The idiot’s apostrophe, West Wing words and 55,000 Bibles – take the Thursday quiz
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Jerry West, the Los Angeles Lakers and a simmering 20-year feud
After working for the Lakers for 40 years, West's relationship with the team splintered beyond repair. "I almost wish," he told ESPN, "that I had never played or worked for them."22 minutes ago - NBA -
World - ABC News
2 Pakistani police and 4 insurgents killed in the restive north west ahead of Asian security summit
Militants riding on a motorcycle have opened fire on a vehicle carrying police officers in a former stronghold of the Pakistani Taliban, killing two of them and wounding two others28 minutes ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How life has changed for Palestinians in the occupied West Bank since Oct. 7
A Palestinian-American in the Israeli-occupied West Bank says he's been kept off his land for a year. For others, it's been much worse.44 minutes ago -
Sports - ESPN
Singapore takes fan passports for Valencia protest
Singapore police said on Thursday they were investigating a Spanish couple for protesting billionaire Peter Lim's ownership of LaLiga side Valencia and had impounded their passports.1 hour ago -
Top stories - BBC News
West Indies beat Bangladesh to boost semi-final hopes
West Indies star with the bat as they boost their T20 World Cup semi-final hopes with a clinical eight-wicket win over Bangladesh.1 hour ago -
Sports - ESPN
Are the 49ers slipping? Four things that need to improve to avoid falling in NFC West
The 49ers face the Seahawks on Thursday night in a pivotal division game.1 hour ago - NFL -
Sports - CBS Sports
NBA team win totals, odds: Best bets in West, including Mavs, Suns hitting the over and unders in L.A.
The West is far tighter than the East for the 2024-25 NBA season1 hour ago - NBA -
Politics - The Hill
The West, including Israel, should help Ukraine fight Russia in Syria
As Russian forces face mounting pressure across multiple fronts, it accelerates the process of Russia’s downfall, akin to death by a thousand cuts.1 hour ago - Ukraine -
World - Financial Times
Peel Hunt takes Aim at the IFS
Battle lines are drawn over inheritance tax on London’s junior stock market2 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Cam Newton hired by ESPN as panelist on 'First Take'
Newton has gained a large following on his YouTube channel since he last played in the NFL in 2021.3 hours ago -
World - The Wall Street Journal
How Iran Uses Criminal Gangs in the West to Target Its Enemies
After setbacks in Lebanon and Gaza, Tehran is finding new ways to go after Israeli interests, allegedly tapping children as young as 14 for attacks.3 hours ago - Iran -
Politics - The Hill
Who could see northern lights Thursday thanks to 'severe' geomagnetic storm?
Depending on where you live, there's a good chance you could see the northern lights on Thursday.3 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Thursday Night Football 49ers vs. Seahawks: Fantasy football breakdown
Senior Editor Mo Castillo highlights fantasy football's biggest storylines of Week 6's Seahawks-49ers TNF showdown.4 hours ago - Fantasy Football -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
New Orleans Pelicans 2024-25 season preview: One move away from being major threat in West
Breaking down New Orleans' biggest question, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlook.4 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Thursday
Wall Street was lower after September inflation data came in slightly hotter than expected and initial jobless claims topped estimates.5 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
The idiot’s apostrophe, West Wing words and 55,000 Bibles – take the Thursday quiz
Questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?. There was some correspondence about last week’s quiz as to whether the phrase “having at”, ...8 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Republicans Appear Poised to Take Control of Senate, New Poll Shows
The latest polling from The New York Times and Siena College shows Republicans leading in key Senate races in Montana, Texas and Florida.9 hours ago - Republican Party -
Business - Inc.
