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U.K. Banks Exposed To Motor Finance Rise After Treasury Seeks to Step In
Shares in U.K. banks that have motor-finance operations traded higher after the Treasury signaled its intention to intervene to protect car loan providers in a Supreme Court case.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 21 -
The Voices in His Head Would Not Stop. Then a Boy Was Stabbed to Death.
Waldo Mejia’s psyche had been showing cracks, a longtime friend said. Now he is charged with killing 14-year-old Caleb Rijos at random.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
Tanzanian sample confirms WHO fears as Marburg disease found in remote region
Tanzania’s president says one sample from a remote northern part of the country has tested positive for Marburg disease, a highly infectious virus which can be fatal in more than 88% of cases ...ABC News - Jan. 20 -
Mother's heartbreak that daughter may not live past teens due to disease
Anna Roberts, 11, is one of just 39 people in the UK with the CLN3 strain of Batten Disease.BBC News - Jan. 20 -
'I want to fulfil my dead brother's dream', says Gazan boy
The task ahead is daunting for Gazans wishing to return to the shattered ruins of their homes.BBC News - Jan. 19 -
The 13 Greatest ‘S.N.L.’ Commercial Skits
To us, anyway. Over 50 seasons, “Saturday Night Live” has introduced crystal gravy, robot insurance and countless other demented goods and services. Share your favorites in the comments.The New York Times - Jan. 18 -
General Motors Is Banned From Selling Driving Behavior Data for 5 Years
An investigation by the Federal Trade Commission determined that consumers had not been aware that the automaker was providing their driving information to data brokers.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
More Americans surviving cancer, but more younger Americans and women diagnosed: Research
The cancer mortality rate is continuing to decrease in America, but women — especially younger women — are seeing an uptick in diagnoses, according to data released by the American Cancer Society ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Surprise finding sheds light on what causes Huntington's disease, a devastating fatal brain disorder
Scientists are unraveling the mystery of what triggers Huntington’s disease, a devastating hereditary disorder that strikes in the prime of lifeABC News - Jan. 16 -
Why Are More Young Women Being Diagnosed With Breast Cancer?
A new report points to a notable increase among U.S. women under 50. Experts point to a few likely causes.The New York Times - Jan. 16 -
Three arrests after boy, 14, killed on London bus
Kelyan Bokassa died after being attacked on a 472 bus in Woolwich on 7 January.BBC News - Jan. 15 -
Two teens sought over killing of boy on London bus
Police want to speak to Mosawar Zazi, 16, and Colin Chabikwa, 15, in connection with Kelyan Bokassa's death.BBC News - Jan. 14 -
OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R Review: Fast and Smooth
The OnePlus 13 sets the stage for a feisty battle for the smartphone crown in 2025.Wired - Jan. 14 -
What to know about the allegations in new documentary 'Diddy: The Making of a Bad Boy'
Peacock's documentary special includes new allegations from Da Band singer Sara Rivers, a former employee and more. Here's what to know.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 14 -
Even Adults May Soon Be Vulnerable to ‘Childhood’ Diseases
Outbreaks among the unvaccinated are a predictable consequence of falling immunization rates. But even vaccinated adults may be vulnerable to some illnesses.The New York Times - Jan. 13 -
Three murder charges over boy's bus station death
Three people are charged with murder over Thomas Taylor death near a bus station, say police.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Chronic Pain: Five Things We Know About Causes, Treatments and Diagnoses
After developing chronic pain, I started looking into what scientists do — and still don’t — understand about the disease. Here is what I learned.The New York Times - Jan. 12 -
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Man Charged in Stabbing Death of 14-Year-Old Boy Found in Bronx
The man, 29-year-old Waldo Mejia, was arrested early on Saturday near the location of the Friday stabbing in the Mott Haven neighborhood.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
Animal transports banned in German region after foot-and-mouth disease detected
Animal transports have been banned in a state surrounding Berlin and the capital’s two zoos have closed as a precaution after foot-and-mouth disease was detected in a buffalo herd just outside the ...ABC News - Jan. 11 -
Meet the Latino Boys Decked Out for Their Version of the Quinceañera
In America, boys looking to celebrate their entry into adulthood are having their own, often lavish, quinceañero parties — a new take on a centuries-old tradition reserved only for girls.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
Three teens arrested over boy's bus station death
A 17-year-old and two 18-year-old suspects are held over the death of Thomas Taylor.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Ex-Hull striker Windass diagnosed with dementia
Former Hull, Bradford and Middlesbrough striker Dean Windass is diagnosed with stage two dementia.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Former Premier League footballer Dean Windass diagnosed with dementia
Ex-Hull and Bradford forward has stage two dementia ‘Just got to keep smiling and trying to help people,’ he says The former Premier League forward Dean Windass has been diagnosed with dementia ...The Guardian - Jan. 10 -
The rising threat of deadly diseases jumping from animals to humans
Zoonotic pathogens very likely caused the last pandemic. Can we get better at halting them before the next one?Financial Times - Jan. 10 -
Lego Just Announced An Official Nintendo Game Boy Set Releases This October
Nintendo announced its next big Lego collaboration is a set based on the original Game Boy handheld. The new kit joins Lego's line of other video game system replicas like the NES and Atari. Lego ...GameSpot - Jan. 9 -
Titans legend Frank Wycheck diagnosed with CTE Stage III at time of death
The star tight end died in December 2023 at 52CBS Sports - Jan. 9 -
Death toll in mass shooting in Montenegro rises to 13
A man who was wounded in a mass shooting on New Year's Day in Montenegro has died, bringing the death toll to 13ABC News - Jan. 9 -
Russian Strike Kills 13 in Southeastern Ukraine
The attack, which also wounded dozens of people, came hours after Ukraine’s military attacked an oil depot deep inside Russia.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
Morning coffee may lower risk of heart disease-related death, research suggests
The study did not say why coffee in the morning reduces the risk and whether it was the sole cause.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Police hunt killer of boy stabbed on London bus
The boy, 14, died shortly after being stabbed on a 472 bus in Woolwich on Tuesday afternoon.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
Boy, 14, stabbed to death on London bus
A boy has been stabbed to death on a London bus in what police described as "a horrendous crime".BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Boy, 17, rescued from floodwater in Lincolnshire
Dozens of flood warnings remain in place across the region following heavy rain.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Enrique Tarrio, former Proud Boys leader, asks Trump for pardon
Prosecutors say he rallied the far-right group to come to Washington on Jan. 6.ABC News - Jan. 7 -
Former Proud Boys leader asks Trump for January 6 pardon
Enrique Tarrio was sentenced to 22 years for seditious conspiracy related to the 2021 attack on the US Capitol. Enrique Tarrio, the former leader of the Proud Boys group who received a 22-year ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Temperatures plummet to -13 in northwest Scotland
Forecasters warn of difficult driving conditions as workers and school pupils return after the Christmas break.BBC News - Jan. 7
