Beach books at the ready: authors pick their essential summer reads
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It's considered the first American novel, but this 1789 book isn't quite summer beach reading
Critics have long debated which books qualify as a ‘Great American Novel -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Private-Equity Insiders Offer Their Summer Reading Picks
Among this year’s recommendations: a novel on Shakespeare’s marriage, a book on doing business in Putin’s Russia, a take on ‘magical overthinking’ and two works by industry veterans. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
14 Books We Read This Week
The story of communism in America, Alexander the Great’s final years, Winston Churchill at the White House and more. -
CBS News - Top stories
The best beach reads for 4th of July weekend
Kick back, relax and lose yourself in one of the best and most engrossing summer beach reads of 2024. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Paul Theroux, Author of Almost 60 Books, Has Advice for Aspiring Writers
After 60 years and almost as many books, the novelist and travel writer, 83, will stop when he falls out of his chair. -
CBS Sports - Sports
LOOK: Tom Brady hits Micah Parsons for TD after being picked off by Damar Hamlin during beach football game
Brady can still play with the best of 'emNFL -
The New York Times - Top stories
This Is the Drink of the Summer Every Summer
Vibrant, refreshing pink lemonade, a circus concession turned classic, is the taste of the season. -
BBC News - Top stories
Where has summer gone?
It's been a return to cooler and wetter weather following late June's spell of heat. Can we expect the return of anything warmer soon? -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How to Build Your Best Beach Cooler
These sophisticated spritzes, ciders, beers and bottled cocktails make a refreshing change from an anemic, poorly chilled six-pack. Follow this expert cooler-packing advice, and your drinks will stay cold all day, too. -
CNN - Top stories
Dare to bare: 24 of the world's best nude beaches
From big-city bays to secluded shores, there are hundreds of beaches where you can legally frolic while naked. If you're so inclined, strip off that bathing suit and enjoy 24 of the best nude beaches around the world. -
The New York Times - Top stories
Two Teenagers Drown Off Brooklyn Beach
The girls, ages 17 and 18, went into the water near the Coney Island boardwalk as thunderstorms rolled in. It was the second pair of drownings off city beaches in two weeks. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The Civilizational Imperative to Wear Seersucker in Summer
Shorts and T-shirts have become our national go-to outfit, but a classic lightweight suit looks better on almost every man—and the stripes are optional. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Five Best: Books on the Seaside
Selected by Elsa Devienne, the author, most recently, of ‘Sand Rush: The Revival of the Beach in Twentieth-Century Los Angeles.’ -
CBS Sports - Sports
MLB trends: Byron Buxton's resurgence, MacKenzie Gore's breakout and why you don't stink at reading fly balls
See what's real and what may not be as the 2024 season chugs along into the second halfMLB -
CBS News - Top stories
AI company lets dead celebrities read to you. Hear what it sounds like.
ElevenLabs uses AI to capture the voices of deceased performers such as Judy Garland and James Dean.Artificial Intelligence -
CBS News - Top stories
Sea lion with pups nearby charges toward people on San Diego beach
A sea lion that appeared to be defending its pups charged toward beachgoers in San Diego, video taken in June shows. According to local officials, the area by La Jolla Cove is a popular spot for sea lion mothers to raise their young from May to ... -
NBC News - Top stories
Nearly 100 beaches across the country are closed or have swimming advisories
Officials in at least 10 states have closed beaches or warned people not to swim in the water due to high bacteria levels ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. -
ABC News - World
Mexico evacuates sea turtle eggs from beaches as Hurricane Beryl approaches
Stung by past failures to prepare for hurricanes, the Mexican government is evacuating even sea turtle eggs from beaches ahead of Hurricane Beryl -
The Hill - Politics
Dozens of US beaches closed or hit with swimming advisories on July Fourth
Dozens of beaches in the U.S. are closed or under swimming advisories on the Fourth of July, as a result of high levels of bacteria in the water. Local and state governments have issued warnings about shores in their own areas but there is no ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Multiple people reported injured in shark attacks on Texas beach
Officials say four people reported shark bites off South Padre Island, Texas, on the Fourth of July. Three of them were taken to a hospital and the other was treated at the scene. The attacks are now among at least 15 in the waters off U.S. ... -
ABC News - Top stories
2 killed and 3 injured in July Fourth attack in California beach city
Police say two people were killed and three others injured in Independence Day violence in a Southern California beach cityCalifornia -
Financial Times - World
Ask a Stylist: dressing for summer events — whatever the weather
Choose clever materials that can help to regulate your body temperature -
ABC News - Top stories
Why mass shootings and violence increase in the summer
Violence and mass shootings often surge in the summer months -
The Hill - Politics
How to spot the Milky Way without a telescope this summer
Story at a glance (NewsNation) — This summer, you can gaze at the Milky Way without the need for a telescope, but you may have to drive a bit to get a good view. The center of our galaxy is visible in July and August for those in the Northern ... -
CBS News - Top stories
Best camping chairs for your outdoor summer adventures
Goodbye uncomfortable camping trips. The best camping chairs in 2024 will have you sitting pretty this summer. -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
The week's bestselling books, July 1
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, July 1, 2024, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction. -
The New York Times - World
Australian Author’s Novel-Turned-Film Goes Global
Lily Brett’s delight is bittersweet as “Too Many Men,” her story about traveling with her father, becomes a movie he did not live to see.Australia -
Inc. - Business
Apple Picks Up Observer Seat on OpenAI's Board
An observer can attend board meetings without being able to vote or exercise other powers that directors typically have.Apple -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Ericsson Intends to Book $1.1 Billion Charge for Latest Quarter
The Swedish telecom-equipment company said lower-than-expected growth at its Vonage cloud subsidiary prompted the impairment charge. -
The New York Times - Business
Book Review: ‘Private Revolutions’ by Yuan Yang
In “Private Revolutions,” Yuan Yang follows the lives of women in a rapidly changing modern superpower. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
The Adults Who Book Vacations Based on…. Pokémon?
Boomers, honeymooners and celebrities are among travelers who pick destinations where they can ‘catch’ digital monsters. -
The New York Times - Top stories
Sign Up to Learn the Best Books of the 21st Century
Starting on July 8, we’ll unveil a list of 100. Make sure you’re among the first to find out. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Children's Books: Hope Jahren's 'Adventures of Mary Jane'
Plus Gordon Korman’s ‘Faker.’ -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Niclas Larsson, Film Director, Waits for Success in New York’s Garment District
The film director grew up in Sweden with a love of American movies. Now he would like you to see his surreal debut, “Mother, Couch,” in a theater.New York -
Inc. - Business
Americans Ready to Set July 4 Travel Records
Despite steep gas prices, looming storms, and costlier fixings for backyard barbecues, an estimated 71 million people will be on the move this holiday weekend. -
BBC News - Top stories
Big Foe ready to take on champ Alcaraz
Frances Tiafoe talks to BBC Sport at Wimbledon on his third-round clash with Carlos Alcaraz & Coco Gauff's rise to the top.