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Report finds ‘shocking and dispiriting’ fall in children reading for pleasure
National Literacy Trust finds only 35% of eight to 18-year-olds enjoy reading in their spare time, a sharp drop on last year to the lowest figure yet recorded. Children’s reading enjoyment has ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
Cancer diagnosis was the biggest shock of my life - Sir Chris Hoy
Speaking to BBC Breakfast, six-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Chris Hoy says finding out his cancer was terminal was "the biggest shock" of his life.Top stories - BBC News - November 5 -
The Spin | The 1983 West Indian rebel tour to South Africa that shocked cricket
Source of a tip-off that blew the cover of 16 players leaving Barbados for the apartheid pariah state is finally revealed. As the England men’s team arrive at Bridgetown airport for their three ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
World Needs Much More Aid to Adapt to Climate Shocks, U.N. Says
A new report, urging rich nations to give more climate aid to poorer ones, comes as Donald Trump’s election throws global climate talks into disarray.World - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
The US election, while shocking, was not a repudiation of democracy | Austin Sarat
Americans believe firmly in democracy, and Trump winning is not an endorsement of authoritarianism. Democracy requires faith of various kinds. It requires faith in the wisdom of the people, in the ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
How much will Arsenal miss Edu after sporting director's shock departure?
Edu has successfully overseen Arsenal's transfers for the past five years. Why is he leaving so unexpectedly, and what will the Gunners do now?Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago -
'Glorious light' goes out - shock at Robins' Coventry exit
BBC Sport looks at some of the reaction from Coventry City's decision to sack boss Mark Robins, the English Football League longest-serving manager.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago -
Clock ticking for Messi as Miami suffer biggest shock in MLS postseason history
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are out of the MLS playoffs after getting stunned by Atlanta.Sports - ESPN - Yesterday -
European football: Barcelona suffer shock defeat against Real Sociedad
Roma sack coach Ivan Juric after just 12 games in charge Scott McTominay scores as Napoli hold Inter 1-1 Barcelona suffered a shock 1-0 La Liga defeat at Real Sociedad on Sunday that ended ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Lionel Messi’s shock playoff defeat was great for drama but a problem for MLS
The league has made the Argentinian star the crux of its push for growth. But now that his season is over will neutral fans bother to watch?Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago -
‘Almost like imprisonment’: the shocking truth about life for boybands in their ‘golden era’
Mobbed, groped, overworked, paid a pittance and given little time off … ahead of a major TV series about boybands, former members of 5ive and 911 reveal what success was really like for many. ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
David Coote video ‘shocking’ but refs aren’t corrupt says former colleague
The Premier League referee who appeared to call Jurgen Klopp a “German c---” has damaged the reputation of referees but they are not corrupt, a former colleague has said.Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 hours ago -
World Needs Much More Aid to Adapt to Climate Shocks, U.N. Says
A new report, urging rich nations to give more climate aid to poorer ones, comes as Donald Trump’s election throws global climate talks into disarray.Science - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Will Iran respond to Israel's attack?
Israel is on alert after launching a public attack toward Iran as a response to the Oct. 1, 2024, attacks. It is not clear if Iran plans to respond to Israel's latest move. This comes as cease-fire ...Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Police and firefighters attacked with fireworks
Three teenagers are arrested as emergency workers are targeted with fireworks during Bonfire Night.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
Damar Hamlin has been about more than a shocking Monday night moment this season
'I won't lie, Monday nights are a little bit more meaningful to me,' Hamlin said.Sports - ESPN - October 14 -
I Cut Off His Penis: The Truth Behind the Headlines review – shocking cases
This documentary on the phenomenon of penicide paints a terrible picture – but it could have been far bolder. There is a much bolder programme struggling to get out of I Cut Off His Penis: The ...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
Disney to debut new Lightning Lane Premier Pass this month, but some guests may have sticker shock
The Walt Disney Co. is set to pilot a new pass for guests to get on rides faster at its domestic theme parks, but the cost might be a bit out of reach for some peopleEntertainment - ABC News - October 16 -
Phoenix officers punched and shocked a deaf Black man, body camera footage shows
PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix officers repeatedly punched and shocked a deaf Black man with a Taser nearly two months ago when they responded to a call that the man had committed an assault at a ...Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
Argentine authorities probe what happened before Liam Payne's fatal fall from his hotel balcony
Argentine prosecutors say that the circumstances surrounding the death of ex-One Direction singer Liam Payne were suspicious and possibly involved drugs, though there was no sign of a third party ...Entertainment - ABC News - October 18 -
Grief and shock at Buenos Aires hotel where Liam Payne died: ‘I came to say goodbye’
One Direction fans flock to the site where their idol fell to his death on Wednesday as hotel guests express confusion. The street of the Casa Sur hotel in Buenos Aires, where the One Direction ...World - The Guardian - October 17 -
British Champions Day 2024: Anmaat shock 40-1 winner of Champion Stakes – as it happened
Anmaat pulls off a huge shock to win the Champion Stakes at Ascot. The favourite Kyprios looks well as he limbers up for the first race.. Carol Vorderman has arrived for those who need help with ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Australia’s Tim Tszyu suffers shock defeat to Bakhram Murtazaliev in super welterweight bout
Australian TKO’d inside three rounds in IBF super welterweight fight Tszyu’s father, ex-world champion Kostya, was ringside for shock loss Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu has suffered a shock ...World - The Guardian - October 20 -
Shocked members of Congress from Texas seek answers on unclaimed bodies used for research
Reps. Jasmine Crockett and Marc Veasey expressed “grave concerns” in response to an NBC News investigation into the University of North Texas’ body donation program.Top stories - NBC News - October 23 -
Kennesaw State shocks Liberty: Previously winless Owls sink Flames' playoff hopes while claiming first FBS win
The Flames were viewed as a strong contender for the Group of Five's CFP slotSports - CBS Sports - October 24 -
If voters think like economists, Harris has the edge, but if they focus on sticker shock, Trump will win, this expert says
With just 12 days left in a tight presidential race, all sorts of prediction models are getting attention. Oxford Economics offered two financially-focused models on Thursday,Business - MarketWatch - October 25 -
Bengals star Ja'Marr Chase was shocked to learn this one key piece of information about his team's Week 8 game
Chase has to get up a little earlier on SundaySports - CBS Sports - October 25 -
NFL Week 9 picks: Jets stun Texans on Thursday, Browns shock Chargers for second straight upset
Here's your weekly dose of John Breech's NFL picksSports - CBS Sports - October 29 -
‘We just have to keep fighting’: a shocking new film on the danger of US abortion laws
In the Hilary Clinton and Jennifer Lawrence-produced documentary Zurawski v Texas, women whose lives have been brutally upended have their say. In August 2022, Amanda and Josh Zurawski were 18 ...World - The Guardian - October 27 -
Japan's central bank to remain undeterred on rate hikes despite LDP's electoral shock, analysts say
Roughly 86% of economists polled by Reuters expect the central bank to leave its rates unchanged when it announces its decision Thursday.Business - CNBC - October 28
