Players allege embattled ex Oregon State volleyball coach used same abusive tactics in Australia

Federal bribery investigation is another blow for Mississippi's embattled capital

Political observers say Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba's indictment could intensify a long-running battle between city Democrats and Mississippi Republicans.

Matt Gaetz, Trump's embattled pick for AG, withdraws nomination

President-elect Trump quickly announced his new choice of former Florida attorney general, Pam Bondi, to lead the Justice Department following the sudden withdrawal of embattled pick Matt Gaetz. ...

Politics - NBC News - 5 days ago

Scare tactics: scientists offer insights on what makes a perfect prank

Researchers come up with theory for why ‘jump scares’ are often followed by laughter – with advice on how to find ‘sweet spot’ of fear. Whether it’s a friend jumping out from behind a bush or ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

Drone strikes on civilians suggest new Russian tactics of fear in Ukraine

Ukrainians tell of their fear as BBC Verify analyses videos appearing to show drone strikes on civilians.

The Old-Fashioned Soccer Tactic That Has Come Back Into Fashion

It was once a practicality, but teams are finding ways to use it to their benefit.

Sports - The New York Times - October 31

Heritage leader admits to ‘tactical error’ after Project 2025 backlash

Kevin Roberts, the president of the Heritage Foundation, admitted his organization made a “tactical error” in not addressing the backlash soon enough after Project 2025 was brought to light. “We ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

South Africa Police Try Siege Tactics on Illegal Mining, Igniting Debate

The police have cut off food and water to miners for weeks in a bid to force them out of an abandoned mine. Human rights advocates and community leaders call the tactics inhumane.

World - The New York Times - November 17

Can Trump's Hardball Tactics on China Ease America's Fentanyl Crisis?

The president-elect says he will punish China if it doesn’t choke off the flow of ingredients, but Beijing could balk if relations between the countries sour.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 19

Why one technical analyst sees a ‘tactical opportunity’ in Treasurys

During recent conversations with MarketWatch, several institutional investors expressed trepidation about buying more Treasury notes and bonds for their portfolios.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Watkins, Duran & defensive errors - Emery's four tactical dilemmas

BBC Sport takes a tactical look at Unai Emery's Aston Villa struggles after four consecutive defeats.

Arizona’s proof of citizenship complicates voting in US swing state

Critics cry foul over requirement they say makes it harder for minorities and young people to vote

World - Financial Times - October 30

Abortion is on the ballot in nine states and motivating voters across the US

Voters are getting a say on abortion policy in Tuesday's election with ballot measures and elections to offices from president to local prosecutors

Health - ABC News - November 5

Nearly all of US states are facing droughts, an unprecedented number

More than 150 million people and 318m acres of crops are affected by droughts after summer of record heat. Every US state except Alaska and Kentucky is facing drought , an unprecedented number, ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

Early indicators point to bumper turnout across US swing states

Harris and Trump campaigns each claim advantage on busy polling day

World - Financial Times - November 5

Christian Fraser looks at how things stand

Will we find out the result soon? Which state will be the deciding vote? Here's a look at the possible scenarios for this US election.

Trump claims US election victory after winning critical battlegrounds

Republican says he has ‘powerful mandate’ after triumphs in swing states of Pennsylvania, Georgia and North Carolina

World - Financial Times - November 6

FirstFT: Donald Trump on course to reclaim the White House

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