Saturday, 31 August 2024

Friday, 30 August 2024

Harris and Trump Have Housing Plans. Economists Have Doubts.


By Jeanna Smialek and Linda Qiu from NYT Business https://ift.tt/seldEuL

Molly-Mae Hague speaks out on her 'very sad' split

The influencer says it "doesn't feel right" to talk publicly about why she split with Tommy Fury.

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Thursday, 29 August 2024

Hiker rescued after workmates left him on mountain, says search crew

He survived stormy weather and multiple falls after reaching a Colorado mountain summit on his own.

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¿Sabes qué es el ‘susto de septiembre’?


By Elizabeth Angell from NYT En español https://ift.tt/ecvd1ru

Starmer concerned about 'challenge' of far right

The PM says delivering on the government's promises is the best way to deal with "the snake oil of populism".

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HK journalists found guilty in landmark sedition case

This is the first sedition case against journalists in Hong Kong since the territory's handover in 1997.

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Wednesday, 28 August 2024

The Connections Companion No. 445


By New York Times Games from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/15RqFQz

Iran has smuggled arms to the West Bank to foment unrest, officials say.


By Farnaz Fassihi, Ronen Bergman and Eric Schmitt from NYT World https://ift.tt/dDewVmz

Man charged with attempted murder after mother stabbed at Carnival

The Met Police says the woman, who was with her child, remains in a critical condition in hospital.

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Tuesday, 27 August 2024

Israel launches a deadly airstrike in the West Bank, and other news.


By Unknown Author from NYT World https://ift.tt/3Vfebis

England name Smith and Heath in T20 World Cup squad

England name spinner Linsey Smith and wicketkeeper-batter Bess Heath in their squad for the T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.

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Monday, 26 August 2024

Sunday, 25 August 2024

Friday, 23 August 2024

Two dogs suspected of killing man found

West Midlands Police had launched an urgent hunt for the animals.

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Rapper A$AP Rocky blames leaks for album delay

Don't Be Dumb was expected to be released at the end of August, but the date has been pushed back.

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Thursday, 22 August 2024

Dad hacks database to fake death and avoid child support pay

The man, from Kentucky, has been jailed for what a judge in the US called his "cynical" actions.

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Drop in people coming to UK to work in NHS and social care

The decline comes after the former Conservative government introduced restrictions on foreign workers and their families in an effort to slash overall immigration.

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Biden tells Netanyahu Gaza ceasefire deal is urgent

The US president stresses to Israel's PM the importance of removing “any remaining obstacles”.

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Idris Elba: I know what heartbreak feels like

New play Shifters tells the story of two young black people who meet again after years apart.

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Wednesday, 21 August 2024

Who Is Kamala Harris?

Who is Kamala Harris and how did she rise to the top of the US Democratic Party?

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Tuesday, 20 August 2024

5 Breakouts From Classical Music’s Most Prestigious Festival


By Joshua Barone from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/jpaCcKE

Singer Chappell Roan calls out fans' 'creepy behaviour'

The Good Luck, Babe! singer shares two TikToks saying what she's experienced isn't "normal".

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Biden’s long goodbye and Hillary takes jabs at Trump

The president gives his farewell speech to Democrats and Hillary fires shots at Trump

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Monday, 19 August 2024

Teenager jailed for killing three friends in crash

Jake Loy admitted causing the deaths of Finlay Johns, Ian Cannon and Tyler Johnston near Dumfries.

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Mpox: How dangerous is it?

It has been declared a global health emergency twice in two years

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Sunday, 18 August 2024

Russians tell BBC they are worried and angry at Ukraine invasion

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg in Aleksin meets Russians wondering how Ukraine's incursion could have happened.

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Ferris wheel fire in Germany injures several people

Video shows two carriages alight on the wheel in Leipzig, with smoke billowing into the air.

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Hotel evacuated after flooding near London's King's Cross

About 20 people have been evacuated from the hotel and specialist teams are on the scene.

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The six minute train journey that became a long legal nightmare

Sarah Cook was threatened with a £500 fine and prison for an unpaid ticket but she became a test case that could help thousands.

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Saturday, 17 August 2024

Friday, 16 August 2024

UK hopes military satellite can boost space power

British forces are about to get their first dedicated surveillance and reconnaissance satellite.

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Thai heiress brings back divisive dynasty - but for how long?

Ms Paetongtarn brings a fresh face, and yet another member of the powerful Shinawatra clan to the top job.

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Army chaplain reportedly attacked at barracks

Irish police are investigating "a very serious incident" at Renmore Barracks in Galway.

