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Marian Turski, Auschwitz survivor who warned of danger of indifference, dies at 98
Marian Turski, a Holocaust survivor who became a journalist and historian in postwar Poland and was a co-founder of Warsaw’s landmark Jewish history museum, has diedABC News - 2d -
As Israel uses US-made AI models in war, concerns arise about tech’s role in who lives and who dies
U.S. tech giants have quietly empowered Israel to track and kill many more alleged militants more quickly in Gaza and Lebanon through a sharp spike in artificial intelligence and computing servicesABC News - 3d -
G. Ray Hawkins, gallerist who championed photography as fine art, dies at 80
G. Ray Hawkins launched the first public gallery in Los Angeles devoted to photography and showcased the work of giants including Ansel Adams, Man Ray and Paul Outerbridge during his careerLos Angeles Times - 2d -
Marshall Rose, Who Helped Revive Two New York Institutions, Dies at 88
A real estate developer, he was instrumental in revitalizing the New York Public Library and transforming Bryant Park from a dangerous dead zone into a glorious sanctuary.The New York Times - 14h -
'We are history.' Hood Historian serves as the memory bank for L.A.
Hood Historian's passion for sharing the history of Southern California through the lens of "a Black dude from the hood" has built a true community.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Chinese Embassy Plan in London Sets Off Opposition
Britain appears ready to approve what would be the largest diplomatic outpost in Europe, but neighbors and activists fear tapped phone lines and suppressed protests.The New York Times - 1d -
Doctors in London cure blindness in children with rare condition
Four children can now see shapes, find toys, recognise their parents’ faces and some can read and write. Doctors in London have become the first in the world to cure blindness in children born with ...The Guardian - 6h -
Wildfires becoming less frequent but more destructive, study finds
Recent wildfires throughout the U.S. have been significantly more devastating. However, the number of these fires has actually gone down in the past few decades, according to a new study published ...CBS News - 13h -
Nearly 500 cat figurines stolen from Gordon Ramsay’s London restaurant
By Ramsay’s own estimate, he has lost more than £2,000 during one week in stolen maneki-neko cat models. Nearly 500 cat figurines were stolen in one week from Gordon Ramsay’s new London restaurant, ...The Guardian - 15h -
A Boneyard Along the Thames River Reveals London’s Ancient Burials
Researchers have found dozens of human bones on the banks of the iconic river, many of them thousands of years old.The New York Times - 3h -
Domestic abuse experts to help police in 999 call rooms after murders
The pilot in five police force areas comes after Raneem Oudeh and her mother were murdered in 2018.BBC News - 9h -
Ministers ignored evidence of farm animals poisoned by lead, experts say
Government accused of failing to ‘get to grips’ with cases showing impact on livestock reared near abandoned mines in EnglandFinancial Times - 8h -
Melting glaciers caused almost 2cm of sea level rise this century, study reveals
Decades-long research shows world’s glaciers collectively lost 6.542tn tonnes of ice between 2000 and 2023. Melting glaciers have caused almost 2cm of sea level rise this century alone, a ...The Guardian - 1d -
‘Jekyll and Hyde Leadership’ Can Hurt Performance, According to a New Study. Here’s How to Fix It
Research shows that oscillating leadership creates confusion that leaves employees emotionally exhausted.Inc. - 1d -
Dairy Workers May Have Passed Bird Flu to Pet Cats, CDC Study Suggests
But the study, whose publication was delayed by a pause in public communications by the agency, leaves key questions unanswered.The New York Times - 15h -
Dickson Despommier Dies at 84; Championed Farming in Skyscrapers
A Columbia microbiologist, he popularized “vertical farming” — raising crops in tall buildings — to remediate climate change and feed more people.The New York Times - 1d -
Souleymane Cissé, Celebrated Malian Filmmaker, Dies at 84
He won multiple awards during his 50-year career, including the jury prize at the Cannes Film Festival, and spent his life championing African cinema.The New York Times - 22h -
Experts give up hope for 157 false killer whales stranded on a beach in Australia's Tasmania state
Marine experts have given up hope of rescuing more than 150 false killer whales that stranded on a remote beach on Australia’s island state of TasmaniaABC News - 2d -
This 1 Small Change to Every Email Is the ‘Most Effective Thing You Can Do’ Says Communications Expert
‘Language mimicry’ can lead people to trust you, says Ping author Andrew Brodsky.Inc. - 1d -
