‘You get paid well because it’s extremely difficult’: life as a private tutor for the rich
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The Guardian - World
Superman, Frodo and Star Wars: the stunning life of Kiran Shah – the world’s smallest stuntman
Shah has a strong claim to have appeared in more blockbuster movies than anyone else on Earth. He discusses upbraiding Brando, smoking with Christopher Reeve, slanging matches with James Cameron – and a shocking experience at a party with Freddie ... -
The Guardian - World
Spain’s traditional food markets are fading away – and with them, a whole way of life | Stephen Burgen
At my local market in Barcelona, I see how few young people have the time or inclination to join the queues for a friendly chat. Barcelona’s famous market, La Boqueria, was voted the best in the world by Food & Wine magazine last month (ahead of ... -
BBC News - Top stories
'I'm as happy as I've been in my life,' says Simon Boas as he faces death
Simon, who was diagnosed with terminal cancer last year, offers his reflections on life and death on Radio 4's Today programme. -
The Guardian - World
This is how we do it: ‘The sheep on our farm hinder our sex life more than the kids’
Friction in the fields is wreaking havoc in the bedroom for farmers and parents Rosie and Brian. How do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, anonymously. There is something hot about being a farmer, but working together is tricky – Brian ... -
Wired - Tech
How to Get a Real ID License Before the Deadline
A new type of driver’s license will be required to board flights in the United States next year. Here’s how to update your license to the new Real ID standard before it’s too late. -
ESPN - Sports
Brewers get Civale from Rays to bolster rotation
The Milwaukee Brewers acquired right-hander Aaron Civale from the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday, adding the veteran to a thin starting rotation in hopes of holding onto first place in the National League Central. -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
‘The Bear’ Gets a Glow Up. Is That a Good Thing?
Styles staffers talk about the show’s turn to fine dining and its flashy cameos. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
How to Get Over Your Fear of Flying
Many people are afraid when they get on a plane, and the Alaska Airlines door-plug blowout hasn’t helped. The good news: They have several options to deal with it. -
BBC News - Top stories
Paranormal Activity gets 'wildly different' stage premiere
Details are revealed of a theatre version of the horror film, which has its world premiere in Leeds. -
The New York Times - Tech
Robots Get a Fleshy Face (and a Smile) in New Research
Researchers at the University of Tokyo published findings on a method of attaching artificial skin to robot faces to protect machinery and mimic human expressiveness. -
BBC News - Top stories
When will we get the result, and what is an exit poll?
Sir John Curtice answers key general election night questions. -
ESPN - Sports
Turkey's Demiral gets 2-game ban for celebration
Turkey defender Merih Demiral has been handed a two-game suspension by UEFA after he celebrated a goal at Euro 2024 by displaying a hand sign associated with an ultranationalist group in his team's round-of-16 win over Austria on Tuesday.Turkey -
GameSpot - Tech
Satisfactory Gets A 1.0 Release And Flushable Toilets In September
Coffee Stain Studios has revealed the launch date for its factory-building simulator, Satisfactory. After several years in development, the 1.0 version of Satisfactory will launch on September 10, and to mark the occasion, Coffee Stain has ... -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Kindred Spirits: How to Get Into Booze Collecting
Luxury bottles of Scotch and tequila are driving a boom in the spirits market, and you don’t need to be rich to get involved -
MarketWatch - Business
Is the market peaking? Not yet. But we’re getting closer.
10 signs that stocks are short of breath. -
Inc. - Business
Air Travel Gets Worse: Passenger Complaints Rise
The Transportation Department reports a more than 12 percent increase in complaints, even as the number of canceled flights declined from a year ago. -
CNBC - Business
Google’s first Chief Innovation Evangelist: Over 12 years, I learned 3 key lessons that can help anyone 'live a more meaningful life'
Frederik Pferdt, who helped shape Google's creative culture, learned lessons he still uses every day, including some from founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page. -
The New York Times - Top stories
5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Wayne Shorter
“He always was a genius,” Herbie Hancock says of his friend and collaborator. Hear a sampling of that genius in these 13 tracks. -
BBC News - Top stories
What photo ID will you need to vote in the general election?
Everyone voting in person at the general election on 4 July will have to show valid photo ID. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Based on a simple look at recent history, Jared Goff might have a decent shot at MVP
The Lions should be a good team, and that matters to the MVP race.