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Five bars for a quiet midweek drink in the City of London
Post-work watering holes where you can actually hear yourself think (and yes, they do exist)Financial Times - 6h -
Our Bar-Napkin Presidency
The president’s impulsive tariffs are a symptom of a deeper challenge to U.S. manufacturing.The New York Times - 6h -
Federal agencies bar Black History Month and other 'special observances'
The Defense Intelligence Agency has ordered a pause of all activities and events related to Martin Luther King Jr. and Black History Month.NBC News - 1d -
Quiet, please! The remarkable power of silence – for our bodies and our minds
Our increasingly noisy world has been linked to cardiovascular disease, anxiety and depression, as well as hearing loss. But that’s not the only reason we need more peace and quiet in our lives. No ...The Guardian - 2d -
Abbott bars Texas officials from using DeepSeek, RedNote on government devices
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) banned state officials from using Chinese-owned technology such as DeepSeek and RedNote on government devices Friday. "Texas will not allow the Chinese Communist Party to ...The Hill - 3d -
How Menendez Destroyed His Legacy With Gold Bars and a Halal Hustle
The former New Jersey senator was sentenced to 11 years in prison after being convicted of bribery and corruption.The New York Times - 6d -
Trump signs executive order barring transgender people from military service
President Donald Trump signed executive orders that aim to restrict transgender people’s military service and crack down on DEI initiatives in the military.NBC News - Jan. 28 -
Pirates, wolf howls and roller-skates: New York’s reimagined tiki bars
The mid-century kitsch fest is back — but this time mainly shorn of its more problematic aspectsFinancial Times - Jan. 28 -
Starbucks brings back condiment bar, free refills for some drinks
Starbucks fans can now get free refills for some drinks — but not all. The coffee chain is also bringing back its self-serve milk and sweeteners bar.CBS News - Jan. 27 -
Venice in Winter, With a Poet as Our Guide
A writer and his daughter wander the ancient city at night, inspired by Joseph Brodsky, the Russian writer who loved the city in its cold, quiet season.The New York Times - Jan. 27 -
Where Might Gov. Hochul Be Among Friends? At a Buffalo Bills Bar.
Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York, an unabashed fan of the Buffalo Bills, was perhaps never more popular than on Sunday in downtown Albany.The New York Times - Jan. 27 -
‘Our Beloved Gaza Is Gone’
So many children killed and injured, yet a lasting Middle East peace seems no closer.The New York Times - Jan. 25 -
What are Parliament's bars really like?
Westminster's drinking culture is in the spotlight after a bar was closed over an alleged spiking incident.BBC News - Jan. 25 -
Give us our GOAT back: tribalism remains a bar to appreciating Djokovic’s greatness | Barney Ronay
It feels politically radical at this stage, a break from the phoney wars, to say can we just appreciate Djokovic for what he is?. Who knows, maybe one day Novak Djokovic and the people of Australia ...The Guardian - Jan. 24 -
UK businesses cut jobs at fastest pace since 2009 bar the pandemic
S&P’s results add to gloom about economy as employment levels fallFinancial Times - Jan. 24 -
How to buy gold bars
Gold bars can strengthen your portfolio — but requirements often make buying complex. Here's how to buy bars now.CBS News - Jan. 23 -
‘Deadly Conspiracy’ Described at Trial of 3 Charged in Gay Bar Murders
Three men have been accused of murder as part of a plot to drug and rob revelers in Midtown in 2022. Two of their targets ended up dead.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
Closing Parliament bars could risk MPs' safety, says minister
Commons leader Lucy Powell says she is open to debate about bars in Parliament but they serve a purpose.BBC News - Jan. 22 -
‘This is where it all begins!’ What’s it like to start your holiday in the airport bar?
Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary wants European airports to clamp down on pre-flight drinking. But is it really such a problem? There’s only one way to find out …. It is 10.30am on Thursday at Gatwick, ...The Guardian - Jan. 22 -
Trump officials revoke policy that barred ICE arrests near schools, churches
The Trump administration revoked a Biden-era policy that prohibited ICE arrests at or near schools, places of worship and other "sensitive locations."CBS News - Jan. 21 -
Unrivaled sets high bar in debut: 'Was electric'
The opening night of Unrivaled -- the new 3-on-3 women's basketball league founded by Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier -- left players and fans impressed. "It was everything we were hoping ...ESPN - Jan. 18 -
Sudan needs our help — now
In 2004, I traveled to Darfur — What I witnessed then was terrible, but what is happening now in most of Sudan is much worse.The Hill - Jan. 18 -
Parliament bar closed after alleged spiking incident
Police are investigating a report that a woman had her drink spiked in the bar, which is closed pending a safety review.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
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Sick Prisoners in New York Were Granted Parole but Remain Behind Bars
Prisons across the country are struggling to find nursing home placements for sick prisoners after granting them parole. In New York, some inmates are suing for release.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
Botafogo’s transformation sets bar for Brazilian football investment
Rio club’s successes highlight commercial changes under way in nation’s domestic gameFinancial Times - Jan. 17 -
Police probe drink spiking report in Parliament bar
A parliamentary researcher reported her drink had been tampered with at 6.30pm on Tuesday 7 January.BBC News - Jan. 15 -
You Are Cordially Invited to Our Wedding. But Not to Our Vows.
Some couples are finding more intimate ways to share their wedding pledges with each other: in private, in written notes — or even in sweats.The New York Times - Jan. 14 -
Meta to Cut 5% of Staff as Zuckerberg Says He Will 'Raise the Bar'
CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the job cuts are necessary as the company builds “the most important technologies in the world.”The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 14 -
Are 1-ounce gold bars liquid assets?
Liquidity matters when you're determining what assets to add to your portfolio — and that includes precious metals.CBS News - Jan. 13 -
Reality star Chase Chrisley accused of slapping bar manager in Atlanta
Reality TV star Chase Chrisley is accused of slapping the manager of a popular sports bar in Atlanta after refusing to leaveABC News - Jan. 12 -
How to turn store-cupboard staples into brilliant breakfast bars | Waste not
Nutritious and easy to eat on the go, these bars are not only great for kicking off a healthy new year, but will also help use up leftovers. Today’s recipe is based on the pumpkin, mulberry and ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
How much does it cost to insure 1-ounce gold bars in 2025?
Planning to add 1-ounce gold bars to your portfolio? here's what you could pay to insure them this year.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
‘No one will stop our people’: Bougainville president defiant in push for independence
Ishmael Toroama tells the Guardian sovereignty from Papua New Guinea is a ‘matter of time’ as long-running process enters next phase . Ishmael Toroama’s life has been dominated by a single ...The Guardian - Jan. 10 -
Are 1-gram or 1-ounce gold bars better to invest in now?
Both 1-gram and 1-ounce gold bars can be a smart investment, but one may be the better option in today's market.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Lost hiker survived 13 days on muesli bars and berries
Hadi Nazari, who went missing in the New South Wales mountains in Australia, was found in good health.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
CFPB finalizes rule barring medical debt from credit reports
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Tuesday finalized its rule barring medical debt from being included on credit reports, potentially freeing up billions in credit. The finalized ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Gunmen open fire on bar customers, killing 7 and wounding 5
Gunmen burst into the bar La Casita Azul and opened fire at customers, leaving bloodied bodies strewn on the floor according to local media.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
‘I was stunned’: man claims Florence karaoke bar banned Neapolitan song
Enraged customer’s video triggers social media debate over linguistic and cultural discrimination in Italy. A debate over linguistic and cultural discrimination has erupted in Italy after a man was ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Give Biden his due, he has been one of the best presidents of our time
Nancy Pelosi's tribute to President Joe Biden's time in the Oval Office highlights his effective leadership, strong economy and commitment to democracy, despite his mistakes.The Hill - Jan. 6
