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Top stories - CBS News
"Mornings Memory": Late CBS News reporter sampled century-old champagne
The late Tom Fenton, who was a reporter with CBS News, was assigned to a story on century-old bottles of champagne that were found at the bottom of the ocean. Fenton, who died in July, even had the ...6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘Lethal’ Retegui is leading reshaped Atalanta … and Serie A’s scoring charts | Nicky Bandini
A surprise signing from Genoa, the striker has immediately integrated in Bergamo thanks to his manager’s brilliance. Mateo Retegui is not afraid to make a snap decision. When Roberto Mancini phoned ...6 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Moldova president condemns ‘assault’ on democracy as EU vote too close to call
Maia Sandu lashes out at ‘unprecedented’ interference by ‘foreign forces’ as results come inOctober 21 -
Sports - ABC News
Charles Leclerc has earned Ferrari its 1st United States Grand Prix victory since 2018
Charles Leclerc has earned Ferrari its 1st United States Grand Prix victory since 2018October 20 -
Sports - ESPN
Of course the WNBA Finals are going the distance: How the Lynx won Game 4
Minnesota's defense showed out, Breanna Stewart missed 15 shots and Sandy Brondello wasn't a fan of the officiating in the Lynx's Game 4 win.October 20 -
Business - Financial Times
Hilton CEO: ‘Complacency is a disease that can be very dangerous’
Chris Nassetta has turned round the hotel group through measured expansion and consistent serviceOctober 20 -
Business - The New York Times
For Executives, ‘Defending Democracy’ Can Seem Risky
Even seemingly anodyne sentiments supporting fair elections have become politically charged.October 19 -
Sports - CBS Sports
Temwa Chawinga makes NWSL history; K.C. Current forward gets 20th goal of the season, scores vs. all 13 teams
After breaking the scoring record last week, Chawinga became the first player to score against every opponent in a seasonOctober 19 -
Politics - The Hill
'People Like Me': Fixing the feeling of abandonment in American democracy
A bipartisan majority of Americans believe the government is uncaring and unresponsive, and polls suggest that bipartisan solutions on the biggest issues of our time are right in front of our eyes, ...October 19 -
World - The Guardian
Tim Dowling’s tips for a successful multigenerational holiday
If you want your family to behave, make sure you invite friends, too – and five other ways to ensure your group holiday doesn’t feel like you’re herding cats. A multigenerational holiday has its ...October 19 -
Top stories - The New York Times
Sick of the 21st Century? These Artists Revive the 18th.
Copycat classicism is here. Literary re-enactments by the photographer Stan Douglas — and a wave of other remixers — are creating new types of art around Black history.October 18 -
Top stories - ABC News
Harris revives message around democracy as Trump escalates rhetoric. Will it work?
Kamala Harris shunted Joe Biden's messaging on democracy when she took over as Democrats' nominee, but now she's reviving attacks amid Donald Trump's escalating rhetoric.October 18 -
Tech - GameSpot
Shaun Of The Dead 20th Anniversary 4K Steelbook Preorders Restocked At Amazon
Shaun of the Dead 20th Anniversary Steelbook Edition on 4K Blu-ray Snag this limited-edition version ...October 18 -
World - The Guardian
The electoral college has become a gun held to the head of US democracy | Lawrence Douglas
Created as a constitutional afterthought, the system now holds millions of voters hostage to a handful of counties. These are not easy days for supporters of American democracy. But what twists my ...October 18 -
World - Financial Times
Labour discovers price of freebies in our democracy
Journalists are right to raise questions over Starmer’s Taylor Swift meeting and acceptances from donorsOctober 18 -
World - The Guardian
Small and lethal: adapted drones carrying explosives ‘hunt’ civilians in Kherson
Ukrainians face new airborne threat that has killed 24 civilians and injured hundreds more since July. Sasha Ustenko has survived three attacks by the Russian drones that stalk the streets of ...October 18 -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Ukraine Has Resisted Russia in One Key Town for Months. Its Hold Is Starting to Break.
