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As a writer, Neil Gaiman is a serial fantasist. That, it seems, also applies to his feminism | Catherine Bennett
Allegations of sexual misconduct are proving hard for fans and friends of the ‘geek royalty’ author to process . Perhaps uniquely in the history of #MeToo, the women now alleging sexual misconduct ...The Guardian - 14h -
Waltz: 'We’re confident that we can save TikTok, but also protect Americans'
Rep. Mike Waltz (R-Fla.), President-elect Trump's incoming national security adviser, said Sunday that Trump is committed to saving TikTok while ensuring Americans are safe. In an interview on ...The Hill - 5h -
Caryl Phillips: ‘It was Britain that made me a writer’
The New York-based Kittitian-British author on why he set his new novel in the immigrant community of 1960s Notting Hill, the pitfalls of celebrity, and how he never misses a Leeds United match. ...The Guardian - 1d -
Neil Gaiman, ‘Babygirl’ and the Ethics of Social Liberalism
The tortured quest for a morality both liberated and safe.The New York Times - 2d -
Women’s claims of sexual abuse must be heard – unless they’re about master storyteller Neil Gaiman, apparently | Marina Hyde
It’s easy to process allegations against textbook scumbags like Harvey Weinstein. When it is beloved authors and ‘allies’, less so. Draw near, allies, for these are dark days for “kink-shaming”. At ...The Guardian - 2d -
Drake’s lawsuit against Kendrick Lamar also puts artistic freedom on trial
Drake is understandably vexed about lyrics framing him as a ‘certified paedophile’ – but diss tracks are a deliberately lurid part of rap. There were people who thought Drake v Kendrick was the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Dept. of Education: Title IX applies to athlete pay
The direct payment plans that many major college athletic departments are making for athletes would violate Title IX law, according to a Department of Education memo.ESPN - 2d -
Amanda Palmer ‘profoundly disturbed’ by sexual assault allegations against ex-partner Neil Gaiman
The singer-songwriter posted a statement on Instagram after multiple women accused the author of sexual misconduct in a New York Magazine article this week. Neil Gaiman’s ex-partner Amanda Palmer ...The Guardian - 3d -
‘Women are the best to women’: has Iceland found the antidote to toxic ‘girlboss’ feminism?
Fifty years ago, Icelandic women went on strike, kickstarting a gender revolution. Today, the concept of ‘konur eru konum bestar’ is everywhere – including the female-led coalition government . ...The Guardian - 3d -
Neil Gaiman denies sexual assault allegations: 'I don't accept there was any abuse'
Neil Gaiman, the bestselling fantasy author, denies sexual abuse allegations made by eight women in an explosive New York Magazine article.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Trade Steph Curry? It's unfathomable, but also the right move for all involved
Golden State is mediocre and Curry's career timeline is reaching a similar spot as Tom Brady's last year in New England. A trade would help both player and team.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
British author Neil Gaiman denies ever engaging in non-consensual sex as more accusers come forward
Best-selling British author Neil Gaiman has released a statement denying he has ever engaged in non-consensual sex after a magazine published allegations from several women, accusing him of sexual ...ABC News - 4d -
Author Neil Gaiman faces more sexual assault allegations
The Sandman and American Gods author is the subject of a New York Magazine cover story.BBC News - 5d -
Fox News taps Will Cain to replace Neil Cavuto as daily afternoon host
Cain, a former ESPN personality, joined Fox News in 2020, where he was a co-host of "Fox & Friends Weekend."Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Neil Robertson stuns John Higgins with dramatic Masters fightback
Australian, a late call-up, wins 6-5 having been 5-1 down Murphy defeats Wilson 6-3 and faces Robertson next Neil Robertson made the most of his late call-up to the Masters with a stunning ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
What are we paying senior royals for, if not to show up at presidential funerals? | Catherine Bennett
Perhaps grandma’s grudge against Jimmy Carter explains why Edward, 14th in line, was sent. That legendary boozer the late queen mother liked to entertain her guests with an “anti-toast”, in which ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
TikTok, Facing a US Ban, Is Also Waging Legal Battles Around the World
TikTok is challenging a possible ban or forced sale to new owners in the United States, but has for several years been waging other fights in at least 20 countries.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
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Celebrated New Yorker Writer Enlisted as Model
How do you follow up a couple best-selling books? If you’re Patrick Radden Keefe, you star in a J. Crew ad.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Birkenstock sues ‘copycat’ rivals claiming its sandals are applied art
German maker of fashionable cork-based footwear files three lawsuits alleging copyright infringement. Once sneered at as the preserve of muesli-loving, Guardian-reading hippies, Birkenstocks have ...The Guardian - Jan. 9 -
Cassidy doesn’t seem completely on board with RFK Jr
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Cassidy doesn’t seem completely on board with RFK Jr Senate Health Committee chairman Bill Cassidy (R-La.) ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
LiAngelo Ball, also known as 'G3,' to perform at Rolling Loud California
G3 released his hit single "Tweaker" on Friday and was announced as a Rolling Loud performer Tuesday.ESPN - Jan. 8 -
The question that changed my life: seven writers on the conundrum that transformed everything
From choosing between a relationship and a baby to imagining a life without sex, how a simple question revolutionised seven lives. Hannah Booth Continue reading...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Don’t Count Out Human Writers in the Age of AI
The appetite for AI-derived drivel isn’t as strong as many publishers would have you believe, and demand for quality content is growing.Wired - Jan. 8 -
‘Inflation levels seem to be increasing’: Businesses are worried about tariffs and rising prices.
