Names Shape Destinies

Disney sets new timetable to replace Iger as chief

US entertainment company appoints James Gorman as chair as it seeks to end decade-long succession saga

Business - Financial Times - October 21

Athletics Drop ‘Oakland’ From Their Name

The team has a new designation and will play at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento.

Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Kamala Harris says this lesson from her mom shaped her career—why parenting experts say it’s essential for success

Growing up, Vice President Kamala Harris's mother taught her to approach conflict with agency and accountability. The lessons have shaped her career, she says.

Business - CNBC - October 13

Is swing state business in better shape than it was four years ago? Here’s what the data says

Was the Biden or Trump administration better for the business climate in swing states? Here's what the data from CNBC's annual Top States study says.

Business - CNBC - October 16

Japan’s Wage Deal Timeline May Shape BOJ View on Next Rate Hike

World - Yahoo News - October 17

Elections, hurricane damage and more: Here are four factors that will shape holiday shoppers' purchases

A deal-hunting mindset, volatile weather and election distraction could influence holiday spending this year.

Business - CNBC - October 21

Beyond ace Gerrit Cole, Yankees’ 2024 World Series rotation is taking shape

The Yankees have only announced Gerrit Cole as their Game 1 starter for their upcoming World Series matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers, but the remainder of the plan is taking shape behind the ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Trump is the only GOP candidate some young voters have ever known. It's shaped their worldview.

Young voters born in the mid-to-late '90s have faced three election cycles where the stakes seem massive, the candidates don’t feel fresh and Trump has been a constant on the ballot, they said.

The Man Who Shaped China’s Strongman Rule Has a New Job: Winning Taiwan

Xi Jinping’s top adviser, Wang Huning, is credited with shaping the authoritarianism that steered China’s rise. But can he influence Taiwan?

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

Americans in Puerto Rico can't vote for US president. Their anger at Trump is shaping the race

Residents say a speaker calling Puerto Rico garbage before a packed Donald Trump rally in New York was the latest humiliation for an island territory that has long suffered from mistreatment

World - ABC News - October 28

‘We built Brazil’: how descendants of enslaved Africans have helped shape the country

A new book explores the way Black people are playing a transformative role in the fight for equality despite centuries of enslavement and continued neglect. “A cook for a small family is needed. ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Can we trust official statistics? The data gaps shaping our view of the economy

Policymakers are grappling with some increasingly murky numbers

World - Financial Times - November 1

Election 2024: How Trump vs. Harris could shape taxes, home prices and grocery costs

Your guide to where the presidential candidates stand on key economic and money issues.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Quincy Jones, legendary composer who shaped Michael Jackson's solo career, has died

Quincy Jones, who expanded the American songbook as a musician, composer and producer and shaped some of the biggest stars of the 20th century, has died at 91.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 4 days ago

Quad 1 wins, nonconference games and bid-stealers: What to watch as bracket takes shape

Realignment and the quad system will change how the March Madness bracket is built.

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

New Mercedes-Benz CLA Will Have Star-Shaped Headlights And I Want To Squeeze Its Cute Little Cheeks

World - Yahoo News - Yesterday

The Berlin Wall: A divide that once shaped German women's lives still echoes today

As Germany celebrates the fall of the Berlin Wall 35 years ago on Nov. 9 1989, women look back at how different their lives were under communism in East and capitalism in West Germany

World - ABC News - 13 hours ago

Yankees name Rodón to start Game 1 of ALCS

Left-hander Carlos Rodón will start the ALCS opener for the Yankees against the Guardians.

Sports - ESPN - October 13

Utah's Rising out for season, Wilson named starter

Utah quarterback Cam Rising is out for the season with a lower leg injury and coach Kyle Whittingham says true freshman Isaac Wilson will be the Utes' starter until further notice.

Sports - ESPN - October 15

Countries that have cashed in on their top-level domain names

Anguilla is raking in extra unexpected revenue from registration fees for its

Tech - ABC News - October 15

Sources: Tuchel set to be named England boss

Thomas Tuchel is set to become England's new head coach after talks accelerated with the Football Association at a rapid pace in the past 48 hours, sources told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - October 16

Tuchel 'very proud' to be named England manager

Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel becomes only the third non-British manager of the England men's team.

PSG name Yohan Cabaye to lead youth academy

Former France international Yohan Cabaye has been named as the sporting director of Paris Saint-Germain's youth academy, the club confirmed on Wednesday.

Sports - ESPN - October 16

Pelosi: Saying Trump's name is 'like swearing'

Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) says she tries to avoid saying former President Trump's name out loud. In a recent podcast interview, the California representative said naming Trump is "like ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Clark named All-WNBA; Collier, Wilson unanimous

Fever guard Caitlin Clark on Wednesday became the league's first rookie since Candace Parker in 2008 to be named to the All-WNBA first team.

Sports - ESPN - October 17

Football quiz: name the players and managers by their trophy cabinets

Match the footballers and coaches to the shiny silverware. Below, we’ve listed the trophy hauls of players and managers – with players first. The lists do not include losing final appearances ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

Boy who died in house explosion named

Archie York's aunt says her nephew was "a loving boy, with a cheeky little grin on his face".

Man who died in house explosion named

The man killed alongside a seven-year-old boy in the blast in Benwell is identified as Jason Laws.

'Blue Dot' in Nebraska draws boldface political names

The Harris and Trump campaigns descended upon Nebraska to deliver a similar message to its 2nd Congressional District: their votes could decide the presidential race.

Disney will name Bob Iger’s replacement in early 2026

Disney has tapped James Gorman to replace Mark Parker as the company’s next chairman, effective in January, as the media giant lays the groundwork to name a successor for CEO Bob Iger in early ...

Disney to Name Bob Iger's Successor in Early 2026

The company also said Mark Parker resigned as the chairman and named James Gorman as his replacement, effective Jan. 2.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 21

Sears, Davis, Flagg named preseason All-America

Mark Sears, RJ Davis, Hunter Dickinson, Johni Broome, Caleb Love and Cooper Flagg were named to the AP preseason All-America college basketball team.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

HSBC Announces Restructuring and Names First Female C.F.O.

The restructuring of Europe’s largest lender comes as it looks to cut costs and navigate a diplomatic minefield across its sprawling operations.

Business - The New York Times - October 22

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