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F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel "The Great Gatsby" turns 100
When F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote "The Great Gatsby" at the height of the roaring '20s, he couldn't possibly realize that the book would emerge as one of the very top contenders for "the great ...CBS News - 4d -
Facing cancer and blindness, L.A.'s Alex Duong fights to keep his sight and stand-up spirit
The comic, who has also been a Door Guy at the Comedy Store, was told that his rare cancer has a low survival rate, five years. Recently the L.A. comedy scene rallied behind him with a GoFundMe to ...Los Angeles Times - 21h -
“It’s been very, very difficult” – Ederson assesses Manchester City struggles after failed Saudi transfer
In an interview with ESPN Brasil, Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson has reflected on his side’s shortcomings this campaign and why Pep Guardiola’s men have failed to challenge for the Premier Lea...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
FBI analyst targeted in Kash Patel's book placed on leave
The FBI has placed an analyst on leave whose name was on a list of "Deep State actors" in a book written by FBI Director Kash Patel.NBC News - 3d -
BlackRock's Larry Fink says U.S. is very close to a recession and may be in one now
The asset management executive spoke to CNBC about the state of the economy, which has been rattled by tariffs from the Trump administration.CNBC - 4d -
Rainfall warnings issued for UK as April dry spell comes to abrupt end
The first half of April was very dry with warm sunshine but that has come to an end with low pressure taking charge in time for Easter.BBC News - 1d -
Bridgewater founder: 'We are at a decisionmaking point and very close to a recession'
Ray Dalio, the billionaire investor and founder of hedge fund Bridgewater Associates, said on Sunday the United States is "very close to a recession." In an interview on NBC News’s “Meet the ...The Hill - 2d -
Reed rises to 49th in ranking, assuring PGA spot
After finishing third in the Masters, Patrick Reed has moved up to No. 49 in the world ranking, which at the very least assures a spot in the PGA Championship.ESPN - 19h -
7 Bad Email Habits That Make Leaders Look Unprofessional
Those poorly written emails might just be damaging your career.Inc. - 1d -
Horsetooth Half Marathon: Kipkoech wins again, Sigei goes back-to-back in women's race
The annual Horsetooth Half Marathon featured previous winners in the overall and women's competition on a sunny spring morning in Fort Collins.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Utd were dismal, but fans may have missed one of ‘very few plus points’ that boosts the side’s chances vs Lyon
Manchester United’s players have to very quickly pick themselves up and dust themselves off following a 4-1 hammering at the hands of Newcastle United.The Magpies became the fourth team this season ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Lakers player grades: L.A. drops meaningless regular-season finale
With the three seed locked in, the Lakers rested most of their regular rotation players and got blown out by the Trail Blazers on Sunday.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Celebrating the 30th edition of the L.A. Times Festival of Books: Full coverage
Ahead of the festival's 30th edition, we look back on the books, authors, genres and organizations that have defined the last 30 years in literature.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Trump says he’s in ‘very good shape’ after his annual physical
President Donald Trump had his annual physical on Friday where he says he took several different tests, including a cognitive test and a number of heart tests. He says he expects the results to be ...NBC News - 4d -
‘Very desirable’ rare cast of Rodin’s The Kiss is up for auction
After years in a private sitting room, an early version of the masterpiece is expected to fetch €500,000. Auguste Rodin’s sensual portrayal of tragic lovers caught in an embrace before being killed ...The Guardian - 3d -
An Experimental Obesity Pill Mimics Gastric Bypass Surgery
A novel drug that produces a temporary coating in the small intestine could be a new strategy for weight loss—and an alternative to surgeries and GLP-1 drugs.Wired - 6d -
When the fact-checker in question is not exactly a reliable narrator
Set in the recent past, Austin Kelley's debut novel centers on a magazine underling who becomes entranced with a Manic Pixie Dream Girl.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Kanon Catchings has reportedly committed to a new school
The former BYU forward has reportedly committed to Georgia.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
“The Pitt” Has Found a Loyal Fanbase
The series, which wrapped up its first season, has built up a rabid following, with social media memes and fan crushes on its star, Noah Wyle.The New York Times - 4d -
Musicians Who Knew Amadou Bagayoko Pay Tribute With Their Songs
Amadou Bagayoko and his wife, the singer Mariam Doumbia, rose from icons in Mali to international success over the last two decades. After Mr. Bagayoko’s death, those who knew him chose a few of ...The New York Times - 2d -
