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Man dies while trying to cross Channel to UK
Forty-year-old has cardiac arrest after boat carrying 50 people deflates shortly after leaving France. A 40-year-old man died on Sunday trying to cross the Channel from northern France to the UK.. ...World - The Guardian - October 27 -
Indian man dies in Channel crossing attempt
French authorities say the man died when a dinghy sank shortly after departing the coast.Top stories - BBC News - October 27 -
Fifty-one migrants rescued from Channel
The boat’s engine failed off the coast of northern France overnight on Monday into Tuesday.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
Johnson: Congress coming back early for hurricane relief would be ‘premature’
Congress is not scheduled to be back in session until after the election.Politics - Politico - October 13 -
After fourth straight win, are Ravens back to being Super Bowl contenders?
Jackson threw for 323 yards with one touchdown and one interception, with nearly half his completions going to Zay Flowers (nine catches, 132 yards).Top stories - NBC News - October 13 -
Bucs put up 51 in win 'for everybody back home'
The Buccaneers defeated the Saints 51-27 on Sunday, capping a difficult week for the state of Florida, which was hit with its second major hurricane in two weeks.Sports - ESPN - October 13 -
Oysters are back on British menu – but will red tape stifle the shellfish boom?
Dispute over use of invasive species could hit production at seafood farms. You can see them on the specials boards of new restaurants and on chalkboards propped outside bars and pubs. Foodie ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
Garçonnières review – male insecurities revealed as film goes back to the man cave
Céline Pernet places a number of willing volunteers in front of a camera and asks them a series of candid questions, and the responses form a fascinating tapestry of experience. In an era where ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
Russian Disinformation Targets U.S.-Backed Anti-Malaria Campaign
Scientists fighting the spread of infectious diseases on the continent have been targeted online by pro-Russian activists, part of an effort to spread fear and mistrust of the West.World - The New York Times - October 14 -
An Artist Signed Over His Career to Investors. Now He Wants It Back.
Bjarne Melgaard’s rise in the art world came with strings attached and an unusual contract with investors. Now he’s suing to regain control of his artwork.Top stories - The New York Times - October 14 -
Scandal-hit Sinn Féin on back foot ahead of Irish elections
Leader Mary Lou McDonald vows to stay at helm of party despite resignations of two deputiesBusiness - Financial Times - October 14 -
Russia Is Winning Back Territory Taken by Ukraine in Its Summer Offensive
Moscow’s forces have been recapturing some villages and land taken in a Ukrainian incursion into Russia. The advances could undermine Kyiv’s hopes of pushing Russia to the negotiating table.World - The New York Times - October 14 -
Bridget Jones back in fashion with Gen Z, author says
Helen Fielding says young women are worse off today but take comfort from the character's exploits.Top stories - BBC News - October 14 -
Rizzo at first base for Yankees in ALCS opener against Cleveland, 16 days after fracturing fingers
Anthony Rizzo was back in the New York Yankees’ lineup for the American League Championship Series opener, just 16 days after fracturing a pair of fingers when hit by a pitchSports - ABC News - October 14 -
In Wisconsin, election officials push back against critics of drop boxes
Wisconsin election officials are reassuring the public about the safety of ballot drop boxes, which have been the subject of conspiracy theories in the state since 2020.Top stories - ABC News - October 14 -
'Fire Nick'? Sirianni chirps right back at angry Birds fans
Eagles fans reportedly started a "Fire Nick" chant during Sunday's 20-16 home win over one of the worst teams in football.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 13 -
Mets come out swinging in Game 2 vs. Dodgers, tie NLCS
Francisco Lindor crushed a leadoff homer and Mark Vientos added a grand slam, and Los Angeles never recovered. The series heads to NY tied 1-1.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14 -
LCS takeaways: Yankees grab Game 1, Mets pull even
The Mets quieted Dodger Stadium in an NLCS Game 2 blowout, while the ALCS began with a Yankees win.Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
Geraldo Rivera backing Harris: Trump 'cannot be trusted to honor the Constitution'
Television personality Geraldo Rivera revealed Monday that he is backing Vice President Harris over former President Trump in the election, now less than a month away. “Former President Trump is a ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
Rodón emulates 'robot' Cole, steers Yanks' G1 win
After struggling to control his emotions in the ALDS, Carlos Rodón sought to emulate teammate Gerrit Cole's demeanor on the mound. On Monday, he nailed the imitation, pitching the Yankees to a win ...Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
Harris, Trump go back and forth on mental acuity, fitness for office
Vice President Kamala Harris is raising concerns about former President Donald Trump’s fitness for office as he launches personal attacks on her intelligence. The Harris campaign says Trump ...Politics - NBC News - October 15 -
Neymar backs 'idol' Vini Jr.'s Ballon d'Or claim
Neymar has said he is hoping that countryman Vinícius Júnior becomes the first Brazilian in 17 years to win the Ballon d'Or award.Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
How Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz Sent Novak Djokovic Back to 2007
Djokovic dismantled a duopoly to ignite his tennis career. He will have to do it again in his final act.Sports - The New York Times - October 15 -
Will weight-loss drugs help jobless get back into work?
Ministers are lauding the new generation of weight-loss drugs - but are they really the solution?Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
Israel’s offensive against Hezbollah is working, and the West should back it fully
Lebanon's Prime Minister has expressed readiness to implement UN Security Council resolutions that would end Hezbollah as an armed force. Israel's offensive against the Iran-backed group has been ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
The Running Back Who Could Shatter a Record Set by Barry Sanders
Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty is on pace to rush for 2,704 yards.Sports - The New York Times - October 15 -
Ocasio-Cortez fires back at Fetterman’s 'bleak dunk attempt' on Gaza
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) fired back at Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) over his “bleak dunk attempt” on the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Fetterman, who is a vocal ...Politics - The Hill - October 16