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BBC News - Top stories
Parliament chef who served 13 prime ministers retires after 50 years
As he retires, Terry Wiggins shares memories - and recipes - from his decades in the Commons kitchen.2 days ago -
ESPN - Sports
Nuggets, Murray agree to 4-year, $208M extension
Denver Nuggets star point guard Jamal Murray has agreed to a four-year, $208 million maximum contract extension, his agents Jeff Schwartz and Mike George told ESPN on Saturday.2 days ago - NBA -
Inc. - Business
Why Is Everyone Wearing Tennis Attire?
The trend is dubbed "tenniscore" and has seemingly come from the pandemic and the popularization of pickleball.2 days ago -
ESPN - Sports
Sources: Depay, Corinthians agree to two-year deal
Netherlands star Memphis Depay will sign a two-year deal with Brazilian giants Corinthians, sources told ESPN.2 days ago - NFL -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Why A's Eckersley ‘never thought' he was a Hall of Famer
Legendary Athletics closer Dennis Eckersley reflected on his Baseball Hall of Fame induction in 2004.2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Turning 44 or 60? Here’s why you might suddenly start feeling your age.
Aging spikes dramatically at two points in life, research says. Here’s what you can do about it.2 days ago -
BBC News - Top stories
£30m a year - why F1 designer is one of sport's highest-earning Britons
Adrian Newey is paid more than most drivers on the F1 grid. Andrew Benson analyses what makes the man joining Aston Martin next year so successful - and so in demand.2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
The 2024 hurricane season was expected to be especially bad. Why is it so quiet?
Sept. 10 is considered to be the "peak" of hurricane season in the Atlantic – so where are all the storms?2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Everyone is terrified of a far-right return in Germany. Here’s why it won’t happen
The deep historical, political and cultural split between east and west acts as a brake on the rise of the AfD nationwide. The media are alive with crumbling firewalls ( Brandmauer ) in Germany. ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Why is America so slow to exonerate the wrongly convicted?
Once police and prosecutors develop a case theory, they ignore new information undermining it. To reinforce their scenario, they sometimes cut corners — or worse.2 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Stock Funds Up 14.2% for Year After Snapback August
The market pulled out a win for the month despite a rough patch. Also: A flashback to the 10th anniversary of the blockbuster Alibaba IPO.2 days ago -
CNBC - Business
52-year-old quit his job, bought a failing snack company for $250,000—now it brings in $103 million a year
In 2011, a burnt-out Charles Coristine left his Wall Street job and bought a "flatlining" snack company. Here's how he turned LesserEvil around.2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Big Tech is shutting out our access to crucial data. Why does Congress allow it?
Meta Platforms, Alphabet and other tech giants are limiting or removing transparency tools such as CrowdTangle.2 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Why Republicans ‘don’t have the votes’ to pass Trump’s tax plan
Republicans don’t have the appetite for their presidential candidate’s desired deficit spending, analyst says.2 days ago - Republican Party -
Wired - Tech
Why Polio Has Reemerged in Gaza
After a quarter of a century, the disease has returned to Gaza, prompting a campaign to immunize all of the territory's children against the virus.2 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
News Quiz for Sept. 7, 2024
Test your knowledge of the week’s events as reported in The Wall Street Journal.3 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
In California, Controlled Fires Can Save Homes. Why Aren’t More Happening?
Experts say these intentional burns reduce the risk of wildfires and more should be done. But real barriers remain.3 days ago - California -
The Guardian - World
‘Golden gap year’: how to make a midlife break work
Sabbaticals are now a top workplace trend, but before you take the plunge, here it what you need to consider. Maybe you can put it down as another post-Covid trend, such as working from home, but ...3 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Fritz ends 15-year wait for American male Slam finalist
Taylor Fritz becomes the first American man in 15 years to reach a Grand Slam singles final as he beats compatriot Frances Tiafoe at the US Open.3 days ago -
The New York Times - Sports
Why Saturday’s Michigan-Texas Matchup Has Big Playoff Implications
What happens during the game between perennial college football powerhouses could set the stage for postseason races.3 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
How (and why) to store your wine properly
From DIY home solutions to tax-efficient bonded warehouses3 days ago -
Financial Times - World
Why I think these Reits deserve a second look
Care home shortage and a stabilising residential market offer opportunities in rate-sensitive property funds3 days ago -
Financial Times - Business
Why did shared parental leave fall flat?
Our systems for figuring out childcare have not caught up with an egalitarian society3 days ago -
CNBC - Business
Coinbase has worst week of the year as crypto stocks plummet
Concerns about the U.S. economy led to a broad market slide this week, with crypto-related assets seeing some of the steepest drops.3 days ago - Crypto -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
After years of struggle, can Mexico soccer flourish under Javier Aguirre?
Duilio Davino, director of the Mexico men's national team, hopes Javier Aguirre can steer the squad back to prominence as the 2026 World Cup approaches.3 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Boxing schedule and results 2024
Schedule and results for the biggest boxing fights in 2024.3 days ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
Aaron Pierre is a star in the making. 'Rebel Ridge' shows you why
Aaron Pierre is a star in the making, and Jeremy Saulnier's new Netflix thriller, “Rebel Ridge," shows you why3 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Tristan Thompson signs one-year deal to stay with Cleveland Cavaliers
Thompson, who has spent most of his career with the Cavs, returned to Cleveland last fall after bouncing between a few teams.3 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Solheim Cup: Full list of winners from each year
The Solheim Cup began in 1990. Here's a look at which side has won each contest.3 days ago -
ABC News - Health
Hottest summer on record could lead to the warmest year ever measured
The European climate service Copernicus says Earth just sweltered to its hottest summer on record3 days ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Why Teuvo Teravainen is Safer Bet Than Connor Bedard Next Season
Blackhawks forward Teuvo Teravainen appears to be safer bet for hitting his point total compared to superstar Connor Bedard3 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
50 Years of Wallace Chan’s Jewelry Is on Display in Shanghai
“I am a bit reluctant to call this a retrospective,” the designer says, “because I have many more years to create.”4 days ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
After Years of Almost-Dates, a Romance Grows Between Friends
Cody Austrie and Stephanie Brooks were locker neighbors in high school and forged a friendship. They didn’t start dating until years later when they reconnected.August 30 -
The Guardian - World
Paris Paralympics 2024: medal table
Find out who is leading the way at the Paralympics, and drill down to see which events each country has won medals for. As is traditional, the table prioritises the number of gold medals won. On ...August 28 - Olympics