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☆ Ranking Week 4’s top 10 college football games: From NC State-Clemson to Tennessee-Oklahoma
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-20 | by ( Justin Williams | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +10 min

The sport dips its toes this weekend with ranked matchups in the Big Ten, Big 12 and SEC featuring College Football Playoff favorites and some remaining question marks. Let’s rank the top 10 games of Week 4, starting with a few honorable mentions and counting down. San Jose State (3-0) at Washington State (3-0), Friday, 10 p.m., The CWWhat a win for Wazzu last week. Line: Auburn -3GO DEEPER College football Week 4 oddly specific predictions: Rolling with road favoritesHow about Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils? 6 Tennessee (3-0) at No.

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☆ Judge extends temporary restraining order against Biden's student debt forgiveness plan
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Minyvonne Burke | Minyvonne Burke Is A Senior Breaking News Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +1 min

President Joe Biden's student debt forgiveness plan faces another setback as a federal judge extended the temporary restraining order against it on Wednesday. U.S. District Judge Randal Hall, who was appointed by former Republican President George W. Bush, said that Biden's plan would remain blocked for an additional 14 days. The ruling came as the Biden administration was expected to publish its final rule on a revised student loan forgiveness plan in October. The judge first issued a temporary restraining order on Sept. 5 shortly after the lawsuit was filed. Those enrolled in the plan, around 8 million people, do not have to make payments at this time.

Persons: Joe Biden's, Randal Hall, George W, Bush, Biden, Hall, Arkansas — Organizations: . U.S, Republican, GOP, U.S . Department, CNBC Locations: ., Florida, North Dakota, Georgia , Ohio, Alabama , Missouri, Arkansas

Business vs. personal bank account interest rates at brick-and-mortar banks*Regional differences are possible at Regions Bank. Rates are as of July 22, 2024.Business vs. personal bank account interest rates at online banksPersonal bank accounts at online banks generally pay more than their business banking options. Business vs. personal bank account interest rates at credit unionsCredit unions also tend to offer competitive rates on business and personal bank accounts. Comparing account fees and accessibilityOpening a business bank account involves more documentation than opening a traditional bank account. Business vs. personal banking FAQsWhy might business savings accounts offer different interest rates than personal accounts?

Persons: you'll, Sophia Acevedo, Sophia, Axel Springer, Education Sophia Organizations: U.S . Bank, Business, Regions Bank, American, Consumers Credit Union, Federal Reserve, Finance, Bank, Savings, Education, California State University Fullerton, National Association of Hispanic Journalists, Angeles Locations: Florida, Alabama, U.S, Illinois, Wisconsin, California

☆ The Fed’s rate cut had nothing to do with politics. That’s not holding politicians back
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Allison Morrow | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

But in his own way (very demure, very mindful) that is what happened Wednesday when he announced the Fed’s first rate cut in four years, a giant half-point reduction that will lower the cost of borrowing and offer financial relief for consumers and businesses. Whenever a reporter asks him about politics, Powell refuses to bite. Like on Wednesday, when he was asked whether the half-point rate cut had political motivations, he responded with something approaching exasperation. It’s just maximum employment and price stability on behalf of all Americans.”Of course, that’s unlikely to stop either party from using the rate cut news to their advantage, given that the economy is the No. Trump can continue to claim that a rate cut is a sign the economy is weak.

Persons: CNN Business ’, Jerome Powell, That’s, ” Powell, “ We’re, Republican Sen, Tommy Tuberville, “, Kamala Harris, ”, it’s, It’s, Jason Furman, Donald Trump, they’re, Pubkey, ” Trump, Powell, He’s, Joe Biden, Powell isn’t, Barack Obama, don’t, Harris, Biden, Steve Sosnick Organizations: CNN Business, New York CNN, Republican, CNN, Trump, Fed’s, Governors, Interactive Brokers, Fed Locations: New York, America, Alabama, New York City, Trump

☆ Largest port on U.S. East Coast, New York/New Jersey, begins prepping for what could be first union strike since 1977
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Lori Ann Larocco | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

"A number of ocean carriers have announced their plans in terms of embargoing export cargo coming to the East Coast from the Midwest," said Rooney. Once the strike is over the Coast Guard would lead the charge in an orderly flow of vessels entering the port." "While the APAC region typically has more options to shift freight to the West Coast, over half of the automotive freight coming in today is heavily dependent on the East Coast. Port of New York/New Jersey has joined other ports that have publicly posted strike contingency plans. The vessels scheduled to come into the East Coast and Gulf ports have been traversing the ocean since early to mid-August.

