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As theaters struggle, many independent cinemas in Los Angeles are finding their audience
In a time when streaming and a pandemic have radically transformed cinema consumption over the past decade, a growing number of mostly younger people are contributing to a renaissance of the Los ...1 hour ago -
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Deadly Helene floods spread to more US states
Rescues continue as huge areas of the south-eastern US struggle with floods from Storm Helene.1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Jane Pratt Returns to Media With Another Jane Pratt Thing
Jane Pratt, one of the most influential editors of the last few decades, returns to media with her aptly titled project Another Jane Pratt Thing.5 hours ago -
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Hassan Nasrallah & Hezbollah | 60 Minutes Archive
In 2003, Ed Bradley traveled to Beirut to interview Hassan Nasrallah as part of a 60 Minutes report on the Islamist terrorist organization Hezbollah. On Friday, Nasrallah, Hezbollah's longtime ...8 hours ago -
The New York Times - Sports
Are There Similarities Between This Year’s Top 2 N.F.L. Draft Picks and Last Year’s?
Plus, what we’re hearing about this week’s quarterback question marks, Travis Kelce’s slow start and Josh Allen’s new approach in Buffalo.10 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: Marlins' Schumaker won't return in '25
Skip Schumaker told Marlins players on Friday night that he will not return as manager next season, sources told ESPN.11 hours ago - NFL -
ABC News - World
Flooding and landslides in Nepal kill at least 66 people, with as many again still missing
Flooding caused by continuous rainfall has killed at least 66 people in Nepal and a further 69 are missing12 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
'A dream come true': Tigers end long playoff wait
The Detroit Tigers earned an AL wild-card berth Friday night, ending a decade-long postseason drought.18 hours ago -
Wired - Tech
These Record-Breaking New Solar Panels Produce 60 Percent More Electricity
Experimental cells that combine silicon with a material called perovskite have broken the efficiency record for converting solar energy—and could eventually supercharge how we get electricity.19 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
What does it mean to support one of the worst teams in professional sports?
Tim Vanzo still remembers the first Chicago White Sox game he ever attended.19 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Sri Lanka’s new president faces a problem shared by too many developing countries: austerity imposed by the west | Ahilan Kadirgamar
Anura Kumara Dissanayake wants a better deal from the IMF to reduce suffering during the country’s punishing debt crisis. Sri Lanka is at a historic juncture. Faced with its worst economic crisis ...22 hours ago -
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The evolution of devolution: 25 years of the Scottish Parliament
Celebrations are taking place to mark the annivarsary of the parliament being “reconvened” in 1999.22 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Macario scores on Chelsea return in 7-0 rout
United States international Catarina Macario scored on her return for Chelsea as they soared to a 7-0 victory over newly promoted Crystal Palace in a ruthless display at Selhurst Park.Yesterday -
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The Storm after the Storm: Underpaid flood insurance claims | 60 Minutes Archive
In 2015, Sharyn Alfonsi investigated allegations that thousands of homeowners were underpaid for their flood insurance claims after Hurricane Sandy because engineering reports on damaged houses ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Internationals return the favor with a sweep of their own in the Presidents Cup
So much for that American blowout in the Presidents CupYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Welcome to the W | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Jon Wertheim reports on the WNBA's breakthrough season, with a rookie class that has made a seamless transition from college to the pros. Wertheim speaks to Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark, who is ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
After the Hurricane | Sunday on 60 Minutes
After a year-long investigation, Sharyn Alfonsi reveals how an estimated 50,000 homeowners affected by Hurricane Ian are still fighting with their insurance companies to repair their homes. Alfonsi ...Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Martino: Messi available for Argentina WCQ return
Inter Miami head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino confirmed Lionel Messi is available to join the Argentina national team for the October international window for World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela ...Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Barça's Raphinha makes return to Brazil squad
Barcelona forward Raphinha will return to bolster Brazil's attack after being named in their squad ahead of the World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Peru.Yesterday - Brazil -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Report: Napheesa Collier wins WNBA Defensive Player of the Year
Collier finished second in MVP voting behind A'ja Wilson, and has had a stellar season on both sides of the court.Yesterday - WNBA -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Report: Caitlin Clark named WNBA Rookie of the Year
Clark delivered one of the best first-year seasons in league history to lead Indiana back to the playoffs.Yesterday - WNBA -
Inc. - Business
WeightWatchers CEO to Step Down After 2 Years
The company's shares have plummeted about 90 percent this year due to the rising popularity of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.Yesterday -
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Dame Maggie Smith | 60 Minutes Archive
Dame Maggie Smith has died at age 89. In 2013, she spoke to Steve Kroft about acting, aging and the phenomenon of the dowager Countess of Grantham, her "Downton Abbey" character.Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
Adam Sandler Enlists AEW's MJF For Happy Gilmore 2 Role
Earlier this year, Adam Sandler announced that Netflix will produce and stream Happy Gilmore 2 , the sequel to one of the actor's fan-favorite films. Now, the film has added AEW wrestler Maxwell ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
New R.S.V. Vaccines Had Limited Takers Last Year. Will This Year be Better?
Some of the problems that patients ran into, including a lack of insurance coverage, have been resolved.Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
Hizbollah’s exploding walkie-talkies probably among many counterfeits, says radio maker
Director at Japan’s Icom stresses company discontinued devices 10 years ago2 days ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey drills 60-yard field goal to extend NFL record for long-distance accuracy
Aubrey opened his NFL career a perfect 16 for 16 on field goals of 50 yards or longer2 days ago - NFL -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Sky fire head coach Teresa Weatherspoon after 1 season, and Angel Reese isn't happy
A stunner out of Chicago.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
The Mezcaleros | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Cecilia Vega travels to Oaxaca and meets the Mezcaleros laboring to quench the world's thirst for Mezcal. The handcrafted Mexican spirit, made from agave, has seen exponential growth in popularity ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Even Many Hurricane Veterans Were Leaving Florida’s Big Bend Ahead of Helene
The region has endured two other hurricanes recently, but many more people appeared to be evacuating this time, leaving their small coastal towns eerily empty.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Vladimir Kara-Murza | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Scott Pelley goes behind the scenes of the largest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the end of the Cold War, Sunday on 60 Minutes.2 days ago -
ABC News - World
Thousands gather in Ethiopia's capital to celebrate a religious festival. Many are thinking of peace
Thousands of Ethiopians have gathered in the capital city to celebrate an annual religious festival distinguished by the lighting of bonfires according to the beliefs of the local Orthodox ...2 days ago -
Yahoo News - World
Thousands gather in Ethiopia's capital to celebrate a religious festival. Many are thinking of peace
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The Guardian - World
Lord’s security tightened as Australia return a year after ‘cheat’ row
Pavilion arrangements changed following Ashes drama Tourists lead five-game ODI series 2-1 Alex Carey and his Australia teammates will walk through the Long Room at Lord’s on Friday, a year on ...2 days ago - Australia
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