A brave young woman’s daring act in Tehran exposes Western hypocrisy

Perhaps you haven’t heard her story yet. While we don’t know much, we do know the circumstances leading to her presumed death.

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Hungary’s largest oil group attacks western ‘hypocrisy’ over Russian energy

Mol’s links to Moscow have come under scrutiny after Spain’s veto of Hungarian consortium’s bid for train maker Talgo

World - Financial Times - October 27

Iranian police arrest woman after a fight with motorcyclist who accosted her

Roshanak Molaei disappeared in Tehran after being taken into custody by police, raising concerns about her treatment as the country continues to crack down on women who defy mandatory hijab laws.

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The Tigers' Tarik Skubal was the unanimous choice to win the Cy Young Award in the American League, while Braves pitcher Chris Sale won in the National League.

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Sports - ESPN - November 7

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World - The Guardian - November 13

The Predictable Hypocrisy of Megyn Kelly

She smooched a man who continues to denigrate women in public statements.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 5

They're young, but their acting is powerful: four fresh faces this awards season

Young performers — from the films 'Bird,' 'Blitz,' 'Dìdi' and 'Nawi' — have captivated audiences with their vulnerable work.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - Yesterday

Tracking the hours before a young woman became a murder victim

Alex Pennig, 32, was shot dead in her St. Paul, Minnesota, apartment. Detectives used surveillance footage to piece together her final moments.

Braves veteran Chris Sale wins first Cy Young Award in 15th MLB season

This is Chris Sale's first Cy Young award.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 3 days ago

Chris Sale of the Atlanta Braves has been named the National League Cy Young Award winner

Sports - ABC News - 3 days ago

Chris Sale wins 2024 NL Cy Young Award: Braves veteran beats Zack Wheeler, Paul Skenes for first honor

Sale's first Cy Young comes on the heels of a resurgent 2024 season

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Woman asks that battery and assault charges be dropped against Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young

The woman who told police she was the ex-girlfriend of Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young has retracted statements which led to his arrest on misdemeanor charges of battery and assault on Oct. 8

Sports - ABC News - November 7

Take the ‘Death Stairs’ if You Dare

A Facebook page, which began among a few friends, has grown into a popular photo collection of hazardous stairs.

World - The New York Times - November 13

Projectiles seen in sky over Tehran

Israel says it has conducted "precise strikes on military targets" in Iran.

‘Double Standards and Hypocrisy’: The Dissent at Cisco Over the War in Gaza

Employees at Cisco revealed to WIRED the challenges they’ve encountered while petitioning for the cancellation of contracts with Israel and greater recognition of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Tech - Wired - October 30

Iranians Wonder if Trump Wins, Would Things Be Different This Time?

While Donald J. Trump is seen by many in Tehran as having been disastrous for their country, some hope he might be more open to negotiation in a second term as U.S. president.

World - The New York Times - November 4

Patriot by Alexei Navalny review – the man who dared to defy Putin

This remarkable memoir by the bold and fearless Russian opposition leader describes an extraordinary life, from a childhood in the shadow of Chornobyl to surviving a novichok attack and his final ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

How Daring to Be Different Made Nerds Gummy Clusters a Top-Selling Candy

Launched in 2020, the crunchy, chewy candy has posted $500 million in sales so far this year, as consumers make Nerds cool—and profitable.

Business - Inc. - October 28

Chaffetz: 'I dare any Republican senator to vote against' Hegseth

Former Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah) weighed in on President-elect Trump's decision to tap Fox News host Pete Hegseth as his Defense chief, suggesting he will be "easily confirmed." “I dare any ...

Politics - The Hill - November 13

Blackouts expose the Cuban regime's excuses for failure

Cuba's communist regime has failed to provide basic necessities such as food, medicine, and healthcare, and has resorted to repression and modern slavery to maintain its grip on power.

Politics - The Hill - October 27

Clear eyes, blocked views, bad seats: Meet the fan who exposes stadium view obstructions

Michael Barker isn't your average college football fan. He has toured all 134 FBS stadiums with the goal of finding the worst seat in the house.

Sports - ESPN - October 29

Warren Buffett’s Apple trade exposes Berkshire’s dilemma

Tech stock bonanza helped obscure dearth of juicy opportunities for group

Business - Financial Times - November 4

'A fireworks display of frailties' - England exposed in agonising loss

England's doom-loop of narrow defeats continues and it is hard to see how they will break the cycle with South Africa en route to Twickenham.

Does Kane's criticism expose England cracks?

Harry Kane's thinly veiled criticism of England absentees increases current sense of drift, writes Phil McNulty.

Amsterdam violence exposes anti-immigrant Islamophobia in the Netherlands

Violent clashes between locals and Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam has spiraled into a clash of identities in the Netherlands.

Israel announces strikes on military sites in Iran.

Blasts reported around Tehran after a year of escalating confrontations.

World - The New York Times - October 25

Updates: Israel Strikes Iran in Retaliatory Attack

Iran’s national air defense force said that Israel had attacked military bases in three provinces, including Tehran, causing “limited damage.”

World - The New York Times - October 26

Middle East crisis live: Israeli military says it is carrying out strikes on military targets in Iran

IDF spokesman says strikes are a response to ‘months of continuous attacks from the regime in Iran’, as blasts reported in Tehran and nearby city of Karaj. Lebanon’s health minister, Firass Abiad ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

WATCH: Strong explosions reported around Tehran, Iran state TV confirms

Israel confirmed it has begun retaliatory strikes against Iran in the wake of the Oct. 1 missile barrage.

Tehran goes about its daily routine despite overnight Israeli attack

World - Yahoo News - October 26

Israel braces for another Iranian attack after threats from leaders in Tehran

Iran’s supreme leader issues new threat after initially playing down Israeli strikes on Iranian military facilities. Middle East crisis – live updates Israel is bracing itself for another ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Russian rocket launches Iranian satellites into orbit as Moscow and Tehran expand ties

A Russian rocket has blasted off successfully to carry a pair of Iranian satellites into orbit, a launch that reflected growing cooperation between Moscow and Tehran

World - ABC News - November 5

IAEA board passes Iran resolution as West pushes Tehran toward talks

The U.N. atomic watchdog’s 35-nation Board of Governors passed a resolution on Thursday again ordering Iran to urgently improve cooperation with the agency.

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