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Top stories - The New York Times
‘Rust’ Western Will Premiere in Europe 3 Years After Fatal Shooting
After the Alec Baldwin movie turned into the scene of a tragedy with the death of its cinematographer, the film will debut next month at a festival that celebrates cinematography.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Britain to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius ending years of dispute
Agreement to hand back UK’s last African colony follows 13 rounds of negotiations and international pressure. The UK has agreed to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, ending years of bitter ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
France’s 31-year treasure hunt for a buried owl statue finally ends
Conclusion of search launched by 1993 picture puzzle book leaves chouetteurs with mixed emotions. Somewhere in France, a small statuette of a bird in flight has emerged from the soil in which it ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Asteroid that eradicated dinosaurs not a one-off, say scientists
Scans of underwater crater in West Africa suggest another large asteroid smashed into the planet around the same time. The massive asteroid that brought about the end of the reign of the dinosaurs ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
What atrocity would Israel have to commit for our leaders to break their silence? | Owen Jones
To avenge 7 October, crimes of all kinds are condoned. But politicians should take note: the British public disagrees. Consider these two parallel universes. One is Gaza, the scene of some of the ...2 days ago - Israel -
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World - The Guardian
Boris Johnson insists he would have won July election in new book
Former PM’s memoir Unleashed argues he was victim of ‘witch-hunt’ and lockdown parties broke no rules. Boris Johnson has insisted he would have won another election if he had not been forced from ...2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Voters in 13 states have less than a week to register. When is your deadline?
The 2024 presidential election is fast approaching, and in some states, the voter registration deadline is as soon as this week.2 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
New NFL kickoff rules: Have they increased return rates and player safety so far?
Here's what we've learned after seeing the dramatic new special teams rules in action for a month.2 days ago - NFL -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Why has Jahan Dotson been a complete non-factor so far?
After watching Parris Campbell and John Ross compete for the 3rd outside receiver spot all summer, Howie Roseman knew it wasn't enough. So he shipped a 3rd-round pick to Washington for Jahan Dotson ...2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Solanke gets first England call-up in seven years
Dominic Solanke's first and only England cap came in 2017 against Brazil at Wembley.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
David Gilmour: ‘The rich and powerful have siphoned off the majority of music industry money’
As he tours new album Luck and Strange, the Pink Floyd guitarist answers your questions on spirituality, Kate Bush – and reconciliation with Roger Waters. The Division Bell is my favourite ...2 days ago -
Tech - VentureBeat
Moonray Studio unveils Web3 mobile Autobattler for next year
Multiplayer battle arena game Moonray Studio announced its mobile Autobattler game is coming in the first quarter of 2025.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Chagos Islanders have fought a long and determined campaign for right to return
Hopes occasionally soared only to be dashed as legal challenges came and went until a critical judgment in 2019. The view from the decaying jetty on the atoll of Peros Banhos takes in a vast lagoon ...2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Remains of teen U.S. soldiers killed in WWII identified 80 years later
U.S. Army Sgt. Jack Zarifian and U.S. Army Private Rodger D. Andrews were both 19 when they died in combat in Europe.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Tottenham’s Dominic Solanke recalled by England but Harry Maguire left out
27-year-old striker in squad to face Greece and Finland Manchester United defender missed Euros with injury Dominic Solanke has been recalled to the England squad by Lee Carsley, seven years ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Ghana to exit default after two years with debt restructuring
Deal to reduce Accra’s debt load by nearly $5bn could pave the way for return to markets2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
Is Kamala Harris having a breakthrough with voters on the economy?
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump races through Texas oil country in bid to raise cash2 days ago - Kamala Harris -
Top stories - CBS News
Russia gains ground in Ukraine, adopting new tactics in war's 3rd year
Russia is relying on new tactics to gain ground in Ukraine, with the continuation of U.S. support uncertain as the war grinds on.2 days ago - Ukraine -
World - Financial Times
Eurozone house prices rise for first time in more than a year
Annual increase of 1.3% in second quarter points to gradual recovery of region’s housing market2 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
Broncos out to snap 8-game losing streak to Raiders who have long overcome distractions vs. Denver
The Las Vegas Raiders may be dealing with Davante Adams' situation but they've gotten pretty good at dealing with drama and still beating the Denver Broncos over the last few seasons2 days ago -
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Business - MarketWatch
European car makers have hit a low point, Barclays says
Barclays analysts said the problems facing European car makers in China have been factored in, meaning they could now be set for a rebound2 days ago - Europe -
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Business - Inc.
This Chart Explains Why the Stock Market Looks Healthier Than It’s Been in Years
An unusually large number of individual stocks in the S&P 500 surged in the third quarter, signaling a robust bull market.2 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Body of mother of 4 who's been missing for nearly 6 months discovered in wooded area
The body of a mother of four children missing for nearly six months has been found in a wooded area in Missouri, authorities confirmed.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Young people most likely to have poor mental health
One in nine people in Scotland reported having a mental health condition - more than double the figure for a decade ago.2 days ago -
Sports - ABC News
Feel-good parkruns have raced past their humble beginnings and now draw millions for fitness and fun
It's a weekly running race now held around the world2 days ago -
Tech - The Wall Street Journal
AI to Have Human-Level Abilities in a Few Years, SoftBank CEO Says
Masayoshi Son reiterated his bullish forecasts for artificial intelligence in a speech that stressed advances made by OpenAI.2 days ago - Artificial Intelligence -
Health - ABC News
Hurricanes like Helene are deadly when they strike and keep killing for years to come
A new study says hurricanes in the United States are hundreds of times deadlier in the long run than the government calculates3 days ago -