USWNT vs. Colombia prediction, odds, start time: 2025 SheBelieves Cup picks, best bets from soccer expert
Soccer expert Brandt Sutton has locked in his best bets for Thursday's Colombia vs. USWNT SheBelieves Cup 2025 matchCBS Sports - 14h -
Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann charged with stalking
Julia Wandel allegedly sent letters, calls, WhatsApps and visited family of missing girl . A woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann has been charged with stalking the parents and siblings of the ...The Guardian - 1h -
The key global issue is not the clash of north and south: it’s who supports international law and who doesn’t | Jean-Noël Barrot
We say the defining question is this: do nations work for peace and order or embrace the notion of power by force?. Jean-Noël Barrot is the foreign minister of France We are being told that the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77
Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio has died at the age of 77ABC News - 3d -
Rick Buckler, former drummer for British rock trio the Jam, dies at 69
Paul Weller and Bruce Foxton of the Jam mourn drummer Rick Buckler, who died Monday at 69 after a short illness. 'We went far beyond our dreams,' Weller writes.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, a pioneer of African cinema, dies
Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, a pioneer of African cinema with a career spanning 50 years, has died at age 84ABC News - 1d -
David Boren, former Oklahoma governor and veteran US senator, dies at 83
David Boren, the former Oklahoma governor and longtime U.S. Senate intelligence chief who went on to lead the University of Oklahoma after his retirement from politics, has diedABC News - 1d -
Man dies at Manchester airport after arrest by Border Force officers
Police watchdog is investigating death of 27-year-old who showed ‘unusual behaviour’ at security check. A 27-year-old man has died at Manchester airport after being arrested by Border Force ...The Guardian - 17h -
Not Even DOGE Employees Know Who's Legally Running DOGE
Despite all appearances, the White House insists that Elon Musk is not in charge of DOGE. US DOGE Service employees can’t get a straight answer about who is.Wired - 2d -
4 Red Wings Who Could Be Traded To New Teams
The Detroit Red Wings will need to make decisions on these players.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Woman Who Gave Birth to Another Couple’s Baby Sues I.V.F. Clinic
The woman, a Georgia resident, lost custody of the child she had carried. The in vitro fertilization clinic, Coastal Fertility Specialists, apologized for “an embryo transfer mix-up.”The New York Times - 1d -
Who is Friedrich Merz, the favorite to become Germany's new chancellor?
Friedrich Merz, who is poised to become Germany's chancellor in a CDU-led government, has extensive experience as a lawyer and working with major corporations.CNBC - 1d -
Man who 'exhibited fixated behaviour' to Raducanu given restraining order
A man who handed a letter to Emma Raducanu and "exhibited fixated behaviour" towards her has been given a restraining order, Dubai Police have confirmed.BBC News - 21h -
Many who came to Germany as migrants will vote for the first time Sunday
More than half a million newly naturalized citizens will be able to vote in Germany’s national election for the first time this weekendABC News - 5h -
The Man Who Broke Germany’s Government Wants a Chance to Fix It
Christian Lindner triggered early elections last fall with a move meant to save his party. It brought chaos at an inopportune time. But will it work out?The New York Times - 3h -
Researchers confirm Hall of Famer Bobby Hull had CTE when he died 2 years ago
Bobby Hull's widow says the Hall of Famer and two-time NHL MVP who helped the Chicago Blackhawks win the 1961 Stanley Cup had chronic traumatic encephalopathy when he died two years agoABC News - 2d -
Really, who were those masked men? New series of books probes backstories of Marvel superheroes
If you love movies or comics, you’ve likely followed the adventures of Spider-Man, Iron Man and other superheroesABC News - 2d -
When the pope is sick, Italians always gossip about who comes next - even before 'Conclave'
The pope looms so large in everyday Italian life that there are lots of expressions that make light of even a dark event like his deathABC News - 1d -
2025 NFL Redraft: Who lands Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson and all the biggest stars?
You are invited, encouraged and expected to disagree with all 32 of these draft picks in the comments and on social media.Yahoo Sports - 18h -
Once off the table, bills to charge women who get abortions with murder get votes before failing
Abortion rights groups fear punishment for women who have abortions and governments tracking pregnanciesABC News - 16h
