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Their Wedding Day Became a Local Holiday
Kirby Matocha and Chase Edmunds’s wedding day, Feb. 15, was declared “Kirby and Chase Day” by John Whitmire, the Mayor of Houston, who was in attendance.The New York Times - 1d -
Is Standing at Work All Day an Occupational Hazard?
A recent report from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health details numerous negative effects from being on your feet for long periods, including low back pain, fatigue, muscle ...Inc. - 1d -
Search for missing runner enters fourth day
Jenny Hall, a keen long-distance runner, is described as 6ft (1.8m) tall with very long dark hair.BBC News - 1h -
‘A huge day out’: Lachlan Morton makes history with 648km Auckland to Wellington ride in less than a day
Australian cyclist’s day began at 4.09am in Auckland, New Zealand, and ended 18-and-a-half hours later in Wellington. Throughout his career, Lachlan Morton – among the world’s pre-eminent ...The Guardian - 15h -
Dickson Despommier Dies at 84; Championed Farming in Skyscrapers
A Columbia microbiologist, he popularized “vertical farming” — raising crops in tall buildings — to remediate climate change and feed more people.The New York Times - 2d -
Souleymane Cissé, Celebrated Malian Filmmaker, Dies at 84
He won multiple awards during his 50-year career, including the jury prize at the Cannes Film Festival, and spent his life championing African cinema.The New York Times - 2d -
Jerry Butler, Singer Known as the Iceman, Dies at 85
Known for his resounding baritone and his courtly manner, he briefly led the Impressions before beginning a successful solo career, recording hits like “Only the Strong Survive.”The New York Times - 20h -
Joe Buck will call the Brewers-Yankees game on opening day for ESPN
Joe Buck will call his first nationally televised baseball game since 2021 on opening dayABC News - 3d -
Is spending all day on your feet at work an occupational hazard?
Spending all day standing can take a toll on a worker’s bodyABC News - 2d -
Palantir drops for a second day as cult stock loses momentum
Wednesday's decline came as investors keyed in on the CEO's new stock sale plan and the possibility of defense cuts.CNBC - 1d -
Retro Game Enthusiasts Have A Bunch Of Cool Collections To Choose From These Days
Feeling nostalgic? Then check out one of the many retro game collections at Best Buy. Each one features numerous classic games in a single package, giving you a chance to relive everything from ...GameSpot - 1d -
Mbappé visits his Ligue 2 side Caen on day off
Kylian Mbappé put on his ownership hat and made a surprise visit to his struggling Ligue 2 side Stade Malherbe Caen on Thursday.ESPN - 1d -
Watch live: Waltz, Donalds, Leavitt speak at CPAC Day 2
National security adviser Mike Waltz will give remarks at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) on Friday morning in Maryland. His remarks will come amid scrutiny over the Trump ...The Hill - 1d -
Sinn Féin to boycott White House St Patrick's Day celebrations
First Minister Michelle O'Neill says her decision not to travel to Washington DC for the annual festivities is one of principle.BBC News - 23h -
Fluffy Scottish Highland bull on the loose in Connecticut town, evading capture for days
No bull. A Scottish Highland bull has been wandering Kent, Connecticut, since Tuesday after escaping from its home.NBC News - 19h -
Man stabbed at Berlin’s Holocaust memorial days before crucial election
German police have arrested a suspect after attack on Spanish tourist and say they have not yet found a motive. German police have arrested a man suspected in a stabbing attack at Berlin’s ...The Guardian - 19h -
After years of firm support, 10 days upended the US approach to Ukraine
As Ukraine approached the three-year mark of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the country’s hoped-for path to a favorable and lasting peace has been upended in a matter of days by the administration ...ABC News - 9h -
'I make more in one hour on TikTok than a day in the shop'
Laura Mallows sells most of her products via TikTok but "dreams" of opening a physical shop once more.BBC News - 8h -
Big Day for Crypto Goes South After Bybit Hack
Hours after Coinbase said the S.E.C. was dropping a lawsuit against it, another major cryptocurrency exchange reported a potentially record-setting theft.The New York Times - 5h -
Live updates: Trump headlines final day of CPAC amid storm of controversy
President Trump on Saturday is set to deliver the closing speech of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Md., an appearance that comes just over a month into his ...The Hill - 2h -
Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77
Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio has died at the age of 77ABC News - 4d -
Marian Turski, Auschwitz survivor who warned of danger of indifference, dies at 98
Marian Turski, a Holocaust survivor who became a journalist and historian in postwar Poland and was a co-founder of Warsaw’s landmark Jewish history museum, has diedABC News - 3d -
Rick Buckler, former drummer for British rock trio the Jam, dies at 69
Paul Weller and Bruce Foxton of the Jam mourn drummer Rick Buckler, who died Monday at 69 after a short illness. 'We went far beyond our dreams,' Weller writes.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, a pioneer of African cinema, dies
Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cissé, a pioneer of African cinema with a career spanning 50 years, has died at age 84ABC News - 2d -
David Boren, former Oklahoma governor and veteran US senator, dies at 83
David Boren, the former Oklahoma governor and longtime U.S. Senate intelligence chief who went on to lead the University of Oklahoma after his retirement from politics, has diedABC News - 2d -
Man dies at Manchester airport after arrest by Border Force officers
Police watchdog is investigating death of 27-year-old who showed ‘unusual behaviour’ at security check. A 27-year-old man has died at Manchester airport after being arrested by Border Force ...The Guardian - 1d -
Frankétienne, considered one of Haiti's most important and prolific writers, dies at 88
Frankétienne, a renowned writer, painter, actor and musician known as the “father of Haitian letters” has diedABC News - 22h -
William R. Lucas, Official Blamed in Challenger Tragedy, Dies at 102
The strong-willed director of NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, he failed to pass on warnings from engineers that the space shuttle launch was at risk.The New York Times - 20h -
Daniel Bisogno, longtime host of Mexico's 'Ventaneando,' dies at 51
Daniel Bisogno, who co-hosted Mexico's TV Azteca talk show 'Ventaneando,' died after complications from a September liver transplant, the TV program said.Los Angeles Times - 21h -
Olga James, a Star of ‘Carmen Jones’ and ‘Mr. Wonderful,’ Dies at 95
An operatic soprano, she had high-profile roles on film and stage in the 1950s. But after that, she mostly spent her career away from the limelight.The New York Times - 21h -
Jerry Butler, R&B singer and early leader of the Impressions, dies at 85
After scoring hits including 'He Will Break Your Heart' and 'Make It Easy on Yourself,' the singer went on to a second life in Chicago politics.Los Angeles Times - 18h -
Mel Bochner, Conceptual Artist Who Played With Language, Dies at 84
His early work made use of unexpected materials like pennies and masking tape. Later, he created trenchant word paintings that provoked and delighted.The New York Times - 15h -
Patsy Grimaldi, Whose Name Became Synonymous With Pizza, Dies at 93
His coal-oven pizzeria in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge has drawn patrons from New York City and beyond.The New York Times - 13h -
Voletta Wallace, the Notorious B.I.G.’s Mother, Dies at 78
She played the rapper music as a child, stood by his side during his meteoric career and navigated the legal and artistic questions that arose after his killing.The New York Times - 9h -
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Review: Robert De Niro delivers thoughtful performance as a former president in 'Zero Day'
In Netflix's thriller premiering Thursday, Robert De Niro, in his first TV role, plays a former president asked to lead an investigation into a countrywide cyberattack.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
Martin Bakole to face Joseph Parker on short notice after Daniel Dubois falls ill days before event
The heavyweight showdown was expected to produce the next challenger to unified king Oleksandr UsykCBS Sports - 1d -
As Truce Talks Stall, Fears Mount for Israeli Hostages in Gaza After 500 Days
“I was in Gaza. I survived. Keith survived. Others will not,” said Aviva Siegel, who with her husband was taken hostage on Oct. 7, 2023. She urged the Israeli government to secure the release of ...The New York Times - 1d -
FBI Director Kash Patel has first full day on job, plans to implement major changes
It's the first day at work for newly-confirmed FBI Director Kash Patel after his nomination barely passed the Senate Thursday. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.CBS News - 23h -
Cooper Flagg's prep team a 'modern-day Fab Five' had it stuck together
Last year's Montverde Academy team may be one of the best prep teams ever. Could it have made an NCAA tourney run if the players went to the same college?Yahoo Sports - 1d
