The Saucy Polymath Who Scandalized 17th-Century London

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US warship in Red Sea shoots down two Houthi missiles from Yemen

Two destroyers responded to a distress call from a Danish ship hit by a missile from Yemen, US says.

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¿Mi novio controlaba mis finanzas? ¿Y mi novia también?

By Melissa Febos from NYT En español https://ift.tt/pQgKfX6

As War Rages in Ukraine, Denmark Turns an Office Park Back Into an Arsenal

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

A Body, a Family and the Woman Who Changed Everything

By Mary Beth Keane from NYT Books https://ift.tt/qj1c6x7

Ukraine war: Missile and drone attack launched against Russia

Moscow says it destroyed dozens of projectiles a day after massive Russian attack on Ukrainian cities.

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Hey, Pop Stars: Think Twice Before Messing With the Past

By Jon Pareles from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2xAEnpr

Beachgoers swept away as huge wave crashes over wall in California

Eight people were injured as a rogue wave swamped people and vehicles in the city of Ventura.

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Metallics, polka dots, short shorts - trends that will rule 2024

The colours, fabrics and designs which are likely to define our looks for the next 12 months.

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Ellie Goulding: Music industry changed after MeToo

The singer says there are stronger protections in place for young artists starting out today.

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Inflatable toys rescued and displayed at Milton tip

Staff at a recycling centre "rescue" unloved inflatables and put them on display.

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Volunteers build Isle of Man's first community rowing boat

A team of volunteers spend 11 months building a Skiff in Laxey for a new community rowing scheme.

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The Year in Graphic Novels

By Sam Thielman from NYT Books https://ift.tt/Spx9sPk

Boxing Day Bibury village duck race set to go 'international'

Hundreds of tourists will gather at the River Coln to watch the race, which will be live-streamed.

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Broadmoor: Silent twin on being locked up with Ronnie Kray

A film and hit song have been made about the "Silent Sisters" - now the surviving twin speaks.

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Eleuthera Offers a Rugged, Out-Island Experience That Lingers

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Mrs Kirkham's: Cheeses recalled over Christmas E. coli fears

Four products produced by Mrs Kirkham's, which may be included in Christmas hampers, have been recalled.

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Christmas cards: Welsh Bethlehem tries to save tradition

A Welsh village still welcomes visitors who want Christmas cards stamped "from Bethlehem".

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5 Operas You Can Stream at Home

By Seth Colter Walls from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/JRWwMHm

When Social Security Becomes a Debt Collector

By H. Claire Brown from NYT Business https://ift.tt/FhozHfy

Watch: Rhinos 'scared' by Christmas pudding present

A giant, decorated enrichment ball left rhinos at the Cotswold Wildlife Park unimpressed.

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The Wildly Popular Police Scanner Goes Silent for Many

By Ernesto Londoño from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/m7d9H6W

Hackney: Woman charged with murder of her four-year-old son

Kobi Dooley-Macharia was found with knife injuries and was taken to hospital, where he died.

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Mapping the Lesser-Known Territories of American Modern Dance

By Brian Seibert from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/S6GAM1J

European Super League: Uefa and Fifa rules banning breakaway league unlawful, says court

Uefa and Fifa rules banning clubs joining breakaway competitions like the European Super League are unlawful, the European Court of Justice rules.

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A Creamy, Melty Potato Casserole That’s Outrageously Easy to Make

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'I don't work here!' - BBC reporter Ben Boulos interrupted on air

The BBC's Ben Boulos was mistaken for a greengrocer while reporting from a market hall in Birmingham.

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Watch: Delia Smith's car hit by objects ahead of derby

Police say there has been "no formal complaint" after Delia Smith's BMW is hit outside Portman Road.

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Stormont talks: What issues are affecting people in Northern Ireland?

As hopes of a pre-Christmas Stormont deal fade, four people explain how the limbo affects them.

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Kate Garraway's husband Derek Draper in 'very serious condition' in hospital

Former political adviser Derek Draper, 56, has been living with extreme complications from Covid.

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¿Puede un Van Gogh de IA ayudar a llevar más gente a los museos?

By Zachary Small from NYT En español https://ift.tt/7S43Y0d

Biden ushered to safety after car crashes into motorcade

US Secret Service staff rush the president into his car after the accident in Delaware.

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How Putin Turned a Western Boycott Into a Bonanza

By Paul Sonne, Rebecca R. Ruiz and Nico Chilla from NYT World https://ift.tt/HkIqRsE

Queensland sees flooding after near record rainfall

Thousands of people in the north of the state have been urged to move to higher ground.

