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‘You’ve got the grass; you put a cow in it, and Bob’s your uncle’: the ranchers trying to halt the devastation caused by Bolivia’s cattle farms
This year, wildfires driven by ranching burned an area of Bolivian forest larger than Portugal – yet beef is booming. Two sets of pioneers aim to make the industry more sustainable. Words and ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Shock as man told 'there's a cow in your pool'
Ian Blackburn said he is over the moon after the bovine was returned safe and well.Top stories - BBC News - November 16 -
Elwood Edwards, Voice of AOL’s ‘You’ve Got Mail!’ Alert, Dies at 74
Early in the internet era, he was also behind other AOL messages, including “Welcome!” “They said my voice was heard more than 35 million times a day,” he once said.Tech - The New York Times - November 8 -
Elwood Edwards, the voice of AOL's 'You’ve Got Mail!', dies at 74
Elwood Edwards, an announcer and local TV staffer who became internationally famous as the voice of AOL’s “You’ve got mail!” prompt to millions at the dawn of the internet era, has died, AOL ...Top stories - NBC News - November 8 -
Elwood Edwards, Voice of AOL’s ‘You’ve Got Mail’ Greeting, Dies at 74
The iconic AOL vocalist passed away from complications of a stroke.Business - Inc. - November 10 -
Christian Vieri: ‘Just like the West Indies, you’ve got to be confident in life’
Inter legend enjoyed a remarkable career in Spain and Italy, but football was not his only love growing up in Sydney. I am having to explain to Christian Vieri that despite us being in London and ...World - The Guardian - November 17 -
'You’ve got a voice kid, use it' - how John Prescott inspired Angela Rayner
Angela Rayner sought inspiration from John Prescott's rise to the near top of the Labour Party and the country.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
White House Christmas tree came from Helene-devastated tree farm
A tree that survived Hurricane Helene in North Carolina was unveiled as the 2024 White House Christmas tree.Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
White House Christmas tree came from Helene-devastated tree farm
A tree that survived Hurricane Helene in North Carolina was unveiled as the 2024 White House Christmas tree.Politics - CBS News - Yesterday -
Post your questions for Billy Bob Thornton
The Oscar-winning actor, writer, director, musician and star of Bad Santa, Armageddon and The Man Who Wasn’t There is ready to answer your questions. What is Billy Bob Thornton’s most iconic role? ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
Explained: The weather conditions that brought the floods
Much of the country has been badly hit by heavy rain and hailstorms, triggering rapid flooding across multiple areas.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Gisèle Pelicot rape trial: children tell of ‘devastation’ caused by their father
Couple’s two sons and daughter beg Dominique Pelicot to reveal if other family members were abused. Gisèle Pelicot’s children have described their “devastation” to learn that their father had ...World - The Guardian - November 18 -
The Guy Behind the Fake AI Halloween Parade Listing Says You’ve Got It All Wrong
An SEO agency owner says he is “very depressed” after one of his AI-assisted Halloween parade listings misled revelers in Dublin, Ireland.Tech - Wired - November 1 -
Elwood Edwards, voice of AOL ‘You’ve got mail’ greeting, dies aged 74
Edwards taped message that became catchphrase and served as title of 1998 film starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. Elwood Edwards, who voiced AOL’s “You’ve got mail” greeting, has died, aged 74.. ...World - The Guardian - November 9 -
Taxing Farm Animals’ Farts and Burps? Denmark Gives It a Try.
Cows and pigs produce a large share of planet-warming methane. A new tax is part of a plan to clean that up.World - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Recognition at last for Tom Bacon, the scientist you’ve never heard of who helped put men on the moon
Cambridge home of the engineer who developed fuel system used on Apollo 11 is to receive a blue plaque. It has been nearly 70 years since Francis Thomas Bacon developed a source of clean green ...World - The Guardian - November 2 -
Everything You Can Try if You Can’t Hear Dialog in Movies and Shows
Tweak these settings and stop missing out on what’s being said.Tech - Wired - November 17 -
Have I Got News for You: how does the US version compare?
