‘Bass on one shoulder, bow and arrows on the other’: life with Fela Kuti on history’s most dangerous tour
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The crypto Congress: momentum builds for ‘most significant’ digital asset law in history
Crypto industry insiders are becoming more optimistic that new legislation that would sideline the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will get strong bipartisan support in a vote this week, and potentially even become law before the end of ...MarketWatch - Business -
Sondheimer: McRae siblings one-up each other on way to Dartmouth
Romello McRae will graduate this spring from Fairfax High and join high-achieving brother Robert and sister Elyjah at the Ivy League school.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
One dead and dozens injured after London to Singapore flight hit by turbulence
Singapore Airlines says 211 passengers and 18 crew on board SQ321, which diverted to BangkokFinancial Times - Business -
One Dead, Dozens Injured as Singapore Airlines Flight Hits Severe Turbulence
A 73-year-old British national who had a history of heart problems likely died from cardiac arrest, an airport official said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Deadpool And Wolverine Has Strongest Day-One Ticket Pre-Sales In Franchise History At Fandango
Deadpool and Wolverine tickets went on sale on May 20, and they sold very well at Fandango. The ticket-seller reported that first-day pre-sales for Deadpool and Wolverine are the site's biggest of 2024 so far. Not only that, but Deadpool and ...GameSpot - Tech -
Iran state TV says 'no sign of life' detected at crash site of helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi, others
Iran state TV says 'no sign of life' detected at crash site of helicopter carrying President Ebrahim Raisi, othersABC News - World - Iran -
How Ivan Boesky became one of the most infamous figures on Wall Street and the inspiration for Gordon Gekko
Ivan Boesky’s 1986 guilty plea to insider trading, accompanied by a then-record $100 million fine, brought to a close a period of roaring 1980s exorbitance on Wall Street and beyond that became the calling card of the so-called Me Generation.MarketWatch - Business -
‘We were all going through traumas under one roof’: the drag queen adoption drama inspired by real life
Daf James’s life was upended when he and his husband adopted three kids – and he knew he had to write about it. As Lost Boys & Fairies hits the screen, the writer and cast talk about queer lives, Welshness and what makes a family click. Lost Boys ...The Guardian - World -
Daniel Stern almost lost role of Marv in 'Home Alone': 'One of the stupidest decisions in my showbusiness life'
Daniel Stern almost wasn't cast in the role of Marv in 'Home Alone' -- a recurring theme throughout his career and memoir, 'Home and Alone.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
She Wants to Make San Francisco Ballet an ‘Arrow to the Future’
Tamara Rojo, the company’s new artistic director, has a vision of ballet as for the people — all the people — with dances that reflect our world.The New York Times - Top stories -
Giants' Lee needs shoulder surgery; season over
Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee will undergo season-ending surgery on his left shoulder, the team announced Friday.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Studio Ghibli takes a bow at Cannes with an honorary Palme d'Or
Studio Ghibli, the Japanese anime factory of surreal ecological wonders that has for 39 years spirited away moviegoers with tales of Totoros, magical jellyfish and floating castles, was celebrated Monday by the Cannes Film Festival with an ...ABC News - Entertainment -
The Dangerous Political Headwind Facing Biden
Many voters who respect the president don’t necessarily want him to return to office.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Madonna’s Celebration Tour Proves She Won’t Quit
If this were the last tour of Madonna’s career, she would retire as the most influential female pop star of all time.The New York Times - Top stories -
Top 20 Global Concert Tours from Pollstar
AP Global Top 20 Pollstar Week of 05/20/24ABC News - Entertainment -
Sources: Arsenal, Chelsea set for historic U.S. tour
Arsenal and Chelsea are set for preseason tours of the U.S., including a friendly against each other in Washington, D.C., sources told ESPN.ESPN - Sports - Premier League -
Korda secures sixth LPGA Tour title of year
Nelly Korda holds off the challenge of Hannah Green to record a sixth LPGA Tour victory in seven starts.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery
The Korean star signed a $113 million deal with the Giants last offseason.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
A Moderna Patent Bailout Would Set a Dangerous Precedent
The Justice Department tries to use a wartime statute to make taxpayers pay for the company’s potential infringement liability.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Political Violence in Slovakia Reminds Us of the Dangers of Polarization
