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‘It was a deflating experience’: the novelists who nearly gave up

With earnings having dropped by 60%, it is harder than ever to keep going as a writer – even if your work gets rave reviews. The 2022 publication of A Hunger , Ross Raisin’s fourth novel, was his ...

World - The Guardian - October 14

CCTV shows moments leading up to fatal stabbings

The teenagers were killed in a case of mistaken identity, the court has been told.

From hairspray to Heineken: the Kremlin ally snapping up western assets

Alexei Sagal is among a new group of businessmen benefiting from western companies’ exodus

Business - Financial Times - October 15

Former Oilers Forward Hangs Up His Skates

The former Edmonton Oilers forward has retired from hockey and has found something else to do with his time.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 15

Harris steps up efforts to reach Black men

Vice President Harris is stepping up her outreach efforts to Black men amid concerns that her support with the voting bloc is softening. Harris is sitting down with Charlamagne tha God in Detroit ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Ramp-up of ammunition production in NATO countries is progressing

World - Yahoo News - October 16

Europe’s answer to the Magnificent Seven comes up short

Europe’s answer to the Magnificent Seven is leaving much to be desired after two of the Continent’s biggest companies, ASML Holding and LVMH Moet Hennessy, disappointed investors.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

MNF figures, Patriots' Kraft up as HOF nominees

Six-time Super Bowl-winning owner Robert Kraft and three of the key figures around the rise of "Monday Night Football" were picked among the 25 candidates in the contributor category for the 2025 ...

Sports - ESPN - October 16

Evening Report — Voting ramps up in southeastern battlegrounds

{beacon} Evening Report © AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast Voting ramps up in southeast battlegrounds Voting is underway in Georgia and North Carolina, two pivotal southeastern battlegrounds that ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Boohoo considers break-up as sales slide

The online fashion firm is mulling whether to offload its brands as sales remain under pressure.

Meet the Tiktokers buying up Japan’s empty homes

Content creators are going viral for renovating abandoned Japanese homes for low prices - but is all as it seems?

Harris Sticks Up for Detroit Against Trump

After former President Donald J. Trump disparaged the city, Vice President Kamala Harris said her campaign was seeking the kind of “grit” and “excellence” the city’s residents possessed.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 20

Minister gives up Grenfell role after objections

"Perception matters" says Rushanara Ali after her attendance at Franco-British conference sparks disquiet among Grenfell survivors.

Harris steps up negative attacks on Trump

Vice President Harris is entering the “negative” phase of the campaign. With polls exceptionally tight in the seven swing states likely to decide the presidential race, Democratic sources close to ...

Politics - The Hill - October 20

Who's Stepping Up & Who's Falling Short For The Flyers

The Philadelphia Flyers have faced a challenging start to the 2024-25 NHL season, marked by a disappointing four-game losing streak, which includes a shutout loss in their home opener against the ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20

Republicans step up their abortion defensive strategy

Presented by Alliance for Aging Research — With two weeks until the election, Republicans are kicking their defensive messaging on abortion into high gear, aiming to blunt Democrats’ attempts to ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Biden says Trump should be locked up 'politically'

During a New Hampshire campaign office visit, President Joe Biden made a comment about former President Donald Trump, saying to "politically lock him up."

Politics - NBC News - October 23

Boeing-made satellite breaks up in space

The "total loss" of the communications satellite has affected Intelsat customers around the world.

Remembrance display to light up Tower of London

The show, held over nine days, is in remembrance of those who lost their lives in both world wars.

Tuipulotu to captain Scotland & brother also called up

Sione Tuipulotu will captain Scotland in the autumn Tests while his brother Mosese has been called up for the first time.

It’s up to the attorneys general now to save college sports

Attorneys general, as the charged guardians of consumer protections, have the power to force institutions, collectives and coaches to make good on their promises.

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Democrats bet on abortion rights to fire up voters

Also in today’s newsletter, Trump takes a slim lead on the economy, according to our latest poll

World - Financial Times - October 24

The economy avoided recession. And then it sped up. Here’s why.

The U.S. recession that was supposed to happen now appears to have become the economic expansion that just won’t end.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Why mortgage rates are back up to nearly 7%

The average 30-year mortgage rate has surged over the course of October, returning to highs last seen in the summer.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Deion Sanders is living up to the hype at Colorado — 'We have earned where we are'

Midway through his second year, Deion Sanders has transformed Colorado from a 1-11 joke into a team in contention for the College Football Playoff.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24

Queen's University to cut jobs as it faces £11m deficit

The university told BBC News NI it is planning to cut the jobs through a voluntary redundancy scheme.

To Prevent Golfing Injuries, Loosen Up Your Spine

Whether the pain is in your elbows hips or shoulders, the solution is often in your upper back.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

18th-Century Perfume Bottles Come Up for Auction

The 100-piece collection has been praised for its size, variety and representation of all major European porcelain makers of the era.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 25

Harris ramps up attacks on Trump's mental fitness

Democrats are turning up their attacks on former President Trump’s fitness for office in an effort to create a dramatic contrast with Vice President Harris less than two weeks out from Election ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Rangers Call Up Matt Rempe's Replacement

With Matt Rempe out of the picture, the Rangers have recalled Jake Leschyshyn from the Hartford Wolf Pack.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

Former Sabres Defenseman Hangs Up The Skates

This former Buffalo Sabres defenseman has retired.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago

No new freeports in Budget after 'comms cock-up'

The government mistakenly briefed that five new low-tax sites would be announced this week.

Have Paychecks Kept Up With the Cost of Living?

On average, pay has risen faster than prices in recent years. But the overall picture is complicated — and it’s not just facts versus “vibes.”

Business - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Payton: Running out clock, not running up score

Accused of trying to run up the score, Broncos coach Sean Payton said he was trying to "finish" and close out the game. His advice to the Panthers: "Play better."

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

US ups estimate of North Korean troops in Russia

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story US says 10,000 North Korean troops thought to be in Russia North ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

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