Saturday, 30 September 2023

Friday, 29 September 2023

Blast Kills at Least 52 at a Religious Gathering in Pakistan


By Christina Goldbaum and Zia ur-Rehman from NYT World https://ift.tt/KFsW5MC

Sir Michael Gambon: A career in pictures

A look back at the work of the award-winning star of stage and screen

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Thursday, 28 September 2023

Blue star Lee Ryan given suspended jail term for BA cabin crew abuse

The Blue boyband member racially abused a cabin crew member while drunk on a BA flight to London.

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The Presidential Politics of the Autoworkers’ Strike


By Michael Barbaro, Rikki Novetsky, Olivia Natt, Eric Krupke, Rob Szypko, Luke Vander Ploeg, John Ketchum, Paige Cowett, Chris Wood, Marion Lozano, Rowan Niemisto and Diane Wong from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/OY1oNWy

Today’s Top News: Key Takeaways From the G.O.P. Debate, and More


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North Korea May Have Seen Little Benefit in Keeping U.S. Soldier


By Choe Sang-Hun from NYT World https://ift.tt/wDzjfG9

Russia launched a large drone attack overnight, Ukrainian officials say.


By Constant Méheut from NYT World https://ift.tt/TbIdNej

Was Trump’s Real Estate Hype Fraud or Just Business as Usual?


By Peter Coy from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/dFUCEPt

Average five-year mortgage drops below 6%

The typical rate for a five-year mortgage has fallen to 5.99% after interest rates were held.

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Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Travis King: North Korea to deport US soldier who crossed border

Travis King ran across the border from South Korea during a tour of the area in July

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H&M admits it needs to improve sizing consistency

The retailer admits sizing needs to be more consistent after its new returns fee sparks a backlash.

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A Stunningly Sudden End to a Long, Bloody Conflict in the Caucasus


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Today’s Top News: Biden Joins Autoworkers on Picket Line, and More


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How Much Do You Know About Albania?


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HS2 firm 'cautious' about taking future UK projects

Speculation the rail line could be scrapped raises doubts about future projects, says construction firms.

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Storm Agnes: The team watching the skies for developing storms

Spotted out in the Atlantic Ocean, the first named storm of the season is set to bring 80mph winds.

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Monday, 25 September 2023

Dozens of vintage cars on show at Weston-super-Mare vintage car rally

Classic car enthusiasts flock to airfield for annual wheels event.

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Heavy Metal, on Pointe, in ‘Black Sabbath: The Ballet’


By Alex Marshall from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3z2XxP4

Maddy Cusack: Police not treating Sheffield United midfielder's death as suspicious

The death of Sheffield United player Maddy Cusack is not being treated as suspicious, police have said.

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Lib Dems drop pledge to raise income tax by 1p

Sir Ed Davey sets out plans to woo voters in Conservative held seats ahead of a general election.

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Lego axes plan to make bricks from recycled bottles

The toy giant finds that the new crude oil-free material did not cut carbon emissions.

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Sunday, 24 September 2023

The Sunday Read: ‘The Kidnapped Child Who Became a Poet’


By Wyatt Mason, Jack D’Isidoro, Dan Powell, John Woo, Daniel Ramirez and Devin Murphy from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/VgO2zSu

Wasdale mountain rescuer Penny Kirby celebrates 40 years' service

Penny Kirby and her dogs have found missing hikers and searched for terrorist victims.

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Saturday, 23 September 2023

Farewell Forever to Netflix DVDs


By Melissa Kirsch from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/TEXs4yh

American bully XL: Owner sought after man attacked in south London park

Police said the victim, in his 40s, was rushed to hospital after being bitten in Pasley Park.

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Rishi Sunak scraps home energy efficiency taskforce

The group set up to drive home insulation and boiler upgrades is a casualty of the PM's green rethink.

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Pope Francis says migration is a reality in call for action during France visit

The pontiff says people risking their lives at sea "do not invade" during a visit to Marseille.

