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Fancy a Belgian city break without the crowds of Ghent or Bruges? Mechelen might be the answer
The majestic Flemish city is dotted with renaissance palaces, great bars and eye-catching contemporary art – yet it’s firmly off the tourist trail. Arriving in Belgium on the Eurostar, it is always ...The Guardian - 11h -
Angel City's Leroux takes mental health break
Sydney Leroux has said she will take a "step away from soccer for my mental health" one day before her club, Angel City, begin their NWSL campaign.ESPN - 2d -
Montpellier Ligue 1 clash abandoned after crowd trouble
The French Ligue 1 clash between relegation battlers Montpellier and Saint-Etienne on Sunday was abandoned in the second half after flares were thrown by supporters, briefly causing a fire to break ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Where the art of Edvard Munch comes alive: a city break in Oslo
As a new exhibition celebrating the portraits of Edvard Munch opens at London’s National Portrait Gallery, we take a trip to the artist’s home city in Norway. I reach Ekeberg Park at sunset and ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Tottenham look like a team without a plan against authoritative Fulham
In added time, Antonee Robinson set off for a gallop down the Craven Cottage wing, easily vaulting a couple of half-hearted Spurs challenges as he went, the crowd cooing in delight. On his way, he ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Mexico City introduces ‘bloodless bullfighting’ in win for animal rights activists
Activists celebrate move, but note that ‘a bull event without violence does not mean one without suffering’. Mexico City’s congress has voted to ban traditional bullfights and replace them with ...The Guardian - 23h -
Supersized pearls and crystal bows: Chanel lures celebrity crowd to Paris
Fashion week also brings Louis Vuitton showcasing cinematic romance of train travel. Chanel came gift-wrapped in black ribbon at Paris fashion week. The ribbon was made of steel, not silk. It was ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
City in double-injury blow ahead of Chelsea QF
Manchester City boss Nick Cushing has confirmed that his side will be without Khadija Shaw and Aoba Fujino for their Champions League quarterfinal first-leg against Chelsea.ESPN - 1d -
From an Alpine meadow to a Greek island: five of the best spring breaks in Europe
Our writers make the most of warm weather, smaller crowds and off-peak prices to visit their favourite spots, from the Baltic to the Bosphorus. ‘There’s a magic to sleeping surrounded by Alpine ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Belgian actor Émilie Dequenne dies at 43 of rare cancer, report says
The Belgian actor who won a top Cannes prize for her breakout role in “Rosetta,” Émilie Dequenne has died at 43ABC News - 2d -
Kieran Culkin Asked for More Kids at the Oscars. When Is an In-Joke Worth the Risk?
Some personal stories can make the jump to crowd-pleasing anecdote without a hitch. But taking a private joke to prime time has its risks.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
From pandemic struggles to St. Patrick's Day crowds, Mary O's soda bread rises to viral fame
Nestled in a modest storefront in New York City’s East Village, Mary O’s Irish Soda Bread Shop blends into the other red-brick businesses on the block.NBC News - 4d -
Manchester City vs Brighton – Match preview and team news
Manchester City welcome a high-flying Brighton to the Etihad Stadium this weekend.The Premier League champions have the opportunity to break into the top four with a win this afternoon. Pep ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Leicester City vs Man United – Match preview and team news
The final Premier League game before the international break sees Leicester City welcome Man United to the King Power Stadium.Manuel Ugarte was an unused substitute in midweek with Ruben Amorim ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Angel City's self-proclaimed 2.0 era begins with Sydney Leroux out indefinitely
Angel City hopes 2025 will mark a new beginning, but Sydney Leroux announcing she will take a mental-health break seems to catch the team by surprise.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Detroit shoots to boost its bid for PWHL expansion team, drawing record crowd for pro women's hockey
“PWHL DETROIT NEEDS A TEAM,” was printed on one side of the signs. The six-team PWHL may expand next season — in its third year — and is touring cities potentially on the list to get in the game. ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Belgian prosecutors make arrests in corruption probe linked to European Parliament
Belgian federal prosecutors say they've arrested several individuals as part of a corruption probe linked to the European Parliament amid reports in local media that Chinese company Huawei bribed ...ABC News - 6d -
Award-winning Belgian actor Émilie Dequenne dies aged 43
Dequenne, who won best actress at Cannes for her first role in the Dardenne film Rosetta, died of a rare adrenal cancer on Sunday. Belgian actor Émilie Dequenne died of a rare cancer on Sunday in a ...The Guardian - 2d -
Émilie Dequenne, Belgian actor and Cannes winner known for 'Rosetta,' dies at 43
