'I'd spend $1,000 on a wedding present'

BBC - Oct 15, 2026

New Yorkers share how much they spend on a wedding gift - and how they decide.

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Pink October – the French version of Breast Cancer Awareness Month – is at the centre of a political storm here in France, after one MP said she refused to wear a pink ribbon, calling the month "utterly cynical". We dive into her reasoning, discuss the history of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and learn how to look out for "pinkwashing".

Midterms Could Shift Focus of Epstein Abuse to Banks’ Role

Oct 15, 2026

Midterms Could Shift Focus of Epstein Abuse to Banks’ Role

With an eye on retaking control of Congress, Democrats are introducing a bill that would hold banks accountable for their handling of Jeffrey Epstein’s finances.

What Is Starshield, SpaceX’s Military-Grade Satellite Internet Service Ukraine Relies On?

Oct 15, 2026

What Is Starshield, SpaceX’s Military-Grade Satellite Internet Service Ukraine Relies On?

For years, Ukraine’s armed forces have relied on satellite communication services developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX. Recent restrictions have hampered its war effort.

Energy Dept. Issues Emergency Order Amid Above-Average Temperatures

Oct 15, 2026

Energy Dept. Issues Emergency Order Amid Above-Average Temperatures

The order as a precaution allows grid operators to use backup generation this week. There were no widespread outages reported.

41 Things To Make You Feel Like A Type A Traveler, Even If You're More Like A Type F

Oct 15, 2026

41 Things To Make You Feel Like A Type A Traveler, Even If You're More Like A Type F

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Healey says surprise UK growth is 'sign of resilience' ahead of Budget

Oct 15, 2026

Healey says surprise UK growth is 'sign of resilience' ahead of Budget

The economy grew by 0.1% in August, defying analysts' expectations of a slight contraction.

Way Too Many People Can't Pass A Simple Geography Test, And It's A Little Depressing

Oct 15, 2026

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Shook Research Changes Name to Veritant After Forbes Scandal

Oct 15, 2026

Shook Research Changes Name to Veritant After Forbes Scandal

The company, known for its rankings of wealth advisers, sped up a rebranding after its founder acknowledged a secret $6 million payment to the top editor of Forbes.

The Fallout From the ‘Neocloud’ Wipeout

Oct 15, 2026

The Fallout From the ‘Neocloud’ Wipeout

Investors are newly worried about the health of artificial intelligence infrastructure companies like CoreWeave. That’s weighing on the wider A.I. industry.

Tesla Debuts 2026 Roadster, an EV Sports Car at Least $200,000

Oct 15, 2026

Tesla Debuts 2026 Roadster, an EV Sports Car at Least $200,000

Elon Musk’s company and other automakers, like Jaguar and Bentley, are trying to sell very expensive electric cars to people who usually prefer gasoline-fueled luxury and performance.

What Allegations of Spying at OpenAI Mean for the A.I. Industry

Oct 15, 2026

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The arrest of an OpenAI employee accused of planting a bug in an office of the artificial intelligence giant flags another concern for the industry.

AI giant Anthropic woos potential investors ahead of stock market debut

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