‘Ice Cold’: From Biggie to Lil Yachty, Getting Your Shine On

By Seph Rodney from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/9leAa6F

What the outdoor smoking ban in Australia could tell us about UK's future

In Australia, smoking outdoors in pubs is heavily regulated - could the UK follow suit?

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Harris and Trump Have Housing Plans. Economists Have Doubts.

By Jeanna Smialek and Linda Qiu from NYT Business https://ift.tt/BbH1IaZ

Molly-Mae Hague speaks out on her 'very sad' split

The influencer says it "doesn't feel right" to talk publicly about why she split with Tommy Fury.

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¿Sabes qué es el ‘susto de septiembre’?

By Elizabeth Angell from NYT En español https://ift.tt/sAkOQNl

The Connections Companion No. 445

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Iran has smuggled arms to the West Bank to foment unrest, officials say.

By Farnaz Fassihi, Ronen Bergman and Eric Schmitt from NYT World https://ift.tt/TwqMpOF

Man charged with attempted murder after mother stabbed at Carnival

The Met Police says the woman, who was with her child, remains in a critical condition in hospital.

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Israel launches a deadly airstrike in the West Bank, and other news.

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England name Smith and Heath in T20 World Cup squad

England name spinner Linsey Smith and wicketkeeper-batter Bess Heath in their squad for the T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.

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Russia Pounds Ukraine With Missiles and Drones, Ukrainian Authorities Say

By Andrew E. Kramer and Matthew Mpoke Bigg from NYT World https://ift.tt/F8Ygq2b

Tories ask who authorised Labour donor's No 10 pass

The Conservatives say it is 'deeply concerning' Labour's biggest donor was given access to No 10.

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Separate Attacks Near Ukraine-Russia Border Kill Civilians, Officials Say

By Matthew Mpoke Bigg from NYT World https://ift.tt/m9eF5XC

England call up Hull after Wood ruled out of SL series

England fast bowler Mark Wood is replaced by Josh Hull in England's squad for the remaining two Tests against Sri Lanka.

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These Young Women Didn’t Want to Vote for Biden. They’re All In on Harris.

By Claire Cain Miller from NYT The Upshot https://ift.tt/iYW1aKm

Are these sports in the Olympics, Paralympics or both?

Test your knowledge on how well you know the sports featured in the Paralympics and Olympics.

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BBC sacks One Show presenter Jermaine Jenas after complaints

The ex-footballer says there are "two sides to every story" after he is taken off air by the BBC.

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Idris Elba: I know what heartbreak feels like

New play Shifters tells the story of two young black people who meet again after years apart.

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Delon's family deny his request to euthanise dog

The French actor had asked for his pet dog to be humanely killed and laid in his grave.

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Atletico Madrid sign England's Conor Gallagher from Chelsea

Atletico Madrid sign England midfielder Conor Gallagher from Chelsea for a fee believed to be in the region of £33m.

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Cost of public services drives up government borrowing

Borrowing hit £3.1bn last month, the highest level for July since 2021, official figures show.

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Who Is Kamala Harris?

Who is Kamala Harris and how did she rise to the top of the US Democratic Party?

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'Shock & despair' - how Southport FC helped a town in mourning

Southport Football Club step up to help a town consumed by grief following a deadly knife attack in which three young girls were killed.

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King Charles III £1 coin enters circulation

The coins celebrate the King's love of nature, with the reverse side featuring a pair of bees.

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Gay man arrested in Qatar feared he'd never return home

A British-Mexican man arrested in Qatar has given his first interview since returning home.

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Biden’s long goodbye and Hillary takes jabs at Trump

The president gives his farewell speech to Democrats and Hillary fires shots at Trump

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In pictures: Blue supermoon glows red

Stunning images show the dramatic sight which lit up skies on Sunday night.

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Doug Beattie quits as Ulster Unionist leader

It is understood there have been internal tensions over Mr Beattie's role in recent weeks.

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'Will my house near a WW2 bomb be left standing?'

A resident of a Newtownards housing estate says there is anxiety ahead of a controlled explosion.

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Mpox: How dangerous is it?

It has been declared a global health emergency twice in two years

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KSI and the Sidemen among UK's richest gamers

YouTubers KSI and the Sidemen are listed alongside billionaire developers and industry legends in The Sunday Times UK Gaming Rich List 2024.

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Tesco recalls 'melt in middle' vegan burgers for getting too hot

The supermarket says there is a potential "burn risk" to customers when eating them.

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Finding Summer Heat Relief in Your Hairstyle

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

Thai heiress brings back divisive dynasty - but for how long?

Ms Paetongtarn brings a fresh face, and yet another member of the powerful Shinawatra clan to the top job.

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Army chaplain reportedly attacked at barracks

Irish police are investigating "a very serious incident" at Renmore Barracks in Galway.

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The Anchovy Renaissance Is Here

By Christopher Beckman and Derek Arthur from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/zEGmiku

Watch: Thousands of women protest about rape and murder of doctor in India

Women led a march in West Bengal state after a female doctor's brutal rape and murder last week.