Persons: Beth Rooney, Rooney, Jim Mancini, CH Robinson, Biden, Taft, Hartley, We've, Harold Daggett Organizations: CNBC, International Longshoreman's Association, ILA, Cruise, United States Maritime Alliance, Port Authority of New, Coast Guard, Maersk, Port, Bloomberg, Getty, Transportation, U.S ., Biden, Logistics Locations: of New York, New Jersey, North America, East, Gulf Coasts, Port Authority of New York, New York, East Coast, Maersk Atlanta, Newark, Newark , New Jersey, US, North, Europe, Oceania, Latin America, Asia, West Coast, Germany, Charleston, Savannah, U.S . West Coast, Port, Houston, Mobile , Alabama

☆ Biden’s student debt forgiveness plan to remain blocked, federal judge orders
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Annie Nova | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

A federal judge has extended a temporary restraining order against the Biden administration's latest student loan forgiveness plan, threatening the White House hope to provide financial relief to tens of millions of Americans ahead of the Nov. 5 presidential elections. In the meantime, Hall said he would review the plaintiffs' request for a preliminary injunction against the Biden's relief plan, and the Biden administration's request to dismiss the case. The continuation of the restraining order is the latest setback for the Biden administration's efforts to cancel people's federal student loans. President Joe Biden began promising to alleviate people's education debts during his 2020 campaign bid, but Republican legal challenges have consistently stymied his attempts. The development stems from a lawsuit against the president's aid package brought by seven GOP-led states earlier this month.

Persons: Joe Biden, Randal Hall, George W, Bush, Biden, Hall, Ohio — Organizations: White, Biden, U.S, Republican, GOP, U.S . Department of Locations: Washington , DC, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia , Missouri, North Dakota, Ohio

☆ From Oprah livestream to house parties, Black women marshal unprecedented outreach for Kamala Harris
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Fredreka Schouten | Rene Marsh | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +11 min

“There is a real clear understanding that this election is a monumental election,” Win With Black Women founder Jotaka Eaddy told CNN. Juliana Yamada/APGroups led by Black women also are launching new political ventures to aid Harris. And she was among the Black women who publicly urged Biden to remain in the race, following his poor June 27 debate performance. Black female organizers in the state also are extending their reach far beyond other Black women. “At the end of the day, what you’re not going to do is blame Black women for not doing their job,” she said.

Persons: DeJuana Thompson, Kamala Harris, “, ”, Thompson, Harris, Oprah Winfrey, Joe Biden, Jotaka Eaddy, Juliana Yamada, Black, Jack, Jill of America, Daria Dawson, “ There’s, ” Hillary Holley, Stacey Abrams, Georgia’s, Holley, –, ” Holley, We’ve, Andrew Harnik, Biden, Obama, Melanie Campbell, Campbell, ” Campbell, Steve Phillips, Harris ’, Win, Kamala, Winfrey, Anna Moneymaker, Donald Trump, Doug Jones, Barack Obama, Janice Robinson, Robinson, Nervahna, Hillary Clinton, Mary Starkey, Clinton, you’re, we’re Organizations: CNN, Democratic, America, YouTube, Win, Women, ”, Black Women, Alpha Kappa Alpha, AP, Howard University, sorority, Delta Sigma Theta, National Council of Negro Women, National Domestic Workers Alliance, Democratic National Convention, Biden, White, Black College and Universities, Red Wine, North Locations: Chicago, Birmingham , Alabama, Pleasanton , California, American, Georgia, Atlanta, Arizona , Georgia, Nevada, North Carolina, Charlotte , North Carolina, Carolina, Alabama, Black, Charlotte, Delaware

The Teamsters on Wednesday declined to endorse a candidate for president, the first time in decades that the union hasn't backed a candidate in the presidential election. It found that almost 60% of rank-and-file union members preferred to endorse Trump, while 34% backed Harris, according to an electronic member poll. The law forced union workers to accept a union contract that had been brokered by the Biden administration. The union endorsed Biden in 2020. The AFL-CIO, which represents dozens of unions and millions of workers, and the United Auto Workers union have each endorsed Harris.

