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A Surprise Blockbuster in Brazil Stokes Oscar Hopes, and a Reckoning

Decades after her mother missed out on an Oscar, Brazil’s Fernanda Torres may have a chance to win a golden statuette with a role in a film that has set off deep soul-searching.

The New York Times - 2d

Olaf Scholz faces confidence vote — and hopes to lose it

German chancellor’s widely expected parliamentary defeat is main route to trigger early elections under constitution

Financial Times - 10h

Scandinavian wine industry hoping to win over drinkers

Thanks to climate change and tougher vines, Denmark and Sweden have a growing number of wineries.

BBC News - 15h

Scholz hopes to lose confidence vote while Putin spins in annual phone-in

Plus, final statements in the Post Office Horizon IT scandal inquiry and sentencing due in the Pelicot rape trial

Financial Times - 21h

Secret Santa delivers dollars, and hope, to North Carolina

Residents of Avery County, North Carolina, whose lives were turned upside-down by the flooding of Hurricane Helene three months ago, were visited recently by the anonymous, wealthy businessman who ...

CBS News - 1d

Bringing hope and joy: superheroes for children with cancer in Kosovo

As the year draws to a close, a remarkable initiative involving “superheroes” clad in unique costumes brings unexpected joy — not only to the sick children but also, perhaps even more deeply, to ...

ABC News - 2d

Bringing hope and joy: superheroes for children with cancer in Kosovo

As the year draws to a close, a remarkable initiative involving “superheroes” clad in unique costumes brings unexpected joy — not only to the sick children but also, perhaps even more deeply, to ...

ABC News - 2d

Phoenix takes on Utah on 3-game losing streak

Phoenix Suns (12-11, 10th in the Western Conference) vs. Utah Jazz (5-18, 14th in the Western Conference)

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Manchin, Sinema dash Democratic labor board hopes

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Manchin, Sinema dash Democratic hopes for NLRB Sens. Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.) and ...

The Hill - 4d

Uncertainty and Hope on the Road to and from Damascus

Thousands of Syrians have been traveling to and from the Lebanese border since the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Some families hoped to reunite with loved ones, while others are leaving amid an ...

The New York Times - 5d

'Stings': Gaffe hurts Cowboys' playoff hopes

Dallas' chances to make the postseason were slim before kickoff and even slimmer after a muffed scoop attempt led to Cincinnati's go-ahead touchdown.

ESPN - 6d

My Last Column: Finding Hope in an Age of Resentment

Where have all the good vibes gone?

The New York Times - 6d

Rupert Murdoch loses bid to change family trust

Billionaire business mogul Rupert Murdoch lost a bid this week to change a family trust to consolidate control of his media company around his eldest son Lachlan. A Nevada commissioner ruled ...

The Hill - 6d

'We know if we lose, it's over': Dolphins shock Jets to keep playoff hopes alive, but plenty of work remains

Miami edged out New York in overtime

CBS Sports - 6d

Giants lose as plane flies 'dumpster fire' banner

A plane with a banner imploring Giants ownership to get it together flew over MetLife Stadium on Sunday before New York lost its eighth straight game.

ESPN - Dec. 8

Jets lament losing 'gene' after latest collapse

The Jets are still searching for winning DNA after an OT loss to Miami eliminated them from playoff contention for the 14th straight season.

ESPN - Dec. 8

Wrexham boost title hopes with 'Olimpico' goal

Wrexham moved level on points with Wycombe after Elliot Lee's goal direct from a corner kick earned the Welsh club a narrow win away at Burton Albion.

ESPN - Dec. 8

Canadiens: Rocket Loses Game and Dobes

The Montreal Canadiens' farm team the Laval Rocket had a great start in the AHL but are now back down to earth, last night, they lost both their duel with the Toronto Marlies and goaltender Jakub ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7

TikTok set to be banned in the US after losing appeal

The app - which faces being banned in a matter of weeks - says it will now take its case to the Supreme Court.

