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Why it’s often luck, not talent, that takes us to the top
No one likes to admit it — but life’s lottery has a big role to play in successBusiness - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
‘Wicked’ takes over retail ahead of theatrical debut
“Barbie” painted the town pink in 2023, and now “Wicked” is upping the ante by adding a splash of green.Top stories - NBC News - 3 days ago -
Assisted dying: caution and compromise may end in dissatisfaction
Politicians who support a law change in principle may still vote against the bill that currently falls shortWorld - Financial Times - 13 hours ago -
AstraZeneca says it takes China investigation ‘very seriously’
UK’s biggest pharmaceutical company ‘committed to China’ as it raises 2024 profit forecast and announces $3.5bn US investment. Business live – latest updates AstraZeneca’s chief executive has ...World - The Guardian - 8 hours ago -
Congress returns to Washington as GOP prepares to take control
Returning lawmakers will be choosing the leaders for the next Congress and finishing work on the remaining priorities of the outgoing 118th Congress.Top stories - CBS News - 10 hours ago -
Sue Gray will not take up new nations and regions role
The senior official was initially appointed to the role after departing as the PM's chief of staff.Top stories - BBC News - 15 minutes ago -
Congress returns to Washington as GOP prepares to take control
Returning lawmakers will be choosing the leaders for the next Congress and finishing work on the remaining priorities of the outgoing 118th Congress.Politics - CBS News - 10 hours ago -
When Sean McVay takes a coach under his wing, the league takes notice -- and hires a new head coach
In his latest protege-turned-opposing-coach matchup, McVay will coach across from the Vikings' Kevin O'Connell on Thursday nightSports - ESPN - October 24 -
Harris says she'd take a cognitive test; challenges Trump "to take the same one"
Vice President Kamala Harris, responding to former President Donald Trump's claims about her IQ, said she would take a cognitive test — and "would challenge him to take the same one."Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
Paddington in Peru review – you can take the bear out of South America, but think twice before taking him back
The third instalment in the film adventures of the furry marmalade addict may boast Olivia Colman as a singing nun but it lacks home comforts. Just as jolly as the previous two films, but not ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
Tori Amos' first children's book is an ode to inspiration
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Tori Amos is working on a children’s book she hopes will help young people forge their own paths of inspirationEntertainment - ABC News - October 15 -
James Gunn Shares First Photo Of Superman's Dog
Superman's dog Krypto has been a Superman Family mainstay since his introduction in 1955. The white shepherd has appeared in numerous television series and films, such as Smallville (though renamed ...Tech - GameSpot - October 15 -
First day of Georgia early voting shatters records
Early voting began Tuesday in Georgia, where 16 electoral votes are up for grabs. Georgia's secretary of state said at least 234,000 votes have already been cast, more than any single day in 2022. ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Gustavsson scores first goalie goal in Wild history
Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson became just the 15th goaltender to score a goal in NHL history and the first in franchise history.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
USMNT falls to Mexico for first time since 2019
Raúl Jiménez scored a goal and assisted on another to lead Mexico to a 2-0 friendly victory over the United States on Tuesday night in Guadalajara, Mexico.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
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Microplastics found in dolphin breath for first time – study
Research suggests the marine animals are inhaling pollutants when they come up for air, with even rural populations affected. Microplastics have been found in dolphin breath for the first time, ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
Israel Strikes Near Beirut for First Time in Days
There were also attacks in southern Lebanon that killed at least 19 people. Israel’s military said the strikes were aimed at Hezbollah targets. They came on the same day the Lebanese health ...World - The New York Times - October 17 -
Meta fires staff for abusing $25 meal credits
Workers used benefits to buy acne pads, wine glasses and laundry detergentBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
'Yeah, this is in': Ionescu's logo 3 has Liberty up 2-1
Sabrina Ionescu hit a tiebreaking 3-pointer from 28 feet with 1 second left and Breanna Stewart scored 30 points to help the Liberty beat the Lynx 80-77 on Wednesday night, taking a 2-1 lead in the ...Sports - ESPN - October 17 -
EY slims workforce for first time in 14 years
Slowdown in demand for consulting services leads Big Four accounting firm to post weakest revenue growth since 2010Business - Financial Times - October 17 -
Thompson back for first USWNT team since Paris
Six uncapped players will join head coach Emma Hayes' 26-player roster for the United States women's national team's first matches since winning the Olympic gold medal in women's soccer in August.Sports - ESPN - October 18 -
Alabama-Tennessee: Third Saturday in October is now the First Saturday of the College Football Playoff
The winner of the Tennessee-Alabama game traditionally lights up cigars, but this year it's just one step closer to the playoff.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 18 -
Married at First Sight groom regrets 'curvy' remark
Caspar Todd is from the New Forest and married a complete stranger on the Channel 4 show.Top stories - BBC News - October 19 -
The Biggest Expansion Yet for a Designer of Tiny Bags
A just-opened New York store is the first of three that the French brand Jacquemus plans to open by next spring.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 19 -
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The first migrants sent to Albania for processing return to Italy
An Italian navy ship has taken back to Italy the first 12 migrants from newly opened asylum processing centers in Albania following a highly-debated court decision in RomeWorld - ABC News - October 19
