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Venice in Winter, With a Poet as Our Guide
A writer and his daughter wander the ancient city at night, inspired by Joseph Brodsky, the Russian writer who loved the city in its cold, quiet season.The New York Times - 26m -
Lakers legend Kobe Bryant: Remembrances and reaction
The NBA world remembers the life and legacy of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, who died Jan. 26, 2020.ESPN - 5h -
Kobe Bryant death anniversary: Lakers, WNBA, sports world remember NBA icon five years after his tragic passing
Bryant and his daughter Gianna, along with seven others, were killed in a helicopter crash in 2020.Yahoo Sports - 20h -
A Storm, a Spill and a Disaster for the Black Sea’s Beaches
Vast stretches of Russian coast have been tarred by heavy fuel oil from two freighters that foundered in a storm.The New York Times - 22h -
Women's basketball players reflect on Kobe Bryant's impact on their game five years after his death
Five years after NBA great Kobe Bryant, 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others were killed in a helicopter crash in California, several women’s basketball players reflected on what he meant ...ABC News - 23h -
Larry Nance Jr. on playing with Kobe Bryant: 'All he asked of us was everything we had'
To remember the life of Kobe Bryant on the five-year anniversary of his heartbreaking passing, Larry Nance Jr. opens up about being a rookie during Bryant’s last season in the NBA.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
A Nuggets fan was hired by Nike to paint a Kobe Bryant mural in Venice Beach. 'It was an honor'
A Denver-based artist was commissioned by Nike to paint a Kobe Bryant mural in Venice Beach. An Instagram post featuring the piece has been viewed 2 million times.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Should Sports be a College Major? Some, including Nike, Say Yes
The idea of offering a degree in sports has gained momentum now that college athletes can be paid. Now Nike is joining some academics in pushing for it to become a reality.The New York Times - 2d -
Vanessa Bryant announces Kobe and Gianna mural book right before 5-year anniversary of helicopter crash
Vanessa Bryant is writing a book highlighting 100-plus murals that honor her husband, Kobe, and daughter, Gianna, who died in a helicopter crash five years ago Sunday.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
5 Years After Kobe Bryant’s Death, His Presence Endures
The impact of an N.B.A. superstar’s career carries on in the kind of way that almost makes you forget that he’s gone, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - 13h -
Jaguar Land Rover bets £65m on bespoke paint services
The firm says it will more than double its capacity for bespoke paint orders for wealthy customers.BBC News - 14h -
Two Van Gogh paintings to be shown in London for first time
Works created in hospital after ear mutilation incident to be shown at Courtauld Gallery next month. Two Vincent van Gogh paintings created in the months after the Dutch artist mutilated his ear ...The Guardian - 22h -
How Kobe Bryant lives on in Los Angeles five years after his death
Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others died in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26, 2020CBS Sports - 1d -
Rediscovered Munch painting with ‘intriguing mystery’ to go on display in UK for first time
Striking image will be unveiled at National Portrait Gallery in March, as part of a major exhibition of the Norwegian master’s portraits. At first glance, it is a striking portrait by Edvard Munch ...The Guardian - 1d -
Bryant hosts Binghamton after Chenery's 23-point game
Binghamton visits the Bryant Bulldogs after Tymu Chenery scored 23 points in the Bearcats' 70-65 loss to the Albany (NY) Great DanesABC News - 2d -
Beach-bound: Scheffler to play at Pebble Pro-Am
Scottie Scheffler has committed to play the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am next week, his first competition since suffering a puncture wound to his right hand while preparing Christmas dinner.ESPN - 3d -
Bears fan sends CEO Kevin Warren drink and note asking to hire Johnson
While dining at "Old Pueblo Cantina" in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood, a drink was sent over to Chicago Bears CEO Warren with a note.ESPN - 4d -
Huntington Beach becomes 'non-sanctuary city'
Officials in Huntington Beach, Calif., voted to become “non-sanctuary city” at a Tuesday meeting, citing an effort to work alongside President Trump’s administration to prevent crime. “As the City ...The Hill - 5d -
How Martha Diamond painted New York’s soul — with beefy, brilliant brushstrokes
