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From 1933 To 1973, Maine's Women's Hockey History Was Rooted In Waterville
The first game of women's hockey on record in Maine took place in 1933 at a winter carnival. Since then the game has continued to grow, and got a major boost from Colby College.Sports - Yahoo Sports - Yesterday -
The root of the crisis in special needs education
Since legislative changes in 2014, governments have failed to adapt this area of public policy as autism diagnoses increaseWorld - Financial Times - October 22 -
The Roots of Trump’s Nativist Rhetoric on Immigrants
In the former president’s pitch to voters, historians hear echoes of the nation’s inescapable xenophobic history.Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
‘Land politics’ are at the root of our costliest natural disasters
Patterns of home-building in climate frontiers and the resources provided to communities following natural disasters are deeply rooted in the political power of land.Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
Calipari rooting for Pope, 'perfect' hire for UK
John Calipari said Kentucky made the "perfect" choice when it hired Mark Pope to replace him. "He has a heart for the place and he has an idea of what that is."Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
Harris campaign leans into her HBCU roots
Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from Howard University with her bachelor's degree in 1986.Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Kylie Minogue on roots in Wales and speaking Welsh
The queen of pop knows a few Welsh phrases and is proud of her south Wales roots.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
The Temptations serenade Mets fans at NLCS as founder admits he roots for Dodgers
Sixty years after its debut, The Temptations’ “My Girl” has become a hit at Citi Field since New York Mets star Francisco Lindor began using it as his walk-up song in late MayEntertainment - ABC News - October 18 -
The Temptations serenade Mets fans at NLCS as founder admits he roots for Dodgers
Sixty years after its debut, The Temptations’ “My Girl” has become a hit at Citi Field since New York Mets star Francisco Lindor began using it as his walk-up song in late MaySports - ABC News - October 18 -
Ofwat could be scrapped in sweeping review of failing UK water industry
Environment secretary says new commission will consider all options regarding water regulatorBusiness - Financial Times - October 22 -
Harris rooting for Dodgers in World Series match-up with Yankees
Vice President Harris said she’s rooting for the Los Angeles Dodgers over the New York Yankees as the two legendary franchises prepare to face off in the World Series. During an interview with ...Politics - The Hill - October 23 -
Calls for reparations for Britain's slave trade are rooted in dark legacy
A debate about reparations for Britain’s role in the slave trade overshadowed a summit in Samoa of the Commonwealth, many of whose member nations were once British coloniesWorld - ABC News - October 25 -
Starbucks' plan to return to its roots involves 200,000 Sharpies
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is betting that more personal touches in its cafes will win back customers.Business - CNBC - 4 days ago -
Analysis: A Budget for the history books
Nick digs deeper into the Budget following his interview with Rachel Reeves.Top stories - BBC News - 4 days ago -
The youngest presidents in U.S. history
The youngest president in U.S. history is Theodore Roosevelt, who took office in 1901 at age 42. Here's the full list, from youngest to oldest.Politics - CBS News - 3 days ago -
David Olusoga: ‘My loyalty is to history’
The historian on reimagining the Black British experience, being shot at from both sides in the culture wars and how to ‘de-weaponise the past’Business - Financial Times - October 18 -
Capital gains tax: a short history
Since its beginnings in 1965, many UK chancellors have sought to reform the levy as a means of spurring economic growthWorld - Financial Times - October 19 -
LeBron takes court with Bronny: 'Will never forget'
LeBron and Bronny James became the first father-son duo in NBA history to appear in a game together when they checked in at the same time with 4:00 left in the second quarter Tuesday night.Sports - ESPN - October 23 -
October was one of the driest months in history
The month of October proved to be one of the driest months in American history with various states reporting no rain for 31 days. Cities including New York, Houston, Dallas, Philadelphia and San ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Rebecca Kimmel's search for her roots had an unlikely ending: Tips for other Korean adoptees
Thousands of South Korean adoptees are looking to satisfy an urge many other people take for granted: the search for identityWorld - ABC News - October 14 -
Bouncy '80s pop takes root in 'New Wave,' a film about Vietnamese Americans' glam glory days
A labor of love for debuting director Elizabeth Ai, the documentary charts an uprooted generation of young people and the dance music that made them feel seen.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 23 -
Heisman Trophy candidate Ashton Jeanty's football roots trace back to a Navy base in Italy
Heisman Trophy candidate Ashton Jeanty’s football roots can be traced back to a Navy base in ItalySports - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Today’s populism is informed by bigotry, but its roots lie in the promise of equality | Kenan Malik
The dark view of populist politics by renowned historian Richard Hofstadter sheds light on the US election. ‘American politics has often been an arena for angry minds.” Not a comment on this year’s ...World - The Guardian - 2 days ago -
Why discovering your ancestral roots can help you to truly feel like yourself
Since the age of six Greta Solomon knew she was a writer, but gained a richer sense of self when she discovered her ancestors were gifted storytellers too. There’s a photo somewhere – taken to ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
A tiny village in India where Kamala Harris has ancestral roots is praying for her victory
As millions of Americans gear up to cast ballots in U.S. elections, Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for president, has people rooting for her from thousands of miles away in a tiny south ...World - ABC News - 26 minutes ago -
Gustavsson scores first goalie goal in Wild history
Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson became just the 15th goaltender to score a goal in NHL history and the first in franchise history.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
How will the Adams era go down in Raiders history?
Davante Adams finished his Raiders career with 221 catches for 2,869 yards and 23 TDs in 37 games.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
In N.H.L. Game, a Rare Goalie Play Makes History
Filip Gustavsson had never scored a goal at any level of hockey.Sports - The New York Times - October 16 -
The evolutionary history of humans' ability to eat starch
How humans developed the ability to digest starch: A study offers insight into the evolution of amylase genes, which are key to breaking down some carbs.Top stories - NBC News - October 17 -
Lynx push Liberty to G5 as history on line for both
The Lynx beat the Liberty 82-80 to force a decisive Game 5 of the WNBA Finals, the first since 2019.Sports - ESPN - October 19 -
The Trade for Deshaun Watson Is Officially the Worst in Sports History
Watson has played his last snap as a member of the Browns. The damage is only beginning, a columnist for The Athletic writes.Sports - The New York Times - October 21 -
LeBron James and son Bronny make NBA history
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and his son Bronny make history after becoming the first father-son duo to share the court in an NBA game.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Horrible Histories to receive special Bafta Award
The children’s historical sketch show is rewarded for its "extraordinary cultural and social impact".Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
Presidents, Conventions and Nazis: A Political History of ‘The Garden’
Madison Square Garden, where former President Donald J. Trump will hold a rally on Sunday, has hosted many political events, some of them notorious.Top stories - The New York Times - October 26 -
Penguins: Dubas' History Of Firing Head Coaches
Pittsburgh Penguins' Kyle Dubas has been a hockey executive for over a decade but does not have an extension history of firing head coaches.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 25 -
One of the most startling reversals in Test history - Zaltzman
Comedian and BBC cricket statistician Andy Zaltzman looks at the statistics behind Pakistan's remarkable comeback against England to win the Test series.Top stories - BBC News - October 28 -
America’s gender-gap election has a long history
The question of whether the US can stomach a woman as president remains openWorld - Financial Times - 5 days ago
