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ABC News - Top stories
WATCH: Michigan sheriff’s deputy climbs into driver’s truck during medical emergency
Macomb County deputy sheriff Nicole Miron climbed into the passenger seat of a silver truck on a busy highway to bring it to a stop after noticing the 63-year-old driver was having a "medical issue.”2 minutes ago -
Financial Times - Business
Hizbollah walkie-talkies explode in Lebanon in second day of blasts
At least 25 dead and more than 600 wounded in explosions a day after thousands of pagers detonated1 hour ago -
ABC News - Sports
Paris Olympics anti-doping program found almost 50 cases. More likely with re-tests over 10 years
The Paris Olympics anti-doping program caught five athletes after earlier finding 40 rule violations among competitors who had been expected to take part in the Games1 hour ago - Olympics -
NBC News - Top stories
How new compensation rules are transforming college gymnastics and attracting Olympic stars
When former gymnast Jordyn Wieber won the all-around world championship ahead of the 2012 London Olympics, she faced a difficult dilemma.2 hours ago - Olympics -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
As Hollywood and streaming go global, U.S. State Department leans on power of film
USC's School of Cinematic Arts hosted a cohort of African filmmakers this summer as part of a State Department program for film diplomacy.3 hours ago -
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We need new homes, where should they go?
BBC Home Editor Mark Easton hosts a debate with three experts asking whether we should build on the green belt.12 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Hizbollah reels after mass device detonations
Blasts ‘exposed just how vulnerable Hizbollah truly is’, says person familiar with militant group’s thinking20 hours ago -
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Train drivers accept pay deal to end two years of strike action
Aslef said 96.6% of its members who voted backed the deal, marking the end of long-running strikes.22 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
2025 NFL Mock Draft: Panthers move on from Bryce Young; Shedeur Sanders, Quinn Ewers go to surprising teams
Which teams will be in the QB market next April?23 hours ago - NFL -
CBS Sports - Sports
Trends: Andrew Benintendi rediscovers his power, Jake Irvin finds his spot and September bats go quiet
There are less than two weeks left in the 2024 regular season23 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
NASCAR playoffs: Denny Hamlin and Martin Truex Jr. enter Bristol outside the top 12
Saturday's race is the final race of the first round and four drivers will be eliminated from the playoffs.23 hours ago - NASCAR -
The New York Times - Sports
Are Premier League Players About to Go on Strike?
Manchester City’s Rodri said that industrial action is being considered. Were his words a genuine threat or an idle bluff?Yesterday -
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We have to keep Commonwealth Games going - Kenny
Dame Laura Kenny has called on cities to step up for the 2030 Commonwealth Games after Glasgow became hosts for the 2026 edition.Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Roma fires coach Daniele De Rossi after going winless in its opening four Italian league matches
Roma fires coach Daniele De Rossi after going winless in its opening four Italian league matchesYesterday -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
A crew filmed Simone Biles at Olympics. Netflix doc may help Jordan Chiles get bronze medal back
Footage for a Simone Biles docuseries on Netflix has been submitted as evidence in court appeal to overturn decision that stripped Jordan Chiles of Olympic bronze medal.Yesterday - Olympics -
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Map: New data shows how many Americans are going without homeowners insurance
One in 8 homeowners doesn’t have insurance, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2023 American Community Survey.Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Jordan Chiles controversy: Gymnast files appeal to Swiss court in effort to keep Paris Olympics bronze medal
Chiles was stripped of her bronze medal in floor exercise due to a clock technicalityYesterday - Olympics -
CBS Sports - Sports
Manchester City's Rodri claims players are 'close' to going on strike over jam-packed soccer calendar
Rodri played 62 games for club and country last seasonYesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Sean Payton bypasses opportunity to go for onside kick under new rules after Colts, Niners try
It seemed like the perfect time for Sean Payton to try an onside kick under the NFL's new kickoff rules that only allow them in the fourth quarter if the team is trailingYesterday -
The New York Times - World
Portugal Going Through ‘Difficult Days’ as Wildfires Burn Across the Country
More than 5,000 personnel are battling a number of wildfires, the authorities said, and the prime minister called it an “extremely difficult weather situation.”Yesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Could the Twins blow their playoff spot? How it's all going wrong for Minnesota as wild-card race tightens
The Twins currently hold a 1 1/2-game lead over the Tigers for a postseason berthYesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Eagles collapse: Why Philadelphia may have been better off going for it on 4th down instead of kicking FG
The Eagles surprisingly gave the Falcons a better chance to win, despite extending their leadYesterday -
CNBC - Business
Tom Cruise didn't get a paycheck for Olympics skydiving stunt: 'He did it all for free,' organizer says
The 62-year-old flew from London to Los Angeles and back in the same day to pull off the stunt.Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Man City's Rodri: Top soccer players close to striking because of too many games
Manchester City midfielder Rodri says top soccer players are close to going on strike because of the number of games they are having to playYesterday -
VentureBeat - Tech
Go makes a comeback: What’s fueling its revival?
Although Go was released to much furore in late 2009, when it was heralded as Programming Language of the Year by the TIOBE Index, its popularity has waxed and waned over the years. Now Go has ...Yesterday -
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Halle Berry on tackling fear in new film, "Never Let Go"
Academy Award-winner Halle Berry discusses her role in "Never Let Go," where she plays a mother convinced that a mysterious evil force has taken over the world. Berry speaks to "CBS Mornings" in ...Yesterday -
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Wired - Tech
Burning Man Is Over, but Regional Burns Keep the Party Going Year-Round
If you’re not ready to say goodbye to Burning Man’s vibes—or if you’re looking for “Burning Man Light”—you can attend one of many regional burns around the world.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Chiles appeals to Supreme Court over Olympic bronze
Gymnast Jordan Chiles appeals to the Federal Supreme Court of Switzerland in an attempt to be awarded an Olympic bronze medal.2 days ago - Olympics -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Jordan Chiles files appeal with Swiss court in attempt to reclaim Olympic gymnastics bronze medal
Jordan Chiles’ bronze medal win at the Paris Olympics was overturned and instead awarded to Romania’s Ana Bǎrbosu.2 days ago - Olympics -
The Guardian - World
Tinder’s School of Swipe is a solid first step – but online dating safety has a long way to go | Lisa Portolan
The challenge remains to create a comprehensive approach that addresses underlying abuse and discrimination. Tinder’s new consent education program represents the dating app’s latest effort to ...2 days ago -
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Tuition fees must go up, unis say as term begins
As freshers get settled in, a group of unis is calling for inflation-linked fee hikes in England.2 days ago -
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Jordan Chiles takes bid to reclaim Olympic bronze to Swiss Supreme Court
American gymnast Jordan Chiles is asking Switzerland's Supreme Court to overturn a ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport that stripped her of a bronze medal at the 2024 Olympics.2 days ago - Olympics -
The Hill - Politics
Jordan Chiles appeals Olympic medal decision in Swiss court
Jordan Chiles, the gymnast who had her bronze medal stripped from her moments after the 2024 Paris Olympics concluded, is fighting the decision in Switzerland's Supreme Court. "Jordan Chiles' ...2 days ago - Olympics