In an intoxicating exhibition at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, portraits of steel and glass are filled with psychological dramaFinancial Times - 5d -
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Stefanik paints a grim picture of a UN she wants to reform
Trump’s pick to be UN ambassador faced a generally cordial panel of senators on the Foreign Relations Committee.Politico - 5d -
NHL Nugget: How The NHL's Flames Got Their Name
Calgary's NHL team kept the Flames nickname after relocating from Atlanta, but how did the name come to be?Yahoo Sports - Jan. 17 -
The death of DEI is exaggerated, says fund manager targeting Starbucks and Nike
The creator of a fund designed to punish companies engaging in diversity, equity and inclusion activities says the Republican sweep hasn’t really deterred companies as much as has been suggested.MarketWatch - Jan. 16 -
How Skechers’ Business Model Built the Third-Best Selling Footwear Brand After Adidas and Nike
The L.A.-area company is on track to increase sales to $10 billion by 2026, using a product and marketing strategy focusing on consumers its giant rivals overlook.Inc. - Jan. 13 -
Arrests after Charles Darwin grave spray-painted by climate protesters
Two climate activists are in police custody for spraying chalk paint on the Westminster Abbey grave.BBC News - Jan. 13 -
Nuggets vs Mavericks Game Highlights
The Nuggets defeated the Mavericks, 112-101. Nuggets Top Performers Nikola Jokić – 19 points, 18 rebounds, 9 assists 27th double-double of the season Russell Westbrook – 21 points, 10 rebounds, 7 ...Yahoo Sports - Jan. 12 -
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Honoring a beloved mentor with Alzheimer's
When Clay Morton was a student at the University of Arkansas, he was greatly inspired by his geology professor, Dr. Walt Manger, who became a mentor and a guiding light as Morton pursued a career ...CBS News - Jan. 12 -
Teen whose art sells for £23,000 gets first painting lesson
Makenzy Beard, 17, made waves during lockdown after painting a portrait of her neighbour.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Sources: Barça VP steps down over Nike deal
Barcelona vice president Juli Guiu has stepped down over discrepancies relating to the club's new deal with Nike, sources have confirmed to ESPN.ESPN - Jan. 10 -
Anita Bryant, anti-gay rights activist and singer, dead at 84
Anita Bryant Dry, known popularly Anita Bryant — a singer and crusader against the progress of gay rights — has died at the age of 84, her family announced in an obituary.The Hill - Jan. 10 -
The Slow Growth of Hand-Painted Clothes
In an era of fast fashion, some yearn for clothing with a personal touch.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Jokic ruled out for Celtics-Nuggets with illness
Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic was ruled out of Tuesday night's game against the Celtics because of an illness.ESPN - Jan. 7 -
‘I was drenched in painting’: how Jake Grewal’s nudes in nature caused a sensation
His dreamy, mysterious landscapes populated by naked figures have made him a rising star of the art world. But the young artist says he’s still figuring things out. . . . When Luca Guadagnino began ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Jimmy Butler mural in Miami altered with 'I quit' headband after Heat star's trade demand, suspension
The Heat are listening to trade offers for Butler, who's serving a seven-game suspensionCBS Sports - Jan. 6 -
Olympic Sprinter Charged in Confrontation With Miami Beach Police
A lawyer for Fred Kerley, a two-time Olympic medalist, described the police handling of the situation as “an unreasonable use of force.”The New York Times - Jan. 5 -
Events honoring Jimmy Carter to begin in Georgia
This weekend begins six days of memorial events for former President Jimmy Carter, who died last Sunday at the age of 100. Mark Strassmann has more from Carter's hometown of Plains, Georgia.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Watch live: Biden hosts Medal of Honor ceremony
President Biden is set to award the Medal of Honor to seven U.S. Army soldiers in a ceremony Friday evening, with about two weeks left in his presidency. The Medal of Honor is given to members of ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Biden hosts Medal of Honor ceremony at White House
Watch live as President Joe Biden delivers remarks at a Medal of Honor ceremony for seven U.S. Army veterans of the Korean and Vietnam Wars.NBC News - Jan. 3 -
Donald Trump, Pete Hegseth and the Honor of the American Military
Donald Trump’s foreign policy may not be as disastrous as that of George W. Bush, whose idealism and hubris led to calamity, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be corrosive.The New York Times - Jan. 2
