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Want the newsletters, without the promotional mailers? Get an (ad-free) subscription to TradeBriefs Premium for just $4 per month. Access to premium content | No advertisement mailers Work Standoff between Kosovo police and Serbian gunmen ends with four killed During an address to the UN general assembly last week, Vučić accused the west of hypocrisy. He said its recognition of Kosovo’s independence was based on the same justification as Russia’s war on Ukraine. Work Russia-Ukraine war live: Odesa port infrastructure damaged in overnight attack, say Ukraine officials The European Commission has sent another €1.5bn in macro-financial assistance to Ukraine. The commission has pledged a total of €18bn to Ukraine – the country has already received €12bn. The funds go towards keeping essential public services running, such as hospitals, schools and housing for relocated citizens, as well as paying wages and pensions. Work Russian news outlet in Latvia believes European state behind phone hack A person familiar with the issue said NSO has opened an investigation into the matter. The company has said in the past that it only sells its powerful hacking tools to government agencies for the purpose of investigating serious crimes. Work Refugees Flee to Armenia as Breakaway Enclave Comes Under Azerbaijan’s Control Ivan Nechepurenko has been a Times reporter since 2015, covering politics, economics, sports and culture in Russia and the former Soviet republics. He was raised in St. Petersburg, Russia, and in Piatykhatky, Ukraine. More about Ivan Nechepurenko Work Russian airstrikes kill 2 and wound 3 in southern Ukraine as war enters 20th month The three European Union member nations bristled at the move. Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki responded by saying his country was \" no longer transferring any weapons to Ukraine because we are now arming ourselves with the most modern weapons.\" Work Opinion | Bringing Ukraine Into NATO and the E.U. Is the Key to Peace     Thomas L. Friedman has been a journalist with The Times since 1981. He has won three Pulitzer Prizes for his coverage of Lebanon, Israel and Sept. 11. He is also the author of seven books. @TomFriedman • Facebook Work America's $1 trillion credit card bill really isn't as bad as it seems     Government debt is a different story. The US debt balance just notched $33 trillion for the first time ever, something economists have warned could blow up into a bigger problem in the future. Work Ask an Advisor: I Have $30,000 to Invest. Will a Financial Advisor Work With Me?     Susannah Snider, CFP® is SmartAsset’s financial planning columnist, and answers reader questions on personal finance topics. Got a question you’d like answered? Email AskAnAdvisor@smartasset.com and your question may be answered in a future column. Work United States vs. South Africa (Sep 24, 2023) Live Score - ESPN     Work From Ciganda's heroics to Thompson's comeback: Top moments of the 2023 Solheim Cup     Thompson\'s lone loss this week came in Friday\'s four-ball (best ball) when she and Vu fell to Maguire and England\'s Georgia Hall 1 down. Thompson was the last American on the course in Sunday singles and defeated Pedersen 2 and 1. Thompson earned three points with a 3-0-1 record. Work Thousands of refugees flee to Armenia in wake of Azerbaijan's Nagorno-Karabakh military offensive - live     Armenia's prime minister, Nikol Pashinyan, said on Sunday: "Our government will lovingly welcome our brothers and sisters from Nagorno-Karabakh. The Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh still face the danger of ethnic cleansing." Work Transfer Talk: Lingard to train with Al Ettifaq as West Ham withdraw interest     - Premier League clubs are interested in Real Sociedad midfielder Takefusa Kubo, says Ekrem Konur. An offer of £30m could be made for the signature of the 22-year-old, who has been a standout in LaLiga this season. The Japan international scored in Sociedad\'s 4-3 LaLiga win over Getafe on Sunday, but he enjoyed one of his best games this season in the recent 2-1 loss vs. Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu. Work New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez hires Hunter Biden lawyer for bribery case     The senator and his wife are facing three counts: Conspiracy to commit bribery, conspiracy to commit honest services fraud, and conspiracy to commit extortion under color of official right. Three New Jersey businessmen allegedly involved in the bribery transactions have also been charged with the first two counts. Work Congress remains divided on budget negotiations as government shutdown looms: "Our financial ship is sinking"     CORRECTION: This story has been updated to show that a continuing resolution, or CR, would provide a temporary budget until the government negotiates a more permanent deal for the rest of the fiscal year. Work Gold’s Deadly Truth: Much Is Mined With Mercury     Jack Nicas is the Brazil bureau chief, covering Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay. He previously reported on technology from San Francisco and, before joining The Times in 2018, spent seven years at The Wall Street Journal. More about Jack Nicas Work Polls Show Low Approval Ratings for Biden, and Trump Coasting in Primary     “President Biden is delivering results, his agenda is popular with the American people and we are mobilizing our winning coalition of voters well ahead of next year’s general election,” he said, adding, “We’ll win in 2024 by putting our heads down and doing the work, not by fretting about polls.” Work America's Love Affair With Full-Size Pickup Trucks: A Northern Michigan Adventure     By the time our Labor Day journey through Northern Michigan concluded, it was evident that the Silverado High Country was not merely a mode of transportation. It served as a steadfast companion, reminiscent of the many American road trips undertaken in pickups. These trucks, as our adventure highlighted, are more than just vehicles. They