Garth Risk Hallberg: ‘David Foster Wallace convinced me to change the way I was living’
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‘I don’t want to spend my remaining days living hand to mouth’: I divorced my husband and remarried. Can I claim his Social Security?
“I hope that it doesn’t trigger my ex-husband. He has a short fuse.”17 minutes ago -
World - The Guardian
As a Palestinian living in the US, I have lost friends, job opportunities – and my faith in humanity | Arwa Mahdawi
Every year has been catastrophic for Palestinians around the world, but the past 12 months have been unimaginable. It has been a year of heartbreak, a year of horror, a year of hell. I know I am ...37 minutes ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘This money is not bringing me a lot of happiness’: My husband and I have $7 million, but our kids are trouble. Should we cut them off?
“His son and his wife are not good to us. We rarely see them and they never offer to help us with anything.”1 hour ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘We didn’t sign an exclusive listing’: A realtor said she’d take out an ad to rent my New York City apartment. Am I morally obligated to use her?
“Other agents know our apartment is available for rent and now want to show it.”2 hours ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
A Single Day Changed These Gazans' Lives Forever
Separated by closed borders, clutching invitations for canceled weddings, Palestinians entered a year of limbo that still has no end in sight.11 hours ago -
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Hospitals at risk for cyber attacks
Following last summer's global cyber outage, we are getting a snapshot of how it impacted one hospital, the vulnerabilities it exposed, and the steps it is taking to prevent cyber attacks. NBC ...12 hours ago -
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David Paterson, Former New York Governor, Is Attacked in Manhattan
Mr. Paterson and his stepson suffered minor injuries in a street attack on Friday. The former governor was not believed to have been targeted in the assault, the police said.14 hours ago - New York -
Top stories - The New York Times
David Burnham, Times Reporter Who Exposed Police Graft, Dies at 91
Tipped off by the detective Frank Serpico, he wrote an explosive series on police corruption in New York City, sparking an investigation by the Knapp commission.14 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘Their house was purchased with my family money’: My late father left a life estate to his second wife. She’s only 10 years older than me. How can I undo this?
“Apparently the probate laws in Florida are different, perhaps superseding the will.”16 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
I know there will come a time when my wife no longer recognises me. But for now, we both feel blessed | Steven Herrick
I detest what early-onset Alzheimer’s is doing to the person I love. Yet I’m in awe of how she quietly, stoically, responds to its ravages . My wife – and best friend– of the past 38 years can no ...17 hours ago -
Health - The New York Times
As America’s Marijuana Use Grows, So Do the Risks
The drug, legal in much of the country, is widely seen as nonaddictive and safe. For some users, these assumptions are dangerously wrong.18 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘He’s 70 and fairly wealthy’: I met the love of my life three years ago. How do I politely ask that he include me in his will?
“His two sons are against any kind of commitment between us, as their dad has had two failed marriages.”18 hours ago -
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Saturday Sessions: Marcus King performs "Save Me"
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Marcus King started playing guitar at eight. As a teen, he formed his own band and started performing. Now, he's releasing his third critically acclaimed solo ...19 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
‘Mom, I Want to Live’: A Young Girl Battles War and Cancer
Sonya Liakh was diagnosed with eye cancer at age 2. After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine disrupted her treatment, her family faced a desperate struggle.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Celtic’s Elena Sadiku: ‘That infection made me question everything. I was scared of losing my life’
The Swede, who almost lost a leg at 23, on recovery, success and being the youngest ever Champions League coach. Elena Sadiku’s modesty very briefly breaks. “I was pretty good,” she says. “I am not ...Yesterday -
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Former New York Gov. David Paterson, stepson attacked in NYC
Former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson were victims of a "gang assault" in New York City on Friday night, authorities said.Yesterday - New York -
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The JBL Clip 5 goes almost everywhere with me
The JBL Clip 5 is the brands latest model in the Clip series and it has quickly become my go to portable speaker.Yesterday -
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Chris Wallace on pivotal 1960 election between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon
Veteran journalist Chris Wallace joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new book, "Countdown 1960," which gives an inside look at the campaigns of John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon.Yesterday -
Tech - Wired
Meta’s Movie Gen Makes Convincing AI Video Clips
The next frontier in generative AI is video—and with Movie Gen, Meta has now staked its claim.Yesterday - Entertainment -
Tech - GameSpot
Metal Gear's David Hayter Seemingly Teasing New Performance As Snake
It's been a long time since voice actor David Hayter stepped into the role of Snake. For years, the character had been voiced by David Hayter, who became synonymous with the role. Though Kiefer ...Yesterday -
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Business - Financial Times
Objectify me: furniture, fetish and feminism
‘I am the Last Woman Object’ declared Nicola L. in 1969. But 55 years later, stereotypes remain and women continue to create body furniture to challenge uncomfortable truths2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Death threats assail Brazil's trailblazing trans candidates as they campaign
Nearly 1,000 transgender politicians are running Sunday in every one of Brazil’s 26 states2 days ago - Brazil -
Top stories - The New York Times
Why Eric Adams Is Nothing Like David Dinkins
Facing a raft of corruption charges, New York’s second Black mayor is flattering himself by invoking the fate of its first.2 days ago -
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World - Financial Times
How climate risk will complicate central bankers’ jobs
Severe weather events are intensifying and so too are their economic impacts2 days ago - Climate -
Business - Financial Times
The Art of Uncertainty by David Spiegelhalter — the role luck plays in our lives
A new book from the eminent statistician shifts from trivial issues of probability to the risk of getting cancer2 days ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Risking a Friendship on the Dance Floor
Emil Weinstein and Dr. Alix Masters took things to the next level with Lil Jon and the East Side Boyz playing in the background.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Garth Brooks accused of rape in new lawsuit
A woman who says she worked as a hair-and-makeup stylist for Garth Brooks alleged in a lawsuit that he raped her in a Los Angeles hotel in 2019.2 days ago -
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Singer Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit
The Grammy-winning singer says a former makeup artist's claim that he raped her is "extortion and defamation".2 days ago -
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Garth Brooks Is Accused of Rape and Assault in Lawsuit
A woman who worked as a hair and makeup stylist for the country superstar says he subjected her to repeated advances. Mr. Brooks said it is “behavior I am incapable of.”2 days ago -
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David Skinns opens with a 60 to lead Sanderson Farms Championship
David Skinns of England has come inches away from a 592 days ago -
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Sam Darnold: Jets didn't fail me, I had a lot of opportunities
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is playing like the MVP candidate the Jets hoped he would one day be when they drafted him with the third overall pick in 2018.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Transgender pastor fosters inclusive church
The latest installment of the "CBS Mornings" series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling" focuses on a Lutheran pastor who is trying to form an inclusive community by just being himself.2 days ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
Israel's Invasion Gamble Risks a Quagmire in Lebanon
Hezbollah is reeling, but Israel’s strategy for restoring its own security remains murky.2 days ago - Israel -
World - The Guardian
Angel City’s Katie Zelem: ‘I woke up last week and thought: oh my God, I live in LA’
The England star on leaving Manchester United, embracing a new challenge and the competitive edge of the NWSL. If you were walking your dog in your local park near Manchester this summer and ...3 days ago