The long-running topical comedy show made its way stateside in September and it’s turned out to be a far different proposition than the original. “Big up Keir Starmer,” declared a British prisoner ...World - The Guardian - November 1 -
Aaron Rodgers: You've got to remember why you fell in love with the game
Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers said he was "disappointed" multiple times during his postgame press conference on Sunday and that's an apt, if understated, description of the team's entire season.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 18 -
A moment that changed me: My miscarriages were devastating – but an orca gave me comfort and hope
How can anyone cope with the loss of their pregnancies? When I watched Tahlequah the whale grieve her calf and go on to have another, it felt like the omen I needed to try again. It was winter ...World - The Guardian - October 30 -
Trump Jr.: Biden administration trying to cause ‘World War 3’ by helping Ukraine
Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of President-elect Trump, claimed the Biden administration is trying to cause “World War 3” by helping Ukraine in its war with Russia. “The Military Industrial ...Politics - The Hill - November 18 -
‘You got it or you didn’t’: the sweat, smoke and sonic excess of the indie scene pre-Britpop
A new photography book captures the ramshackle squats and grimy venues that were a playground for confrontationally uncommercial early-90s bands like My Bloody Valentine, Stereolab and Silverfish. ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
New Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 XP Farming Trick Turns You Into A Terrible Teammate
Flashbang grenades are meant to disorient your foes. Instead, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 players have discovered that using them to blind your teammates will net you 15 XP. It's a farming trick that ...Tech - GameSpot - November 1 -
The Happiest Way to Finally Get Your Finances in Order: Try a Joy Audit
Most financial advice relies on willpower and sacrifice. This expert argues you’re more likely to get your finances in order if you chase joy instead.Business - Inc. - November 19 -
No One Tells You What Happens to Your Muscles in Your 40s
The decline in strength and increase in injuries is little recognized and far too infrequently discussed.Top stories - The New York Times - October 30 -
Do you really need to exfoliate your face?
Exfoliation is often presented as an essential step in a skincare routine. What happens if you don’t do it?. Like many teens in the aughts, I spent most nights dutifully scouring my face with a ...World - The Guardian - October 28 -
How the Budget will affect you and your money
The chancellor has delivered a packed Budget, so here's how it affects you and your money.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Leopards Are Telling You That They Will Eat YOUR Face
Many of Donald Trump’s supporters are unprepared for what’s coming if he wins.Top stories - The New York Times - October 31 -
Tuberville: ‘We’re gonna try to get you out of the Senate’ if you vote against Trump
Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), a staunch ally of President-elect Trump, warned his Republican colleagues Wednesday that “we’re gonna try to get you out of the Senate” if they vote against ...Politics - The Hill - November 14 -
This retirement expert saved her mom $1,200 on Medicare drugs — and she’s got advice for you, too
It took many frustrating years for Marcia Mantell to convince her mom to let her help.Business - MarketWatch - November 2 -
Hank Azaria of ‘The Simpsons’ on the key to getting your parents to help you financially
The actor, who has voiced many a memorable character on the long-running animated series, is now heading up a Bruce Springsteen tribute band.Business - MarketWatch - October 28 -
Do you have to fill out your entire ballot?
Some voters may wish to only vote in some races. Here's what happens if you leave fields blank.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
Why can't you wear your political gear to the polls?
An outfit may not be the first thing most people think of before heading to the polls, but a misstep while dressing could jeopardize one’s vote.Politics - The Hill - November 1 -
Will Ferrell in Harris ad: 'Your vote will make the difference. That means you, Gary'
Will Ferrell is rejecting talk of one American not making an impact at the ballot box, saying in a last-minute push for Vice President Harris's campaign that "your vote will make the difference." ...Politics - The Hill - November 4 -
Should you make your bed in the morning? Why some doctors say no
Medically minded social media influencers have been encouraging people to leave their bed linen dishevelled – and all because of the humble dust mite. Name: Making the bed.. Age: I’m a ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
Here’s Why You Need to Be Your Product’s Biggest User
Eliot Horowitz, founder and CEO of Viam, talks about the evolution of his company on the latest episode of ‘For Starters.’Business - Inc. - November 6 -
Should you sell your gold investment as the economy improves? Experts weigh in
Investors may want to consider selling gold to pursue faster growth opportunities or keeping it as a safety net.Top stories - CBS News - November 7