The holiday shopping season gave a boost to service-oriented companies in December, but top executives were wary of potential Trump tariffs and a recent uptick in inflation.MarketWatch - Jan. 7 -
Indiana serial killer's victims could be identified amid new push
Investigators estimated at least 25 people were buried at Harold Baumeister's estate, based on evidence that included 10,000 bones and bone fragments.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Apply Today for Inc.’s 2025 Best Workplaces List
Got a best-in-class company culture? Here’s your chance to share it with your peers, clients, and prospective employees – and you can apply today.Inc. - Jan. 6 -
Harlan Coben says ‘quite a bit of tragedy’ in his 20s made him a better writer
Bestselling author and Netflix producer said extensive early experience of grief was ‘very cruel but effective teacher’. American thriller writer Harlan Coben said experiencing “quite a bit of ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Dumping losers to buy Tesla or Palantir seems like a no-brainer. It isn't.
We have two stocks that are worth owning, but only on ethos not on earnings.CNBC - Jan. 5 -
The Guardian view on film and feminism in China: women feel Her Story is their story | Editorial
The hit comedy has struck a chord by celebrating female friendship and pushing back against misogyny. Just over a year ago, Xi Jinping told China’s national women’s congress that the Communist ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
As the Taliban open their doors to tourism, they are closing windows on women | Catherine Bennett
Specialist travel companies are using euphemisms to avoid the gender apartheid. Having denied Afghan women jobs, education and free movement, ordered them to be totally covered, banned them from ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
Jeff Baena, writer-director married to Aubrey Plaza, dead at 47
Jeff Baena, an independent filmmaker best known for directing “Life After Beth” and co-writing “I Heart Huckabees,” died Friday, according to the Los Angeles County medical examiner.NBC News - Jan. 5 -
Neil Young reverses decision on canceled Glastonbury performance
The 79-year-old rock legend said he'll perform at this year's Glastonbury festival after announcing earlier that he'd pulled out.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 3 -
Mike Johnson seems to lack the votes to remain House speaker in first round
House Speaker Mike Johnson will have to court his Republican colleagues some more to obtain enough support to retain his gavel. At least three lawmakers voted against him during the first round of ...CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Neil Young reverses his Glastonbury 'boycott'
The rock legend will now headline despite initially criticising what he called "corporate control".BBC News - Jan. 3 -
Neil Young shuns Glastonbury over 'corporate control'
The rock star says the festival, which is partnered with the BBC, is "now under corporate control".BBC News - Jan. 2 -
A power that seems will never die
'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof used footage from actual protests in Iran to create large portions of his feature film.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1 -
Hundreds apply for restitution for abuse suffered at Florida reform schools
Hundreds of people who say they suffered physical or sexual abuse at two state-run reform schools in Florida are in line to receive tens of thousands of dollars in restitution from the state, after ...NBC News - Jan. 1 -
GamesBeat writer Rachel Kaser’s Top 5 Games of 2024
GamesBeat news writer Rachel Kaser lists the games of 2024 that she most enjoyed and which she found to be the best experiences.VentureBeat - Dec. 31
