Saturday, 30 April 2022

What to Stream in May


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Ukrainian police have received more than 7,000 missing persons reports since the start of Russia’s invasion.


By BY MARIA VARENIKOVA from NYT World https://ift.tt/GsIJYQR

Katie Kenyon: Body found in search for missing woman

Katie Kenyon, 33, was last seen getting into a Ford Transit van in Burnley more than a week ago.

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Sunflower Oil ‘Vanishes’ as Ukraine War Grinds On


By BY CHRISTINE HAUSER from NYT World https://ift.tt/va16UNy

A Winnipeg Landmark Rich in Symbolism Comes Under Indigenous Control


By BY IAN AUSTEN from NYT World https://ift.tt/omxzCW8

The all-male council trying to get women elected

No women were elected to Western Isles Council in 2017 - now efforts are under way to change that.

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Friday, 29 April 2022

When the Textile Industry Was Forced Out of the Textile Building


By BY JANE MARGOLIES from NYT New York https://ift.tt/PkgvGpM

A Black Man Ran to Gay Enclaves to Feel Safe. But Was He Welcome?


By BY ZACH STAFFORD from NYT Real Estate https://ift.tt/9gHmNdQ

Shanghai lockdown: Residents protest after five weeks of strict zero-Covid measures

Some residents have been under strict lockdown for five weeks, and struggled to access food supplies.

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Solar Industry ‘Frozen’ As Biden Administration Investigates China


By BY DAVID GELLES from NYT Climate https://ift.tt/SNZisDt

Won’t Somebody Please Think of the Fashion Models? (For Real.)


By BY GINIA BELLAFANTE from NYT New York https://ift.tt/spcfHow

House prices up 12% but rises expected to slow, says Nationwide

In all but one month of the past year, annual property price growth has been over 10%, the Nationwide says.

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Thursday, 28 April 2022

'Incredible' Serrano emerges from dim spotlight to seminal fight

BBC Sport profiles seven-weight world champion Amanda Serrano before her fight against Katie Taylor this weekend.

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Russian propaganda station goes briefly off the air in an occupied Ukrainian city.


By BY MARIA VARENIKOVA from NYT World https://ift.tt/mktXdIN

Women's Six Nations: Emily Scarratt captains England for France Grand Slam decider

Emily Scarratt will captain England in the absence of the injured Sarah Hunter and Poppy Cleall will step in at number eight for Saturday's Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider in France.

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Looking for a Wedding Favor? Try the Best-Seller List


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Katie Kenyon: Man in court charged with murder of missing woman

Andrew Burfield is charged with the murder of Katie Kenyon, who has not been seen since 22 April.

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RB Leipzig v Rangers: Can depleted Ibrox side spring another European shock?

Tom English asks can a Rangers side ravaged by injuries to key forwards cause yet another upset against RB Leipzig in the last four of the Europa League?

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Wednesday, 27 April 2022

Katie Price in court over 'restraint order breach'

The ex-model is accused of breaching a restraining order against ex-husband Kieran Hayler's fiancee.

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Musk may be about to sell some Tesla stock. How would that affect markets?


By BY WILLIAM P. DAVIS from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/bZ9YAVy

Rural areas held back by housing and infrastructure woes, report warns

There is a “chronic under-appreciation” of the potential of the countryside, says a new report.

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A Woman’s Haunting Disappearance Sparks Outrage in Mexico Over Gender Violence


By BY OSCAR LOPEZ AND ALEJANDRO CEGARRA from NYT World https://ift.tt/YPIyX54

Tuesday, 26 April 2022

New Details Underscore House G.O.P. Role in Jan. 6 Planning


By BY LUKE BROADWATER AND ALAN FEUER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/zpcXqW1

Harry Billinge: Crowds gather for funeral of D-Day veteran

Crowds of well-wishers pay tribute to Harry Billinge as his funeral cortege passes through St Austell.

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Relax law to ease HRT shortage, pharmacists say

Women are facing unacceptable delays accessing menopause treatments, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society says.

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Six Artists Balance Creativity and Motherhood. Results Vary.


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Talk TV: Piers Morgan attracts mixed reviews after network launch

Some said the network got off to an "impressive start," but others said it was "mind-numbingly boring".

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David Oluwale: Blue bridge plaque stolen hours after unveiling

The plaque commemorated David Oluwale, who drowned in Leeds in 1969 after being chased by police.

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Monday, 25 April 2022

‘Crisis Actors’? Where Have I Heard That Before?


By BY ELIZABETH WILLIAMSON from NYT Times Insider https://ift.tt/I6R5SrV

P&O Ferries hits back at staff pay cut claim

The firm says it has not asked recently-employed agency workers to sign new contracts with reduced wages.

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Putin congratulates Emmanuel Macron on his election victory in France.


By BY IVAN NECHEPURENKO from NYT World https://ift.tt/gBJXzEe

‘They’re still afraid of her’: Le Pen’s third presidential defeat prompts soul-searching.


