Ferry disruption: Islanders face a difficult winter, warns minister

Vaccine for winter vomiting bug to be trialled on thousands

The easily spreadable virus can affect people of all ages and have huge consequences during winter.

Displaced Gazans Brace for Another Harsh Winter

After a year of war, at least one million people are facing months in the cold. Some said tents, blankets and warm clothes now qualified as luxuries.

World - The New York Times - October 24

Winter depression is real and there are many ways to fight back

People prone to seasonal depression are bracing themselves as winter approaches

Health - ABC News - October 30

Six of the best winter mountain breaks in Europe

From the Arctic Circle to Slovenia’s Julian Alps, we pick scenic and soothing retreats to don snowshoes, ski empty pistes and tune into winter. Marketing slogans usually leave me cold, but even I ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Seven people are dead after part of a ferry dock in Georgia collapses

At least seven people are dead and six were critically injured after a gangway/part of a ferry dock collapsed on Sapelo Island in Georgia.

By Ferry or Floatplane, 4 Enchanting Coastal Getaways From Vancouver

The largest city in British Columbia makes a perfect gateway to explore the rich marine wildlife and beauty of the region.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Arran's main ferry could be out of service until late March

CalMac said new problems had been uncovered on MV Caledonian Isles while the ship was in dry dock.

Halo, Call Of Duty Co-Developer Sold At "Most Difficult Time" In Gaming

Certain Affinity, a developer known for its co-development projects on major franchises and games like Call of Duty, Halo, and Hogwarts Legacy, has been sold to Keywords Studios. You might not have ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 18

John Grisham on the wrongfully convicted: "It's not that difficult to convict an innocent person"

The bestselling author of legal thrillers has co-written a work of non-fiction: "Framed," a collection of stories about people wrongfully convicted of crimes, and the fight to exonerate them.

Giants have difficult decisions to make on arbitration-eligible players

The San Francisco Giants have difficult decisions to make on a few arbitration-eligible players this offseason.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Why it would be difficult for Trump to reverse the 2024 election results

If Donald Trump or his allies tried to derail the electoral process, they would run up against an array of new guardrails this time around, legal experts say.

Browns' decision on Watson is difficult due to circumstances but obvious to the eye test: Analysis

Like Joe Flacco, Jameis Winston did what Deshaun Watson couldn’t do for the Browns

Sports - ABC News - October 29

The big idea: is convenience making our lives more difficult?

Everything is easier with modern technology – except fulfilling your true potential. The convenience of modern life is nothing short of astounding. As I write this, my phone is wirelessly sending ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Get ready: Republican election disruption is coming

Whichever presidential candidate is leading on that night, and however many ballots still need to be counted, Donald Trump will claim victory and dare the world to dispute him.

Politics - The Hill - October 14

Heavy rain brings widespread travel disruption

River levels are rising and properties are expected to flood in several parts of Wales.

Trains and buses cancelled amid further disruption

Translink also issued warnings to commuters on Thursday evening as a result of heavy traffic.

Passengers stuck on planes and homes without power

Northern Ireland Electricity restored power to more than 10,000 customers over the course of Sunday.

Animal rights protesters disrupt Pharrell Williams film premiere

A biopic of the singer, titled Piece by Piece, was delayed at the London Film Festival on Sunday.

Maersk Profit Rises as Red Sea Disruptions Continue

Maersk’s third-quarter net profit jumped after continued disruptions in the Red Sea shipping lanes pushed freight rates higher.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

Harris wins Rhode Island

Vice President Harris has won Rhode Island, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. Her victory does not come as a surprise in the deep blue New England state, where she had a 98 percent ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Ministers complain to Starmer over spending cuts

Some Cabinet members are alarmed at the scale of cuts being sought to plug a rumoured £40bn gap.

Russia says it captured a southern Ukraine village in a push before winter comes

World - Yahoo News - October 14

Russia says it captured a southern Ukraine village in a push before winter comes

Russia says it has captured the village of Levadne in southern Ukraine as it probes for weaknesses along the war’s roughly 1,000-kilometer (600-mile) front line before winter arrives

World - ABC News - October 14