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Silicon Valley’s General Catalyst raises $8bn in global push
New money is the largest sum raised by a venture capital firm in more than 2 yearsBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Lost Chopin waltz unearthed after almost 200 years
The unknown waltz was discovered in the vault of the Morgan Library and Museum in New York.Top stories - BBC News - October 29 -
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Private jet emissions soar almost 50% in four years
High use of aviation ‘taxis’ for big events such as World Cup, Davos — and climate summits, study findsWorld - Financial Times - November 7 -
Tokyo Metro shares surge 45% on debut after Japan's largest IPO in six years
The IPO offered 2.32 billion shares for a price of 1,200 yen apiece, valuing the offering at 348.6 billion yen ($2.3 billion)Business - CNBC - October 23 -
Lost Chopin waltz discovered in New York museum after almost 200 years
Hidden for nearly two centuries, a mysterious waltz believed to be written by Frédéric Chopin has been discovered in a New York museum - could this be a lost masterpiece?Top stories - NBC News - October 29 -
Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges almost a year after opening statements in trial
Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges almost a year after opening statements in trialEntertainment - ABC News - October 31 -
Man United makes its worst league start in almost 40 years after 1-1 draw with Chelsea
Moises Caicedo’s stunning long-range volley has secured a 1-1 draw for Chelsea against Manchester United in the Premier LeagueSports - ABC News - November 3 -
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Army Private Is Identified Almost 80 Years After Death in World War II
Jeremiah P. Mahoney had been missing in action since 1945. His remains will be interred in Arlington National Cemetery in 2025.Top stories - The New York Times - November 11 -
'Everything almost perfect' for Bompastor and Chelsea
If this is Chelsea in a new era under Sonia Bompastor, it seems they are heading in the same direction as their previous one - towards more success.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
It's almost Halloween. That means it's time for a bat beauty contest
A special kind of beauty contest featuring bats kicked off in the lead-up to HalloweenTech - ABC News - October 26 -
At a Glitzy Saudi Investment Forum, Almost No Mention of War
Saudi Arabia and its Gulf neighbors are seeking to reassure foreign investors that it’s still safe to do business amid the turmoil around the Mideast.Business - The New York Times - October 30 -
Mariah Carey is (almost) ready to bring Christmas to you
The singer and songwriter with the Olympic-athlete-level voice talks about her second career as the self-appointed Queen of Christmas.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 30 -
Almost Every Interactive Title Is Leaving Netflix
For years, Netflix has tried to extend its dominance in the streaming realm to the gaming industry with interactive TV shows and movies, as well as actual video games. But following Netflix's ...Tech - GameSpot - November 5 -
'It is almost impossible to outplay teams in the Premier League'
Former Southampton player Jo Tessem tells the Goin' Home With Adam And Jo podcast that Southampton's lack of threat in one-on-one situations is their biggest issue. When you look at the changes we ...Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 11 -
Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 wins album of the year at the 2024 Latin Grammys, a 25th anniversary party
Juan Luis Guerra 4_40 won album of the year at the 2024 Latin Grammys, not long after receiving record of the year for “Mambo 23.”Entertainment - ABC News - 6 days ago -
Tyson 'almost died' months before Paul defeat
Mike Tyson says his defeat by Jake Paul actually felt like a victory after 'almost dying' months before the fight.Top stories - BBC News - 4 days ago -
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Almost £2m claimed in riot compensation so far
Most pay-outs are expected to come from local budgets for police commissioners or mayors.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
Social Security and Medicare affect almost everyone — and they’re barely being discussed
When it comes to entitlements, both presidential candidates have been vague and misleadingBusiness - MarketWatch - October 23 -
'Almost unbeatable' - so will Liverpool turn wins and records into trophies?
Liverpool boss Arne Slot says records are nice but he would rather have trophies after his side's 11th win in 12 games.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Hill: Tua's return to field 'almost made me cry'
Tyreek Hill called Tua Tagovailoa's return to Dolphins practice Wednesday "beautiful." "Almost made me cry today like just having him in the lineup, having him call the plays, having him direct the ...Sports - ESPN - October 24 -
Almost 500 damaged ballots retrieved from burned box in Washington state
Almost 500 damaged ballots were retrieved from a burned ballot box in Washington state, according to a county official. Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey said that about 475 ballots were recovered ...Politics - The Hill - October 30 -
Scott Burton Left His Legacy to MoMA. Today’s He’s Almost Forgotten.
Scott Burton, one of America’s leading sculptors, entrusted his estate to the museum in 1989, when he was sick with AIDS, to ensure his place in art history. It turned out to be a bad idea.Top stories - The New York Times - October 29 -
Almost 100 people killed by devastating floods in eastern Spain
Floods sparked by torrential rain in Spain's Valencia region have left almost 100 people dead and others still missing amid mud-caked debris.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
India says frontier disengagement with China along their disputed border is 'almost complete'
India's defense minister says India and China have pulled most of their frontline troops further away from their disputed border in the remote Himalayan Ladakh regionWorld - ABC News - October 31 -
Ozempic reduces knee osteoarthritis pain by almost half: Study
The results of a clinical trial published this week found that the active ingredient in the diabetes and weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy was linked with a near halving of reported pain ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Monster Hunter Wilds Beta Begins With Almost 500,000 Concurrent Players On Steam
Talk about a strong start for the Monster Hunter Wilds beta. Just hours after releasing, the early test for the action-adventure game hit over 460,000 concurrent players on Steam. Keep in mind ...Tech - GameSpot - November 1 -
Gears 6 Almost Blasted Off To Space, Says Former Coalition Boss
Space, the final frontier... for Gears of War 6? That apparently was in the cards years ago when former The Coalition head honcho Rod Fergusson was at the studio. However, those plans may have ...Tech - GameSpot - November 4 -
This Almost-Vacation Bargain Keeps Hotels Busy When Travel Dips
The sale of day passes to pools, spas, and gyms is one way the hospitality industry is battling stagnating occupancy rates and increasing room prices.Business - Inc. - November 4 -
The M4 Mac Mini Is Almost Perfect. There’s Just 1 Problem
Apple’s smallest computer is a delightful update, if you can overlook the steep upgrade pricing.Business - Inc. - November 7 -
‘Almost unparalleled suffering’ in Gaza as UN says nearly 70% of those killed are women and children
Head of the Norwegian Refugee Council calls for peace process to begin as new figures reveal civilians have borne the brunt of the war. Nearly 70% of the people killed in the war in Gaza are women ...World - The Guardian - November 8 -
The final price tag on 2024 political advertising: Almost $11 billion
The total bill for ad spending in the 2024 election hit almost $11 billion, a new record and a substantial increase from the $9 billion spent in 2020.Politics - NBC News - November 8 -
‘Almost like imprisonment’: the shocking truth about life for boybands in their ‘golden era’
Mobbed, groped, overworked, paid a pittance and given little time off … ahead of a major TV series about boybands, former members of 5ive and 911 reveal what success was really like for many. ...World - The Guardian - November 11 -
Here is why Costco recalled almost 80,000 pounds of butter
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.Top stories - CBS News - November 12 -
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China borrows almost as cheaply as US in return to dollar bond market
Investors place nearly $40bn of orders to buy $2bn of bonds issued by China’s finance ministryBusiness - Financial Times - November 14