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World - The Guardian
What happens to the world if forests stop absorbing carbon? Ask Finland
Natural sinks of forests and peat were key to Finland’s ambitious target to be carbon neutral by 2035. But now, the land has started emitting more greenhouse gases than it stores. Read more: Trees ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Nations League can boost World Cup hopes - Bellamy
Craig Bellamy believes the way he uses his squad in the Nations League will boost Wales' chances of reaching the 2026 World Cup.Yesterday - World Cup -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Report: Kings trade McDaniels, second-round pick to Spurs
The Sacramento Kings reportedly traded forward Jalen McDaniels and a second-round NBA Draft pick to the San Antonio Spurs.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
Cheating alleged after men’s world conker champion found with steel chestnut
Metal replica conker found in pocket of David Jakins AKA King Conker, first-time winner after competing since 1977. The World Conker Championships is investigating cheating allegations after the ...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Archaeologists uncover one of the world's oldest churches
Archaeologists recently unearthed the remains of an ancient church in Armenia, which they believe originated in the 4th century A.D.Yesterday -
Politics - The Hill
New Jersey rep goes silent for 8 seconds after question on mass deportations
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) fell silent after being asked by a debate moderator and his Democratic opponent whether he supports enacting mass deportations of migrants, a policy that former President ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
BBC boss warns of Russian and Chinese propaganda
The UK is losing out because of cuts to the World Service, the BBC's director general warns.Yesterday - Russia -
Sports - CBS Sports
Tigers exec teases offseason plans after second-half surge, playoff exit: 'Growth has to come from within'
The Tigers made it to the ALDS before being beaten by the Guardians2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Pakistan roll the dice and gamble on spin trio for second Test with England
Hosts drop regulars and bring in veteran spinners in the hope the Multan pitch used last week will turn this time . “There is no change in the approach,” insisted Azhar Mahmood, Pakistan’s ...2 days ago - Pakistan -
Top stories - BBC News
The stats and shoes behind Chepngetich's jaw-dropping marathon world record
How the Kenyan took a step beyond what was thought by knocking almost two minutes off the previous best in Chicago.2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Man posed as utility worker charged with murder over home invasion as police hunt second suspect
A man who was caught on camera posing as a utility worker to gain entrance to a Michigan house on Friday has been charged with murdering a man in a "gruesome" attack and tying up his wife, ...2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Can anyone stop dominant England winning World Cup?
England's 21-12 victory over Canada in Vancouver on Saturday retained the WXV1 title in their 20th straight win, can anyone stop the dominant Red Roses winning the Rugby World Cup next year?2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Stokes and Potts return for second Test in Pakistan
Captain Ben Stokes is fit to play in the second Test against Pakistan in Multan, coming in alongside pace bowler Matthew Potts.2 days ago - Pakistan -
Top stories - The New York Times
Kash Patel: The Magical Rise of a Self-Described ‘Wizard’ in Trump World
The MAGA loyalist Mr. Patel aims to run the C.I.A. if Donald Trump wins the presidency. But critics say his swagger masks deep inexperience.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - ABC News
Steel and Johnston 14 seconds apart, DeSmith has 25 saves as Stars beat Kraken 2-0
Sam Steel and Wyatt Johnston scored 14 seconds apart late in the first period, Casey DeSmith made 25 saves for his 11th career shutout in his Dallas debut and the Stars beat the Seattle Kraken 2-02 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
2024 Black Desert Championship leaderboard, scores: Matt McCarty wins in second start as PGA Tour member
Fresh off the Korn Ferry Tour, McCarty becomes the fourth rookie to win on the PGA Tour this season2 days ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Ranking the Potential World Series Matchups, From Least to Most Interesting
Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani could be making their World Series debuts against each other in one scenario.2 days ago -
Sports - The New York Times
Ruth Chepngetich Shatters the Women’s Marathon World Record in Chicago
The Kenyan runner became the first woman to break 2:10 in the marathon.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Joker: Folie à Deux flops further in second week at US box office after lacklustre opening
Panned sequel to Oscar-winning hit makes just $7m domestically in second weekend, an 81% drop that places it among the steepest ever recorded. Joker: Folie à Deux is continuing its downward ...2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Steve Ballmer on becoming one of the world's richest billionaires
LA Clippers owner and former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, has seen his net worth soar north of $120 billion.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
200-1 outsider De Decker stuns Humphries to win World Grand Prix
Mike de Decker causes a huge upset as he beats defending champion Luke Humphries 6-4 to win the World Grand Prix title.2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'England deserve world-class coach' - but Carsley not ruling himself out
England interim boss Lee Carsley believes England deserve a world-class coach but said he is "definitely not" ruling himself out of the running.2 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Johnson: U.S. is in 'most dangerous situation since World War II'
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said in an interview Sunday that the U.S. is in “the most dangerous situation since World War II,” citing the economy, global tensions and the southern border. ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
BBC World Service retreat ‘helping Russia and China push propaganda’
BBC director-general Tim Davie to warn world facing ‘all-out assault on truth’ as state-funded media operators broadcast unchallenged. The BBC director-general will warn that the retreat of its ...2 days ago - China -
Top stories - BBC News
Australia beat India to reach T20 World Cup semis
Australia secure their place in the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals with a nine-run over India, who face a nervous wait to see if they will also qualify.2 days ago -
Sports - CBS Sports
Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya sets women's world record in Chicago Marathon
Chepngetich completed the Chicago Marathon nearly two minutes faster than the previous women's marathon world record2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Ruth Chepngetich smashes marathon world record by nearly two minutes in Chicago
Kenyan also won Chicago Marathon in 2021 and 2022 Tributes paid to late Kelvin Kiptum in race Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich smashed the women’s world record by nearly two minutes at the Chicago ...2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Ruth Chepngetich shatters women’s world record at Chicago Marathon
Kenyan distance runner Ruth Chepngetich completed the Chicago Marathon in 2:09:56 on Sunday, smashing the women’s full marathon world record. Chepngetich became the first woman to ever run under ...3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
England confidence in stark contrast to turmoil of Pakistan for second Test | Simon Burnton
Opprobrium swirls around ever-changing host side but England hope to ride Multan momentum to series win. An already extraordinary Test series continues to surprise, even when no cricket is being ...3 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Bears crush Jaguars 35-16 in second London series matchup as Jacksonville moves to 1-5
The Jaguars have some questions to answer with another London game still to go.3 days ago - NFL -
Business - The Wall Street Journal
Inside the Nasty Rivalry Rocking the World of Private Jets
The head of a private-jet company has been involved in a massive, often secret campaign to undermine his bitter rival. Now it’s spilling out into the open.4 days ago -
Lifestyle - The New York Times
The Whiplash of a Major Fashion World Shake-up
Celine shocked the industry by announcing that Hedi Slimane, its top designer, is leaving. Hours later, it surprised many again by naming his replacement.October 2