Spielberg, Spike Lee and Queen Latifah among standouts in US arts and humanities honored by Biden
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Spielberg, Spike Lee and Queen Latifah among standouts in US arts and humanities honored by Biden
President Joe Biden has honored acclaimed filmmakers, writers and others who have made their mark on American culture, awarding the prestigious National Medals of Arts and National Humanities ...2 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Business - Inc.
You Could Be Overlooking Human Skills in the Workplace
Technical chops are in demand, but some employees believe that companies aren’t putting enough emphasis on “human” skills like communication and collaboration.6 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Palestinians describe being used as ‘human shields’ by Israeli troops in Gaza
Detainees say they were sent into unexplored houses and tunnels before soldiers, in violation of Geneva conventions. Middle East crisis – live updates After they burned down his family home in ...16 hours ago - Israel -
Politics - The Hill
Biden to honor Steven Spielberg, Spike Lee, Ken Burns with National Medals of Arts
President Biden will present the 2022 and 2023 National Medals of Arts (NEA) on Monday to a group that includes rapper Melissa “Missy” Elliot, film directors Steven Spielberg and Spike Lee, ...8 hours ago - Joe Biden -
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Children greet King Charles III and Queen Camilla outside a Sydney church
King Charles III and Queen Camilla have been greeted by children outside a Sydney church in their first public appearance of their Australian visitYesterday - United Kingdom -
Business - Financial Times
In search of art without an argument
Why artists are so often banal or strident in their treatment of politics2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Biden urges Western allies to keep aiding Ukraine during meeting with Europe leaders before election
U.S. President Joe Biden told European partners that it’s important for Ukraine’s Western allies to “sustain our resolve” in supporting the country3 days ago - Joe Biden -
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King and Queen greeted by light show on Australia tour
The visit to Australia is the biggest international trip by the King since his cancer diagnosis.3 days ago - United Kingdom -
Sports - ESPN
ALCS, NLCS takeaways: Guardians win thriller over Yankees; Dodgers rout Mets
Here's your one-stop shop after all of MLB's final four teams took the field today.3 days ago - MLB -
World - The Guardian
Trump speaks at Al Smith dinner after Harris during rally ridicules ‘father of IVF’ claim – US politics live
Donald Trump receives warm response and criticises lack of personal appearance by Kamala Harris, who spotlights reproductive rights during rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Don’t miss important US ...4 days ago - Donald Trump -
Top stories - NBC News
The evolutionary history of humans' ability to eat starch
How humans developed the ability to digest starch: A study offers insight into the evolution of amylase genes, which are key to breaking down some carbs.4 days ago -
Business - CNBC
FBI arrests Alabama man for SEC X hack that spiked price of bitcoin
Eric Council Jr. is accused of conspiracy in the hack of the Securities and Exchange Commission X account that tweeted a false claim about bitcoin.4 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Onetime art adviser to actor Leonardo DiCaprio, among others, pleads guilty in $6.5 million fraud
An art adviser who once counted actor Leonardo DiCaprio among her wealthy clients has pleaded guilty to wire fraud4 days ago -
World - ABC News
Violence spikes in Syria's opposition-held northwest, killing civilians and striking infrastructure
A U.N. official has said he is “alarmed” by escalating violence in Syria’s opposition-held northwest in recent days, including airstrikes that hit near a food distribution site for displaced ...4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Arrest made in SEC hack resulting in bitcoin price spike
The FBI arrested an Alabama man Thursday in connection with the January hack of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) account on social platform X that briefly caused the price of bitcoin ...4 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Biden, Obama, Clinton honor Ethel Kennedy
A memorial was held Wednesday in Washington, D.C., for Ethel Kennedy, widow of Robert F. Kennedy and matriarch of the Kennedy family, who died last week at the age of 96. President Biden delivered ...5 days ago - Joe Biden -
World - The Guardian
Harris faces Fox News grilling as Trump stands by false claims about immigrants eating pet – US elections live
Vice-president’s interview with rightwing channel airs just hours after her Pennsylvania rally with senior Republicans. Don’t miss important election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for ...5 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Biden, Obama, Clinton honor Ethel Kennedy at memorial service
President Biden and former Presidents Obama and Clinton on Wednesday made a rare showing together at a memorial service to honor the late Ethel Kennedy. Biden, who gave the final eulogy at the ...5 days ago - Joe Biden -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Pro wrestling pound-for-pound rankings: Who are the real kings and queens of the ring?
