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‘It is hard to watch them buy a Mercedes’: My father left $600K to my stepmother. Her family put the money in a trust. Is my inheritance lost?
“My stepmother’s family refused to follow the terms of the will, which left their joint estate to my sister and me.”MarketWatch - 1h -
Father jailed for murdering daughter he claimed died in a play-fight
Simon Vickers, who claimed his daughter's stabbing was accidental, is sentenced.BBC News - 8h -
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I'm a Beauty Writer, and These Are My 8 Favorite Products (2025)
Not all cosmetics are created equally. As a beauty writer, here are some standouts I’d recommend to a friend.Wired - 1d -
Democrats rally against Musk: ‘Hands off our Social Security’
Democrats rallied against billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk, who also heads up President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), outside the Social Security Administration’s headquarters ...The Hill - 2h -
My mother did not receive Social Security after my father died. Could a new law change that?
“My mom has always been a school teacher and never paid into Social Security.”MarketWatch - 3h -
How I Reached Acceptance 7 Years After Losing My House in a Wildfire
A cartoonist reflects on loss and recovery after the Woolsey wildfire in 2018.The New York Times - 3h -
Social Security and Medicare burn while Trump counts pennies
Trump’s latest idea may be popular, but won’t get us far.MarketWatch - 6h -
Vic Fangio: Defensive effort exceeded my hopes and expectations
The Eagles had Vic Fangio working as a consultant when they lost to the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII, but he agreed to move on to become the Dolphins' defensive coordinator before the team knew ...Yahoo Sports - 9h -
'Billionaires own my mouldy rental property'
Families tell BBC their mould-infested homes are making them ill - Panorama investigates.BBC News - 9h -
‘Delightfully absurd’: why Mamma Mia! is my feelgood movie
The latest in our series of writers drawing attention to their go-to mood-lifting films is an ode to the hit Abba musical from 2008. Three years ago, I was sitting on the mezzanine of an east ...The Guardian - 15h -
'I miss my school': BBC launches programme for children in war zones
The BBC World Service has launched an Arabic edition of its award-winning educational programme Dars.BBC News - 23h -
'You can judge me - but don't criticise my outstanding Spurs players'
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou says his players have been "outstanding" during a challenging season after their FA Cup loss to Aston Villa.BBC News - 1d -
Rutherford Chang, Who Turned Collections Into Art, Dies at 45
He was best known for amassing more than 3,400 copies of the Beatles’ “White Album” and using them to demonstrate the aging of a cultural artifact.The New York Times - 1d -
Changes to law would give police ‘licence to kill’, UK rights groups warn
Review into accountability soon to report as police seek greater protection from prosecution over use of force. Police want changes to the law giving them “a licence to kill”, leading rights groups ...The Guardian - 1d -
Namibia’s ‘founding father’ Sam Nujoma dies at 95
Former guerrilla leader and president fought against apartheid and South African controlFinancial Times - 1d -
When my daughter’s pregnancy was on the line, it felt like history was repeating itself…
Joanna Moorhead recalls her daughter’s difficult birth as she watches her go through the same thing 32 years later. It was a routine antenatal appointment with many weeks still to go until the ...The Guardian - 1d -
I Do Not Want Revenge for My Father’s Death
My father’s killer is being released to save hostages.The New York Times - 1d -
‘I’ve been named sole heir’: My father, 92, is a Korean War veteran and stays out until dawn playing poker. What can I do?