Persons: Sean O'Brien, Donald, Trump, Kamala, Harris, Joe Biden, John Palmer, Biden, Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, John Kerry, Al Gore, Karoline Leavitt, Lauren Hitt, “, ” Hitt, James P, Hoffa, ” Biden Organizations: Teamsters, Big, Trump, Democratic, American, Central, International Association of Fire Fighters, AFL, CIO, United Auto Workers Locations: America, Alabama, Central States, Michigan

Clean energy and clean vehicle companies added nearly 150,000 new jobs in 2023, the first full year of the Inflation Reduction Act, the report found. Of that total, the South added more than 54,000 clean energy jobs, accounting for 36% of all new jobs in the region. By comparison, the Midwest, Northeast and West combined added 95,000 clean energy jobs in 2023. The employment sectors analyzed in E2’s “Clean Jobs America” report include clean vehicles, renewable energy, battery storage, grid modernization and biofuels. Clean energy jobs now account for about 1 in 16 new jobs created in the U.S.E2 has released annual reports on clean energy job growth in the U.S. since 2015.

Persons: Kamala Harris, —, Donald Trump, Harris, Biden, Bob Keefe, We’re, ” Organizations: Biden, Senate, Jobs America, Republicans Locations: United States, U.S, Midwest, Northeast, Southern, Alabama, Kentucky, Oklahoma, California, Florida, Texas

☆ I turned down a teaching position and became the school lunch lady instead. I love it.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-18 | by ( Jane Ridley | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

I was a couple of weeks into my new job in the school cafeteria when a first-grader named Olivia approached me with a note. I'm not a disciplinarianI was pleased last Spring when the school asked if I wanted a permanent position. I mostly worked in the middle school, and as we all know, middle school is tough. AdvertisementFiacco was given this heartfelt note from a grateful first grader in the school cafeteria where she works. I ran a successful business, but there I was, about to transition to serving food and mopping floors.

Persons: —, Sarah Fiacco, Olivia, Mrs Fiacco, I'd, She'd, I'm, It's, Fiacco, — Kinsley, Carter, Kendall —, They'll Organizations: Service, Business, US Air Force Locations: Prattville , Alabama, Virginia, Alabama

☆ Georgia is rich in EV money and jobs
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-18 | by ( John Towfighi | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Since 2022, the Peach State has added over 30,000 clean energy jobs, more than any other state, according to a June study by Climate Power, a strategic communications firm. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law allocated over $175 million toward the EV battery supply chain in Georgia and $135 million over five years toward infrastructure for EV charging stations in Georgia. Investments in EV and battery manufacturing will boost job growth and output in both of these sectors, Benson said. Strong population growth remains a tailwind for Georgia's economic growth and EV industry, Benson said. Between 2021 and 2022, there were 327,795 people who moved into Georgia, according to data from the Census Bureau.

Persons: —, Wells, Jackie Benson, Brian Kemp, It's, Biden, Benson Organizations: Service, Business, Peach State, Climate Power, Investments, Atlanta -, EV, Atlas Public, Environmental Defense Fund, Biden Administration, Law, Infrastructure Law, Hyundai, Kia, The Peach State Locations: Georgia, Wells, Atlanta, Georgia , Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Michigan, West Point , Georgia, Wells Fargo, Florida , Texas , California, California, Texas

☆ Bulletproofing America’s Classrooms
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-18 | by ( Emily Baumgaertner | Alex Kalman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +11 min

Ballistic armor companies are marketing protective products designed for the military to parents and schools. A snippet from a series of demonstration video on First Line Furniture's website. Bulletproof Collapsible Safe RoomsA snippet from a demonstration video on the KT Security Solutions website. Still, with another back-to-school season in full force, some educational leaders are deeply troubled by the proliferation of armored products. “Arm us with books, counselors and resources, not bulletproof vests,” said Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers.

