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Julie Andrews on finding her voice again, as a children's book author
The singer and actress began a new career when she teamed with daughter Emma Walton Hamilton to write a hugely successful series of children's books. Their 35th, "Waiting in the Wings," about a troupe of theatrical ducks, is based on a true story.CBS News - Top stories -
Julie Andrews on finding her voice again, as a children's book author
The singer and actress began a new career when she teamed with daughter Emma Walton Hamilton to write a hugely successful series of children's books. Their 35th, "Waiting in the Wings," about a troupe of theatrical ducks, is based on a true story.CBS News - Entertainment -
Sophie Kinsella, "Shopaholic" book series author, reveals brain cancer
The author whose "Shopaholic" novels were adapted into the 2009 film "Confessions of a Shopaholic" announced she has a rare form of brain cancer.CBS News - Entertainment -
Matt Ryan retires: 'Honored' to do so as a Falcon
Former Falcons and Colts quarterback Matt Ryan announced his retirement Monday, officially ending his NFL career.ESPN - Sports -
What will Falcons' punishment for tampering with Kirk Cousins be?
The question is in the headline.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
"The Covenant of Water" author Abraham Verghese
He teaches medical students about the importance of bedside manner, but he has another calling, as author of the New York Times bestselling novel "The Covenant of Water," a multi-generational tale of a family in India experiencing love and tragedy.CBS News - Top stories -
"The Covenant of Water" author Abraham Verghese
He teaches medical students about the importance of bedside manner, but he has another calling, as author of the New York Times bestselling novel "The Covenant of Water," a multi-generational tale of a family in India experiencing love and tragedy.CBS News - Entertainment -
Olivia Munn says she 'absolutely broke down' seeing her body after a double mastectomy
Olivia Munn says recovery from breast cancer has been emotionally tough, but she's happy she got a double mastectomy and reconstruction. 'I'm OK with that now.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Tampering punishment for Falcons over Kirk Cousins could be announced this week
The week began with Kirk Cousins throwing out the first pitch at the Atlanta Braves game.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Italian anti-fascist author accuses Meloni of censorship
Writer of book about Mussolini claims PM is trying to rewrite history and failing to adequately condemn fascismFinancial Times - Business - Italy -
Italian anti-fascist author accuses Meloni of censorship
Writer of book about Mussolini claims PM is trying to rewrite history and failing to adequately condemn fascismFinancial Times - World - Italy -
The week's bestselling books, April 21
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, April 21, 2024, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Five books to understand India today
As elections get under way on April 19, here’s a selection of the best titles to shed light on what’s at stake in the world’s biggest democracyFinancial Times - Business - India -
Quick! Someone Get This Book a Doctor.
Inside the book conservation lab at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
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US-Best-Sellers-Books-PW Week ending 4/13/2024ABC News - Entertainment -
Sophie Kinsella, ‘Shopaholic’ Author,’ Says She Has Brain Cancer
The author of the best-selling book series said she had been undergoing treatment for glioblastoma, an aggressive brain tumor, after a diagnosis in 2022.The New York Times - Health -
Italian author accuses state broadcaster of censorship of antifascist monologue
Outcry over cancellation of Antonio Scurati’s Rai talkshow appearance as note says move was taken ‘for editorial reasons’. A high-profile Italian author has accused Rai of censorship after his antifascist monologue was abruptly stopped from being ...The Guardian - World -
Transcript: Author David Sanger on "Face the Nation," April 21, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with David Sanger, New York Times correspondent anauthor of "New Cold Wars," that aired on April 21, 2024.CBS News - Top stories -
Suspect in killing of Idaho sheriff's deputy fatally shot by police, authorities say
Idaho sheriff’s deputy died after being shot by a driver during a traffic stop.ABC News - Top stories -
Transcript: Author David Sanger on "Face the Nation," April 21, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with David Sanger, New York Times correspondent anauthor of "New Cold Wars," that aired on April 21, 2024.CBS News - Politics -
Eagles, Falcons tampering allegations: NFL resolution coming soon, Atlanta could reportedly get harsh penalty
Cousins revealed he communicated with Atlanta's athletic trainer and head of PR before new league yearCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
NFL's potential Falcons tampering discipline could give Bears critical NFL draft gift
The NFL is expected to punish the Atlanta Falcons for tampering with Kirk Cousins, and recent history says that penalty could be a massive draft gift for the Bears.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Matt Ryan officially retires as a Falcon, did he do enough to make the Hall of Fame?
