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Why Sergio Pérez's dream move to Red Bull became such a nightmare
After four years, Sergio Pérez is out at Red Bull. Once F1's most underrated driver, "Checo" is without a job for 2025 and has a reputation to rebuild.ESPN - 1h -
From The Substance to Mormon wives: the year pop culture’s stretched, stuffed faces became too strange to ignore
As faces chase agelessness, cosmetic procedures are surging – and the taboo against commenting on women’s appearances is beginning to dissolve. “Notice how the incisors and the canines are the same ...The Guardian - 9h -
Fyodor fever: how Dostoevsky became a social media sensation
White Nights, the author’s 1848 novella, sounds an unlikely candidate to go viral, but the story of lovelorn loneliness is now a favourite among TikTok and Instagram users. . Being popular on ...The Guardian - 1d -
In the end, Syria and Assad became just too toxic – even for Putin | Nikolay Kozhanov
It was no surprise that Moscow stepped aside as the rebels advanced. But this is not the end for Russia in the Middle East. The fall of the Assad regime marks the end of a big chapter in Russia’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
Clock gaffe upsets Commanders; Saints mad too
Commanders coach Dan Quinn and Saints coach Darren Rizzi both had gripes about the officiating in Washington's win Sunday.ESPN - 2d -
The Trouble Began Where #MeToo Became #ChurchToo
Yes, people want justice — as long as justice costs them nothing or very little.The New York Times - 3d -
How ‘Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer’ Became a Hit
It started with a novelty songwriter stranded on a snowy night. Decades later, listeners still can’t get his tune, “Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer,” out of their heads.The New York Times - 4d -
Slot: Misfiring Darwin Nunez 'wants it too much'
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has said striker Darwin Núñez wants to score goals "almost too much" amid ongoing criticism of his performances for the club.ESPN - 5d -
The First New Foreign Policy Challenge for Trump Just Became Clear
Because of Syria’s centrality in the Middle East, positive change there could radiate out in all directions.The New York Times - 5d -
The Indian teen who became the world's youngest chess champion
On Thursday Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest world champion at the age of 18.BBC News - 5d -
Stokes admits putting 'too much emphasis' on Ashes
England captain Ben Stokes admits he put "too much emphasis" on next year's Ashes in Australia and will now be "toning down expectations".BBC News - 6d -
How a Former N.F.L. Player Became a Viral Woodworking Sensation
In some ways, John Malecki can thank a cheap coffee table for his 1.2 million subscribers on YouTube.The New York Times - 6d -
Opioids Ravaged a Kentucky Town. Then Rehab Became Its Business.
In Louisa, an unbearable social crisis has become the main source of economic opportunity.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
Syrian activist whose suffering became symbol of Assad brutality found dead in Sednaya prison
Mazen al-Hamada had escaped to tell the world about regime’s torture before returning to Damascus. Middle East crisis – live updates When he spoke to lawmakers and in lecture theatres around ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Canadiens: Too Rich, Too Soon?
Yesterday on La Poche Bleue, Blanc, Rouge, Andre Roy and Steve Begin commented on the contract the Montreal Canadiens signed with Juraj Slafkovsky and suffice to say, they are not fans.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 10 -
How Being an Influencer Became a New American Dream
Two preteen girls promote fashion and beauty products to thousands of online fans from their rural Alabama home.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
How Chelsea became unexpected Premier League title challengers | Jonathan Wilson
Enzo Maresca’s team started the season in chaos and uncertainty. But that was the case the last time they claimed the league crown. Sign up to Soccer with Jonathan Wilson here Nobody saw ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
How Mexico's Soap-Opera Tycoons Became the Country's Trump Whisperers
A surprising surge of support from Hispanic voters bolstered the president-elect’s comeback.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9 -
How a Criminal With Close Ties to China Became a New York Power Broker
John Chan was a Chinatown gangster before remaking himself into a powerful force in New York politics — one closely aligned with the Chinese Communist Party.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Almost all of earth became permanently drier since 1990: Report
More than 75 percent of the globe became permanently drier over the past three decades, according to a report from the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). The report, ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
Bashar al-Assad, an Ophthalmologist Who Became a Dictator, Is the Last of a Despotic Dynasty
Once a self-styled modernizer, Syria’s president bought time with a harsh crackdown, but his government eventually succumbed to its many enemies.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 8 -
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How a uranium mine became a pawn in the row between Niger and France
France's nuclear giant has lost control of its uranium mining operations in the West African state.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Dull Men's Club - the 'mundane' Facebook group that became an unlikely hit
A smooth Mars Bar caused a club, created in New York in the 1980s, to go viral. But does it live up to its name?BBC News - Dec. 8 -
How SMU's first season in the ACC became a massive success
Rhett Lashlee's Mustangs have defied all expectations to get within a win of the College Football Playoff.ESPN - Dec. 7 -
‘Mummy would prefer you not to do that’: how ‘no’ became a dirty word in parenting
The gentle, child-led approach to raising children has become popular with millennials – and one two-letter word has fallen sharply out of fashion. Is this progress, or a recipe for future ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
How an insurance CEO's killer became a symbol of American anger
People on social media have been celebrating the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was killed in an apparent premeditated attack.The Hill - Dec. 6 -
It’s Not Too Late to Rein In Holiday Spending
Research suggests that you’ll spend less than you otherwise would by setting a strict budget — even if you go over the budget.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
How Syria’s rebels became makers of drones and guided missiles
What began as a band of a few dozen jihadis is now a disciplined force with units producing modern weaponryFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
'I'm Still Here' became unexpectedly timely with Brazil's rightward shift
Director Walter Salles had ties to the political family in 'I'm Still Here.' Their story reveals the collective journey of a country.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
How an untested screenwriter became Luca Guadagnino's ace film collaborator
Playwright Justin Kuritzkes won Italian director Luca Guadagnino over with his 'Challengers' script and proceeded to collaborate with him again on 'Queer.'Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
Jeudy's Denver return: 'A lot of boos ... catches too'
Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy put together a career night in his first game back in Denver -- nine catches for 235 receiving yards and a touchdown -- but would have traded it all for a Cleveland ...ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Global Airlines Too Slow to Switch to Green Jet Fuel, Study Says
The advocacy group Transport and Environment faults carriers for slow adoption rates, and oil producers for underinvesting in the sustainable aviation gas.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
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Tuberville on Hunter Biden pardon: 'If it was my son, I’d pardon him, too'
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) seemingly agreed with President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden over the weekend, but took issue with the president's prior vow to stay out of the ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
How an American steel takeover became a political firestorm
A Japanese company’s plan to buy US Steel is challenging the country’s long-standing policy towards foreign investmentFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
‘Too big of a departure?’: the experts’ verdict on Jaguar’s electric car launch
Insiders who were at the Type 00 event in Miami and others give their views on the car, the rebrand and the marketing. Jaguar boss says it has shown ‘fearless creativity’ Business live – ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
China's Flood of Cheap Goods Is Angering Its Allies, Too
The deluge of inexpensive items washing over the developing world is jacking up tensions between China and the Global South, complicating Beijing’s plans to build alliances as it confronts trade ...The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
Old convictions are holding too many back
Criminal records should be reformed to offer employers a better, fairer way to assess potential hiresFinancial Times - Dec. 3
