Keeping Up With America

Proud Boys claim they’ll be at polling places as Trump ups violent rhetoric and election fraud claims: As Donald Trump yet again tells his supporters he can lose Tuesday only if there’s massive voter fraud and as he ramps up violent rhetoric about Democrats and other “enemies,” members of the far-right group that put more “boots on the ground” than any other at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, say they’re mobilizing.

USDA to ban online transaction fees on school lunch payments for low-income families: A new federal rule will prohibit schools from charging transaction fees to low-income students when their families electronically deposit funds into their lunch accounts.

Trump wants the presidential winner to be declared on election night. That’s highly unlikely: Former President Donald Trump is stepping up his demands that the winner of the presidential race be declared shortly after polls close Tuesday, well before all the votes are counted.

Tucker Carlson credits demons for the invention of nuclear technology: Demons that Tucker Carlson claimed attacked him as he slept were also responsible for the invention of nuclear technology, the conservative former Fox News host said on Monday in another bizarre contention.

Former Columbus, Ohio, officer found guilty in shooting death of Black man who was holding cellphone and keys: A former Ohio police officer was convicted of murder Monday in the shooting of Andre Hill, a Black man who was holding a cellphone and keys when he was killed. Officer Adam Coy, who served nearly 20 years with the Columbus police force, shot Hill four times in a garage nearly four years ago. Coy, who is White, was fired after the shooting. He later told jurors that he thought Hill was holding a silver revolver that turned out to be keys.

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Around the World

US gives Israel a ‘fail’ grade on improving aid to Gaza so far: The Biden administration is stepping up criticism of Israel for not doing enough to improve humanitarian conditions in Gaza as a 30-day deadline looms for Israeli officials to meet certain requirements or risk potential restrictions on military assistance.

All eyes are on America as an uncertain world awaits critical election result: War in the Middle East and Europe. Rising far right in Europe. Economic uncertainty. And even the climate emergency. Around the world, discussion of these crises invariably turns back to a common refrain: “Well, a lot depends who wins the United States presidential election.”

Lets Talk Business and Tech

Elon Musk appears to have tweaked X’s algorithm to promote Trump, study claims

Founder Mode Means Being a Strategic Micromanager — Here’s Why That’s Actually a Good Thing

Inside the plans for a Chinese hypersonic plane that will fly from London to New York in less than two hours

Richer, Wiser, Happier

Is it ever OK to ignore credit card debt collectors?: With credit card interest rates sitting at historically high levels right now, millions of cardholders are struggling to pay off what they owe. After all, as the compounding interest charges rack up, it’s easy for even a small card balance to balloon quickly. As a result, about 9% of cardholders are now delinquent on their credit card payments, meaning that they’re facing late fees, increased interest rates and other repercussions.

3 Reasons Not to Cancel Your Amex Gold Card Right Now | Steven Porrello, Fool. The American Express® Gold Card is one of American Express’s most well-known cards. It’s also one of its priciest. With a $325 annual fee, this card costs about as much as a new Apple Watch (see rates and fees) — except it’s a little less sporty and doesn’t keep track of your steps.

Sports and Showbiz Shenanigans

Saints fire head coach Dennis Allen after seventh straight loss; owner calls it a decision ‘we needed to make | Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich reportedly out indefinitely after weekend health issue

Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon to Direct and Star in ‘Family Movie’ With Kids Travis and Sosie Bacon | Berlin Film Festival Quits Elon Musk’s X

Hugh Jackman roasts Ryan Reynolds after Martha Stewart declares the actor ‘isn’t funny’ | Keanu Reeves Recalls Throwing Up a ‘Couple of Times’ During ‘John Wick’ Stunts

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