Second to none: why Porto is my number one for a city break in Portugal

Second cities can be more welcoming and fun than capitals, perhaps nowhere more so than Porto, with its less manicured charm. If you walk along the south banks of the Douro River in Vila Nova de ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

Yomif Kejelcha breaks half-marathon world record by one second

Yomif Kejelcha finished strongly in the Spanish city of Valencia to set a time of 57 minutes, 30 seconds.

Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha breaks men's half-marathon world record by one second

Ethiopian runner Yomif Kejelcha made every second count as he broke the men’s half-marathon record by just one second

Sports - ABC News - October 27

'Second to none': How the Dodgers' top-down philosophy won them the title

The Fall Classic was billed as Ohtani vs. Judge. Turns out, it was an ensemble performance.

Sports - ESPN - October 31

Sabalenka replaces Swiatek as world number one

US Open champion Aryna Sabalenka rises to number one in the WTA rankings, ending Iga Swiatek's 11-month stay at the summit.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Is England's number one shirt in Hampton's hands?

Former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley explains why nothing is decided yet in Hannah Hampton's battle with Mary Earps to be first-choice for the Lionesses.

Australian businesses complain they are ‘public enemy number one’

Labor government adopts increasingly populist position ahead of general election due in May

World - Financial Times - October 28

‘I walked my kids to school like normal people’: Why ‘Today’ host Hoda Kotb left New York City

The 60-year-old TV host, who will be stepping down from her TV role, spoke out about her life-changing decision to leave her Upper West Side apartment.

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

Why House GOP women are struggling to grow their numbers

Republican women have grown frustrated as they've watched their gains in the chamber stagnate — and it seems likely they’ll see losses in 2025.

Politics - Politico - November 5

Decision 2024: Steve Kornacki on the state of the race 1 week out

With Election Day one week away, NBC’s Steve Kornacki joins TODAY to break down where the presidential race stands and what the path to 270 looks like for Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. He also ...

Politics - NBC News - October 29

Major Garrett breaks down the election numbers behind Trump's projected win

Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett examines the data behind Trump's projected win and looks at the key states and voter demographics that shaped the election outcome.

MWC commish: SJSU situation 'breaks my heart'

Mountain West commissioner Gloria Nevarez says the forfeitures that volleyball teams are willing to take to avoid playing San Jose State is "not what we celebrate in college athletics."

Sports - ESPN - October 18

Number of Young People Accused of Serious Crimes Surges in New York City

A 37 percent rise in the number of young people accused in serious crimes mirrors a broader increase. But it has alarmed the police, who say young offenders could grow up to break the law again.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 20

Nvidia is the ‘single most important company’ for investors. These numbers prove why.

Nvidia’s stock packs the ability to take big swings regularly, even as the company’s market cap has swelled enough to garner large weightings in indexes.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

87.5: Why it's time to panic for the Denver Nuggets | The Big Number

The Big Number this week is about Russell Westbrook, but it says much more about the Denver Nuggets' offense and championship window. Join Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine as they go through all the ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Trump’s Charity Toward None

The Catholic Church’s latest scandal: fawning over Donald.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 19

Why the US gave Trump a second term

Millions of Americans voted to give him a second chance - our North America editor Sarah Smith looks at why.

Why Trump is rallying in New York City

Former President Donald Trump held a rally Sunday at Madison Square Garden in New York City, even though he is not expected to win the state of New York. Robert Costa explains the reason for the ...

Why Are Cities Still Spending Big on Convention Centers?

Cities are spending more than ever to land the biggest events, but companies have long pulled back on spending for annual conferences and attendance has dwindled.

Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago

'It's my car - why should an under-21 not be allowed in it?'

Planned limits on newly qualified drivers has sparked a debate - the BBC hears from both sides.

A small blast in Myanmar's second-biggest city damages Chinese Consulate

The Chinese Consulate in Myanmar’s second-largest city has been slightly damaged by an explosive device

World - ABC News - October 19

'Astonishing!' - Shaw scores for Man City after 23 seconds

Khadija Shaw takes advantage of a mistake from Tottenham's Clare Hunt to put Manchester City ahead after only 23 seconds in their WSL clash.

Why a nemesis is one of life’s greatest gifts

An arch-enemy compels us to confront what we desire — not in another person, but for ourselves

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Why Harris Remains Unlikely to Break From Biden on Israel and Gaza

Her advisers say the empathy she has expressed for Palestinians as vice president should not be confused with any willingness to break from U.S. foreign policy toward Israel as a presidential ...

Top stories - The New York Times - October 18

Courteney Cox Has 3 Pieces of Advice for Entrepreneurs. Number 1? ‘Have a No Asshole Policy’

At the 2024 Inc. 5000 Conference, the ‘Friends’ actress and Homecourt founder offered frank advice to her fellow entrepreneurs.

Business - Inc. - October 17

New Utd boss Amorim: City job 'crossed my mind'

Rúben Amorim has admitted it "crossed his mind" that he could follow Sporting CP director of football Hugo Viana to Manchester City, but said he was only ever focused on becoming Manchester ...

Sports - ESPN - November 5

Trump-Aligned Group Is Poised to Be More Influential Than Project 2025

America First Policy Institute didn’t even exist four years ago. But it is poised to be more influential than Project 2025.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

'The second special one' - Amorim by those who know him best

Friends and former colleagues of Ruben Amorim talk to BBC Sport about the new Manchester United head coach who will replace Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.

Pakistan thrash Australia by nine wickets: second men’s one-day international

Pakistan win game two by nine wickets with 141 balls to spare ODI series now level 1-1 with the decider in Perth on Sunday The Pakistan left-armer stops the attacking Australia opener in his ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

Autumn in New York Has Been the One of the City’s Driest Ever

It’s been 29 days since Central Park has seen measurable rain.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Six cities, one question: is China’s property market turning a corner?

From Shanghai to Guangzhou and Beijing to Foshan, buyers and agents voice concerns ahead of next phase of stimulus

World - Financial Times - November 5

One of Manchester City’s Best Players Said the Team Is in ‘a Dark Place’

The Premier League champions’ recent results offer cause for concern.

Sports - The New York Times - November 6

The Fantasy Football Numbers Do Lie: Why Deebo Samuel's WR33 rank is deceiving

Dalton Del Don identifies some of fantasy football's most-deceiving stats ... including Deebo Samuel's rank as the WR33 on the season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7

Scotland v Portugal: Nations League – live

Nations League updates from the 7.45pm BST kick-off Live scoreboard | Read Football Daily | And mail Scott 3 min: Nuno Mendes’ poor backpass allows McTominay to break into the Portugal ...

World - The Guardian - October 15

Prince Harry and Meghan ‘buy new property in Portugal’

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have bought a property in Portugal, it has been claimed.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

Portugal’s Opposition to Let Minority Government’s Budget Pass

World - Yahoo News - October 17

One last collapse in my final Test as correspondent - Agnew

Jonathan Agnew ends his time as BBC cricket correspondent reflecting on another England collapse as the tourists fall to a 2-1 series defeat in Pakistan.

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