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'He was born navy blue': Real-life stories behind Toxic Town Netflix series
The drama tells the story of how families fought for justice over their children's birth defects.BBC News - 10h -
Watch: A real-life flying car takes to the skies
From science-fiction to the real world, flying cars are here - but could the concept actually take off?BBC News - Feb. 23 -
In One Woman’s Life, the Story of Ukraine’s War, 3 Years On
In treatment for cancer and with her husband in a Russian prison, Olha Kurtmallaieva, 25, worries that time may be running out for her and, possibly, her country.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
Veteran journalist Don Dahler reflects on a life covering the world's biggest stories
In his new memoir, "Souvenirs from an Absurd Life," Don Dahler shares firsthand accounts of war zones, wildlife and decades of groundbreaking reporting.CBS News - 5d -
'The Accidental Getaway Driver' is a real-life thriller that's comfortable in the slow lane
Filmmaker Sing J. Lee's O.C.-set debut about the 2016 case of three escaped convicts and a kidnapped taxi driver steers to some intriguing emotional places.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
'Real life Squid Game': Kim Sae-ron's death exposes Korea's celebrity culture
Analysts say they are not optimistic that the ruthless "cancel culture" surrounding the industry will change.BBC News - Feb. 19 -
The Playbook, Inning 7: Fantasy baseball managers must adjust to real-life trends
How to go from fantasy baseball novice to expert in one season? Part 7 dives into MLB's new normal and how fantasy managers need to adjust.ESPN - Feb. 21 -
Toxic Town: Jodie Whittaker is absolutely flawless as she battles real-life injustice
The hasty regeneration of Corby’s old steelworks poisoned a generation. Now the story of how it came to court is told in a harrowing, if slightly melodramatic, new Netflix series. Jack Thorne ...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
From page to pitch: How Harry Potter's Quidditch became a real-life sport
Now called Quadball, the sport was made famous by JK Rowling's bespectacled wizard.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
The Delirious, Violent, Impossible True Story of the Zizians
A handful of gifted young tech people set out to save the world. For years, WIRED has been tracking each twist and turn of their alleged descent into mayhem and death.Wired - Feb. 21 -
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Love, loss and duty: Photojournalists share stories of war
Moving accounts of some of the men and women behind the striking images that have encapsulated the war.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
These 3 healthcare stories are spooking investors. But they shouldn’t worry.
Rumors of cuts to Medicare Advantage and a new Justice Department probe of UnitedHealth have investors focused on the wrong things, one analyst says.MarketWatch - Feb. 24 -
Tiny Love Stories: ‘The Wrong Parent Died’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.The New York Times - 5d -
The best stories of Diana Taurasi's legendary career
Here's a look at Diana Taurasi from those who know her best as the 42-year-old retires.ESPN - 5d -
Gene Hackman, a Life in Pictures
A Hollywood superstar and two-time Oscar winner who stood out by blending in.The New York Times - 3d -
Jack Vettriano: a life in pictures
The Scottish artist – whose Singing Butler has been reproduced three million times, and who counted Jack Nicholson, Tim Rice and Terence Conran as fans – has died in France aged 73 • Scottish ...The Guardian - 22h -
Tiny Love Stories: ‘My Mother Lied to a Grieving Lady’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
The stock market looks good from the outside — but inside is another story
The percentage of unprofitable publicly traded U.S. companies is risingMarketWatch - Feb. 22 -
Webcam follows bald eagle couple's epic love story
Two bald eagles named Jackie and Shadow in California gained a global social media following. Joy Benedict shows the beloved birds of prey trying for a family again.CBS News - Feb. 22 -
The Rubiales-Hermoso court case revealed so much – and the story is not complete yet
Luis Rubiales’ trial for the non-consensual kiss of Jennifer Hermoso during the medal ceremony of the 2023 Women’s World Cup final lasted a fortnight. Within a week of its conclusion, a verdict was ...Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24 -
NYC Students Share Their Style Stories: Haunted Dresses and Special Boots
An event in downtown Manhattan had designers and writers reading local students’ poems, short stories and essays about fashion and beauty.The New York Times - 5d -
Nurses' stories recount terror of armed man's attack at Pennsylvania hospital
The stories of two nurses who survived a gunman's attack on an intensive care unit in a York, Pennsylvania, hospital are being shared in Facebook posts that reveal new detailsABC News - 5d -
How ‘The Substance’ Helped Mubi Become a Streaming Success Story
The niche movie streaming service has become a real Hollywood player thanks to the success of the body horror film.The New York Times - 3d -
Fans Love a Comeback Story. These 10 M.L.B. Players Could Deliver.
