Monday, 31 July 2023

Sunday, 30 July 2023

The Sunday Read: ‘The America That Americans Forget’


By Sarah A. Topol, Adrienne Hurst, Aaron Esposito, John Woo, Dan Farrell and Steven Szczesniak from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/fZLUMn2

For One Weekend, We Remembered the Magic of Movie Theaters


By Mark Jacobson from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/xoTLRq1

Canada wildfire: Firefighter dies tackling British Columbia blaze

An evacuation order is in place for towns near the US border as fires there swirl out of control.

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Watch: Farmer plants massive sunflower field in surprise gift for wife

Farmer Lee Wilson says he secretly planted 80 acres of the flowers as a 50th anniversary gift.

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Saturday, 29 July 2023

For one night, a rugby match overshadows the World Cup in the host nations.


By Tariq Panja from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/MqCgXGp

Transplant Games: 'Without organ donations I wouldn't be here'

More than 1,000 athletes who've received a donated organ compete at the Transplant Games this weekend.

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Justin Trudeau Hits Reset Button With Major Cabinet Shuffle


By Vjosa Isai from NYT World https://ift.tt/hH8Coks

Tiger population growing in Himalayan kingdom Bhutan

The news comes as the world continues to grapple with the loss of species linked to climate change.

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Friday, 28 July 2023

Big Hair and Big Thoughts at a Paris Museum


By Rosa Lyster from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3seoDIj

Grandma refused bus ride suffered horror injuries

Joan Scott, 83, had her legs amputated after she was trapped under a bus when the driver drove off.

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Thursday, 27 July 2023

Isles of Scilly Iron Age warrior was probably a woman

The findings "provide evidence of a leading role for a woman in warfare on Iron Age Scilly".

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Episode 4: The Clinic


By Susan Burton, Laura Starecheski, Julie Snyder and Carla Pallone from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/2u9cANa

Barbie: Dancer's three months as a Ken doll in smash-hit film

Gustave Die had to shave his body hair daily and be covered in paint for the hit movie.

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Wednesday, 26 July 2023

Today’s Top News: A Blow to Biden’s Border Strategy, and More


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Goathland pub made famous by Heartbeat TV show up for sale

The Goathland Hotel in North Yorkshire served as the Aidensfield Arms in TV show Heartbeat.

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Tuesday, 25 July 2023

Record number of homeless families in England

One family tells BBC News of their struggle to cope with two tiny children in a hotel room.

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Julian Sands: Room with a View actor's final cause of death is undetermined

The British actor's body was recovered in June, months after he'd gone missing in the mountains.

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Today’s Top News: Israel’s Government Moves to Weaken Judges, and More


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Russia’s attacks threaten even alternative routes for Ukrainian grain.


By Jenny Gross and Patricia Cohen from NYT World https://ift.tt/ubDxvoz

Police Scotland postpones clean-shaven policy for officers

The plans would have required many frontline officers and staff to remove beards and moustaches.

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Monday, 24 July 2023

Greece fires: What are holidaymakers' rights?

Some airlines are continuing to fly to the islands but can you cancel your flight and get a refund?

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Ukraine at NATO and a Russia-Africa summit: What to watch for this week.


By Gabriela Sá Pessoa and Matthew Mpoke Bigg from NYT World https://ift.tt/s2Fw6A7

The Ashes: Australian media reaction to retaining urn against England

Australian media outlets offer a mixed reaction to their side retaining the Ashes courtesy of the rain-affected draw at Old Trafford

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Saturday, 22 July 2023

Thursday, 20 July 2023

Today’s Top News: Russia Targets Ukraine’s Ports, and More


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New Zealand 1-0 Norway: Football Ferns claim historic first Women's World Cup win

Co-hosts New Zealand open the 2023 Fifa Women's World Cup in stunning style against Norway as they win on the global stage for the first time.

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Wednesday, 19 July 2023

‘Training My Replacement’: Inside a Call Center Worker’s Battle With A.I.


By Emma Goldberg from NYT Business https://ift.tt/60dOJIt

Women's World Cup: Tracie McGovern has 'no regrets' over nude calendar

Former Australia player Tracie McGovern says she has no regrets over the controversial nude calendar the team made in 1999.

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Tuesday, 18 July 2023

Troubles legacy bill: Families plea with MPs ahead of Commons vote

Louie Johnston, whose father was murdered in 1997, appeals to MPs ahead of a key vote in the Commons.

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Here’s what to know about the heat around the world.


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Jack Grealish donates £5k to 20-year-old's leukaemia fight

Dylan Lamb is told he has perhaps months to live so family are raising funds for treatment in the US.