Persons: ’, McGraw Hill, ”, Dewey Cornell, Steve Naremore, you’re, ’ ”, I’m, —, Kenneth Trump, “, Carrie Gaines, Gunnar, Hardwire, Trump, James Bond, Aaron Taormino, Seals, Mr, Daniel Leventry, ’ It’s, we’ll, J.C, Velazquez, Let’s, Ross Kaelin, Steven Lamkin, Randi Weingarten Organizations: National Institute of Justice, “, University of Virginia, Atomic Defense, Tuffy, New York Times, Lineville Elementary, KT, Solutions, KT Security Solutions, 3M, Covenant School, Salisbury Christian School, Police, American Federation of Teachers Locations: United States, Uvalde , Texas, America, Redding, Calif, Parkland, Tampa , Fla, ‘, Alabama, Nashville, Tenn, Maryland, Salisbury, Md, hardwirellc.com

The vote was 51-44, falling short of the 60 needed to break a filibuster, with Republican Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine again voting with Democrats in favor of the bill. Senate Minority Whip John Thune, R-S.D., dismissed it as “another show vote” and vowed that “Republicans support IVF, full stop.”“This is not an attempt to make law. She predicted that Democrats would “lift the filibuster” to get around the 60-vote requirement, which would require 50 senators to vote to change the rules. Katie Britt, R-Ala., and Ted Cruz, R-Texas, that would cut off Medicaid funding for states if they prohibit IVF.

Persons: Kamala Harris, Chuck Schumer, Donald Trump, Harris, Republican Sens, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins of, Doug Mills, New York Times Harris, Donald Trump’s, ” Trump, John Thune, ”, ” Thune, ” Sen, Tammy Duckworth, Duckworth, ” Duckworth, Sen, JD Vance, Schumer, Trump, Vance, ” Vance, Taylor Van Kirk, Sens, Katie Britt, Ted Cruz Organizations: WASHINGTON, Republican, New York Times, Democratic, ABC, Congress, Alabama, NBC News, Republicans Locations: Alaska, Susan Collins of Maine, Philadelphia, Alabama, R, Ohio, Texas

☆ Senate GOP blocks IVF bill again as Democrats spotlight issue ahead of elections
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-17 | by ( Clare Foran | Ted | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer on Monday pressed for Republicans to join Democrats in voting to advance the IVF bill. Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon objected, and instead urged their colleagues to support Democrats’ bill during Tuesday’s vote. Another Senate GOP bill aimed at addressing concerns about IVF was introduced earlier this year. On Tuesday, Democratic Sen. Patty Murray blocked a uninamous consent request to pass Britt and Cruz’s IVF bill, ahead of the vote on the Democrats’ broader IVF package. “Our bill is the only bill that protects IVF access while safeguarding religious liberty,” Britt said.

Persons: Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, Donald Trump, Chuck Schumer, “ We’re, ” Schumer, “, John Thune, ”, Democratic Sen, Tammy Duckworth, Patty Murray, Cory Booker of, GOP Sen, Rick Scott, Ron Wyden, Kat Cammack, Katie Britt, Ted Cruz’s, Britt, Murray, Cruz, ” Britt, we’ve, ” CNN’s Aaron Pellish Organizations: Washington CNN —, Republicans, Democrat, GOP Sens, Republican, Democratic, Illinois, Alabama’s, GOP, Oregon, Democrats, Health Savings Locations: Washington, Cory Booker of New Jersey, Florida

☆ Trump has said he supports IVF. Now, Democrats want him to prove it.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-17 | by ( Grace Eliza Goodwin | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewWith less than 50 days until the election, Senate Democrats are putting Republicans — and Trump — in the hot seat on IVF. On Tuesday, Senate Democrats are bringing the Right to IVF Act to a second vote, just 3 months after Republicans in the chamber first shot it down. They want to pressure Trump to stand by his promise to support IVF and urge his Republican colleagues to vote in favor. "If Donald Trump and Republicans want to protect people's right to access IVF, they can vote yes on it," Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth, who sponsored the legislation, told CBS News. Trump jumped in to voice his support of the procedure, and by May, two GOP senators were introducing a package to protect IVF access, though Democrats rejected it, arguing it didn't go far enough.

