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Where I write . . . John Banville’s place of ‘happy nothingness’

The Irish author needs a blank wall, a wide desk and a menagerie of inanimate creatures — ferocious Chinese dragons and a wooden mouse in a polka-dot frock among them — to work

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

‘The pictures, they look at you.’ A stroll with novelist John Banville through Spain's Prado Museum

Irish novelist John Banville has enjoyed unlimited access to Spain's Prado Museum for the past month as its latest writer-in-residence

World - ABC News - November 2

‘The pictures, they look at you.’ A stroll with novelist John Banville through Spain's Prado Museum

Irish novelist John Banville has enjoyed unlimited access to Spain's Prado Museum for the past month as its latest writer-in-residence

Entertainment - ABC News - November 2

'John Malkovich isn't me': John Malkovich remembers 'Being John Malkovich'

The title star of 'Being John Malkovich' looks back on the 'iffy call' to make the movie that would introduce audiences to future Oscar winners Spike Jonze and Charlie Kaufman.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 29

Remembering John Prescott

Peter Mandelson pays tribute to Labour giant John Prescott.

UK banks deserve a place in the sun

Third-quarter results underscore their low sensitivity to interest rates

World - Financial Times - October 29

The Magnificent 7: place your bets

And the sustainability of US growth outperformance

World - Financial Times - October 29

Athanasiou Expected to Be Placed on Waivers by Blackhawks

Chicago is expected to be making a change up front and sending Athanasiou down to the AHL.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 11

Why rudeness has no place at work

Straight talkers take pride in honesty but can demotivate colleagues

World - Financial Times - November 17

One Direction bandmates arrive to mourn Liam Payne at star's funeral

One Direction star Liam Payne’s funeral was held Wednesday after he died falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina’s capital, Buenos Aires.

England are in a very good place - George

England captain Jamie George says his side are "in a very good place" after ending their autumn campaign by thrashing Japan.

John Thune Rises to the Senate Top

The South Dakota Republican failed in his first try for the Senate but came back to defeat a chamber leader. Now he will be the leader himself.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

John the cat gets stuck in drainpipe

John the female cat became wedged inside a garage and had to be rescued by firefighters.

Teen with machete arrested for voter intimidation at polling place

An 18-year-old was arrested outside a Florida polling location Tuesday after police said he wielded a machete in order to intimidate voters.

Where should we place our faith?

At a time of deep uncertainty, we should anchor our confidence in the young people who represent the next generation

Business - Financial Times - November 2

Browns place top tackler Owusu-Koramoah on IR

The Browns placed linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah on injured reserve because of a neck injury, sidelining him for at least the next four games.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

William returns to 'special place' Africa for prize awards

The awards event in South Africa will have emotional connections for the Prince of Wales.

These Are the Best Places to Cheer for the New York City Marathon

Here’s our guide to picking a good cheering location, whether you are following one runner’s progress or looking for a good spot to park yourself for the day.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

'Conversation' will take place on tax hike compensation - Sarwar

The Scottish Labour leader says discussions will involve the chief secretary to the Treasury and the Scottish government

Cowboys likely to place Dak on IR, Jones says

The Cowboys likely will place quarterback Dak Prescott on injured reserve due to the hamstring injury he sustained in Sunday's loss to the Falcons, Jerry Jones said Tuesday.

Sports - ESPN - November 5

Zoe's Place hospice saved by huge charity appeal

The children's hospice provider needed to raise £6.4m within a month to secure its survival.

Cowboys to place Dak on IR for hamstring injury

Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott will go on injured reserve with his hamstring injury, team executive vice president Stephen Jones said Friday.

Sports - ESPN - November 9

Former Oilers Trade Acquisition Placed On Waivers By Blackhawks

The prize of the Oilers' 2020 trade deadline hit waivers on Monday.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 11

Colm Tóibín: ‘Ireland today is a much freer place’

The Irish author on how the sequel to his bestselling novel Brooklyn was inspired by the film, life in LA, and his thoughts on Trump’s victory. Born in 1955, Colm Tóibín has written short stories, ...

World - The Guardian - November 17

'Unique' Healy set for place in Irish record books

Having drawn level with Brian O'Driscoll on 133 Ireland caps last weekend, Cian Healy's record-setting career has been one characterised by resilience.

Cheryl and One Direction stars mourn Liam Payne at funeral

The band's members including Harry Styles join family and friends to remember the late star.

Lowriders bounce back to claim their place in American culture

Lowrider automobiles, known for their vibrant colors and hydraulic gymnastics, have been seen by many as connected to gang culture. But that perception is finally changing.

Ronaldo double bolsters Al Nassr's ACL place

Ivan Toney came off the bench to score twice and earn Al-Ahli a 2-1 win over Al-Ain on Monday that moves the Saudi side into the knockout rounds of the Asian Champions League Elite and leaves the ...

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

China’s defence minister placed under investigation for corruption

US officials say probe is part of wider operation to uncover graft in People’s Liberation Army

Business - Financial Times - 16 hours ago

Michigan voters return John James to House

Rep. John James (R-Mich.) will win his House election for another term representing Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, Decision Desk HQ projects. James defeated Democrat Carl Marlinga, a ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

From the Archives: Senator John McCain on unrest in Yemen

Senator John McCain joined Face the Nation in 2015 after the collapse of a pro-American government in Yemen. He spoke about the situation on the ground and what could happen next.

John Ratcliffe chosen as Trump’s pick to lead CIA

President-elect Trump announced Tuesday that he will nominate John Ratcliffe, his former head of national intelligence, to lead the CIA. Ratcliffe, a former Texas representative, was critical of ...

Politics - The Hill - November 12

John Malone Reorders Media Empire as C.E.O. Exits

Liberty Media, which owns stakes in Formula 1 and Live Nation, is spinning off some of its assets in a corporate restructuring.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

John Krasinski named People's "Sexiest Man Alive"

John Krasinski, the 45-year-old former star of "The Office" has been named the sexiest man alive by People Magazine. Krasinski said he thought he was being punked when he was informed of the title.

Senate Republicans elect John Thune as majority leader

Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., was chosen as the next majority leader of the Senate, succeeding Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell as the GOP’s Senate leader. NBC News’ Ali Vitali reports on Thune’s rise ...

John Thune elected Senate majority leader

President-elect Donald Trump did not endorse a candidate to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell as the Senate Republican leader.

Business - CNBC - November 13

John Thune on winning Senate majority leader election

South Dakota Sen. John Thune addressed reporters on Capitol Hill after being elected to replace Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell as Senate majority leader. David Yaffe-Bellany, a crypto and technology ...

Senate Republicans choose John Thune as their new leader

Senate Republicans chose John Thune of South Dakota, a longtime Mitch McConnell deputy, as their new leader over Donald Trump ally Rick Scott and another longtime leader, John Cornyn.

What will be on Senate Republican leader John Thune's plate?

Senate Republicans elected South Dakota's John Thune to replace Mitch McConnell as the new majority leader. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on how the vote went down and ...

Letters to Sports: A fond farewell to John Robinson

Readers of the L.A. Times Sports section give their opinions and thoughts on the passing of John Robinson, the Rams and Chargers, plus USC and UCLA football.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 16

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