Sunday, 31 March 2024

6 Y.A. Novels That Open Conversations About Teen Chronic Illness


By Maya Van Wagenen from NYT Books https://ift.tt/6CqeSGN

A Warhol Superstar, but Never a Star


By Alexandra Jacobs from NYT Books https://ift.tt/vKPBmjo

Watch: King attends Easter church service at Windsor

The service at St George's Chapel is King Charles III's most significant public appearance since his cancer diagnosis.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/LIhrY8g

Call for suicide prevention support for teachers

Teachers' union NASUWT is set to vote on a motion calling for fully-funded mental health training.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YaDC2cO

Saturday, 30 March 2024

New York and Hollywood Lore by Amor Towles (Martini Optional)


By Hamilton Cain from NYT Books https://ift.tt/x4uVJHc

AI millionaire: 'Video games can boost creativity'

Sir Demis Hassabis, co-founder of AI firm DeepMind, says parents should encourage children's passions.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/tVUjyaR

Friday, 29 March 2024

Hamas Took Her, and Still Has Her Husband


By Sabrina Tavernise, Lynsea Garrison, Mooj Zadie, Rikki Novetsky, Shannon Lin, Michael Benoist, Marion Lozano, Dan Powell, Diane Wong, Elisheba Ittoop and Alyssa Moxley from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/gTFQzRK

Wanted in South Korea: Imperialism-Free Cherry Blossoms


By John Yoon, Mike Ives, Hisako Ueno and Chang W. Lee from NYT World https://ift.tt/cRMSlwU

Beyoncé praised for 'impressive' country album

Critics and fans have welcomed the singer's new album Cowboy Carter, which was released on Friday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/lSPiXKR

Injured Murray to miss April events with no timescale on return

Andy Murray will not compete at April's Monte Carlo Masters and BMW Open after he ruptured ankle ligaments at the Miami Open.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/JxbLEjZ

Thursday, 28 March 2024

Here is the latest.


By Victoria Kim from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/mx4C2Xa

Baltimore Bridge Collapse

An investigation into the container ship crash that brought down a Baltimore bridge.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WeZCvG7

Wednesday, 27 March 2024

Asos, Boohoo and George pledge clearer green claims

Asos, Boohoo and George at Asda will make changes after intervention from the competition authority.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/kgG1FvN

Tuesday, 26 March 2024

Westwood and McCartney take over Blenheim Palace

Vivienne Westwood, Stella McCartney and Zandra Rhodes are transforming rooms at Blenheim Palace.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/L1ZJafP

Monday, 25 March 2024

Hunt’s pension promise: Triple lock will be in manifesto

The chancellor tells Laura pensions would rise by at least 2.5% under Tories.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/VfgqeYh

A Terrorist Attack in Russia


By Sabrina Tavernise, Anton Troianovski, Will Reid, Rachelle Bonja, Patricia Willens, Dan Powell, Marion Lozano and Alyssa Moxley from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/H3WegyG

Olivia Colman: I'd be paid more if I was Oliver

The Oscar-winning British actress says Hollywood would pay more if she was a man called Oliver.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/D8r5xaz

Sunday, 24 March 2024

'My best friend saved me by giving me his kidney'

When Steven Smith's kidneys began to fail, his best friend Kael stepped in to save his life.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/smIn5VM

Saturday, 23 March 2024

The places helped by 'lifeline' Captain Tom cash

Volunteers, health and charity workers tell the BBC about the positive impact the money is having.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ScVbAHM

The Government’s Struggles With Outsourcing Software Development


By Ian Austen from NYT World https://ift.tt/Sz5gOn9

Kew Gardens: New display showcases the sound of blossom

A new immersive experience brings the spring blossom to life using specially composed music.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/RFGDiBn

Friday, 22 March 2024

The D.E.A. Needs to Stay Out of Medicine


By Shravani Durbhakula from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/R5Ny0fh

Vodafone-Three merger could lead to higher prices

Merger of two of the UK's biggest mobile network providers could now face an in-depth investigation.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/glUDnh5

Thursday, 21 March 2024

Millions of women waiting for pension decision

How were women born in the 1950s affected by bring the retirement age in line with men?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/IDj9daF

Wednesday, 20 March 2024

Man charged with hospital mortuary sex offences

Humberside Police believe it was an isolated incident at the Diana Princess of Wales Hospital.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FO7vKeY

What is Labour's Reeves-onomics?

And the shortage of childcare places worsens

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UEHfc2z

Tuesday, 19 March 2024

Are Super Strict Schools Good for Students?


By Natalie Proulx from NYT The Learning Network https://ift.tt/b4CsaS9

Jail Cells? Morgues? Your Cruise Ship Has Some Surprises for You.


By Ceylan YeÄźinsu from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/SNhYmKl

And Me

Inside the world of one of the fastest growing fertility treatments in the UK.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qOJa2Qt

Monday, 18 March 2024

Becky Hill among first Radio 1 Big Weekend acts

The first acts for the three-day festival's Main Stage are announced, with more to be revealed.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/08cfKSq

Oscar-winning King's Speech screenwriter dies

David Seidler, who had a stammer growing up, was inspired to write the true story of King George VI.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/iqTYC7p

Family fundraising for US treatment for toddler

Two-year-old Louie's parents hope to take him to the US for treatment for a rare form of cancer.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1knsxC5

Drive Fast Die Young

The story of a teenage road death told by his family and first responders.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/KX2y4FN

Sunday, 17 March 2024

Iceland Volcano Erupts in Plumes of Fire With Little Notice


By Egill Bjarnason and Yan Zhuang from NYT World https://ift.tt/ZuP83BV

Derek Thompson exits Casualty after 38 years

The star, who played Charlie Fairhead in the BBC One medical drama, is its longest-serving cast member.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/yNB8Fgk

Saturday, 16 March 2024

A Financial Crisis May Jeopardize Local News in Most of Atlantic Canada


By Ian Austen from NYT World https://ift.tt/vrgEkOy

Hong Kong court jails 12 over legislature protest

Pro-democracy demonstrators broke into Hong Kong's legislature in 2019 during months-long protests.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gKyzmvX

Friday, 15 March 2024

‘The Regime’ and the Dictators I Have Known


By Steven Erlanger from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/OsDG59P

What is the new extremism definition and who could be listed?