Matt Ryan's legacy with the Falcons will be debated.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Longtime NFL QB Matt Ryan officially retires with Falcons after 15-year career
Ryan currently serves as an NFL analyst for CBS SportsCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Book excerpt: "The Covenant of Water" by Abraham Verghese
The multi-generational tale of a family in India experiencing love and tragedy was a New York Times bestseller, and an Oprah's Book Club pick.CBS News - Entertainment -
Renée Fleming talks new book, "Music and Mind"
Renée Fleming is a five-time Grammy winner, a Kennedy Center honoree and a longtime advocate for the healing power of the arts. For her new book "Music and Mind," Fleming collected essays from leading scientists, artists and health care providers. ...CBS News - Entertainment -
Motorcyclist dies after Ballycastle crash
Benny McIlhatton was on his motorbike when he collided with a car on the Magheramore Road on Saturday evening.BBC News - Top stories -
2 children killed when suspected drunk driver crashes into birthday party
A young brother and sister died and more than a dozen people were injured, authorities said.CBS News - Top stories -
Israeli Airstrikes in Rafah Kill at Least 10 Palestinians, Including Children
For weeks, Palestinians have been bracing for a ground offensive on the southern Gaza city, where over one million displaced people have fled.The New York Times - World - Israel -
2 children dead, 15 people injured after vehicle crashes into building
Multiple people, including children, were seriously injured after a vehicle crashed through a building where a child's birthday party was being held, authorities said.ABC News - Top stories -
Israeli airstrike on house kills 6 children in southern Gaza city of Rafah
The strike late Friday hit a residential building in the western Tel Sultan neighborhood of the city of Rafah, according to Gaza's civil defense.CBS News - World - Israel -
Israeli strikes on southern Gaza kills 18 people, including 14 children
Israeli strikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight killed 18 people, mostly children, as U.S. lawmakers advanced an aid package that would send millions of dollars to Israel. Officials at the Kuwaiti Hospital said the first Israeli ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
Driver Kills 2 Children at Birthday Party at Swan Boat Club, Michigan
An 8-year-old girl and her 5-year-old brother were killed, and 15 others were injured, when the driver drove through a wall at a boat club, the police said.The New York Times - Top stories -
Israeli strikes in Rafah kill 18, mostly children, Palestinian officials say
The deadly strikes come as the U.S. Congress approved sending more aid to Israel.CBS News - World - Israel -
Israeli strikes in Rafah kill 18, mostly children, Palestinian officials say
The deadly strikes come as the U.S. Congress approved sending more aid to Israel.CBS News - Top stories - Israel -
2 children killed when woman crashes car into birthday party
A 66-year-old woman is facing charges after allegedly crashing her car through a building where a birthday party was being held in Michigan on Saturday. Two children were killed and several others were in critical condition Sunday. Lana Zak reports.CBS News - Top stories -
Can you afford to take your children on days out?
Parents and a play centre owner say they are feeling the squeeze when it comes to costs.BBC News - Top stories -
Paedophiles create nude AI images of children to extort from them, says charity
Internet Watch Foundation has found a manual on dark web encouraging criminals to use software tools that remove clothing. Paedophiles are being urged to use artificial intelligence to create nude images of children to extort more extreme material ...The Guardian - World -
Can AI image generators be policed to prevent explicit deepfakes of children?
As one of the largest ‘training’ datasets has been found to contain child sexual abuse material, can bans on creating such imagery be feasible?. Child abusers are creating AI-generated “deepfakes” of their targets in order to blackmail them into ...The Guardian - World -
Trapped and Starving, 2 Families in Gaza Try to Keep Their Children Alive
The United Nations says famine is likely to set in by May. For those living under Israel’s attacks and a crippling blockade, every day is a race against time.The New York Times - Top stories