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Ukraine Targets Crimea for Second Day in a Row, Russia Says


By Constant Méheut from NYT World https://ift.tt/OJuqK42

Chris Mason: The week UK politics changed gear ahead of general election

Our political editor recaps on a hectic few days and asks what it means for the looming election.

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Calendar Girl, 74, aims to be a jiu-jitsu teacher to help women

Tricia Stewart is one of the original members of the Rylstone WI that inspired the 2003 film.

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Families 'broken-hearted' after objects removed from children's graves

Flowers and ornaments are among items to be removed from graves in Keady, a councillor says.

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Friday, 22 September 2023

Two jailed for killing French bus driver over Covid mask rule

The French driver was beaten after asking two passengers to adjust their masks during the pandemic.

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The U.S. is expanding F-16 patrols over Romania amid concerns about drone debris.


By Lara Jakes from NYT World https://ift.tt/FpolLRq

He Tried to Save a Friend. They Charged Him With Murder.


By Sabrina Tavernise, Mooj Zadie, Will Reid, Diane Wong, Olivia Natt, Michael Benoist, Elisheba Ittoop, Marion Lozano, Dan Powell, Rowan Niemisto and Chris Wood from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/LKOeV8p

Today’s Top News: Biden’s Plan to Keep Migrants From the Border, and More


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A Subtropical Storm Is and Isn’t Tropical


By Judson Jones from NYT Climate https://ift.tt/6TObRy1

Can Meat From a Lab Be Kosher or Halal? Some Say Yes.


By Rebecca Carballo from NYT Business https://ift.tt/UNgDYzx

WWE: The Rock and John Cena respond as WWE lets 21 stars go

Dolph Ziggler and Shelton Benjamin are among wrestlers released from their contracts after UFC merger.

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Thursday, 21 September 2023

The Laver Cup Underlines a Generational Shift in Tennis


By Cindy Shmerler from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/xqi7GpM

GB News 'monitoring' Dan Wootton allegations

In July, the host told viewers he had made "errors of judgement" but strongly denied any criminality.

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Japan's Toshiba set to end 74-year stock market history

A group of investors plans to take the company private after buying more than 78% of its shares.

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Wednesday, 20 September 2023

Historic Banyan Tree That Burned in Lahaina Fires Shows Signs of Recovery


By Livia Albeck-Ripka from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/1HJsnZX

Driving a Perilous Mountain Pass Through the Devastation of Morocco’s Earthquake


By Catherine Porter, Aida Alami and Nariman El-Mofty from NYT World https://ift.tt/WYnpKcu

Today’s Top News: Zelensky Speaks to the U.N., and More


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South Korean Police Accuse 17 U.S. Soldiers of Drug Crimes


By Victoria Kim and Choe Sang-Hun from NYT World https://ift.tt/zE50Byt

Nagorno-Karabakh forces agree Azerbaijan demand to disarm

Twenty-four hours into an Azerbaijan army offensive, ethnic-Armenian forces agree terms for a ceasefire.

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What is net zero and how are the UK and other countries doing?

The UK may weaken some key green commitments, despite its pledge to reach "net zero" by 2050.

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Tuesday, 19 September 2023

Leicester Wilko workers dance during final shift

Store colleagues bring their time working together to an end with a group dance.

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Today’s Top News: World Leaders Gather at the U.N., and More


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Sara Sharif's father, stepmother and uncle appear in court over girl's murder

Sara's father, stepmother and uncle, are due to stand trial at the Old Bailey in September 2024.

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Stonehenge tunnel plan 'should not proceed' says Unesco

The organisation wants the A303 scheme to be amended before a World Heritage Committee meeting.

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Katy Perry reportedly makes $225m by selling her music catalogue

The deal with Litmus Music covers hits like Firework, I Kissed A Girl, Dark Horse and Roar.

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How Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder in Canada fuelled tensions with India

Hundreds of Sikhs have protested the Indian state after the killing of a prominent leader in Canada.

