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The New Yorker magazine's first hundred years
The beloved weekly magazine encompassing journalism, fiction, poetry and cartoons, is celebrating its centenary. New Yorker writer Kelefa Sanneh goes inside the magazine's history to explore its ...CBS News - 1d -
The New Yorker magazine's first 100 years
The New Yorker, the beloved weekly magazine encompassing journalism, fiction, poetry and cartoons, is celebrating its one-hundredth birthday. "Sunday Morning" contributor (and New Yorker writer) ...CBS News - 1d -
Sam Nujoma, anti-apartheid activist and Namibia's first president, dies at 95
Sam Nujoma, the freedom fighter who became Namibia's founding president after leading the country to independence from apartheid South Africa, has died.CBS News - 1d -
Becoming a TV commercial icon
You know them as Flo, the Progressive Insurance saleswoman; Mayhem, the human embodiment of disasters covered by Allstate; and the unstoppable dancer from the Jardiance diabetes drug ads. ...CBS News - 1d -
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Australia secures first test series win in Sri Lanka in 14 years
Australia wrapped up a comprehensive 2-0 series victory over Sri Lanka, sealing the second test with a commanding nine-wicket win in GalleABC News - 2d -
‘They were trying to do 200 different poses during power cuts’: Bridget Jones director takes on The Joy of Sex
In the 1970s a ‘nude biologist brandishing a cigar’ wrote a game-changing sex manual. Now, ‘Shazza’ is putting his story on the big screen. Sex positivity, polyamory, threesomes: they may not be ...The Guardian - 2d -
Southport attack: Parents speak publicly for first time since murders
The families also said the sentencing of the man who killed them should not have been televised as they wanted the girls to be remembered for their personalities.BBC News - 2d -
Sam Nujoma, Namibia's fiery freedom fighter and first president, dies at 95
Sam Nujoma, the fiery freedom fighter who led Namibia to independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990 and served as its president for 15 years, has diedABC News - 2d -
Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s first president, dies aged 95
Charismatic father of the nation led the fight for independence from South Africa and ruled for 15 years as the country’s first president. Sam Nujoma, the fiery freedom fighter who led Namibia to ...The Guardian - 2d -
Modi’s BJP wins Delhi vote for first time in almost 3 decades
Indian prime minister’s party regains control of capital’s legislative assembly ahead of Trump meetingFinancial Times - 2d -
Jordan Spieth did this Saturday for the first time in over 13 months
Spieth fired 4-under 67 Saturday at the WM Phoenix Open and will enter Sunday's final round T-2.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Late Daly try secures dramatic England victory against France
Watch highlights as a late Elliot Daly try gives England a dramatic 26-25 Six Nations win against France in a thrilling encounter at the Allianz Stadium.BBC News - 2d -
2025 NFL free agency: Nick Chubb wants to remain with Browns as veteran RB becomes free agent for first time
The Browns are facing several big questions this offseasonCBS Sports - 2d -
Daly try gives England precious victory over France
England strike in the 79th-minute to win a roller-coaster Six Nations encounter against France at Allianz Stadium.BBC News - 2d -
England stun France as dramatic late Daly try clinches Six Nations classic
England 26-25 France England roar back in thrilling clash at Allianz Stadium Another Saturday night at the movies with a stunningly different conclusion. England have been involved in a few ...The Guardian - 2d -
Bencic wins first WTA title since becoming mother
Switzerland's Belinda Bencic beats USA's Ashlyn Krueger in the Abu Dhabi Open final for her first WTA title since becoming a mother.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Opinion: Connor McDavid Is Poised To Become The First $20-Million Man In NHL History
Depending upon how much of the salary cap he's willing to take up, the Oilers' superstar can hit the mark, either in Edmonton or somewhere else. And if not McDavid, Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes are ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
How the football world is trying to tackle the problem of concussions
In an effort to reduce concussions among players, the NFL is teaming up with helmet manufacturers to create safer equipment.CBS News - 2d -
War-torn Lebanon forms its first government in over 2 years
Lebanon’s new prime minister haa formed the country’s first full-fledged government since 2022ABC News - 2d -
How will 'whirlwind' ambassador to US try to charm Trump?
As Peter Mandelson takes up the role of ambassador to the US, No 10 is determined the UK builds a strong relationship with Donald Trump.BBC News - 3d -
How Birmingham Is Trying to Reduce Gun Violence
Birmingham, Ala., which had a record year for homicides, is trying to curb shootings by blocking streets. But the effort has come to mean something else.The New York Times - 3d -
What is to become of the Great British Garden Centre?
Unreliable weather and patchy trading have led to a wilting of gardening sales — but tea and cakes may yet save the postwar institutionFinancial Times - 3d -
Woman becomes surrogate for her former teacher struggling with infertility
After struggling with infertility for years, a woman gets a message from her former student offering to be her surrogate. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" to meet the couple who got a gift from ...CBS News - 3d -
LiAngelo Ball to make first NBA All-Star appearance — as a singer
LiAngelo Ball is giving this music thing a try.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Dominant First OHL Season Suggests Sky Is The Limit For Washington Capitals' Prospect
Belarussian forward Ilya Protas is flying high as a member of the Windsor Spitfires.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Bencic reaches first Tour final since maternity leave
Belinda Bencic reaches her first WTA Tour final since returning from maternity leave with a surprise win over Elena Rybakina at the Abu Dhabi Open.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Josh Allen Named N.F.L. Most Valuable Player for First Time in Career
The Bills star is just the second quarterback to win the award without being named a first-team Associated Press All-Pro that season, joining John Elway.The New York Times - 3d -
Steelers to host international game in Dublin, marking first NFL game in Ireland
Although Ireland has hosted a number of college football games, the trip to Dublin will be a first for the pros.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
LeBron James becomes oldest player to score 40 points in NBA history, dropping 42 in Lakers' victory
Age is more than just a number to LeBron JamesABC News - 4d -
LeBron James becomes both oldest and youngest player to score 40 points in NBA history
That's one of the most LeBron James stats ever.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Eli Manning isn't elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame on first ballot
Eli Manning won two Super Bowls but isn't in the Hall of Fame yet.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
A Hollywood insider has written her first novel — and Darren Star is adapting it
Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas revisits the world of 1980s talent agencies in her debut novel, 'Climbing in Heels,' which onetime colleague Darren Star has signed on to adapt.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Local bookstores, dealt another blow by L.A. fires, become 'community touchstones'
Local bookstores have become tiny beacons of light, drawing Angelenos seeking solace and consolation following the L.A. fires.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Iran inaugurates its first drone-carrier warship
Iran has inaugurated its first drone-carrier warship, saying the vessel is capable of operating in oceans far from its mainlandABC News - 5d -
The Physics That Keeps a Crowd From Becoming a Stampede
A group of scientists studying the San Fermín festival in Pamplona, Spain, believe there’s a way to predict the motions of a large crowd.The New York Times - 5d
