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How migrant children are using soccer to connect
Immigration is ranked as one of the top issues for voters in the 2024 presidential election. Since spring 2022, New York City has taken in more than 200,000 asylum seekers, primarily families with ...Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
How Important Is Player Height in Soccer?
The sport increasingly suits tall players, but the best teams are benefitting from smaller technicians.Sports - The New York Times - October 25 -
Arrest made in connection with FEMA threats in North Carolina
An armed man was arrested for allegedly threatening to harm FEMA workers in North Carolina, officials say.Top stories - ABC News - October 14 -
FirstFT: Musk backs Trump election bid with $75mn donation
Also in today’s newsletter, luxury shares fall after poor LVMH results and Boeing raises new capitalWorld - Financial Times - October 16 -
Polymarket Identifies a French Trader Behind Big Trump Bets
Polymarket said that it had linked a single trader to accounts that have wagered heavily on the Republican to win, pushing up his odds on the prediction market.Business - The New York Times - October 24 -
Why ‘Floppy’ Ankles Are a Blessing and a Curse for a Soccer Star
Harry Kane’s physiology predisposes him to injury but also aids his prolific scoring.Sports - The New York Times - October 23 -
Brazilian soccer fan dies after ambush by rivals
Brazilian authorities said a Cruzeiro soccer fan has died after a roadside ambush by rival supporters in São Paulo state on Sunday morning.Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago -
Will Manchester United Return to the Top of English Soccer?
The club is at a familiar point in the post-Alex Ferguson era, hoping a new start will finally bring sustained improvement.Sports - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
UEFA pledges $1 billion to grow women's soccer
UEFA pledged Wednesday to steer €1 billion ($1.08 billion) toward all levels of women's soccer over the next six years as part of a comprehensive strategy to grow the game in Europe.Sports - ESPN - 5 days ago -
Why 2-0 Is an Increasingly Dangerous Scoreline in Soccer
Losing teams are making late recoveries and turning games around more often than ever.Sports - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
The Piece of a Soccer Uniform That Has Become Extremely Rare
It was once an essential feature, but now it is a rare sight on the pitch.Sports - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Once Incarcerated, Now This Man Connects Students to Clean Energy Careers
Clean energy careers are on the rise, and one expert is showing students the way to find them,Business - Inc. - October 13 -
What we know about the arrest made in connection to FEMA threats
A man has been arrested and charged for allegedly threatening some of those involved in hurricane recovery efforts in North Carolina. Officials say the threats forced FEMA responders, who have been ...Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Israel assures US that retaliation against Iran will target military
Oil prices fall on signs Benjamin Netanyahu plans to avoid energy sector and nuclear sitesBusiness - Financial Times - October 15 -
Finland warns of increasing Ukraine fatigue among distracted west
Also in this newsletter: Meloni hits back against Albania migration hub criticismWorld - Financial Times - October 15 -
Watch as North Korea blows up roads connecting to South Korea
Pyongyang vowed to sever road and railway access to South Korea in a bid to “completely separate” the two countries.Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
UK wage growth falls to 4.9%
Data for three months to August adds to evidence that pay pressures are easingBusiness - Financial Times - October 15 -
Standoff near LAX connected to shooting of Santa Monica College employee
The gunman who shot a longtime Santa Monica College employee is dead following a pursuit that ended in a standoff in El Segundo, according to the Santa Monica Police Department.Top stories - NBC News - October 16 -
Cleveland wins $60 million federal grant to help connect Downtown to the lakefront
Cleveland took a significant leap Wednesday on the road to remaking its lakefront. The city won almost $60 million in federal grants to help convert the Shoreway into a slimmed-down boulevard.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
No, you’re not imagining it – the UK’s 5G connection really is crap | Chris Stokel-Walker
We are lagging behind other G7 countries, but improving mobile networks could add billions to the economy. The leafy countryside of Sussex is delightful to drive through, all twisting country lanes ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
