Meme coins’ unlikely rally turns gags into riches

A bewildering resurgence shows that followers can be found even in the frothiest end of the spectrum

World - Financial Times - November 1

How comedian Adam Ray turned a gag Dr. Phil impersonation into a Netflix special with the man himself

On Tuesday, Netflix premieres Ray's latest special, 'Adam Ray Is Dr. Phil UNLEASHED.' The actor steps into the role of Dr. Phil to sit down with none other than the real Dr. Phil.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 4 days ago

Bangladesh’s unlikely revolutionaries

Young protesters installed Nobel prizewinner Muhammad Yunus as caretaker leader. But time is running out to reform the country’s democratic institutions

World - Financial Times - November 1

Are gold bars and coins a smart investment right now?

There are many gold assets to consider, but buying gold bars and coins could be a good move in today's market.

Will rich countries pay for climate change?

At COP29 the world’s nations will try and negotiate a new spending commitment on climate change.

Kamala Harris counts on superior ground game in ‘coin toss’ Arizona

An army of Democratic volunteers goes door to door in battleground state to find unlikely voters

World - Financial Times - October 27

Police recover more than 40,000 stolen Bluey coins

Sixty-three thousand of the limited edition coins were reported stolen in July.

Australian police recover 40,000 stolen coins based on the children's series 'Bluey'

Australian police say they have recovered more than 40,000 stolen limited-edition coins based on the hit children’s animated series “Bluey.”

Entertainment - ABC News - October 30

40,000 stolen coins based on animated kids' series "Bluey" recovered by police

Australian police say they recovered more than 40,000 stolen limited-edition coins based on the hit children's animated series "Bluey."

Spain’s deadly floods and droughts are two faces of the climate crisis coin

Scientists say violent weather battering Mediterranean is a harbinger of what the rest of Europe can soon expect. Residents of Chiva, a small town on the outskirts of Valencia, can expect a grim ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

Rare coin found in piece of furniture sells for $2.52M at auction

A rare 17th Century coin sold at auction for a record-breaking $2.52 million eight years after it was found in an old cabinet.

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

3 big benefits of gifting gold bars and coins this holiday season

Considering the gift of gold this holiday season? Here are three big (timely) benefits to be aware of.

Jaguars' Lawrence unlikely to play vs. Vikings

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is unlikely to play against the Vikings due to his shoulder injury, with former Patriots quarterback Mac Jones in line to get the start.

Sports - ESPN - November 8

Grandma with chunky sunglasses becomes unlikely fashion icon

A Zambian woman in her 80s is adored for modelling in striking and playful fashion photographs.

Rays say new stadium unlikely to be ready by '28

Due to a combination of damage to Tropicana Field and political delays on financing, it is unlikely the Rays' planned new stadium will be ready by 2028.

Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago

FirstFT: Harris calls on America to ‘turn the page’ on Trump

Also in today’s newsletter, Ukraine and Russia hold secret talks, while Alphabet and Reddit shares rise after results

World - Financial Times - October 30

How Super Rich People Get Delivery Of Their Cars

World - Yahoo News - November 6

Migration to rich countries hits record high in 2023

Surge has helped economies recover from inflationary crisis, but has also prompted voter backlash

World - Financial Times - November 14

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers seek gag order, citing 'improper' pretrial publicity

The defense is asking for a court order gagging potential witnesses and their attorneys.

Arrests, hostage talks and a gag order: Gaza leak scandal sends shock waves across Israel

An Israeli court on Sunday partially lifted a gag order on a case investigating leaks of classified Gaza documents suspected to involve one of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s media advisers.

Health advocates in Africa worry Trump will reimpose abortion 'gag rule' governing US aid

Women's health advocates in Africa are worried that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will again invoke the so-called global gag rule, a policy that cuts off U.S. government funding for groups that ...

Health - ABC News - 4 days ago

Health advocates in Africa worry Trump will reimpose abortion 'gag rule' governing US aid

Women's health advocates in Africa are worried that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will again invoke the so-called global gag rule, a policy that cuts off U.S. government funding for groups that ...

World - ABC News - 4 days ago

Tourists toss coins over a makeshift pool as Rome’s Trevi Fountain undergoes maintenance

Tourists eager to fulfill the fabled promise to return to the Eternal City are being forced to toss coins over a plastic barrier and into a small makeshift pool in front of Rome’s Trevi Fountain ...

World - ABC News - November 1

‘Two sides of the same coin’: governments stress links between climate and nature collapse

Representatives at the Cop16 summit in Colombia negotiated against a backdrop of extreme weather and ecosystem collapse. As world leaders gathered in Colombia this week, they also watched for news ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Tourists in Rome now have a walkway to visit the Trevi Fountain but can't toss coins

Tourists in Rome won’t be allowed to toss coins over their shoulders into the Trevi Fountain, following tradition, though an elevated walkway now gives limited access to the monument during ...

World - ABC News - November 9

LOOK: Helicopter drop replaces traditional coin toss in Utah high school football championship game

Rich High School and Monticello High School really upped the ante in the Utah state championship match

Sports - CBS Sports - 6 days ago

Bulgarian politics remains deadlocked after election

Failure of any party to win majority has slowed EU integration and fuelled pro-Russia sentiment

Business - Financial Times - October 28

Arsenal's title hopes hit by Newcastle as Premier League's unlikely rivalry deepens

Arsenal and Newcastle are at opposite ends of England, but a real rivalry has grown between them, with the Gunners' loss on Saturday the latest installment.

Sports - ESPN - November 3

Will Donald Trump destroy US democracy? Unlikely | Cas Mudde

The US system is complex, rigid and set up to prevent tyranny. Still, marginalized groups will face an even more hostile state. The most authoritarian and racist campaign of my lifetime just ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Unlikely action star Luke Evans relived his past to inspire others

Growing up in Wales, Luke Evans never expected to become an action star. He wrote a memoir to show how he overcame personal struggles — and inspire others.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 7

Supreme Court unlikely to see justices retire before Trump takes office

Justice Sonia Sotomayor is the first Hispanic justice and at 70, is not the oldest member of the Supreme Court.

Politics - CBS News - November 8

Lewis Hamilton unlikely to drive for Ferrari in F1 post-season testing

Mercedes give no indication of early release Hamilton has promotional commitments in Abu Dhabi Lewis Hamilton is unlikely to get behind the wheel of a Ferrari in post-season Abu Dhabi testing ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

Trump AG pick Gaetz could be great for cannabis — but stock moves suggest confirmation is unlikely

If controversial Republican Matt Gaetz manages to win confirmation as attorney general, his tenure at the Justice Department is expected to be positive for the cannabis industry.

Business - MarketWatch - November 14

Police track down unlikely shoe thief from Japanese kindergarten

Officers installed security cameras to get to the bottom of the thefts, and ended up uncovering a four-legged culprit. Police and staff were initially flummoxed when shoes started disappearing from ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

How Tommy Hilfiger Became Formula 1’s Unlikely Disruptor

The well-known American designer used to sneak into races as a teenager. Now he’s doing much more.

Sports - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Biden unlikely to ban menthol cigarettes, despite urging from health officials

A federal ban on menthol cigarettes would be one of the most effective ways to save lives, Black Americans, the Surgeon General said. But the Biden administration isn't likely to do anything about ...

Politics - NBC News - 4 days ago

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