are partners in our pursuits, champions of our dreams, and enduring symbols of the American spirit. Work Political outsider Stefanos Kasselakis wins race to lead Greece's Syriza     The new Syriza leader has repeatedly said that he is better placed to defeat prime minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, citing what he has described as his "better English and finance and business" knowledge. Work Shopping habits have changed for good, says Aldi     Ms Shuttleworth says the key for Aldi will to be to \"stick to their knitting\" and maintain a price differential to their rivals. This which will mean having to accept lower profit margins and driving as much volume as possible. Work Gymnastics Ireland fails to apologise despite row over medal snub for black girl     She became aware of the first letter, written in March 2022 soon after the incident, when the woman asked if the family had received it. “I didn’t believe her initially. But her email account showed the woman had sent a more detailed apology letter, and Gymnastics Ireland had withheld it from me.” Work Electric car rules could cost carmakers billions     Meanwhile the chief executive of the UK\'s Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, Mike Hawes, told reporters last week that he thought a deal would be done - but it could be a last-minute affair. Work Giorgio Armani channels 'countless light vibrations' for Milan show     Continuity has been something of a buzzword and objective at Milan fashion week. The two big debuts of the week - Peter Hawkings at Tom Ford and Sabato de Sarno at Gucci - both presented collections that delivered a new point of view but played to the strengths and previous commercial success of both brands. Work State-owned British Business Bank makes £147m annual loss     The BBB is responsible for administering the government\'s three Covid-19 loan schemes and its Future Fund, together responsible for delivering more than £80bn in finance to almost 1.7 million businesses. The schemes are now closed to new applications. Work First evacuees from Nagorno-Karabakh cross into Armenia     “If you’re going to Goris, please walk to the centre of the tent camp,” an official shouted through a megaphone, leading to a small scrum to board a minibus. Others drove out from Karabakh in private cars, some carrying sacks with all their possessions tied to the roofs. Work Woman arrested after two children missing for five days found in Essex     Two other people charged in connection with the case are due to appear at Southend magistrates court on Monday, charged with two counts of child abduction – 52-year-old Ashley Hawkins and 30-year-old Jordan Hardy of Dagenham. Work Met police request support from army after officers down firearms     Since the announcement of the murder charge on Wednesday, some have told their commanders they needed a period to reflect on whether they wish to continue carrying a gun. Some are talking to their families about whether the risks are worth it. Work Greece, Battered a Decade Ago, Is Booming     Liz Alderman is the chief European business correspondent, writing about economic, social and policy developments around Europe. She was previously an assistant editor in New York, and the former business editor of The International Herald Tribune. More about Liz Alderman Work Tory donor threatens to pull funding if Sunak scraps northern HS2 rail line     “We’re currently working with our supply chain partners to carry out a detailed assessment of genuine levels of inflation, as well as the impact of the Covid pandemic and the rephasing of parts of the project.” Work The agreement could put talk shows back on the air.     It has been a complicated time to be a talk-show host. Five big late-night names — Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers and John Oliver — have started a podcast, with proceeds going to their striking staff members. Work FCA draws up tougher rules to protect women from workplace abuse     The FCA’s remit is set by legislation, giving it the power to set rules in certain areas for regulated businesses and workers. The new consultation, which will be open to firms, trade associations and the public, will set out potential new rules and fresh guidance on how those rules might be implemented. Work Where does the actors’ strike stand?     The actors have been striking since July 14. Among other things, the actors want 2 percent of the total revenue generated by streaming shows, something that studios have said is a nonstarter. Work Boris Johnson should pay back taxpayer-funded Partygate legal fees, says Labour     A Cabinet Office spokesperson said: “There is an established precedent across multiple administrations based on the principle that former ministers, of all political colours, may be supported with legal representation after they have left office – when matters relate to their time and conduct as a minister of the crown. Work Arsenic Preserved the Animals, but Killed the Museum     The space currently functions as a warehouse, but Mr. Sweets dreams of turning it into an artists’ bazaar, perhaps with taxidermy mounts arrayed throughout: the elephant here, the giraffe and hippo there. If the zoo can no longer house the animals, “let’s get them to a place where they can go,” he said. “And it just so happens that I own a place.” Work 'A treasure for scientific analysis': Nasa holds Bennu asteroid sample press conference - as it happened     This significant moment marks the successful delivery from the Utah desert into the Utah test and training range clean room, and of course the 1.2 billion mile journey from the asteroid Bennu back to Earth. Work An Ancient Whale Named for King Tut, but Moby-Dinky in Size     Dr. Sallam said that similar to the way Melville, reflecting on the Basilosaurus skeleton found in 1842, imagines a time when “the whole world was the whale’s,” the discovery underscores the transient nature of existence and provides a tangible connection to a prehistoric past. “The significance of the find, like the