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'Everything almost perfect' for Bompastor and Chelsea
If this is Chelsea in a new era under Sonia Bompastor, it seems they are heading in the same direction as their previous one - towards more success.Top stories - BBC News - November 16 -
At a Glitzy Saudi Investment Forum, Almost No Mention of War
Saudi Arabia and its Gulf neighbors are seeking to reassure foreign investors that it’s still safe to do business amid the turmoil around the Mideast.Business - The New York Times - October 30 -
Mariah Carey is (almost) ready to bring Christmas to you
The singer and songwriter with the Olympic-athlete-level voice talks about her second career as the self-appointed Queen of Christmas.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 30 -
Almost Every Interactive Title Is Leaving Netflix
For years, Netflix has tried to extend its dominance in the streaming realm to the gaming industry with interactive TV shows and movies, as well as actual video games. But following Netflix's ...Tech - GameSpot - November 5 -
'It is almost impossible to outplay teams in the Premier League'
Former Southampton player Jo Tessem tells the Goin' Home With Adam And Jo podcast that Southampton's lack of threat in one-on-one situations is their biggest issue. When you look at the changes we ...Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 11 -
Juan Luis Guerra 4.40 wins album of the year at the 2024 Latin Grammys, a 25th anniversary party
Juan Luis Guerra 4_40 won album of the year at the 2024 Latin Grammys, not long after receiving record of the year for “Mambo 23.”Entertainment - ABC News - November 15 -
Tyson 'almost died' months before Paul defeat
Mike Tyson says his defeat by Jake Paul actually felt like a victory after 'almost dying' months before the fight.Top stories - BBC News - November 17 -
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Almost £2m claimed in riot compensation so far
Most pay-outs are expected to come from local budgets for police commissioners or mayors.Top stories - BBC News - November 19 -
Why Verstappen's 'almost flawless' season is 'towering achievement'
Max Verstappen is recognised as one of the all-time greats of F1 and demonstrated why by maximising his results during 2024, writes Andrew Benson.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
Lost Chopin waltz unearthed after almost 200 years
The unknown waltz was discovered in the vault of the Morgan Library and Museum in New York.Top stories - BBC News - October 29 -
Almost 500 damaged ballots retrieved from burned box in Washington state
Almost 500 damaged ballots were retrieved from a burned ballot box in Washington state, according to a county official. Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey said that about 475 ballots were recovered ...Politics - The Hill - October 30 -
Scott Burton Left His Legacy to MoMA. Today’s He’s Almost Forgotten.
Scott Burton, one of America’s leading sculptors, entrusted his estate to the museum in 1989, when he was sick with AIDS, to ensure his place in art history. It turned out to be a bad idea.Top stories - The New York Times - October 29 -
Almost 100 people killed by devastating floods in eastern Spain
Floods sparked by torrential rain in Spain's Valencia region have left almost 100 people dead and others still missing amid mud-caked debris.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
India says frontier disengagement with China along their disputed border is 'almost complete'
India's defense minister says India and China have pulled most of their frontline troops further away from their disputed border in the remote Himalayan Ladakh regionWorld - ABC News - October 31 -
Ozempic reduces knee osteoarthritis pain by almost half: Study
The results of a clinical trial published this week found that the active ingredient in the diabetes and weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy was linked with a near halving of reported pain ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Monster Hunter Wilds Beta Begins With Almost 500,000 Concurrent Players On Steam
Talk about a strong start for the Monster Hunter Wilds beta. Just hours after releasing, the early test for the action-adventure game hit over 460,000 concurrent players on Steam. Keep in mind ...Tech - GameSpot - November 1 -
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Gears 6 Almost Blasted Off To Space, Says Former Coalition Boss
Space, the final frontier... for Gears of War 6? That apparently was in the cards years ago when former The Coalition head honcho Rod Fergusson was at the studio. However, those plans may have ...Tech - GameSpot - November 4 -
This Almost-Vacation Bargain Keeps Hotels Busy When Travel Dips
