyper-personalized messages, delivered with A.I.-enabled precision, herald a new frontier for voter outreach (and potential disinformation).

Finding a specialist can take so long, some Ontario doctors are turning to social media: OMA

Nov 2, 2026

Finding a specialist can take so long, some Ontario doctors are turning to social media: OMA

The Ontario Medical Association says problems with accessing specialist care have led to Ontarians turning to hospital emergency departments instead.

Anthropic Reveals $17 Billion in Revenue as I.P.O. Approaches

Nov 2, 2026

Anthropic Reveals $17 Billion in Revenue as I.P.O. Approaches

The A.I. company’s quarterly revenue totaled $17 billion, 12 times as high as the same quarter last year, while its net loss totaled $23 billion.

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