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Deaths of 56 babies at NHS trust may have been preventable, BBC told
Two whistleblowers also believe the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust’s maternity units are unsafe.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
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Sheriff defends deputies who mistakenly detained and handcuffed 11-year-old girl
A sheriff’s office in New York defended two deputies who detained and handcuffed an 11-year-old girl this week, saying she matched the description of a suspect.NBC News - Jan. 16 -
Remembering Bob Uecker: ‘Mr. Baseball’ dies at 90 years old
NBC News’ Sam Brock looks back on the life and legacy of Bob Uecker, beloved baseball announcer, Hall of Famer and “Major League” actor.NBC News - Jan. 16 -
I’m 24 years old and embarrassed that I’ve never dated anyone. How do I meet a girl? | Leading questions
We’re all on different timelines for love and fun, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. If you want a good dating life, focus first on creating a robust social life. Read more Leading ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
‘Life-or-death consequences’: families fear rollback of school vaccine requirements under RFK Jr
With vaccine sceptic as Trump pick to lead US health policy, parents and advocates anticipate devastating changes. A political battle over school-based Covid protocols in early 2021 quickly ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
83-year-old woman's lottery winnings stolen as man attacks her in store parking lot
Police are hunting for a man who was caught on camera violently robbing an 83-year-old woman of her lottery winnings shortly after claiming them from a convenience store.ABC News - Jan. 16 -
The killing of Fiona Holm: why was the life and death of this much-loved mother so overlooked?
More than 170,000 people go missing in the UK each year – and Holm was one of them. She was adored by her family, who say she was let down again and again by the state, the police and the media . ...The Guardian - Jan. 16 -
U.S. sees largest decline ever in drug overdose deaths over a year-long period
New data released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed the largest drop in overdose deaths ever recorded in the U.S. over a 12-month period. Between August 2023 and ...CBS News - Jan. 15 -
Shotaro Morii, 18-year-old 2-way player, bypasses Japanese baseball to sign with Athletics
Hoping to become a two-way player in Major League Baseball just like Shohei Ohtani, 18-year-old Shotaro Morii made the rare decision to bypass Japanese professional baseball entirely and agreed to ...ABC News - Jan. 15 -
What’s the best way to convince 20-year-olds to save for retirement?
A parent wants to persuade reluctant young adults to start investing.MarketWatch - Jan. 15 -
Why do civilians often die in Nigerian military strikes that target rebels?
The Nigerian military has mistakenly killed hundreds of civilians in airstrikes targeting armed groups in the nation’s conflict-battered north over the yearsABC News - Jan. 15 -
86-year-old Army vet loses home in LA fires: 'I just cried'
Army veteran Roosevelt Pullem said the Eaton Fire demolished his Altadena home but couldn't destroy his memories.ABC News - Jan. 14 -
6-year-old goes viral during national anthem before Birds' playoff win
Karson Baytops and his serious love for the Eagles has garnered more than 600,000 views on social media.CBS News - Jan. 14 -
Why Visa’s stock could be a better play than Mastercard’s this year
Visa’s more U.S.-focused business looks like an asset, according to Seaport Research.MarketWatch - Jan. 14 -
Women's basketball midseason awards: Why Hidalgo is the player of the year favorite
We break down the front-runners and top contenders for player, freshman and coach of the year, plus top transfers and All-Americans.ESPN - Jan. 14 -
Beloved 80-year-old Louisiana teacher gets surprise of a lifetime
When her beloved high school faced a teaching shortage, Frances Shaw came out of retirement. To honor her 52 years of service, she got a surprise that brought her to tears.CBS News - Jan. 13 -
80-year-old Louisiana teacher overwhelmed by surprise at pep rally: "Prayers get answered"
Beloved high school chemistry teacher Frances Shaw retired from Northside High School in Lafayette, Louisiana, in 2012. But last year, because of a teacher shortage, the 80-year-old returned to ...CBS News - Jan. 13 -
'Big Brother is watching you': Collector's coin marks George Orwell's death 75 years ago
