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Sports - ESPN
'King Conker' accused of cheating, found with steel chestnut in pocket
A spokesperson for the World Conker Championships, in which competitors try to break their opponents' horse chestnut with their own, said it was investigating the allegations.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'We know he's fit' - Borthwick puts faith in Slade
Centre Henry Slade and flanker Tom Curry recover from injury to make England's 36-man squad for the autumn internationals, but first-choice scrum-half Alex Mitchell is out with a neck problem.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
We live in a treat culture – and gen Z is splurging on snacks | Arwa Mahdawi
When times are hard, people opt for affordable luxuries. So should you splash out on that highly Instagrammable $19 smoothie?. The last time I happened to find myself in Los Angeles (which is not a ...3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Three things we learned from USMNT's 2-0 defeat to Mexico
Mauricio Pochettino is no longer perfect, or even unbeaten, as USMNT head coach after getting a sour first taste of the USA vs Mexico rivalry on Tuesday. [ RECAP: Mexico 2-0 USA: Raul Jimenez sinks ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Nut pimping, stampsies … anything goes’: Peckham hosts rival to world conker contest
After men’s conker world champion was accused of cheating, Peckham event says he would be welcome in south-east London. Never in its proud 60-year history has an allegation of such audacious ...3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
What we learned as Wiggins rejoins Warriors in preseason win over Lakers
Dalton Johnson delivers his takeaways, as Andrew Wiggins returned to the Golden State Warriors' lineup in a 111-97 preseason win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night in Las Vegas.3 days ago - NBA -
Business - Financial Times
UK government should consider suing Post Office ex-directors over scandal, says Alan Bates
Victim of Horizon IT scandal says former executives failed in their duties3 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - Financial Times
Are these the best work canteens in the world?
Inside the office restaurants leading a lunch revolution3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Labour to set up review after carer’s allowance overpayments scandal
Exclusive: overhaul of system that imposed draconian penalties for innocent errors in benefit claims is expected. Draconian penalties that caused unpaid carers to rack up thousands of pounds of ...3 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Walgreens’ stock has best day in 16 years as company plans to close 1,200 stores
Walgreens’ stock has been hammered this year as consumer shopping patterns have changed, but its CEO says store closures “will realign our footprint to a healthier store base.”3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Aaron Rodgers on criticizing Mike Williams: We all should be held to a standard
After Monday night's loss to the Bills, Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Mike Williams running the wrong route caused the crucial interception late in the fourth quarter.3 days ago -
World - The New York Times
A Very English Sporting Scandal: Did a Steel Conker Taint a Title?
Conkers are buckeye chestnuts that are part of an annual championship. This year, there are accusations of cheating. And it’s all very serious.3 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
What happened between the Jets and Robert Saleh
Owner Woody Johnson shook things up in hopes that New York could end its 13-year playoff drought.3 days ago -
World - Financial Times
This UK recruitment downturn looks set to last
Tellingly for an industry that thrives on bullishness, green shoots are sparse3 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - ABC News
World conkers tournament investigates claims of cheating with steel chestnut
The World Conker Championships says it's investigating allegations of cheating after this year’s men’s winner was found to have a steel chestnut in his pocket3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
David Squires on … the game to which we remain addicted: Lawyerball!
Our resident cartoonist pays homage to the tribunal defence teams that make football what it is today. Get copies of David’s cartoons in our Print Shop Continue reading...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘I don’t care about looking weird’: are we finally listening to the dangers of hearing loss?
As cases of tinnitus rise, earplugs for live music are becoming more popular – as is the deeply uncool act of asking for the volume to be turned down. If you attended a music festival this summer, ...4 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Conker-fuffle after cheat claim by 'sore loser'
David Jakins admits to owning a steel conker, but denies foul play during the tournament.4 days ago -
Business - Inc.
1 Critical Reminder I Give Myself During Important Meetings: Just Ask Questions
How that little reminder has changed the direction of my leadership team, and drives bigger results than ever before.4 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Family of slain hostage: "We were failed by Israel's leaders"
The parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old Israeli-American hostage who was killed by Hamas, are speaking out for the first time since their son's death. Elizabeth Palmer has more.4 days ago - Israel -
Top stories - CBS News
What we know about the arrest made in connection to FEMA threats
A man has been arrested and charged for allegedly threatening some of those involved in hurricane recovery efforts in North Carolina. Officials say the threats forced FEMA responders, who have been ...4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Cheating alleged after men’s world conker champion found with steel chestnut
Metal replica conker found in pocket of David Jakins AKA King Conker, first-time winner after competing since 1977. The World Conker Championships is investigating cheating allegations after the ...4 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Space Agencies Look to Far Horizons and Each Other
‘This is the most exciting time in space Apollo era in the 1960s’ the head of the International Astronautical Federation says as it kicks off its annual meeting.4 days ago -
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Sports - CBS Sports
Eagles star Lane Johnson on offensive struggles: 'We are a constipated offense'
Philly's offense has regressed since its Super Bowl run two years ago4 days ago - NFL -
Top stories - CBS News
What we know about arrest near Trump rally in California
The Secret Service and FBI are investigating an arrest at a security checkpoint near a Trump rally in California over the weekend. The suspect was taken into custody without incident and was later ...4 days ago - California -
World - The Guardian
Women’s T20 World Cup: what we have learned so far from early stages in UAE
Australia are putting up a mighty defence, the heat at Sharjah has proven to be game changing and England have found themselves in an unlikely Group of Death Continue reading...4 days ago -
Tech - Wired
7 Best Bug Sprays We Tested and Reviewed
Our writer tried some of the most popular insect repellents during runs, hikes, and evenings. These are the ones we recommend.4 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Scandal-hit Sinn Féin on back foot ahead of Irish elections
Leader Mary Lou McDonald vows to stay at helm of party despite resignations of two deputies4 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
NASA launching probe to seek signs of habitability on Jupiter's moon Europa
The ambitious mission won't actually look for life on Jupiter's moon Eruopa, but it should find out if the presumed ocean provides a habitable environment.5 days ago - NASA -
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Sports - Yahoo Sports
What we learned as Warriors' red-hot shooting propels preseason win
The Warriors' continued focus on the 3-point shot resulted in another preseason victory as Golden State defeated the Detroit Pistons 111-93 at Chase Center on Sunday.5 days ago - NBA -
Sports - ESPN
Joe Burrow's look before 'SNF' leads NFL's Week 6 arrivals
Stars across the league broke out their best duds in the lead-up to Week 6 games.5 days ago - NFL -
Top stories - NBC News
Caleb Williams has never looked more like the No. 1 pick
In a battle of the quarterbacks, Chicago Bears signal-caller Caleb Williams reached new heights in his team’s 35-16 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.5 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Oregon-Ohio State is a reminder why College Football Playoff expansion is a good thing
Saturday’s back-and-forth result was an example of why the expansion of the playoff this year — to 12 teams — could endure as a good thing. For exactly 60 minutes, both teams looked to be among the ...6 days ago - College Football