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She Swapped Her ‘Spinsterlicious Life’ for Him

Eleanore Wells loved her single, child-free life so much that she wrote a book about it. Then, at 60, she moved to Australia where she met Anthony Graham.

The New York Times - 3h

‘Unprecedented risk’ to life on Earth: Scientists call for halt on ‘mirror life’ microbe research

Experts warn that mirror bacteria, constructed from mirror images of molecules found in nature, could put humans, animals and plants at risk of lethal infections. World-leading scientists have ...

The Guardian - 13h

The Benefits and Risks of Fluoride, Explained

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said he wants to curb water fluoridation nationwide. Here’s what the science shows about the benefits and the risks.

The New York Times - 15h

Tennessee hospital was destroyed by Helene — others face risk

Flash flooding from Hurricane Helene trapped dozens of people on the rooftop of Unicoi County Hospital.

CBS News - 22h

Measures to boost housebuilding in England risk being thwarted

Experts say councils may be given too much time to produce local plans that permit increased development

Financial Times - 1d

For North Carolina, the risk of hiring Bill Belichick is worth it

Plenty of NFL coaches have gone to the college ranks and failed. But this is a new era in college sports, and Belichick with his 8 Super Bowl rings could deliver big.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Al-Assad Is Gone, and One Idea Fills My Brain

On Sunday at 3 a.m. my mother woke me with a shaky voice. All our phones were ringing and the TV was loud. “He fell, Zaina, he fell. Assad fell.”

The New York Times - 1d

Inside the 10-year-old's life of violence and torture

The 10-year-old was sassy, bubbly and dreamed of being on X Factor, but behind closed doors she was brutally beaten. Why could no-one save her?

BBC News - 1d

Nikki Giovanni – a life in pictures

Nikki Giovanni, born in Knoxville, Tennessee, on 7 June 1943, was a critically acclaimed poet, educator and activist whose work was pivotal to the Black Arts movement and the Black Power movement. ...

The Guardian - 2d

Nippon Life in Talks to Acquire Resolution Life

The potential deal follows Nippon Life’s purchase of a stake in Corebridge Financial from American International Group and underscores the Japanese insurer’s thirst for deals abroad.

The Wall Street Journal - 2d

Nippon Life in talks to buy Resolution Life for $8.2bn in jumbo insurance deal

Acquisition would be largest-ever overseas agreement by Japanese insurer

Financial Times - 2d

The underdog life of Josh Butler

After losing both of his parents, Josh Butler went viral for escorting his dogs on the field on Senior Day in 2019. Now, he's proving his worth in the NFL.

ESPN - 3d

Footballers' dementia risk 'not linked to lifestyle'

A study finds no evidence the high dementia risk for footballers is linked to health and lifestyle factors, increasing the likelihood that heading footballs has caused brain injuries.

BBC News - 3d

The endangered Mercosaurus roars back to life

Europe and South America revive a dormant deal

Financial Times - 3d

Leinster spark into life and cruise past Bristol

Leinster begin their pursuit of a fifth Investec Champions Cup crown with a ruthless second half display to claim a bonus-point victory over Bristol Bears at Ashton Gate.

BBC News - 4d

Freedman Town's history comes to life in new documentary

Kathleen Sanders shares the story of her grandmother, Katie Johnson Warren, in a new documentary. The film explores the history of Freedman Town as a safe haven for African Americans during a time ...

CBS News - 6d

How a villain came to life in 'Dune: Part Two'

Perhaps no single character made a bigger impact onscreen in 'Dune: Part Two' than the viciously terrifying Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen, played by Austin Butler.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

A Home Library Can Tell Your Life Story

These interior designers have strategies for creating personal spaces for reading, whether it is in a dedicated room or a welcoming corner in your house.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

The Best Gifts for the Beverage Enthusiast in Your Life (2024)

Our favorite WIRED-tested giftable gadgets for everything from water and coffee to wine and cocktails.

Wired - Dec. 5

Could Dark Chocolate Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes?

A new study suggests that it might. We asked experts if that’s too good to be true.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

New data on CTE risk for hockey players

A new study is offering more data on the increased risk of CTE among hockey players. Dr. James Noble, a neurology professor at Columbia University, joins CBS News with more.

CBS News - Dec. 4

Powell ‘not concerned’ over risks Trump will stifle Fed independence

US central bank chief says his institution has ‘broad support’ on Capitol Hill

Financial Times - Dec. 4

Moment of big opportunity and high risk for Marine Le Pen

Backing the collapse of Michel Barnier's French government is a high-stakes gamble for the far right leader.

BBC News - Dec. 4

BNPL Fuels Black Friday Weekend Buying, and Risks of Spiking Debt

Buy Now Pay Later companies processed over $9 billion worth of purchases on Cyber Monday alone, as consumers increasingly used deferred payment options on their credit cards.

Inc. - Dec. 4

Ex-boyfriend sentenced to life in femicide that rocked Italy

A 23-year-old Italian man has been sentenced to life in prison after admitting to stabbing his ex-girlfriend in a closely watched case that sparked public outcry.

NBC News - Dec. 4

A New Benchmark for the Risks of AI

MLCommons provides benchmarks that test the abilities of AI systems. It wants to measure the bad side of AI next.

Wired - Dec. 4

Exposure to air pollution increases infertility risk, US study finds

Research shows common air pollutants can be detrimental to egg, sperm and embryo development. Maternal and paternal exposure to common air pollutants may increase the risk of infertility because it ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

Georgians risk serious injury and jail in fresh pro-EU protests

More than 300 people have been arrested and police are accused of using unnecessary force on the streets.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Marc Guéhi risks FA punishment after another message on rainbow armband

Palace captain wrote ‘Jesus loves you’ on his armband He had already been warned about message on Saturday Marc Guéhi is likely to face punishment from the Football Association after the Crystal ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Blue Ridge Beef recalls Puppy Mix over salmonella risk

Federal regulators say puppy food sold by Blue Ridge Beef in seven states tested positive for salmonella.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Wall Street’s AI-powered rally risks ‘correction’, Vanguard warns

Asset manager’s chief economist Joe Davis says investors are overplaying the near-term potential of the technology

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Thomas Kingston took life after reaction to medication

The husband of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent's daughter died from a head injury in February.

BBC News - Dec. 3

Barnier ‘method’ at risk in raucous French parliament

Premier’s diplomatic skills run out of rope with far-right opposition