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How Verlander joining Giants causes jersey-number conundrum
Justin Verlander wears the same jersey number as former Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford, which poses a potential problem for San Francisco.Yahoo Sports - 4h -
Are These Shoes Hideous or Genius?
A conversation about the New Balance “Snoafers” — not quite sneakers, not quite loafers.The New York Times - 11h -
‘I was drenched in painting’: how Jake Grewal’s nudes in nature caused a sensation
His dreamy, mysterious landscapes populated by naked figures have made him a rising star of the art world. But the young artist says he’s still figuring things out. . . . When Luca Guadagnino began ...The Guardian - 15h -
Hurdles remain as Israel and Hamas once again inch toward a ceasefire deal
Israel and Hamas are once again struggling to reach a ceasefire that could wind down the 15-month war in Gaza and bring home dozens of Israelis held hostageABC News - 1d -
Has Trump caused the Canadian prime minister to resign?
Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on MondayBBC News - 1d -
The 13 best women’s running shoes of 2025, tested & reviewed
A running coach and podiatrist share the best women's running shoes from Brooks, Hoka, Nike and moreNBC News - 9h -
Boy, 14, stabbed to death on London bus
A boy has been stabbed to death on a London bus in what police described as "a horrendous crime".BBC News - 11h -
Stocks appear ‘rate sensitive once again’ as bond yields press higher
Rising interest rates in the bond market seems to be weighing on stocks, as investors wait for an upcoming U.S. jobs report and for Wall Street banks to kick off corporate earnings season.MarketWatch - 1d -
Fluoride once again scrutinized for possible effect on children's brains
A new report once again raises the question of whether there is a link between fluoride in drinking water and lower IQ levels in children.NBC News - 1d -
Schumer: 'Utterly outrageous' Trump is considering pardons for Jan. 6 rioters
Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., spoke on the Senate floor before Congress meets to certify President-elect Trump's election victory. Schumer reflected on the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, and called ...NBC News - 1d -
Man charged with helping ex-British soldier in London prison getaway
London police say a man has been charged with assisting a former British soldier later convicted of spying for Iran in his escape from prisonABC News - 1d -
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‘A not so subtle misogyny’: Sargent portraits of ‘dollar princesses’ come to London
Portraits of wealthy American heiresses who married into British society will be shown at Kenwood in London. Margaret “Daisy” Leiter was just 19 when in 1898 she was painted by the most celebrated ...The Guardian - 2d -
NFL once again places Texans in Saturday afternoon wild-card slot
The Houston Texans Invitational kicks off at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
How 'impressive' Man Utd caused problems on Liverpool's right side
Match of the Day 2 pundit Alan Shearer analyses Manchester United's "impressive" Diogo Dalot and how he caused Liverpool's right-hand side problems in their 2-2 draw in the Premier League.BBC News - 2d -
Videos show icy road conditions causing vehicle spin-outs
Videos from around Kansas City, Mo., captured multiple cars and semi-trucks struggling to maintain control on icy roads.NBC News - 2d -
'Difficult in his shoes' - Ancelotti defends Vinicius Jr
Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti says it is "difficult" being Vinicius Jr after the winger was sent off during his side's win against Valencia in La Liga, and hopes the Brazilian will not be banned.BBC News - 2d -
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Filth and frolics - how pointy shoes once caused moral outrage in London
Shoes seen as demonic and vain were blamed for making men "effeminate" and bringing the plague to London.BBC News - 2d -
How Darts Became London’s Rowdiest Winter Party
The professional darts championships draw tens of thousands of raucous fans. The beer flows freely in the stands, but the competition is serious.The New York Times - 3d -
Protesters march in London for release of teenage boy in Dubai jail
Marcus Fakana from north London was convicted of having sex with British girl, now 18, when they were on holiday. Protesters have marched through central London calling for the release of a ...The Guardian - 3d -
‘There will be a bit of a slump’: London braced for luxury hotel glut
Biggest number of room openings in more than a decade prompts concerns about oversupply and price cutsFinancial Times - 4d -
Which Countries Warn That Alcohol May Cause Cancer?
A quarter of nations worldwide have health risk labels on alcohol. But only South Korea has a warning about liver cancer.The New York Times - 4d -
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Chelsea FC co-owner pays £56mn for London penthouse
Purchase by billionaire Behdad Eghbali is one of largest UK property deals of 2024Financial Times - 4d -
Tulip Siddiq was given London flat by developer with links to ousted Bangladeshi government
UK City minister still owns King’s Cross property she was handed in 2004Financial Times - 4d -
Congress, once again, is getting older
Congress is older, again, and baby boomers in the House and Senate are losing seats to Generation X and millennials.NBC News - 4d -
Meet Ross J Barr, London’s most popular acupuncturist
Find out why Alexa Chung, Jamie Dornan and Harry and Meghan are fans of this man’s needlesFinancial Times - 4d -
3 killed in Hawaii explosion caused by illegal fireworks display
A firework explosion in Hawaii has killed at least three people and injured two dozen more. Authorities say a partygoer lit a bundle of aerial fireworks which then fell on its side, setting off ...CBS News - 5d -
Psychedelic therapy begins in Colorado, causing tension between conservatives and veterans
Colorado becomes the second state to allow psychedelic therapy this week after two years of rulemakingABC News - 6d -
Trump has a once-in a-century opportunity for change
Donald Trump will either grasp the opportunity history has thrust upon him to change the world for the better, or he will let it pass by and watch the downward slide into chaos continue. His ...The Hill - 6d -
At Trevi Fountain in Rome, Tourists’ Coins Go to Good Cause
Who gets to spend the millions of euros in change tossed into the Roman landmark?The New York Times - 6d -
Watch: London welcomes 2025 with fireworks display and Paddington Bear
Onlookers line the Embankment in central London for a fireworks spectacular.BBC News - Jan. 1