Matthew Stafford connects with Demarcus Robinson for two TDs as Rams hold edge
Stafford, who entered the game with three passing touchdowns on the season, has thrown four vs. the Vikings.Sports - ESPN - October 24 -
Kirk Cousins, Kyle Pitts connect for 36-yard Falcons TD
The Falcons opened up scoring early against the Buccaneers.Sports - ESPN - October 27 -
Harris on Trump connection to Project 2025: 'His DNA is all over it'
Vice President Harris said in a new interview that former President Trump's "DNA is all over" Project 2025. "As you know, I am a former prosecutor; his DNA is all over it," Harris said in the ...Politics - The Hill - October 27 -
3 charged with murder in connection with fatal shooting of New Jersey detective
Detective Sgt. Monica Mosley, with the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office in New Jersey, was fatally shot at her home in Bridgeton on Oct. 15, according to police.Top stories - ABC News - October 28 -
Ballot drop box fires in Oregon and Washington are likely connected, police say
Ballot boxes in Portland, Ore., and neighboring Vancouver, Wash., were set on fire early Monday morning, police said, just over a week out from Election Day.Top stories - NBC News - October 28 -
Virginia au pair pleads guilty to manslaughter in gruesome double murder
A Virginia au pair has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection to the 2023 murders of her employer's wife and another man.Top stories - ABC News - 6 days ago -
4 arrested and charged in connection to home invasion murder of New Jersey detective
Four suspects were arrested and charged in connection to the home invasion slaying of a New Jersey detective earlier this month, prosecutors said Tuesday.Top stories - NBC News - 6 days ago -
D.C. Ellipse park where Harris is speaking has Trump connection
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver her closing argument before the 2024 election in Washington, D.C., Tuesday where she will speak from the Ellipse, the park south of the White House where ...Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
Florida man arrested in connection with the 2016 disappearance of his ex and their daughter
Over eight years after a Florida woman and her 8-year-old daughter went missing, the FBI has arrested the young girl's father in connection with their disappearance.Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
Filipino artist connects with his "Lola" through collaborative watercolors
Many of us wish we could go back in time to ask our grandparents questions about their life, their family, and what it was like growing up, but Filipino artist Kenneth Tan didn't need a time machine.Entertainment - CBS News - 6 days ago -
Steve Mariotti, Who Used Entrepreneurship to Connect With Young People, Dies at 71
The entrepreneur-turned-teacher gained national acclaim for bringing business lessons to underprivileged students.Business - Inc. - 3 days ago -
Wife of missionary killed in Angola arrested in connection to his death, church says
The wife of a Minnesota missionary who was killed in Angola has been arrested in connection with his death, according to his church.Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Broncos' Sutton connects with Nix for a trick play TD vs. Ravens
Nix is now the only player in the league this season to have passed for a touchdown, rushed for a touchdown and caught a touchdown.Sports - ESPN - Yesterday -
'We're very connected': Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone on friendship and Broadway
Appearing together in 'The Roommate,' Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow bring their star power to Broadway and discuss friendship and longevity in theater.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 16 hours ago -
Mexico faces deepening soccer crisis ahead of rivalry clash with USMNT
As the USMNT travels south to meet its archrival for the 78th time Tuesday the atmosphere around El Tri is fraught with discontent and unease.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 14 -
Italy-Israel soccer match is held without incident despite security concerns
There were snipers on the roof of the stadium and a heavy police presence throughout the city of Udine for Italy’s home match against Israel on MondaySports - ABC News - October 14 -
Mexico is struggling to stamp out a homophobic soccer chant ahead of the World Cup
Guadalajara is the capital of a Mexican state that is home to tequila and Mariachi musicSports - ABC News - October 16 -
National Women's Soccer League reveals name for new Boston team
BOS Nation will begin playing in the league in 2026. The expansion of the NWSL into Boston was first announced last September.Top stories - NBC News - October 15