The Doofus Problem in Democracies, Ancient and Modern
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The Guardian - World
Jurriën Timber proving to be answer to Arsenal’s left-back problem
Dutchman has returned from long layoff to improve Mikel Arteta’s side and full-back spot is now his to lose . By Ben McAleer for WhoScored . Jurriën Timber is making up for lost time. The ...1 hour ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
How Israel Built a Modern-Day Trojan Horse: Exploding Pagers
The Israeli government did not tamper with the Hezbollah devices that exploded, defense and intelligence officials say. It manufactured them as part of an elaborate ruse.5 hours ago - Israel -
The New York Times - World
How Israel Built a Modern-Day Trojan Horse: Exploding Pagers
The Israeli government did not tamper with the Hezbollah phones that exploded, defense and intelligence officials say. It manufactured them as part of an elaborate ruse.8 hours ago - Israel -
CBS Sports - Sports
Titans' Will Levis has 'no problem' with Brian Callahan's yelling during loss to Jets
Levis knows that he needs to do better9 hours ago - NFL -
GameSpot - Tech
How To Unlock Season 6 Weapon Attachments In CoD: Modern Warfare 3 And Warzone
Season 6 is live in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone , and in addition to all the spooky Halloween-themed content , the update also includes three new weapon attachments: the XTEN ...11 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
France’s Budget Problems ‘Very Serious,’ Prime Minister Says
The French government, which missed a deadline this week to show how it would cut its debt and deficit, is struggling to meet fiscal requirements set by the E.U.13 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Springfield grapples with false pet-eating rumours - and real problems
Locals say they are facing serious issues with housing, jobs and harassment, even though pet-eating rumours are false.13 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
What's behind Julio Rodríguez's down year (at least by his standards)? Three problems for Mariners slugger
Scott Servais called him 'a young superstar maturing' in spring training. That hasn't quite worked out so far14 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Pro Football Hall of Fame announces 167 modern-era players nominated for Class of 2025
Sixteen players are in their first year of eligibility15 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Trump Tries to Close Off a Chief Line of Attack: That He’s a Danger to Democracy
Donald Trump has tried to link Democrats’ charge that he poses a “threat to democracy” to threats on his life. Meanwhile, he has heightened his own attacks on his rivals.15 hours ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Health
An ancient African tree is providing a new 'superfood' but local harvesters are barely surviving
The baobab tree is known as the “tree of life” and its fruit is feeding a growing global market for natural food and beauty products16 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Cancer deaths have declined 33% in 30 years, but alcohol is still a major problem
The latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research also found a 24% decline in the overall cancer death rate for children and adolescents.17 hours ago -
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ABC News - World
An ancient African tree is providing a new 'superfood' yet local harvesters are barely surviving
The baobab tree is known as the “tree of life,” and its fruit is feeding a growing global market for natural food and beauty products21 hours ago -
Inc. - Business
Instagram’s Latest Change Is Supposed to Make Teens Safer. It’s About to Create an Even Bigger Problem
Private accounts and messaging restrictions don't solve the biggest problems with social platforms.22 hours ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
‘Modern Love Podcast’: Gillian Anderson Wants to Hear Your Sexiest Fantasies
The actor’s new book shares sexual fantasies from anonymous women around the world.23 hours ago -
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The Guardian - World
The rise of Britishcore: 100 experiences that define and unite modern Britons
Forget the pomp and pageantry. As people worldwide are now discovering, the UK was built on crisp sarnies, trips to B&Q and that age-old question: Corrie or EastEnders?. In the past month or so, ...Yesterday -
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BBC News - Top stories
Climate change is turbo-charging Somalia’s problems - but there's still hope
Despite facing a catastrophic combination of flooding and conflict, there is optimism in the African country - as climate editor Justin Rowlatt discovers.Yesterday - Climate -
The Hill - Politics
The West must stand with Georgia in the fight for democracy
To guarantee a brighter European future for the people of Georgia, it is vital for the international community to help guarantee truly free and fair electionsYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Lemon on CNN says Trump should 'stop threatening democracy'
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon returned to the network Tuesday for an interview on "OutFront" with Erin Burnett, in which he said former President Trump’s hate-filled comments are fueling violence ...Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Financial Times - Business
Vanguard experiment in shareholder democracy finds investors prefer to defer
Nearly half of participants in pilot programme allowed to vote their shares chose to let the asset manager do it for themYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
83 percent of young adults are worried about state of US democracy
The vast majority of young adults say they are worried about the state of U.S. democracy, according to a poll published Tuesday by the Sine Institute for Policy and Politics at American University. ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
After the Huw Edwards scandal – and all the others – we must have a BBC fit for the modern age | Jane Martinson
The former presenter’s crimes are his responsibility, but the corporation must change so its stars can never again abuse their power. Disgraced, convicted and now sentenced , a chapter has closed: ...Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Dedicated artists are keeping Japan's ancient craft of temari alive
Time seems to stop at Eiko Araki's studio in JapanYesterday - Japan -
The Guardian - World
Vimal Yoganathan: ‘I can’t remember any Tamil players growing up. It’s a problem’
Barnsley’s trailblazer is determined to show what he can do, starting against Manchester United in the Carabao Cup. Vimal Yoganathan was eight years from being born when Barnsley last visited Old ...2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
NFL Week 3 Power Rankings: Chiefs are 2-0, but there are some concerns
The Chiefs have two narrow wins and some key injuries.2 days ago - NFL -
Financial Times - World
Kamala Harris’s Nevada problem: ‘Everything is more expensive’
Donald Trump is winning support among the Las Vegas service workers who could decide the US election2 days ago - Kamala Harris -
ABC News - World
Democracy declined for 8th straight year around the globe, institute finds
An organization promoting democracy says last year had the worst decline in credible elections and parliamentary oversight in almost a half-century2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Titan submersible hearing reveals multiple problems before disaster
The Coast Guard’s Marine Board of Investigation began two weeks of testimony from former employees of OceanGate, the company that operated the Titan submersible, with investigators outlining ...2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Amazon is selling a ton of toilet paper and everyday items. Here’s why that’s a problem for investors
People are ordering more everyday items like paper towels on Amazon. That is hitting its top and bottom lines.2 days ago