fossils described in ‘Moby Dick,’ extends beyond the realm of paleontology,” he said. “It highlights the enduring fascination with Earth’s ancient history.” Work Poll showing Trump up 10 points over Biden for 2024 election criticized     Trump does hold commanding leads in national and key state polls regarding the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. He enjoys that advantage despite facing more than 90 criminal charges across four separate indictments charging him with attempted subversion of the 2020 election that he lost to Biden, retention of classified information after his presidency and hush-money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Work Here’s Life on an Expedition to Track Declining Arctic Ice     Henry Fountain specializes in the science of climate change and its impacts. He has been writing about science for The Times for more than 20 years and has traveled to the Arctic and Antarctica. More about Henry Fountain Work 'Like a dream': successful return of Nasa capsule with asteroid sample hailed     "I couldn't be more proud … Not only did we bring this mission in on schedule, under budget and delivered more science than we had ever thought was possible with the encounter with Bennu, but we think we've got a lot of sample in that canister." Work Matteo Messina Denaro, Once Italy’s Most Famous Fugitive, Dies at 61     Mr. Messina Denaro maintained his innocence until the end, however; in one interrogation in February, he described himself as a “stateless farmer.” “I used to work in the countryside,” he said, complaining that he had lost his residence and his property. “I had assets, but you took them all away.” Work Minnesota's cannabis head resigns after reports she sold illegal weed products     The midwestern state is the 23rd in the country to legalize recreational marijuana. Surrounding states - including Wisconsin, Iowa, South Dakota and North Dakota - have not yet legalized it. Work Opinion | Egypt’s Government Is Bulldozing My Family’s History     The Times is committed to publishing a diversity of letters to the editor. We’d like to hear what you think about this or any of our articles. Here are some tips. And here’s our email: letters@nytimes.com. Work AOC joins calls for Bob Menendez to resign from Senate over corruption charges     “As a result, I feel compelled to run against him. This is not something I expected to do, but I believe New Jersey deserves better. We cannot jeopardize the Senate or compromise our country’s integrity. Work How Much Can a Retired Person Earn Without Paying Taxes?     Consider working with a financial advisor as you coordinate your earnings with your tax planning. Finding a qualified financial advisor doesn’t have to be hard. SmartAsset’s free tool matches you with up to three financial advisors who serve your area, and you can interview your advisor matches at no cost to decide which one is right for you. If you’re ready to find an advisor who can help you achieve your financial goals, get started now. Work Trump's 'Extremist' Gaslighting Exposed In Damning Montage     By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you\'re agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Work Ask an Advisor: Is it Wise to Convert 10% of My 401(k) into a Roth IRA Each Year to Avoid Taxes and RMDs?     Matt Becker, CFP®, is a SmartAsset financial planning columnist and answers reader questions on personal finance and tax topics. Got a question you\'d like answered? Email AskAnAdvisor@smartasset.com and your question may be answered in a future column. Work Retirement investors are finally getting good returns from the 'safest assets in the world'     \"In the long run, you are only going to miss out on the upside, like what we have seen in equities this year,\" Tsantes said. \"If retirement is around the bend, sure we can allocate to more fixed-income investments, but there is really no need to keep more than two to five years of expenses set aside in those investments.\" Work MSNBC's Mehdi Hasan Spots Rupert Murdoch's Most 'Unremittingly Toxic' Legacy     By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you\'re agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Work Stocks Flash Recession Warning as Trouble Spreads to Industrials     “The valuations of the industrials and materials we buy are well below where they should be trading,” Cianci said. “The market is pricing in the risk of a downturn that we do not see.” Work Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Says Sen. Bob Menendez Should Resign     By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you\'re agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Work Corzine Plans to Shut Hedge Fund and Return Capital to Investors     In July, three futures industry executives asked the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to review an exemption that allowed Corzine to continue trading a small amount of futures under a settlement with the agency. The executives claim that Corzine is no longer eligible for the exemption because of a 2020 rule change. Work Hillary Clinton: Putin 'Hates Democracy' And Will Interfere In U.S. Elections Again     By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you\'re agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Work Clinton Says McCarthy ‘Too Weak’ To Stand Up To GOPers Calling For Biden Impeachment     By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you\'re agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Work Retired & Feeling Pinched By Smaller Social Security Payments? You're Not Alone     Taxes can take a big chunk out of your retirement income, depending on where you live. To find out if you should relocate after you hang up your hat, check our story on the best states to retire for taxes. Work Dolphins Rout Broncos 70-20, Scoring The Most Points By An NFL Team In A Game Since 1966     By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you\'re agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. 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