Many happy returns: 60 years of the shinkansen
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The Guardian - World
Sri Lanka’s new president faces a problem shared by too many developing countries: austerity imposed by the west | Ahilan Kadirgamar
Anura Kumara Dissanayake wants a better deal from the IMF to reduce suffering during the country’s punishing debt crisis. Sri Lanka is at a historic juncture. Faced with its worst economic crisis ...2 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
The evolution of devolution: 25 years of the Scottish Parliament
Celebrations are taking place to mark the annivarsary of the parliament being “reconvened” in 1999.2 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
'A dream come true': Tigers end long playoff wait
The Detroit Tigers earned an AL wild-card berth Friday night, ending a decade-long postseason drought.2 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: Marlins' Schumaker won't return in '25
Skip Schumaker told Marlins players on Friday night that he will not return as manager next season, sources told ESPN.2 hours ago - NFL -
ESPN - Sports
Macario scores on Chelsea return in 7-0 rout
United States international Catarina Macario scored on her return for Chelsea as they soared to a 7-0 victory over newly promoted Crystal Palace in a ruthless display at Selhurst Park.7 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Many happy returns: 60 years of the shinkansen
Six decades after the first bullet train left Tokyo Station, Leo Lewis celebrates an icon of speed, style and national identity7 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
The Storm after the Storm: Underpaid flood insurance claims | 60 Minutes Archive
In 2015, Sharyn Alfonsi investigated allegations that thousands of homeowners were underpaid for their flood insurance claims after Hurricane Sandy because engineering reports on damaged houses ...10 hours ago -
ABC News - Sports
Internationals return the favor with a sweep of their own in the Presidents Cup
So much for that American blowout in the Presidents Cup11 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Welcome to the W | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Jon Wertheim reports on the WNBA's breakthrough season, with a rookie class that has made a seamless transition from college to the pros. Wertheim speaks to Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark, who is ...12 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
After the Hurricane | Sunday on 60 Minutes
After a year-long investigation, Sharyn Alfonsi reveals how an estimated 50,000 homeowners affected by Hurricane Ian are still fighting with their insurance companies to repair their homes. Alfonsi ...13 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Martino: Messi available for Argentina WCQ return
Inter Miami head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino confirmed Lionel Messi is available to join the Argentina national team for the October international window for World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela ...13 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Barça's Raphinha makes return to Brazil squad
Barcelona forward Raphinha will return to bolster Brazil's attack after being named in their squad ahead of the World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Peru.14 hours ago - Brazil -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Report: Napheesa Collier wins WNBA Defensive Player of the Year
Collier finished second in MVP voting behind A'ja Wilson, and has had a stellar season on both sides of the court.14 hours ago - WNBA -
Inc. - Business
WeightWatchers CEO to Step Down After 2 Years
The company's shares have plummeted about 90 percent this year due to the rising popularity of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.15 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Dame Maggie Smith | 60 Minutes Archive
Dame Maggie Smith has died at age 89. In 2013, she spoke to Steve Kroft about acting, aging and the phenomenon of the dowager Countess of Grantham, her "Downton Abbey" character.16 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Adam Sandler Enlists AEW's MJF For Happy Gilmore 2 Role
Earlier this year, Adam Sandler announced that Netflix will produce and stream Happy Gilmore 2 , the sequel to one of the actor's fan-favorite films. Now, the film has added AEW wrestler Maxwell ...17 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
New R.S.V. Vaccines Had Limited Takers Last Year. Will This Year be Better?
Some of the problems that patients ran into, including a lack of insurance coverage, have been resolved.Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
Hizbollah’s exploding walkie-talkies probably among many counterfeits, says radio maker
Director at Japan’s Icom stresses company discontinued devices 10 years agoYesterday -
CBS Sports - Sports
Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey drills 60-yard field goal to extend NFL record for long-distance accuracy
Aubrey opened his NFL career a perfect 16 for 16 on field goals of 50 yards or longerYesterday - NFL -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Sky fire head coach Teresa Weatherspoon after 1 season, and Angel Reese isn't happy
A stunner out of Chicago.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
The Mezcaleros | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Cecilia Vega travels to Oaxaca and meets the Mezcaleros laboring to quench the world's thirst for Mezcal. The handcrafted Mexican spirit, made from agave, has seen exponential growth in popularity ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Even Many Hurricane Veterans Were Leaving Florida’s Big Bend Ahead of Helene
The region has endured two other hurricanes recently, but many more people appeared to be evacuating this time, leaving their small coastal towns eerily empty.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Vladimir Kara-Murza | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Scott Pelley goes behind the scenes of the largest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the end of the Cold War, Sunday on 60 Minutes.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
49ers practice report: Deebo returns, Robinson carted off
Matt Maiocco delivers the San Francisco 49ers' practice report from Thursday's session.Yesterday - NFL -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Jane Pratt Returns to Media With Another Jane Pratt Thing
Jane Pratt, one of the most influential editors of the last few decades, returns to media with her aptly titled project Another Jane Pratt Thing.Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
‘Zombie’ storm Hurricane John regains strength as it returns to coastal Mexico
South-western Mexico has seen mudslides, closures and at least five deaths before the storm’s return. Hurricane John has strengthened once again, hurling rain at Mexico ’s south-western coast ...Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Thousands gather in Ethiopia's capital to celebrate a religious festival. Many are thinking of peace
Thousands of Ethiopians have gathered in the capital city to celebrate an annual religious festival distinguished by the lighting of bonfires according to the beliefs of the local Orthodox ...Yesterday -
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The Guardian - World
Lord’s security tightened as Australia return a year after ‘cheat’ row
Pavilion arrangements changed following Ashes drama Tourists lead five-game ODI series 2-1 Alex Carey and his Australia teammates will walk through the Long Room at Lord’s on Friday, a year on ...Yesterday - Australia