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The Guardian - World
‘Sails on the ship’ and ‘ashes of disaster’ – quotes of election night
From Jacob Rees-Mogg quoting Chitty Chitty Bang Bang to Neil Kinnock’s description of George Galloway, the TV coverage offered some notable moments. It was a great night for those glued to their screens. An election result of this magnitude was ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The EU confirmed plans to impose additional tariffs on electric cars made in China, dashing hopes of a solution sought by several carmakers whose executives fear reprisal from an escalating trade war.
The EU confirmed plans to impose additional tariffs on electric cars made in China, dashing hopes of a solution sought by several carmakers whose executives fear reprisal from an escalating trade war. -
CBS News - Top stories
At least 2 swimmers bitten by shark off Texas' South Padre Island
Another two people encountered the same shark, but were not seriously hurt, officials said. -
BBC News - Top stories
Chasing the 'Ghost' - a superstar struck down by lightning
John White did the League and Cup Double and won the Cup Winners Cup winner, but his sudden death left his son searching for the man beneath the comic-book persona -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Olaf Rove's American Dream
My great grandfather came from Norway with nothing. The land of freedom and opportunity gave him a new life. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
For $10.25 Million: A New Orleans Mansion With a Wine Cellar, 'PsychedelicRoom' and Ghosts
The infamous Lalaurie Mansion, which spans roughly 10,300 square feet in the city’s French Quarter, is rumored to be haunted. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
It Was the Last Slave Ship to Reach the U.S. Or Was It a Hoax?
The discovery of the ‘Clotilda’ wreck brought global attention to Mobile, Ala. But now there are questions. -
MarketWatch - Business
Mother of six whose $444 Trader Joe’s receipt went viral still considers the store ‘super cheap’
A video showing a California mom’s $444.38 grocery bill has been viewed more than 17 million times. And she told MarketWatch she’s actually OK with the total tab. -
ABC News - Tech
Confused by all the TikTok trends? This glossary might help
Anyone who shops or uses the internet probably has encountered a TikTok trend, whether they know it or notTiktok -
NBC News - Top stories
How an Afghan student fulfilled her American dream
When the Taliban took over Afghanistan, Zahra Shahnoory was forced to stop going to school. After immigrating to the U.S. with her family last year, Zahra resumed her high school studies and hopes to enroll in college this fall. NBC News' Erin ... -
ESPN - Sports
Kroos retires as Germany Euro dream 'shattered'
Toni Kroos said Spain "shattered" Germany's dream of a home Euro 2024 triumph after Mikel Merino's 119th minute goal eliminated the hosts and ended the former Real Madrid midfielder's career. -
NBC News - Top stories
American teen missing in Germany after leaving cruise ship, police say
An American teenager disappeared during a cruise in Germany, police said. -
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The Guardian - World
Hippos might fly: UK research discovers animal can get airborne
Analysis shows hippos get all four feet off the ground at once up to 15% of the time when at full pelt. It takes a scientific mind to see the grunting hulk of a hippopotamus and wonder whether, given sufficient motivation, such an improbable beast ...United Kingdom -
GameSpot - Tech
MaXXXine's Blood-Soaked Hollywood Setting Is A Surreal Dream Come True
When X, the first movie in what's become director Ti West's epic horror trilogy, premiered, there was no way to tell how deep we'd sink into this bizarre and terrifying world. Now, with MaXXXine, the third installment due out Friday, star Mia Goth ... -
The New York Times - Top stories
California’s Excessive Heat Challenges Inland Homeowners
Residents moved to Mountain House, Calif., to escape soaring housing costs near the coast. Now, they just have to survive the searing summer heat.California -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Sign Snatchers Beware, That Campaign Poster Might Have an AirTag
The geotracking devices are leaving thieves dumbfounded—and occasionally facing criminal charges. -
The Guardian - World
‘Nothing compensates for the stolen years’: the Afghan women rebuilding shattered dreams in Iran
More than 1,000 days after the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan, women and girls are reluctantly seeking education elsewhere. . Relief set in the moment Hasina crossed the border into Iran. For two years, the Taliban barred the 24-year-old ...Iran -
The Guardian - World
Cigarettes After Sex: ‘Our lyrics might be a bit dirty for some people’
The Texan band’s risqué name and sultry brand of dream-pop has earned them billions of streams. They talk about writing immortal love songs and eyebrow-raising wordplay. When he was growing up in El Paso, Texas, Greg Gonzalez dreamed of one day ... -
CNBC - Business
Dream of moving abroad? This Central American destination is the No. 1 country for expats