BBC News - Dec. 6

Spotify Wrapped, TikTok—Maybe the Algorithms Are Losing Touch

Once an internet cause célèbre, this year lots of folks turned cold on Spotify Wrapped. TikTok’s year in review also felt unsurprising. Maybe our platforms know less about us than we think.

Wired - Dec. 6

Already-thin Packers lose S Williams (concussion)

The Packers, who were down two members of the secondary going into Thursday night, lost safety Evan Williams in the first half of their defeat against the Lions.

ESPN - Dec. 6

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 - Dec. 5

Cowboys lose OL Martin for season due to ankle

Cowboys All-Pro guard Zack Martin will undergo season-ending surgery on his right ankle, coach Mike McCarthy confirmed Thursday.

ESPN - Dec. 5

GM loses its golden goose in China

With a slowing market fuelling a price war between local brands, the party for foreign carmakers looks over for now

Financial Times - Dec. 5

Crypto prices soar as Trump’s SEC pick stokes hope for more ETFs

President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Paul Atkins to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission could usher in a new era of crypto-friendly financial regulation in Washington.

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Bitcoin hits $100,000 as Trump era hopes grow

Cryptocurrency has climbed more than 50% since US election on bets president-elect will bring in pro-crypto regulation

Financial Times - Dec. 5

U.S. Defends Paris Climate Accord as ‘Best Hope’ at International Court of Justice

In a landmark international hearing on climate change, a U.S. representative backed the Paris Agreement, but left unanswered questions about U.S. commitments in a Trump presidency.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

'Best game of season' - Newcastle give Liverpool rivals hope

Liverpool's 3-3 draw at Newcastle is described as "one of the best games of the season" - and gives their rivals hope in the battle for the Premier League title.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Biden Hopes Train Project in Angola Defines Africa Legacy

In his last announced trip abroad as president, Mr. Biden relished touring a U.S.-financed train line in Angola intended to transport goods and critical minerals to port.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

England lose to South Africa in ODI series opener

England fall to a six-wicket defeat by South Africa in the opening one-day international after Laura Wolvaardt's unbeaten half-century.

BBC News - Dec. 4

ESPN hopes to reach more casual sports fans with Disney+ integration

Disney debuted an ESPN tab on Disney+ on Wednesday for ESPN+ subscribers and will make about 100 live games available on Disney+ to nonsubscribers.

CNBC - Dec. 4

ESPN hopes to reach more casual sports fans with Disney+ integration

ESPN is coming to Disney+.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Why Brussels hopes cracking down on China will also save EU industry

Also in this newsletter: Is EU drug policy fair to poorer states?

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Western businesses in China hold on to hopes for Trump 2.0

Some believe the incoming US president is in a strong position to negotiate a trade deal with Beijing

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Dak Prescott shares his hope for Mike McCarthy’s Cowboys future

"[I’m] almost feeling helpless like I can’t help him in this situation, especially a guy you believe in so much and you believe in being your head coach,” Prescott told Yahoo Sports.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Greece hopeful of deal on Parthenon Sculptures as Starmer meets Mitsotakis

Downing Street reiterates that UK prime minister will not stand in way of deal between Athens and British Museum

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Broncos see off Browns to strengthen play-off hopes

Watch highlights as the Denver Broncos come from behind to beat the Cleveland Browns despite Jameis Winston throwing a franchise record 497-yards and four touchdowns.

BBC News - Dec. 3

DNC hopes to highlight success ahead of post-election meeting

The Democratic National Committee is hoping to highlight down-ballot successes last month as it hosts a key post-election meeting.

ABC News - Dec. 3

Appalachian State fires Clark after losing season

Appalachian State, after its first losing season since 2013, has fired football coach Shawn Clark, who went 40-24 in his five seasons with the Mountaineers.

ESPN - Dec. 2

What will happen if France’s government loses no-confidence vote?

Decision to push through budget has led to censure motions from left and far-right that could trigger fresh political crisis. French government faces no-confidence vote on Wednesday . France’s ...

The Guardian - Dec. 2

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