Motion picture academy lays off staff at archive and library amid broader restructuring

‘A large part of my life’: a former Banksy associate sells his archive

At a Los Angeles-based auction, Steve Lazarides is preparing to say goodbye to a giant trove of Banksy artwork and memorabilia, expected to make millions. After several tumultuous years, the former ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

From the archives: Nelson Mandela on efforts to end apartheid in South Africa

In April of 1991, violence plagued South Africa as politicians debated how to end apartheid. Nelson Mandela joined Face the Nation to discuss the problems facing the country and his opinions of ...

From the archives: House Speaker Newt Gingrich discusses the "Contract with America"

House Speaker Newt Gingrich joined Face the Nation in 1995 to discuss his plans for the "Contract with America," a series of legislative measures meant to shrink the size of the federal government.

From the archives: British PM Margaret Thatcher joins Face the Nation

In the midst of the Iran-Contra hearings on Capitol Hill, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher joined Face the Nation in July of 1987. Moderator Lesley Stahl asked the prime minister about how ...

From the archives: George H.W. Bush joins Face the Nation

In January of 1985, George H.W. Bush was sworn in for a second term as vice president. He spoke with moderator Lesley Stahl about his plans for the country.

From the archives: The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at 60

Dancer Judith Jamison, who directed the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for more than two decades, died Saturday, November 9, 2024 at the age of 81. In this "Sunday Morning" report that ...

Unreal And Unreal Tournament Are Free On Internet Archive, With Epic's Blessing

Unreal and Unreal Tournament , the first two titles to use developer Epic Games' now hugely popular Unreal engine and which spawned an entire FPS franchise, are now available to download and ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 14

Conan O'Brien to host 97th Academy Awards, marking his first time as Oscar emcee

Comedian Conan O'Brien will host the 97th Oscars on March 2, bringing his quirky humor and live TV experience to Hollywood's biggest night.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 6 days ago

Harris Is Trying to Win Voters by Laying Out the Alternative

Also, Teri Garr found the soul in memorable ditsy blondes. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

PETA files new motion in Tonia Haddix case, citing 'Chimp Crazy' as evidence

PETA filed a new motion Wednesday asking the court to compel 'Chimp Crazy' star Tonia Haddix and her alleged accomplices to show why they should not be held in contempt of court, detailing evidence ...

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 30

PETA files new motion in case against 'Chimp Crazy' docuseries subject Tonia Haddix

PETA is once again going after the woman who tried to fake a chimpanzee’s death in 2021.

Federal judge denies motion to recognize NASCAR teams as chartered organizations for next season

A federal judge has denied a motion by two NASCAR teams — one owned by Basketball Hall of Famer Michael Jordan — to be recognized as chartered teams as they proceed in an antitrust lawsuit against ...

Sports - ABC News - November 8

Trump nominates Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead new efficiency department to ‘restructure federal agencies’ – live

Tesla CEO and onetime Republican presidential hopeful put forward to lead department to ‘dismantle government bureaucracy’ . Trump’s cabinet picks and likely contenders so far Joe Biden is ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

Democrat to file motion specifically mentioning Trump can only serve two terms

Dan Goldman’s initiative will reiterate two-term clause from amendment approved by US Congress in 1947. Alarm over Donald Trump’s suggestion he would be willing to serve an unconstitutional ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

Taxpayers set to lose out under Gupta’s UK steel unit restructuring plans

Claims by HMRC would be reduced 80% in restructuring of its Speciality Steel UK business

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

In pictures: Tears and jubilation on US election day 2024

It has been a night of contrasting emotions as vote-counting continues across key swing states.

Donald Trump: A remarkable life in pictures

From his childhood in New York to his triumphant 2024 campaign - a look at the 78-year-old's life.

Your pictures on the theme of 'road trip'

A selection of pictures on the theme of 'road trip'.

Art Week puts Tokyo in the picture

Galleries and institutions aimed to raise the Japanese capital’s profile with a celebration of contemporary art

World - Financial Times - November 12

Associated Press to Cut Staff by 8%

The reductions come just two weeks after Election Day, when The A.P. played a key role in calling races across the United States.

Business - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Hundreds of books pulled from Florida school libraries

A 35-page list outlines the hundreds of books removed from library shelves in Florida's 73 school districts.

Trump is using election lies to lay the groundwork for challenging 2024 results

Donald Trump has spent months laying the groundwork to challenge the results of the 2024 election if he loses

Biden: Trump win lays to rest question of election ‘integrity’

President Biden on Thursday called on Americans to lay to rest questions about the integrity of elections, calling the system fair after President-elect Trump decidedly won the 2024 race. “I hope ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

R.F.K. Jr. Lays Out Possible Public Health Changes Under Trump

Mr. Kennedy, an environmental lawyer who has no medical or public health degrees, has promoted anti-vaccine conspiracies for years.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

A 'jungle': Rome's teeming jail lays bare Italy's prison ills

World - Yahoo News - November 9

WATCH: Biden, Harris lay wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Veterans Day

This is the first time Biden and Harris appeared together since Election Day.

Biden lays wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier to honor Veterans Day

President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris were at Arlington National Cemetery Monday to participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in observance of Veterans ...

France shuns COP29 as divisions deepen at UN climate summit

Argentina also withdraws negotiator as Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev lashes out at Emmanuel Macron

World - Financial Times - November 14

70 years on, families of missing British soldiers finally lay flowers on their graves

The four men had been in unmarked graves after they were killed in the Korean War.

'Never': Jimmy Lai denies foreign collusion in landmark trial

Lai, one of the most influential pro-democracy figures in Hong Kong, is accused of colluding with foreign forces.

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai denies foreign collusion in security trial

Fierce critic of Beijing testifies for first time as he faces up to life in prison

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Jimmy Lai case tests red lines of UK-China relations

British national’s supporters hope human rights will be prioritised over UK push for strong relationship with Beijing

World - Financial Times - 13 hours ago

AP Week in Pictures: Latin America and Caribbean

Oct. 18-24, 2024 Millions of Cubans were left without electricity for days after the nation’s energy grid went down when one of the island’s major power plants failed. The Amazon River naturally ...

World - ABC News - October 25

The big picture: Dolorès Marat’s Paris, city of intrigue

The French photographer’s painterly portrait of a woman in a metro station hints at the unknowableness of everyday urban life. The French photographer Dolorès Marat took this picture in the Étoile ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Pre-Election Jobs Report Will Present a Muddled Picture

Less than a week before the presidential vote, employment figures will reflect hurricane damage and a long strike at Boeing.

Business - Inc. - October 30

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