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Learning to swim as an adult is terrifying, embarrassing and wonderful | Alexandra Hansen
Swimming has become addictive – the euphoria of being in the water, of overcoming something I never expected to overcome. More summer essentials I don’t know if I’ve always been afraid of ...The Guardian - 3h -
Tragedies highlight need for mental health checks for vets
Two military service members, Shamsud-Din Jabbar and Matthew Livelsberger, have been named as suspects in recent horrific acts, highlighting the need for mental health checks for veterans and ...The Hill - 4h -
Pope says bullying at school prepares students for war, not peace
"Imagining peace" lays foundation for "more just and fraternal world," he says.ABC News - 5h -
Valuable Life Lessons Jimmy Carter Taught at Sunday School
The former president drew massive crowds for bible school.Inc. - 5h -
Rashford (illness) to miss Liverpool clash
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford will miss Sunday's Premier League clash against leaders Liverpool at Anfield because of illness, head coach Ruben Amorim said.ESPN - 6h -
How the Democrats Lost the Working Class
The theory seemed sound: Stabilize financial markets, support the poor and promote a more secure, integrated world. But blue-collar workers were left behind.The New York Times - 7h -
Neil Young reverses decision on canceled Glastonbury performance
The 79-year-old rock legend said he'll perform at this year's Glastonbury festival after announcing earlier that he'd pulled out.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Remote Working Is Changing the Landscape of Entrepreneurship
New research from GoDaddy suggests that newcomers to a community tend to be more entrepreneurial.Inc. - 1d -
Boeing Adds More Surprise Quality Checks in Its Factories
The jet manufacturer outlines more than a dozen steps it has taken in recent months to address concerns about production issues.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
The Shame That Keeps Millions of Girls Out of School
Because of a lack of access to menstruation products, girls across Africa and Asia often stay home from school when they have their periods.The New York Times - 10h -
Anger over changes to school curriculum exposes Syria's fragile unity
Changes announced to Syria's school curriculum have sparked backlash over fears that Ahmed al-Sharaa and Hayat Tahrir al-Sham planned an Islamist future.NBC News - 12h -
Marcus Brigstocke: ‘I’ve been in recovery for various addictions all my adult life’
The comedian on gaining and losing weight, taking two-hour baths, and a sexy dream involving Jimmy Carr. Born in Surrey, Marcus Brigstocke, 51, was the winner of the BBC New Comedy Award in 1996. ...The Guardian - 13h -
The Papers: Social care 'cop-out' and 'Nice Littler earner'
Labour's social care reforms and Luke Littler's darts world title win lead Saturday's newspapers.BBC News - 21h -
California man linked to Wisconsin school shooting apologizes for connection
Alexander Paffendorf expressed regret for his involvement in court on Friday without explaining his precise role.CBS News - 1d -
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Here are the reasons not to worry too much about short-seller report on Carvana, according to these analysts
J.P. Morgan says its own deep dives on Carvana have not uncovered “any red flags.”MarketWatch - 1d -
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Neil Young reverses his Glastonbury 'boycott'
The rock legend will now headline despite initially criticising what he called "corporate control".BBC News - 1d -
FBI checks, ethics paperwork threaten to slow down Trump confirmations
Republican sources on Capitol Hill warn that President-elect Trump’s nominees may be delayed because of paperwork holdups and the slow start of FBI background checks, creating obstacles for the ...The Hill - 1d -
Loneliness linked to ill health through effect on protein levels, research suggests
Study finds higher levels of certain proteins in people who reported social isolation or loneliness. Loneliness has long been associated with ill health but researchers say they have fresh insights ...The Guardian - 1d -
The Papers: Sara Sharif's dad 'attacked in prison' and social care 'shake-up'
Friday's papers carry a variety of stories, including news the government is launching a commission to reform social care.BBC News - 1d -
Online traders warned to check tax return status
Deadline looms as Airbnb, eBay and other platforms report individuals’ incomeFinancial Times - 1d -
Ex-Traitors player: 'Beware those who talk too much'
Charlotte Chilton from Warwickshire was on the second series of The Traitors as a "faithful".BBC News - 2d -
Way-too-early top 50 fantasy football rankings for 2025
With the 2024 fantasy football season in the books, Dalton Del Don looks ahead to next season with his early rankings.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
New Syrian government's school curriculum changes spark concern
The curriculum will take on a more Islamic slant, with evolution and Big Bang theory dropped from science.BBC News - 2d -
How a cosmetology school is teaching students to care for diverse hair and skin
Nubiah Taylor, founder of Taylor'd Cosmetology School in Minneapolis, is teaching students how to care for melanated skin while providing a space for aspiring beauty professionals to thrive.CBS News - 2d -
Cruise ship stomach bug illnesses hit 12-year high: CDC
Cruise ships saw the highest number of stomach bug illnesses since 2012 with 16 outbreaks that impacted 1,894 passengers.The Hill - 2d -
Neil Young shuns Glastonbury over 'corporate control'
The rock star says the festival, which is partnered with the BBC, is "now under corporate control".BBC News - 2d -
Get your house in order, Europe — or face 'ongoing decline,' economists warn
Economists say the absence of growth, fiscal imbalances and political intransigence could lead to decline and a loss of standing for Europe as a whole.CNBC - 2d -
The Papers: 'America under attack' and crack down on people traffickers
Coverage of an attack in New Orleans which has killed at least 15 people dominates Thursday's front pages.BBC News - 2d -
These works enter the public domain in 2025
Here are the new books and characters joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.CBS News - 3d -
‘We can be weirdos too’: the Black mermaids creating their own fantasy worlds
Mermaiding has gained popularity in the US – and Black mermaids are using the activity to advocate for aquatic safety, raise environmental awareness and connect to African spirituality. Dressed in ...The Guardian - 3d -
Hundreds apply for restitution for abuse suffered at Florida reform schools
Hundreds of people who say they suffered physical or sexual abuse at two state-run reform schools in Florida are in line to receive tens of thousands of dollars in restitution from the state, after ...NBC News - 3d -
Why is VAT being added to private school fees?
The government says the rule change will raise £460m extra to spend in state schools in 2024/25.BBC News - 3d -
Ecuador orders the detention of 16 soldiers charged with the disappearance of 4 children
An Ecuadorean judge has ordered the arrest of 16 soldiers charged with the disappearance of four children who went missing three weeks ago in the coastal city of GuayaquilABC News - 3d -
The Papers: Energy bills 'to rise further' and world rings in 2025
The energy price cap rise and New Years' celebrations make the front of Wednesday's papers.BBC News - 3d -
The Music Is Too Loud. That’s the Point.
Vinyl-focused listening bars inspired by ones in Japan are opening across New York, attracting audiophiles and city dwellers looking for a respite from the cacophony outside their doors.The New York Times - 5d