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Federations critical of World Athletics prize money
World Athletics' decision to award prize money at the Paris Olympics "undermines the values of Olympism", a group of sport federations say.BBC News - Top stories -
Olympic sports bodies criticize track and field prize money pledge
The break in tradition does not sit well with the Association of Summer Olympic Committee, who said it undermines "the value of Olympism and the uniqueness of the games."CBS News - World -
Why are American roads so dangerous?
Bad driving is probably playing a bigger role in the fatality rate than larger cars and longer journeysFinancial Times - World -
New NYC Chinese-Nepali popup restaurant honors culture of the North Face region
At a new popup restaurant in New York City, Nepali spices and hand-wrapped momos highlight the traditions and culture behind the cuisine of the North Face region in the Himalayas, an area many only associate with extreme sports and puffer coats.NBC News - Top stories -
Marking 25 years since the Columbine shooting
Saturday marks 25 years since the devastating Columbine High School shooting in Littleton, Colorado. Twelve students and one teacher were killed when a pair of students opened fire during a school day in what became one of the most high-profile ...CBS News - Top stories -
Fake Tags Add to Real Chaos on American Roads
Officials are moving to increase enforcement and change laws in response to the rise in counterfeit or expired plates, which exploded during the pandemic.The New York Times - Top stories -
'Native Nations' Review: An Essential American History
Long before the arrival of Europeans in North America, indigenous communities built complex urban areas linked by diplomatic and trading networks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Columbia, Free Speech and the Coddling of the American Right
If Columbia can’t protect free speech, what hope is there for America’s institutions?The New York Times - Top stories -
American Idol singer Mandisa dies aged 47
Tributes are being paid to the gospel singer who won a Grammy in 2014 for her record Overcomer.BBC News - Top stories -
2024 RBC Heritage purse, prize money: Payout for golfers from $20 million pool for signature event
Another signature event means another big winner's check up for grabsCBS Sports - Sports -
Japan’s inflation marks two years above BOJ’s target as meeting looms
Japan’s consumer inflation has stayed above the Bank of Japan’s 2% target for two years, government data confirmed Friday, amid speculation over further interest-rate increases.MarketWatch - Business - Japan -
Starmer calls for police investigation into Tory MP Mark Menzies
Politician accused of using thousands of pounds given by donors for medical bills and personal expensesFinancial Times - World -
‘That goal kickstarted an era’: how Mark Robins saved Alex Ferguson
As the Coventry manager prepares to meet his old club, his former United teammates discuss that goal in 1990. Legend has it that Mark Robins saved the career of an ailing Manchester United manager in 1990. On Sunday at Wembley he could influence ...The Guardian - World -
Lawmakers want to make China pay its trillion-dollar debt to Americans
When the People's Republic of China won recognition as China's rightful government, it also inherited its predecessor government's debtsThe Hill - Politics - China -
War in Gaza Causes Surprising Rift Within Japanese American Group
Activists in the Asian American community are pressuring organizations to re-evaluate their partnerships and to call for a cease-fire.The New York Times - Top stories -
Mandisa, 'American Idol' singer and Grammy winner, dies at 47
Grammy-winning singer Mandisa, who rose to fame on season five of “American Idol,” has died, her representative said Friday.NBC News - Top stories -
Mandisa Hundley, ‘American Idol’ Singer and Grammy Winner, Dies at 47
She performed and produced music with Christian themes and won a Grammy Award in 2013.The New York Times - Top stories -
By 2054, there will be 422,000 Americans over age 100. That poses a financial challenge
People are living longer than ever, a dynamic that puts stress on the traditional notion of retirement savings.CNBC - Business -
'American Idol' singer and Grammy winner Mandisa dies at 47
Mandisa, who competed on season 5 of "American Idol," has died, the singer's rep confirmed to ABC News.ABC News - Top stories -
Americans split on whether Trump will, should be convicted in hush money case: Poll
Americans are split on whether former President Trump will be convicted in his New York hush money case, according to a poll released Friday. The Economist/YouGov poll found that 24 percent of Americans think the former president is going to be ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Mandisa, Grammy-winning singer and "American Idol" alum, dead at 47
The singer was found deceased at her home, a representative said.CBS News - Entertainment -
MacKinnon has 2 assists, breaks franchise's single-season points mark as Avs beat Oilers 5-1
Valeri Nichushkin scored twice, Nathan MacKinnon added two assists to break the franchise’s single-season points mark and the Colorado Avalanche cruise into the playoffs behind a 5-1 win over the Edmonton OilersABC News - Sports - NHL -
Mark Zuckerberg is now richer than Elon Musk as Meta launches new AI
Zuckerberg’s total net worth of $178 billion surpassed Musk’s $170 billion as of Friday, according to Bloomberg’s Billionaire Index.MarketWatch - Business - Elon Musk -
Kentucky basketball under Mark Pope: Transfer portal news, 2024 roster, recruits, targets by top SEC insiders
CatsPause has covered the Wildcats for years and reveals all the latest news about the Kentucky basketball roster under new head coach Mark PopeCBS Sports - Sports -
Duke's Mark Mitchell transferring to Missouri: Landing Blue Devils big man is latest in Tigers roster overhaul
Mitchell is just the latest impressive acquisition for Missouri coach Dennis Gates as the Tigers seek a rebootCBS Sports - Sports -
How much money Americans in their 30s saved in 2023—and how to save more, according to a CFP
Despite various financial burdens, people in their 30s managed to save the most out of any age group last year — and here's how they can save even more in 2024.CNBC - Business -
American Express says cardholders are buying lots of ‘front of cabin’ plane tickets, as total spending grows 7%
American Express saw an acceleration in new card acquisitions during the first quarter, and it recorded a profit beat for the period.MarketWatch - Business -
Mandisa, 'American Idol' star and Grammy-winning Christian music singer, dies at 47
Grammy-winning Christian music singer Mandisa died Thursday at age 47, The Times confirmed. She was known for songs including 'Overcomer' and 'Bleed the Same.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ breaks ‘Asian curse,’ crowning first Taiwanese American queen
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” crowned its first Taiwanese American drag queen Friday, breaking what the winner recently called the competition series’ “Asian curse.”NBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom