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The New York Times - Health
John A. Clements Dies at 101; His Research Saved Thousands of Babies
He identified the cause of a respiratory condition that was killing 10,000 infants a year in the United States. Then he helped design a drug that slashed those mortality rates.3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Trailblazing actress Cleo Sylvestre dies aged 79
She was the first black actress to have a leading role at the National Theatre, and in a soap opera.3 days ago -
The Guardian - World
David Graham, voice of Thunderbirds and Peppa Pig characters, dies aged 99
In roles including Gordon Tracy, Brains, the Daleks and Grandpa Pig, Graham was ‘generous with his time and his talent’. David Graham, who was the voice of characters in Thunderbirds and Peppa Pig, ...3 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Nelson DeMille, Blockbuster Author Who Thrilled Millions, Dies at 81
In best seller after best seller, world-weary investigators tackled military malfeasance and Russian spies, cracking jokes and beers to the delight of legions of devoted fans.3 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
The Kennedy myth never dies — it just gets weirder
Jack Schlossberg is the star of Camelot 2.0 — the zany years3 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - Tech
The 27-Year-Old Billionaire Whose Army Does AI's Dirty Work
Alexandr Wang’s Scale AI deploys gig workers around the globe to shape how the big AI models behave.3 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Texas couple sentenced to prison after pit bulls killed 81-year-old man
A Texas couple was sentenced to more than a decade in prison each Friday after their pit bulls got loose and killed an 81-year-old man last year, the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office said.3 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Kamala Harris at Wisconsin rally: ‘Women have died because of Trump’s abortion bans’ – live
Vice-president again highlighted case of Amber Thurman, who died in Georgia due to strict abortion ban. Kamala Harris will be in Georgia today and is expected to speak about Donald Trump’s role ...3 days ago - Abortion -
CBS News - Top stories
200-year-old message in a bottle found in France
P.J Féret, who conducted a dig at France's Cité de Limes site in January 1825, wrote the message, archaeologists say.3 days ago -
The New York Times - Health
Michel Siffre, 85, Dies; Descended Into Caves to Study the Human Mind
He was a pioneer in chronobiology, the study of how our bodies understand the passage of time.3 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Peppa Pig and Thunderbirds actor David Graham dies
He provided the voice for characters in TV series including Peppa Pig, Thunderbirds and Doctor Who.3 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Maresca and Guardiola back players over schedule, WSL and more: football news – as it happened
Managers joined in on the discussion surround player workloads while Liverpool are likely to be without Alisson this weekend. We’ve reached West Ham in our pre-season WSL previews. Take a read…. ...3 days ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
'A star is born': Actor Maisy Stella breaks through in 'My Old Ass'
“Who’s that girl?”4 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Michaela DePrince, Who Survived Sierra Leone's Civil War to Become a Star Ballerina, Dies at 29
While living in an orphanage in her war-torn country, she dreamed of being happy, powerful and successful.4 days ago -
GameSpot - Tech
This Is Fine Meme Becoming An Old-School Platformer
The creator of the comic that spawned the "This is Fine" meme is making a video game based on it. KC Green, who created the "Gunshow" comic, has announced a partnership with Numskull Games to make ...4 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Boy, 2, dies after TV screen falls at home
Carter Walsh died after a TV fell on him in what is believed to be a “tragic accident”, police say.4 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How a 12-year-old girl who escaped a serial killer likely saved other lives
In 1994, Becky Savarese was walking to school in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, when Lewis Lent tried to abduct her. He was arrested and later confessed to killing at least two other children, ...4 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Fatal stabbing of 10-year-old rattles Japanese community in China
Spate of attacks reignites concern among expatriates and companies about anti-Japanese sentiment4 days ago - China -
The Guardian - World
Frasier season two review – so old-fashioned at points it makes you dizzy
The humour is basic, the laugh track extremely dated and the dialogue creaky. But Kelsey Grammer and co’s fantastic performances lift it until it just about gets away with it all. What’s with all ...4 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Couple dies while snorkeling during Hawaii babymoon
Family and friends are mourning the deaths of a Washington state couple who died while snorkeling on vacation in Hawaii.4 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
An 8-Year-Old Ohio Girl Takes a Solo Drive to Target in Family’s SUV
A missing girl and reports of an erratic driver turned out to be related, with police officers in Ohio finding the girl safe, and enjoying a drink.4 days ago