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Aga Khan emerald fetches record $9 million at auction

The rare square 37-carat emerald is the world's most expensive green stone.

Meat, oil and pesticide industry lobbyists turned out in record numbers at Cop16

Questions raised over influence after 1,261 business and industry delegates registered for biodiversity summit in Colombia. . Record numbers of business representatives and lobbyists had access to ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

‘Fart blaster’ tops Christmas toy wishlist as experts predict record sales

Despicable Me 4 tie-in smells more like popcorn while a waddling duck and an interactive pet monkey also feature. A “fart blaster” with a repertoire of 15 sounds that blasts “fog fart rings” and a ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

Investigators Assess if Netanyahu’s Aides Forged Oct. 7 Phone Records

Aides to Benjamin Netanyahu are under investigation over accusations of leaks, record-doctoring and intimidation. The Israeli prime minister’s office denies the claims.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 14

Chinese city still officially in summer as 30-year heat record broken

Temperatures in Guangzhou fail to drop below level that meteorological service uses to mark change in season. One of China’s biggest cities is still officially in summer, despite it being ...

World - The Guardian - November 14

Sports quiz of the week: title winners, record breakers and coaching errors

Test your recall of rugby union, football, tennis, NFL, boxing and more with our weekly quiz Continue reading...

World - The Guardian - November 15

Disney is turning record parks profits — even before its big expansions

Disney is breaking ground on new additions and updates to its theme parks, but it will be several years before they become available to the public.

Business - CNBC - November 15

Netanyahu aide questioned over alleged tampering with 7 October phone records

Police investigate claim that Israeli PM’s chief of staff changed recorded time of call made about Hamas attacks. A top aide of Benjamin Netanyahu has been questioned by police investigating ...

World - The Guardian - November 15

As Recalls Multiply, Ford’s Safety Record Draws Comparisons to Boeing’s

A $165 million fine from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for a sluggish recall—one of many in recent years—highlights flaws in the automaker’s production safety record.

Business - Inc. - November 15

Palantir jumps 11% to a record after announcing move to Nasdaq

Palantir's stock has been on a tear since the company's better-than-expected earnings report last week, which was a day before the U.S. presidential election.

Business - CNBC - November 15

UConn's Auriemma ties all-time D-I wins record

UConn coach Geno Auriemma tied the NCAA Division I record with his 1,216th career victory Friday night as his No. 2 Huskies beat No. 14 North Carolina 69-58.

Sports - ESPN - November 16

Auriemma Ties Wins Record Amid UConn’s Fight to Maintain Prestige

UConn women’s basketball head coach Geno Auriemma tied former Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer for most all-time wins Friday night at 1,216, as the No. 2 Huskies defeated No. 14 North Carolina, ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 16

Mitchell scores 37 as Cavs stretch record to 14-0

Donovan Mitchell scored a season-high 37 points and the Cavaliers continued one of the best starts in league history, improving to 14-0 with a 144-126 win over the Chicago Bulls in an NBA Cup game.