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The Thrilling Life of a College Football Ball Boy
“Though we may not have a direct impact on the game, we can certainly mess it up,” a former student manager at Georgia said.14 hours ago - College Football -
Tech - ABC News
ABBA, Radiohead and The Cure musicians sign AI protest letter against 'unlicensed use' of works
Musicians from ABBA, Radiohead and The Cure have joined actors and authors in signing a protest letter against the mining of their artistry to build artificial intelligence toolsYesterday -
Entertainment - CBS News
Behind the scenes of "The Diplomat"
Keri Russell, who played a Russian spy in "The Americans," is now on the frontlines of geopolitics in the Netflix series "The Diplomat," starring as Kate Wyler, the U.S. Ambassador to the United ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
The rollercoaster king: the man behind the UK’s fastest thrill-ride
John Burton was just 27 when he was put in charge of creating Thorpe Park’s biggest-ever project. Once too scared to go on rides himself, how did he become the architect of so many daredevils’ ...8 hours ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
MusiCares names The Grateful Dead 2025 Persons of the Year
MusiCares, an organization that helps music professionals who need financial, personal or medical assistance, will honor the Grateful Dead as its 2025 Persons of the Year18 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
Tokyo Metro is not offering a high-speed ride
With longer-run growth prospects limited, investors should not count on a long-term rallyYesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
Rail Biking Lets You Ride the Rails Using Pedal Power
Rail-biking uses specially designed vehicles that are pedaled along disused railway lines. It’s easy and fun and uses existing tracks for recreation. One writer gave it a try in the Catskills.2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Roubles and rollercoasters: how Moscow won over Moldova’s south
Just 5% of voters in ethnic Turkic region of Gagauzia back EU accession on Sunday2 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Buccaneers' Mike Evans becomes fifth-fastest in NFL history to reach 100 career receiving touchdowns
Evans is also the fifth player in NFL history to have 100 or more receiving touchdowns with one team2 days ago - NFL -
Sports - ABC News
After thrilling season ends in NLCS, surprising Mets have `work to do'
Yes, the New York Mets have much to feel good about following a rousing run of unexpected success this season2 days ago - MLB -
Tech - VentureBeat
Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite as world’s fastest mobile CPU
Qualcomm unveiled its Snapdragon 8 Elite, which it claimed is the world's fastest mobile centralized processing unit (CPU).2 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
'You are not my king,' Indigenous Australian senator yells at visiting King Charles
An Indigenous senator told King Charles III that Australia is not his land as the British royal visited Australia’s parliament2 days ago - United Kingdom -
Top stories - NBC News
'Not my king': King Charles heckled by Indigenous senator in Australia
King Charles III was heckled in Australia on Monday by an Indigenous senator who shouted “you’re not my king” as the British monarch spoke to lawmakers.3 days ago - United Kingdom -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Mets vs. Dodgers: The OMG Mets head into offseason of uncertainty as 2024 thrill ride comes to an end — 'It doesn't feel real'
While it ended in disappointment, this New York team accomplished something meaningful.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
The ride of our lives: why the horse is crucial to human history
Humans and horses have been entwined throughout history, one could not have thrived without the other, according to a new book that explores a unique bond. It was a heart-stopping sight. On 24 ...3 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Behind the scenes of "The Diplomat"
Keri Russell, who played a Russian spy in "The Americans," is now on the frontlines of geopolitics in the Netflix series "The Diplomat," starring as Kate Wyler, the U.S. Ambassador to the United ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Saracens go top as Elliot Daly inspires thrilling comeback win over Bristol
Bristol 35-37 Saracens Alex Lozowski kicks last-gasp penalty to secure victory Yet another match report with absolutely no hope of capturing everything that went on. Blame the players who keep ...4 days ago -
World - ABC News
Man who vowed to ride out Florida hurricanes on his boat is arrested in Tampa
The man who gained social media fame for riding out two hurricanes in his boat in Tampa has been arrested4 days ago - Florida -
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GB's Finucane wins in straight rides to defend women's sprint world title
Great Britain's Emma Finucane beats the Netherlands' Hetty van de Wouw in straight rides to defend her women's sprint world title at the Track Cycling World Championships in Copenhagen.5 days ago -
Entertainment - ABC News
Music Review: Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis combine for thrilling 'Warriors' album
The perilous journey home — it’s a tale as old as “The Iliad.”5 days ago -
Sports - ESPN
Haaland among fastest, walks most in Prem
The Premier League's fastest players have been revealed with Manchester City's Erling Haaland among the quickest in the competition.5 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Democrats in tight House races ride Harris fundraising momentum to outpace GOP
Democratic candidates in the most competitive House races overwhelmingly outraised their Republican opponents between July and September, buoyed by a surge in enthusiasm when Vice President Harris ...6 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Fear of Flying? Here’s How to Make Plane Rides Less Scary.
Fear of flying affects more than 25 million Americans. If you are among them, these tools and expert tips could help make your next plane ride easier.6 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Formula 1 to get rid of fastest lap bonus point in 2025
Drivers have been able to earn an extra point for the fastest lap since 2019.6 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Truth behind man who 'bought wrong London bridge'
Is the myth that a man bought the wrong London Bridge real? His grandson tells BBC London the truth.6 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Mum's tribute to 'thrill-seeker' who died in Spain
Lewis Stevenson, 26, fell from a bridge while creating social media content, authorities said.October 17 -
Top stories - CBS News
What's behind America's misinformation crisis
The Federal Emergency Management Agency pushed back on false claims that it pulled out of areas in North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene after facing threats. The Atlantic writer Charlie ...October 16 -
Business - Inc.
This Latina Founder Raised $35 Million to Reach Hispanic Audiences. Today, Her Company Is Among the Fastest-Growing in the Country
Canela Media landed on the Inc. 5000 list earlier this year thanks to the grit and vision of CEO Isabel Rafferty Zavala.October 15 -
Tech - GameSpot
Disney World's Iconic Big Thunder Mountain Ride Will Close For An Entire Year
Disney World's popular Big Thunder Mountain Railroad ride will temporarily close this coming January, and the attraction won't open again until 2026. The extended closure for the Magic Kingdom ride ...October 15 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Inside Drake Maye's first Patriots start, from a trust-earning meeting to his alluring — if rollercoaster — day
New England lost by 20, but Maye threw three touchdowns and sparked the offense in a way that had been lacking all season. The players who spent the week preparing with him weren't surprised.October 14 -
World - Financial Times
US banks ride ‘soft landing’ high
JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo beat forecasts as consumers prove more resilient than fearedOctober 14 -
Entertainment - ABC News
Historic Jersey Shore amusement park closes after generations of family thrills
A beloved boardwalk amusement park at the Jersey shore is shutting downOctober 13 -
World - The Guardian
‘It’s been an incredible ride’: Wales and Lions centre Jonathan Davies retires
Davies won 96 caps and two grand slams for Wales Centre played six Tests for British and Irish Lions The former Wales, British and Irish Lions and Scarlets centre Jonathan Davies has announced ...October 13 -