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The streetlights going out over Britain tell a brutal story: austerity isn't over – it's getting worse | John Harris

Labour won’t achieve its aim of reviving the UK’s economy until it takes the plight of cash-starved councils more seriously. All over the country, the lights are going out. The level of need for ...

World - The Guardian - 16 hours ago

Tax rises needed to avert austerity, Starmer says

The prime minister gives a gloomy economic picture as he set out his justifications for "tough decisions" in the Budget.

Barnier to pass French austerity budget without vote if needed

World - Yahoo News - October 23

Hidden behind the budget is a terrible bombshell: billions in cuts for disabled people | Frances Ryan

The DWP confirms that draconian ‘savings’ are coming down the track. Are we a nation that will repair hospitals, but not help a nurse with long Covid?. In the days after the budget, the headlines ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

The never-ending cruise story

The story of the world cruise stranded for months in Belfast.

Positively Pernambuco – a story of hope in Brazil

A fashion photographer and a teacher shift the focus onto one of Brazil’s most marginalised communities

World - Financial Times - October 24

The story of the Nintendo Switch in 15 slides

Nintendo's executives gave a slide show that told the state of the Nintendo Switch game console.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 7

‘Everybody Has a Lava Lamp Story’

The home décor staple of the 1960s and early ’70s counterculture is making a comeback.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Inside the story of the notorious Menendez brothers case

Lyle and Erik Menendez were sentenced to life in prison for killing their parents. Now, more than three decades later, they are hoping new evidence could reopen the case.

Venice without the crowds: the inside story by Tracy Chevalier

The bestselling novelist reveals her secret tips to enjoy Venice as you always hoped you could. We’ve all heard about how overcrowded Venice is, with the local government introducing a visitor ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Tiny Love Stories: ‘I Could Barely Believe My Eyes’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 23

Never-ending story: rare flower gatherers of Diamantina

Gatherers of a rare Brazilian flower find their way of life – and incomes – are under threat. Ana Caroline de Lima , recipient of the Joan Wakelin Bursary , explains why. In the heart of Minas ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Abortion-rights groups outspend opponents by more than 6 to 1 in ballot measure campaigns

The groups promoting abortion-rights amendments on the ballots in nine states have outraised their opponents by more than 6 to 1 and are spending far more on ads

Health - ABC News - October 31

Sen. Maggie Hassan shares her miscarriage story

Reproductive rights are a major factor in the 2024 presidential election for many voters. Democratic Sen. Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire joins CBS News to discuss her decision to open up about ...

Will gender be the defining story of the 2024 US election?

Plus, preparing for market volatility and a final snapshot of the polls

World - Financial Times - November 5

Barry Keoghan: My background is not a pity story

The Saltburn star wants his foster-care childhood to inspire children with a similar upbringing.

BBC reporters on story of the night in swing states

In the critical seven battlegrounds, voters are feeling buoyant - or downcast.

Watch: How election night unfolded

Catch up on the key moments from election night.

Six-Word Sci-Fi: Stories Written by You

Here's this month's prompt, how to submit, and an illustrated archive of past favorites.

Tech - Wired - November 9

Abortion-rights groups see mixed success in races for state Supreme Court seats

An expensive campaign by abortion-rights advocates for state Supreme Court seats has yielded mixed results

Health - ABC News - 6 days ago

Tetris Forever is the real story of Tetris - and it’s fascinating

An interactive documentary from Digital Eclipse goes deep on the 40-year history of Tetris. Believe me when I say: I truly thought I knew the story of Tetris. The puzzle game’s journey from behind ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Their Pissarro Is Staying in Germany, but Their Story Is Getting Out

A woman whose family had to sell a painting in the Holocaust and a museum have struck a deal. The museum will keep the work but will help to publish a book telling the family’s story.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Tiny Love Stories: ‘Our Unspoken Sibling Sign’