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Dollar’s surge sparks biggest fall in emerging market currencies in 2 years
Developing economies also suffering from ‘confluence of bad news’Financial Times - 6h -
US woman found safe after disappearance sparked conspiracy theories
Her disappearance sparked conspiracies online before police declared she had "voluntarily" gone missing.BBC News - 11h -
The Actors Roundtable: The fear factor behind great art
Adrien Brody, Kieran Culkin, Colman Domingo, Peter Sarsgaard, Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong dive into their films, truth-telling and acting alongside your director.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Milei Tames Inflation in Argentina With Painful Policies, Sparking Applause and Anger
A year after becoming president, Javier Milei has been praised inside and outside Argentina for reining in galloping inflation. But his economic policies have inflicted widespread hardship.The New York Times - 1h -
Vlahovic sparks Juventus to leave Manchester City deep in trouble
Missing in action during the past six torrid weeks: Manchester City’s pizzazz. It was absent here again, in the latest moping performance that has become the recognisable face of Pep Guardiola’s ...The Guardian - 13h -
'Technical issue' sparks widespread Facebook, Meta problems
Meta said Wednesday afternoon that the problems were sparked by "a technical issue."The Hill - 16h -
Trump sparks fears over retribution against media with Patel FBI pick
Threats by Kash Patel, President-elect Trump’s pick for FBI director, to use the power of the bureau to scrutinize news outlets critical of the incoming administration are sending a chill through ...The Hill - 1d -
UnitedHealth shooting sparks security fears for execs — but fixes are expensive and complicated
Security company executives have seen a dramatic increase in inquiries for services after the murder of Brian Thompson.MarketWatch - 1d -
The Memo: Social media sympathy for killing of health insurance CEO sparks pushback
The battle lines over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and the ethics of the health care industry, are receiving additional scrutiny from Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D), the ...The Hill - 1d -
Former England rugby star feared dead in flood during Storm Darragh
Northumbria Police says a search is continuing where Tom Voyce's car was found near Alnwick.BBC News - 1d -
Prince William and Jacob Elordi Grow Beards That Spark Strong Feelings
Whether on Prince William, JD Vance or Jacob Elordi, facial hair gets people talking.The New York Times - 1d -
Patel FBI plans spark concern over agency independence, retribution
Kash Patel, President-elect Trump’s nominee to lead the FBI, has promised to deliver a massive reform of a bureau he sees as among the agencies that have “weaponized the government.” Patel hasn’t ...The Hill - 2d -
McKinsey’s $122mn bribery settlement in South Africa sparks outrage
Politicians and campaigners say penalty is insufficient as country struggles with corruptionFinancial Times - 2d -
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Fear and Loathing on the Tennis Court
Conor Niland’s book, “The Racket,” is a document of haves and have-nots. It just won a prestigious sports award — and earned him more than his best career result in the process.The New York Times - 2d -
'Pain was sickening' - Ex-players on heading fears
Former Premier League players Steve Howey and Gary Pallister tell the BBC of their health fears after years of heading footballs.BBC News - 3d -
US will fear the vacuum that could replace Assad
Washington worries that the overthrow of Syria's president could lead to a power grab by Islamist groups.BBC News - 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 - 3d -
How the Assad family built an empire of fear in Syria
Hafez and his son Bashar killed countless people over five decades and oversaw the country’s descent into kleptocracyFinancial Times - 3d -
The NASA-SpaceX launch to Titan sparks dreams of colonization
It turns out that the moon of Saturn has certain advantages for future space colonists not present on the moon or Mars.The Hill - 3d -
Trump’s tariffs didn’t spark inflation last time? Here’s the trouble with that defense.
When allies of President-elect Donald Trump address one big criticism of his tariff plans — that the levies would boost inflation at time when Americans are already frustrated with elevated prices ...MarketWatch - 4d -
UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder sparks online outrage at health insurance industry
While the motive for the UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder remains unknown, online reactions reveal deep frustrations with the health insurance industry, including from doctors.CBS News - 5d -
Childcare bosses fear for future amid rising costs
Costs at one nursery are up 40% in recent years, and it faces an annual shortfall of over £30,000.BBC News - 6d -
A Spark on the Yoga Mat Turned Into a Flame
Rachael Palm and Carolyn Warhaftig developed a rapport as teacher and regular student. On the eve of a big move, feelings were confessed.The New York Times - 6d -
Brian Thompson’s killing sparks outrage over state of US healthcare
Americans turn to social media to discuss dire experiences at hands of health insurance companies . In the aftermath of the killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson , while Thompson’s ...The Guardian - 6d -
The Thing: Remastered Review - Cold Fear
For my money, there isn't a better horror monster than The Thing's shape-shifting alien organism. Even 42 years later, Rob Bottin's practical effects are still incredible, capturing each freakish ...GameSpot - 6d -
Insurance executive's murder sparks online praise and hate
Support or sympathy for the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO spread on social media, alarming some experts.NBC News - 6d -
Earthquake off California sparks tsunami warning
A tsunami warning was issued Thursday for the coast of Oregon and Northern California, according to the National Weather Service's (NWS) tsunami tracking site. The weather service issued an update ...The Hill - 6d -
13+ impractical gifts to spark joy
We rounded up the best impractical yet gratifying gifts, including fun desk accessories and eclectic home decor.NBC News - 6d -
Trump moves spark fear of brain drain at environment agencies
The incoming Trump administration is sparking fears that agencies tasked with protecting public health and the environment could suffer a "brain drain" — and that more pollution and other harms ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Biden’s pardon of son sparks calls for granting more clemencies
President Biden’s surprise pardon of his son Hunter has prompted calls for the outgoing commander-in-chief to grant clemency to other Americans before he hands over the White House to ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Murdered teen's mum fears more lives will be lost
Holly Newton's mother reacts to new survey findings about coercive control in young relationships.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
What we learned as in-game scuffle sparks Kings' win vs. Rockets
The Sacramento Kings defeated the red-hot Houston Rockets by a final score of 120-111 on Tuesday night at Golden 1 Center.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
'It feels like a coup' - chaos sparks worry in South Korea
One Seoul resident said the president's shock announcement on Tuesday felt like "a coup d'état".BBC News - Dec. 3 -
As Hunter Biden pardon sparks backlash, experts say it can't be overturned
Joe Biden is the first president to pardon his child.ABC News - Dec. 3