Persons: —, Trump, Chuck Schumer, Trump's, Kamala Harris, Ohio Sen, JD Vance, Donald Trump, Illinois Sen, Tammy Duckworth, they've, didn't, Schumer Organizations: Service, Republicans —, Trump, Business, CBS News, NBC News, Republican Party, Republicans, Democrats, Alabama Locations: Illinois

The winless Carolina Panthers benched struggling quarterback Bryce Young, the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, in favor of veteran Andy Dalton, the team announced Monday. “This is the best decision for our group, our team, going forward,” Canales said Monday. Young, last year's top pick after a stellar college career at Alabama, has struggled to up his game on Sundays. He started 16 games of the Panthers' woeful 2-15 campaign last year.

Persons: Bryce Young, Andy Dalton, Dave Canales, Young, ” Canales, I’m, He's, Dalton, he's, I've Organizations: Carolina Panthers, Panthers, Los Angeles Chargers, Alabama, NFL, Las Vegas Raiders, Bengals, Pro Bowl Locations: Carolina, Carolina's, Cincinnati

☆ A boomer lives on $1,768 monthly Social Security and says she's a few hundred dollars away from losing access to necessities
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-15 | by ( Allie Kelly | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

"Over this past year, because my money has gotten so tight, those friends don't call me anymore," she said. The Huntsville, Alabama resident lives on her $1,768 monthly Social Security checks, according to documents reviewed by Business Insider. Monthly Social Security checks aren't enough for most baby boomers to live on — many have told BI they struggle to afford housing, food, and healthcare. AdvertisementRussell's tight finances contribute to lonelinessRussell retired from her food service broker job six years ago and began collecting Social Security around that time. She pays nearly $900 a month, more than half of her Social Security income, making her severely rent-burdened.

Persons: —, Michelle Russell, Russell, Russell doesn't, Russell didn't, isn't, It's, Pete Organizations: Service, Business, Social Security, Social, Walmart Locations: Huntsville, Alabama

☆ How AI images of cats and ducks powered the pet-eating rumor mill
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-14 | by ( David Ingram | David Ingram Is A Tech Reporter For Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +8 min

The rumor mill about immigrants attacking household pets got its start in thinly sourced anecdotes shared at government meetings and on social media. Some of the images shared by social media users were openly prejudiced, showing Black people chasing after cats. These images and videos often create a more engaging and shareable post — regardless of whether they’re based in truth. There were cats holding military-style rifles to defend themselves, cats holding up political signs, cats and ducks sitting side-by-side, AI-generated humans holding cat-related signs and cats and ducks being cuddled by Trump. At least two of the widely viewed AI videos of Trump and animals were made using the software of Chinese AI startup MiniMax, according to watermarks on the videos.

Persons: Donald Trump, Elon Musk’s, Trump, Kamala Harris, A.J, Bauer, ”, ” Bauer, they’ve, Harris, ” Imran Ahmed, ” Ahmed, Jack Posobiec, Posobiec, Black, Jimmy Kimmel’s, Eric Swalwell, “, ” Trump, Alice Marwick, ” Marwick, we’ve, MiniMax Organizations: University of Alabama, Adobe, Local, Trump, Center, Judiciary, Republicans, Data & Society, Marwick, Consumers Locations: Springfield , Ohio

☆ South Alabama racks up highest point total by FBS team since 1991
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-13 | by ( Jamie Barton | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —The South Alabama Jaguars racked up the most points scored by an FBS team in over 33 years on Thursday, as they thrashed the Northwestern State Demons 87-10. Remarkably, the Jaguars did so in just 51 minutes, as both head coaches agreed to shorten the fourth quarter to a six-minute running clock. South Alabama’s point total is the highest by an FBS team in a single game since Fresno State beat New Mexico 94-17 in October 1991. South Alabama dominated the running game with 363 yards on the ground to go with six touchdowns from four different players. Four touchdowns from South Alabama stretched the lead to an impressive 52-10 at halftime, but still the Jaguars did not let up.