Science Says People With High Emotional Intelligence Use This Word to Become Remarkably Persuasive
A little less ‘you’ and a lot more ‘we.’9 hours ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Winds and debris shatter window in West Palm Beach home
Video captured the moment strong winds and debris from Hurricane Milton shattered the window of a home. Gasps can be heard in the background as the glass cracks.15 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Five 49ers to watch in huge Thursday night game vs. Seahawks
When the San Francisco 49ers have been in crisis mode over the last few seasons, they have turned to Deebo Samuel to get them going, and they'll need the star wide receiver to come up big Thursday ...17 hours ago - NFL -
Top stories - CBS News
A look at Palestinian life in the Israeli-occupied West Bank
Rights groups say documented instances of violence by settlers against Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied West Bank have been escalating since Hamas' attack on Oct. 7, 2023. CBS News' Haley Ott ...18 hours ago - Israel -
Top stories - CBS News
Milton continues on track toward Florida's west coast
Hurricane Milton is projected to make landfall over Florida's west coast in the early morning hours as a major hurricane. Rob Marciano has the latest on the storm's projected path.18 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NBA GM survey, WNBA Finals preview & 2024 HOF class | Good Word with Goodwill
Vincent Goodwill and Isis "Ice" Young react to NBA.com's survey of general managers around the league, preview the 2024 WNBA Finals and discuss this year's class entering the Naismith Basketball ...19 hours ago - WNBA -
Politics - The Hill
Greene takes fire for remarks about weather
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) has again thrown herself at the center of controversy over her embrace of claims that the government and humans are “controlling” the severe weather as Hurricane ...19 hours ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
"We Have a Positive Problem": Why The Red Wings Are Using Three Goalies This Season
The Red Wings are no strangers to a three goalie system, but this year they are doubling down with three bona fide starters. A look at how this works, the benefits and the ri19 hours ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Hurricane Milton Began Thrashing Florida’s West Coast
Also, Kamala Harris has already raised more than $1 billion. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.20 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Use these 2 words to help successfully negotiate your next raise: 'Curious people make more money'
Workers are so focused on making their point that they forget negotiating is supposed to be a conversation where both sides contribute to the solution.20 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
Thursday Briefing: Florida Braces for Hurricane Milton
Plus, literature’s greatest prize.21 hours ago - Florida -
Politics - The Hill
New book aims to take tweens inside the 'secret world' of the Capitol
A new book geared toward middle schoolers is aiming to teach kids, teens and history lovers about the Capitol from the inside out. Kate Andersen Brower, the author behind the best-selling book "The ...23 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Trump 'God Bless the USA' Bibles printed in China, records show
Thousands of copies of former President Trump's "God Bless the USA" Bible were printed in China, according to trade records reviewed by The Associated Press. According to AP, the records showed a ...23 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Business - Inc.
China-Hating Trump Printed His Branded Bibles There
The GOP nominee is a fierce critic of Chinese trade policies, but low-cost overseas production of his ‘God Bless the USA’ Bibles shows America’s complex ties with a rising economic rival.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Top stories - The New York Times
Met Gala Reveals 2025 Theme and Co-Chairs: ASAP Rocky, Pharrell and More
With support from LeBron James, ASAP Rocky, Pharrell Williams and more.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
What will it take for Ukraine to ‘win’?
There is only one way to ensure that Russia’s territorial aggrandizement does not spell strategic defeat for Ukraine and the West.Yesterday - Ukraine -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Los Angeles Lakers 2024-25 season preview: LeBron James, Father Time and a loaded West
Breaking down the Lakers' biggest question, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlook.Yesterday - NBA -
Top stories - CBS News
Donald Trump's "God Bless the USA" Bibles were printed in China
Donald Trump's $59.99 "God Bless the USA" Bibles were printed in China, a country he has accused of stealing American jobs.Yesterday - China -
Sports - The New York Times
A Beloved N.H.L. Franchise Is Taking a Risk Fans May Not Want to Stomach
After a series of bold moves failed to pay off, the Minnesota Wild are stuck. The team’s owner has a new vision for a path to success.Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Three Meals: Competitive congressional race takes center stage in California
While California is a Democratic stronghold in presidential elections, one of its congressional races has become a key battleground. Jo Ling Kent meets with voters from different backgrounds to ...Yesterday - California -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Backstedt takes first pro win at Simac Ladies Tour
Britain's Zoe Backstedt claims a maiden professional win, finishing first on stage one of the Simac Ladies Tour.Yesterday -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
34 Former Red Wings Players, Draft Picks, Acquisitions Make Opening Day Rosters
Thirty-four former Detroit Red Wings made opening night rosters across the NHL, including some big names like Robby Fabbri, Tyler Bertuzzi and Gustav Nyquist2 days ago