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Why is social media getting all churned up about cottage cheese? | Rachel Cooke
After being promoted by US bloggers and Instagram, cottage cheese sales are now up 40% in the UK. Its blandness is befitting of the times. While I didn’t see the cottage-cheese craze coming – who could ever have predicted this ...The Guardian - World -
Premier League clubs to vote on scrapping VAR and what 2023-24 table would look like without it
The vote will take place on June 6 at the league's annual general meetingCBS Sports - Sports -
The 90-Year-Old Would-Be Astronaut Who Finally Gets His Chance at Space
Ed Dwight, the first Black man to train to be an astronaut six decades ago, is set to fly Sunday on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Midwife, by Rachel Cusk
‘His self-containment and solitude had caught her eye, but it was his disapproval that seduced her.’ A story about art and money, containment and escapeFinancial Times - Business -
The Fed's Miracle Is Finally Back on the Table
Inflation is lower after months of hot readings, and investors love it.Inc. - Business -
Bomb survivor thought she was hit by lightning
On the 50th anniversary, BBC News NI speaks to those affected by 1974 bombs which killed 33 people.BBC News - Top stories -
Beyond tariffs, US economic strength is key to containing China
By leveraging its economic strength and showing unwavering determination, the U.S. can reestablish its prestige, deterring and inhibiting the CCP from challenging Taiwan or the global order.The Hill - Politics - China -
‘I’m weary of repeating myself’: How do I deal with rich friends who take $22,000 cruises and book $800 hotel rooms? Prices are crazy enough already.
“When one friend made a fuss over wanting to fly business class, I threatened to cancel completely.”MarketWatch - Business -
UK pension providers in backlash over green league tables
Carbon footprint of plans revealed for the first timeFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
House Democrat says cutting federal funds for Harvard 'needs to be on the table'
Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) on Sunday said cutting federal funds for Harvard University and other schools should be an option "on the table" over their handling of campus antisemitism. Auchincloss, who is an alum of Harvard, visited the Ivy ...The Hill - Politics -
Japan Government Bond Yields Climb on Expectations BOJ Could Reduce Bond Purchases
Japanese government bond yields rose on expectations the Bank of Japan could lower its bond buying in the coming months to support the weakening yen, Deutsche Bank Research said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Careful Thought Process Behind Outlandish Baseball Team Names
From the Dairy Daddies to the Trash Pandas, local minor league and collegiate summer league teams use unusual monikers to generate interest.The New York Times - Sports -
Review: 'IF,' a movie about imaginary friends, requires suspension of disbelief — and a few more drafts
Actor turned writer-director John Krasinski had a way with creatures in 'A Quiet Place,' but loses his way with the gentle children's drama 'IF.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Pitcher perfect: These 3 teams have no problem with arms
Also, Shohei Ohtani hit his first walk-off as a Dodger, and Kody Clemens' bat came through for the Phillies.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Demi Moore says full frontal nudity with Margaret Qualley in ‘The Substance’ required 'vulnerability'
Demi Moore‘s new film, the feminist body horror “The Substance,” sees her bare it all, with several scenes featuring full nudity.NBC News - Top stories -
How Zola's Shan-Lyn Ma and Rachel Jarrett Navigate Sharing Leadership
The co-CEOs share the secrets to making their partnership work.Inc. - Business -
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Why are class reunions so terrifying? | Lauren Mechling and Rachel Dodes
The prospect of a high school or college reunion elicits shame, dread and regret. What if going could actually be good for your mental health?. Both of us have 25th college reunions fast approaching. And as we write this, neither of us has ...The Guardian - World -
Queen of the Book Club
Sitting down for lunch with Reese Witherspoon, whose book picks have become a force in the publishing industry.The New York Times - Top stories - United Kingdom -
2024 NFL free agent matchmaker: Best fits for Ryan Tannehill, Dalvin Cook, other available veterans
Where could the top unsigned names end up?CBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Dalvin Cook is 'taking calls', says he's still 'got it all' despite not securing a deal in free agency
Cook did not see much playing time in 2023CBS Sports - Sports -
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Five Best: Books on Breakthroughs in Biology
Selected by Thomas R. Cech, the author of ‘The Catalyst: RNA and the Quest to Unlock Life’s Deepest Secrets.’The Wall Street Journal - World -
Amazon Is Hosting a Massive Book Sale
Ebooks, paperbacks, and hardcover editions are deeply discounted through May 20.Wired - Tech - Amazon -
16 Books We Read This Week
The rise of an explosive political movement, education at a crossroads, the man who scammed the U.S. Navy and more.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Michael Cohen tells trial he once thought Stormy Daniels was extorting Trump over her story – live
Former Trump lawyer once told the district attorney’s office about this assessment, hush-money trial hears. Michael Cohen takes stand for cross-examination in Trump trialJudge Juan Merchan is on the bench and the court is in session.. Donald Trump ...The Guardian - World - Donald Trump -
Economic damage from climate change six times worse than thought – report
A 1C increase in global temperature leads to a 12% decline in world gross domestic product, researchers have found. The economic damage wrought by climate change is six times worse than previously thought, with global heating set to shrink wealth ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
Departing Liverpool boss Klopp 'would scrap VAR'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says he would vote to scrap video assistant referees because of how the system currently works.BBC News - Top stories -
A Moderna Patent Bailout Would Set a Dangerous Precedent
The Justice Department tries to use a wartime statute to make taxpayers pay for the company’s potential infringement liability.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Trump Is Rarely Silent, but Testifying Would Be 'Really Dangerous'
A grueling cross-examination could torpedo the former president’s chances with the jury in the hush-money case.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
A Would-be Assassin Stirs Europe’s Violent Ghosts
Political violence and polarization stalk Europe today, with ominous echoes of the past.The New York Times - Top stories -
Viral kids creator Ms. Rachel says she experienced bullying after fundraising for children in Gaza
Viral kids creator Rachel Griffin Accurso, known as Ms. Rachel, said she’s experienced bullying online following a fundraiser she launched for children in Gaza.NBC News - Top stories -
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8 Books to Read Now: Best in Business
Books that illuminate the workplace and the marketplace, as featured by The Wall Street Journal’s reviewers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Manchester City have put themselves 'in history books'
Midfielder Phil Foden responds to Manchester City's record fourth successive title by saying "we’ve put ourselves in the history books".BBC News - Top stories -
Proposed North Carolina law would make it illegal to wear masks in public
Republican senators in North Carolina passed a bill Wednesday revoking a pandemic-era law allowing for masks to be worn in public for health concerns.NBC News - Top stories -
Apple Apologized for Its 'Crush' Ad. Steve Jobs Would be So Disappointed
Has Apple's rebel identity gone soft?Inc. - Business - Apple -
Jürgen Klopp reveals he would vote to scrap VAR in Premier League
Klopp says ‘these people are not able to use it properly’Liverpool manager may not give Sunday’s pre-game team talkJürgen Klopp has said he would scrap video assistant referees for the simple reason that Professional Game Match Officials Ltd is ...The Guardian - World -
Neuralink's first brain implant patient feared device would have to be removed
Noland Arbaugh, who is paralyzed from the shoulders down, became the first human patient to receive the Neuralink device in January.ABC News - Top stories -
Is Hunt right that Labour’s spending plans would leave a £38bn black hole?
Labour criticises a dossier released by the Conservatives that adds up how much their spending commitments would cost.BBC News - Top stories