A quarter-mile-wide strip of land that stands between Moscow’s forces and the Ukrainian town of Chasiv Yar has become one of the most dangerous places on the front line.October 18 -
World - ABC News
Middle East latest: Netanyahu says Israel has ‘settled its account’ with Sinwar
Israel says Hamas top leader Yahya Sinwar has been killed in a battle with Israeli forces in GazaOctober 17 -
Top stories - BBC News
Season still a success without drivers' title - Norris
Lando Norris says he and McLaren will be able to call 2024 a success even if they do not succeed in beating Red Bull’s Max Verstappen to the title.October 17 -
Sports - CBS Sports
USMNT grades: After Mauricio Pochettino's first window, USA Soccer has a long way to go under its new manager
A 2-0 loss to Mexico underscored the shallow nature of America's playing pool after a handful of top players missed outOctober 17 -
World - ABC News
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has “settled its account” with Sinwar but "war is not yet ended."
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has “settled its account” with Sinwar but "war is not yet ended."October 17 -
Tech - GameSpot
Space Marine 2 Introduces Lethal Difficulty For Operations And Photo Mode - Full Patch Notes
Steel oneself for a new challenge in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2's Operation mode with the arrival of Lethal difficulty. It's one of the biggest additions to the game as part of patch 4.0. ...October 17 -
World - The Guardian
David Squires on … the A-League embarking on a 20th season of glorious chaos
Our cartoonist looks at the exciting newcomers and old rivalries set to light up the unpredictable men’s competition in 2024-25 Continue reading...October 17 -
World - ABC News
How a broke Argentine province is countering Milei's deep austerity cuts
After entering office last year, far-right President Milei swiftly imposed his fiscal shock therapy, slashing federal budget transfers to provincesOctober 17 -
Business - Financial Times
WPP has been outsmarted by its old rival Publicis
The UK advertising group led by Mark Read has lost momentum and looks vulnerableOctober 17 -
World - The Guardian
In its assault on northern Gaza, Israel has taken its depraved campaign to new depths | Owen Jones
Healthcare facilities burn, food and water are blocked and drones shoot their fleeing targets. Yet we cannot say we were not warned. The killing fields of northern Gaza speak of a crime that was ...October 17 -
World - The New York Times
Is Brazil’s Supreme Court Saving Democracy or Threatening It?
Brazil’s top court expanded its power to protect democracy. But some are wondering whether the court now represents the threat.October 17 -
Top stories - BBC News
England stunned by spin after Duckett century
Pakistan’s spinners rip through the England middle order to turn the second Test on its head on the second day in Multan.October 16 -
Business - Financial Times
Has America lost its shame?
The brazenness of US politicians in the face of scandals is a defining feature of the eraOctober 16 -
World - ABC News
Hereditary nobles have sat in Britain's Parliament for centuries. Their time may be up
British lawmakers are voting on a bill to strip hereditary aristocrats of the right to sit and vote in the House of Lords after more than 700 yearsOctober 15 -
Top stories - BBC News
England finally remove Windies openers in quick succession
Watch as England remove West Indies openers Hayley Matthews and Qiana Joseph in quick succession during their Women's T20 World Cup match in Dubai.October 15 -
Business - MarketWatch
UBS has just lowered earnings estimates — and raised its S&P 500 target
UBS on Tuesday issued an unusual pairing, reducing its estimates for earnings growth while at the same time lifting its S&P 500 target for this year and next.October 15 -
World - The Guardian
What is Unifil and why has Israel been firing on its positions in Lebanon?
As the Israeli military attacks United Nations peacekeepers, we look at the background to the violence. Middle East crisis – live updates Unifil, the United Nations peacekeeping mission in ...October 15 -
Top stories - BBC News
Last chance to see 'comet of the century' for 80,000 years
Comet A3 was bright in the Monday evening sky and could be visible again on Tuesday - cloud permitting.October 15 -
Business - Financial Times
Trio of economists wins Nobel Prize for work on wealth of nations
Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James Robinson commended for advancing understanding of inequalityOctober 14 -
World - The Guardian
North Korea has accused Seoul of flying drones over its capital – what is going on?
Pyongyang has reacted to an apparent flyover with furious rhetoric, ordering artillery units at its border with South Korea to ‘get fully ready to open fire’. What happened and how worrying is it?. ...October 14 -
World - The Guardian
European audit of democracy standards too positive, says human rights watchdog
European Commission report ‘completely ineffective as an enforcement tool’, according to civil liberties organisation. The European Commission’s exhaustive annual audit of democratic standards ...October 14 -
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Top stories - BBC News
Succession star praised for emotional film role
The actor stars opposite Jesse Eisenberg in A Real Pain, a film about family and grief with a comedic spin.October 13