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Monday, 18 September 2023

The Ozempic Era of Weight Loss


By Michael Barbaro, Nina Feldman, Alex Stern, Luke Vander Ploeg, Shannon Lin, Lexie Diao, Marion Lozano, Rowan Niemisto, Diane Wong, Elisheba Ittoop and Alyssa Moxley from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/Wvfd7h8

A Key Question in Google’s Trial: How Formidable Is Its Data Advantage?


By Steve Lohr from NYT Business https://ift.tt/JoNdxH7

Australian man fined for taking pet snake surfing

Wildlife officers say the man endangered Shiva the snake and breached his permit to keep her.

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Sunday, 17 September 2023

The Sunday Read: ‘The Inheritance Case That Could Unravel an Art Dynasty’


By Rachel Corbett, Adrienne Hurst, Aaron Esposito, John Woo, Sophia Lanman and Zachary Mouton from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/d1YRFux

When I Stopped Trying to Self-Optimize, I Got Better


By Francis Sanzaro from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/J5HB6Qy

They’re Ultrarich Techies, and They Want to Build a City From Scratch. What Could Go Wrong?


By Molly Turner from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/CUeNIn3

The Explosive Rise of Single-Parent Families Is Not a Good Thing


By Melissa S. Kearney from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/Wm27kuo

Lampedusa: Ursula von der Leyen and Giorgia Meloni visit island after migrant boat fears

More than 8,000 migrants have arrived on the Italian island over the past three days.

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'Ireland avoid Shizuoka sequel but Boks blockbuster looms'

Ireland move on to an eagerly-anticipated World Cup Pool B contest against holders South Africa after beating Tonga in Nantes.

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Saturday, 16 September 2023

The Grand Museums of the World Are Broken. Here’s How to Fix Them.


By Jason Felch from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/ilOtgLT

Go With the Flow, Joe!


By Maureen Dowd from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/asu9Okl

The Aging of America: Facing the Challenges


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Ukraine's Crimea attacks seen as key to counter-offensive against Russia

This week's attacks against Russian targets are part of increased efforts to cut supply lines.

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Buckingham Palace: Arrest after man scales Royal Mews wall

The mews are home to the stables where the historic royal carriages are kept.

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Three Neighbors of Ukraine Ban Its Grain as E.U. Restrictions Expire


By Mike Ives from NYT World https://ift.tt/Z5YnUo8

Rubiales's day in court over World Cup kiss... in 86 seconds

Spain's Women's World Cup success has been overshadowed by the actions of Luis Rubiales during celebrations.

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Friday, 15 September 2023

Bangladesh Sentences Prominent Human Rights Activists to Prison


By Saif Hasnat and Mujib Mashal from NYT World https://ift.tt/otHhTs7

Gatwick back to normal after air traffic control staff shortages

There were delays and diversions overnight with some knock-on disruption reported on Friday.

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Thursday, 14 September 2023

How Much Value Is Your Home Accruing? It Depends on What It Cost.


By Michael Kolomatsky from NYT Real Estate https://ift.tt/J9Laqbw

NHS waiting list in England rises to record 7.7m

Ministers blame strikes for worsening situation as extra £200m set aside for winter.

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Italia 90: Former England footballer selling shirts from world cup

The shirts from England's seven games and a goalkeeper jersey could fetch £300,000.

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Wednesday, 13 September 2023

The Battle to Save Marilyn Monroe’s Last Home


By Remy Tumin from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/6xVOSl3

Jean Boht: Bread actress dies at 91

The actress was best known for playing matriarch Nellie Boswell in the Liverpool-set 1980s TV sitcom.

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Today’s Top News: The Deadly Floods in Libya, and More


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British soldier charged with murder in Canada

Craig Gibson has appeared in court after the alleged assault.

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Ariana Grande says she used lip filler and Botox to 'hide'

The singer made the comments in an emotional video, saying she stopped using Botox and filler in 2018.

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Tuesday, 12 September 2023

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

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