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Cyanide in canal 'could be removed in a week'

Sodium cyanide is one of three substances released into the canal in the incident in Walsall.

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Spain investigates Katy Perry video over protected sand dunes

The singer's latest music video is alleged to have been partly filmed in an ecologically-sensitive area.

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Maps showing counter-offensive into Russian territory

As Russian forces make slow progress in eastern Ukraine, Ukraine's military stages a surprise cross-border attack.

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Listen: The view from Russia

How has the shock cross-border offensive gone down in Russia?

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Ten in hospital after suspected overdose at Irish prison

The prisoners were brought to the Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise on Tuesday afternoon.

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Do Robots Love Their Customers? Automated Restaurants Face Human Issues.

By Meghan McCarron from NYT Food https://ift.tt/RNEBJMz

A Sports Agent Went Viral. He Isn’t Ready to Fade Away.

By Eve Peyser from NYT Style https://ift.tt/YcSv0z5

Sprinter set to be first transgender Paralympian

Valentina Petrillo is set to become the first openly transgender athlete to compete at the Paralympic Games, having been selected to represent Italy in Para-athletics in Paris.

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Teenage girl admits triple school stabbing

The girl denies the attempted murder of three people, including two teachers, at a school.

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Landslide at Uganda rubbish dump kills 21

Rescuers are continuing to dig through the waste in the hope of finding more survivors.

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Emotional Miley becomes youngest-ever Disney Legend

The Flowers singer had her big break playing Hannah Montana on the Disney Channel when she was 13.

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Musk's Trump interview caps months of warming relations

The two businessmen have sparred in the past - but in this election seem firmly on the same side.

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Sidestepping Deployed Kenyan Forces, Haiti Gangs Continue Reign of Terror

By David C. Adams and Andre Paultre from NYT World https://ift.tt/kAbMhOj

Atop ABC, a Personal Connection to Kamala Harris

By Michael M. Grynbaum and Brooks Barnes from NYT Business https://ift.tt/nL7ydaZ

Disney unveils new Lion King ride for Paris park

Superfans were told guests will go "on a journey through the African savanna" alongside a growing Simba.

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Iconic Irani cafes serving creamy chai and fresh samosas face extinction in Indian city

The southern city of Hyderabad was once a centre for iconic Irani cafes - now many of them are closing down.

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‘They Are Burned Alive’: A Doctor Captures the Toll of War on Gaza’s Children

By Mona El-Naggar and Sarah Kerr from NYT World https://ift.tt/1wnZaq5

The Man Who Tried to Solve Immigration for the G.O.P.

By Lulu Garcia-Navarro from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/XrEwDTI

Wall Street on Edge After a Week of Wild Swings

By Joe Rennison and Danielle Kaye from NYT Business https://ift.tt/NUBX90r

You’ve Lost Weight Taking New Obesity Drugs. What Happens if You Stop?

By Gina Kolata from NYT Health https://ift.tt/5DthPZu

Russia struggles to repel deep incursion by Ukraine

A surprise Ukrainian offensive in Russia's western Kursk region is now in its fourth day.

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The E.U. condemns comments by a far-right Israeli minister, and other news.

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Police hunt ex-Catalan separatist leader after shock return from exile

Officials say Mr Puigdemont is on the run and have ordered police to set up roadblocks around the city.

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Turkey plans to intervene in the genocide case against Israel at the World Court, and other news.

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BTS star apologises for drink-driving on scooter

Suga from the K-Pop band was fined and lost his licence after a police officer saw him falling over.

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Google's online search monopoly is illegal, US judge rules

The decision is a major blow to Alphabet, Google's parent company, and could reshape how technology giants operate.

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Biden in talks amid fears of Iranian attack on Israel

Iran has vowed to respond to the killing of Hamas' political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran last week.

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'My social worker had a baby with my violent ex'

The father, who was jailed for assault, was assigned the social worker for visits with his children.

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Wordle Review No. 1,144

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Angered by Paris ban, Russia's media scorns 'the Olympics of Hell'

Most Russian athletes are not allowed to compete in Paris due to their country's war in Ukraine.

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What to Watch as Sunisa Lee Competes in Uneven Bars Final

By Juliet Macur from NYT World https://ift.tt/lNfrFhz

Jay Slater's funeral will 'celebrate his life', say family

Ahead of his funeral on 10 August, relatives release a tribute to the teenager who died in Tenerife.

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North Korea performs diplomatic gymnastics in Olympic comeback

They cheered Simone Biles and took selfies with their Southern "foes" - is this an-officially sanctioned charm offensive?

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Boxing controversy - what we know and what we don't

The IOC's decision to allow the entry of two athletes, that are said to have failed gender eligibility tests, has proved controversial.

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Americans freed in Russia prisoner swap reunite with families

US President Joe Biden welcomed them off the plane at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland.

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Watch: How the prisoner swap unfolded

Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva where among the Americans freed in the prisoner swap.

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Brother misses out on school bus pass by 24 metres

Alex, 11, and Oscar, 13, go to the same school - but only one qualifies for funded transport.

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