Luke Humphries on fame, anxiety and Luke Littler: ‘I’ve become world champion by being myself’

Revenge and Unease Shadow Effort to Restore Order

The rebel leader who helped oust the Assad regime called on countries to hand over “criminals” who fled Syria. A top Kurdish commander criticized the United States, saying it was risking an ISIS ...

The New York Times - 15m

Possums! Barry Humphries collection including Dame Edna memorabilia to go up for auction

Personal collection of late entertainer – including spectacles, rare paintings and books – to be sold at Christie’s next year. The personal collection of the late entertainer Barry Humphries is ...

The Guardian - 50m

Why Saudi Arabia Being Awarded the 2034 World Cup Is So Controversial

Human-rights groups have criticized Saudi Arabia’s suitability to stage the finals since before the country launched a formal bid to host.

The New York Times - 7h

Inside Assad's Ransacked Palace: Anxiety Pills, Graffiti and Shredded Posters

A Wall Street Journal reporter in Damascus tours the dictator’s former home, office and underground bunker.

The Wall Street Journal - 1d

Kaillie Humphries returns to bobsled as a mom

Kaillie Humphries competed in the opening bobsled World Cup less than six months after childbirth.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Sports Personality contender Littler's year in photos

BBC Sport takes a look back at Sports Personality of the Year nominee Luke Littler's year in five photos.

BBC News - 3d

WATCH: USMNT star Weston McKennie scores stunning Champions League goal, explains why he likes being doubted

The goal is the first time in Champions League play when an American has provided an assist to an American goal scorer

CBS Sports - 10h

Olivia Reeves becomes first US lifter to pair world title with Olympic gold in 66 years

Reeves, 21, captures world title in 71kg division Chattanooga native won Olympic gold this summer Olivia Reeves won her first world weightlifting title on Wednesday, four months after winning ...

The Guardian - 16h

Real Madrid and PSG get it done in the Champions League | FIFA controversially awards 2030 and 2034 World Cups

Elsewhere in the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, Manchester City continue to try and right the ship against Juventus

CBS Sports - 16h

Myself and Other Animals by Gerald Durrell review – hidden gems

A collection of articles, talks, letters and unpublished writing fills important gaps in the great naturalist’s life story

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Luke Littler trends higher than PM on Google in UK this year

The star is the top searched athlete and behind only the Princess of Wales and Donald Trump overall.

BBC News - 1d

Luke Humphries on fame, anxiety and Luke Littler: ‘I’ve become world champion by being myself’

The 29-year-old says real-life experience working as a roofer made darts success all the sweeter and how he enjoys his battles with 17-year-old Littler more than any other. “Definitely,” Luke ...

The Guardian - 1d

I’ve seen how declining British high streets can be brought back to vibrant life | Holly Lewis

New powers to force landlords to let empty shops is a good step – and there are other ways to revitalise these community spaces. If you have been reading anything about high streets recently, the ...

The Guardian - 3d

Dave Parker and Dick Allen elected to baseball's Hall of Fame

Dave Parker and Dick Allen have been elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame by the classic era committee

ABC News - 3d

Dick Allen, Dave Parker to be inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame

Dick Allen is finally headed to the Hall of Fame.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

What Doctors Like Myself Know About Americans’ Health Care Anger

As a doctor, I’ve been on both sides of frustrating health care debacles.

The New York Times - 3d

The Latest: The famed Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris reopens to great fanfare

Notre Dame is reopening its doors for the first time since a fire five years ago nearly destroyed the beloved 12th-century cathedral

ABC News - 4d

I’ve never been keen on turkey. Now my aversion is approaching outright loathing | Rachel Cooke

The Christmas bird has now been financially weaponised. I’m calling this column “Turkey, Revisited”, after “Toads, Revisited” by Philip Larkin, a poet who was most definitely not a gourmand (“I was ...

The Guardian - 4d

I’ve made Christmas lunch for the past 30 years. Now I want a year off | Jay Rayner

Roll your eyes all you like at restaurants’ Christmas prices, but remember there are people giving up their day to cook for you. At Grantley Hall, a rural Yorkshire hotel so fancy they pipe jazz ...