Belgian actor Émilie Dequenne, known for her leading role in Cannes winner 'Rosetta,' has died. She was 'an inspiring woman, a great soul, a great actress,' a representative said.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
How the Pandemic Upended Our Lives
Whether you fled a crowded city or thought a puppy was the answer, the glimpses of another life we got during Covid have faded away.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
Almost 290,000 properties without power as ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred brings dangerous rain
South-east Queensland and northern NSW struggle to recover amid heavy downpours and flash flooding. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Swathes of south-east ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
UConn-Creighton ends in scuffle over 'fancy' dunk
A scuffle broke out at the end of Creighton's victory over UConn in a Big East tournament semifinal after Jamiya Neal threw down a needless dunk for the Bluejays in the final seconds.ESPN - 4d -
Crowds converge in Belgrade for protest rally against Serbia's government
Large crowds of flag-waving protesters converged after meeting up at several agreed-on protest venues in various parts of Belgrade, which was placed on high alert.CBS News - 4d -
Cheltenham festival crowds will be down this week for third year running
CEO says accommodation costs affecting attendance Course claims that changes will spark revival in 2026 Cheltenham racecourse has effectively confirmed that crowds at its showpiece meeting will ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
Wrexham game halted for nearly 50 minutes because of medical incident in crowd
Wrexham's game against Wycombe Wanderers in English soccer's third tier was halted for nearly 50 minutes on Saturday because of a medical incident in the crowd. Wrexham posted on X that the ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Celtics rookie Baylor Scheierman recaps special moment with Garden crowd after career game
Boston Celtics rookie Baylor Scheierman reflected on a special moment with the TDGarden crowd after dropping a career-high 20 pointsYahoo Sports - 15h -
Ruben Dias interview: Rivals want to take what is yours – we are starving to get our title back
Ruben Dias describes this season, his first at Manchester City without winning the Premier League, as the cost of success.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
This Very Fancy Pokemon Cookware Line Includes $129 Mug, $999 Pot
Le Creuset is responsible for some of the most premium cookware on the planet. The company has been around since 1925, churning out luxurious products that don’t just look fantastic, but also hold ...GameSpot - 6d -
Consumers are cutting back on fancy snacks. Here’s how General Mills is responding.
The packaged-food giant’s CEO doesn’t think it needs to play into “a race to the bottom on pricing,” and should instead emphasize the flavor and health benefits of its snack lineup.MarketWatch - 1h -
Hamburg Airport Halts All Flights as Ground Staff Strike
The airport in Germany’s second largest city said the one-day strike, called over pay and conditions, began earlier than expected “without any notice.”The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
Marlborough racing tips and best bets for today’s races
Following today’s racing tips? In need of some guidance? Or just fancy a flutter?Yahoo Sports - 6h -
Millions in Cuba without electricity after substation failure
Millions of people in Cuba remained without power Saturday after a failure of the nation’s electric grid left the island in the dark the previous night.NBC News - 3d -
Émilie Dequenne, Belgian Actress Who Starred in ‘Rosetta,’ Dies at 43
She won the Cannes Film Festival’s best actress award for her debut performance in 1999. She was later diagnosed with a rare adrenal gland cancer.The New York Times - 1d -
How to invest in gold without paying today's high price
The price of gold just hit a new record. Here's how to get started without having to pay top dollar.CBS News - 1d -
No European defence without Germany
The rapid action by Friedrich Merz in the face of Donald Trump’s disruption highlights how the continent’s leaders need strategy as well as spendingFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
City council declares Boston a 'sanctuary city' for transgender community
City councilors voted 12-1 Wednesday to make Boston a sanctuary city for members of the transgender community.NBC News - 6d -
Breaking down the Steelers picks in new 7-round mock draft
Breaking down the Steelers picks in a new seven-round mock draft.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
How to get equity out of your home without refinancing this spring
Want to borrow home equity without having to give up your low mortgage rate? Here's how to do so this spring.CBS News - 6d -
Sporticast 431: Breaking News at SXSW
On the latest Sporticast episode, hosts Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams are joined by Sportico colleague Eric Jackson in a live episode filmed during SXSW in Austin, Texas. The trio breaks ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Five things to look out for during the international break
Five things to look out for in the international break, ahead of crucial clashes in the Nations League and 2026 World Cup qualification.Who will progress in the inaugural Nations League ...Yahoo Sports - 7h
