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How Jessica Tarlov of ‘The Five’ Became a Liberal Star on Fox News
A die-hard Democrat, she is a resident dissenter on “The Five,” the most-watched show in cable news. Does she have the hardest job on television?Business - The New York Times - October 26 -
The Canadian comedian who became China’s most famous foreigner
Mark Rowswell, aka Dashan, on doing stand-up — and ‘Shawshank’ — in perfect MandarinWorld - Financial Times - October 19 -
How the U.S. economy became so hostile to parents — and who benefits
The financial strain felt by families is not the result of individual choices. Rather, experts told MarketWatch, it reflects an economy that isn’t adequately supporting families and may be actively ...Business - MarketWatch - October 19 -
The Nerdy Gamers Who Became Ukraine's Deadliest Drone Pilots
Tech-savvy soldiers target Russian tanks and infantry, holding back their advance. A few pounds of explosives make the inexpensive aerial devices lethal.World - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago -
The star who proved he had the X factor
With One Direction, he achieved success beyond his teenage talent show dreams, but struggled with fame.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
From trade acquisition to 'MVP!' How Tommy Edman became a Dodgers playoff star
Tommy Edman is one of the newest players in the Dodgers' clubhouse, but that didn't stop him from making an MVP-caliber impact against the Mets in the NLCS.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21 -
Dodgers' MVP outside of Ohtani? How Teoscar Hernandez became L.A.'s unsung star
Hernandez's one-year deal might not have registered at first -- but his presence is being felt now.Sports - ESPN - October 28 -
How immigrants who just became US citizens plan to vote in the 2024 election
At a recent naturalization ceremony, nine immigrants from countries spanning from Lebanon and Germany to Taiwan and Mexico took their oaths to become American citizensTop stories - ABC News - October 31 -
Algeria pardons and releases journalist who became a key voice during 2019 pro-democracy protests
Algeria has pardoned a journalist who emerged as a key voice during the country’s 2019 pro-democracy protests and was later imprisoned for taking foreign funding for his media outlets and ...World - ABC News - November 1 -
Life of Janey Godley, comedian who defied her tragedies by cracking jokes
The comedian Janey Godley, who chronicled her struggles in unflinching detail, has died after a long illness.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
MLB All-October team: The stars who ruled the 2024 playoffs
From wild-card sensations to World Series heroes, here's a full squad of players who shined brightest under the postseason spotlight.Sports - ESPN - November 1 -
Ida Lupino: the fearless Hollywood star who overcame typecasting
New Criterion series highlights the work of the actor and director who delivered powerful, provocative performances. When Ida Lupino starred opposite Humphrey Bogart in Raoul Walsh’s gritty film ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Haason Reddick has new agents who hope to soon end the Jets star pass rusher's contract holdout
Haason Reddick’s new agents hope to quickly resolve the New York Jets pass rusher’s prolonged contract holdoutSports - ABC News - October 14 -
Reality show star who lived with 4 ‘sister wives’ is stuck in a bitter feud with exes over Arizona cabin
Polyamorous “Sister Wives” star Kody Brown is down to one wife, and after several awkward breakups, the exes want their money back.Business - MarketWatch - October 16 -
Liam Payne: the ambitious One Direction star who struggled with dark side of fame
Singer, who rose to fame as a member of boyband One Direction, struggled to assert his creative identity outside of the groupSports - Yahoo Sports - October 16 -
Liam Payne's ex-girlfriend wrote a book about a pop star who threatens to jump off a balcony
In a work of fiction titled 'Looking Forward,' Liam Payne's ex-girlfriend, Maya Henry, includes a scene of a boyfriend jumping off a balcony during a drug-fueled breakdown.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 18 -
Angelenos mourn Mexican-born pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who starred for the Dodgers in the 1980s
The city of Los Angeles is mourning the death of Mexican-born pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who starred for the Dodgers in the early 1980sSports - ABC News - October 23 -
‘Who am I voting for? America!’ Chris Stapleton on patriotism, politics and being country’s great crossover star
With southern-gothic storytelling and a soulfully diverse sound, the Kentucky singer revolutionised the double-denim country scene. But as the US election hots up, he’s staying out of the culture ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
Matt Rempe Heads To AHL As Fighting Drops, And It's The Star Players Who Might Not Be Happy: 'It's An Entertaining Part Of The Game'
Fighting in the NHL has been trending down for the past two seasons, but players spoke about the advantages of having a tough guy on their squad.Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 25 -
Teri Garr, the quirky comedy actor who co-starred in 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has died
Teri Garr, the quirky comedy actor who co-starred in 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' has diedEntertainment - ABC News - October 29 -
Yankees star Juan Soto among 13 players who received qualifying offers on Monday
Juan Soto is expected to decline the Yankees' qualifying offer, which should spark a bidding war to sign the superstar.Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago -
Five MLB free agents who just missed the top 50: Two former All-Stars, an ex-Yankee and more
Not all free agents are created equal, but that doesn't mean they're not valuableSports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago -
June Spencer: Veteran Archers star who found art could imitate life
The actress was the last surviving original cast member of BBC Radio 4 serial The Archers.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
How George Orwell became a dead metaphor
On the use and abuse of one of Britain’s greatest writersBusiness - Financial Times - October 19 -
The cowboy state US election battle that will matter from Kyiv to Beijing
Montana is at the heart of an expensive high-stakes fight for control of the American SenateWorld - Financial Times - October 21 -
For Vance, an Idyllic Appalachian Startup Became a Hard Lesson
During JD Vance’s brief career as a venture capitalist, few startups attracted his support more than AppHarvest, a now bankrupt plan to build greenhouses across Appalachia.Business - The New York Times - October 22 -
How Cheerleading Became So Acrobatic, Dangerous and Popular
For decades, the sport has been shaped in large part by one company — and one man.Top stories - The New York Times - October 22 -
How Mary Claire Haver Became the Queen of Menopause
Dr. Mary Claire Haver has amassed a following in the millions, all on the promise that women can thrive through menopause. Not everyone is celebrating her rise.Top stories - The New York Times - October 30 -
How violence became a theme of America’s election
Voters are on edge after a campaign season characterised by ‘unprecedented’ levels of extreme rhetoricBusiness - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
‘English Teacher’ Gets TikTok Boost from Brian Jordan Alvarez
Brian Jordan Alvarez’s career started on social media. His mastery of the form, and a ridiculous dance trend, have drawn viewers to his show, “English Teacher.”Lifestyle - The New York Times - 5 days ago
