Fredric Jameson, Critic Who Linked Literature to Capitalism, Dies at 90
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Fredric Jameson, Critic Who Linked Literature to Capitalism, Dies at 90
Among the world’s leading academic critics, he brought his analytical rigor to topics as diverse as German opera and sci-fi movies.4 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
For the Marxist Literary Critic Fredric Jameson, Reading Was the Path to Revolution
The literary critic, who died on Sunday at age 90, believed that reading was the path to revolution.5 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Israeli strikes kill 492 in heaviest daily toll in Lebanon since 1975-90 civil war
Israel says it has hit 1,300 targets in escalating conflict with Hezbollah, as tens of thousands flee their homes. At least 492 people have been killed and 1,645 injured, Lebanon’s health ministry ...6 hours ago - Israel -
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Jazz saxophonist and composer Benny Golson dies at 95
Jazz saxophone player and composer Benny Golson has died at age 959 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
You can't always refinance a mortgage to capitalize on lower rates: Here's when a lender may say 'no'
If you're considering a mortgage refinance to take advantage of lower rates, here's how to make sure you qualify.9 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Reeves could change fiscal rules to allow more capital spending, say sources
Chancellor tells conference she will ‘look at the value and benefits of investment and not just the costs’. Rachel Reeves is considering changing how the government’s fiscal rules are calculated to ...10 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Dick Moss, the Lawyer Who Won Free Agency for Baseball Players, Dies at Age 93
His efforts to let athletes seek new contracts and overturn the 'reserve clause' changed the economics of baseball--and other sports--forever.10 hours ago -
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Dick Moss, the lawyer who won free agency for baseball players, dies at age 93
Dick Moss who won the arbitration case that created free agency.10 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Reeves paves way for capital spending increase
Speech at Labour party conference fuels debate over future of chancellor’s borrowing rules13 hours ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
How Food Critic Keith Lee Reviews Restaurants
The restaurant reviewer Keith Lee tastes takeout dishes in his car, and sometimes offends whole cities in the process.18 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Rival protesters clash in Bolivia as ex-President Evo Morales leads a march to the capital
Bolivia’s pro-government supporters and security forces have confronted protesters loyal to former President Evo Morales in a street meleeYesterday -
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8 bulls escape rodeo after plowing through chain-link fence
The bulls escaped from a rodeo after plowing through a chain-link fence in Massachusetts on Sunday.Yesterday -
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Why preserving presidential papers at the National Archives is critical
The National Archives has been in the news lately, not so much for what is in its collection, but for what was missing: some presidential records.Yesterday -
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Mercury Morris, who starred for the unbeaten 1972 Miami Dolphins and helped them win two Super Bowl titles, dies at 77
Mercury Morris, who starred for the unbeaten 1972 Miami Dolphins and helped them win two Super Bowl titles, dies at 77Yesterday - NFL -
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Daniel J. Evans, 98, Washington State Governor Who Went to Senate, Dies
A moderate Republican, he championed education, civil rights and environmental causes as a three-term governor and on Capitol Hill. He was eyed as a potential vice president.Yesterday -
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Kathryn Crosby, actor and widow of famed singer and Oscar-winning actor Bing Crosby, dies at 90
She acted in such movies as “The 7th Voyage of Sinbad”, “Anatomy of a Murder."2 days ago -
The New York Times - World
What Is The Radwan Force, the Elite Hezbollah Unit Linked to Ibrahim Aqeel?
The Israeli military considers the force a major threat to its northern border and has portrayed Aqeel, whom it claimed to have killed on Friday, as its de facto commander.2 days ago -
ESPN - Sports
Spurs' Ange on Solanke critics: 'Do some yoga'
Ange Postecoglou has called for patience from anyone rushing to judge Dominic Solanke after his £65million move from Bournemouth.2 days ago -
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Trailblazing actress Cleo Sylvestre dies aged 79
She was the first black actress to have a leading role at the National Theatre, and in a soap opera.2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Metabolism and diet are linked to root of bipolar depression, say researchers
Illness could be treated as a physical, rather than mood, disorder, according to scientists in Edinburgh. Iain Campbell, a researcher based at Edinburgh University, has a special perspective on ...2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Economist Group cancer conference cancelled due to links to tobacco firms
Exclusive: Speakers and attendees pull out of Economist Impact event over ties to Philip Morris and Japan Tobacco. A division of the publisher of the Economist has been forced to cancel a ...2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Nelson DeMille, Blockbuster Author Who Thrilled Millions, Dies at 81
In best seller after best seller, world-weary investigators tackled military malfeasance and Russian spies, cracking jokes and beers to the delight of legions of devoted fans.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
The Kennedy myth never dies — it just gets weirder
Jack Schlossberg is the star of Camelot 2.0 — the zany years2 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Security Firm Linked to Top Adams Aide Won Millions in N.Y.C. Business
The company received a $154 million contract to provide “emergency fire watch services” to the New York City Housing Authority. The firm was once owned by the deputy mayor for public safety.3 days ago -
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Woman in hiding after company was linked to exploding pagers, mother says
Cristiana Bársony-Arcidiacono has not appeared publicly since the deadly attack that targeted Iran-backed Hezbollah and that has been widely blamed on Israel.3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Peppa Pig and Thunderbirds actor David Graham dies
He provided the voice for characters in TV series including Peppa Pig, Thunderbirds and Doctor Who.3 days ago -
ABC News - World
Mali officials close livestock markets over suspected links to militants
Following a deadly attack in Mali's capital by al-Qaida linked militants, authorities there have temporarily closed livestock markets that typically are run by an ethnic group that authorities ...3 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Three players linked to Patriots as possible trade targets: Report
Could the Patriots use the NFL trade deadline to upgrade their roster? Here are three players linked to New England as possible fits.3 days ago - NFL -
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Amid criticisms of BMI, body roundness index emerges as an alternative
Body roundness index takes into account a person's hips and waist measurements.3 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Poland arrests Kremlin critic accused of directing attack on Navalny aide
Four suspects held in ‘multi-threaded’ probe into assaults against Russian dissidents as rift opens in opposition ranks3 days ago - Russia -
The Hill - Politics
DNC launches ads linking Trump to Robinson after CNN report
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has launched advertisements linking former President Trump to North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, after an explosive report about the GOP gubernatorial ...3 days ago - Donald Trump -
GameSpot - Tech
James Cameron Claps Back At People Who Criticize The Dialogue In His Movies
By any financial measure, James Cameron is the most successful director in the history of Hollywood. That's not an exaggeration, because Cameron's Titanic was the highest grossing movie of all time ...3 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Michaela DePrince, Who Survived Sierra Leone's Civil War to Become a Star Ballerina, Dies at 29
While living in an orphanage in her war-torn country, she dreamed of being happy, powerful and successful.3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
How USAGM officials misused taxpayer resources to attack their critics
USAGM officials have been using taxpayer funds to provide legal and logistical assistance to outside individuals to smear media critics, including British academics who wrote a book about Michael ...3 days ago -
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Financial Times - World
Canada opens new critical minerals hub in push to end China’s dominance
Saskatchewan facility marks small step in drive to challenge Beijing’s control of processing rare earths3 days ago - China -
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Couple dies while snorkeling during Hawaii babymoon
Family and friends are mourning the deaths of a Washington state couple who died while snorkeling on vacation in Hawaii.4 days ago