Dikembe Mutombo dies at 58: Integral part of Georgetown's legacy of big men was 'larger than life'
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Two men sentenced over car attack on NHS worker
Phillip Adams and Patrick James drove a car into Katungua Tjitendero in 2020, severely injuring him.13 hours ago -
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Helene blamed for more than 100 deaths, "biblical" flood damage in the Carolinas
More than 100 people are dead after Helene swept through the southern U.S., with officials calling the flood damage in the Carolinas "biblical." CBS News' Nicole Valdes and Skyler Henry have more.13 hours ago -
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Iran executes 2 men in public over killing of police officer
Iran, which performs death sentences by hanging, rarely executes convicts in public.14 hours ago - Iran -
World - Financial Times
FT readers respond: why are young men struggling to find work?
Commenters discuss the latest figures on the male education deficit — join the debate14 hours ago -
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English cricket team Hampshire set to be bought by part-owner of IPL franchise Delhi Capitals
Hampshire is set to become the first English county cricket club to be owned by an overseas franchise after entering into a “phased acquisition” with the part-owner of Indian Premier League team ...15 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘More Trump than Trump’: JD Vance becomes effective Maga messenger
After an inauspicious start, the Ohio senator has become a tribune for Trump’s biggest issues: immigration and the economy. When Donald Trump tapped JD Vance, the US senator and never-Trumper ...16 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
Kamala Harris’s economic policy slate more popular than Trump’s – poll
Exclusive: Harris Poll for Guardian finds Democrat put forward four of top five most popular economic proposals. Quiz: Trump or Harris – who proposed it? Kamala Harris’s economic policies ...16 hours ago - Kamala Harris -
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Facing a Big Test, Iran’s ‘Axis of Resistance’ Flails
Iran united militias to take on Israel, but as the Israelis pummel one, Hezbollah, the rest have so far largely failed to come to its aid.16 hours ago - Iran -
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UK economy grew less than thought in spring
The downward revision in growth between April and June comes ahead of next month's Budget.17 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Small Independent Watchmakers Draw Big Brand Interest
Chanel has taken a stake in MB&F, the latest example of how customer enthusiasm for artisanal timepieces has prompted luxury groups to look for partners.17 hours ago -
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Kishida's legacy: Scandals and compromise at home, global respect for security and diplomacy
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will resign Tuesday, handing over leadership to his successor Shigeru Ishiba, who says he plans to call a snap election for Oct. 2718 hours ago -
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Helene death toll climbs, nearing hundred; millions still without power
Days after Hurricane Helene made landfall, devastating flooding, road closures and power outages remain in hard-hit areas.20 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Worse than meeting your heroes is revisiting a former home
If you love somewhere you once lived, cherish the memories. But don’t be tempted to go back . . . seeing what the new owners have done rarely works out well22 hours ago -
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China's factory activity contracts less than expected in September — but shrinks for a fifth straight month
The official manufacturing purchasing managers' index came in at 49.8, slightly beating the 49.5 expected among economists polled by Reuters.22 hours ago - China -
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'Kris is still saving lives,' says twin of late breast cancer campaigner
Maren Sheldon says her sister Kris - founder of charity Coppafeel - was a "beacon of hope" for many people.Yesterday -
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Marlins part ways with 2023 NL Manager of the Year Skip Schumaker
The Miami Marlins have parted ways with Skip Schumaker, ending the 2023 NL Manager of the Year’s two-season stint with the teamYesterday - MLB -
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Marlins part ways with 2023 NL Manager of the Year Skip Schumaker after two seasons
Miami went 146-178 in two seasons with Schumaker at the helm.Yesterday -
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Marlins part ways with 2023 NL Manager of the Year Skip Schumaker after two seasons
Marlins part ways with 2023 NL Manager of the Year Skip Schumaker after two seasonsYesterday -
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Young Lebanese girl left fighting for life after Israeli strikes
Noor Mossawi, aged six, is one of a number of people in critical condition in a hospital in eastern Lebanon.Yesterday - Israel -
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October's 'ring of fire' solar eclipse will dazzle parts of South America and Pacific
A “ring of fire" eclipse of the sun will cross the Pacific and the tips of Argentina and ChileYesterday -
World - The Guardian
Australia beat England by 49 runs (DLS) to win fifth men’s ODI and series – as it happened
England collapsed after a spectacular start with the bat as Australia won the ODI series decider on a rainy day in Bristol. 2nd over: England 17-0 (Salt 16, Duckett 1) Ben Duckett gets off the ...Yesterday - Australia -
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Testing Eric Adams’s Upgrade Life: Lie-Flat Seats and Chilled Champagne
The New York mayor is accused of accepting free luxury travel in exchange for political favors. How large was he living? A writer puts the experience to the test.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
7 Basic Facts of Business Life for Focus in Growing Your Own
Running a successful business takes more than good technology and a large market need.Yesterday -
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NFL Week 4 scores: Falcons beat Saints on massive FG, Vikings stay undefeated vs. Packers
Week 4 of the NFL season is underway and the NFC North is the host of the marquee matchup of the early slate on Sunday.Yesterday - NFL -
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Nepal closes schools as heavy rains kill more than 150
Nepal has shut schools for three days after landslides and floods triggered by two days of heavy rain across the Himalayan nation killed 151 people, with 56 missing, officials said on Sunday.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Tadeg Pogacar wins Cycling Road World Championships 2024 men’s elite race – as it happened
The Slovenian completed his triple crown of Giro, Tour and Worlds with a devastating ride from 100km out. 245km to go: Into open country, and through some farmland and, yes, Swiss cottages. It’s ...Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Melting glaciers force Switzerland and Italy to redraw part of Alpine border
Two countries agree to modifications beneath Matterhorn peak, one of Europe’s highest summits. Switzerland and Italy have redrawn a border that traverses an Alpine peak as melting glaciers shift ...Yesterday -
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Malcolm Gladwell's life has changed; he has not
The bestselling author's latest, "Revenge of the Tipping Point," builds on a familiar idea from his books: You may think you know how the world works, but you're wrong!Yesterday -
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Ina Garten on her memoir, and a life of reinvention
She was working an economic policy job at the White House when, at age 30, she bought a small specialty food store called the Barefoot Contessa. It started her on a career as an entrepreneur, ...Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Is there a liquid wetter than water?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions on subjects ranging from trivial flights of fancy to profound scientific and philosophical concepts. Is there a liquid ...Yesterday