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A Union That Could Not Wait

After a year of dating, Adrian Burrus and Quinn Sames began considering marriage. But when the presidential election results were announced, getting married became a priority.

The New York Times - 2d

‘Nutcracker’ Is a Casualty of a ‘Quarantine’ of Russian Culture in Lithuania

Lithuania’s national opera house had stopped showing Tchaikovsky’s 1892 masterpiece in solidarity with Ukraine over the war with Russia. Then a new minister expressed fondness for the Russian ...

The New York Times - 6h

'As impressive as any freshman that we've had in a long, long time': Why Sarah Strong is UConn's next star

UConn's Strong has emerged as the freshman of the year front-runner and one of the country's top players.

ESPN - 11h

Can you remember these 2024 culture moments?

Beyoncé's award snub, Zendaya's method dressing, and an unfortunate payslip mix-up between actors - these are the year's most memorable moments.

BBC News - 1d

Ukraine’s waiting game for Trump

Kyiv and its European allies believe they have a chance to shape the incoming president’s plan to end the war. But they are divided over what to propose

Financial Times - 1d

Macron thanks Gisèle Pelicot for courage, advocacy during rape trial

Yahoo News - 2d

Hundreds of driving examiners to be recruited to cut wait times

The government says there is a "huge" backlog for tests, with instructors branding the system a "nightmare".

BBC News - 3d

Government funding bill ‘should’ve been done a long time ago,’ says House Democrat

Rep. Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.), chair of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss the short-term funding bill to prevent a government shutdown, and weighs ...

NBC News - 3d

Accelerating semiconductor innovation with AI and data insights

The Semiconductor industry is the innovation engine of the world. As Moore's Law slows down, new devices architecture emerges. PDF Solutions creates unique data and uses AI to enable insights and ...

CBS News - 3d

5 Ways to Avoid Happywashing in Your Company Culture

Practical ways to ensure your company is protecting its culture and employees’ well-being.

Inc. - 4d

If you’ve got children, you need to watch Swiped – and see how sick their phones are making them | Simon Jenkins

The terrible toll that smartphones are taking on young people is now undeniable. We need to start talking about a ban. Every parent of a school-age child should watch Swiped , the Channel 4 ...

The Guardian - 5d

What Happened to the Tech Industry’s ‘Perks Culture’?

After mass layoffs and a pivot to A.I., the tech industry has been scaling back on the splashy and quirky benefits it had become known for.

The New York Times - 5d

Sober for party season? No thanks! Why this Londoner won't be cutting back on alcohol

The rise of ‘sober coaching’ is of no interest to Henry Conway, who can find an appropriate tipple for any occasion

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Maggie Rogers on her long-form music: "I've always loved art that takes time"

The singer-songwriter went from being an NYU music student wowing Pharrell Williams in a viral video, to selling out Madison Square Garden. She talks about musical obsessions, and her appreciation ...

CBS News - 6d

'A unicorn is just different’: Travis Hunter set himself apart a long time ago

Every step of the way, Colorado's Hunter has made things look easy, even when they weren't. Watch the Heisman Trophy ceremony at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN.

ESPN - Dec. 14

The Murdoch Feud Explained, With Thanks to ‘Succession’

“I love each of my children,” said the patriarch. “But these companies need a designated leader.”

The New York Times - Dec. 14

Six Childhood Scourges We’ve Forgotten About, Thanks to Vaccines

Most Americans, including doctors, have no memory of the devastating diseases that routinely threatened children until the 1960s.

The New York Times - Dec. 14

Sir David Jason: ‘You’ve got to make your audience enjoy it’

The actor, 84, talks about memories of the Blitz, surviving through humour, the inspiration of Ronnie Barker and being knighted by the Queen. Near the end of the Second World War, I must have ...

The Guardian - Dec. 14

Beaded Patterns That Help Tell the Story of a Culture

In Singapore, women in the Peranakan community have revived the art of creating figures and geometric designs on their slippers.

The New York Times - Dec. 13

Record court backlog as victims wait years for justice

In some cases, victims reporting serious crimes such as rape won't see suspects tried for four years.

BBC News - Dec. 12

From the DealBook Summit: Influential People Share Their Insights

Industry leaders attending the conference were asked about artificial intelligence, the economy, international relations and more.

The New York Times - Dec. 11

German church loses tower title to Spanish one thanks to Germans

Yahoo News - Dec. 11

Seal colony thriving 'thanks to secluded site'

The National Trust hopes the colony will continue to grow and rival others along the coast.

BBC News - Dec. 11

Russia’s decline accelerates, thanks to Turkey and Israel in Syria

Assad has fled to Moscow, Iran has withdrawn from Syria and abandoned its mercenaries, and Russia’s remaining soldiers are isolated in the Assadist strongholds of Latakia and Tartus — where its ...

The Hill - Dec. 10

This is the best time of year to buy a used car — wait for Memorial Day, and you'll miss it

Finding an affordable used car proved to be a challenge the last couple of years. If you need to buy a used car, here's when to get the best deals.

CNBC - Dec. 10

Syrians Also Have Israel to Thank for Their Liberation

Israel’s actions diminished Assad’s ability to resist the rebels.

The New York Times - Dec. 8

A short guide to Syria’s long war

Assad’s fall concludes the arc of ‘Arab Spring’ uprisings that reshaped the region

Financial Times - Dec. 8

Chris Drury Thanks Jacob Trouba With Trade To Ducks Official

Both the Rangers and Ducks general managers released statements following the trade for Jacob Trouba.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

So You’ve Had a Hysterectomy. Do You Know What Was Removed?

Patients often are in the dark about which organs remain and which were removed — particularly the ovaries, which profoundly influence lifelong health.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Arsenal are like Pulis-era Stoke? Thanks for the compliment, says Mikel Arteta

Arsenal manager proud of his side’s set-piece record ‘We want to be the best at everything,’ says Arteta Mikel Arteta has said it is a compliment for Arsenal to be compared to Stoke under Tony ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

‘You’ve got to cop it’: Postecoglou confronted by Spurs fans after defeat

The 1-0 loss at Bournemouth prompts jeers for manager ‘I didn’t like what was being said because I’m a human’ Ange Postecoglou vowed to keep fighting to revive Tottenham’s fortunes after ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

The NFT Is Dead. Long Live the NFT?

The giddy craze for nonfungible tokens brought the crypto crowd to art auctions. Now, long after the bubble burst, some still believe.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

Thanks to conference realignment, the Alamo Bowl will be a matchup of two Big 12 teams

The bowl said that it'll choose from Arizona State, BYU, Colorado and Iowa State.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5

Tricked by a Fake Viral Food Product? You’ve Just Been Snackfished

They’ve racked up millions of views on Instagram, but these products aren’t coming to a store near you.

Wired - Dec. 5

Charities see an uptick in giving. This Giving Tuesday, they can thank retirees for that.

Older Americans can still do a better job of donating in a tax-advantageous way, experts said.

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Millions will have to wait up to 12 years for NHS weight-loss drug

Fears that giving 3.4 million people immediate access to new weight-loss drug could overwhelm NHS.

BBC News - Dec. 5

Elderly patient left unable to swallow after 52-hour A&E wait

Report highlights ‘shocking’ example of man left unable to swallow after waiting over two days mostly on a bed in a corridor without regular medication . An elderly man was left unable to swallow ...

The Guardian - Dec. 5