The United Nations says 187 countries have reached a deal aiming to sharply reduce the amount of plastic that gets washed into the world's oceans — but the United States are a notable hold-out.

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The world's biggest ride-hailing company picks a tough week to make its New York Stock Exchange debut, ending its first day down 7.6 per cent.

Lisa* didn't have access to the family's bank accounts and wasn't given enough cash to cover the basics for her three young children. She's not alone.