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Biden White House Holds Up U.S. Contribution to Anti-Doping Agency
The administration is pressing the World Anti-Doping Agency to allow an outside audit after it failed to suspend Chinese swimmers for positive tests.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Albanian opposition supporters block the capital’s streets in an anti-government rally
Albanian opposition lawmakers and their supporters have blocked the capital’s main streets for hours accusing the government of corruption and demanding it be replaced by a technocratic caretaker ...World - ABC News - Yesterday -
‘Rachel had been ready to leave me if our IVF hadn’t worked’: writer Jack Thorne on how his family’s fertility struggles inspired his new film
The screenwriter behind hit TV dramas National Treasure and Kiri, as well as the Harry Potter stage play, talks about his new, more personal project created with his wife - a feature film, Joy, ...World - The Guardian - November 10 -
Actor Teri Garr dies at 79
Comedy actor Teri Garr, best known for roles in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died Tuesday of multiple sclerosis, her publicist confirmed. Garr was 79.Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
World's largest crocodile in captivity dies
The huge saltwater crocodile Cassius was nearly 5.5m (18ft) long and lived in Australia.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
Man dies after motorcycle crash
A man has died after a collision on the Derrylin Road, police have said.Top stories - BBC News - November 9 -
Democracy dies in darkness for rural Americans
Rural Democrats are struggling to gain power in rural areas due to a lack of infrastructure investment, high gas and food prices, and a lack of local news, while Democrats need to prioritize ...Politics - The Hill - November 20 -
World's oldest man dies in England
John Tinniswood, the world's oldest man, has died in northern England. He credited his longevity largely to "pure luck," but did offer advice about over-indulging - in anything.Top stories - CBS News - Yesterday -
Bodhi, the ‘Menswear Dog,’ Dies at 15
A Shiba Inu of uncommon sartorial panache, Bodhi modeled for Coach and was the subject of his own fashion lookbook.Lifestyle - The New York Times - 10 hours ago -
Attack on a health center used in an anti-polio campaign in Pakistan kills 2 police officers
Pakistani officials say militants attacked a health center used in an ongoing anti-polio campaign in the country's northwest, triggering a shootout that left two police officers deadHealth - ABC News - October 29 -
Attack on health center used in anti-polio campaign in Pakistan kills police officer
Pakistani officials say militants attacked a health center used in an ongoing anti-polio campaign in the country's northwest, triggering a shootout that left two police officers deadWorld - ABC News - October 29 -
Anti-aging enthusiasts are turning to the drug rapamycin to help extend their lives—can it work? A longevity doctor weighs in
Longevity seekers are taking rapamycin in hopes of living longer. Here's what a health and longevity doctor has to say about the drug.Business - CNBC - October 29 -
Meet the unwilling faces of GOP anti-trans ads: ‘I haven’t been able to sleep’
Former President Trump and Republican congressional candidates have blanketed the nation with campaign ads critical of transgender rights, painting their Democratic opponents as radical for ...Politics - The Hill - October 30 -
Canada Accuses Powerful Indian Minister and Modi Ally of Authorizing Anti-Sikh Attacks
The Canadian government has alleged that Amit Shah orchestrated plots targeting Sikh separatists on Canadian soil, an accusation that could further worsen relations between the two countries.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 30 -
Opponents use parental rights and anti-trans messages to fight abortion ballot measures
As voters in nine states determine whether to enshrine abortion rights in their state constitutions, opponents are using parental rights and anti-transgender messages to try to undermine support ...Health - ABC News - October 31 -
Anti-abortion activists set up outside clinic ‘safe zones’ on first day of new law in England
Pro-choice campaigners welcome CPS guidance that ‘silent prayer’ is among the activities prohibited within the 150-metre buffer area. Anti-abortion activists have been taking up positions just ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
Greek anti-terror squad investigates big blast that killed a man in an Athens apartment
Greece’s anti-terrorist squad is investigating a strong explosion that wrecked an Athens apartment, killing one man and severely injuring a womanWorld - ABC News - October 31 -
When does free speech cross the line into breaking U.S. anti-terrorism laws?
Charlotte Kates, co-founder of the pro-Hamas organization Samidoun, has become the focus of an ongoing legal debate: When does free speech cross the line into breaking federal anti-terror laws?Top stories - NBC News - November 1 -
Trump leans into anti-migrant rhetoric at final Georgia rally as early voting puts state on a knife-edge
Speaking in Macon city, the former president said he would invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1790 if he won election. Donald Trump’s final Georgia rally filled the Atrium Health amphitheater in the ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
The boy who kicked the hornets’ nest: Stieg Larsson’s double life as an anti-far right activist
His Millennium trilogy was a worldwide hit. But to the Swedish author, it was only ever a sideshow to his true life’s work: fighting fascism, racism and rightwing extremism. It is a relatively ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
Jason Kelce apologizes on ESPN after phone-smashing incident with fan who directed anti-gay slur at brother Travis
"In a heated moment, I chose to greet hate with hate."Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4 -
UK introduces tough anti-tobacco bill but smokers can puff away in pub gardens
Legislation intended to ban today’s British children from ever legally being able to smoke has begun its journey through ParliamentWorld - ABC News - November 5 -
UK introduces a bill that would eventually make the purchase of cigarettes illegal
Legislation intended to ban today’s British children from ever legally being able to smoke has begun its journey through ParliamentHealth - ABC News - November 5 -
The sad truth is that anti-feminist backlash helped propel Trump to victory | Malaika Jabali
Most American men have nothing in common with a billionaire – but he spoke to their resentment and anxiety. US election 2024 – latest updates US election results 2024: live map and tracker ...World - The Guardian - November 6 -
Jason Kelce regrets greeting 'hate with hate' after fan's anti-gay slur about Travis dating Taylor Swift
ESPN analyst Jason Kelce apologizes after slamming the cellphone of a fan who shouted an anti-gay slur about his brother, Travis, dating Taylor Swift.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 5 -
Russian anti-war teenager faces five years in jail after failed appeal
Arseny Turbin, one of Russia's youngest political prisoners, has lost an appeal to overturn his five-year jail sentence.Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
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WATCH: Israeli soccer fans suffer 'anti-Semitic attacks' in Amsterdam incident: Officials
At least five people have been hospitalized and 62 others detained after a night of violence targeting Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam Thursday night, authorities said.Top stories - ABC News - November 8 -
Anti-abortion advocates press Trump for more restrictions as abortion pill sales spike
Anti-abortion advocates say they will quickly dismantle some of President Joe Biden's abortion policies once President-elect Donald Trump makes his return to the White House next yearHealth - ABC News - November 9 -
Anti-Trump protests erupt across US from New York City to Seattle
Thousands of people take to streets to protest threats to reproductive rights and pledges of mass deportations. Protests against Donald Trump erupted in the US on Saturday as people on both coasts ...World - The Guardian - November 10