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‘S.N.L.’ Hands Out Christmas Awards as Kate McKinnon Returns

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Ian Wright: Match of the Day pundit to step down at end of season

Arsenal legend Ian Wright is to step down as a pundit from Match of the Day at the end of the season.

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A Little Christmastime Shoplifting

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Watch: Chaos after Beijing subway carriages detach

Eyewitness videos show passengers stranded in wintry conditions after two of the carriages separated.

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The Whitney Goes Free on Friday Evenings and Second Sundays

By James Barron from NYT New York https://ift.tt/a03q6Fi

CCTV shows the moment a Land Rover crashes into a pub

Footage showed a pool player potting a ball as the car smashed through the wall.

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Australian woman charged with stealing van carrying 10,000 doughnuts

It is unclear if the 28-year-old knew the van she is alleged to have stolen contained 10,000 doughnuts.

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‘Apollo 13’ and ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Join National Film Registry

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Baby formula prices: Soaring costs devastating family finances - survey

Two-thirds of new mothers have been forced into "tough choices" due to 25% price rise, a survey says.

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Pakistan: 23 soldiers killed in attack on army base

An explosives-laden vehicle rams into a building, which is being used as a Pakistani army base.

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Bourne: Murder arrests after death of eight-week-old baby

A 23-year-old woman and a 24-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of murder, police say

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The Waiting

By Volker Schlecht, Alexander Lahl and Max Monch from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/EtrAxHK

Zara pulls advert accused of resembling Gaza images

The fashion firm says it regrets any misunderstanding about its advertising campaign.

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Finding Light in Winter

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The Devastation of Disinheritance

By MB Caschetta from NYT Style https://ift.tt/2S56P3g

Paris Ritz: Missing €750k ring found in hotel vacuum bag

The owner has said she left the ring on a table in her hotel room but when she returned it was gone.

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The Book World Still Isn’t Diverse. Dhonielle Clayton Is Trying to Change That.

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Whamageddon: DJ sorry for playing Last Christmas by Wham!

Matt Facer apologises for potentially eliminating 7,000 from a game in which players avoid the song.

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‘The Crown’: Playing Prince Harry, the Royal Black Sheep

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Shane MacGowan: The Pogues singer's funeral to be held in Tipperary

The Pogues frontman's funeral will take place later with processions in Dublin and County Tipperary.

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Israel Gaza war: UPenn loses $100m donation after House testimony

A major University of Pennsylvania donor withdraws grant after Congress hearing about antisemitism on campus.

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‘Origin’ Review: The Roots of Our Racism

By Manohla Dargis from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/XI501sL

Should Parents Tell Children the Truth About Santa?

By Jeremy Engle from NYT The Learning Network https://ift.tt/Z3gXRUN

Don’t Underestimate the Power of a Good Praline

By Lisa Donovan from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/eQuWVnU

Brotherly shove: The Scot at the heart of NFL's most divisive play

A Scottish rugby player has helped refine the 'brotherly shove' - a move pundits call 'undefendable'.

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Cancer: Woman's condition incurable after IBS misdiagnosis

Claire O'Shea was told she had IBS but a masseuse on a Turkish holiday spotted a more sinister cause.

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Taking in the Light: Sweden’s Lucia Celebrations

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Watch: Maori MP performs haka before swearing oath to King

Rawiri Waititim, an advocate for Maori rights, broke protocol as he was inducted into New Zealand's parliament.

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Is It Ever Inappropriate to Wear Red Lipstick?

By Vanessa Friedman from NYT Style https://ift.tt/ZY4Snvk

Learner driver fails 59 theory tests before pass

A hopeful from Redditch is praised for "amazing" commitment after spending £1,380 and 60 hours to pass.

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UFC Fight Night: Dana White criticises 'bad stoppage' at Austin event

UFC president Dana White criticises a referee for failing to end a bout earlier, with the official's delayed decision angering fighters.

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Mount Etna eruption lights up the night sky

Europe's most active volcano has been in a constant state of activity since 2013.

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Bill Gates: Fighting Climate Change Should Be Affordable. The Rich Can Make It So.

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Trump, Milei, Wilders — Do We All Secretly Love Strongmen?

By Michelle Cottle, Ross Douthat, Carlos Lozada and Lydia Polgreen from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/wSWAry8

'Airspace' above Battersea house to be auctioned

Vacant space above a building is offered with a guide price of £10,000, and no planning permission.

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