Tales of infanticide have stoked hatred of Jews for centuries. They echo still today | Howard Jacobson
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World - The New York Times
The U.K. Has a More Working-Class Cabinet. It’s Still Seen as Out of Touch.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s top team contains more lawmakers from poor backgrounds, and fewer from elite schools, than any in recent memory. Voters haven’t noticed.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Stokes doubtful for first Test against Pakistan
England captain Ben Stokes is a doubt for the first Test against Pakistan in Multan as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury.2 days ago - Pakistan -
Business - Financial Times
Battery storage funds have gone flat for investors
Rollout of clean energy technology has been fraught2 days ago -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
European IPO Revival Still Lags Behind U.S.
Europe’s market for initial public offerings got off to a lively start in the fourth quarter, winding down a better year for new listings, though levels continue to lag the average and trail the U.S.2 days ago - Europe -
Science - The New York Times
Researchers Find Cannibalized Victim of 19th-Century Arctic Voyage
A new study offers clues to a 179-year-old mystery that killed more than 100 explorers on the Franklin expedition in the Canadian Arctic.2 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
The Pandemic Small Business Boom Is Still Helping to Fuel the Economy
A record surge in new businesses has helped drive job growth, and could have longer-term benefits.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
A brutal year and a tale of two Israels: the one that is feared and the one that is fearful | Jonathan Freedland
There is a yawning gap between how the world sees Israel and how Israelis see themselves. If only each could see through the other’s eyes. You’ll be ahead of me on this one. By the time you read ...2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
We may have passed peak obesity
Weight loss drugs appear to be having an effect at the population level2 days ago -
World - ABC News
Dunedin, New Zealand, records its wettest day in a century as flooding cuts the city off by road
The New Zealand city of Dunedin is cut off by road due to flooding after recording its wettest day in more than a century2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
After freeing a man who spent half a century on death row, will Japan keep using the death penalty?
Police fabricated key evidence that led to the conviction of Iwao Hakamada in 1968, but capital punishment still has popular support. By any reasonable legal measure, Iwao Hakamada should not ...2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'We will fight' - Ten Hag still defiant but is Man Utd boss on brink?
Erik ten Hag remains defiant after his side's dramatic draw at Porto but is the Manchester United boss still on the brink?2 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Fantasy Baseball Today: Projections for Shea Langeliers and a glimpse at the 2025 catcher position, more
Plus, find out why Sean Murphy still warrants consideration as a No. 2 catcher2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Can I Still Use an Expired Covid Test?
The expiration date listed on the box might not be accurate. Here’s what to know.2 days ago - Covid -
Business - Inc.
Some AI Assistants Have This Big Flaw. They Talk Too Much
Don’t share your company’s dirty laundry with an AI assistant. Despite privacy and safety controls, the tech sometimes “leaks” confidential information.2 days ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Diablo 4: Vessel Of Hatred - All New Uniques And Mythic Uniques
Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred and its 2.0 update bring huge changes to the ARPG, ranging from a complete difficulty revamp, massive class adjustments, the return of features like Mercenaries and ...2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Lionel Messi, despite missing half of the MLS season, is still the clear MVP
Lionel Messi's unprecedented MVP candidacy challenges the history of U.S. pro sports, but his transformative impact for Inter Miami is undeniable.2 days ago - MLS -
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times
Review: 'The Outrun,' Saoirse Ronan tale of alcoholism and rehab, feels more like montage than movie
Saoirse Ronan and the strong cast of 'The Outrun' can't quite save what could have been a gripping drama about a young woman's return home and first steps toward recovery.2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
MLB Wild Card Series Game 3: How to watch Milwaukee vs. New York today, game channels and more
Today is day 3 of the MLB Wild Card Series; here's how to watch the Mets vs. Brewers.2 days ago - MLB -
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 ...3 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Jobless claims inch higher, but still no sign of major U.S. layoffs
The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits last week rose slightly to a minuscule 225,000, confirming that layoffs remain surprisingly low even though many companies have pulled ...3 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 cash3 days ago - Kamala Harris -
Tech - GameSpot
Shigeru Miyamoto Isn't Credited On Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom, A First For The Series
Zelda creator Shigeru Miyamoto has slowly withdrawn from active game development as the years go by, but The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom may mark a major step in that journey as the first ...3 days ago -
Tech - Wired
Bird Flu Fears Stoke the Race for an mRNA Flu Vaccine
Researchers have been working on mRNA flu vaccines since before the Covid-19 pandemic, but we may get one for bird flu first.3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Around-the-world cruise still waiting to say 'au revoir' to Belfast
Villa Vie Residences' Odyssey set sail on Monday but it has yet to leave Northern Ireland waters.3 days ago -
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 rebound3 days ago - Europe -
Health - The New York Times
Trump Promised to Release His Medical Records. He Still Won’t Do It.
If elected again, he would become the oldest president by the end of his term. Yet he is refusing to disclose even basic health information.3 days ago - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Do we still need vice presidential debates?
Very few people make their voting decisions based on the vice-presidential candidate. So why do we bother?3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Why do so many LGBTQ+ people still have to snatch moments of affection when we know others aren’t looking? | Sophie Wilkinson
When less than half of us feel safe holding our partner’s hand in public, true equality is still out of reach. You can’t move for representations of LGBTQ+ people now, apparently. There are many of ...3 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.3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
How to watch cricket in the US: Where to stream the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup today
It's time for the Women's ICC T20 World Cup. Are you ready to watch some cricket?3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
A passionate tale starring Lady Gaga
Club singer Ally falls for country star Jackson, but his alcoholism derails their careers.September 24