Persons: Bothwell, Kentrell Bullock, Major Applewhite’s, I’m, ”, Gio Lopez, ” Lopez, Jamaal Pritchett, Lopez, Jeremiah Webb, Jarvis Durr Organizations: CNN, South Alabama Jaguars, FBS, Northwestern State, Jaguars, Fresno State, New, Sun Belt Conference ., Alabama, Demons, ” Jaguars Locations: New Mexico, North Texas, Ohio, ”, South Alabama

"Heavy rain is expected to continue through at least this afternoon, so please continue to stay weather aware,” Mississippi Gov. Jeff Landry was touring the hardest-hit areas across his state, while officials in New Orleans urged residents to conserve drinking water. The aftermath of a deluge from Hurricane Francine in Metairie, La., in Jefferson Parish, last night. The low-lying city was quickly deluged, with 7.33 inches of rain reported at New Orleans International Airport. In Lafourche Parish in southern Louisiana, 26 people trapped by rising floodwaters were rescued, local officials said.

Persons: Hurricane Francine, Tate Reeves, Jeff Landry, Miles Crawford, Crawford, Jonah Gilmore, “, ” Crawford, Francine, Matthew Hinton, Cynthia Lee Sheng Organizations: National Hurricane Center, Louisiana Gov, NBC, University Medical Center, Associated Press, New Orleans International Locations: Florida, New Orleans, Memphis , Tennessee, Louisiana, Alabama, Jackson , Mississippi, Birmingham , Alabama, Memphis, Atlanta, Mississippi, WDSU, Terrebonne Parish, Metairie, La, Jefferson Parish, Kenner, Jefferson, Lafourche Parish

☆ Billionaire undertakes first civilian spacewalk and big moments from the VMAs: Morning Rundown
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-12 | by ( Elizabeth Robinson | Elizabeth Robinson Is A Newsletter Editor For Nbc News | Based In Los Angeles. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +9 min

Some Donald Trump allies expressed concern over his debate performance. And Taylor Swift and Chappell Roan win big at the MTV VMAs. SpaceX / PolarisFour private citizens orbiting Earth in a SpaceX capsule are attempting to make history by completing the world’s first all-civilian spacewalk. During the outing, Isaacman and Gillis are expected to exit the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule on a tether. Trump’s conspiracy-laced debate performance prompts concernsFormer President Donald Trump declared Tuesday’s debate against Vice President Kamala Harris a win, but not all his allies see it that way.

Persons: Donald Trump, Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, Francine drenches, Francine, Jared Isaacman, Scott “ Kidd ” Poteet, Sarah Gillis, Anna Menon, Isaacman, Gillis, Kamala Harris, Harris ’, Trump, David Ingram, Matt Dixon, ’, Megan Thee, Britney Spears, hird, ong, Joh, els, ord Organizations: MTV, Angeles National Forest, SpaceX, Polaris, Air Force, Tech, Republican, Senior, Trump, Megan Thee Stallion, Doha Madani Locations: Louisiana, Southern California, Francine drenches Gulf, New Orleans, Alabama, Florida, California, San Bernardino County, Orange County, ord

☆ Chappell Roan’s makeup artist breaks down her VMAs look
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-12 | by ( Leah Dolan | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

“If Joan of Arc was a glamour girl,” quipped Roan’s makeup artist, Andrew Dahling, who worked on the VMA vision. Dahling was inspired by Pat McGrath’s work as runway makeup artist for Dior in the 2000s. Kevin Mazur/Getty ImagesFor Roan’s red carpet look, Dahling had a lighter touch. (Dahling, who was behind Roan’s green body paint and makeup, said the look took around four hours to complete). “It’s not meant to look classically beautiful (like) the Instagram makeup that we see today that’s super blended and perfect,” said Dahling of Roan’s VMAs vision.

