Why a nemesis is one of life’s greatest gifts

An arch-enemy compels us to confront what we desire — not in another person, but for ourselves

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Why Saw Is The Greatest Horror Movie Franchise Ever

When we think of long-running horror franchises, traditionally we're talking about strings of movies that don't have much to do with each other beyond the ongoing premise. This stuff is supposed to ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 28

‘You only get one shot so why not?’: The Bear’s Matty Matheson on cooking, addiction and making the most of life

Millions knew him as The Bear’s lovable goofball Neil Fak, but his own story is more than a match for the show’s boiling tension. He talks about his restaurant empire, YouTube fame and journey back ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

Rail to the Reef: an easy train journey to one of the greatest natural wonders

A sleeper train with ‘thoughtful touches’ along the Queensland coast offers diverse and diver-friendly access points to the Great Barrier Reef. Stretching from south-east Queensland to the tip of ...

World - The Guardian - October 18

Kuminga's ‘gift' comes to life off Warriors' bench vs. Pelicans

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga didn't change his approach in a bench role Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 30

In pictures: Life of former One Direction singer

The former One Direction star died at the age of 31 in Argentina on Wednesday.

Americans spend $300 billion a year on gift cards. Why some experts say they should stop.

“Gift cards are a good idea for everybody but the person who receives them.”

Business - MarketWatch - 10 hours ago

Level Up Your Gaming Life With One Move You Won’t Regret

If you’re a PC player looking to take your experience to the next level, it’s time to talk about PC Game Pass . For just $13.95 a month, your PC Game Pass subscription opens the door to a massive ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 24

Working Well: Seeking the elusive work-life balance, one step at a time

It’s no surprise that workers feel burned-out

Health - ABC News - October 31

New Super7 Godzilla Minus One Collectible Toy Roars To Life

It's the 70th anniversary of Godzilla this week, and to celebrate, Super7 has revealed its new Godzilla Minus One collectible figure. This highly detailed and articulated figure is designed to be ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 1

What life is like in one of the most remote places on Earth

World - Yahoo News - November 4

Why Ukrainian Andriy Tsaplienko risks his life reporting on war with Russia

Andriy Tsaplienko reported on wars around the world. Then war came to his home country of Ukraine when Russia invaded. He's now committed to documenting what happens there, despite the risks.

One Direction star Liam Payne dies: A look at singer's life through photos

Former One Direction singer Liam Payne has died at the age of 31. A look at his life through images.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16

'Hey man, are you good?': Inside Liam Payne's troubled life after One Direction

In Liam Payne's words and interviews with friends and collaborators, the late pop star emerges as a talent struggling with addiction in the spotlight.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 1

Piecing Life Back Together After Helene, One Mud-Splattered Photo at a Time

The Mosses’ home washed away during the hurricane, and with it went their photos of a son who had died as a child. They didn’t know a determined detective was on the case.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Why Brock Purdy Is One of the N.F.L.’s Best Quarterbacks

The 49ers’ passer has remarkably similar numbers to Joe Burrow.

Sports - The New York Times - October 15

Why Thomas Tuchel Was the Right Choice for England. And the Wrong One, Too.

An outcry over the hiring of a German to lead England’s national team was predictable. But don’t dismiss every objection out of hand.

World - The New York Times - October 18

Are U.S. stocks really headed for a ‘lost decade’? Why one strategist disagrees.

Are U.S. stocks really headed for a “lost decade,” as several prominent Wall Street firms have warned? The founder of one eponymous research shop doesn’t think so.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

Why it could be a lifetime until there's another World Series like this one

Here’s how this year’s Dodgers-Yankees showdown is unlike any other World Series we'll see for a long time.

Why inflation in one battleground state could sway the election

With a tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the U.S. election could hinge on how voters choose to look at inflation. Here's why.

US voters on one reason Trump won... and why Harris lost

After Donald Trump's decisive victory, we asked Americans what they think made the difference for each campaign.

Somebody moved UK's oldest satellite, and no-one knows who or why

Britain's oldest satellite is in the wrong part of the sky, but no-one's really sure who moved it.

Second to none: why Porto is my number one for a city break in Portugal

Second cities can be more welcoming and fun than capitals, perhaps nowhere more so than Porto, with its less manicured charm. If you walk along the south banks of the Douro River in Vila Nova de ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Why 'One Love's' Lashana Lynch felt right at home with Rita Marley

'Bob Marley: One Love' focuses on the music legend's life. In reading the script, Lashana Lynch realized Rita Marley was 'imperative' to his journey.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 2 days ago

The missing midlife crisis: why 81% of millennials say they can’t afford one

This traditional period of inner turmoil is often accompanied by weight gain, cosmetic treatments, ill-advised purchases and new hobbies. But is it becoming a thing of the past?. Name: The ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Why One of Hockey’s Great Players Isn’t in the Hall of Fame

Alexander Mogilny has been deserving of induction for 15 years, and his exclusion isn’t some great mystery, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - 2 days ago

29+ personalized holiday gifts

We rounded up 29+ personalized gifts for everyone on your list — including embroidered tote bags, customized photo puzzles, engraved jewelry and more.

The Gift of Group Intelligence

Three reasons to embrace lessons from The Hive Mind at Work.

Business - Inc. - October 31

How Israel Pulled Off Its Largest-Ever Strike on Its Nemesis Iran

The attack unfolded in waves, striking missile-manufacturing and surface-to-air missile-defense sites, but steering clear of oil and nuclear facilities that Iran had warned would prompt a retaliation.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 26

Dune: Prophecy Trailer Reveals The Sisterhood's Greatest Enemy

HBO's upcoming Dune prequel series, Dune: Prophecy , is set 10,000 years before the events of the films . The show will revolve around the Sisterhood that grew in power over time to become the ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 17

Willpower Is Not Enough for Even the Greatest Leaders to Thrive

Your company needs more than your conviction.

Business - Inc. - October 24

Which was the greatest F1 wet-weather drive?

Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have all mastered treacherous conditions to win F1 races - but which was the best?

Leonardo, Raphael and Michelangelo: who is the greatest of the Renaissance masters?

Ahead of a new exhibition at London’s Royal Academy of Arts, writers make a case for each of Renaissance art’s big three, from the secretive genius of Leonardo and Raphael’s beguiling brilliance, ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

The Best Online Gift Cards and Digital Gift Ideas (2024)

Forget the wrapping paper and shipping. Go digital this year with subscriptions, ebooks, apps, and more.

Tech - Wired - November 5

8 Thoughtful Gifts for Your Coworkers

You see them every single day (almost). Our curated guide features personalized gifts for every office personality, from the foodies to the minimalists.

Tech - Wired - October 21

The best holiday gifts under $50

You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to find a great holiday gift. We rounded up tons of gifts under $50 from Patagonia, Parachute, Brightland and more.

Starmer tightens rules on gifts to ministers

It comes after the PM and other cabinet ministers have faced criticism for accepting freebies.

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