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JK Rowling turned down House of Lords peerage twice
The revelation comes after Kemi Badenoch said she would give Rowling a peerage for her stance on gender.5 hours ago -
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Colton scores twice, Annunen makes 25 saves to help Avalanche beat winless Sharks 4-1
Ross Colton scored twice, Justus Annunen made 25 saves in his first start of the season and the Colorado Avalanche beat the winless San Jose Sharks 4-1 on Sunday5 hours ago - NHL -
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Last Kmart store closes down
Shoppers bid farewell to the final Kmart store in Bridgehampton, New York, while snagging great deals before the store shut its doors for good. Shanelle Kaul has the story.9 hours ago -
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"Rhapsody in Blue" turns 100
This year, musicians all over the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl, are celebrating the 100th birthday of George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue." Correspondent David Pogue looks into ...19 hours ago -
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"Rhapsody in Blue" turns 100
This year, musicians all over the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl, are celebrating the 100th birthday of George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue." Correspondent David Pogue looks into ...19 hours ago -
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Damon Wayans on "Poppa's House"
Like father, like son: Damon Wayans is starring with Damon Wayans Jr. in the new comedy series "Poppa's House" – the latest family affair for a comedian who has built a career working with his ...19 hours ago -
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Slow progress after Cuba’s electrical grid collapses twice in 24 hours
As electricity was being restored in parts of Cuba following an island-wide blackout, a total collapse of the electrical grid occurred once again.Yesterday -
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Duchene scores twice as Stars beat Oilers 4-1 in 1st meeting of last season's West finalists
Matt Duchene scored the first two goals, and the Dallas Stars beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-1 in their first meeting since last season’s Western Conference FinalYesterday - NHL -
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Drake Batherson scores twice as the Senators knock off the Lightning 5-4
Drake Batherson had two goals and an assist, and the Ottawa Senators handed Tampa Bay its first loss of the season with a 5-4 victory over the LightningYesterday -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
Through the Turnstile and Down the Aisle
Forget the picture-perfect setting; some couples are embracing the gritty, chaotic appeal of the subway system for their wedding ceremonies and receptions.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
When the wife of drug lord El Chapo takes to the catwalk in a wedding dress, she’s sending a message | Roberto Saviano
There was more to Emma Coronel’s turn at the Milan fashion show than most would have realised. It’s a cynical game of clues and signals. In the midst of an important Italian fashion event, Emma ...2 days ago -
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'I would hope' Netanyahu sees Sinwar’s death as a turning point: top House Intel Cmte. Democrat
Ranking Member of the House Intelligence Committee Rep. Jim Himes (D-Conn.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss how the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar will impact a potential ceasefire agreement.2 days ago -
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Al Pacino Discusses Turning Down Han Solo In Star Wars: "I Can't Make Anything Out Of This"
Al Pacino played a number of iconic roles over the years, including Michael Corleone in The Godfather and Tony Montana in Scarface, and he could have had another big part: Han Solo.. Pacino just ...2 days ago -
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Lord Of The Rings: The Hunt For Gollum Is Not Two Movies
Warner Bros. and New Line are making new Lord of the Rings movies , beginning with the tentatively titled The Hunt for Gollum and later continuing with other unannounced projects in the future. ...2 days ago -
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Kulak scores twice and McDavid gets first goal of season as Oilers beat Predators 4-2
Brett Kulak scored twice and Connor McDavid added his first goal of the season to lead the Edmonton Oilers to a 4-2 victory over the reeling Nashville Predators3 days ago - NHL -
Politics - The Hill
Democrats press Biden to lower housing costs before leaving White House
Democratic lawmakers from the House and Senate pressed President Biden to lower housing costs before he leaves the White House in a letter dated Wednesday. “We write today to thank you for your ...3 days ago - Joe Biden -
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Mets stick with righties in lineup for NLCS Game 4 vs. Dodgers, but does Carlos Mendoza's logic make sense?