The Guardian - 4d

Ace of Base returns to the spotlight with docuseries about their meteoric rise to '90s fame

They were the soundtrack of the early 1990s.

NBC News - 4d

South Korea’s president says he’s 'very sorry' for causing anxiety with martial law declaration

ABC News - 5d

A New ESPN Documentary Covers the Jets’ Famed ‘New York Sack Exchange’

The film is a captivating look at one of the most talked-about defensive units in the history of the N.F.L.

The New York Times - 5d

F1 champion Max Verstappen to become first-time father with girlfriend Kelly Piquet

Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen is set to become a father for the first time with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet

ABC News - 5d

I want a relationship before it’s too late, but I don’t trust myself to stay safe | Ask Annalisa

You’ve made a great start by seeking professional help, but before dating again you could try getting used to social interaction in a safe, group setting • Every week Annalisa Barbieri addresses ...

The Guardian - 5d

Blackhawks fire coach Luke Richardson in his 3rd season after league-worst start

The Chicago Blackhawks have fired coach Luke Richardson, signaling their frustration with the state of the franchise’s rebuilding project

ABC News - 6d

Lately I’ve become less engaged with the world. How do I find something to be interested in? | Leading questions

The world is a big thing to get interested in, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith . What if you start with the little things instead?. I used to be really interested in the world. I’d ...

The Guardian - 6d

Blackhawks fire coach Luke Richardson after league-worst 8-16-2 start

Richardson was in the third year of his three-year contract with Chicago

CBS Sports - 6d

Chicago Blackhawks fire coach Luke Richardson after NHL-worst start in his third season

ABC News - 6d

Blackhawks fire head coach Luke Richardson after 8-16-2 start

The Blackhawks currently own the worst record in the NHL.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Coppinger: How I voted for the International Boxing Hall of Fame

Mike Coppinger shares his picks for the IBHOF ahead of the official announcement on Thursday.

ESPN - 6d

How TwoSet Violin Won Fame by Poking Fun at Classical Music

After 11 years, Eddy Chen and Brett Yang are moving on from their beloved, enormously popular comedy duo TwoSet Violin.

The New York Times - 6d

The Future of TikTok Is Being Decided This Week

Depending on what a federal appeals court decides, TikTok’s fate might left in the hands of president-elect Donald Trump.

Wired - 6d

Owner of more than 2,000 Goosebumps books says building collection eased his anxiety

A psychology professor with more than 2,000 Goosebumps books says building his nostalgic collection became a comforting escape and helped ease his anxiety during the pandemic. Jarid Goodman, 37, a ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5

There’s No Denying That Carli Lloyd Earned Her Spot in Soccer’s Hall of Fame

The soccer star loved proving critics wrong, but almost no one doubted her place among the sport’s elite, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

'Gilmore Girls’ stars Luke and Lorelai reunite for Walmart holiday ad

Lauren Graham and Scott Patterson, who played Luke and Lorelai on the hit show "Gilmore Girls,” reunited for a Walmart holiday commercial where they recreate a scene from the iconic series. See a ...

NBC News - Dec. 4

Israel Vázquez, the three-time world boxing champion from Mexico, dies at 46

Israel Vázquez, the Mexican fighter who won three bantamweight world titles, has died at 46

ABC News - Dec. 3

Sterling Sharpe and Mike Holmgren are picked as Hall of Fame finalists

Prolific receiver Sterling Sharpe and Super Bowl-winning coach Mike Holmgren have advanced to the final stage of voting for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class

ABC News - Dec. 3

Israel Vázquez, dogged three-time world champion from Mexico, dies aged 46

Vázquez passes away aged 46 after cancer diagnosis Mexican great known for four fights with Rafael Márquez Israel Vázquez, one of Mexico’s most celebrated boxers and a three-time super ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Julia Fox’s Guide to Being a Freak

The writer and performer shares her tips and explains why it’s never worth pretending to be normal.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

World champion Dubois to face Parker in Saudi

Daniel Dubois will defend his world heavyweight title against Joseph Parker in February on a card featuring the Artur Beterbiev v Dmitry Bivol rematch.

BBC News - Dec. 3

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