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Taylor Swift closing out Eras Tour

Taylor Swift is ending her Eras Tour with a final weekend of performances in Vancouver, Canada. The tour has shattered records for concert ticket sales and attendance and led to the ...

CBS News - 5d

Notre Dame review – glorious resurrection is as close to time travel as it gets

Five years since it was gutted by fire, the soul of Paris is about to reopen its doors. Our critic is wowed by the buttery stonework, gleaming lead and gawp-inducing gilding. With France plunged ...

The Guardian - 5d

Syrian rebels close in on third major city in two weeks as thousands flee

Thousands left the Syrian city of Homs after insurgents took Hama in their rapid assault on government forces and pushed further south.

NBC News - 5d

House Blocks Release of Matt Gaetz Ethics Report as Republicans Close Ranks

In largely party-line votes, the House turned back two measures that would have forced the Ethics Committee to make public the results of its investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and ...

The New York Times - 6d

U.S. government to close Dublin women's prison after years of abuse

The federal Bureau of Prisons is permanently closing the notorious "rape club" women's prison in Dublin and will idle six facilities in a sweeping realignment after years of abuse, decay and ...

CBS News - 6d

Data centers proliferate nationwide, encroaching on cities, suburbs

Abutting homes, schools an parks, the sprawling warehouses are a huge drain on local resources and major pollutant.

CBS News - 6d

Friday Briefing: Syrian Rebels Storm Another City

Plus, a celebration of art in Dakar.

The New York Times - 6d

Why Arsenal are being called 'the new Stoke City'

Arsenal are leading the way at home and in Europe when it comes to set-piece goals - leading to a surprising comparison.

BBC News - 6d

Pep: Sigh of relief to break City's losing 'routine'

Pep Guardiola celebrated the end of Manchester City's seven-game winless run with a much needed 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest.

ESPN - 6d

The Guardian view on humanities in universities: closing English Literature courses signals a crisis

With degrees disappearing and reading rates plummeting, the arts face a critical moment in education and culture. The announcement that Canterbury Christ Church University in Kent is to stop ...

The Guardian - 6d

Android Is Now Using AI to Upgrade Your Phone’s Closed Captions

Google is rolling out new features for Android and Pixel devices, including a new memory capability for Gemini and the ability to generate expressive captions for nonspoken audio elements in videos.

Wired - 6d

Scientists close to solving mystery of how universe's giant galaxies formed

‘Cosmic collisions’ 12bn years ago could be key to understanding formation, say researchers. Galaxies crashing together 12bn years ago could have caused the universe’s biggest galaxies to form, ...

The Guardian - Dec. 5

City minister warns FCA on ‘name and shame’ plans

Tulip Siddiq says UK financial watchdog should consider rowing back further on its proposals for company scrutiny

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Why is this European city ranked No. 1 in the world for expats?

These are the best cities for international workers, according to a new quality-of-life ranking. Here's why this European locale tops the list.

CBS News - Dec. 4

Almost 30 Percent of U.S. Drug Stores Closed in a Decade, Study Says

Closures by big chains and independent stores hit poorer neighborhoods hardest, researchers found.

Inc. - Dec. 4

NBA closes investigation of Knicks’ promotion of assistant coach Rick Brunson

According to SNY’s Ian Begley, the NBA has been poking around on the Knicks’ promotion of assistant coach Rick Brunson.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4

Asteroid to make “close pass” near Earth next month

Yahoo News - Dec. 4

Most Rural Hospitals Have Closed Their Maternity Wards, Study Finds

Labor and delivery units are losing money and struggling to find staff, in rural areas and large cities alike.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Syrian rebels close in on symbolic victory in city synonymous with government brutality

Syrian rebel forces were on Wednesday within six miles of the central city of Hama, a city freighted with past horrors for antigovernment forces.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Inside Aleppo: the Syrian city captured by rebels

Opposition supporters are ecstatic but others are wary of their new Islamist rulers as Assad regime begins counteroffensive

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Shock martial law edict in South Korea follows chaotic recent history: A look at the crucial context

It may seem that the wild predawn scenes in Seoul, with hundreds of armed troops and frantic lawmakers storming South Korea's parliament building after the president suddenly declared martial law, ...

ABC News - Dec. 4

XDefiant Shuts Down In June 2025, Ubisoft Closes Two Offices

Ubisoft has announced that XDefiant will shut down on June 3, 2025. Additionally, Ubisoft is closing down its office in Osaka, Japan, as well as San Francisco.. Ubisoft explained that starting ...

GameSpot - Dec. 3

Nearly 30% of US drugstores closed in one decade, study shows

New research shows that nearly three out of 10 U.S. drugstores that were open during the previous decade had closed by 2021

ABC News - Dec. 3

Yellowknife city council drops city-run dog pound from budget

Yellowknife city council removed $550,000, intended to operate its own dog pound, from the city's draft budget on Monday.Council made the unanimous decision as part of its budget review. The city's ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Your Guide to New York City’s Holiday Windows

This year’s displays include tens of thousands of rhinestones, retired taxis and a “Wicked”-themed forest menagerie.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Liverpool boss jabs at Man City over investigation

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has joked that Manchester City might not be in the Premier League next season amid the ongoing financial rules investigation.

ESPN - Dec. 3

Syrian rebels reach outskirts of major city of Hama

Advance from Aleppo highlights weakness of regime forces

Financial Times - Dec. 3

How Amazon Aims to Feed Whole Foods’ Growth With Mini City Stores

Whole Foods is expanding its small format Daily Shop locations to offer fresh produce, groceries, and prepared meals for residents in metropolitan neighborhoods.

Inc. - Dec. 3

Syrian insurgents advance on Hama city after capturing Aleppo

Forces loyal to Bashar al-Assad in ‘violent confrontations’ with armed groups in Hama, according to reports. Middle East crisis – live updates Syrian insurgents fighting forces loyal to ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Parthenon Sculptures deal 'close', ex-Greek official says

Sir Keir Starmer met the Greek PM for talks at Downing Street - but it was not clear if the issue was discussed.

BBC News - Dec. 3

Judge closes Hunter Biden gun case after presidential pardon

Hunter Biden’s federal gun case was brought to a close by a judge Tuesday following the presidential pardon by his father. In a terse order, U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika terminated all ...

The Hill - Dec. 3