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Between 'Shōgun' and 'The Bear,' Emmys defy classification
Is the anxiety-inducing "The Bear" really a comedy? And how do you classify "Shōgun," a series that already fully adapted James Clavell's novel?Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
'Shōgun' will return for at least 2 more seasons
FX and Hulu have announced that its acclaimed series "Shogun" has been renewed. The story will continue for "likely" two more seasons.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Barça close in on quadruple with 8-0 Copa triumph
Barcelona hammered Real Sociedad 8-0 to win the Copa de la Reina in Zaragoza on Saturday as they moved one step closer towards completing a first ever quadruple.ESPN - Sports -
Is COVID-19 still a 'pandemic?'
On March 11, 2020, the director-general of the World Health Organization told the world that COVID-19 "can be characterized as a pandemic." Is that still the case?The Hill - Politics - Covid -
New menopause drugs treat hot flashes, but women may face insurance hurdles
New drugs to treat debilitating menopause symptoms — namely hot flashes — are finally on the market or are in development.NBC News - Top stories -
Emma Hayes ‘hasn’t got another drop to give’ after Chelsea WSL title triumph
Exhausted Chelsea manager signs off with fifth successive title‘I felt we deserved title,’ says Manchester City’s Gareth TaylorEmma Hayes said she doesn’t “have another drop to give” after bowing out as Chelsea manager with a fifth Women’s Super ...The Guardian - World -
Chelsea’s flower power still packs a punch
The annual London flower show has an undeniable global allure — so why is it not taken seriously?Financial Times - Business -
Three still held over murder of woman in Belfast
Kathryn Parton, 34, who suffered serious head injuries, was found dead on Wednesday.BBC News - Top stories -
Democrats can still jettison Biden as an ‘August Surprise’
A growing number of Democrats see Biden as becoming the political version of “Groundhog Day.” Every night they go to sleep dreaming of having a new nominee and every morning they wake up to the same old Biden.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
China must learn from Japan’s ‘lost decades’
The consequences of the world’s second-largest economy being sucked into a deflationary spiral would be severeFinancial Times - World - China -
Japan paves way for joint child custody in divorce
The amendment by parliament is the first change to the country's parental custody law in nearly 80 years.BBC News - Top stories - Japan -
Trump team still considering calling witnesses in New York trial
Donald Trump's criminal trial continues Thursday with more testimony from the former president's former lawyer Michael Cohen. Cohen is the prosecution's last witness, with the defense still considering calling additional witnesses to the stand. ...CBS News - Top stories - New York -
Why Microsoft is still ahead of Google in the war for AI developers
Google, despite its technical prowess, will need to double down on its efforts to simplify and streamline its AI offerings for developers if it hopes to catch up.VentureBeat - Tech - Google -
Slovak prime minister still in serious condition as suspect appears in court
The man accused of attempting to assassinate Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has been ordered to remain behind barsABC News - Top stories -
Slovak PM still in serious condition after assassination attempt
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, 59, was attacked as he greeted supporters following a government meeting Wednesday in the former coal mining town of Handlova.CBS News - Top stories -
Three years after the US exit, Afghanistan still needs our help
The U.S. took its eye off the Afghan ball before, with tragic consequences.The Hill - Politics -
Schauffele, Morikawa atop tight PGA; 62 for Lowry
Xander Schauffele and Collin Morikawa share the lead entering the final round of the PGA, where 13 golfers are within 5 shots of the lead. Among them is Shane Lowry, who was inches away from the first 61 at a major and instead settled for a 62.ESPN - Sports -
‘My heart still hurts’: The personal sacrifice of revealing a K-pop scandal
Two journalists reveal how they bore the brunt of fans' anger after exposing K-pop's dark underbelly.BBC News - Top stories -
Japan's Beef With a Weak Yen: The Best Wagyu Is Just for the Tourists
The nation’s pride takes a hit as dollar-wielding visitors enjoy pleasures few locals can afford.The Wall Street Journal - World -
One Japanese Word Changed the Course of Her Career
Devin Halbal had amassed hundreds of thousands of TikTok followers with her inspirational videos. Then she went to Asia.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Japan -
