‘It was wet. It was filthy. It was aggressive. I said, I’ll take the racoon. But keeping exotic pets is cruel’
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George Miller: ‘Where do I keep my Oscar? I swear, I don’t know’
The Furiosa, Mad Max and Happy Feet director talks tap dancing, life as a twin and what he’d tell his younger self. Get our weekend culture and lifestyle emailWhat is the best thing about being a twin?. The shared experience. We spent the first 20 ...The Guardian - World -
The moment I knew: I said ‘marry me or never see me again’ – and he went straight down on one knee
Chelsea Reed and David shared a workplace and a love for 60s pop. Then an expiring visa threatened to end everything before it had even begun. It was 2015, and my then-boyfriend and I were living in Canada on working holiday visas from Australia. ...The Guardian - World -
Tyson Fury: ‘There’s a lot to be said for a normal job. Me? I can’t go anywhere. I’m tortured’
The heavyweight on why he’s happier picking up dog mess than facing life in the limelight before his fight against Oleksandr Usyk. Tyson Fury can be boorish and crass. He can make you squirm and shudder with his outbursts and prejudices. The giant ...The Guardian - World -
Keep forgetting things? Worried about your brain? Here’s what I learned when I had mine scanned
From dementia to mild cognitive impairment, it’s easy to be terrified of what ageing will do our minds. But the vast majority of us can reduce the danger – especially if we look after our bodies. Like a lot of people who are getting on, I find ...The Guardian - World -
Jesse Marsch slams USMNT manager search after taking Canada job: 'I wasn't treated very well in the process'
Marsch discussed his decision to take the Canada job on Call It What You WantCBS Sports - Sports -
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs admits he beat ex-girlfriend Cassie: ‘I take full responsibility’
Music mogul says in video statement that he is ‘truly sorry’ after CNN released clip of him attacking Cassie in hotel hallway in 2016. The rap mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs admitted in a video apology that he punched and kicked his ex-girlfriend in ...The Guardian - World -
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‘I racked up $45,000 in credit-card debt doing home repairs’: Should I refinance my $1.5 million house — or take out a personal loan to pay it off?
“We live in a very strong housing market in Los Angeles so we’re not worried about it losing value.”MarketWatch - Business -
We have $3.9 million in retirement and cash, but face a $60,000 annual college bill for our child over 5 years. Can I retire if my wife keeps working?
“Should I go back to some kind of part-time employment?”MarketWatch - Business -
Every Exotic Weapon and Armor In Destiny 2: The Final Shape (So Far)
Destiny 2: The Final Shape is raising the stakes for the final chapter in the Light and Darkness Saga, but more importantly, it's also adding several new Exotic weapons and armor pieces to the game. Remember, if you're going to face down a ...GameSpot - Tech -
Now everyone hates private equity I’ll buy some
And I’ve found a way to do it that avoids the insane feesFinancial Times - World -
Tokyo battles surge of destructive raccoons that went from pet to pest
Hotline set up in Japan’s capital to report sightings of raccoons, which became popular as pets after success of 1970s TV anime series. Having won the battle to tackle Tokyo’s population of giant, ravenous crows, the city’s authorities are now ...The Guardian - World -
Replit cuts staff by 30 amid aggressive AI push in software development
Replit, a cloud-based software development platform, lays off 30 employees as it focuses on integrating AI into its coding tools, aiming to make programming more accessible.VentureBeat - Tech -
Critics Fault ‘Aggressive’ N.Y.P.D. Response to Pro-Palestinian Rally
Officers were filmed punching three demonstrators at the protest in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. The police said protesters were blocking the streets.The New York Times - Top stories -
‘I’m weary of repeating myself’: How do I deal with rich friends who take $22,000 cruises and book $800 hotel rooms? Prices are crazy enough already.
