Amadou Mahtar M’Bow, 103, Dies; His Tenure Leading UNESCO Was Stormy
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The Guardian - World
Cinema in mafia boss’s Sicily hometown refuses to show film of his life
Venue owner says Sicilian Letters, about the Cosa Nostra leader Matteo Messina Denaro, ‘doesn’t interest me’. The owner of the only cinema in Castelvetrano, the Sicilian hometown of the notorious ...Yesterday -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Maggie Smith, 'Harry Potter' and 'Downton Abbey' actor, dies at 89
The Oscar-winning actor, known for her roles as Violet Crawley in 'Downton Abbey' and no-nonsense Professor McGonagall in the 'Harry Potter' films, died Friday.Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
Oscar-Winning Harry Potter Star Maggie Smith Dies At 89
Dame Maggie Smith, the two-time Oscar-winning actor best known for playing Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter movie franchise and the acid-tongued Violet Crawley, the Dowager Countess ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
An Unexpected Spark Leads to a Journey of Acceptance
The actress Jessica Phillips and Chelsea Nachman, a theatrical publicist, felt an instant attraction after first meeting seven years ago. But it took a few years before their romance took off.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Minnesota poll shows Harris widening lead over Trump
Vice President Harris’s support in the state of Minnesota ticked up in polling versus her political rival, former President Trump, according to a new survey released on Thursday. Harris had a ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
BBC News - Top stories
Martial arts coach, 19, dies in mountain climb fall
Phil Zhu was visiting Snowdonia with his two younger brothers when he slipped on rocks.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
'Voice of snooker' Everton dies aged 87
Tributes are paid after renowned snooker commentator Clive Everton dies at the age of 87.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
OpenAI shift to for-profit company may lead it to cut corners, says whistleblower
Ex-employee William Saunders says he is also concerned by reports Sam Altman could hold stake in restructured firm. OpenAI’s plan to become a for-profit company could encourage the artificial ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Harris holds wide lead over Trump in New York: Poll
Vice President Harris boasts a wide 14-point lead over former President Trump in the blue bastion of New York, new polling shows, roughly double the edge President Biden held there earlier this ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
He Was Open to Love — but Kept His Job a Secret
After Jonathan Filiberto, a medium known as Jonathan Mark, matched with Jessica Rega on a dating app, it took months before he shared what he did for a living.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Giancarlo Stanton, post clinching, reflects on the state of his Yankees career
After the Yankees' 10-1 win over the Orioles on Thursday night to win the AL East, Giancarlo Stanton discussed his road back after an injury-plagued 2023.Yesterday - MLB -
NBC News - Politics
Trump promotes watches branded with his name
Former President Donald Trump promoted watches branded with his name, his latest involvement in business endeavors as he campaigns for the White House.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Former NBA player, G League coach Joe Wolf dies at 59
Wolf remains one of the best high school basketball players is Wisconsin's history.Yesterday - NBA -
The New York Times - Top stories
Biden, Eyeing His Legacy, Signs Executive Orders on Gun Safety
The president used a poignant White House ceremony to pass the baton to Vice President Kamala Harris, who has made gun safety an issue in her campaign.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
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BBC reporter's 'ill-looking' AI clone fails to fool colleagues
Cyber Correspondent Joe Tidy has an AI clone of himself built to see how sophisticated they can be.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Will Ferrell on being his trans friend's road trip ally
Will Ferrell and Harper Steel go on a journey of discovery across the US in a new documentary.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Vance’s Mother Deals With Her Past and His Future
In his 2016 memoir, Senator JD Vance of Ohio described a rough childhood owing to his mother’s devastating drug addiction. Today, he and his mother, Beverly Aikins, are a remarkable team.Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Ballykelly woman dies after car collides with bus
Joyce Taggart, 84, was driving the car and was pronounced dead at the scene.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Longest-Tenured Captains in NHL History
Who are the longest-tenured captains in NHL history?Yesterday - NHL -
The New York Times - Sports
In His ‘Office,’ Bryce Harper Advises the Next Generation of M.L.B. Hitters
Opponents have started to see a different version of the Phillies’ star.2 days ago - MLB -
Inc. - Business
Are You Leading on Empty? How to Recognize and Combat Manager Burnout
Seasoned HR leader Daisy Auger-Dominguez outlines practical strategies for battling burnout in a new book.2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Cowboys defeat division rival Giants in 'Thursday Night Football'
Cowboys face Giants on road in New York2 days ago - NFL -
The Guardian - World
Sexual assault claims made over Mohamed Al Fayed’s Fulham tenure
Lawyers for accusers say several allegations relate to Fayed’s time as football club’s owner. Sexual assault allegations have been made relating to Mohamed Al Fayed’s 16 years of ownership of ...2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Watch: Scottie Scheffler loses his cool as tempers boil over in Presidents Cup
As if Scottie Scheffler’s year has not been lively enough, the unassuming world No 1 was involved in an on-course flare-up with his great friend Tom Kim as the one-sided Presidents Cup turned all ...2 days ago -
ESPN - Sports
Transfer Talk: Boniface leads Chelsea striker shortlist
Chelsea have added Bayer Leverkusen's Victor Boniface to the list of options being considered as the club aim to sign a striker. Transfer Talk has the latest.2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Guns Are Now The Leading Means of Suicide in Women
New C.D.C. data show that firearms remain the leading means of suicide for both men and women.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
I asked my partner to name me as his beneficiary. He says he will but has not. What can I do? | Leading questions
It is possible he does not want to make this change, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith . Is there another way to give you peace of mind?. Read more Leading questions My partner, ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Science
Punching Octopuses Lead Fish on Hunting Parties
Octopuses and fish are routinely seen working together on the ocean floor, and now scientists say that the cephalopods are the leaders of the pack.5 days ago