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World - The Guardian
You be the judge: my daughter never wears her glasses – should I pay for her contact lenses?
Bridget thinks Rebecca should stick to her glasses – or pay for lenses herself. Rebecca says lenses aren’t a luxury. You decide who needs to see sense Find out how to get a disagreement settled ...23 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Brazil’s Largest Mafia Is Entering Politics. The Government Must Act.
For many Brazilians, the First Capital Command’s push into politics across the nation has been a shock.Yesterday - Brazil -
World - The New York Times
Friday Briefing: Israel Targets Hezbollah’s Remaining Leaders
Plus, a billion-dollar plan to protect trees.Yesterday - Israel -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
A Welcome Break on ‘One of the Hardest Days’ of Her Life
Mary Kathryn Burke was ready for a drink after her mother was admitted to the hospital. Jonathan King messaged her at the right time.Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Kirk Cousins gives us plenty to like in electric OT win over Buccaneers
On a night where a franchise legend was honored, Cousins pulled an all-timer, passing for 509 yards and 4 touchdowns.Yesterday -
Sports - ESPN
Clark crowned as top rookie after historic year
Fever star Caitlin Clark was chosen as WNBA Rookie of the Year after setting multiple league records in her debut season.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
After freeing a man who spent half a century on death row, will Japan keep using the death penalty?
Police fabricated key evidence that led to the conviction of Iwao Hakamada in 1968, but capital punishment still has popular support. By any reasonable legal measure, Iwao Hakamada should not ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
From pub job and PlayStation to writing an award-winning play
Nathan Queeley-Dennis's debut play is following Fleabag and Baby Reindeer from stage to screen.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
These Are the Top U.S. East Coast Port Shipment Retailers
As the dockworker’s strike continues, port shipment retailers may be affected by the backlog.Yesterday -
Sports - CBS Sports
Ranking NFL teams with winning records entering Week 5: Chiefs take top position, Steelers in last spot
Here's where the NFL's best teams stand after four weeksYesterday - NFL -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Week 6 Race For The Case & four must win games | College Football Enquirer
On today's show, Dan Wetzel, Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde discuss four games in Week 6 that are must win situations for Ole Miss, Missouri, Florida State, and Rutgers. They break down what is ...Yesterday - College Football -
Sports - ABC News
Les Miles moves lawsuit over vacated LSU wins from federal to state court
Former football coach Les Miles’ lawsuit against LSU and the NCAA over a decision to vacate 37 of his teams’ victories from 2012 to 2015 has been moved from federal court to state courtYesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Trump tops Harris by 2 points in Florida: Survey
Former President Trump is leading Vice President Harris in Florida by 2 points, according to a new survey. In the poll, released Thursday by Napolitan News Service, Trump received 50 percent ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
What atrocity would Israel have to commit for our leaders to break their silence? | Owen Jones
To avenge 7 October, crimes of all kinds are condoned. But politicians should take note: the British public disagrees. Consider these two parallel universes. One is Gaza, the scene of some of the ...Yesterday - Israel -
Top stories - BBC News
UK hands back Chagos Islands - but will keep military base
In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands to Mauritius - after decades of often fractious negotiations.Yesterday - United Kingdom -
Top stories - NBC News
Hurricane Helene's death toll tops 200
At least 202 storm-related deaths have now been confirmed in the wake of Hurricane Helene, making it the deadliest storm to hit the United States in decades. Meanwhile, the search for survivors and ...Yesterday -
World - Financial Times
Small but important steps in EU-UK relations
Also in this week’s newsletter: the apprenticeship levy and its failure to help the young into workYesterday -
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Tech - Wired
16 Best Coffee Subscriptions to Keep You Wired (2024)
These services deliver freshly roasted, delicious coffee picks right to your door—each with its own twist.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
We must curtail the presidential pardon power in case Trump wins
According to Alexander Hamilton, the immense unilateral power to pardon “would naturally inspire scrupulousness and caution” in the president. Clearly, then, the drafters of the Constitution did ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Top stories - BBC News
Man admits killing his mother in her home
Barry Noone, 47, had previously denied murdering his mother but has now admitted manslaughter.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Harris tops Trump by 3 points in national survey
With just more than a month until Election Day, Vice President Harris has a 3 percentage point advantage over former President Trump nationally, according to a poll released Wednesday, The ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
World - Financial Times
EU sues Hungary over new security law
Brussels says Viktor Orbán’s government violates bloc’s rules on privacy and freedom of expressionYesterday - European Union -
Top stories - NBC News
Georgian parliament speaker signs law curbing LGBT rights
Georgian parliamentary speaker Shalva Papuashvili said in a Facebook post on Thursday that he had signed into law a “family values” bill curbing LGBT rights, just weeks before a high-stakes ...Yesterday -
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World - The Guardian
Quebec separatist leader holds Trudeau to ransom: ‘We saw an opportunity’
Yves-François Blanchet says Liberals must pass legislation or lose support of party propping up government. The leader of the Quebec independence party propping up the government of Justin ...Yesterday -
Top stories - ABC News
Georgian parliament speaker signs anti-LGBTQ law after president refuses to sign it
The speaker of the Georgian parliament has signed into a law a bill that severely curtails LGBTQ+ rights in the country and mirrors legislation adopted in neighboring RussiaYesterday -
World - ABC News
Albanian opposition MPs try to disrupt Parliament to protest a colleague's imprisonment
Albanian opposition lawmakers have protested in Parliament, burning effigies and clashing with bodyguards, after one of their colleagues was convicted of slander and imprisonedYesterday -
Business - Inc.
Brain Science Says 1 Exercise Habit Improves Memory and Keeps Your Brain Sharp as You Age
Exercise doesn’t just slow down cognitive decline; it can actually help improve your brain power.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
Leaders: Is Your Desire to Be Right Holding You Back?
How needing to be right can damage relationships, stifle growth, and slow progress.Yesterday -
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Health - ABC News
Hurricanes like Helene are deadly when they strike and keep killing for years to come
A new study says hurricanes in the United States are hundreds of times deadlier in the long run than the government calculates2 days ago -
Business - Inc.
California’s $20 Fast-Food Minimum Wage Is a Win-Win-Win, Research Says
A study by UC Berkeley economists says the state’s mandated hourly minimum pay hike increased worker income, but left employment and menu price levels largely unchanged.2 days ago - California