A commemorative coin featuring the image of an eye and the inscription “Big Brother is watching you” is being released to pay tribute to “Nineteen Eighty-four” author George Orwell and mark his ...ABC News - Jan. 13 -
22-year-old makes $49,000 a year as a teacher while preparing to go into business: My job ‘is super rewarding’
Aron Olegnowicz-Cruz is a special education teacher in Columbus, Ohio, and part of the Teach for America program.CNBC - Jan. 12 -
‘Brother for life’: man injured in New Orleans attack witnessed friend’s death
Ryan Quigley was celebrating the new year with former teammate Martin ‘Tiger’ Bech, one of the 14 victims killed. Among those who were injured but survived the deadly New Year’s Day truck attack ...The Guardian - Jan. 12 -
Why Cities Are Getting Rid of Decades-Old Parking Rules
Hundreds of cities have cut back parking requirements for real estate projects. That’s led to more housing development, but it has also resulted in backlash from residents.The New York Times - Jan. 12 -
Baltimore believes this year is different. A 250 lb. wrecking ball is why
The narrative surrounding Lamar Jackson and Baltimore in recent years is that they flop in the playoffs. Enter Derrick Henry and his unstoppable brand of football.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 12 -
'I fought for years to correct my dad's death certificate - but still haven't buried him'
Families tell of their lost loved ones as a new film stirs up memories of Brazil under military rule.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Will these Steelers be team to end 8-year playoff skid? Why there's 'urgency' in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh goes into Saturday's wild-card matchup against Baltimore with a four-game regular-season losing streak and a five-game playoff losing streak.ESPN - Jan. 11 -
Man Charged in Stabbing Death of 14-Year-Old Boy Found in Bronx
The man, 29-year-old Waldo Mejia, was arrested early on Saturday near the location of the Friday stabbing in the Mott Haven neighborhood.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
Scientists drill nearly 2 miles to pull 1.2 million-year-old ice core from Antarctic
An international team of scientists say they’ve successfully drilled one of the oldest ice cores yet, penetrating nearly 2 miles to Antarctic bedrock to reach ice that's at least 1.2 million years oldABC News - Jan. 11 -
Starmer’s attempt to ‘do a Blair’ on the NHS
Ministers are trying to go further than before — with less moneyFinancial Times - Jan. 11 -
Fire victims include man found holding hose and 82-year-old in bed
Five of at least 10 people killed by the Los Angeles area blazes died in the Eaton Fire.CBS News - Jan. 10 -
The hole in Keir Starmer’s plan for the NHS
Also in this newsletter: demand for special educational needs provision doublesFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
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Scientists drill nearly 2 miles down to pull 1.2 million-year-old ice core from Antarctic
An international team of scientists announced Thursday they’ve successfully drilled one of the oldest ice cores yet, penetrating nearly 2 miles (2.8 kilometers) to Antarctic bedrock to reach ice ...NBC News - Jan. 9 -
Why a 5% 10-year Treasury yield could be a buying opportunity
Investors may look back and “see points in time” when Treasury yields were approaching 5% and investors should have been buying, according to PGIM’s head of global bonds.MarketWatch - Jan. 9 -
Million year-old bubbles could solve ice age climate mystery
What is probably the world's oldest ice, dating back 1.2m years ago, has been dug out from deep within Antarctica.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
'I thought I was going to die': Jailed Venezuelan activist details brutality of prison life
Hundreds were arrested in protests after Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in last year's contested presidential election.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
Did LeBron James just throw down the best dunk of his career at 40 years old?
Dereck Lively never stood a chance.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 8 -
Why did Mark Zuckerberg end Facebook and Instagram’s factchecking program?
The social media giant enters a more partisan political era as its CEO pursues Donald Trump’s approval. Meta is shifting to the right, following the prevailing political winds blowing through the ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
