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Life of Janey Godley, comedian who defied her tragedies by cracking jokes
The comedian Janey Godley, who chronicled her struggles in unflinching detail, has died after a long illness.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
The Guardian view on climate-linked disasters: Spain’s tragedy will not be the last | Editorial
More than 200 deaths and widespread destruction in Valencia are the latest sign of danger in a warming world. The death toll from floods in Spain’s Valencia region has topped 200. A huge clean-up ...World - The Guardian - November 1 -
Why encouraging cruise ships to dock at Amorgos would be a Greek tragedy
A policy of restricting huge liners visiting popular Cyclades islands could have the unintended consequence of diverting mass tourism towards quieter islands. Imagine the perfect Greek island, a ...World - The Guardian - November 7 -
Halo Had Emotional Punch Because It Underlined Quiet Tragedy
Halo: The Master Chief Collection celebrated its 10-year anniversary on November 11, 2024. Below, take a look back at the quiet sense of loss that permeated throughout the main trilogy. Halo: ...Tech - GameSpot - November 13 -
Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ to Premiere: What to Know About the Movie Marked by Tragedy
The film, whose cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins, was killed in a shooting on the set, is being screened at a festival devoted to cinematography.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
Matthew Gaudreau Was So Much More Than the Brother of Johnny Hockey
The brothers died after being struck by a car on Aug. 29. For some, the sense of loss still hasn’t sunk in.Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
How the New York Football Scene Has Turned Into Competing Tragedies
The Giants’ Daniel Jones saga and the Jets’ all-encompassing disaster are fighting for center stage, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - Yesterday -
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Vindictus Defying Fate Official Trailer | Next On Event
Today, NEXON Korea hosted their ‘Next On’ media event and showcased a new trailer for Vindictus Defying Fate.Tech - GameSpot - October 29 -
Prada's Miu Miu Continues to Defy Luxury Slowdown
Prada posted an increase in revenue, buoyed by the popularity of its Miu Miu brand, and continues to buck a downturn in demand for high-end goods that is particularly acute in China.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 30 -
The Gazan teenagers defying war for competitive maths
Palestinian youngsters study on phones for Maths Olympiad and dream of attending MIT amid the ruins of shattered enclaveWorld - Financial Times - November 2 -
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Dozens detained after protesters defy ban in Amsterdam
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered following violence against Israeli football fans earlier in the week.Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
Cynthia Erivo defies more than gravity
Cynthia Erivo knows who she is and owns it proudly -- as does her 'Wicked' character ElphabaEntertainment - Los Angeles Times - 5 days ago -
The Papers: 'Farewell Liam' and 'UK defies Putin'
Thursday's papers are led by Liam Payne's funeral and Ukraine firing UK-supplied missiles into Russia.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
Italian men defy global cooking statistic
In much of the world, women cook more meals than men, outpacing them by a 2-to-1 edge. But Italy, already renowned for its food, bucks that trend.World - CBS News - Yesterday -
'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' make gravity-defying theater debuts
“Wicked” and “Gladiator II” have debuted in theaters with a combined $270 million in ticket salesEntertainment - ABC News - 6 hours ago -
‘I couldn’t cry over my children like everyone else’: the tragedy of Palestinian journalist Wael al-Dahdouh
After his wife and two of his children were killed in Gaza, Al Jazeera journalist Wael al-Dahdouh became famous around the world for his decision to keep reporting. But this was just the start of ...World - The Guardian - October 31 -
Patriot by Alexei Navalny review – the man who dared to defy Putin
This remarkable memoir by the bold and fearless Russian opposition leader describes an extraordinary life, from a childhood in the shadow of Chornobyl to surviving a novichok attack and his final ...World - The Guardian - October 27 -
Viktor Orbán defies EU in backing Georgia’s contested election result
Hungarian prime minister shows support for Kremlin-friendly ruling party in Caucasus nationWorld - Financial Times - October 29 -
Prada continues to defy luxury slowdown as Miu Miu sales boom
Italian group bucks gloom but warns that conditions in Asia are becoming ‘more challenging’Business - Financial Times - October 30 -
Boohoo Names New CEO, Defies Frasers' Bid to Install Ashley
Boohoo named Dan Finley as its next chief executive officer, spurning major shareholder Frasers’ attempts to install its owner Mike Ashley at the helm.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 1 -
Shooting survivor defies the odds after taking bullet to the brain
A first date ends in a shooting. One makes it out alive. Doctors say the chances of recovery are low. How did Chris Smith defy the odds?Top stories - CBS News - November 2 -
Fox News defies the odds in a US election many voters tuned out of
Murdoch family’s cable channel has bucked a trend of news fatigue and splintering audiencesWorld - Financial Times - November 5 -
Ferrari Defies Wider Auto Industry Malaise With Higher Sales, Earnings
Ferrari posted higher sales and earnings in the third quarter and said it was more confident that it would hit its annual guidance, racing ahead of other car makers that are grappling with ...Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 5 -
Investors cheer Trump’s economic agenda, defying gloomy media
Donald Trump winning the popular vote and control of Congress was not the only shocker this week; the stock market response was almost as stunning.Politics - The Hill - November 8 -
Germany’s Scholz defies odds as party swings behind re-election bid
Chancellor gets unexpected popularity boost among Social Democrats after sacking finance ministerWorld - Financial Times - November 12 -
Amsterdam police detain pro-Palestine protesters defying ban
Dozens held under emergency measures imposed after violence that erupted around football match. Police have detained pro-Palestinian protesters rallying in central Amsterdam in defiance of a ban ...World - The Guardian - November 13 -
Iran announces ‘treatment clinic’ for women who defy strict hijab laws
The move has been described as ‘chilling’ by activists and rights groups as arrests mount over dress code breaches . The Iranian state has said that it plans to open a treatment clinic for women ...World - The Guardian - November 14 -
🎥 Brazilian football produces incredible physics-defying free-kick ☄️
Stand aside Roberto Carlos, because Brazilian football has produced a new king of mad swerving free-kicks.Well actually, Rómulo Otero is Venezuelan, but he plays for Brazilian side Santos, and this ...Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 14 -
Valencia chief admits flood mistakes but defies calls for resignation
Spain's under-fire regional leader Carlos Mazón defies calls for his resignation after last month's deadly floods.Top stories - BBC News - November 15 -
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Miss Nigeria's pride after defying trolls to challenge for Miss Universe
Chidimma Adetshina faced xenophobic abuse and trolling when she competed for Miss South Africa, where she was born.Top stories - BBC News - November 17 -
Pennsylvania’s Top Court Tells Counties to Stop Defying Its Ballot Order
The decision came after officials in at least four counties had ignored the court’s pre-election guidance not to count mail ballots that were undated or misdated.Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Trump Defies the #MeToo Movement With Cabinet Picks Facing Accusations
Donald J. Trump, who was found liable for sexual abuse last year, appears determined to force a fight over the role of such allegations in society.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' set the stage for gravity-defying box office weekend
'Wicked,' starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, and 'Gladiator II,' starring Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal, both open wide this weekend.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago -
'Wicked' defies box office gravity in a strong start to the holiday movie season
Moviegoers soared from Oz to the Colosseum over the weekend as millions around the world flocked to see “Wicked” and “Gladiator II” in theaters.Top stories - NBC News - 7 hours ago -
'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' set the stage for gravity-defying box office weekend
'Wicked,' starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, and 'Gladiator II,' starring Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal, both open wide this weekend.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago -
Eagles defying NFL history with first-quarter ineptitude; only team scoreless in first 15 minutes this season
The Eagles are defying the odds in 2024Sports - CBS Sports - October 28