When Stephen Sondheim Transformed Theater, and Theatergoers, Forever

By Emma Brockes from NYT Books https://ift.tt/EB3alKd

The Trump Trials... Cases Closed?

Is Donald now above the law?

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Chris Mason: Politicians wrestle with an issue of conscience

If the bill passes, it will become one of the biggest talking points at Westminster of 2025.

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In Finland, Jewelry Tells the Stories of Immigrant Women

By Penelope Colston from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/97hBwW4

‘The Seed of the Sacred Fig’ Review: When the World Is a Prison

By Alissa Wilkinson from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/nEMcjst

Tartan and hysteria: Musical tells story of Scotland's biggest boyband

Shang-a-lang - Hits of the Bay City Rollers get the Mamma Mia treatment in a new theatre show.

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World's oldest man dies aged 112

John Tinniswood died at his Southport care home "surrounded by music and love", his family said.

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Residents 'frustrated' by repeated flooding

Parts of Coalisland and Dundonald damaged by Storm Bert on Saturday have been flooded before.

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Dozens killed in Pakistan sectarian violence

More than 80 die in a tribal area of Pakistan riven by tensions between Shia and Sunni communities.

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Irish justice minister praises 'bravery' of woman in Conor McGregor rape case

Justice Minister Helen McEntee said Nikita Hand had shown "there is light at the end of the tunnel".

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The Surprising Impact of North Carolina’s New Voter ID Law

By Michael Wines from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/fkG40nD

Pigeon-infested house up for auction at £12k

The property's condition is so poor the auctioneer said it could not offer viewings.

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How a Tale of Sean Combs Sex Tapes Landed One Man in Court

By Julia Jacobs and Joe Coscarelli from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/N8MWnku

'Brilliant stuff!' - Bumrah removes Khawaja & Smith with back-to-back balls

India captain Jasprit Bumrah strikes twice in two balls removing Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith to reduce Australia to 3-19 in during the first Test between Australia and India in Perth.

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North Korea Sent Troops to Russia. Russia Is Sending It Bears.

By Jin Yu Young from NYT World https://ift.tt/5vIWMtS

US charges Indian billionaire Adani over alleged $250m bribery scheme

The Adani Group has denied the allegations of bribery and fraud, calling them "baseless".

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Double Olympic champion Brownlee retires aged 36

Two-time Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee announces his retirement from the sport at the age of 36.

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'Ambulance delays made me a widow at 28'

Aaron Morris, 31, died following a crash in County Durham in 2022, but could have been saved.

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Federer pays tribute to Nadal for 'epic career'

Roger Federer says Rafael Nadal "made the whole tennis world proud" during his "epic career" before the Spaniard's retirement.

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Bentancur banned for seven games over racial slur

Tottenham's Rodrigo Bentancur is banned for seven games and fined £100,000 for using a racial slur about team-mate Son Heung-min.

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Biden allows Ukraine to strike Russia with American long-range missiles

But why now? And what could this mean?

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Why Trump’s Space for Deal-Making in the Middle East Has Shrunk

By Mark Mazzetti from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/OdKhmir

Trump, Musk and new cabinet nominees celebrate at UFC

The President-elect was joined by Robert F Kennedy Jr, Tulsi Gabbard and Vivek Ramaswamy.

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X users jump to Bluesky - but what is it and who owns it?

Bluesky is picking up one million new users every day at its current rate.

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Shock as man told 'there's a cow in your pool'

Ian Blackburn said he is over the moon after the bovine was returned safe and well.

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Greek police criticised for treatment of England fans

Local police in Athens are said to have used riot shields and tear gas to control England fans before the Nations League fixture with Greece.

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French weapons used in Sudan war despite UN arms embargo - Amnesty

French authorities have not commented while the UAE has previously denied arming the RSF.

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'We scrum to dominate' - behind the eight-man Boks machine

What is the secret behind South Africa’s eight-man machine – arguably the most formidable and feared scrum in rugby?

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Man charged with murder after stabbings at market

One man was killed and two others were injured in a stabbing in Walworth on Sunday morning.

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'Traitors' poster put up at Michelle O'Neill's office

O'Neill was the first senior Sinn Féin figure to take part in an official Remembrance Sunday ceremony.

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Two dead after electric bike catches fire in house, firefighters say

A pedal bike was converted into an electric bike and stored in the hallway, the fire service said.

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Why luxury cheese is being targeted by organised crime gangs

How cheese has become so valuable that it's being stolen to order

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Lo que las hormigas y las orcas pueden enseñarnos sobre la muerte

By Emily Anthes from NYT En español https://ift.tt/0BsdQvr

Melania Trump, enigmatic first lady who might do it differently this time

Described by some as an "enigma", Mrs Trump is expected to return to her White House duties "on her own terms".

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Candyman actor Tony Todd dies aged 69

His Candyman co-star has called him an "angel" and a "truly poetic man".

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A disabled South Park character from 24 years ago is getting me harassed today

I have felt the shadow of Timmy since childhood - but never imagined the name would be hurled at me by strangers in my 30s.

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Baby milk discount ban should be lifted, watchdog says

Many parents opt for more expensive baby milk, equating higher costs with better quality, the watchdog found.

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The Entertainer axes new shops after Budget tax rise

The toy retailer says higher costs have hit expansion and led to a hiring freeze at its head office.

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Kamala Harris Took Women for Granted

By Pamela Paul from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/l6FVA1j

TV Networks Prepared for a Long Wait That Wasn’t

By Michael M. Grynbaum and John Koblin from NYT Business https://ift.tt/Y6kwMsv

How Kuhn is 'showing Celtic what he's got'

Nicolas Kuhn is described as the outstanding player in Scottish football this season after his two-goal display in Celtic's 3-1 Champions League win over RB Leipzig.

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Could This Presidential Election Be Decided by the Supreme Court?

By Kate Christobek from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Cs7ZDBj

Primark owner profits jump despite summer washout

It said clothes sales in the UK and Ireland grew despite dampened demand for beach and swimwear.

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Drake's beef with former Toronto Raptors All-Star explained

The rapper and Toronto Raptors fan has taken aim at one of his team's former All-Stars. But why?

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¿Cómo funciona el Colegio Electoral?

By Adeel Hassan from NYT En español https://ift.tt/no8XM2u

British couple missing in Spain floods found dead

Terry and Don Turner from Staffordshire have been missing since Tuesday in Valencia.

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Toplines: October 2024 Times/Siena Poll of Registered Voters in Nevada

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Cross-Tabs: October 2024 Times/Siena Poll of the Likely Electorate in Nevada

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Strictly's Tasha Ghouri in tears over online hate

Ghouri, who was born deaf, said she received an onslaught of hate after appearing on Love Island in 2022.

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A Tight Senate Battle Comes Down to a Few Key Races

By Carl Hulse from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/XHJGOC8

Scottish comedian Janey Godley dies in hospice aged 63

She was "surrounded by her loved ones" in hospital, her management has confirmed.

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Election Uncertainty Looms Over Hiring

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'Rangers rudderless as big picture plan threatens to unravel'

A poor start to the season heaps pressure on manager Phillipe Clement, leaving the rebuild at Rangers looking rather rocky, writes Tom English.

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