Eight months off school, but we all learned so much: a family sabbatical in South America
Sort by
188 items
-
NBC News - Top stories
OK, so there was an interest rate cut. What do I do now?
The Federal Reserve’s decision Wednesday to lower its key interest rate by half a percentage point brought some clarity to the country’s top financial decision-makers, sending stocks surging to ...22 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Fifa set to name eight US host venues for controversial 2025 Club World Cup
Fifa set to announce agreements with eight stadiums Seattle, Atlanta, Orlando, Philadelphia among chosen 32-team event will take place in NFL and MLS venues Fifa are set to announce staging ...22 hours ago - World Cup -
-
The New York Times - Sports
How a Former Women’s Teaching School Became a College Sports Disruptor
In the foothills of Virginia, James Madison University has found unlikely athletic success. Maintaining it is the difficult part.22 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Is the shine coming off Saint Starmer?
Plus, what the business community really thinks of the new government23 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Netflix Reveals The Most-Watched Movies And TV Shows Of 2024 So Far
Netflix has released its latest engagement report , listing the most-watched films and TV shows currently on the platform. The report ranks Netflix's small-screen offerings based on views and ...23 hours ago - Netflix -
ABC News - Sports
Takeaways from AP report on risks of rising heat for high school football players
The beginning of high school football season has seen a string of deathsYesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth for 2 months
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a ...Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
What we learned from Fayed sex abuse press conference
From threats to fear and sexual health checks, lawyers alleged systematic abuse of dozens of women.Yesterday -
GameSpot - Tech
This Is Fine Meme Becoming An Old-School Platformer
The creator of the comic that spawned the "This is Fine" meme is making a video game based on it. KC Green, who created the "Gunshow" comic, has announced a partnership with Numskull Games to make ...Yesterday -
Wired - Tech
Want to Get Into Founder Mode? You Should Be So Lucky
Paul Graham’s viral essay explains why Brian Chesky and Steve Jobs ruled and professional managers stink. But if a manager is smart and the founder is meh, who’s better?Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Early voting begins today in Virginia, South Dakota and Minnesota
Harris called for action to stop gun violence at schools during a campaign event with Oprah Winfrey last night.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Jill Biden says 'we have to have a peaceful transfer of power' in January
First lady Jill Biden emphasized in an interview with NBC News that "we have to have a peaceful transfer of power," urging Americans to "come together" amid deep political divisions.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
BBC News - Top stories
Family unable to see a dentist in four years
A mother-of-four from Caernarfon says she cannot afford private dental care or see an NHS dentist.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Dictators Die, but Their Legacies Live on Much Longer
Fujimori’s authoritarian streak lives on in Peru, even in those who claim to be against the former leader’s political movement.Yesterday -
ABC News - World
AP Week in Pictures: Latin America and Caribbean
Sept. 13-19, 2024 Demonstrators in Peru demanded more action from their government to combat fires in the Amazon. Mexicans celebrated Independence Day in the Zocalo, Mexico City's main square. ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
Three big investment questions I’m asking now — and so should you
As the fourth quarter looms, portfolio risk, US equities and China are all that mattersYesterday -
The Guardian - World
Revealed: Russia anticipated Kursk incursion months in advance, seized papers show
Exclusive: Documents contain months of warnings about possible Ukrainian advance and also reveal concerns about morale. Russia’s military command had anticipated Ukraine’s incursion into its Kursk ...Yesterday - Russia -
-
Yahoo Sports - Sports
What we got wrong about Caitlin Clark's rookie season ... so far
We figured Clark's arrival in the WNBA would boost TV ratings. What we didn't see coming was the sustained magnitude all season long.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Steve From ‘Blue’s Clues’ Was Here for Us All Along
The former star of a beloved children’s show survived the rumors of his own demise and then found a new home on social media. He is still ready to listen.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Relevent to Manage Bundesliga Media Rights in the Americas
The DFL, Germany’s top professional soccer organizer, is partnering with Stephen Ross’ Relevent Sports to expand the visibility of the Bundesliga and second-level Bundesliga 2 in North and South ...2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Report: Red Wings May Not Be Able to Manage Eight-Year Deal for Seider
Per TSN's Chris Johnston, Detroit may have to limit the star German defenseman's contract term to find an agreeable annual salary2 days ago