By BY CONSTANT MÉHEUT from NYT World https://ift.tt/5MuoLdr

Macron scores a decisive win, but domestic concerns loom.


By BY AURELIEN BREEDEN from NYT World https://ift.tt/PKjzql1

Anxiety and Anger Grows Among Children Affected by Shootings


By BY JAMES BARRON from NYT New York https://ift.tt/XxzJVQL

How Zelensky Ended Political Discord and Put Ukraine on a War Footing


By BY ANDREW E. KRAMER from NYT World https://ift.tt/KbRM7qf

Asda and Morrisons cut prices as supermarkets fight for customers

Morrisons and Asda launch new promotions as households face pressure from the rising cost of living.

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Sunday, 24 April 2022

‘No Regrets’ Is a Terrible Mantra for Life


By BY LINDSAY CROUSE from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/d8A2Xqs

Dorset heath fire: 'Largest blaze in years' under control

The blaze at Canford Heath in Poole is the largest the area has seen in years, firefighters say.

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Ancoats stabbing: Man charged with murder of Neri Morse

A 23-year-old man is charged after Neri Morse, 24, died following an attack on Wednesday.

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The French presidential voting system is simple, but also complex.


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Eric Chappell: Grantham-born Rising Damp writer dies aged 88

Mr Chappell was the writer behind several hit TV sitcoms in the 1970s and 1980s.

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Nigeria oil blast: Dozens die after explosion at illegal refinery

Bodies were burnt beyond recognition after the explosion at a hazardous site in Imo state.

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Saturday, 23 April 2022

Armed with new powerful weapons, Ukraine is limiting Russian advances, military analysts say.


By BY MARC SANTORA from NYT World https://ift.tt/QMSJkbI

Partygate: PM has not received any further fines - No 10

It follows reports that officials were fined for a garden party Boris Johnson attended in 2020.

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Melissa Clark’s Saturday Recipe


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Ice cream firm drops 'Little England beyond Wales' tag line

A Pembrokeshire company says it will stop printing "Little England beyond Wales" on its tubs.

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Where is Transnistria, and why is it relevant to the war in Ukraine?


By BY VICTORIA KIM from NYT World https://ift.tt/r3vNhdF

Canada’s Stanley Cup Hopes Rest on Leafs, Flames, Oilers


By BY SHAWNA RICHER from NYT World https://ift.tt/daDKHp7

Friday, 22 April 2022

UK embassy in Ukraine to reopen next week, says PM

Boris Johnson announces the embassy in Ukraine is set to open its doors again after Russia's invasion.

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Stowaway cat rescued from North Sea platform

The one-eyed cat gets a helicopter ride back to Aberdeen after being found in a shipping container.

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A New Day Dawns for Marijuana in New Jersey


By BY JAMES BARRON from NYT New York https://ift.tt/sRmh0Jb

Redefining Inclusion for Disabilities That Can Be Harder to See


By BY JOANNE CLEAVER from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/qut6z79

Boris Johnson faces criticism as minister defends leadership

Conor Burns says PM wants to "rebuild trust" but a senior Tory MP says a no confidence vote is very likely.

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Covid: Record 16-month infection detected and PM to face MPs' probe

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.

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Thursday, 21 April 2022

With sunken warship, Russian disinformation faces a test.


By BY NEIL MACFARQUHAR AND ALINA LOBZINA from NYT World https://ift.tt/foGKjYm

Liege-Bastogne-Liege: Cycling's oldest spring classic celebrates 130 years of torture

Liege-Bastogne-Liege rarely fails to test riders. In its 130th year, a legend of the race looks back on his most remarkable win.

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KGF 2, RRR, Pushpa: The southern Indian films winning on Bollywood's turf

The recent theatrical success of movies like KGF 2 and RRR has revived a debate on the "pan-Indian" film.

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With sunken warship, Russian disinformation faces a test.


By BY NEIL MACFARQUHAR AND ALINA LOBZINA from NYT World https://ift.tt/kgO7ZHi

A$AP Rocky arrested in connection with shooting

The rapper was taken into custody at Los Angeles airport as he returned from a holiday with Rihanna.

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Kidderminster disabled strongman saved from life of drugs and alcohol

Disabled strongman Chris Wolf, from Kidderminster, says the sport has saved his life.

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Wednesday, 20 April 2022

Tom Parker: Fans pay respects at The Wanted singer's funeral

Hundreds gather outside the funeral of The Wanted singer, who died last month at the age of 33.

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Betsi Cadwaladr: Carer arrested over patient WhatsApp video claims

North Wales Police arrested a member of staff from Wrexham Maelor Hospital following allegations.

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Ezra Miller: US actor arrested over assault in Hawaii

The actor reportedly threw a chair at a woman, leaving her with a cut to her head, on Tuesday.

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In the fog of dementia, one grandmother learns again and again that her country is at war.


