Years Umbrella Protests
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ABC News - World
A decade later, Hong Kong’s massive democracy protests remain an enduring memory
Scores of red Chinese flags now flap near the Hong Kong government headquarters in preparation for China’s national day as police patrolled the area thousands of demonstrators occupied a decade ago ...1 hour ago -
BBC News - Top stories
The evolution of devolution: 25 years of the Scottish Parliament
Celebrations are taking place to mark the annivarsary of the parliament being “reconvened” in 1999.2 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
'A dream come true': Tigers end long playoff wait
The Detroit Tigers earned an AL wild-card berth Friday night, ending a decade-long postseason drought.2 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
‘I was so naive’: 10 years after Umbrella protests, Hongkongers remember China’s crackdown
Anniversary of pro-democracy demonstration takes place in city where protest has been largely criminalised and activists silenced. A decade ago today Hong Kong’s Central district filled with ...6 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Many happy returns: 60 years of the shinkansen
Six decades after the first bullet train left Tokyo Station, Leo Lewis celebrates an icon of speed, style and national identity7 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Report: Napheesa Collier wins WNBA Defensive Player of the Year
Collier finished second in MVP voting behind A'ja Wilson, and has had a stellar season on both sides of the court.14 hours ago - WNBA -
Inc. - Business
WeightWatchers CEO to Step Down After 2 Years
The company's shares have plummeted about 90 percent this year due to the rising popularity of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.15 hours ago -
The New York Times - Business
Andy Litinsky and Wes Moss Have Unloaded Their Trump Media Stock
Two former “Apprentice” contestants who helped found Truth Social have sold their nearly 6 percent stake in Trump Media & Technology Group.17 hours ago - Donald Trump -
ESPN - Sports
Dodgers win West, but Freeman exits with injury
The Dodgers beat the Padres 7-2 to clinch the NL West on Thursday night, but Freddie Freeman left the game with an ankle injury in the seventh inning.18 hours ago - MLB -
The Guardian - World
Just Stop Oil activists throw soup at Van Gogh’s Sunflowers after fellow protesters jailed
Three individuals targeted National Gallery paintings an hour after Phoebe Plummer and Anna Holland were jailed for similar attack in 2022. Climate activists have thrown tomato soup over two ...19 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
New R.S.V. Vaccines Had Limited Takers Last Year. Will This Year be Better?
Some of the problems that patients ran into, including a lack of insurance coverage, have been resolved.Yesterday -
CNBC - Business
China's industrial profits plunge by 17.8% in August from a year ago
China's industrial profits plunged by the most in more than a year, National Bureau of Statistics data showed Friday.Yesterday - China -
The New York Times - Top stories
Thousands Protest in Manhattan Ahead of Netanyahu’s U.N. Speech
About a dozen people were arrested as demonstrators moved through the streets, condemning the Israeli prime minister over the country’s strikes on Lebanon and Gaza.Yesterday -
Financial Times - World
Intel and US race to finalise $8.5bn in chips funding by year’s end
Chipmaker is seeking ways to shore up its business although potential takeover approaches could complicate talksYesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Last Dive Bar and Other A’s Fan Groups Mourn Move from Oakland
Fan groups that once partnered with Oakland’s ownership turned into its most vocal critics. With nothing left to fight, they will stage a funeral of sorts.Yesterday