In Japan, a Fan Is Part of Everyday Life

Potent Storm Blasts Parts of U.S. With Sleet, Snow and Freezing Rain

All highways in northeastern Kansas were closed on Sunday evening, bringing traffic to a standstill in some parts.

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European football: lifelong Roma fan Pellegrini takes down Lazio in derby

Under-fire captain helps extend Ranieri’s perfect record Dembélé’s last-gasp strike wins French Super Cup for PSG Claudio Ranieri extended his perfect record in the Italian capital derby as ...

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Take Part in Veganuary and You Might See Yourself Differently

The ritual of giving up animal products for a month leads participants to see both meat and themselves in a different way, and could have lasting effects on people’s diets.

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Tomiko Itooka of Japan, World’s Oldest Person, Dies at 116

Born in 1908, she raised four children, ran a family textile factory during World War II, and remained an avid hiker into her 80s.

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Facebook and Instagram Ads Push Gun Silencers Disguised as Car Parts

A network of Facebook pages has been advertising “fuel filters” that are actually meant to be used as silencers, which are heavily regulated by US law. Even US military officials are concerned.

Wired - 2d

Kawhi has 12 in debut, calls playing 'easy part'

Kawhi Leonard made his long-awaited return to the court in a 131-105 win over the Hawks and said he's on "nobody's timetable" as he eases back into action.

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The unlikely life story of Jimmy Carter

Elected in 1976 in the aftermath of Watergate, Jimmy Carter, the little-known governor of Georgia, believed he had a responsibility to restore Americans' faith in the integrity of their government. ...

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Watch: Snowy Sunday in parts of the UK

Many people in the north of England and Wales woke up to wintery scenes.

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‘It’s so depressing’: Manchester United fans open up on club’s malaise

Liverpool host a disjointed side bereft of form but United supporters are keen to get behind Ruben Amorim. Manchester United’s recent trips to Liverpool have been gruesome occasions for their ...

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'Do fans want to see these given?!' MOTD pundits on Brighton penalty

Match of the Day's Gary Lineker, Micah Richards and Danny Murphy discuss the penalty awarded to Brighton & Hove Albion in their 1-1 draw with Arsenal in the Premier League.

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Parts of UK disrupted as snow and freezing rain arrive – live

Police report road collisions and warn motorists only to travel if necessary while power cuts affect parts of England and Wales. National Highways warned a “spell of disruptive snow” would spread ...

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World’s oldest person, Tomiko Itooka, dies in Japan aged 116

Itooka, who died at a care home in Ashiya, enjoyed bananas and had been a keen mountain climber. A Japanese woman who was the world’s oldest living person has died at the age of 116.. Tomiko ...

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Caen fans protest Mbappé ownership: 'Not a toy'

Fans of French second division side SM Caen made their feelings about part-owner Kylian Mbappé clear on Friday, unfurling several banners during their 1-0 defeat to Clermont Foot.

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Snow and freezing rain likely to disrupt parts of UK

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Biden blocks Japan's Nippon Steel from buying US Steel

Biden decided to scrap the deal despite concerns that it could damage Washington's relations with Tokyo.

BBC News - 1d

Why Japan is the perfect place to turn 50

A significant birthday feels less so in a country that has become a global pioneer of ageing — for better and for worse

Financial Times - 1d

Pats special teams coordinator has refreshing response to fans booing

Patriots special teams coordinator Jeremy Springer empathizes with fans who booed the team during their 40-7 loss to the Chargers.

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Steph humorously credits lifelong Dubs fan for epic shooting night

Warriors superstar Steph Curry hilariously credited lifelong Golden State fan Elizabeth Tate for his incredible shooting night against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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'I lost my voice laughing': Darts fans on the pantomime of watching live

Spectators at Ally Pally might not be able to see where the darts land - but that doesn't detract from the fun

BBC News - 2d

Mayo responds to Tavai's candid comments about Patriots fans booing

Jahlani Tavai didn't hold back Friday when asked about Patriots fans booing the team during the Week 17 loss to the Chargers.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

US Steel acquisition by Japan’s Nippon blocked

Domestic steel production is essential to U.S. security, Biden said.

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Biden blocks sale of U.S. Steel to Japan's Nippon Steel

President Biden has blocked the acquisition of U.S. Steel by Japanese company Nippon Steel. NBC News' Kelly O'Donnell reports on how the president came to the decision and the impact it could have.

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Why Biden blocked the U.S. Steel deal with Japan's Nippon Steel

President Biden has blocked a deal between U.S. Steel and Japan's Nippon Steel that could impact the relationship with the American ally and have global economic repercussions. CBS News' Nicole ...

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Biden Plans to Block Takeover Bid of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon

The president’s announcement of the fate of the iconic Pennsylvania-based company, which became a contentious political issue in an election year, is expected as soon as Friday.

The New York Times - 2d

To conserve or cull? Life in Australia's crocodile capital

The Northern Territory is home to over 100,000 saltwater crocodiles, but not everyone wants them there.

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Bourbon Street reopens with music: 'Part of the healing process'

NBC News Correspondent Gadi Schwartz reports from Bourbon Street, bouncing with music, as it reopens after an attacker drove through a crowd on New Year’s Day, killing 14 and injuring dozens.

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Life Lessons From the Masters of Disaster

The President-elect and the mayor of Chicago are great examples of how not to behave at critical moments. Entrepreneurs, take note.

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Why It’s OK for Fans to Boo Their Favorite Teams

Spectators pay to sit in their seats and have the right to express their frustration, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 3d

Life in a Gaza field hospital – in pictures

Over the past three months Kieran Seager photographed and interviewed staff, patients, and their families at the UK-Med field hospital in al-Mawasi, Rafah. Approximately 40% of all patients treated ...

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Job losses at Europe’s car parts suppliers soar as vehicle market slows

Falling sales growth and excess capacity have led to sector pain that the EV transition is not easing

Financial Times - 3d

Activist investors give Japan a wake-up call

A critical mass of shareholder activists are forcing companies to adjust

Financial Times - 3d

Skilled immigrants are part of an ‘all of the above’ strategy for growth and prosperity

Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy and the MAGA base have sparked a debate over the H-1B work visa, which is essential for America to keep winning and is a crucial tool for Silicon Valley's innovation and ...

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EU, Japan enter new era of ties with strategic partnership

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Scientists aim for ‘Darwinian evolution’ with artificial life project

‘MiniLife’ research extends growing field of synthetic biology into new territory

Financial Times - 4d

Pope calls for protection of life in New Year's message

Pope Francis called for the protection of life at New Year’s Day Mass on Wednesday, offering a seemingly anti-abortion message. “Let us entrust this new year to Mary, Mother of God,” Francis said ...