‘My body is broken, but I’m not going to give up’: Hanif Kureishi on life after the accident that paralysed him
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Business - MarketWatch
‘This is my big chance to secure my future’: I’m about to inherit $600,000. What should I do with all this lovely cash?
“Should I go for a high-yield account or a money-market for savings? I already have 401(k), IRA, and brokerage accounts, and laddered CDs.”47 minutes ago -
Tech - Wired
Pig Butchering Scams Are Going High Tech
Scammers in Southeast Asia are increasingly turning to AI, deepfakes, and dangerous malware in a way that makes their pig butchering operations even more convincing.2 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Trump's chances edge up in presidential race
Vice President Harris has lost some of her mojo in the battle for the White House. Former President Trump’s chances of a second term are edging up, and Democrats are fretful. To be clear, Harris ...2 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - BBC News
King says a republic is up to Australian people
Ahead of a royal visit, King Charles says it is up to the Australian people to decide if they want to be a republic.2 hours ago - Australia -
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Harris to release her medical report to give Trump's health new scrutiny: Senior aide
Harris to release medical report to give Trump's health and advanced age new scrutiny, a senior aide told ABC News.3 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
‘Dumplings in Chinatown!’ Chicago Bears bask in UK life before Jags clash
The NFL visitors are making the most of their travels before facing the Jacksonville Jaguars in Tottenham on Sunday. By Gavin Willacy for No Helmets Required . Back in London for the first ...3 hours ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
I Will Return: play brings to life stories of Ukrainian children taken by Russia
Journalist Oksana Grytsenko’s play based on interviews with teenagers is imbued with the dark humour of a nation living with tragedy. In a small, underground theatre in central Kyiv, an audience is ...3 hours ago - Ukraine -
Top stories - NBC News
China's economic woes give its markets a week to forget, and its public little cause for optimism
This week's market slump comes at a time when China is struggling to recover from the pandemic and is beset with inflation and a sluggish property market.3 hours ago - China -
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World - The Guardian
Jon Sopel: ‘The best kiss of my life? That could get me into trouble’
The journalist and podcaster on dreaming of Donald Trump, being shot at, and an awkward celebrity crush. Born in London, Jon Sopel, 65, joined the BBC in 1983 as a reporter and producer for Radio ...3 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
My terminal illness has taught me how precious life is – but also the value of a good death | Nathaniel Dye
The assisted dying bill could alleviate the suffering of society’s most vulnerable, but MPs’ choice is not an easy one. For me, the assisted dying bill being put before parliament isn’t just ...4 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
My abuse in the Osho Rajneesh cult has haunted me for decades. Now I’m ready to speak out | Sarito Carroll
Children like me, abused under the guise of ‘liberation’, have been left out of narratives about spiritual communes – until now. In 1978, when I was nine years old, I unexpectedly moved to India ...5 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘My body is broken, but I’m not going to give up’: Hanif Kureishi on life after the accident that paralysed him
He was known for taboo-busting, transgressive stories about identity, sexuality and belonging. Then the author and screenwriter broke his neck. But he’s still every bit as provocative …. • ‘A bomb ...6 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
China promises to borrow more to shore up economy and boost banks
No details of amount of fiscal stimulus as Beijing says it will help regions buy back idle land and property6 hours ago - China -
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How a woman murdered her parents and hid the secret for four years
Movements at the McCullough family home were secretive, but neighbours could never have known why.6 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Man killed in Colorado mine accident identified as tour guide
The man who died in a Colorado mine elevator accident was a 46-year-old tour guide with a 7-year-old son, officials said as investigators look at what occurred.7 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Tim Dowling: it’s my wife’s birthday. So why are we at the pub quiz?
My wife is enjoying herself but I am distraught. I’m not usually competitive, but quizzes do something to me. It is my wife’s birthday and I have found the perfect present for her, by clicking on ...7 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Of course I’m in the airport queue with the stag party: Edith Pritchett cartoon
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Business - Financial Times
My search for the perfect work soundtrack
Music can boost both productivity and mood — that’s if you find the right tune8 hours ago -
Sports - ABC News
Kucherov scores go-ahead goal, two empty-netters to push Lightning past Hurricanes in season opener
Nikita Kucherov had a third-period hat trick to help the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 in the season opener for both teams8 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
AFLW stars stand tall against body shaming but government must tackle online haters
With a defiant gesture to social media trolls, Essendon’s Madison Prespakis has shone a spotlight on the government’s lack of progress in curbing online abuse. The body shaming of one of ...13 hours ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Modern Love Essayists Write Letters to Their Younger Selves
We asked essayists to write a letter to the person they were when they published their Modern Love essay. Here’s what they shared.13 hours ago -
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Sports - Yahoo Sports
Flyers Call Up Exciting Prospect Defenseman
One of the Flyers' most intriguing prospects has been called up to the NHL roster.15 hours ago -
World - ABC News
British woman who killed her parents and lived with their bodies is sentenced to life
A British woman who murdered her parents and then lived for four years alongside their bodies in makeshift tombs at the family home has been sentenced to life imprisonment and told she won’t be ...17 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Kerr states Wiggins must step up to be Warriors' second scorer
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr spoke to NBC Sports Bay Area's Kerith Burke about his sky-high expectations for Andrew Wiggins entering the 2024-25 NBA season.18 hours ago -
Sports - ABC News
After going from 106 losses to the playoffs, the Royals already are aiming for more next season
The Royals are looking forward to next season with a pronounced sense of optimism after going from a 106-loss trainwreck last year to the AL Division Series this year18 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
How a break-up of Google could transform tech
The Department of Justice’s proposal to shake up the company is a seminal moment for the industry. If it prevails in court, AI start-ups could benefit19 hours ago - Google -
World - The Guardian
Woman jailed for life after murdering parents and living with bodies in Essex
Virginia McCullough, 36, kept bodies of her father and mother in house for four years after their deaths. A woman who murdered her parents and lived with their bodies for four years has been jailed ...19 hours ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Stellantis Falls as Executive Shake-Up Fails to Calm Nerves
Stellantis shares slipped following the troubled automaker’s announcement of a sweeping management reshuffle just days after it slashed full-year earnings guidance.Yesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Waking up to wild bulbs
Garden insiders are increasingly forgoing modern blooms-on-steroids for original ‘species’ varieties, with their vintage beauty, disease resistance – and bang for your buckYesterday -
Business - Financial Times
Ben Pentreath: my volte face from committed renter to new homeowner
Ten years ago, the architectural and interior designer wrote a piece for this paper extolling the virtues of renting. But he broke his own rules — and is now on the road to home ownershipYesterday -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Boise State’s Goth Volleyball Player, Nora Hayd, Speaks Up
“I just wanted to look as much like myself as I could,” Nora Hayd said of the team headshot that made her an online sensation.3 days ago - Volleyball