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Judge investigating 2023 coup was court bomb target, say Brazilian police
Police name 59-year-old with explosive devices said to have killed himself after trying to enter court in Brasília. The main target of a bomber who killed himself while attempting to attack ...World - The Guardian - 7 hours ago -
How cold warriors used hard science
Two revealing historical books show how the Soviet bloc weaponised space exploration and biochemistry during the cold warWorld - Financial Times - October 19 -
14 Gifts for People Who Are Perpetually Cold (2024)
From tiny mugs to a backyard hot tub, these picks will make your loved ones feel warm and fuzzy—inside and out.Tech - Wired - October 19 -
Palmer: 'Cold' celebration about passion, joy
Chelsea forward Cole Palmer has explained why he performs his signature "cold" celebration after each goal, saying it is about showing the "joy" of football.Sports - ESPN - October 20 -
New podcast highlights Pennsylvania cold case
Sixty-two years ago this week, 9-year-old Carol Ann Dougherty was murdered inside a Catholic church, steps from her home in Bristol, a suburb of Philadelphia. Despite efforts of investigators, her ...Top stories - CBS News - October 26 -
Kamala Harris cold-opens 'SNL' with Maya Rudolph
The John Mulaney-hosted episode features an appearance from Kamala Harris as the presidential race enters its final days. Chappell Roan debuts a new song.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 3 -
Cold case murder victim was a bridesmaid in killer's wedding
The investigation into the 1995 murder of Texas teacher Mary Catherine Edwards went cold for years. Advances in forensic science and tireless work by investigators would reveal the startling ...Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Sonic X Shadow Generations - Space Colony Ark High Level Gameplay
We speed through Space Colony Ark act 1, and achieve an S rank in record time using conventional and unconventional shortcuts along the way.Tech - GameSpot - October 21 -
Activists challenge colonial-era abortion laws in Antigua and Barbuda
Doctors, nurses and activists in Antigua and Barbuda are fighting a colonial-era law that largely bans abortions, igniting a debate about women’s reproductive rights on the tiny twin-island nationWorld - ABC News - October 23 -
Britain's leaders likely to face slavery reparations questions at a summit of former colonies
A confrontation for Britain over its role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade appears increasingly likely to feature at a summit of nations its empire once colonized, after Caribbean leaders said ...World - ABC News - October 24 -
UK ‘open to discussing non-cash forms of reparatory justice’ for former colonies
Starmer under pressure from Caribbean countries at Commonwealth talks but is refusing payments or apology. Keir Starmer has opened the door to non-financial reparations for the UK’s role in the ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
Former British colonies owe ‘debt of gratitude’, says Robert Jenrick
Tory leadership candidate wades into reparations debate, arguing empire brought democratic institutions. UK politics live – latest updates Britain’s former colonies should be thankful for the ...World - The Guardian - October 29 -
What Colonial Williamsburg may teach us about politics today
The Colonial Era living history museum in Williamsburg, Virginia, offers an enlightening portrait of life in Revolutionary-era America, while providing a vivid contrast to today's political and ...Top stories - CBS News - November 3 -
Steph, Draymond, Melton questionable for Warriors-Jazz game
The Golden State Warriors came out of their season-opening win with several bumps and bruises.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 25 -
Sources: Jazz's Hendricks to miss rest of season
Jazz forward Taylor Hendricks exited Monday's game against the Mavericks after suffering a fractured right fibula and dislocated ankle.Sports - ESPN - October 29 -
Six of the hottest tickets for the London Jazz Festival
Pat Metheny opens a heavyweight bill, plus sets from Keyon Harrold and Kenny BarronWorld - Financial Times - November 5 -
Roy Haynes, a Giant of Jazz Drumming, Is Dead at 99
An irrepressible force who remained relevant over the course of a seven-decade career, he had a hand in every major development in modern jazz.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Trump mourns Home Depot founder, GOP donor Bernie Marcus: 'An extraordinary man'
Former President Trump on Tuesday mourned “legendary entrepreneur and political genius” Bernie Marcus, the Home Depot founder and prominent Republican mega-donor who died Monday at the age of 95. ...Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
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Cities on screen: Venice on film
Ten movies set in one of the most cinematic places on the planet, chosen by our film criticWorld - Financial Times - October 22 -
From This Pennsylvania Swing County, the Truth About American Politics in 2024
The people in Riegelsville, Pa., expressed two shockingly different visions of what a president should be.Top stories - The New York Times - October 17 -
Truth behind man who 'bought wrong London bridge'
Is the myth that a man bought the wrong London Bridge real? His grandson tells BBC London the truth.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
Truth under siege: Battling misinformation amid growing disasters
FEMA's response and recovery efforts are being undermined by misinformation and conspiracy theories, causing some disaster survivors to avoid seeking assistance and putting the safety of FEMA teams ...Politics - The Hill - October 21 -
Trump Media’s Soaring Share Price Masks Truth Social’s Internal Strife
Employees have complained to the board about hiring and management practices at the parent company of Truth Social, which serves as the main online megaphone for former President Donald Trump.Business - The New York Times - October 23 -
10 Universal Truths You Must Remember to Boost Customer Sales
Your business success requires a pervasive focus on the customer decision process.Business - Inc. - October 24 -
11/03/2024: Election Truth; Unintended Consequences; The Land of Novo
First, how Georgia election officials fight voting misinformation. Then, a look at the consequences of Texas' strict abortion laws. And, meet the Novo Nordisk scientist behind Ozempic, Wegovy.Top stories - CBS News - November 3 -
Truth under siege: How broadcasters uphold democracy in a challenging election
Local television and radio stations are working to combat disinformation and ensure voters have the facts they need to make informed decisions in the upcoming election, while also investing in new ...Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
Sports quiz of the week: unbeaten runs, new coaches and ‘the whole truth’
Test your recall of football, rugby union, tennis, NFL and more from the last seven days in sport Continue reading...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
‘Narcissists – only more devious’: the truth about dark empaths
They seem sensitive and caring – but really they just want to manipulate you. So how do you recognise the danger signs?. It isn’t every day that psychologists identify a hot new character ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
‘Almost like imprisonment’: the shocking truth about life for boybands in their ‘golden era’
Mobbed, groped, overworked, paid a pittance and given little time off … ahead of a major TV series about boybands, former members of 5ive and 911 reveal what success was really like for many. ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
Alec Baldwin returns to "Saturday Night Live" for cold open skit
The cold open skit marked Baldwin's return to the comedy sketch show after the "Rust" involuntary manslaughter case was dismissed in July 2024.Top stories - CBS News - October 20
