Friday, 31 May 2024

How Many Americans Will Rationalize Voting for a Felon?


By David French, Michelle Goldberg and Patrick Healy from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3PXd0mi

A simple guide to the 4 July general election

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced the UK general election will take place on 4 July.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/zoXeZB7

Thursday, 30 May 2024

Abbott accuses Labour of left-wing candidate purge

The veteran MP criticises her party's candidate selection, but Labour insists there has been no purge.

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Vote Plaid to keep Labour in check, leader says

Plaid Cymru is launching its general election campaign, promising a "positive alternative".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/swf48KV

Wednesday, 29 May 2024

Can the Supreme Court’s Liberals Reclaim Judicial Restraint?


By Linda Greenhouse from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/YEn9eIA

In Florida, Democrats Hope Abortion Will Revive Their Fortunes


By Mara Gay and Damon Winter from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/X1hHUjJ

The pupils skateboarding at school as part of their GCSE PE

Northern Ireland is the first part of the UK to include skateboarding in GCSE PE.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/t1NHAp6

Tuesday, 28 May 2024

Feeling Lonely? Grouchy? Murderous? There’s a Spell for That.


By Liesl Schillinger from NYT Books https://ift.tt/jehgYWQ

The impact of recognising a Palestinian state

Declarations by Ireland, Spain and Norway will put pressure on other countries in Europe.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gjCWeuy

Monday, 27 May 2024

The Cicadas Are Here. You Have Nothing to Fear.


By Margaret Renkl and Kristina Samulewski from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/OckHxgD

Grealish almost falls off bus at Manchester City parade

The midfielder appeared to get caught out as the vehicle started to move from a stationary position.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/lLyDacg

Sunday, 26 May 2024

With ‘We Are Lady Parts,’ Nida Manzoor Rocks On


By Alexis Soloski from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/ruSsFCe

UN fears 670 people buried under Papua New Guinea landslide

The land is still sliding and rescue is difficult, the head of the UN migration agency says.

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Saturday, 25 May 2024

Sunak sees the funny side of Downing Street soaking

The prime minister was meeting constituents when one remarked on the weather when he announced the election.

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Friday, 24 May 2024

Meet the Jimi Hendrix of the Sahara


By John White, Lynn Levy, Alyssa Moxley, Dan Powell and Ben Sisario from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/kdNU2qc

Starmer agrees to TV election debates with Sunak

The Conservatives are pushing for six TV debates, but Labour officials will only commit to two run by the BBC and ITV.

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Thursday, 23 May 2024

'I thought: He’s going to stab me, I’m going to die'

Seven years after making a poster warning about knife crime, Ethan's friend was stabbed to death.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gZcmvhT

Wednesday, 22 May 2024

Alderney Nazi camp inquiry finds succession of cover-ups

The inquiry found it likely between 641 and 1,027 people died under in the Nazi camps in Alderney.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/8XV1kTs

Who could be Chelsea's next manager?

BBC Sport looks at who could replace Mauricio Pochettino as Chelsea manager.

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Tuesday, 21 May 2024

Donald Trump biopic causes a stir in Cannes

Critics broadly praise The Apprentice, but the former president threatens to sue over its content.

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Monday, 20 May 2024

Knife attack in China primary school leaves 2 dead

Police say the female suspect allegedly used a fruit knife in the attack which left 10 others hurt.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/w3MNbdR

Sunday, 19 May 2024

The Sunday Read: ‘Why Did This Guy Put a Song About Me on Spotify?’


By Brett Martin, Eric Jason Martin, Adrienne Hurst, Aaron Esposito, Tanya Pérez, Krish Seenivasan, John Woo, Sophia Lanman and Devin Murphy from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/HuxgODP

Fujitsu sacked boss at height of Horizon scandal

Global president Rod Vawdrey then returned to Australia and made millions in a "train wreck" float.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/slpDjQZ

Saturday, 18 May 2024

Biden Can Do Something at the Debates That Trump Never Could


By Patti Davis from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2JEbq6z

Unpaid carers being forced to repay £250m to DWP

One claimant unknowingly overpaid Carer's Allowance said the debts she incurred have brought 'considerable financial strain'.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UrgFYvH

First Apprentice wedding 'like an Alan Sugar task'

Akshay Thakrar and Harpreet Kaur put their business skills to use as they plan the week-long party.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/dl58AzP

Friday, 17 May 2024

Departing Liverpool boss Klopp 'would scrap VAR'

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says he would vote to scrap video assistant referees because of how the system currently works.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qwEZSTt

Norwich sack boss Wagner after play-off defeat

Norwich City sack boss David Wagner less than 24 hours after their crushing Championship play-off semi-final defeat by Leeds.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qQSw9lC

Thursday, 16 May 2024

'Glow up' for Bridgerton stars as new season starts

Colin and Penelope's relationship is at the centre of the third season of Netflix's period drama.

