‘This janitor’s daughter became a state deputy’: Leci Brandão, the Brazilian samba star turned communist lawmaker
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How Leipzig became 'perfect' destination for Europe's young stars
When RB Leipzig sold Dani Olmo to Barcelona this summer, it was seen as confirmation the club's philosophy is working.1 hour ago -
ESPN - Sports
'A rabbit hole most people know nothing about': How insurance became the NFL's secret hack
The Jets didn't insure Aaron Rodgers, costing them cap savings. The Eagles and 49ers used insurance to help achieve contender status.2 hours ago -
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Mayor of Atlantic City and his wife are indicted for allegedly beating their daughter
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. and his wife, La’Quetta, the city’s superintendent of schools, have been indicted on child endangerment and other charges for allegedly beating their teenage ...9 hours ago -
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Atlantic City mayor and his wife indicted after allegations they abused teen daughter
The mayor of Atlantic City, New Jersey, and his wife were indicted Tuesday on charges related to allegations of abuse of their teenage daughter.11 hours ago -
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Moscow will support Islamabad's bid to join BRICS, says Russian deputy prime minister
Russia's deputy prime minister says Moscow will support Islamabad’s bid to join the BRICS bloc of developing economies13 hours ago - Russia -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Sade Night Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Bushwick
Fans of all ages slow-danced and lip-synced deep into the night, united by their shared love for Sade, an R&B star who has expanded her audience through social media.16 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
The inner-city alleys being turned into paradise passages
Several of the UK’s northern cities are transforming once neglected passageways into bucolic oases; community spaces filled with urban art, herb gardens — and civic pride19 hours ago -
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Paul Whelan thanks lawmakers for bringing him home during Capitol Hill visit
Freed American Paul Whelan, who just completed a government resettlement program in Texas following his return from wrongful detainment in Russia, thanked the lawmakers.20 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
How extremist settlers in the West Bank became the law
Mobilisation of violent settlers has intensified Palestinians’ fears of attacks and displacementYesterday -
Financial Times - Business
How extremist settlers in the West Bank became the law
Mobilisation of violent settlers has intensified Palestinians’ fears of attacks and displacementYesterday -
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Texas lawmakers show bipartisan support to try to stop a man's execution
A group of Texas lawmakers urge Gov. Abbott, state board to halt an execution.Yesterday -
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Movie Review: Coon, Olsen and Lyonne await a father’s death in ‘His Three Daughters’
In “His Three Daughters,” sisters gather in their father's tiny apartment and wait for his deathYesterday -
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Chris Mason: Lib Dems aim to turn election success into influence
The party is celebrating the election of 72 Lib Dem MPs - but turning this into influence won't be easy.Yesterday -
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How San Diego State, Boise State, Colorado State and Fresno State will impact Pac-12 in college basketball
What the slow rebuild of the Pac-12 means for college basketball worldYesterday - College Football -
Inc. - Business
How Crossfit Became the New Power Lunch
Two-hour leisurely lunches are over. Today, sweat networking reigns as the power move for hard-charging entrepreneurs.Yesterday -
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PHOTO COLLECTION: Britain's Prince Harry turns 40
This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors.2 days ago - United Kingdom