“When one friend made a fuss over wanting to fly business class, I threatened to cancel completely.”MarketWatch - Business -
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‘I’ll say a prayer’: Fury and Usyk eschew trash talk before heavyweight battle
Fighters respectful after discordant buildup to Riyadh bout‘I am excited … let’s make history,’ says Ukrainian UsykTyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk were in no mood for needless chatter at the final press conference before they meet for Saturday ...The Guardian - World -
Where Is Xur Today? (May 17-21) Destiny 2 Exotic Items And Xur Location Guide
Mere weeks remain between now and the launch of The Final Shape expansion, and with several Exotic weapons getting fine-tuned for the big fight ahead, now is a good time to say hello to your favorite roaming arms dealer. Here's where you can find ...GameSpot - Tech -
Despite Inflation Concerns, Markets Keep Rising
Stocks on both sides of the Atlantic set records as investors foresee interest rates moving in one direction: down.The New York Times - Business -
Why the Dow Keeps Hitting New Records
The DJIA has just hit 40,000—but didn’t it just reach 30,000 three years ago? The Dow’s milestones keep coming faster and faster. WSJ’s Gunjan Banerji explains why.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Surging Hospital Prices Are Helping Keep Inflation High
Hospital prices last month notched their highest increase in 13 years. The hikes are a reason U.S. inflation remains elevated.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Departing Boeing CEO Keeps His Board Seat
Shareholders defied a proxy advisor and kept Dave Calhoun on the board of the troubled plane maker, while unionized workers may get trained in whistleblower laws amid a slew of manufacturing safety issues.Inc. - Business -
Will Trump take the stand?
The concern will be that the jury expects Trump to take the stand — as does the ultimate jury, the American voters who make up the court of public opinion.The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
The Israeli military said that five of its soldiers were killed by friendly fire from an Israeli tank in Gaza.
The Israeli military said that five of its soldiers were killed by friendly fire from an Israeli tank in Gaza.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Atlanta officer accused of killing Lyft driver allegedly said victim was ‘gay fraternity’ recruiter
An Atlanta police officer accused of murdering a Lyft driver allegedly said the victim was in a gay fraternity trying to recruit him.NBC News - Top stories -
What Michael Cohen has said in testimony so far in Trump criminal trial
Michael Cohen, Donald Trump's former lawyer, spent hours on the stand Thursday defending his credibility in the former president's New York criminal trial. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe breaks down Cohen's testimony so far with the ...CBS News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Cowboys' Dak Prescott meets fan who said he wouldn't be alive without QB's mental health message
Dallas' International Fan of the Year Eduardo Flores said he wouldn't have gotten through father's death without PrescottCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash along with the country's foreign minister, state TV said.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash along with the country’s foreign minister, state TV said.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
Democrats Take Jewish Voters for Granted
We are liberal and support Israel. The party risks losing us by pandering to its antisemitic elements.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi dead in helicopter crash
Flight came down on Sunday in remote and mountainous north westFinancial Times - Business - Iran -
Raisi’s death deals blow to Iranian regime
Hardline cleric was seen as integral to republic’s succession planFinancial Times - Business - Iran -
Wegovy Can Keep Weight Off for at Least 4 Years, Research Shows
Users receiving weekly injections saw their weight fall, plateau, and stabilize over the course of a four-year trial—but it’s still unclear how long these effects last after stopping taking the drug.Wired - Tech -
Dead hand of the immovable Glazers keeps strangling Manchester United | Jonathan Liew
Leaky Old Trafford roof was almost a too perfect sign of neglect by owners who love the money but don’t seem to like the club. In February, the NFL players’ union carried out its second annual survey of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and let’s just say ...The Guardian - World - Premier League -
China’s spy threat is growing, but the West has struggled to keep up
For years, Western spy agencies have talked of a need to focus on China, but senior officials say the threat has not been taken seriously enough.BBC News - Top stories - China -
Protesters vow to keep up pressure on Tesla as it expands German gigafactory
Town of Grünheide approved the US automaker’s plan on Thursday to double the capacity of the site, despite opposition. Environmental protesters vowed to keep up the pressure on Tesla after failing to stop plans by Elon Musk’s company from ...The Guardian - World - Tesla -
Why bitcoin and gold might be your move to keep your wealth safe
Both assets are far removed from government’s grasp.MarketWatch - Business -
Senate GOP looks to Trump to keep hold of House majority
Senate Republicans believe the party’s chances of retaining its slim House majority will sink or swim with former President Trump in November as Democrats remain cautiously bullish of winning back the chamber despite chaos in the House GOP ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Virginia governor allows Confederate groups to keep tax exemptions
Republican Glenn Youngkin also vetoed bills related to maintaining access to contraception, saying they were ‘not ready’. Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin has vetoed two bills that would have stripped tax exemptions for the United Daughters of the ...The Guardian - World -
When to Treat Your 401(k) as a Bank. And When to Keep It Locked Up.
Higher interest rates make retirement-plan loans more attractive, but there are risks.The Wall Street Journal - World