A day in the life of Beacon, the therapy dog at U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials
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New documentary explores actor Christopher Reeve's life and legacy
In 1978, Christopher Reeve made the world believe in superheroes with his portrayal of Superman in the eponymous film. The star died in 2004, nearly a decade after suffering a tragic accident that ...2 hours ago -
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Saturday Sessions: Marcus King performs "Mess My Life Up Again"
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Marcus King started playing guitar at eight. As a teen, he formed his own band and started performing. Now, he's releasing his third critically acclaimed solo ...5 hours ago -
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Two children, aged 4 and 6, injured by four dogs
A woman is in custody after being arrested on suspicion of having dogs dangerously out of control.6 hours ago -
World - ABC News
One year in, war casts a shadow over every aspect of life in Israel
Across Israel, it can seem on the surface that much of life has returned to normal, but a year of war has cast a pall and is affecting nearly every facet of daily life7 hours ago - Israel -
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Documentary explores the life of "Superman" icon Christopher Reeve
"Super/Man" explores the real-life heroism of Christopher Reeve using interviews and home videos.7 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Watch: Dog steals Gareth Bale’s golf ball after near-perfect chip
A dog managed to do what many of football’s greatest defenders never could – steal the ball off Gareth Bale. The former Wales international looked on in disbelief at the Dunhill Links as a puppy ...7 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Harsh terrain, extreme fatigue. Life as a wildland firefighter in a heatwave: ‘It’s not normal for humans’
Firefighters carry heavy packs along rugged slopes to calm fast-moving fires, and sweltering weather is compounding already dangerous work. Life as a roofer in Florida’s sweltering heat: ‘It ...10 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Good girl and true hero’: dog saves owner by leading US officer to her home
Gita, 13, sat down in middle of road in Washington state after owner hurt his leg, fell and couldn’t get up. A dog saved her owner – who hurt his leg at home in rural Washington state , fell and ...10 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Flatpack coffins and robot dogs: patents applications show UK inventions of 2023
Other submissions included a vertical grand piano, smart goalie gloves and cheese made of potatoes. A robot dog that does the vacuuming, a flatpack coffin and a cross between a cookie and a cake ...14 hours ago - United Kingdom -
Sports - The New York Times
The Former N.F.L. Great Pursuing an Olympic Curling Spot
After a 12-year professional football career, Jared Allen found a new sport.20 hours ago - Olympics -
Business - CNBC
U.S. ports start 100-day countdown clock to new strike, and automation is poised to be the dealbreaker
The East and Gulf Coast ports strike deal isn't close to done, with a fight over automation between ILA union and USMX ownership group facing Jan. 15 deadline.23 hours ago -
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Behind the Tyre Nichols trial mixed verdict
Three officers charged in connection to the beating death of Tyre Nichols received mixed verdicts Thursday in Memphis, Tennessee. CBS News' Elise Preston breaks down the trial's results.Yesterday -
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Jurors in trial of Salman Rushdie's attacker likely won't hear about his motive
Jurors who will be picked for the trial of a man who severely injured author Salman Rushdie in a knife attack likely won’t hear about the fatwa that authorities have said motivated him to actYesterday -
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Business - The New York Times
U.S. Hiring Surges, Surpassing Expectations
The labor market bounced back in September, adding 254,000 jobs, a sign that economic growth remains solid. The unemployment rate fell to 4.1 percent.Yesterday -
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Judge rules public can view video evidence in French mass rape trial
A previous ruling is reversed in the trial of a man accused of drugging his wife and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her.Yesterday -
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Hurricane Helene's effect on the U.S. economy
Ripple effects from Hurricane Helene are already hitting American wallets as victims wait for basic needs from the federal government. Ryan Sweet, chief U.S. economist for Oxford Economics, joined ...Yesterday -
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Boy's injuries consistent with abuse, murder trial told
Craig Rowland denies murdering his son Lewis as he stands trial in Belfast.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
‘Amazing’ trial shows drug combination stops lung cancer advancing for longer
Exclusive: Global trial finds treatment with amivantamab and lazertinib halts progression for average of 23.7 months. Doctors are hailing “amazing” trial results that show a new drug combination ...Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Medtronic voluntarily recalls insulin pumps due to risk of shortened battery life