Who are the real kings and queens of the ring? From WWE to AEW, Uncrowned debuts its pound-for-pound rankings to determine the top men and women in pro wrestling.5 days ago -
Science - The New York Times
Bumblebee Queens Prefer to Live in a Toxic Home
In an elaborate experiment, scientists discovered that the insects chose to hibernate in soil full of pesticides and other poisons.5 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - The Guardian
The Diamondbacks are facing a climate problem. They aren’t alone among US sports teams
As the threats of climate change continue to become realities in new and sometimes terrifying ways, more and more teams and leagues will have to address the problem. The Arizona Diamondbacks have a ...5 days ago - Climate -
Entertainment - ABC News
Hunter Biden revives lawsuit against Fox News over explicit images used in streaming series
Hunter Biden is reviving a lawsuit that accuses Fox News of illegally publishing explicit images of him as part of a streaming series6 days ago - Joe Biden -
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Van Halen tour nixed after David Lee Roth refuses to honor late Eddie Van Halen, brother says
A reunion tour for the legendary rock band Van Halen was axed because the group's lead singer, David Lee Roth, refused to pay tribute to the late Eddie Van Halen, his brother, Alex Van Halen, ...6 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
The Hunt Report: New Haven RB next up for a program that pumps out talent, plus other Division II standouts
You probably don't know these prospects, but NFL scouts sure do6 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
How the UN Human Rights Council promotes dictatorships over human rights
The UN Human Rights Council has elected some of the world's most oppressive regimes, including Qatar, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Ethiopia, to its membership, leading to a mockery of its ...6 days ago - United Nations -
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"Mornings Memory:" Behind the scenes of "Bridge of Spies" with Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks
In this Mornings Memory, we revisit Gayle King's 2015 interview with Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks about the making of "Bridge of Spies," the hit film that earned six Oscar nominations.6 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Tina Brown, the Queen of Legacy Media, Takes Her Diary to Substack
She made her name leading glossy magazines. Now she’s joining the newsletter flock.6 days ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - The New York Times
The Race to Plug a Breach in the Queens-Midtown Tunnel
A leak in the Queens-Midtown Tunnel and the race to plug it revealed the fragility of New York City’s aging transportation network.6 days ago - United Kingdom -
Sports - ESPN
Commanders lose standout DT Allen for season
Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen will sit out the rest of the season after tearing his left pectoral muscle Sunday.October 14 - NFL -
Entertainment - ABC News
Spike Lee's 1st trip, Michael Jordan's welcome to newcomers and more from basketball Hall of Fame
Spike Lee had a memorable first trip to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and Michael Jordan welcomed a couple newcomers to itOctober 14 -
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Spike Lee's 1st trip, Michael Jordan's welcome to newcomers and more from basketball Hall of Fame
Spike Lee had a memorable first trip to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and Michael Jordan welcomed a couple newcomers to itOctober 14 -
Top stories - The New York Times
How Israel’s Army Uses Palestinians as Human Shields in Gaza
Israeli soldiers and Palestinian former detainees say troops have regularly forced captured Gazans to carry out life-threatening tasks, including inside Hamas tunnels.October 14 - Israel -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
How a former football standout became wrestling's next big thing
A former college football standout turned NXT champion, Trick Williams is teetering on the edge of pro wrestling superstardom.October 14 -
Entertainment - ABC News
Billy Crystal and Spike Lee take their places at the Hall of Fame as basketball superfans
Honored for his devotion to a basketball team that doesn’t have a Hall of Fame history, Billy Crystal couldn’t help but note the ironyOctober 13 -
Sports - ABC News
Billy Crystal and Spike Lee take their places at the Hall of Fame as basketball superfans
Honored for his devotion to a basketball team that doesn’t have a Hall of Fame history, Billy Crystal couldn’t help but note the ironyOctober 13 -
Top stories - ABC News
WATCH: Special honor for NBA superfans
Jack Nicholson, Spike Lee, Billy Crystal and businessman Alan Horwitz have been inducted as superfans into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts.October 13 - NBA