The sale of day passes to pools, spas, and gyms is one way the hospitality industry is battling stagnating occupancy rates and increasing room prices.Business - Inc. - November 4 -
The M4 Mac Mini Is Almost Perfect. There’s Just 1 Problem
Apple’s smallest computer is a delightful update, if you can overlook the steep upgrade pricing.Business - Inc. - November 7 -
Private jet emissions soar almost 50% in four years
High use of aviation ‘taxis’ for big events such as World Cup, Davos — and climate summits, study findsWorld - Financial Times - November 7 -
‘Almost unparalleled suffering’ in Gaza as UN says nearly 70% of those killed are women and children
Head of the Norwegian Refugee Council calls for peace process to begin as new figures reveal civilians have borne the brunt of the war. Nearly 70% of the people killed in the war in Gaza are women ...World - The Guardian - November 8 -
The final price tag on 2024 political advertising: Almost $11 billion
The total bill for ad spending in the 2024 election hit almost $11 billion, a new record and a substantial increase from the $9 billion spent in 2020.Politics - NBC News - November 8 -
‘Almost like imprisonment’: the shocking truth about life for boybands in their ‘golden era’
Mobbed, groped, overworked, paid a pittance and given little time off … ahead of a major TV series about boybands, former members of 5ive and 911 reveal what success was really like for many. ...World - The Guardian - November 11 -
Here is why Costco recalled almost 80,000 pounds of butter
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.Top stories - CBS News - November 12 -
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China borrows almost as cheaply as US in return to dollar bond market
Investors place nearly $40bn of orders to buy $2bn of bonds issued by China’s finance ministryBusiness - Financial Times - November 14 -
Almost half of Valencia’s flood victims were aged over 70, figures show
Police reveal ages and genders of the 216 people who died in Valencia, along with eight other victims elsewhere in Spain. Almost half of the 216 people known to have died in the catastrophic ...World - The Guardian - November 14 -
WATCH: Falling scaffolding plank almost hits pedestrians in Boston
Surveillance footage captured a frightening moment for commuters in Boston last week when a large scaffolding plank came crashing down outside a train station, nearly hitting several people.Top stories - ABC News - November 14 -
Almost 3 in 4 US adults overweight or obese: Research
Nearly three-quarters of U.S. adults are considered overweight or obese, according to new research published Thursday from The Lancet. The research points to a substantial increase in overweight ...Politics - The Hill - November 15 -
Iron Mike vs. El Gallo: We predict who will emerge victorious tonight
Mike Tyson will need to turn back the clock against Jake Paul. What about Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano's rematch? Uncrowned offers its takes.Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 14 -
Almost 500 carbon capture lobbyists granted access to Cop29 climate summit
More lobbyists for the controversial technology were present this year, despite debate about its viability. At least 480 lobbyists working on carbon capture and storage (CCS) have been granted ...World - The Guardian - November 16 -
How Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Could Destroy One of Civilization’s Best Achievements
Let’s not make child mortality great again.Top stories - The New York Times - November 16 -
Almost 80 million expected to travel over Thanksgiving in record-breaking getaway
Almost 80 million people will hit the roads and airways this Thanksgiving, with traveler numbers surpassing pre-pandemic levels, the AAA predicts.Top stories - NBC News - November 18 -
Gaza ministry says 20 killed in anti-‘gang’ operation after looting of aid convoy
Hamas-run interior ministry says it carried out security operation after armed looters hijacked almost 100 trucks. Gaza’s Hamas-run interior ministry has said that at least 20 people have been ...World - The Guardian - November 18 -
NBA 2K25 Is Almost 60% Off Ahead Of Black Friday
Just in time for the beginning of the new basketball season, NBA 2K25 is down to its lowest price of the year . Amazon has slashed the price of the hit game to just $30 (was $70), so if you’ve ...Tech - GameSpot - November 19 -
Almost 100 House Democrats push for release of Gaetz Ethics report
Nearly 100 House Democrats wrote to the House Ethics Committee urging them to publish its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and their investigation into his alleged misconduct after ...Politics - The Hill - November 19