The shooting of Slovakia’s prime minister comes with a backdrop of growing political polarization.The New York Times - Top stories -
Trump Is Rarely Silent, but Testifying Would Be 'Really Dangerous'
A grueling cross-examination could torpedo the former president’s chances with the jury in the hush-money case.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
Tsai Ing-wen, the leader who brought Taiwan closer to the US, bows out
Taiwan’s first female president has presided over big social changes, but her main legacy is the cultivation of the island’s rising prominence on the world stage. Taiwan’s new president takes office as China says independence and peace ‘like water ...The Guardian - World -
Venice Exhibition Traces the History of Buccellati
“The Prince of Goldsmiths, Rediscovering the Classics” pays special tribute to the founder’s fortuitous meeting with a man who would become his patron.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
The Biggest Treatment Disaster in NHS History
Infected Blood Inquiry finds evidence of cover-upBBC News - Top stories -
Lizzy McAlpine follows her breakout hit with an 'Older,' and wiser, tour
Lizzy McAlpine's song "Ceilings" went viral on TikTok last year. Her new album "Older," coming to the Greek Theatre, sounds nothing like it.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Country superstar Kenny Chesney reflects on his tour and music journey
Kenny Chesney recently kicked off his summer tour. The country superstar talks with "CBS Mornings" about his historic career and shares how his music continues to evolve.CBS News - Top stories -
Private tour inside St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City
Join Norah O'Donnell for a rare, private tour inside St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, the largest church in the world. Watch Sunday's 60 Minutes for a wide-ranging conversation with Pope Francis and tune in Monday, May 20, for a Primetime ...CBS News - Top stories -
Lil Nas X: I felt like an imposter on tour
The rapper and singer discusses having to learn how to perform after rising to fame online.BBC News - Top stories -
The 10 most impactful offseason moves
After a busy couple of months in the NFL, Liz Loza lists the moves that meant the most in the fantasy world this offseason.ESPN - Sports -
Jung Hoo Lee injury: Giants outfielder to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery after crashing into wall
Lee hit .262 in 37 games before the injuryCBS Sports - Sports -
New York Giants QB Tommy DeVito still has a chip on his shoulder
DeVito enters his second season behind Daniel Jones and free agent addition Drew Lock.ESPN - Sports - New York -
Xander Bogaerts injury: Padres infielder leaves game with apparent shoulder injury after diving for ball
Initial tests on Bogaerts came back negativeCBS Sports - Sports - MLB -
Giants' Tommy DeVito has 'chip on his shoulder,' motivated to prove he's a better QB entering second season
DeVito, who got benched after six starts in 2023, says his 'growth will be through the roof now' with a full offseasonCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Padres' Xander Bogaerts leaves game due to shoulder injury after diving for grounder
San Diego Padres second baseman Xander Bogaerts left Monday's game against the Atlanta Braves after injuring his shoulder while diving for a ground ball. Initial tests showed no serious damage.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Mysterious origin of the "tree of life" revealed
The trees have been called both "grotesque" and "one of the most charismatic species on our planet" – and now we know where they came from.CBS News - World -
My Twisted Path to a Meaningful Life
A bad night of partying left my body broken and nearly paralyzed. I let the pain shape me for the better.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
We'll Protect Both Life and IVF
A Senate bill to clear up confusion after an Alabama Supreme Court ruling.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Cannabis stocks rise as U.S. moves to reclassify pot as less dangerous
Cannabis companies including Cresco Labs, Trulieve and Ayr Wellness post solid gainsMarketWatch - Business -
US prisoners are being assigned dangerous jobs. But what happens if they are hurt or killed?
An Associated Press investigation into prison labor in the United States found that prisoners who are hurt or killed on the job are often being denied the rights and protections offered to other American workersABC News - Top stories -
‘Exhausting and extremely dangerous’: Mohammad Rasoulof on his escape from Iran
Exclusive: The director of The Seed of the Sacred Fig details how he discarded electronic devices and fled over the mountains on foot after authorities sentenced him to eight years in prison and flogging. Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof escaped ...The Guardian - World - Iran