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ESPN - Sports
Madrid's Courtois backs Rodri on strike action
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has backed Rodri's warning that players could be close to taking strike action over the number of games they're being asked to play.36 minutes ago -
Inc. - Business
Why Bonobos Founder Andy Dunn's New Startup Mission is About Facilitating Friendships
Dunn has focused his Pie startup on helping people organize and attend public events for real interactions and experiences, rather than live through devices.5 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Is continuity enough to get the Bucks back into title contention?
The Bucks are heading into 2024-25 after back-to-back seasons of playoff disappointment. Will Dame and Giannis find their groove?5 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Brazil fines Musk's X for site's return after ban
The social media platform formerly known as Twitter was banned in the country in August.6 hours ago - Brazil -
NBC News - Politics
Harris pushes back on Trump campaign's themes on immigration
Vice President Kamala Harris is pushing back against the Trump campaign's proposed immigration policies and "mass deportation." "What are they talking about?" she asked while speaking to Latino ...10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The New York Times - World
Trump’s Derision of Haitians Goes Back Years
Former President Donald J. Trump’s false comments about pet-eating Haitian immigrants are the latest in a pattern of attacks against people from the Caribbean nation.Yesterday - Donald Trump -
Inc. - Business
Lionsgate Partners With AI Video Startup Runway
Could artificial intelligence create an action sequence capable of rivaling John Wick? We may find out soon.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Startup Intuitive Machines Wins $4.8 Billion NASA Contract
To establish a permanent base on the Moon and explore its surface, NASA needs a 21st century communications infrastructure. It chose a small Houston, Texas-based commercial space company to do the ...Yesterday - NASA -
VentureBeat - Tech
AI startup Rep.ai raises $7.5M to launch ‘digital twin’ sales representatives
Rep.ai raises $7.5M to launch AI-powered "digital twin" sales representatives, offering 24/7 video and audio engagement for website visitors, challenging traditional chatbots and human sales ...Yesterday - Artificial Intelligence -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Oasis Reunion Brings Back Spotlight on the Gallagher Hairstyle
News of a new tour put the band — and the rough-hewed hairstyles popularized by its sibling frontmen, Liam and Noel Gallagher — back in the spotlight.Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Back in L.A., Taurasi knows 'end is near,' not when
In what might have been Diana Taurasi's last game in her hometown of Los Angeles, her Mercury won a chippy game Tuesday night that saw Phoenix veteran Brittney Griner and Sparks rookie Rickea ...Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
How Can You Detect AI-Generated Text? This Startup Has Some Compelling Ideas
The AI detection company GPTZero is launching a new authorship tracker.Yesterday -
ESPN - Sports
Bounce-back picks: Defensemen to draft
Which defensemen can bounce back to previous scoring highs after a disappointing 2023-24? Keep reading to find out.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
54 percent of Americans back mass deportation of immigrants: Poll
A new poll has found that more than half of all Americans support the mass deportation of undocumented immigrants, with a large number of Democrats also supporting the effort.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Lobbying World: Hur heads back to King & Spalding
Robert Hur and Leah Grossi have returned to King & Spalding as partners in the firm’s special matters and government investigations practice. Hur, best known as the special counsel investigating ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Sports
Hunter Goodman, Ezequiel Tovar homer in back-to-back games, Rockies again beat D-backs 8-2
Hunter Goodman and Ezequiel Tovar hit home runs, Ryan Feltner pitched into the seventh inning for his first victory at Coors Field in two years, and the Colorado Rockies beat Arizona 8-2, dealing a ...Yesterday - MLB -
Financial Times - World
Charlie Mullins is back on Pimlico Plumbers’ home turf
Family of UK’s best-known plumber challenges private equity’s approach to home servicesYesterday -
Inc. - Business
Pentagon Awards Startup Rocket Motor Maker Ursa Major $12.5 Million
The Pentagon turns to smaller private companies as it tries to build up supplies depleted by supporting Ukraine and Israel.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Glasgow to host scaled-back Commonwealth Games in 2026
Scottish city secures bid after Victoria pulls out due to concerns over spiralling costs2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Amazon tells staff to get back to office five days a week
The e-commerce giant is ending hybrid working and will stop people hot-desking in the US.2 days ago - Amazon -
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BBC News - Top stories
Injured loggerhead turtle released back into wild
The creature has been released in the Azores after a successful rehabilitation programme.2 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Sports group backed by Saudi wealth fund seeks stake in European basketball
EuroLeague is looking to sell minority holding worth €1bn, but PIF’s SURJ firm faces competition from BC Partners2 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Viral ref from Jefferson TD vs. 49ers was college running back
NFL back judge Tyree Walton, viral for the speed showcased on Justin Jefferson's 97-yard touchdown against the 49ers, was a college running back.2 days ago - NFL -
Financial Times - Business
Amazon orders staff back to office five days a week
Company says in-person presence makes work ‘simpler and more effective’ as its rolls back pandemic-era remote policy3 days ago - Amazon