Via porn, gore and ultra-violence, extremist groups are sinking hooks online into the very young
Across Europe and further afield, counterterrorism agencies are grappling with a new generation of young people who are being radicalized online and consuming ultraviolent content produced by ...ABC News - 3d -
‘I’ve pulled myself out of a very dark abyss’: Garbage’s Shirley Manson on depression, sexism, dodgy hips and happiness
The press loved her – but also hated her. Her band was huge – and then it fractured. She started two tours – and had to abandon them. The singer talks about 30 years of heaven and hell. The new ...The Guardian - 2d -
Commentary: Mehdi Hasan reflects on Zeteo one year after launch: 'We're in a very good place'
The former MSNBC host talks about what it took to create an outlet somewhere between mainstream news and 'burn it all down' media.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
3 things we want to see from Chelsea team sheet to help Blues break down Ipswich
We’ve just written about Enzo Maresca’s team sheet for this afternoon’s massive game against Ipswich as Chelsea battle for a top 5 place.In that piece we focused on three things we don’t want ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Trump has given BYD the edge over Tesla
Chinese carmaker’s absence from the US, once seen as a weakness, has turned into an assetFinancial Times - 23h -
Flick has Barcelona on cusp of return to European elite
Failing a collapse at Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday, Hansi Flick has Barcelona on track for the Champions League semi-finals and a return to the European elite after a rocky decade in ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Salah's extension 'has brought Egyptian people together'
Arabic football expert Mohamed Qoutb says the news of Mohamed Salah's contract extension at Liverpool has had a great impact in his native Egypt. The hot news in Egypt is always when Liverpool are ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Tottenham's 'ludicrous defending' has 'become a habit'
Former Premier League striker Dion Dublin has criticised Tottenham's "incredibly poor" defending and organisation against Wolves, which saw Ange Postecoglou's ship four goals and fall to their 17th ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Mavs' Harrison has 'no regrets' after Luka trade
Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison said he has "no regrets on the trade" that sent franchise cornerstone Luka Doncic to the Lakers. Instead, Harrison preached patience and the importance of ...ESPN - 19h -
The Brooklyn Stroll Club Has Brought Together Fathers in Search of Friendship
For fathers in search of friendship, a growing group has emerged: the Brooklyn Stroll Club.The New York Times - 4d -
A new transfer guard prospect has emerged for Michigan State basketball
A new name has looked like it has appeared on Michigan State's big board in the form of a Missouri State transfer shooting guardYahoo Sports - 2d -
I’m Googley-Eyed for the Walton Goggins Goggle Glasses
These off-piste snowboarding sunglasses give you a (very) little piece of that White Lotus mystique.Wired - 5d -
China is well positioned to weather Trump’s trade war
Five years of export controls have helped it get very good at making things without American technologyFinancial Times - 3d -
Authoritarian vs. authoritative: The difference between the 2 parenting styles, and which experts recommend to raise successful kids
The difference between authoritarian and authoritative parenting is stark and each have very different long and short-term effects on children.CNBC - 3d -
In U.S.- China Tariffs Standoff, Trump Showed Xi He Has Limits
Xi Jinping, who rules with absolute authority, has shown he is willing to let the Chinese people endure hardship. President Trump revealed he has limits.The New York Times - 3d -
Climate crisis has tripled length of deadly ocean heatwaves, study finds
Hotter seas supercharge storms and destroy critical ecosystems such as kelp forests and coral reefs. The climate crisis has tripled the length of ocean heatwaves, a study has found, supercharging ...The Guardian - 1d -
Stephen A. Smith says he has 'no choice' but to consider a run for president
Stephen A. Smith, Host of ESPN's "First Take," hammered the Democratic Party and suggested he has "no choice" but to consider a run for president.ABC News - 2d -
Apple has few incentives to start making iPhones in U.S.
President Donald Trump’s administration has been predicting its barrage of tariffs targeting China will push Apple into manufacturing the iPhone in the UABC News - 5d -
Trump Has Targeted Universities Like Harvard, Cornell, Columbia. Why?
President Trump has set his sights on defunding colleges, singling out some of the world’s wealthiest schools in what critics say is an attack on academic freedom.The New York Times - 22h -
Bernie Sanders surprises Coachella, warns fans against ignoring Trump: 'Turn away at your own peril'
Fresh off a packed rally in downtown L.A. that drew tens of thousands, Sanders (flanked by Congressman Maxwell Frost) spoke ahead of Clairo's Saturday night set.Los Angeles Times - 3d
