‘Next logical step’: World Surf League to expand women’s elite field

‘Sherpas are rarely seen as elite athletes’: record-breaking teenager’s fight for equality

Nima Rinji Sherpa is youngest person to summit world’s 14 highest peaks at 18 years old. Now he is pushing for recognition of his community. Growing up as a sherpa in Nepal, Nima Rinji Sherpa was ...

World - The Guardian - October 25

Training Coast Guard's elite surfmen in an inlet that's killed hundreds

Surfmen trainees head to dangerous waters to learn the skills needed to drive Coast Guard lifeboats on the most challenging rescue missions.

Washington Post endorsement debacle exposes our ‘zombie elites’

The Post is stiffly wandering around with a smug facade of elitism, not realizing the power and influence it formerly possessed have been deeply — and likely irreparably — eroded.

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Elite School Will Offer a Day Off for Students Distressed by Election

Attendance on Wednesday, or whatever day the results are announced, is optional for high school students at the Ethical Culture Fieldston School in New York City, families were told.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

How Dave Roberts joined an elite -- Hall of Fame-worthy -- club of managers

With a masterful October, Roberts forever quieted his critics and might have sealed his place in the Hall of Fame.

Sports - ESPN - November 3

All Blacks Test sets tone for England mission to crack elite

England aim to prove they belong in the highest echelons of the Test game this autumn. The All Blacks are a tantalising first encounter.

Israel Says Elite Naval Commandos Abducted Hezbollah Operative

It appeared to be the deepest Israeli operation by sea and ground inside Lebanon during the current war.

World - The New York Times - November 3

Derrick Henry eclipses 100 career rushing TDs in a rout of the Broncos

Derrick Henry is the 10th back to score 100 rushing TDs in his career. He'll likely break into the top five before he finishes.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 3

From a Scottish island to New York's elite - who was Trump's mother?

Donald Trump's mother Mary Anne MacLeod grew up on the Hebridean island of Lewis.

Viktor Gyökeres’ drive and character show he can stay at the elite level

Sporting forward is scoring freely for club and country, and will surely be a target for Rúben Amorim at United. After a particularly tempestuous week or two in the life of Sporting Clube de ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

NASCAR: Joey Logano wins his third Cup Series title with a victory at Phoenix

Logano held off his Team Penske teammate Ryan Blaney.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 days ago

Chronic Brain Trauma Is Extensive in Navy’s Elite Speedboat Crews

The pounding that sailors’ brains take from years of high-speed wave-slamming in the Special Boat Teams can cause symptoms that wreck their careers — and their lives.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Now is the time for finger-pointing. Democratic elites must own their loss.

Failed Democratic Party leadership must face the consequences.

Politics - The Hill - 14 hours ago

The city workers who found fulfilment in the fields

These part-time farmers say they want the best of both worlds, splitting life between Paris and the country.

Jordan Love on the field for Thursday's practice

The Lions and Packers both practiced without their quarterbacks on Wednesday, but Thursday brought a change in status for both teams.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Tuchel: England job a 'step into the unknown'

Thomas Tuchel has admitted taking charge of England is a "step into the unknown" but said he is relishing the prospect of winning over his sceptics by putting "another star on the shirt" and ...

Sports - ESPN - October 16

In NYC, a New Generation of Fitness Buffs Inspires Outdoor Workouts

A new generation of fitness buffs is prioritizing mutual encouragement in the group workouts that have sprouted up in city playgrounds for years.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 23

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