The Art of Uncertainty by David Spiegelhalter — the role luck plays in our lives
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What We Learned From a Dramatic M.L.B. Wild-Card Round
Under the current playoff format, sweeps have been the norm, but home teams have largely lost their series.29 minutes ago -
Sports - The New York Times
N.F.L. Players Are Open to Playing an 18th Game, With Some Conditions
It seems like a matter of when, and not if, we see an expansion of the schedule, a columnist for The Athletic writes.29 minutes ago - NFL -
Politics - The Hill
Biden's oil comment injects uncertainty into gas prices
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Biden's oil comment injects uncertainty into gas prices Oil prices increased this week after President Biden suggested Israel may ...4 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Top stories - The New York Times
Arts District, Decades in the Making, in Ruins After Helene
The hurricane damaged an estimated 80 percent of the buildings in the River Arts District of Asheville, N.C., and upended the lives of artists who had recast the city as a cultural force.5 hours ago -
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Sources: Lauren Holiday in line for Courage role
Former World Cup champion Lauren Holiday is expected to play "a very active role" with the North Carolina Courage, should the sale of the team to Marc Lasry's Avenue Capital Group be finalized, ...5 hours ago -
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LeBron James to miss Lakers preseason opener for 'rest' but expected to play this weekend
James plans to play in L.A.'s second preseason game against the Suns5 hours ago - NBA -
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Athletics GM David Forst claims payroll will increase this offseason as team relocates to Sacramento
The A's had the lowest Opening Day payroll in MLB last season and have no guaranteed money on the books5 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Haley Joel Osment Wants To Play Link In The Zelda Movie
Nintendo and Sony are teaming up to make a live-action Legend of Zelda movie, and actor Haley Joel Osment wants to be in it. In a new interview, Osment said he's been a fan of the series since he ...6 hours ago - Entertainment -
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Patrick Ewing returns to the New York Knicks in the new role of basketball ambassador
Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing is returning to the New York Knicks in the newly created position of basketball ambassador8 hours ago - New York -
Business - Inc.
Asheville’s Tourist-Friendly River Arts District Battered by Floods
Breweries, galleries and restaurants beloved by visitors are in ruins, and their owners fear the area may not recover.8 hours ago -
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Fantasy Football: Our biggest draft mistakes in 2024
Fantasy football analyst Scott Pianowski takes a look back at some of his biggest regrets in 2024 drafts.9 hours ago - Fantasy Football -
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Mansion of mysticism: Paris opens glittering home to Sufi art and beliefs
Featuring peacock-shaped padlocks and a holographic Sufi master, a new museum explores the religion’s influence on Western culture – and leaves visitors wondering how the giant begging bowls were ...11 hours ago -
Tech - GameSpot
Metal Gear's David Hayter Seemingly Teasing New Performance As Snake
It's been a long time since voice actor David Hayter stepped into the role of Snake. For years, the character had been voiced by David Hayter, who became synonymous with the role. Though Kiefer ...12 hours ago -
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Yahoo Sports AM: Alonso plays the hero
In today's edition: Alonso's blast sends the Mets to the NLDS, the Falcons win a thriller, Ashton Jeanty's Heisman case, MJ vs. NASCAR, the NHL and NFL go abroad, and more.13 hours ago -
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Asheville's vibrant arts scene powered its economy — now much of it lies in ruins
“My entire portfolio is in the river somewhere,” one artist said after floodwaters from Hurricane Helene destroyed over a dozen local studios in the city's River Arts District.16 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Harris is playing it safe. Some Democrats worry that could doom her campaign.
Even as polling shows the presidential race is a tossup, Vice President Kamala Harris has been running with a measure of risk aversion that some Democratic strategists and activists worry has ...16 hours ago -
Politics - NBC News
Harris is playing it safe. Some Democrats worry that could doom her campaign.
Even as polling shows the presidential race is a tossup, Vice President Kamala Harris has been running with a measure of risk aversion that some Democratic strategists and activists worry has ...16 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Why Eric Adams Is Nothing Like David Dinkins
Facing a raft of corruption charges, New York’s second Black mayor is flattering himself by invoking the fate of its first.16 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura and the chess elite now playing in London
Eight of the world top 12 are competing in the Global Chess League at Friends House, Euston, from 3-12 October, with spectator tickets bookable online. There is a unique opportunity to watch the ...18 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
The ransomware battle is shifting — so should our response
Billions of dollars are being lost each year and critical infrastructure is coming under threat21 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
The Art of Uncertainty by David Spiegelhalter — the role luck plays in our lives
A new book from the eminent statistician shifts from trivial issues of probability to the risk of getting cancer21 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Tory leadership rivals flag Cleverly’s role in Chagos islands ‘retreat’
Former foreign secretary has momentum ahead of key MPs’ vote next week21 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
From pub job and PlayStation to writing an award-winning play
Nathan Queeley-Dennis's debut play is following Fleabag and Baby Reindeer from stage to screen.23 hours ago -
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David Skinns opens with a 60 to lead Sanderson Farms Championship
David Skinns of England has come inches away from a 59Yesterday -
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Hammond cleared to play for undefeated Pitt
Pittsburgh running back Rodney Hammond will be available on Saturday when the unbeaten Panthers open Atlantic Coast Conference play against North Carolina.Yesterday -
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LeBron, AD will play in early preseason games
Lakers head coach JJ Redick says LeBron James and Anthony Davis will play in this weekend's preseason games.Yesterday -
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 ...Yesterday - Israel -
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Mortgage rates rise amid geopolitical tensions and uncertainty over future Fed cuts
The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging 6.12%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.Yesterday - Mortgage -
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Travis Kelce trades football cleats for scrubs in 'Grotesquerie' acting debut
Travis Kelce made his acting debut Wednesday night in episode 3 of Ryan Murphy’s show, “Grotesquerie."Yesterday -
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How To Watch the MLB Division Series: how to stream, who's playing and more
The MLB's American League and National League Division Series begin on Oct. 5; find out who's playing and how to watch now.Yesterday - MLB -
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 ...Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
Giuliani's daughter: ‘The biggest threat to our country is Trump’
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani's (R) daughter said she thinks the biggest threat to America is former President Trump. Caroline Giuliani has spoken out in recent days about her father’s ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
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Mornings Memory: President George H.W. Bush plays tennis with Pete Sampras
In today's "Mornings Memory," we flash back to 1990 when President George H.W. Bush took a break from budget negotiations by hitting the tennis court. His opponent? None other than tennis legend ...Yesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
Our Housing Crisis Has Its Roots in the Financial Crisis
Well-meaning regulations and reforms intended to prevent another financial crisis has pushed millions of affordable homes out of the reach of everyday buyers and into the coffers of investors.Yesterday -
Business - Inc.
The Art of Leading a Team Smarter Than You
Mastering leadership when your team outshines you in expertise.Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
What is Alex Van Pelt's role in Patriots' offensive struggles?
Alex Van Pelt doesn't have much to work with, but is there more he can do to boost the Patriots' offense? Phil Perry explains.2 days ago - NFL -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
An Art Installation She Called Home on the Upper East Side
The artist Apryl Miller is selling her colorful, full-floor apartment at 188 East 76th Street for $8.75 million. Psychedelic chairs and couches sold separately.September 20