Company says a single drop, bump, or physical impact can affect batteries by damaging internal electronicsYesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Meet Spot, the LAPD's new crimefighting robot dog
The futuristic four-legged machine, which boasts the size and agility of a 70-pound golden retriever, has been met with both fascination and concern.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
‘Editing it was like exposure therapy’: Shiori Ito, the reluctant face of Japan’s #MeToo movement
After reporting a high-profile journalist for sexual assault, Ito was championed and vilified. She relives that night and the aftermath in her documentary Black Box Diaries. When Shiori Ito ...Yesterday -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
A Welcome Break on ‘One of the Hardest Days’ of Her Life
Mary Kathryn Burke was ready for a drink after her mother was admitted to the hospital. Jonathan King messaged her at the right time.Yesterday -
World - The New York Times
The S.S. United States May Soon Find New Life on the Florida Seafloor
The S.S. United States, one of the fastest ships to ever cross the Atlantic Ocean, may be sunk off the coast and turned into a habitat to marine life as the world’s largest artificial reef.Yesterday - Florida -
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3 ex-Memphis officers found guilty of witness tampering in Tyre Nichols' fatal beating
Three former Memphis, Tennessee, police officers were convicted Thursday of federal witness tampering charges related to the deadly beating of Tyre Nichols in 2023.Yesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Prosecutors Secured Convictions in a Trial Over Tyre Nichols’s Death
Federal prosecutors painted a picture of officers who did not stop one another from pummeling Mr. Nichols even when he did not pose a threat.Yesterday -
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Tyre Nichols jury returns mixed verdict for 3 ex-Memphis officers
The jury returned the verdict the same day in the trial of three former Memphis officers charged with civil rights violations in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
How the port strike could impact daily life
Port workers are striking from Maine down to Texas, costing the U.S. economy as much as $5 billion per day but raising questions about how the strike will directly impact consumers. Despite a run ...2 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
On the road: Plenty of NBA teams mixing the grind of training camp with resort life
The Cleveland Cavaliers were hitting golf balls into a lake and some people couldn’t figure out why2 days ago - NBA -
Business - CNBC
U.S. crude oil jumps as Biden comments on possible Israel retaliation against Iran
Supply disruption risks are increasing as fighting in the Middle East intensifies, according to analysts.2 days ago - Joe Biden -
Sports - CBS Sports
Explaining FIFA Council's calls on Israel-Palestine, women's Olympic soccer, Club World Cup rosters
The FIFA Council met in Zurich on Thursday to address several topics2 days ago - World Cup -
Top stories - The New York Times
Donald Trump, You Lucky Dog
It’s unnerving how many fortunate things have happened to this guy.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - Financial Times
Ex son-in-law of F1’s Ecclestone on trial in £200mn money laundering case
James Stunt is one of five men accused of allowing Mayfair offices to be used for criminal purposes2 days ago -
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Ticket prices for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics range from 30 to nearly 3,000 euros
Ticket prices for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics range from 30 euros ($33) for men’s and women’s hockey preliminary games all the way up to nearly 3,000 euros ($3,300) for the most costly ...2 days ago - Olympics -
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Father on trial accused of murdering young son
Craig Rowland is charged with the murder of Lewis Rowland who died in October 20182 days ago -
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Couple can't sue Uber after daughter clicked away trial rights on Uber Eats
A couple, badly hurt in an Uber crash, can’t sue the company because their daughter once waived trial rights while using Uber Eats — a fateful click that prevents the family from suing the tech ...2 days ago -
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Simone Biles' post-Olympic tour is helping give men's gymnastics a post-Olympic boost
Gymnastics star Simone Biles is giving the men's side of the sport a welcome boost2 days ago - Olympics -
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Ship queue grows at U.S. ports as dockworker strike enters third day
Long lines of container ships queued up outside major U.S. ports on Thursday as the biggest dockworker strike in nearly half a century entered its third day.2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Upper Crust owner SSP blames Paris Olympics for slower Europe sales
Food chain group says region was ‘behind expectations’ after some tourists avoided the French capital2 days ago - Olympics