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Treasury launches student loan support center as new data show 9.3 million borrowers in default
The Trump administration launched a support center for defaulted student loan borrowers as 9.3 million borrowers fall behind on payments, up significantly from previous years.
Churchill Downs (CHDN) Prices $500 Million Loan. Could Interest Costs Rise?
Churchill Downs priced a $500 million senior secured term loan due in 2033 at SOFR plus 175 basis points, with proceeds to refinance existing debt and support operations.
The World’s Diesel Problem Runs Deeper Than the Iran War
Global diesel and jet fuel shortages predate recent Middle East disruptions, stemming from fundamental production challenges with heavier crude oils that are more expensive to extract and refine.
Guyana’s Oil Riches Are Transforming Its Economy at Breakneck Speed
Guyana has become South America’s third-largest oil producer, with output exceeding 900,000 barrels per day and expected GDP growth of 20.8 percent in 2026, though questions remain about equitable profit distribution.
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Netanyahu praises stabbed Indian pilot for saving lives on Flydubai flight
An Indian pilot stabbed by a co-pilot on a Flydubai flight was praised by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for his bravery in preventing a catastrophic incident that endangered 174 passengers.
Travel plans? Here’s what to know as measles exposures reach trains and games
The U.S. is experiencing its worst measles resurgence in decades, with over 3,600 confirmed cases as of late September. Health officials advise vaccination as the most effective protection, particularly for travelers.
Police questioning can shape a sexual assault case. Their approach is often wrong
A former Cornell University student’s civil lawsuit over alleged 2024 sexual assault is prompting scrutiny of how police initially questioned her, raising broader concerns about trauma-informed investigation practices.
‘I was lured into a trap’: Evan Gershkovich on moment that led to 16 months in Russian jail
US journalist Evan Gershkovich described his arrest in Russia as a deliberate setup to use him as a valuable hostage in a prisoner exchange. He was detained for 16 months before being freed in a high-profile swap deal.
Six Flags shuts down X2 rollercoaster after more than 100 allege brain injuries
Six Flags Magic Mountain is permanently closing its X2 rollercoaster after more than 100 riders alleged suffering brain injuries from the ride.
A tight election looms in New Zealand. This time, overseas voters could be bad news for the big parties
New Zealand faces a tight election in November with record numbers of overseas voters potentially influencing the outcome. Over 104,000 offshore voters are enrolled, a 60% increase from the 2023 cycle.
Last UK and US troops leave Iraq as anti-Islamic State mission ends
The last British and American troops have withdrawn from Iraq after more than a decade of military presence, concluding the international coalition’s mission against Islamic State extremists.
Botswana condemned for slaughtering elephants for independence celebrations
Botswana authorized the hunting of 23 elephants to provide meat for independence day celebrations, drawing criticism from animal rights groups concerned about conservation and food safety.
How Trump keeps undercutting his anti-communist message
President Trump promotes a $5,000 payment to adults while criticizing Democrats as communists, a contradiction that highlights tensions between his interventionist economic policies and free-market rhetoric.
What we know so far about alleged stabbing of pilot by co-pilot on flight to Israel
A flydubai pilot allegedly stabbed his co-pilot during a flight from Dubai to Israel, prompting an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia. Israeli officials are investigating whether the incident was an attempted terror attack.
Ethiopia fighting escalates in Tigray killing 52 civilians in Alamata, medic tells the BBC
At least 52 civilians have been killed during three days of heavy fighting around Alamata in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, according to hospital sources. Government troops appear to have taken control of the town from regional fighters.
Sweden must apologise for harm done to Sami people, says state-backed report
A Swedish state-backed truth commission has called for the government to apologize for historical harm inflicted on the Sami people and to pursue reconciliation and redress measures.