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Financial Times - World
The inner-city alleys being turned into paradise passages
Several of the UK’s northern cities are transforming once neglected passageways into bucolic oases; community spaces filled with urban art, herb gardens — and civic pride59 minutes ago -
The New York Times - World
Kashmiris Are Voting Again. But Do They Have a Voice?
An election that began on Wednesday will restore some of the self-rule India took away in 2019. But a lasting chill has fallen over Kashmir.3 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
We have to keep Commonwealth Games going - Kenny
Dame Laura Kenny has called on cities to step up for the 2030 Commonwealth Games after Glasgow became hosts for the 2026 edition.3 hours ago -
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The New York Times - Sports
Why David Beckham Turned Up to Watch Birmingham City vs. Wrexham
Tom Brady was also in attendance for the third-division English soccer game.7 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
'You have to have a sense of humor': How baseball's all-time worst squad is coping with defeat
What's it like in the clubhouse as you are about to shatter the Major League Baseball record for losses? Somehow, not as sad as one would think.11 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Andy Harris elected as new Freedom Caucus chair
Rep. Andy Harris (R-Md.) was elected Tuesday night as the new chair of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, three members told The Hill, officially replacing Rep. Bob Good (R-Va.) after he lost ...12 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
A key employee says the Titan sub tragedy could have been prevented
A key employee who labeled a doomed experimental submersible unsafe prior to its last, fatal voyage testified Tuesday that the tragedy could have been prevented if a federal safety agency had ...13 hours ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Georgia prosecutors drop all 15 counts of money laundering against 3 'Cop City' activists
Georgia prosecutors dropped all 15 counts of money laundering against them.14 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Champions League expert picks, predictions, best bets: Manchester City to handle Inter, PSG cruise vs. Girona
Here's our expert picks for the upcoming UCL matchday15 hours ago - UEFA Champions League -
ABC News - Sports
Michael Hill and April Brown given expanded MLB roles following the death of Billy Bean
Former Miami Marlins general manager Michael Hill has been promoted to Major League Baseball’s senior vice president of on-field operations and workforce development and April Brown to senior vice ...16 hours ago - MLB -
ABC News - World
Greek firefighters contain a blaze at a major oil refinery that injured 3 workers
Three workers have suffered light injuries during a fire at a major oil refinery west of Athens that prompted Greek authorities to issue an evacuation alert for the surrounding area16 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
Fired whistleblower says Titan submersible tragedy may have been prevented had safety agency investigated his complaint
Fired whistleblower says Titan submersible tragedy may have been prevented had safety agency investigated his complaint16 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Harris-Trump election has Big Tech 'at a crossroads' after slump in dealmaking
With regulators making it hard for large tech companies to do significant deals, M&A transaction volume in the industry continues to drop.17 hours ago - Donald Trump -
ABC News - Top stories
Sean 'Diddy' Combs hit with sex trafficking charges in sprawling indictment
Sean "Diddy" Combs has been charged with sex trafficking by force, transportation to engage in prostitution and racketeering conspiracy.18 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
With Sandbags and Team Spirit, a Polish City Fought Off a Flood
Thousands of residents of Nysa, in southern Poland, formed a human chain overnight to pass each other sandbags, building a wall along a river embankment to keep the raging waters at bay.18 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Manchester City's Rodri claims players are 'close' to going on strike over jam-packed soccer calendar
Rodri played 62 games for club and country last season19 hours ago -
The New York Times - Sports
In Baltimore, the Orioles and Ravens Have Formed a Surprising Bond
A friendship between two top decision-makers has benefited both organizations.20 hours ago -
CBS Sports - Sports
Eagles collapse: Why Philadelphia may have been better off going for it on 4th down instead of kicking FG
The Eagles surprisingly gave the Falcons a better chance to win, despite extending their lead20 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Shares of Broadcom should be higher given the chipmaker's AI growth outlook
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.20 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Brady, Birmingham City get bragging rights in celebrity derby against Wrexham
Tom Brady's Birmingham City were able to get bragging rights in their win against Wrexham in the latest encounter of the teams with celebrity owners.21 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Manchester City’s Premier League Hearing, Explained
The world’s richest soccer league accused its champion of years of financial violations. A hearing that began this week could tarnish the club’s accomplishments and reshape the competition.21 hours ago - Premier League -
ABC News - Sports
Man City's Rodri: Top soccer players close to striking because of too many games
Manchester City midfielder Rodri says top soccer players are close to going on strike because of the number of games they are having to play21 hours ago -
ABC News - World
Iran’s ambassador in Lebanon has been wounded in the explosion of pagers in the country, Iranian news reports say
Iran’s ambassador in Lebanon has been wounded in the explosion of pagers in the country, Iranian news reports say22 hours ago - Iran -
GameSpot - Tech
Another Switch 2 Game Has Been Revealed In An Unusual Way
Nintendo has not yet announced its next home console, but that hasn't stopped a developer from revealing that it's working on a game for "future Nintendo platforms yet to be announced.". The game ...22 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Manchester City’s Rodri warns players close to striking over volume of games
‘If it keeps this way we have no other option’ Midfielder believes 40-50 a season is ideal Rodri has said players are close to striking over the increased number of games, with the Manchester ...Yesterday -
ABC News - World
Extremists attack a military training camp in Mali's capital and authorities close its airport
Mali's army says extremists attacked military training camp as explosions were heard in the areaYesterday -
MarketWatch - Business
Silver has been outperforming gold this year — and may rise to its own record highs
Gold, with its rise to record highs this year, deserves attention — but so does its sister metal, silver, which has outperformed the yellow metal so far this year and may be gearing up for a ...Yesterday -
BBC News - Top stories
Errors meant Covid jab given to clot victim - report
Inquiry finds mistakes meant AstraZeneca vaccine was given to the 27-year-old, who died days later.Yesterday - Covid -
The Guardian - World
‘This is a big chance for all of us’: Germany’s freedom hotel where exiled journalists take refuge
As attacks on the press rise, the House of Critical Voices offers sanctuary for media workers exposing abuses. With its nuclear bunker, textured walls and Bauhaus furniture, the former training ...Yesterday -
The Guardian - World
Arsenal’s Rosa Kafaji: ‘Ronaldinho has been an inspiration. That’s how I try to play’
Swedish prodigy dubbed ‘a proper baller’ by her manager hopes to make mark against old club in Champions League. Arsenal’s new midfielder Rosa Kafaji has a confession. “Something controversial ...Yesterday -
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.Yesterday - NFL -
BBC News - Top stories
Sean 'Diddy' Combs arrested in New York City
The rapper's attorney, Marc Agnifilo, said they were "disappointed" by the arrest and his client was an "innocent man".Yesterday - New York -
ABC News - Sports
Purple place: Mets unveil the new Grimace seat at Citi Field
Fenway Park has the Ted Williams seatYesterday -
The Guardian - World
Women’s Super League 2024-25 previews No 9: Manchester City
Last season’s runners-up are desperate to make up for missing out on the WSL crown, with the arrival of Vivianne Miedema giving them a huge boost. Guardian writers’ predicted position: 2nd (NB: ...Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
So … naming a stadium after Trevor Lawrence may have been a little premature
The Jaguars temporarily rebranded their home in honor of their quarterback. But it merely highlighted how he has fallen short of expectations2 days ago -
Politico - Politics
GOP lawmaker’s wife accuses him of an affair — and points the finger at the wrong woman
The House Homeland Security chair, who is seeking a divorce, acknowledged "a difficult time for my family."4 days ago -