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The Guardian - World
Silk Roads review – mesmerising show turns world history upside down
British Museum, London Following China’s epic ancient trade routes through fabulous oases, desert palaces and burial mounds will radically change the way you feel about borders. Not many ...4 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Watch: Aerial footage shows flooding on major road
The road is closed in both directions and a diversion is in place.8 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
Ban sought for Chinese, Russian tech used in autonomous vehicles on US roads
The U.S. Commerce Department is seeking a ban on the sale of connected and autonomous vehicles in the U.S. that are equipped with Chinese and Russian software and hardware with the stated goal of ...9 hours ago - Russia -
ABC News - Entertainment
Book Review: 'America First' is a resonant history of FDR's fight against isolationist movement
In “America First: Roosevelt vs Lindbergh in the Shadow of War,” historian H11 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Book Review: ‘Intermezzo,’ by Sally Rooney
Her new novel, “Intermezzo,” considers love in its various permutations.13 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story review – exhausting horror show
Ryan Murphy’s follow-up to Netflix hit Dahmer tells a compelling true story but grabby moments and high class acting can’t save an overlong and repetitive relitigation. Back in the tabloid-crazed ...13 hours ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
Banned Books Week starts with mixed messages as reports show challenges both up and down
Two new reports provide a mixed but compelling outlook on the wave of book removals and challenges as the annual Banned Books Week begins for schools, stores and libraries nationwide13 hours ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
The trans 'Will & Grace' is here, and it's a Netflix road movie starring Will Ferrell
With 'Will & Harper,' the 'SNL' star and his friend Harper Steele face a new twist on an old challenge in LGBTQ+ representation: How to educate cis viewers without alienating trans ones.17 hours ago - Netflix -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
How Food Critic Keith Lee Reviews Restaurants
The restaurant reviewer Keith Lee tastes takeout dishes in his car, and sometimes offends whole cities in the process.18 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Putin Is Hunting Down Ordinary People All Over the World
It’s not just opposition figures who are caught in the Kremlin’s dragnet.21 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Michigan, Miami and Colorado all turned the clock back in Week 4
For all the change college football has brought, Week 4 gave us a little bit of a throwback.Yesterday -
Wired - Tech
18 Best Fitness Trackers (2024), Tested and Reviewed
Whether you’re skiing in the backcountry or trampolining in the backyard, we have an activity tracker for you.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Harris Cracked Down on Violent Offenders; Showed Leniency on Less Serious Crime
Her record as a prosecutor navigating both paths has left her open to criticism that she either betrayed liberal ideals or prioritized them over law and order.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Pearl Jam's Jeff Ament and Eddie Vedder on the road
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. Lead singer Eddie Vedder and bassist Jeff Ament talk about success, ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
On the road with Pearl Jam
Since their debut nearly 35 years ago, Pearl Jam has been one of the world's most popular and influential rock groups. They've produced 12 studio albums (including their latest, "Dark Matter"), ...Yesterday -
The New York Times - Top stories
Daniel J. Evans, 98, Washington State Governor Who Went to Senate, Dies
A moderate Republican, he championed education, civil rights and environmental causes as a three-term governor and on Capitol Hill. He was eyed as a potential vice president.Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
DNC Chair Jaime Harrison optimistic about turning Florida blue
Both Miami-Dade and Broward counties went for President Biden in 2020, while former President Donald Trump won the state by about three percentage points that year.2 days ago - Florida -
BBC News - Top stories
Mysterious hate letters turn quiet village to 'poison'
The anonymous letters are described as “personal, obscene and targeted.”2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Nvidia’s stock has room to run — but analysts see more upside for 6 other chip makers
Analysts predict Micron’s stock could nearly double from here, while Marvell and AMD are other favored plays.2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
How this 'Bachelor' star turned reality TV fame into a small influencer fortune
Mari Pepin, a previous contestant from ABC's "The Bachelor" franchise, tells CNBC about the financial side of reality TV stardom.2 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
After their son is murdered by a neo-Nazi, a family turns grief into hope
Blaze Bernstein was stabbed to death by Sam Woodward in what prosecutors called a hate crime. More than six painful years later, Blaze's parents are honoring his memory.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Donor from ‘down the road’ saved my life after global search
Alison Belsham, from Newport, was twice diagnosed with leukaemia but is now cancer-free.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
The Papers: 'Labour U-turn on freebies' and 'Fayed was a monster'
Saturday's headlines include the Labour donations saga and comments from lawyers representing Mohamed Al Fayed's rape accusers.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
The history of the power lunch, without men
In the golden age of midday hedonism, some sisters were doing it for themselves2 days ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Man believed to be witness now arrested for murder in apparent road rage shooting
A man initially interviewed as a witness at the scene of a murder has now been arrested in the alleged road rage slaying, authorities in Texas announced.3 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Can Nike veteran Elliott Hill turn ‘the swoosh’ around?
A popular insider has been recalled to try to make the world’s biggest sportswear maker cool again3 days ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
4 new broadcast dramas, reviewed: Our critic on which shows are worth your time
Four dramas. Four networks. 'Matlock,' 'High Potential,' 'Brilliant Minds' and 'Rescue: HI-Surf' showcase the variety, and the ongoing appeal, of broadcast television.3 days ago -
Inc. - Business
A Vital Incubator Fund Turns 20 During Fashion Week
The Council of Fashion Designers of America/Vogue Fashion Fund has launched renowned brands likeProenza Schouler and Thom Browne into the elite ranksof the fashion industry.3 days ago -
Los Angeles Times - Entertainment
Review: 'In the Summers' shows an evolving bond between divorced dad and his two daughters
Puerto Rican rapper and singer Residente steps up to a dramatic role playing a flawed father to two girls in a sensitive feature debut by Alessandra Lacorazza.3 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
Now That Rates Are Falling, Let’s Turn to Other Matters
The Federal Reserve has at last cut interest rates but our columnist points out a host of concerns that could weigh on financial markets.3 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Israel is known for carrying out high-profile assassinations. But are they an effective tactic?
From exploding letters in the 1960s to exploding pagers today, Israel has been tracking down its enemies in covert operations for decades. But the hits often yield only temporary gains.3 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
A huge NASA contract has sent Intuitive Machines’ stock skyrocketing. This analyst sees even more upside.
Intuitive Machines is “the leading beneficiary of NASA’s lunar commercialization efforts,” says B. Riley Securities analyst Mike Crawford.3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Study shows Taylor Swift's endorsement may turn off voters Harris needs
Swift’s endorsement of Harris may make some previously undecided voters decide to stay home.3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Sky Glass customers complain as TVs won't turn on
The company has apologised to Sky Glass and Sky Stream customers encountering issues.3 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Fussy eating in children largely down to genetics, research shows
Pickiness ‘not down to parenting’ and peaks at seven years old, according to study. Parents who find themselves exasperated by their child’s fussy eating, take heart: the refusal to tuck into a ...3 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
An Artist Turns Detritus of Ghana’s Past Into Future Possibility
Installations of jute sacks or hospital beds have made Ibrahim Mahama a star. Back home, they’re fueling a bold vision.4 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
‘His Three Daughters’ Review: Sisters at Odds Together
Natasha Lyonne, Carrie Coon and Elizabeth Olsen play sisters who are caring for their dying father in this tender, funny family drama.4 days ago