Walmart and Other Retail Earnings Show Inflation Still Pushing Consumers to Seek Deals
Low prices drive consumers to shop at the big box chain, while fewer people are buying fancy coffees or taking on home improvement projects, as Starbucks and Home Depot report sales declines.Inc. - Business -
Mortgage rates fall to the lowest level in a month, but ‘home buyers are still feeling the pressure’ from high home prices
The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging at 7.02% Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.MarketWatch - Business -
Gold, silver and platinum's red-hot rally still has further to go, strategists say
Gold, silver and platinum prices have been on a tear so far this year. Strategists say it's not over yet.CNBC - Business -
Billie Eilish: Hit Me Hard and Soft review – still the great outlier of American pop
(Darkroom/Interscope Records)On this deeply involving third album, Eilish once again breaks the rules for arena-filling artists: it’s subtle and understated, yet jars the listener with eerie show tunes and explosive noise. Billie Eilish’s third ...The Guardian - World -
Superflex Mock Draft Recap: Patrick Mahomes is still QB1, Caleb Williams and other rookie quarterbacks slide
Plus, find out where rookie wide receivers Marvin Harrison Jr. and Malik Nabers were selectedCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Cristiano Ronaldo says he has no plans to retire: 'I feel proud to have this age and still compete'
The 39-year-old is under contract with Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr until 2025CBS Sports - Sports -
Premier League betting: Despite Manchester City's status as extreme title favorites, there's still value to be had Sunday
City is -1600 to win the league but only -900 to beat West Ham. A victory over West Ham locks up a fourth consecutive EPL title.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Premier League -
AMD supplants Nvidia as this analyst’s top chip stock — but he still likes both
AMD’s stock advances as Wolfe Research writes positively of the company’s AI traction.MarketWatch - Business -
Wine Lovers Can Still Get a Taste of the Real Sonoma at These Family-Owned Wineries
Founded by Italian immigrants generations ago, a few family-run wineries continue to offer outstanding wines and a crucial sense of history as Sonoma evolves in the 21st century.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The U.S. economy and inflation might be cooling off, but lower interest rates are still far away
Is the economy headed in the right direction? Wall Street investors certainly think so. They drove U.S. stocks to a record high this week. Why the optimism?MarketWatch - Business -
Beware the Biden factor, Keir Starmer: you can govern well and still risk losing the country | Jonathan Freedland
Politics is about achieving things and telling a compelling story. But neither the president – nor Starmer – can match Trump’s gift for narrative. The smile was the giveaway. Asked whether he was “just a copycat” of Tony Blair at the launch of his ...The Guardian - World - Joe Biden -
Media giants lean on sports as Hollywood strikes still loom over content slates
Media companies charming advertisers during the Upfront meetings let sports take center stage as content slates still suffer from last year's Hollywood strikes.CNBC - Business -
Trevor Lawrence hasn't lived up to the hype. The Jaguars still need to pay him big
Ignore the noise whenever this contract comes through. Lawrence has earned it and the Jaguars would be foolish to go in an alternate path.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
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As Japan's yakuza weakens, police focus shifts to unorganized crime hired via social media
Police in Japan who were busy tracking thousands of yakuza members just a few years ago have set their eyes on a new threat: unorganized and loosely connected groups they believe are behind a series of crimes once dominated by yakuzaABC News - World -
Mary Cassatt’s Women Didn’t Sit Pretty
The American painter depicted women caring for children, not posing for the male gaze. New exhibitions and books reappraise her legacy 100 years later.The New York Times - Top stories -
Yes, Women Have Midlife Crises, Too
Novelists are finally taking up the once taboo subject of menopause.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Brazil named 2027 Women's World Cup hosts
Brazil are voted hosts of the 2027 Women's World Cup after beating a joint bid by Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany at Fifa's congress.BBC News - Top stories - World Cup -
Wembley cup final gives women's game incentive
Holders St Helens, York, Leeds and Wigan all have eyes on the Challenge Cup final, and the prospect of gracing Wembley.BBC News - Top stories