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Monday, 17 July 2023

The Gilgo Beach Serial-Killing Case: What We Know


By Maria Cramer from NYT New York https://ift.tt/GAZxRC7

South Korea floods: Tunnel horror brings home climate fears

The country is less used to dealing with the severe effects of a warming planet.

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Today’s Top News: A New Voting Map in Alabama, and More


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Australia baffled as unidentified mystery object washes up on beach

The item is under police guard as state and federal authorities work to identify its origin.

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Sunday, 16 July 2023

Thursday, 13 July 2023

In pictures: Cerberus heatwave hits parts of Europe

People in countries including Italy and Spain are struggling to cope with soaring temperatures.

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Anchor Brewing, the Oldest Craft Brewer in the U.S., Will Close After 127 Years


By Livia Albeck-Ripka from NYT Food https://ift.tt/kKVCQLy

Virgin Media investigated by Ofcom over contract cancelling issues

Ofcom says it will open an investigation after customers said it was too difficult to cancel services.

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Wednesday, 12 July 2023

Tuesday, 11 July 2023

Tom Holland says he felt 'enslaved' to alcohol

The film star says he is "healthier and fitter" since deciding to quit drinking at the start of 2023.

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Mabli Hall: Baby who died after being hit by car was in pram

Eight-month-old Mabli Hall died from a brain injury after a car hit her pram, an inquest hears.

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Gotta Save the Castle? Start a Podcast.


By Elizabeth Paton from NYT Style https://ift.tt/z9uXfV8

Sats results 2023: Reading standards fall in Year 6 tests

Some parents and teachers said this summer's reading paper was so tough it left children in tears.

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Head teacher defends locking school toilets during lesson time

She says having pupils going to the toilet during a lesson is "massively disruptive".

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Monday, 10 July 2023

See Pictures of the Flooding in New York


By Claire Moses from NYT New York https://ift.tt/d3KVQ6I

Threads app signs up 100m users in less than a week

Meta's rival to Twitter has surpassed a record set by Open AI's ChatGPT app since its launch.

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Sunday, 9 July 2023

James Norton on performing on stage with diabetes

The Happy Valley actor speaks about how he manages his condition when performing in his new play.

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Lightning pictures: Thunderstorms light up the skies across England

Lightning strikes pictured across the country as thunderstorms brought flash flooding.

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Quotation of the Day: Hoping for a Silver Lining After a Tornado in the Delta


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US-China talks a 'step forward' in relations says Janet Yellen

But the US Treasury Secretary says the countries still have "significant disagreements" at the end of her trip.

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Saturday, 8 July 2023

Friday, 7 July 2023

A High-Profile Australia-English Cricket Series


By Natasha Frost from NYT World https://ift.tt/ZbTmC6a

The Complicated Future of Student Loans


By Natalie Kitroeff, Clare Toeniskoetter, Will Reid, Mary Wilson, Devon Taylor, Marc Georges, Lisa Chow, Marion Lozano, Rowan Niemisto and Chris Wood from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/0fz4tGr

Todays Top News: The End of the Great Resignation and More


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Fed Watchers to Parse June Jobs Report Closely


By Jeanna Smialek from NYT Business https://ift.tt/lT8ki6P

Bruce Springsteen settles an old score in Hyde Park

The star returns to the London venue for the first time since organisers cut off his set in 2012.

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Buckingham Palace: Man arrested after handcuffing himself to gates

The man was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon at about 01:00 BST.

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Thursday, 6 July 2023

Wednesday, 5 July 2023

Adele speaks out against audiences throwing objects on stage

The singer says crowds have forgotten "show etiquette" after incidents at Lil Nas X and Bebe Rexha gigs.

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The Ashes 2023: England pick Mark Wood Chris Woakes and Moeen Ali for third Test

England name Mark Wood, Chris Woakes and Moeen Ali in the team for the third Ashes Test.

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Mason Mount: Erik ten Hag's Man Utd plans were key in 55m transfer from Chelsea

Mason Mount says Erik ten Hag's Manchester United blueprint convinced him to leave boyhood club Chelsea in a £55m deal.

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By The Associated Press and David Moll from NYT World https://ift.tt/m3HbCNw

Jake Wightman: British athlete will not defend world 1500m title in Budapest

Britain's Jake Wightman will not defend his 1500m title at the World Championships in Budapest in August after an injury-disrupted season.

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Tuesday, 4 July 2023

Prominent Russian Journalist Injured in Attack in Chechnya


By Victoria Kim from NYT World https://ift.tt/IJvamxC

Women's World Cup 2023: Can football shine in Australia and New Zealand?

With the Women's World Cup set to get under way in less than three weeks' time, hosts Australia and New Zealand's relationship with football remains complicated.

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Monday, 3 July 2023

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

By Brett Sokol from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/EGYITWf