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Thursday, 15 August 2024

Love Island's Davide says goods worth £930,000 stolen in LA burglary

The Love Island star claimed he had nearly £930,000 worth of possessions stolen from his Los Angeles home.

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US-Russian woman jailed for 12 years in Russia for treason

Ksenia Karelina was found guilty of treason for donating $51 (£39) to a charity supporting Ukraine.

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Cyanide in canal 'could be removed in a week'

Sodium cyanide is one of three substances released into the canal in the incident in Walsall.

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What is mpox and how is it spread?

Mpox, which used to be called monkeypox, is declared a global public health emergency.

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Wednesday, 14 August 2024

Ten in hospital after suspected overdose at Irish prison

The prisoners were brought to the Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise on Tuesday afternoon.

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Tuesday, 13 August 2024

A Sports Agent Went Viral. He Isn’t Ready to Fade Away.


By Eve Peyser from NYT Style https://ift.tt/TE9Wkql

Sprinter set to be first transgender Paralympian

Valentina Petrillo is set to become the first openly transgender athlete to compete at the Paralympic Games, having been selected to represent Italy in Para-athletics in Paris.

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Monday, 12 August 2024

Landslide at Uganda rubbish dump kills 21

Rescuers are continuing to dig through the waste in the hope of finding more survivors.

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Musk's Trump interview caps months of warming relations

The two businessmen have sparred in the past - but in this election seem firmly on the same side.

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Sunday, 11 August 2024

Sidestepping Deployed Kenyan Forces, Haiti Gangs Continue Reign of Terror


By David C. Adams and Andre Paultre from NYT World https://ift.tt/8eWMEiJ

Atop ABC, a Personal Connection to Kamala Harris


By Michael M. Grynbaum and Brooks Barnes from NYT Business https://ift.tt/Yumj4Cv

Iconic Irani cafes serving creamy chai and fresh samosas face extinction in Indian city

The southern city of Hyderabad was once a centre for iconic Irani cafes - now many of them are closing down.

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Saturday, 10 August 2024

Funeral held for British teenager Jay Slater

More than 200 people attended a service in Lancashire with many watching on a large screen outside the venue.

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The Man Who Tried to Solve Immigration for the G.O.P.


By Lulu Garcia-Navarro from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/k0oC2F4

Friday, 9 August 2024

You’ve Lost Weight Taking New Obesity Drugs. What Happens if You Stop?


By Gina Kolata from NYT Health https://ift.tt/vSa4z9X

Big fall in migrant visa applications after changes brought in last year

The number of overseas workers, students and their families applying to come to the UK falls by a third.

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Russia struggles to repel deep incursion by Ukraine

A surprise Ukrainian offensive in Russia's western Kursk region is now in its fourth day.

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Thursday, 8 August 2024

The E.U. condemns comments by a far-right Israeli minister, and other news.


By Unknown Author from NYT World https://ift.tt/Cmvhg95

Police hunt ex-Catalan separatist leader after shock return from exile

Officials say Mr Puigdemont is on the run and have ordered police to set up roadblocks around the city.

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Wednesday, 7 August 2024

Tuesday, 6 August 2024

Russia-West prisoner swap: An emotional and diplomatic spectacle

The high stakes talks which freed some of Putin's harshest critics

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

Monday, 5 August 2024

Racism and sexism in the Army - Kerry-Ann's story

The former "face of the British Army" subjected to racist and sexist harassment.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/r2IzUfP

Former England batter Thorpe dies aged 55

Former England and Surrey batter Graham Thorpe dies aged 55, says the England and Wales Cricket Board.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6ekKgt5

Sunday, 4 August 2024

¿Qué sostiene a Maduro en el poder?


By Jack Nicas from NYT En español https://ift.tt/OGx384h

North Korea performs diplomatic gymnastics in Olympic comeback

They cheered Simone Biles and took selfies with their Southern "foes" - is this an-officially sanctioned charm offensive?

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

Saturday, 3 August 2024

Boxing controversy - what we know and what we don't

The IOC's decision to allow the entry of two athletes, that are said to have failed gender eligibility tests, has proved controversial.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/z2htLGq

Friday, 2 August 2024


By Unknown Author from NYT World https://ift.tt/uxqoS07

Watch: How the prisoner swap unfolded

Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva where among the Americans freed in the prisoner swap.

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Thursday, 1 August 2024

Brother misses out on school bus pass by 24 metres

Alex, 11, and Oscar, 13, go to the same school - but only one qualifies for funded transport.

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