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Wednesday, 15 May 2024

Court delays imposed after pressure on prison places

The measures are expected to be in place for about week in some regions in England where there is a lack of cells.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MuBTAYp

Tuesday, 14 May 2024

England recall fit-again Bright for Euro qualifiers

World Cup captain Millie Bright returns to the England squad for the first time since October after recovering from injury.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UxvhSWj

Monday, 13 May 2024

Sunak warning of 'dangerous years' in pre-election speech

The PM is arguing in a speech in London that the UK is facing some of its "most transformational" years.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/izZhfcb

Sunday, 12 May 2024

Can Parrots Converse? Polly Says That’s the Wrong Question.


By Emily Anthes from NYT Science https://ift.tt/EwFBlSP

'Ruthless England make right decision on Anderson'

Telling James Anderson it is time to step aside shows a ruthlessness from Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes that should end suggestions of a cosy England dressing room, writes Stephan Shemilt.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BIOy7k1

Saturday, 11 May 2024

Dannii Minogue on music, Kylie and dating show I Kissed a Girl

Singer and TV host Dannii Minogue on how Kylie convinced her to do The X Factor, her battles with the press and her new show I Kissed a Girl.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/dYb0rXF

Friday, 10 May 2024

UK exits recession with fastest growth in two years

The economy grew by a stronger than expected 0.6% in the first three months of the year.

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Murray to make injury return next week

Andy Murray will begin his comeback from an ankle injury at an ATP Challenger event in Bordeaux next week.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sp2NgfZ

Thursday, 9 May 2024

Meet My A.I. Friends


By Kevin Roose from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/meiXgOu

Horse stranded on rooftop and airport floods in Brazil

Aerials show a horse stranded on a rooftop and a flooded airport in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul.

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Nadhim Zahawi to stand down as Tory MP at election

"My mistakes have been mine", says the ex-chancellor who will stand down as MP at the next election.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/g0StTYL

Wednesday, 8 May 2024

Garrick Club votes to allow female members

The private members' club had come under increasing pressure to allow women to join.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3c5kSL7

Tuesday, 7 May 2024

Rees-Zammit 'picking brain' of Mahomes at Chiefs camp

Louis Rees-Zammit praises the advice of quarterback Patrick Mahomes as he continues his transition to American football with the Kansas City Chiefs.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/V9vniut

Monday, 6 May 2024

'My children cling to me as dogs raid graves near our shelter'

In a tent yards from a cemetery, Rehab Abu Daqqa tries to shield her seven children from Rafah's horrors.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/u3FsMCc

Sunday, 5 May 2024

Watch: Madonna free beach gig attracts 1.6m people

The concert in Brazil marked the end of the singing icon's 'Celebration' world tour.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/JYBbCtM

Saturday, 4 May 2024

A Hamas delegation is expected in Cairo for cease-fire talks.


By Aaron Boxerman from NYT World https://ift.tt/qE9Of1k

Police seize 22 dogs from illegal XL Bully farm

Officers in Sheffield say six of the animals were so unwell they had to be put to sleep.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/KoL3Xra

Friday, 3 May 2024

Klopp says Salah argument 'completely resolved'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says that his argument with Mohamed Salah has been "completely resolved".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/cCm1N6H

Thursday, 2 May 2024

Leicester City announces promotion parade details

The Foxes have invited fans to celebrate their Premier League return with a city centre event.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q3wFTGL

Wednesday, 1 May 2024

The New Abortion Fight Before the Supreme Court


By Sabrina Tavernise, Pam Belluck, Abbie VanSickle, Stella Tan, Alex Stern, Jessica Cheung, M.J. Davis Lin, Dan Powell, Marion Lozano, Elisheba Ittoop and Chris Wood from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/KsdnA4Z

Red Bull confirm design chief Newey's exit

Red Bull confirm their design chief Adrian Newey will leave the team in 2025.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/iVqklzm

FKA Twigs uses AI to create deepfake of herself

The musician tells a US Senate committee her digital clone will interact with fans and journalists.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DvTc0FW