Groups deemed extremist will be blocked from government funding and meeting officials.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ETc5146

Thursday, 14 March 2024

Abbott hits out at racism in politics after donor row

Diane Abbott speaks as a row continues over Tory donor Frank Hester's alleged racist comments about her.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PrhvMkH

Drakeford surprised at level of anger over 20mph

Mark Drakeford has defended his record during his more than five years as Wales' first minister.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FHIGzVe

Dutch anti-Islam populist Wilders abandons PM bid

His party won a dramatic victory in the 2023 elections, but talks on forming a coalition continue.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/TfUidav

Hundreds rescued from Philippines love scam centre

Young and tech-savvy victims are trapped and then forced into running illegal operations online.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/F8PUKaR

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

Child Care Is ‘Just a Huge Mess.’ Will Government Finally Fix It?


By Jessica Grose from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/aGUjfdD

Neil Young to rejoin Spotify after Joe Rogan row

The star had removed his music in a protest over vaccine misinformation on Joe Rogan's podcast.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/hTevzlN

Tuesday, 12 March 2024

With inflation report coming, economists ask: Will the last mile be the hardest?


By Jeanna Smialek from NYT Business https://ift.tt/kZ3FeyS

Watch: ‘We don’t feel the joy of Ramadan’

Displaced people in Rafah prepare meals using the limited food available to mark the start of the Muslim holy month.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/iyA6EZq

Monday, 11 March 2024

‘No Ramadan Atmosphere’: Gazans Shop for Feasts


By Shawn Paik and Rawan Sheikh Ahmad from NYT World https://ift.tt/6PmJ9io

US firm ends takeover interest in Currys

Investment firm Elliot says it will not bid for the retailer after being rejected "multiple times".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/wht8IZP

Sunday, 10 March 2024

From slaps to snubs: 13 Oscar Moments

From slaps to snubs: A lookback at iconic moments from Oscar history.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3jxy4gs

Saturday, 9 March 2024

The Journalist Who Tried to Fight the Nazis With Radio Stories


By Max Fisher from NYT Books https://ift.tt/LOP41Y8

Award for emergency service staff who die on duty

A father has spent two years campaigning to mark the sacrifice of public servants like his daughter.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WX6q5VE

Barbie 2? 'We'd love to,' says Warner Bros boss

Pam Abdy tells the BBC the studio would be keen to make a sequel to the hugely successful Barbie film.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YDixk0T

Friday, 8 March 2024

Mass die-offs rising among farmed salmon

Warmer seas and greater reliance on technology are linked to hundreds of millions of farmed salmon deaths.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/jrFJ6wB

Thursday, 7 March 2024

Oscars 2024 Predictions: Who Will Win Best Picture, Actor and Actress?


By Kyle Buchanan from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/e1y3QBM

West African juntas to form anti-jihadi joint force

Niger's army chief says it will be operational as soon as possible, without giving details of its size.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/rzknTvQ

Wednesday, 6 March 2024

When Caitlin Clark Comes to Town


By Courtney Cox and Francesca Paris from NYT The Upshot https://ift.tt/DF5rvuB

TV's Nigel Lythgoe faces new sexual assault claim

The British executive and talent show judge faces a string of allegations, which he has denied.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/dSf1K0V

Tuesday, 5 March 2024

A New Initiative to Protect Black History Starts with Coltrane


By Mia Jackson from NYT Real Estate https://ift.tt/7NBohPw

Councils to be told to cut diversity plans in Budget

The chancellor will urge councils to reduce wasteful spending but councillors say it is a distraction.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dis2afp

Cautious backing for rise in physician associates

The doctors’ union is concerned about patient safety because of a new law regulating those roles.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PeoxaRD

'We feel like it's us repaying Birmingham's debt'

Residents of the Druids Heath housing estate share their concerns as the council prepares huge cuts.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7WFk1Mt

Monday, 4 March 2024

Man accused of murder after woman dies and one hurt

Wendy Francis, 61, was found with fatal injuries at an address in Worcester on Saturday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YX4NWEV

Sunday, 3 March 2024

Killer whale vs shark: Solo orca eats great white

A killer whale is captured on camera hunting and "eviscerating" a great white shark in less than two minutes.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/QvLPaZk

UK-owned ship hit by Houthis sinks off Yemen coast

Rubymar's cargo of fertiliser presents a threat to marine life, Yemen officials and green groups say.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/pOAD0q3

Friday, 1 March 2024

As of Today, Half of New York City’s Trash Must Go in Bins


By James Barron from NYT New York https://ift.tt/ySshJ78

UN chief urges probe into Gaza aid convoy deaths

At least 117 people were killed on Thursday as crowds gathered round aid lorries in Gaza City.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/etobkm1

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

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