Wall Street’s merger frenzy takes a breather in third quarter: chart of the day
Wall Street bankers have rejoiced over a merger boom driven by a wave of megadeals that began this spring. But a worrying lull in the third quarter raises questions about how long this dynamic will last. Global mergers and acquisitions activity slowed…
Malibu kayaker reportedly bitten by shark twice and thrown into water
A fishing trip turned tragic after a man was allegedly bitten by a shark Sunday morning in Malibu. The man, who has not yet been identified, was fishing from his kayak about two miles off the coast near Paradise Cove, NBC Los Angeles reported. Around…
Democrats consider limiting presidential power
Democrats aren’t waiting for midterm results or other polls: They’re sketching out a post-Trump game plan. From politicians on Capitol Hill to outside advocacy groups, the Washington Post According to reports, Democrats are developing ethics…
Russia’s new desire to crush Ukraine – Financial Times
Russia’s new desire to crush Ukraine Financial Times Russia prepares its most powerful blow yet to try to freeze Ukraine The New York Times Assessment of the Russian offensive campaign, September 30, 2026 Institute for the Study of War…
Sex chromosomes influence immunity, cancer, aging and disease risk
A new review published in Science brings together growing evidence that the X and Y chromosomes do much more than determine biological sex. They also shape how cells function, how they age and how they respond to disease. Health differences between men…
Atlanta Braves vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Scores, Stats and Recap – October 4, 2026 Gametracker
LOS ANGELES (AP) Michael Harris II tripled and scored on reliever Kris Bubic’s wild pitch in the fifth inning, and the Atlanta Braves beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2 Sunday night to even the National League Division Series at one game apiece. “To…
MacBook Pro with OLED screen would be “considerably lighter”
BloombergMark Gurman of Mark Gurman said today that new MacBook Pro models with OLED displays will be “significantly lighter” than existing MacBook Pro models. “Apple redesigned the inside of the machine, miniaturizing parts and rearranging…
The best Scotch whiskey in the world, according to the IWSC
A glass of single malt Scotch whiskey above Glenfinnan in the West Highlands of Scotland. getty The three winners of the 2026 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) Scotch Whiskey Trophy remind us that there are many paths to exceptional…
Wanying “Heather” Zhang: California woman arrested for spying for China and monitoring Taiwan president’s son, officials say
The FBI arrested a 34-year-old California woman on Sunday who was accused of acting as an unregistered agent for China and surveilling the son of Taiwan’s president and his family, federal officials said. Wanying “Heather” Zhang, of Irvine,…
Las Vegas Aces vs. Golden State Valkyries Live Score & Stats – October 4, 2026 Gametracker
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Gabby Williams had 25 points, 11 rebounds and five assists, Kiah Stokes added 14 rebounds and three blocked shots, and the Golden State Valkyries won Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals by beating the defending champion Las Vegas Aces 71-60…