5 things to know about NBC News’ investigation into unclaimed bodies used for research in Texas
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The Guardian - World
Elite US universities rake in millions from big oil donations, research finds
Student-led analyses raise concerns of conflict of interest at six universities, including Princeton, Columbia and Cornell. Prestigious US universities are raking in millions of dollars from fossil ...4 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
The ‘China Initiative’ failed US research and national security. Don’t bring it back.
The Biden administration ended the China Initiative in February 2022 after a strategic review determined that it fueled a “harmful perception” of bias in Justice Department investigations and ...7 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Delta faces US investigation after flight passengers report bloody ears and noses
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CBS News - Top stories
What to know about the explosions in Lebanon
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ESPN - Sports
What to know about Portland's WNBA expansion franchise
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BBC News - Top stories
What we know about the walkie-talkie explosions
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The Guardian - World
Hilary Mantel was my mentor. Here are seven things she taught me about writing – and life
In 2007, after my manuscript had been rejected for the 44th time, a colleague offered to introduce me to a published novelist. It turned out to be Mantel – and I was fortunate enough to soak up her ...19 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
Endangered sea corals moved to Texas Gulf Coast for research, restoration
Scientists have moved about 300 endangered sea corals from South Florida to the Texas Gulf Coast for research and restorationYesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
As Texas Power Grid Faces New Strains, Renewables Help Meet Demand
Texas, the biggest oil-producing state, has turned to solar power and battery storage to see it through extreme weather. But with demand rising, much more power will be needed.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
More Americans getting their news from TikTok: Research
A growing share of U.S. adults regularly get their news from TikTok, a trend driven by a surge in the platform’s popularity among adults under 30, according to a new analysis from the Pew Research ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Blinken says US did not know about exploding pagers in Lebanon, calls for restraint
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday that the U.S. did not know about and was not involved in a wave of exploding pagers targeting Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon, and urged restraint ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
What to Know About the France Rape Trial of 51 Men
Prosecutors say that, for almost a decade, Dominique Pelicot drugged his wife to rape her, alongside dozens of other men he invited to abuse her.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
What to know about Sean "Diddy" Combs' charges
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman breaks down the charges in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal indictment and what to expect in the trial.Yesterday -
Wired - Tech
Most US Teens Use Generative AI. Most of Their Parents Don’t Know
A news survey shows that AI use among high schoolers has exploded in recent months, as educators and parents struggle to keep up.Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Vatican opens new investigation into leaks surrounding its 'trial of the century' probe
The Vatican prosecutor has opened a new investigation into the alleged leak of information about its “trial of the century” probe into a London property investmentYesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
The Champions League's new table explained
The Champions League will follow a new format from 2024-25 - BBC Sport explains what will change and what will stay the same.2 days ago - UEFA Champions League -
The Guardian - World
John Grisham on death row prisoner: ‘Texas is about to execute innocent man’
‘There was no crime,’ says author about Robert Roberson who was convicted of murder based on discredited science. The bestselling writer John Grisham has joined scores of bipartisan politicians, ...2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Texas medical program stops using unclaimed bodies following NBC News investigation
The University of North Texas Health Science Center had dissected, studied and leased out the bodies of hundreds of people, even as some families searched for them.2 days ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
What to know about Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ indictment
Sean “Diddy” Combs has been indicted on sex trafficking and racketeering charges in an ongoing investigation in New York2 days ago -
The New York Times - Sports
What College Football Week 3 Revealed About Texas, Georgia and Shedeur Sanders
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CBS Sports - Sports
One thing we learned about each team in Week 2 of 2024 NFL season
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The Hill - Politics
5 things to know about the Sean 'Diddy' Combs indictment
Sean "Diddy" Combs is expected to appear before a federal judge Tuesday after being charged with abusing, threatening and coercing women and others around him to “fulfill his sexual desires, ...2 days ago -
Inc. - Business
5 Bad Things That Will Happen to You as a CEO
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CBS News - Top stories
What to know about Sean "Diddy" Combs' arrest
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs has been indicted by a grand jury in New York City and is now in federal custody with a court appearance expected Tuesday. The arrest comes after several lawsuits ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
Instagram Teen Accounts: What to Know About New Privacy Settings
The social media app says new privacy settings and features will create more age-appropriate experiences for youth under 18.2 days ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
From 5-7 to No. 1: How Texas transformed into college football's top team in four years under Steve Sarkisian
Steve Sarkisian just a few years removed from the worst debut season of any Texas head coach since World War II. Now? The Longhorns are finally -- for now -- the toast of college football.2 days ago - College Football -
CBS News - Top stories
Investigators still searching for cause of Texas pipeline explosion
A pipeline exploded about 25 miles southeast of Houston, Texas, on Monday. Surrounding neighborhoods were evacuated and nearby schools were told to shelter in place. CBS News correspondent Janet ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
What to Know About Secret Service Protection After Trump Assassination Attempts
Levels of protection depend on a protectee’s position and the assessment of risk.3 days ago - Donald Trump -
NBC News - Top stories
NBC News investigation reveals Texas medical school leasing out body parts of unclaimed corpses
A Texas medical center has been studying and leasing out the body parts of unclaimed people without the consent of that person or any survivors. After an NBC News investigation exposed its ...3 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
What We Know About Accused Gunman in Apparent Attempt to Assassinate Trump
The man arrested after Secret Service agents opened fire while protecting Donald Trump was charged with two federal gun crimes on Monday.3 days ago - Donald Trump