“The family is mortgaged, likely for more than it is currently worth, to cover Dad’s back taxes and credit-card and gambling debts.”MarketWatch - 1d -
'My wife told me to date after she died - I wasn't ready for what was out there'
Geraint John says some dates have made a sharp exit when he's told them he's been recently widowed.BBC News - 1d -
I feel happier and healthier when not around my mother | Ask Philippa
When parental relationships fall short of fulfilling our own emotional needs, they can leave us feeling at fault. The question I’m overwhelmed by fear, shame, guilt and anxiety about my ...The Guardian - 1d -
Vitale gets standing O in return: 'My Super Bowl'
Dick Vitale returned to broadcasting for the first time in nearly two years for Saturday night's Duke-Clemson matchup on ESPN and received a lengthy ovation from fans, coaches and players at ...ESPN - 1d -
'This is my Super Bowl': ESPN's Dick Vitale makes emotional return
The longtime ESPN color commentator was near tears telling the audience what it meant to him to be back.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
The moment I knew: I was mourning the end of my summer fling – then a parcel arrived at my door
When Steph Vizard hooked up with Hugh during a trip back home, it was like living inside a romantic comedy. But could they have a happy ending?. Find more stories from The moment I knew series ...The Guardian - 2d -
ChatGPT, can you write my new novel for me? Och aye, ye preenin’ Sassenach | Gareth Rubin
Let’s see if AI can take the faff – the actual writing bit – out of penning a Shakespearean thriller with a Scottish villain. The monsters of artificial intelligence are coming for you. They will ...The Guardian - 2d -
How 15-Minute Daily Meetings Changed My Business for the Better
Unlock your team’s potential with a simple habit that builds belonging and drives accountability.Inc. - 2d -
‘It’s my dream’: Villa and Arroyo edge closer to Wembley in Women’s FA Cup
Natalia Arroyo enjoys her first win as head coach with a 3-2 victory over Brighton and feels their fortunes are looking up. While the new Aston Villa head coach Natalia Arroyo’s days working as a ...The Guardian - 2d -
Father-of-two dies days after being assaulted at house
The 31 year old's sister describes him as "everybody's friend" as police launch a murder investigation.BBC News - 2d -
Davis: 'My job' to bring hope to forlorn Mavs fans
The Mavericks' fan base remains in shock over the trade that brought in Anthony Davis but sent away Luka Doncic, and the new Dallas big man says he understands the frustration.ESPN - 2d -
FEC commissioner ‘considering all of my options’ after ouster by Trump
The former Federal Election Commission (FEC) chair Ellen Weintraub said during an interview that she is weighing her choices after her ouster from the post by President Trump earlier this week. ...The Hill - 2d -
On my radar: Sharon Van Etten’s cultural highlights
The US singer-songwriter on the Cure, The Bear, neighbourhood restaurants and spiritual solace. Born in New Jersey in 1981, singer-songwriter Sharon Van Etten has released seven studio albums, ...The Guardian - 2d -
My son’s father died, but his stepmother won’t return his calls. We don’t even know if there’s a will. What now?
“My son is hurt, to say the least, that she is acting this way.”MarketWatch - 2d -
Chesney Hawkes: ‘As my dad once said, don’t believe the hype’
The singer, 54, talks about being back in leafy Surrey after years in LA, the secrets of a happy marriage and the hysteria of fame. I grew up in a rock’n’roll household. My dad, Chip, was a ...The Guardian - 2d -
Older fathers on having kids in their 60s and 70s: ‘My time with my son is more limited – and more precious’
It isn’t only the likes of Mick Jagger, Rupert Murdoch and Al Pacino who are fathering children later in life. Six older fathers share the unexpected joys and pitfalls. The first time Gary Jenkins ...The Guardian - 2d -
Granny pants and situationships: Lessons Bridget Jones taught me in my 20s
Grab your diary and your ice cream - here are Bridget's relatable wisdoms for those trying to survive adulthood.BBC News - 2d -
ACLU Warns DOGE’s ‘Unchecked’ Access Could Violate Federal Law
The ACLU says it stands ready to sue for access to government records that detail DOGE’s access to sensitive personnel data.Wired - 3d -
Former Dolphins receiver Howard Twilley, 2-time Super Bowl champion, dies at 81
Twilley was on the very first Miami Dolphins roster and the 1972 team which went undefeated at 17-0.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
My Favorite Argument for the Existence of God
We, ourselves, are part of the proof.The New York Times - 3d -
Australia introduces tough new laws to combat antisemitism
In a bid to tackle a recent surge in antisemitism, Australia passed a series of tough anti-hate crime laws, including mandatory minimum sentences displaying hate symbols. The laws will impose ...NBC News - 3d -
My Toddler Son Likes to Wear Dresses. Can He Wear One to My Sister’s Wedding?
A mother wants to respect her 2½-year-old’s preference for dressing like his older sister, but she worries that letting him do so would bother the bridal couple.The New York Times - 5d