New York's first-year manager is staying the course with Jose Iglesias and J.D. Martinez against Yoshinobu Yamamoto3 days ago - MLB -
World - Financial Times
China is turning Japanese
At least that’s what the bond market is whispering4 days ago - China -
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Zeta drug lord continued to control cartel from inside a Mexican prison, says US indictment
A U.S. indictment unsealed in the District of Columbia claims that the leader of one of Mexico's most violent gangs continued to control an offshoot group, the Northeast Cartel, from inside a ...4 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Italy passes law clamping down on surrogacy tourism
Italians who go abroad to have a baby via surrogacy will face jail terms and fines of up to €1m. Italy’s parliament has made it illegal for couples to go abroad to have a baby via surrogacy – a ...4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Liz Cheney jumps into House races — for Democrats
Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) is taking her anti-Trump crusade to the congressional battlefield, endorsing Democrats in a pair of contested House races in a sign that she sees the lower chamber ...4 days ago -
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Boy, 7, dies and six injured in house explosion
Emergency crews remain at the scene in Newcastle, with people being warned to avoid the area.4 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
How will the Adams era go down in Raiders history?
Davante Adams finished his Raiders career with 221 catches for 2,869 yards and 23 TDs in 37 games.4 days ago -
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GB win twice to cut NZ lead in America's Cup
Great Britain win both races on Wednesday to halve New Zealand's lead in the America's Cup in Barcelona.4 days ago -
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White House holds press briefing
Watch live coverage as White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds a press briefing.4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Iowa emerges as key battleground in race for the House
In their fight to flip the House, Democrats are eyeing gains in what may seem an unlikely spot: Iowa. Two GOP seats in the Hawkeye State have emerged as true battlegrounds in the final stretch of ...4 days ago -
World - The New York Times
A Beloved Maple Tree Had to Come Down, But It Lives On
A beloved sugar maple slowly succumbed to disease. Today, it lives on in a new form.5 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Dodgers: No plans to move down Ohtani in order
Shohei Ohtani is 0-for-19 hitting with the bases empty, but the Dodgers have no plans to move the slugger down in the order for Game 3 against the Mets on Wednesday.5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Lords committee calls on Labour to restore protections for modern slavery victims
Peers say protections have been undermined by three immigration acts passed by the previous government. Labour should restore protections for victims of modern slavery, which have been undermined ...5 days ago -
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I bought a $54,000 abandoned house in Japan and turned it into a luxury Airbnb—take a look inside
Anton Wormann, 32, transformed an abandoned house in Japan into a luxury Airbnb stay. Today, it brings in about $11,000 a month.5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Trump’s sit-down with Bloomberg
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump’s sit-down with Bloomberg Former President Trump sat down Tuesday with the ...5 days ago - Donald Trump -
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House Democrats call on companies to retain DEI program
Forty-nine House Democrats signed an open letter to Fortune 1,000 chief executives asking them to affirm their commitment to their workplace equality initiatives, amid heightened backlash and legal ...5 days ago -
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Supreme Court turns down Michael Avenatti’s appeal of Stormy Daniels identity theft conviction
The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to hear disgraced lawyer Michael Avenatti’s appeal of his aggravated identity theft conviction for stealing book proceeds from porn actor Stormy Daniels. A ...5 days ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
A House for One That Has Room for Many
When a woman made her weekend place on Long Island her full-time residence, she had it redesigned to fit her new life, and to allow for lots of friends to visit.6 days ago -
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Dad sleeps in car as housing list reaches peak
A father with chronic back pain and asthma tells how the family-of-six are struggling to live a flat.6 days ago -
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Reinhart and Lundell each score twice and Panthers beat Bruins 4-3
Sam Reinhart scored on a power play and added a short-handed goal that gave the Florida Panthers the lead for good in the second period and the defending Stanley Cup champions beat the Boston ...6 days ago - NHL -
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Why Kings' De'Aaron Fox is reportedly turning down $165 million extension ahead of 2024-25 NBA season
Fox could earn up to $345 million on his next deal if he has a stellar 2024-25 season6 days ago - NBA -
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Business - The Wall Street Journal
Inside the Business of Running a Haunted House
Most don’t make it past their third year. But the successful ones have figured out a winning formula.October 12