Some 82% of foreigners in this Central American country say they're happy with their lives abroad. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Carlos Alcaraz outlasts Frances Tiafoe at Wimbledon for five-set victory
Carlos Alcaraz rallied from a set down to defeat Frances Tiafoe in five sets 5-7, 6-2, 4-6, 7-6(2), 6-2. -
The New York Times - Top stories
How Biden Might Be Thinking About the Decision Ahead of Him
Does Biden run? Does he step aside? His recurring considerations are family, legacy and, yes, his age.Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
Younger Americans less likely to believe American dream still possible: Pew
Story at a glance Nearly 60 percent of U.S. adults below age 50 believe the American dream is dead, according to a new Pew Research Center survey. The poll found that more specifically, 57 percent of adults between the ages of 30 and 49 think the ... -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Future is now? Bo Nix might not have a real QB competition in Denver
The Broncos' selection of Nix 12th overall was controversial. But a look at their QB room as training camp approaches might reveal Sean Payton's plan out of the gate. -
The Guardian - World
Spain end Germany’s dream and France squeeze past Portugal – Football Daily
Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Philippe Auclair, Archie Rhind-Tutt and Jonathan Fadugba as Spain beat Germany in a thriller and France defeated Portugal on penalties in a less exciting game. Follow Football Weekly wherever you get ... -
BBC News - Top stories
The London-born Chelsea fan looking to end England's dream
As England prepare to face Switzerland in the quarter-finals, meet the London-born Chelsea fan looking to end the Three Lions' Euro 2024 dream. -
The Hill - Politics
Driverless trucks could be on Texas roads later this year
Story at a glance (NewsNation) — Self-driving trucks sound like something out of a science fiction movie set far in the future but they could be on Texas highways before the end of this year. Uber Freight recently expanded its partnership with ... -
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When Texas could feel Beryl's impact
Tropical Storm Beryl is moving across Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula after coming ashore as a powerful Category 2 hurricane Friday morning. Strong winds and life-threatening storm surge have damaged buildings and toppled trees. Janet Shamlian reports ...Texas -
The New York Times - Top stories
The Wide, Wide World of Judy Chicago
The 84-year-old American is perhaps best known for her groundbreaking feminist installation “The Dinner Party,” but she is an artist with a formidable range. -
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ABC News - World
Tall Ships Races with 50 classic vessels seek to draw attention to Baltic Sea's alarming condition
Dozens of classic sailing vessels from 13 countries that are plying the Baltic Sea have arrived in the Finnish capital at the end of the first leg of the Tall Ships Races that began in the Lithuanian port city of Klaipeda in late June -
Inc. - Business
Shipping Companies Push Back Against Vessel Speed Rules Designed to Protect Whales
Shipping and commercial fishing companies say these rules, designed to protect whales, pose economic consequences -
NBC News - Top stories
China anchors ‘monster ship’ in South China Sea, Philippine coast guard says
The Philippines said on Saturday that China’s largest coastguard vessel has anchored in Manila’s exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea, and is meant to intimidate its smaller Asian neighbour.China -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
'It screams SEC': Texas looks the part as Longhorns plant their flag
It's a new era in college sports. The rich are getting richer and more powerful than ever. Nowhere was that more clear than at a lavish celebration of Texas' SEC move. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Texas officially welcomed into the SEC and Utah names its coach in waiting
On today's episode, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde recap the celebration at the University of Texas for their first official day in the SEC, Utah naming Morgan Scalley as their next coach, and a bizarre story surrounding Kyle ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Iconic Texas painting saved from Goodwill sells for over $100,000
The same family owned the painting for a century, not realizing the artist was a Texas titan. -
ABC News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl strengthens to Category 3 as it heads toward Yucatan Peninsula
Hurricane Beryl has strengthened to a Category 3. -
NBC News - Top stories
Four injured in Fourth of July shark attacks in Texas, Florida
A shark bit three people off a southern Texas beach in what the city's fire chief called an unprecedented incident on the Fourth of July, the same day another person was bitten by a shark in Florida, officials said.Florida -
ABC News - Top stories
WATCH: 4 shark bite incidents in South Padre Island, Texas
Officials believe that the same shark was responsible for all the incidents, one of which sent the victim to the hospital.