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'I found my cousin in Cairo, then we went to war'
London veteran Percy Chafer never knew what happened to his cousin during World War Two - until now.Top stories - BBC News - November 9 -
'I felt broken until my autism diagnosis at 70'
An estimated 90% of autistic people over 50 have not received a diagnosis, research suggests.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
‘I feared for my life’: stories of sexual harassment on the Camino de Santiago
Female pilgrims tell of terrifying aggression, the lingering effects and their belief that their cases are far from isolated. Women walking Camino de Santiago speak of ‘terrifying’ sexual ...World - The Guardian - November 11 -
Geraldo Rivera on Gaetz pick: 'I threw up in my mouth'
Television personality and former Trump ally Geraldo Rivera blasted President-elect Trump’s nomination of now-former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) for attorney general, saying the decision was a ...Politics - The Hill - November 15 -
'I want my womb removed but doctors say I'm too young'
Emily, who is 26, says her requests for a hysterectomy are ignored because of her age.Top stories - BBC News - November 17 -
Is My Employee Taking Advantage of the Flexibility I Give Her?
I want to be flexible, but she’s asking for a lot.Business - Inc. - November 18 -
Nadal's career over after Spain's Davis Cup defeat
Rafael Nadal's illustrious career is over after his Spain team were beaten by the Netherlands in the Davis Cup quarter-finals.Top stories - BBC News - November 19 -
Will my credit score drop if I pay a credit card debt collector?
Paying off an old debt could have an impact on your credit score — but not always in the way you'd think.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
'I can't say what my face will do in two hours'
Amy Green, who has Bell's palsy, says seeing Tulisa on TV helps raise awareness of the condition.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
Rodgers: Jets 'my first option' if I play in 2025
Aaron Rodgers disputed a report that said he wants to continue his NFL career in 2025 on a team other than the Jets.Sports - ESPN - 9 hours ago -
'I spent my wedding night gambling away our money'
At the height of her addiction, Elissa Hubbard was spending about £40,000 a year on gambling.Top stories - BBC News - 7 hours ago -
The moment I knew: a huge water balloon hurtled towards me – and he jumped in front of it
In her first year of university Chantelle Van Niekerk didn’t want a relationship. But then she met Rico, her intellectual and emotional equal. Find more stories from The moment I knew series ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
11 surprising things from this earnings season, including my favorite stock so far
Take notes and tuck them away until the election is confirmed. They should all hold up.Business - CNBC - November 4 -
Dabo Swinney says the impending college football roster cap is 'the worst thing in my whole coaching career'
Team sizes could be limited to 105 players as part of the NCAA's House settlement.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 19 -
I used to think Googling my symptoms kept me healthy. My mother’s death showed me I had to quit | Elle Warren
Tragedy, and an OCD diagnosis, reshaped my understanding of what I was doing – and why. When I got my first period aged 11, but not again for 18 months, I worried I might be the next Virgin Mary, ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
I inherited $200,000. One of my daughters is married with kids, but the other has debts. Do I split my windfall 50/50?
“She has incurred a lot of debt due to the financial strain of a sick pet, a car loan, student loans and an unpaid military home loan.”Business - MarketWatch - November 16 -
My wife glazes over when I talk about my writing. How can I come to terms with her indifference? | Ask Philippa
Your persona as an author is in the public domain, so perhaps your wife wants to keep the private you to herself. The dilemma I am a 53-year-old husband, happily married for 10 years. ...World - The Guardian - November 17 -
‘I worry I’ll be forced to sell the house’: My parents put their house in my name. Was this a terrible mistake?
“When my mother passes away, what will the tax implications be?”Business - MarketWatch - November 2 -
‘It was obvious I wasn’t in Kansas anymore’: My local bank has no cashiers — and declined to accept my money. What’s going on?
“I’ll be looking for a new bank next week.”Business - MarketWatch - November 5 -
A moment that changed me: I gave up my job – and found my self-esteem
When I moved with my partner to Washington DC, it was months before I was granted a work permit. At first, my confidence took a hit. Then I felt liberated to start a new life. When my boyfriend ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
What should my wife do with my Roth IRA when I die?
Beneficiary designations are not the answer in every situationBusiness - MarketWatch - November 13 -
My greyhound Basil is an awkward loner weirdo – now I know how my parents felt | Patrick Lenton
My mum and dad eventually realised I was happy being a little freak. And so is Basil. Get our weekend culture and lifestyle email After his first day of daycare, my long, stinky son Basil came ...World - The Guardian - November 14 -
‘Makes my heart beat faster’: why I Know Where I’m Going! is my feelgood movie
In the first of a new series in which writers explain their favourite mood-lifting watch, an ode to a charming 40s romance. In search of solace, I always turn to a film that will take me away from ...World - The Guardian - November 18 -
My children don’t care about me. I’m 61 and want to rewrite my will. Where do I start?
“I do not see myself living with my children at the end of my life.”Business - MarketWatch - 3 hours ago -
Blind date: ‘10 out of 10, I felt positively giddy on the train ride home’
Sarah, 29, a writer, meets Max, 31, an applications engineer. What were you hoping for? To be ambushed by a young Oliver Reed and charioted through London on a golden carriage. Continue ...World - The Guardian - November 16 -
I Gave My Son the Books I Loved. He Chose ‘Heidi’ Instead.
What a 19th-century Swiss novel, and a young fan’s pilgrimage to the Alps, taught me about fatherhood.Top stories - The New York Times - November 11 -
'I can one day tell my grandkids that I played Rafa': Nadal retires, with an unreachable legacy
Rafael Nadal retires on Tuesday at the Davis Cup, after more than 20 years in pro tennis -- and with a record on clay that might never be surpassed.Sports - ESPN - November 19 -
I’m inheriting $600,000. Should I fire my parents’ longtime adviser? And what should I do instead?
You need to find the right financial adviser for you, regardless of previous relationshipsBusiness - MarketWatch - 21 hours ago