Persons: Chappell Roan, —, Roan, Joan of Arc, ”, Andrew Dahling, Roan —, Babe, Dahling, Pat McGrath’s, Dior, “, Joan of, Pat McGrath's, Kevin Mazur, Liberty, Governors Ball, Queen Elizabeth, Jamie McCarthy, “ It’s, ” —, John Waters, Violet Chachki, Davy, Ball, Lady, Marleen Moise, Stephen J, Cohen, he’s, ” Dahling Organizations: CNN, VMA, auburn, Dior, NFL, Festival, WWE, Governors, Kentucky, Lady Liberty, Getty, Kentucky Pride Festival, Financial, messier Locations: New York, Alabama, Chicago, Europe, Manchester, Glasgow, London, Kentucky

☆ What undecided voters thought of the debate: From the Politics Desk
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-11 | by ( The Politics Desk | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +7 min

In today’s edition, we break down how panels of undecided voters in Arizona and Pennsylvania responded to the debate. A handful of Arizona voters previously turned off by both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald expressed interest in the Democratic nominee in an NBC News panel after the debate. Read more →Harris avoids some big questions, but Trump’s lack of control costs himBy Chuck ToddIn many ways, Tuesday’s debate was quite familiar. Just like our politics for the last nine years, the entire debate revolved around one person: Donald Trump. Read more →That’s all from the Politics Desk for now.

Persons: Chuck Todd, Donald Trump, Harris, Emma Barnett, Alex Tabet, Kate Snow, Jacob Soboroff, Kamala Harris, Donald, Lynne Kelleher, Kamala, ”, “, I’m, ” Hannah Reed, Trump, Joe Biden, Reed, Denise Lewis, she’s, isn’t, here’s Trump, who’s, Lewis, Read, → Harris, Don’t, Joe Biden’s, Biden, Chuck →, ove Organizations: NBC, White House, Capitol, Democratic, Trump, Libertarian, Biden Locations: Arizona, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Bucks, Scottsdale, Harris

The first ballots of the 2024 general election are heading to voters, as Alabama officials started mailing them out Wednesday. Alabama requires that voters have a reason to vote by mail, such as being absent from the county or working during Election Day. In 2022, just over 45,000 voters cast absentee ballots, accounting for roughly 3% of all the state's ballots. Officials in Alaska, Idaho, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, Arkansas, Minnesota, South Dakota, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming, Colorado, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Texas, Mississippi, Oregon, and Vermont will begin sending mail ballots later this month. And Virginia voters will be the first to cast in-person ballots in significant numbers, with early in-person voting kicking off on Sept. 20.

Persons: Robert F, Kennedy Jr, Donald Trump, Kennedy, Kamala Harris, Jill Stein, Chase Oliver Organizations: Voters, ., North Carolina, Republican, Trump Locations: Alabama, . North Carolina, North Carolina, Alaska , Idaho , Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin , Arkansas, Minnesota, South Dakota, Virginia, West Virginia , Wyoming , Colorado , Louisiana , Maryland , New Jersey , Oklahoma, Rhode Island , Texas , Mississippi , Oregon, Vermont

Here’s what to know:When do voting by mail and early voting start? In some states, mail ballots must be in the hands of election officials before polls close, but others will count ballots that arrive after Election Day if they were postmarked earlier. About a quarter of voters cast ballots in person before Election Day, and about a quarter of voters cast ballots in person on Election Day, according to that survey. Some states will not be as accommodating of early or mail-in voting in 2024. Alaska and Rhode Island are unique because they only allow Election Day registration in the presidential election.

Persons: CNN — It’s, Robert F, Kennedy Jr, Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Trump, Sen, JD Vance, Tim Walz, SSRS, Joe Biden, Biden, I’m, you’re Organizations: CNN, District of Columbia, Minnesota Gov, Pew Research Center, Trump voters, Pew, Social, Voting Locations: North Carolina, Alabama, Wisconsin, Washington, Minnesota , South Dakota, Virginia, Ohio, Trump, Pennsylvania, Rhode, Alaska

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