By BY VICTORIA KIM from NYT World https://ift.tt/9Pwtfeb

6 Rohingya Refugees Are Killed Fleeing Detention Center in Malaysia


By BY SUI-LEE WEE from NYT World https://ift.tt/NbqdnoV

Grenfell Tower: Man admits posting grossly offensive model video

The clip of a model Grenfell Tower burning on a bonfire was made at a party a year after the disaster.

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Tuesday, 19 April 2022

China’s Covid shutdowns go far beyond Shanghai.


By BY CHRIS BUCKLEY from NYT World https://ift.tt/sqGX082

Kabul blasts kill six and wound 11 at boys' school

Two blasts outside a high school in the Afghan capital killed at least six people and wounded 11.

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¿Cuánto dura la menopausia?


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Horse Guards Parade: Man charged after police threatened

Prashanth Kandaiah is accused of knife possession and trying to cause grievous bodily harm.

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A Violent Death That Ended a Love Story


By BY JAMES BARRON from NYT New York https://ift.tt/1htBGns

Monday, 18 April 2022

The ‘Messy Middle’


By BY IAN PRASAD PHILBRICK from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/D7abFeL

Sewage: Ban water firm bonuses until discharges end, Lib Dems say

Bosses paid £27m extra since 2020 despite 1,000 sewage spills a day, according to the party's research.

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Biden’s Student Loan Dilemma


By BY MICHAEL BARBARO, ASTHAA CHATURVEDI, RIKKI NOVETSKY, KAITLIN ROBERTS, MOOJ ZADIE, MARC GEORGES, DAN POWELL, MARION LOZANO AND CHRIS WOOD from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/7tpKI2U

Rushing Against War, and Time, Ukraine Makes It to the Biennale


By BY ELISABETTA POVOLEDO AND ROBIN POGREBIN from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/q3syY1j

Snowdonia authority tells hikers to visit toilet before climbing

Some walkers 'caught short' are pooing on Wales' highest mountain.

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Russian artillery strike kills at least 1 in residential area of Kharkiv.


By BY THOMAS GIBBONS-NEFF AND NATALIA YERMAK from NYT World https://ift.tt/c854Zlx

Sunday, 17 April 2022

‘You Don’t Necessarily Hit Your Limit at Any Given Age’


By BY SCOTT CACCIOLA from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/qTZyRQz

North Korea tests new weapon 'to improve tactical nukes'

Kim Jong-un clapped as he watched the launch - a new indication of his intention to resume nuclear tests.

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Coventry fire: Two children among seven rescued from blaze

Five adults and two children are rescued from the "severe" blaze in a 15th-floor flat.

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The Sunday Read: ‘The War for the Rainforest’


By BY WILLIAM LANGEWIESCHE, JACK D’ISIDORO, AARON ESPOSITO, JOHN WOO, DAN POWELL AND BRIAN ST. PIERRE from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/t4BpGgT

My Mother Fled From Russian Attack. Then She Did It Again.


By BY ANNA MYRONIUK from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/fG2dvbk

Ukraine war: Trucks stuck at Poland-Belarus border as EU sanctions deadline passes

An 80km queue formed on the Polish border ahead of a deadline for Russian trucks to leave the EU.

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Saturday, 16 April 2022

Nathan Fleetwood: Body found in river in missing man search

Police looking for Nathan Fleetwood who was missing for 19 days find a body in a river.

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In Quebec, the Clash Over Caribou Heats Up


By BY VJOSA ISAI from NYT World https://ift.tt/CbV1o76

Ukraine war: Russia bans Boris Johnson from country over Ukraine war

Boris Johnson and other senior ministers are barred over the UK's "hostile" stance on the war in Ukraine.

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Patel personally approved Rwanda plan despite concerns

A civil servants union says plans to send some asylum seekers from the UK to Rwanda are "inhumane".

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Putin’s Ukraine Gamble Pivots to a Very Different Battlefield


By BY ANDREW E. KRAMER, ERIC SCHMITT, THOMAS GIBBONS-NEFF AND MICHAEL SCHWIRTZ from NYT World https://ift.tt/zxDicNw

Bleed kits in memory of stabbed Essex teenager Liam Taylor

Liam Taylor, 19, was stabbed to death and his grandmother is on a mission to fund life-saving bleed kits.

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Thursday, 14 April 2022

Blackpool Zoo's 'irreplaceable' giant tortoise dies aged 105

Darwin the Aldabra tortoise had been a popular attraction at Blackpool Zoo since its opening in 1972.

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U.K. Plans to Send Asylum Seekers to Rwanda for Processing


By BY STEPHEN CASTLE AND ABDI LATIF DAHIR from NYT World https://ift.tt/YPd2Nwv

PM vows to set record straight over claims he misled MPs over parties

Boris Johnson vows to "set the record straight" over claims he lied to Parliament over Partygate.

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Gopuff Does Deliveries in 30 Minutes or Less. It’s Also Buying Time for Itself.


By BY ERIN WOO from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/XDNTjxF

A New Legal Tactic to Protect Workers’ Pay


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Bridget Finn Takes the Helm of Miami’s Big-League Art Fair

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