Michel Siffre, 85, Dies; Descended Into Caves to Study the Human Mind
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The New York Times - Top stories
Nelson DeMille, Blockbuster Author Who Thrilled Millions, Dies at 81
In best seller after best seller, world-weary investigators tackled military malfeasance and Russian spies, cracking jokes and beers to the delight of legions of devoted fans.19 minutes ago -
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State reports 1st human case of EEE in nearly a decade
New York state reported its first case of eastern equine encephalitis in nearly a decade on Friday.3 hours ago -
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Fossil fuel companies invest billions in sports to boost image, study says
The head of the United Nations wants the fossil fuel industry banned from advertising, arguing its practices threaten the health and safety of people everywhere by driving climate change. Sports ...4 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Kamala Harris at Wisconsin rally: ‘Women have died because of Trump’s abortion bans’ – live
Vice-president again highlighted case of Amber Thurman, who died in Georgia due to strict abortion ban. Kamala Harris will be in Georgia today and is expected to speak about Donald Trump’s role ...5 hours ago - Abortion -
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Texas pipeline fire is out, vehicle and human remains are found
A fire that erupted from a Texas natural gas pipeline that was struck by a vehicle died down and was extinguished Thursday, the city of Deer Park said.6 hours ago -
The New York Times - Health
Michel Siffre, 85, Dies; Descended Into Caves to Study the Human Mind
He was a pioneer in chronobiology, the study of how our bodies understand the passage of time.6 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
‘We have no health insurance’: My wife died, leaving behind a lot of medical debt. Am I responsible for her debt?
“Can they take our house?”6 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Peppa Pig, Thunderbirds and Dalek voice actor David Graham dies
He provided the voice for characters in TV series including Peppa Pig, Thunderbirds and Doctor Who.7 hours ago -
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Cards Against Humanity sues Elon Musk's SpaceX for allegedly trespassing on Texas land
The games company Cards Against Humanity says that Elon Musk's SpaceX has been storing construction materials on its land without permission.10 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
I’m wife No. 4. My husband’s first wife is owed 50% of his federal pension when he dies. Where does that leave me?
“Going through some old paperwork, I found the divorce decree from his first wife.”11 hours ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Pager attack used well-worn spy tactic to inflict new devastating human toll
The attack on Hezbollah via exploding pagers this week, widely believed to be conducted by Israel, was a novel use of a well-trodden spy tactic.12 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Pesky medical bill? Many people don't take a key step to manage that debt, study finds
Many people who don't question potential errors on medical bills think doing so won't get results. Evidence suggests otherwise.12 hours ago -
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Africa flooding leaves dead crocodiles floating among human bodies
Floods have killed more than 1,000 people and displaced hundreds of thousands in the region, worsening existing humanitarian crises.13 hours ago -
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Trailblazing actress Cleo Sylvestre dies aged 79
She was the first black actress to have a leading role at the National Theatre, and in a soap opera, with a part in Crossroads.13 hours ago -
The New York Times - Health
John A. Clements Dies at 101; His Research Saved Thousands of Babies
He identified the cause of a respiratory condition that was killing 10,000 infants a year in the United States. Then he helped design a drug that slashed those mortality rates.14 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Fussy eating down to genes not parenting, study says
Genetics influence how adventurous or fussy a child is about food, the large study suggests.14 hours ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Michaela DePrince, Who Survived Sierra Leone's Civil War to Become a Star Ballerina, Dies at 29
While living in an orphanage in her war-torn country, she dreamed of being happy, powerful and successful.15 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
‘The whole human condition is encased in the story’: why Beatles films just keep coming
Midas Man and One Hand Clapping are just the latest in a stream of movies telling a story we seemingly can’t get enough of. The Beatles broke up in 1970 but – as far as the film industry is ...17 hours ago -
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Boy, 2, dies after TV screen falls at home
Carter Walsh died after a TV fell on him in what is believed to be a “tragic accident”, police say.17 hours ago -
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The Hill - Politics
Study shows Taylor Swift's endorsement may turn off voters Harris needs
Swift’s endorsement of Harris may make some previously undecided voters decide to stay home.17 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Labelling Trump’s lies as ‘disputed’ on X makes supporters believe them more, study finds
Study says tagging posts with false claims on election fraud may make Trump voters more likely to think they’re true. Labelling tweets featuring false claims about election fraud as “disputed” does ...19 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
New blood test could help spot children at risk of serious illnesses, study finds
Lipid analysis using existing machines could give warning of type 2 diabetes, liver and heart disease, researchers say . Scientists say a new blood test that analyses lipids could make it easier to ...19 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Sir Alex Ferguson on how he keeps his own mind sharp as he helps dementia cause
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson talks to BBC Breakfast about helping families affected by dementia. He was speaking as part of National Playlist Day,22 hours ago -
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Couple dies while snorkeling during Hawaii babymoon
Family and friends are mourning the deaths of a Washington state couple who died while snorkeling on vacation in Hawaii.Yesterday -
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Social media collects, sells more personal data than most realize, study finds
A Federal Trade Commission study found social media platforms like Meta, YouTube and TikTok engage in "vast surveillance" of consumers and profit from the data by selling it to advertisers. New ...Yesterday -