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Man charged after car hit four people in London
One victim remains in a critical condition after four people were hit by a car in central London.BBC News - 1h -
Osamu Suzuki, Who Led Japanese Carmaker for Over 4 Decades, Dies at 94
He built Suzuki Motor from a small company into a global powerhouse, entering the Indian market in the 1980s in one of his early successes.The New York Times - 2h -
Osamu Suzuki, Who Led Japanese Carmaker for Over 4 Decades, Dies at 94
He built Suzuki Motor from a small company into a global powerhouse, entering the Indian market in the 1980s in one of his early successes.The New York Times - 2h -
Residents Turn to Home Lifting In Response to the Threat of Flooding
As climate change intensifies, flooding is emerging as a threat for homes not previously seen as high-risk. Some residents are responding creatively by lifting up their homes.The New York Times - 2h -
Ultimate fantasy homes for sale in Great Britain – in pictures
From a Grade I-listed building in Norfolk designed by Sir John Soane to a minimalist cottage in the Scottish countryside Continue reading...The Guardian - 5h -
As a student in London I yearned for home, until I found paradise: a vast old villa with perfect housemates | Andrew Martin
We cooked ragu and listened to records while lying on chaises longues. Then the M11 link road was built – and everything changed. In our end of year series, writers and public figures remember ...The Guardian - 6h -
West Ham GK Fabianski 'alert' after scary collision
West Ham United manager Julen Lopetegui said goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski is "alert" and conscious after being stretchered off during their win at Southampton.ESPN - 8h -
Holiday spending rose 3.8%, with apparel and restaurants strong, Mastercard says
Holiday spending rose 3.8% from a year ago, topping last year’s growth, as consumers were “willing and able” to spend, if there was a good deal, Mastercard SpendingPulse said.MarketWatch - 12h -
'My house was so out of control, I felt ashamed'
A mother says a charity has changed her life after helping her declutter and clean her home.BBC News - 12h -
'Dating for homes saved me £20,000 on holidays'
Home exchanges give travellers the chance to experience someone else's way of life abroad.BBC News - 12h -
Quiz of the Year, Part 2: What made horses run wild through central London?
Were you paying attention to what was happening in the world in April, May and June?BBC News - 12h -
Home Is Where the Couch Is: Photos by Natcha Wongchanglaw
Natcha Wongchanglaw’s Couchsurfing photos explore how travel turns transient encounters into meaningful—and vulnerable—moments.Wired - 2d -
CFPB Sues Rocket Homes Over Alleged Kickbacks
The lawsuit alleged that the real-estate company provided incentives to brokers and agents to steer home buyers to its parent company’s mortgage-lending wing, Rocket Mortgage.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
London hit by record downturn in affordable housing
High inflation, interest rates and building safety costs are driving collapse in constructionFinancial Times - 7h -
Should you bundle auto and home insurance?
Bundling auto and home insurance can pay off — but that's not always the case, experts say.CBS News - 16h -
Panama's president calls Trump's Chinese canal claim 'nonsense'
The president-elect has threatened to take back control of the Panama Canal, alleging Chinese interference.BBC News - 16h -
West braces for more storms bringing rain, wind, high surf and snow
Nine states from Washington to California to Colorado are on alert for wind, snow, avalanches and high surf as new storms target the west.ABC News - 22h -
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In a Japanese restaurant in west London, this Chinese woman felt truly at home | Xinran
In my younger years I travelled all over China. But on a culinary tour of Bayswater with my son, I tasted belonging. In our end of year series, writers and public figures remember the place or ...The Guardian - 1d -
‘Wild west’: experts concerned by illegal promotion of weight-loss jabs in UK
Guardian review finds many online pharmacies flouting strict advertising rules that govern prescription-only drugs. Weight-loss injections are being aggressively marketed to British consumers ...The Guardian - 1d -
China’s EV sales set to overtake traditional cars years ahead of west
Volumes forecast to rise 20% next year, smashing international projections and Beijing’s official targetsFinancial Times - 1d -
Woman arrested over Christmas Day village murder
An investigation is ongoing following the death of a man found in cardiac arrest on Christmas Day.BBC News - 1d -
Number of Londoners moving out of UK capital falls to lowest since 2013
Research highlights impact of decade of faster house price rises in rest of countryFinancial Times - 1d -
I Never Felt Like This in China Before
America must compete with China, but there’s also a complicated reality that both countries have to face.The New York Times - 1d -
Man arrested after pedestrians hit by car in London’s West End
Four people taken to hospital after incident, which police say was not terrorism-related, in early hours of Christmas Day . A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after ...The Guardian - 1d -
Valencia appoint West Brom's Corberan as new boss
La Liga strugglers Valencia appoint West Bromwich Albion boss Carlos Corberan as their new head coach.BBC News - 2d -
Valencia confirm Carlos Corberán’s arrival as head coach from West Brom
Corberán says decision was ‘the hardest of my life’ Spaniard played for Valencia’s youth and B teams Valencia have confirmed the appointment of Carlos Corberán as their head coach on a contract ...The Guardian - 2d -
Fine wine market in the red as Chinese demand dries up
Prices of top-end Burgundies and vintage Champagnes fall for second straight yearFinancial Times - 2d -
Storms bring dangerous surf conditions on the West Coast
A wharf in Santa Cruz, California, partially collapsed Monday, sending three workers inspecting the wharf into the ocean. At least one person was killed in a separate incident and two others are ...CBS News - 2d -
Woman in crown court charged with murder of son, 5
Claire Button appears by video link and is remanded into custody until a plea hearing in January.BBC News - 3d -
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Portfolio manager names Chinese and European stocks promising 'strong returns' despite market uncertainty
Pella Funds has been targeting firms in China and Europe that have executed well despite the political and economic turmoil in their markets.CNBC - 3d -
Is a Putin Ally in Belarus Making a Cautious Overture to the West?
President Aleksandr G. Lukashenko of Belarus keeps arresting political opponents, but analysts wonder if a string of unusual pardons is a bid to get sanctions eased.The New York Times - 3d -
We should all sing the praises of City of London churches
These historic buildings remain important places of sanctuary, heritage and inspiration for manyFinancial Times - 3d -
How Google Maps Makes It Harder for Palestinians to Navigate the West Bank
One user told WIRED that Google Maps directed them to “drive right into a wall that’s been up since 2003.”Wired - 3d -
Woman found on fire aboard subway dies, person of interest in custody: NYPD
Police said the woman's clothing “became fully engulfed in a matter of seconds.”The Hill - 3d -
Kremlin denies reports Asma al-Assad is seeking divorce and a return to London
UK-born wife of ousted Syrian leader is a divisive figure around world and, like her husband, is under sanctions . The Kremlin has denied Turkish media reports suggesting that Asma al-Assad, the ...The Guardian - 3d -
Truly, the Best Mashed Potatoes I’ve Ever Had
Potatoes and olive oil come together in this simple yet extraordinary dish.The New York Times - 3d