Mike Trout isn’t the only former M.V.P. looking to bounce back from an injury-riddled season.The New York Times - 3d -
Love story between two bald eagles plays out in unlikely place
Two bald eagles have been nesting in a tree in the San Bernardino National Forest since 2018. They've grown a fanbase, thanks to two solar-powered webcams that observe the birds. Now, the pair is ...CBS News - 2d -
Netflix shines light on true story 'that's been buried for a long time'
The series stars Jodie Whittaker and Aimee Lou Wood as real-life mothers fighting for justice.BBC News - 2d -
‘I love a home with a story’: inside a designer’s colourful London home
Designer Lou Rota shares her use of space, colour and nature to create a legacy home. Just as the British designer Lou Rota is enjoying what you might call a third act in her career – from ...The Guardian - 1d -
Snowy Day and Other Stories — surveillance and paranoia in South Korea
In a nation haunted by a repressive past and threats from North Korea, Lee Chang-dong’s tales fuse the personal with an inescapable politicsFinancial Times - 23h -
Remembering Gene Hackman's life and legacy
You've probably heard descriptions of actors like "they filled the screen" or "they showed range." If you didn't know what those really meant, Gene Hackman's four decades of examples pretty much ...CBS News - 4d -
‘The Pitt’ Has Impressed Real Doctors With Its Accuracy
Max’s unusually accurate medical drama, starring Noah Wyle as a beleaguered E.R. physician, has become the talk of real-life hospital breakrooms.The New York Times - Feb. 19 -
GM: Colts plan to 'create real competition' at QB
The Colts intend to have an "open" competition at quarterback between Anthony Richardson and a yet-to-be-determined offseason acquisition, general manager Chris Ballard said Tuesday.ESPN - 6d -
Real Madrid match paused over Asencio chants
Real Madrid's Copa del Rey game at Real Sociedad was briefly suspended Wednesday, following chants from the crowd aimed at Madrid defender Raúl Asencio.ESPN - 4d -
Brit Awards 2025: The real winners and losers
From Jade's problematic dress, to Stormzy's eye injury - here's what really went down at the Brits.BBC News - 2d -
Ancelotti rues 'costly' Real Madrid defeat at Betis
Carlo Ancelotti admitted that Real Madrid's 2-1 defeat at Real Betis on Saturday could prove "costly" in the LaLiga title race.ESPN - 1d -
Real Madrid's season is teetering, and now they face Atléti
Real Madrid appeared to be in a renaissance in mid-February but now, just two weeks later, their season could be on the line.ESPN - 1h -
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior victim of racist taunts vs. Real Sociedad, game briefly paused by refs
The Brazilian superstar was once again targeted with racist taunts, this time at Real SociedadCBS Sports - 5d -
Where to watch Real Betis vs. Real Madrid, odds: La Liga live stream, prediction, how to watch, lineups
Carlo Ancelotti's side will visit Seville on SaturdayCBS Sports - 3d -
Real Madrid tripped up in La Liga at Real Betis: Here's why Los Blancos won't be overly concerned
Champions League returns this week, Los Blancos were missing some key players, and they figure to be favorites in both UCL and La Liga come season's endCBS Sports - 2d
