Friday · September 4, 2026 Vol. I · No. 246
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An activity-based probe library for identifying protein function Brainless sea sponges use sunset to prepare for metamorphosis—and attach in 30 minutes Kazakhstan stabilizes oil output following CPC pipeline disruptions, minister says Kiev panics, fearing imminent defeat — Russian SVR chief ‘It Still Causes Severe Stress’: Fear of Expulsion Upends Life for Some Russian Asylum Seekers in E… Israel not to withdraw troops from Lebanon until Hezbollah fully disarmed — minister Microsoft announces Project Zenith, a clutter-free Windows experience meant to entice developers Russian air defenses down over 6,000 Ukrainian drones over past week — top brass An activity-based probe library for identifying protein function Brainless sea sponges use sunset to prepare for metamorphosis—and attach in 30 minutes Kazakhstan stabilizes oil output following CPC pipeline disruptions, minister says Kiev panics, fearing imminent defeat — Russian SVR chief ‘It Still Causes Severe Stress’: Fear of Expulsion Upends Life for Some Russian Asylum Seekers in E… Israel not to withdraw troops from Lebanon until Hezbollah fully disarmed — minister Microsoft announces Project Zenith, a clutter-free Windows experience meant to entice developers Russian air defenses down over 6,000 Ukrainian drones over past week — top brass

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Mortgage Rates Today, Monday, August 31: Starting the Week Higher

Markets changing expectations around a Fed rate hike in September are sending mortgage interest rates upward.

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OnlyFans and AI training: why gen Z doesn’t care where our money comes from | Alice Lassman

With traditional goals such as stability and homeownership feeling out of reach, young people are focused on the presentBy now, we all know the shape of financial nihilism: the th…

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UK households will take £2,400 financial hit from Iran war, analysis shows

Centre for Economics and Business Research calculates effect of inflation and wage stagnation to end of 2027UK households will have suffered a £2,400 financial hit, on average, fr…

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New payment set up? Get in touch! The bank scam where your ‘bank’ is the scammer

Impersonation scams – where callers or texts claim to be from trusted entities such as banks, HMRC or even the police – are rife … and growing‘I’ve £80k in the account, here’s my …

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‘I’ve £80k in the account, here’s my pin’: turning the tables on the scammers

Plagued by bank impersonation scams, one Guardian Money reader got even by stringing the fraudsters along … for hours“A couple of Sundays ago at just past 11am my mobile rang. An …

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I Hiked Waterfalls From This Trailborn by Marriott Hotel

Explore Trailborn Highlands, a Marriott Bonvoy boutique hotel in Highlands, NC, with onsite dining, a Nordic Spa, and easy access to the outdoors.

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Is a Hotel Subscription Worth It?

Hotel subscriptions offer discounts on room rates and other perks for an annual fee, but some travelers may find more value in a hotel credit card instead.

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How Points and Miles Values Changed in 2026

American Airlines miles are the most valuable of any domestic airline, World of Hyatt stays atop the hotel valuations, while Marriott points devalued in 2026.

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Mortgage Rates Today, Friday, August 28: Mostly Flat

TL;DR: Mortgage rates went up today, but not enough to bust your homebuying budget.

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Trust nobody – not even the sweet shop lady: the Stephen Collins cartoon

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Homes for sale with kerb appeal in England and Scotland – in pictures

From the arched windows and decorative chimneys of a Victorian police station to a white seaside cottage highlighted in vivid blue Continue reading...

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Weekly Mortgage Rates Are Up as Investors Weigh Inflation and AI

An influx of tech bonds and new inflation data sent mortgage rates up this week.

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5 Ways Your Credit Cards May Cover Your Streaming Subscriptions

Several credit cards offer statement credits, complimentary subscriptions or extra points on subscriptions with Apple TV, Disney+, Hulu, Paramount and more.

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Delta Credit Cards Unveil New Limited-Time Welcome Offers

Eligible Delta SkyMiles credit cards have boosted welcome offers for new cardholders for a limited time.

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Andy Burnham’s autumn of pain– podcast

It’s been a month since Andy Burnham became prime minister. And while polls have shown a ‘Burnham bounce’, the coming months will force the new PM into making some tough – and pot…

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5 Things to Know About the Samsung Galaxy Credit Card

The unlimited 3% cash back rate on Samsung Wallet purchases may be reason enough to get the Samsung Galaxy credit card.

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5 Things to Know About the Credit One Golden Knights Card

The card’s annual fee, measly rewards and lack of benefits make it a 'duster' — even for die-hard Golden Knights fans.

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Mortgage Rates Today, Thursday, August 27: Lower

TL;DR: Mortgage rates are back to normal (for this week) after yesterday's spike.

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The Business of Betting on Natural Disasters

Platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi allow users to place bets on events like hurricanes and earthquakes, raising ethical and safety concerns.

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How to Be a Moneymaxxer

Embracing this latest social media trend can help level up your finances.

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Kim Kardashian's kid wants to work at Starbucks. What a breath of fresh air | Polly Hudson

North West has revealed her sensible intention to get a ‘regular’ job. It could be character-building – unless the venti-sized privilege she was born with holds her backAll these …

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Thursday briefing: Will the government reform the system to bring down our energy bills?

In today’s newsletter: As ​UK households face another price‑cap rise, experts warn that years of political drift have left us with one of Europe’s most expensive power systems, ​b…

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Plug-in balcony solar panels to go on sale in UK for first time

DIY system will be stocked by big retailers, starting with Argos, enabling more homes to lower bills by generating own electricityPlug-in solar panels will go on sale in the UK fo…

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Mortgage Rates Today, Wednesday, August 26: A Little Higher

TL;DR: Mortgage rates went up today, but not enough to bust your homebuying budget.