Clifton R. Wharton Jr., Who Broke Racial Barriers, Is Dead at 98

He was the first African American to become president of a large white university, C.E.O. of a major corporation and deputy secretary of state.

Business - The New York Times - 1 hour ago

Lou Donaldson, jazz saxophonist who blended many influences, dead at 98

Celebrated jazz saxophonist Lou Donaldson has died at the age of 98

Entertainment - ABC News - 6 days ago

Luther Vandross: the tragic R&B crooner who struggled for acceptance

A new documentary looks back on the career of a singer whose undeniable talent wasn’t always enough for a limited and image-obsessed industry. Luther Vandross is R&B music’s tragic hero – a soulful ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Yehuda Bauer, 98, Scholar Who Saw Jewish Resistance in Holocaust, Dies

A leading historian of antisemitism, he countered the prevailing narrative of Jewish victimhood and later pushed back against efforts to diminish the Holocaust’s significance.

World - The New York Times - October 22

Joseph Rykwert, 98, Dies; Historian of Architecture Challenged Modernism

A “gloriously erudite” critic, he denounced the embrace of blandly functional architecture in efforts to rebuild after World War II.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

Who wanted Maxim Kuzminov dead?

Maxim Kuzminov, a military helicopter pilot in Russia, defected to Ukraine. He was killed in Spain, with signs pointing to a targeted assassination.

Trump broke the Democrats’ thermostat

The American left was sent spinning in 2016 and is yet to recalibrate

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Who is RFK Jr and what are his likely top priorities?

Trump’s nominee to oversee key US health agencies is a vaccine denier and experts predict the return of diseases ‘we have controlled for decades’. Robert F Kennedy Jr, the man Donald Trump has ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Who is RFK Jr, the health secretary pick that is raising eyebrows?

Robert F Kennedy Jr has a history of spreading health information scientists say is false.

Man arrested for 'racially abusing' footballer

The man is arrested on suspicion of racially abusing a Wigan Athletic player at Brunton Park.

Former Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who inspired 'Fernandomania,' dead at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, the Mexican-born phenom for the Los Angeles Dodgers who inspired “Fernandomania," has died.

Phil Lesh, Bassist Who Anchored the Grateful Dead, Dies at 84

One of the first rock bassists whose instrument regularly took a lead role, he also had a hand in writing some of the band’s best-known songs.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

UK competition regulator to probe investment barriers

CMA also warns that price ‘mark-ups’ have risen over past 25 years

Business - Financial Times - October 23

Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition

Also in today’s newsletter, shale magnate says US democracy ‘would be safe’ under Trump

World - Financial Times - October 24

Congressional offices urgently need racial diversity

It's time to take the next step toward making Congress more diverse and inclusive.

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Poch: Playing in MLS no barrier to U.S. selection

ST. LOUIS -- United States manager Mauricio Pochettino said that American players who play in MLS will have the chance to play for him on the USMNT.

Sports - ESPN - 2 hours ago

Fed should beware of wishing on an R-star

US central bank risks reviving inflation if it keeps lowering the federal funds rate in pursuit of a nirvana state

World - Financial Times - October 23

Robert Downey Jr: ‘I will sue all future executives who make AI replicas of me’

The actor who will be returning to the MCU as Doctor Doom said he believed Marvel would ‘never’ recreate him on screen without his permission. Robert Downey Jr has said he will instruct his lawyers ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Robert Downey Jr. Plans To Sue Anyone Who Makes An AI Replica Of Him

The uncanny valley of performers' likenesses is getting more shallow as technology advances and use the of AI becomes more prominent. From the early days of CGI being used in place of an actor with ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 29

Robert Downey Jr. says he 'intends to sue' all future executives who use his AI replica

Robert Downey Jr. doesn’t think Marvel executives would ever recreate his portrayal of Tony Stark using artificial intelligence

Tech - ABC News - October 29

Harris: RFK Jr. 'last person in America' who should set health policy

Vice President Harris on Friday blasted Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s possible role as a public health authority in a second Donald Trump administration, calling him the "last person" who should be ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

Trump Jr.: I want people who 'don’t think they know better' than father in Cabinet

Donald Trump Jr. said he wants people who “don’t think they know better” than his father, President-elect Trump, to be a part of the Republican administration. “I’m going to be heavily involved on ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

'We're here now': How the Yankees finally reached the summit again

After so many close calls, New York is headed to the Fall Classic. Here's how the Yankees did it.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

Sources: Murray fractured hand in Pelicans debut

Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray will be sidelined for an extended period of time after fracturing his left hand during Wednesday night's season opener, sources told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - October 24

Jellyfish sting 'set the tone' as Monger broke record

Billy Monger was left close to breaking point after battling jellyfish stings and crosswinds en route to smashing the Ironman record for a double amputee at the World Championship.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 28

How Scholz finally found his voice and called time on the German coalition

Chancellor abandons years-long reticence to go against political allies

World - Financial Times - November 7

7 dead, at least 30 missing in Myanmar after boat carrying people fleeing capsized

Seven people are confirmed dead and more than 30 are missing after a boat whose passengers included villagers fleeing from fighting in Myanmar capsized in the Andaman Sea

World - ABC News - October 21

Teen who allegedly shot 5 family members dead tried to blame brother, documents say

The teen is accused of shooting his parents, two brothers and a sister in their home in Fall City, Washington, outside Seattle, according to court documents.

Phil Lesh, Bassist Who Brought 'Box of Rain' to the Grateful Dead, Dies at 84

An untraditional bass player who was enamored of John Coltrane, Lesh gave the band a unique twist on rock ’n’ roll.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 26

Shel Talmy, produced hits by The Who, The Kinks and other 1960s British bands, dead at 87

Shel Talmy, a Chicago-born music producer and arranger who worked on such British punk classics as The Who’s “My Generation” and The Kinks’ “You Really Got Me,” helped oversee hits by Manfred Mann ...

Entertainment - ABC News - 2 days ago

As the World Series approaches, baseball still struggles with racial bias

Nearly 80 years after Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier, analysis shows Black and Latino players still face obstacles as they attempt to make the majors. Jackie Robinson broke the color ...

World - The Guardian - October 23

How climate change is threatening homes on North Carolina's barrier islands

In the last four years, the Atlantic Ocean has toppled 10 homes on Hatteras Island. Residents are grappling with an unknown future.

What to know about remaining barriers to a cease-fire in Gaza war

Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been in the Middle East trying to revive talks for a cease-fire and hostage release in Gaza. Blinken said Israel's military has achieved its goal of ...

Birth control on the ballot as abortion bans increase barriers to family planning

Millions of Americans will be able to vote on November ballots whether to protect access to birth control such as IUDs, the pill and emergency contraception.

Politics - NBC News - November 1

Here’s the big barrier Amazon stock must overcome to reach fresh highs

There is a fundamental reason why the shares have been rebuffed at the $200 mark

Business - MarketWatch - November 4

Supreme Court takes up Louisiana racial gerrymandering dispute

The Supreme Court took up a thorny legal dispute from Louisiana involving the state's effort to draw a congressional district map while navigating claims it is unlawfully considering race.

Politics - NBC News - November 4

Writing wills may help to narrow the racial wealth gap

If Black families wrote wills at the same rate as white, how much would it help?

Business - MarketWatch - November 7

Advocacy group sues Tennessee over racial requirements for medical boards

A nonprofit dedicated to opposing diversity initiatives in medicine has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the requirements surrounding the racial makeup of key medical boards in Tennessee

Health - ABC News - 3 days ago

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