Hundreds evicted from France’s biggest squat months before Paris Olympics
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Simone Biles dominates field at U.S. Classic ahead of Olympic return in Paris this summer
Simone Biles won the U.S. Classic by nearly two full points Saturday night in what was her best outing since the Tokyo Olympics.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
From Biden to Butker, the biggest graduation speeches so far this year
The tumultuous academic year is coming to a fittingly high-profile end for the college class of 2024, though thus far, the commencement speech that raised the most eyebrows had nothing to do with Israel's war in Gaza. From the pro-Palestinian ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Mortgage rates fall to the lowest level in a month, but ‘home buyers are still feeling the pressure’ from high home prices
The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging at 7.02% Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.MarketWatch - Business -
From Deep Positional Recap: Jordan Poole not only one of the biggest misses at SG, but the whole fantasy year
Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus continues his positional exit interviews with the shooting guards.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Who made a case for the Olympic team?
Simone Biles won the 2024 U.S. Classic easily, and looks to be a lock for this summer's Olympic team. But who will join her? We make way-too-early predictions.ESPN - Sports -
How does French Open affect Olympic qualification?
The French Open takes on extra significance this year as it will help determine who qualifies for the Olympic Games - here is all you need to know.BBC News - Top stories - French Open -
France honours baguette with scented stamp
Nearly 600,000 copies of the commemorative stamp have gone on sale to the public.BBC News - Top stories -
Bekele & Kipchoge - will Paris 2024 be final showdown?
Kenenisa Bekele will face fellow all-time great Eliud Kipchoge at the Olympics, 21 years on from their first meeting in a final.BBC News - Top stories -
Armed robbers hit luxury jewelry store in Paris
French police are hunting for armed robbers who hit a jewelry store on one of Paris' poshest streets.CBS News - Top stories -
Metro disabled access 'shame' for Paralympic Paris
Charity says lack of work to improve access to Paris's Metro ahead of Games is "scandalous".BBC News - Top stories - France -
Boeing Supplier Spirit AeroSystems to Lay Off Hundreds
The parts maker said it would cut 400-450 jobs in response to a slowdown in production at Boeing.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Boeing Supplier Spirit AeroSystems to Lay Off Hundreds
The parts maker said it would cut 400-450 jobs in response to a slowdown in production at Boeing.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Silicon Valley's Biggest Investor Is Canadian
The geography of investing showed some surprises in the first quarter. But deals remain muted in a high-interest environment.Inc. - Business -
The Biggest Treatment Disaster in NHS History
Infected Blood Inquiry finds evidence of cover-upBBC News - Top stories -
France Rushes Reinforcements to Riot-Hit New Caledonia
Unrest in the overseas territory could derail President Emmanuel Macron’s efforts to restore French influence in the Indo-Pacific region.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Kanté in France's Euro squad despite Saudi move
France coach Didier Deschamps included midfielder N'Golo Kanté in his preliminary list of players for the European Championship on Thursday and gave a first call-up to Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola.ESPN - Sports -
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Synagogue Arson Attempt Fuels Antisemitism Fears in France
Police shot and killed an armed suspect who was attempting to set fire to a synagogue in the northwest of the country.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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France Issues Scratch-and-Sniff Baguette Postage Stamps
The celebration of French heritage in the run-up to the Paris Olympics was unveiled on the feast day of Saint Honoré, the patron saint of bakers.The New York Times - World -
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South of France, but not as we know it: exploring Nîmes and the Gard
Unesco listing for the city’s Roman temple put this city on the map last year, but there are uncharted delights in the surrounding towns as well. The director of a newly refurbished boutique hotel in the old town of Nîmes tells me he has gained ...The Guardian - World -
France selling scratch-and-sniff baguette stamps
If you live in France or are traveling there for vacation, you can now send your friends overseas an authentic French fragrance in the mail.CBS News - World -
Simone Biles is stepping into the Olympic spotlight again. She is better prepared for the pressure
Gymnastics star Simone Biles says she is better equipped to handle the challenges that await as she prepares for a third OlympicsABC News - Sports -
Gabby Douglas falters, Simone Biles shines at Olympic qualifying event
Simone Biles and Gabby Douglas are attempting to secure their ticket to the Summer Olympic Games in Paris.CBS News - Top stories -
Assad officials face landmark Paris trial over killing of student and father
Prosecution of three high-ranking Syrian officials to be tried in absentia could pave way for president’s case. At midnight on 3 November 2013, five Syrian officials dragged arts and humanities student Patrick Dabbagh from his home in the Mezzeh ...The Guardian - World -
This Pride Month, Companies Must Decide: Are They Truly Committed?
Despite the recent DEI backlash, many companies are moving forward with Pride Month celebrations. Here are three tips for honoring the occasion.Inc. - Business -
US warns of possible Pride Month attacks worldwide
The warning comes one week after a similar alert from the FBI and Department of Homeland Security.BBC News - Top stories -
We should plug the safety net’s biggest hole
Other affluent countries generally do more to ensure that such individuals have a roof over their heads, food on the table and basic health care. We should as well, for their benefit as well as ours as a nation.The Hill - Politics -
Thames Water’s biggest shareholder writes off investment
Move by Canadian pension fund is sign of escalating financial crisis at UK’s largest water supplierFinancial Times - Business -
PM says 'day of shame' as he apologises to blood scandal victims
An inquiry concludes that thousands of people were failed repeatedly by the NHS and successive governments.BBC News - Top stories -
Scheffler arrested before PGA Championship
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler is playing in the PGA Championship after being released from jail Friday morning after being arrested for not following police orders during a pedestrian fatality investigation.ESPN - Sports -
The Big Decision Before the Trump Verdict
Whether the jury weighs misdemeanor charges could affect both the outcome and any appeal.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
4 dead as storms slam Houston again; hundreds of thousands lose power
The Houston Mayor's Office confirmed to CBS News that there were at least four weather-related deaths from the storms.CBS News - Top stories -
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Houston Storms Kill at Least Four and Leave Hundreds of Thousands Without Power
School officials canceled classes in the city on Friday, and hundreds of thousands were left without power. It may take as much as 48 hours to restore power to some customers.The New York Times - Top stories -
Hundreds of Virgin Atlantic cabin crew sue for unfair dismissal
Tribunal in London will hear claims Richard Branson’s airline used Covid redundancies to target older staff. Hundreds of long-serving Virgin Atlantic cabin crew are suing the airline for unfair dismissal, claiming that the airline used Covid ...The Guardian - World -
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