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Fighting for the return of Nazi-looted art
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Oil tanker and cargo ship collide in North Sea
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Oil tanker and cargo vessel collide in the North Sea off English coast
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Davante Adams joining Rams: Six-time Pro Bowler signing two-year deal with Los Angeles
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Ten Pound Poms series two review – this trashy, soapy migration drama is a knockoff Call the Midwife
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Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says 'there’s going to be no recession in America'
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The big idea: should we abolish art?
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Americans should ‘absolutely not’ brace for recession despite bank warnings: Commerce secretary
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Commerce secretary says 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum will go into effect Wednesday
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Joan Didion was famously reserved. But she openly adored John Wayne and Old Hollywood
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An Oregon Family Vanished in 1958. Their Car May Have Been Found in a River.
The case of the Martin family’s disappearance has bewildered local residents and investigators for more than six decades — until Friday.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump made clear ‘Elon Musk is your partner’ in Cabinet meeting, says Commerce secretary
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Commerce Sec. Howard Lutnick says that President Trump made clear to his Cabinet that Elon Musk is “a partner” in deciding who and what will be cut ...NBC News - 23h -
After Colorado Wildfires, Two Families Saw Different Insurance Outcomes
Two neighboring families lost their houses in a Colorado wildfire. One was reimbursed for the contents of their home within seven weeks, and the other is still fighting.The New York Times - 2d -
For a Family That Lost 5 Loved Ones, ‘Covid Will Never Be Over’
Elizabeth Fusco’s relatives had their usual family dinner in New Jersey in early 2020. Soon, her mother, three siblings and aunt were all dead.The New York Times - 6h -
Big Drama at Valentino, McQueen, Dior But Balenciaga Gets It
It’s the wrong moment for the fashion theatrics of Valentino, McQueen and Dior. But Balenciaga got it right.The New York Times - 3h -
Entire families reportedly killed in fighting in north-west Syria, UN says
Human rights commissioner calls for investigation into ‘extremely disturbing’ attacks in Latakia province. The UN has condemned what it called “extremely disturbing” reports of entire families ...The Guardian - 13h -
Kamay review – searing story of Afghan Hazara family’s painful quest for justice
A daughter’s death is the catalyst for a difficult journey to Kabul, chronicled in this claustrophobic documentary about the void left by trauma. Living in the remote, mountainous Daikundi province ...The Guardian - 6h -
Art, Leigh Bowery and the weaponisation of embarrassment
Open up and let the shame in… It will set you free. Halfway around the Tate’s new Leigh Bowery show , my friend, Sophie, said to me, “Wait, why does this look like history when it feels like only ...The Guardian - 1d -
Merle Oberon, Hollywood’s First South Asian Star
Merle Oberon was a popular actress who was once nominated for an Oscar. But a fact that she hid from the public threatened to unspool her entire life’s work.The New York Times - 19h -
Chiefs' Worthy arrested on family violence charge
Chiefs receiver Xavier Worthy was arrested on a felony domestic violence charge Friday in Texas.ESPN - 1d -
Ukrainian family reunited after visa changes reversed
Parents are once again able to bring their children to join them in the UK, after months of being separated.BBC News - 1d -
Syrians describe terror as Alawite families killed in their homes
Witnesses said the situation stabilised when security forces arrived following the violence.BBC News - 20h -
From Ben Affleck to Seth Rogen, Hollywood finds a 'spiritual home' at SXSW
The lineup of the 2025 SXSW Film and TV Festival in Austin is full of returning talent. The Times spoke to organizers and filmmakers about why they keep coming back.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Manchester looks to build on life sciences cluster effect
The city’s ecosystem of universities, commerce and research is attracting investors and start-upsFinancial Times - 9h -
Twins! Rivals! Clones! Hollywood is doubling down on dual roles
Robert Pattinson, Robert De Niro and Michael B Jordan are all pulling double duty in their new films and that’s just the start. For years, dual roles have been played largely for laughs. Think of ...The Guardian - 5h -
MLB boss Rob Manfred reportedly pressuring Rays owner Stu Sternberg to sell team as stadium drama continues
Sternberg purchased the franchise for $65 million in October 2005CBS Sports - 11h -
Mirrors That Are Designed to Dazzle
Sometimes, the art of making mirrors has little to do with reflection.The New York Times - 4d -
They Can Still Make Art and Music After Fleeing the L.A. Fires
Two evacuees took items with them that allowed them to play songs and paint after losing their homes.The New York Times - 2d -
Art Schallock, Oldest Living Former M.L.B. Player, Dies at 100
The left-hander pitched a few dozen games for the Yankees from 1951-54.The New York Times - 22h -
Art Schallock, Oldest Surviving Major Leaguer, Dies at 100
A pitcher, he played for the Yankees and the Orioles. When Mickey Mantle was sent to the minors in 1951, Schallock was called up.The New York Times - 14h -
Balloon Art You Won’t Find at a Children’s Birthday Party
DJ Morrow’s creations, inspired by his own emotional life, can disturb as much as they delight.The New York Times - 4h -
Catherine O'Hara has power, Kathryn Hahn wants money: 'The Studio' team tells all at SXSW
Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg and the cast of Apple TV+'s inside-baseball Hollywood comedy 'The Studio' stopped by the L.A. Times studio at SXSW.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Hollywood's DEI commitments were slipping even before Trump. Now they're vanishing fast
There's been a slow retreat for years from diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at studios and entertainment companies, experts say.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
2025 NFL free agency: Chiefs re-signing Marquise 'Hollywood' Brown on one-year, $11M deal, per report
Brown signed a one-year deal with K.C. last offseasonCBS Sports - 1d -
Could 'Grey's' continue without Ellen Pompeo? The show's boss hopes it doesn't come to that
As 'Grey's Anatomy,' the long-running medical drama, makes its midseason return, showrunner Meg Marinis reflects on her tenure and gives a hint about the season finale.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Athol Fugard, South African political dissident playwright, dies aged 92
A giant of political drama, Fugard captured the injustices of apartheid in works such as Sizwe Banzi Is Dead and The Island. The South African playwright and director Athol Fugard, whose works ...The Guardian - 20h -
Home secretary rejects call for inquiry into murder of MP David Amess
The family of Sir David Amess say the decision is "unacceptable" and "insulting".BBC News - 18m -
Fired Federal Workers See Family Members Pile on After the DOGE Axe Falls
The abrupt loss of their livelihoods was tough enough. Now many laid-off government workers report their relatives and friends are celebrating their turmoil.Inc. - 2d -
Family and friends kept abuse by French doctor a secret, but his crimes spanned decades
Joël Le Scouarnec, a once highly respected surgeon, is now standing trial after being charged with raping and sexual abusing 299 people, many of whom were children.NBC News - 2d
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