Longing Sweets Viral

Swedes left longing for sweets as viral TikTok starts craze for candy

The tradition of chomping through a kilo of sweets once a week is under threat as demand soars for sugary sweets. Swedes love sweets. So when an American TikToker sparked a craze for Swedish candy ...

World - The Guardian - 7 hours ago

I'm not stupid, I've chosen to speak, says catfish victim duped for nine years

Kirat Assi was the victim of an elaborate catfish which lasted almost nine years.

The Curious Case of a Temple Sweet: How Food Increasingly Divides India

A Hindu politician has accused his Christian predecessor of allowing a temple’s sanctity to be violated with an animal product.

World - The New York Times - October 27

Sweet 16: From Cooper Flagg to John Calipari to R.J. Davis

Meet the most intriguing players and coaches in college basketball this season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 30

Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins scores sweet pad in Georgia for $2 million

The legendary NFL quarterback bought the Suwanee mansion after relocating to Georgia when he was transferred from the Minnesota Vikings to the Falcons in March.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

Matthew Sweet, alt-rocker known for '90s hit 'Girlfriend,' suffers 'debilitating' stroke on tour

Singer-songwriter Matthew Sweet suffered a "debilitating" stroke while on tour in Toronto in mid-October, his manager confirmed on Wednesday.

2024 Halloween: Five sugary sweet trade proposals before NFL deadline; Russell Wilson, Tyler Lockett reunited?

A couple of last-minute possibilities ahead of the Nov. 5 trade deadline

Sports - CBS Sports - October 31

'Sweet Caroline,' Harry Kane and more best moments from Giants-Panthers in Germany

The Giants will take on the Panthers in Germany on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Sports - ESPN - November 10

‘A sweet lady’: Business owner’s wife killed during robbery at south Sacramento jewelry store

World - Yahoo News - Yesterday

Sabrina Carpenter brings 'Short n' Sweet' — and special guest Christina Aguilera — to Crypto.com Arena

Fresh from being nominated for half a dozen Grammy Awards, the 25-year-old pop star brought her tour behind this year's 'Short n' Sweet' to Los Angeles on Friday night.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 20 hours ago

The long end keeps on rising

And emerging markets in a no-landing scenario

World - Financial Times - October 22

Maine dogs go viral for their autumn joy

Jody Hartman of Freeport, Maine, went viral for giving his pets the OK to run and jump through the autumn leaf piles.

5 memes and viral moments that defined the 2024 election

Vice President Harris, former President Trump, and other politicians have been the subject of viral memes during the election cycle, with highlights including "Brat summer," "childless cat ladies," ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Trump's claim of 'massive cheating' in Philadelphia rejected by officials

BBC Verify investigates claims spreading online questioning the integrity of the US election.

'Wheel of Fortune' contestant goes viral for a meaty 'missolve'

swer to the puzzle in question was "Give yourself a round of applause."

Playing Out a Dream, a Long, Long Way From Home

An academy of a team in England’s lower leagues offers Americans at the end of their collegiate eligibility a chance to continue their soccer careers.

World - The New York Times - November 8

Goodbye to Democracy? Not Quite Yet.

In a year filled with elections, the state of democracy is thriving by many measures. But there are dark clouds on the horizon.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 8

Anti-fossil fuel comic that went viral in France arrives in UK

World Without End topped bestseller lists but was criticised for embracing nuclear power. In 2019, France’s best known climate expert sat down to work with its most feted graphic novelist. The ...

World - The Guardian - October 19

Fake news headlines are going viral. Here's what to know.

Experts say fabricated headlines can mislead the public at a time when facts are crucial.

Russia is behind viral disinformation targeting Walz, intelligence official says

A senior U.S. intelligence official says viral online content spreading baseless attacks on Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz was created by Russia

Tech - ABC News - October 22

Harris says Trump is a fascist after Kelly's comments go viral

Vice President Kamala Harris said she thinks Donald Trump is a fascist after his ex-chief of staff John Kelly linked the former president to fascism in recent interviews. CBS News' Nikole Killion ...

False claims about machines "switching" votes are going viral

Election security experts told CBS News that unfounded claims of machines flipping votes have circulated for years.

Harris to Michigan, Trump to Georgia as comedian's offensive rally comments go viral

Vice President Kamala Harris has responded to the offensive and racist comments that comedian Tony Hinchcliffe delivered during former President Donald Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden. This ...

JP Morgan sues customers over viral TikTok cheque fraud

“Infinite money glitch” allowed the withdrawal of funds from cheques before they were cleared by the bank.

How Did an Ordinary Brooklyn Street Corner Become a Viral Meme?

A viral photo of three fast-food chains on a Brooklyn street corner is something of a Rorschach test on social media. It has multiple meanings for New Yorkers, too.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 29

Iowa resident dies of suspected Lassa fever: What is the rare viral disease?

This would mark only the ninth cases reported in the U.S. since 1969.

Politics - The Hill - October 29

JPMorgan Chase Sues Four Customers for Bank Fraud Seen in Viral TikToks

The people deposited fake checks and withdrew large sums from Chase ATMs, the lawsuits said.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

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