Contradicts Long Held

Playing Out a Dream, a Long, Long Way From Home

An academy of a team in England’s lower leagues offers Americans at the end of their collegiate eligibility a chance to continue their soccer careers.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Goodbye to Democracy? Not Quite Yet.

In a year filled with elections, the state of democracy is thriving by many measures. But there are dark clouds on the horizon.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Sinwar’s Death Highlights Israel’s Long Quest for Deterrence

Israel’s killing of the Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is the latest expression of Israel’s belief that regional acceptance will be achieved only through strength.

World - The New York Times - October 19

Winnipeg Jets' Attendance Improving, But There's A Long Way To Go

It's hard to believe the Winnipeg Jets, an undefeated team in a Canadian hockey market, can't sell out the second-smallest arena in the NHL, says Ken Campbell.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Bettors backing Bronny as long shot ROY pick

More bets have been placed on Bronny James to win the NBA's Rookie of the Year than any other player at multiple major U.S. sportsbooks.

Sports - ESPN - October 22

Gordon signs new long-term deal with Newcastle

Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon signs a new long-term deal with the Premier League club.

Workers could get right to strike for a year

A government document says the mandate to take industrial action could be extended.

The Long, Syncopated Journey From Scott Joplin to Beyoncé

Critics have come a long way since “Maple Leaf Rag.” Just consider how “Cowboy Carter” rode into town.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Israel targeted military sites in long-awaited counterstrike on Iran

In a statement, Israel Defense Forces said that "in response to months of continuous attacks," it conducted "precise strikes on military targets in Iran."

UK’s long-awaited Budget Day arrives

Plus, tech, pharma and oil lead the earnings run, Bank of Japan makes a rate call and Britain’s opposition party picks a new leader

World - Financial Times - October 27

Starbucks’s CEO Steps In to Tackle Long List of Issues

Customers are turning away from the coffee giant, and its new chief executive, Brian Niccol, has to figure out how to get them back.

Business - The New York Times - October 30

America’s gender-gap election has a long history

The question of whether the US can stomach a woman as president remains open

World - Financial Times - October 31

Emotions hit Kershaw at parade 'long time coming'

Clayton Kershaw was hit with the emotions of finally celebrating a World Series championship with the city of Los Angeles on Friday during the Dodgers' downtown parade.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

Will there be a long wait for Pennsylvania's election results in 2024?

Pennsylvania's ballot counting lasted days in 2020, but will that be the case again in 2024? CBS News Pittsburgh political reporter Jon Delano reports on why the count took so long in 2020 and how ...

TV Networks Prepared for a Long Wait That Wasn’t

Anchors were ready to camp out in the studio for days on end. Instead, Donald J. Trump declared victory in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago

The Long Wave: Is Kemi Badenoch’s victory a win to Nigerians?

Despite initial excitement after becoming the first Black leader of any British political party, a cooling to Badenoch’s ascent is on the horizon. • Don’t get The Long Wave delivered to your ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

The long Obama era is over | Osita Nwanevu

The Democrats must learn to speak to voters who don’t believe in the politics of old and aren’t interested in returning to it. The ever-splenetic HL Mencken once wrote that “democracy is the theory ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

The Long Global Trail of Resentment Behind Trump’s Resurrection

Disillusionment with the world that emerged from the Cold War has fueled a long-gathering revolt against the established order.

World - The New York Times - 3 days ago

At Long Last, the Surge in S.T.I.s May Be Leveling Off

Rates of gonorrhea declined in 2023, while diagnoses of syphilis and chlamydia held roughly steady, according to new C.D.C. data.

Health - The New York Times - 3 hours ago

76ers star Joel Embiid to be held out of preseason due to left knee injury management

Joel Embiid played in just 39 games last season while dealing with a knee injury.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 13

EU and Gulf leaders held inaugural leaders' summit against background of Mideast turmoil

The leaders of the European Union and six Gulf nations held an inaugural summit against a backdrop of turmoil in the Middle East and struggles to find a unified position on the war in Ukraine

World - ABC News - October 16

The electoral college has become a gun held to the head of US democracy | Lawrence Douglas

Created as a constitutional afterthought, the system now holds millions of voters hostage to a handful of counties. These are not easy days for supporters of American democracy. But what twists my ...

World - The Guardian - October 18

Texas husband held on $1M bond in wife's strangulation death that was first reported as suicide

A Texas man accused of strangling his pregnant wife is being held on $1 million bond in the capital murder case.

Dodgers equaled a record held by 1965 World Series champs. But that's where similarities end

The current Dodgers and the 1965 World Series one are the only teams to have the first six games of a playoff series decided by four or more runs. But that's all they have in common.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

Jim Harbaugh on late flag that was picked up: I saw our receiver get held

Two crucial calls went against the Chargers in the closing minutes of their 17-15 loss to the Cardinals.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

In Moldova, we held our EU referendum in Russia’s shadow. The result was too close for comfort | Paula Erizanu

Like Brexit, our vote on Europe teetered on a knife-edge. While the pro-EU side scraped a win, Russia is waiting to undermine it. I have now gone through two EU referendums in my life – Brexit and ...

World - The Guardian - October 23

Michigan State AD Alan Haller wants Michigan held to 'same standard' following postgame altercation

Eight Spartans were suspended following a tunnel brawl in 2022

Sports - CBS Sports - October 29

Manchester United’s pursuit of Rúben Amorim held up by 30-day notice period

United want him in place for Chelsea’s visit on Sunday Negotiations held with Sporting in search for solution Manchester United’s push to appoint Rúben Amorim as their manager is being held up ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

Drugs, weapons and electronics seized during sweep at Brooklyn federal jail where 'Diddy' is held

Investigators seized drugs, homemade weapons and electronic devices this week during an “interagency operation” aimed at cleaning up the troubled New York City federal jail in where Sean “Diddy” ...

Entertainment - ABC News - November 1

Mubadala and KKR among groups that have held talks with UK data firm 9fin

Investment valuing market information provider at about $500mn would be the sector’s latest high-profile deal

Business - Financial Times - November 1

An Iranian-American journalist is believed to be held by Iran as tensions remain high after an Israeli attack, US says

World - ABC News - November 3

U.S. says Iranian-American held in Iran as tensions high following Israeli attack on country

An Iranian-American journalist is believed to have been detained by Iran for months now, further raising the stakes as Tehran threatens to retaliate over an Israeli attack on the country .

Parsons, Bland are held out with injuries as Cowboys are without Elliott in key test against Falcons

Running back Ezekiel Elliott is inactive as expected for Dallas at the Atlanta Falcons, leaving Rico Dowdle and Dalvin Cook to lead the struggling ground game as the Cowboys look to end a two-game ...

Sports - ABC News - November 3

AfD member among 8 Germans held over ties to far-right terror group

World - Yahoo News - 6 days ago

Perplexity Dove Into Real-Time Election Tracking While Other AI Companies Held Back

The controversial AI search engine, accused of aggressively scraping content, went all in on providing AI-generated election information.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Over 60 held as violence breaks out against Israeli football fans in Amsterdam

Clashes take place after Europa League match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel Aviv

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Stellantis boss warns long EV transition poses cost ‘trap’ for carmakers

Carlos Tavares says industry will suffer from prolonged period of investing in both traditional engines and battery-powered cars

Business - Financial Times - October 14

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