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Gather Round for a Good Old-Fashioned Revival
Five collectors pick the vintage watches they would most love to see reissued.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Gather Round for a Good Old-Fashioned Revival
Five collectors pick the vintage watches they would most love to see reissued.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Why American students need to get back to China
American students need to get back to China. U.S. policymakers can help them by increasing opportunities and funding to do so. Whether or not policymakers see eye-to-eye on China policy, all should be able to agree that America cannot deal with ...The Hill - Politics - China -
The Black Tax: why have African Americans been cheated by the system for so long?
In a new book, historian Andrew W Kahrl looks at the many systemic ways that prejudicial and harmful practices have affected financial stability. Property value assessment may not sound like the most thrilling of topics, but according to historian ...The Guardian - World -
Only 26% of Americans say they get at least eight hours of sleep, new Gallup poll says
It seems Americans don't think they're particularly well-restedABC News - Health -
This Lava Tube in Saudi Arabia Has Been a Human Refuge for 7,000 Years
Ancient humans left behind numerous archaeological traces in the cavern, and scientists say there may be thousands more like it on the Arabian Peninsula to study.The New York Times - Science -
This Lava Tube in Saudi Arabia Has Been a Human Refuge for 7,000 Years
Ancient humans left behind numerous archaeological traces in the cavern, and scientists say there may be thousands more like it on the Arabian Peninsula to study.The New York Times - Science -
Melania Trump Reappears in the Public Eye, in Black
At the Log Cabin Republicans’ fund-raiser, the former first lady stepped into the campaign spotlight, just as her husband’s hush-money trial begins.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Donald Trump -
Why S&P 500’s ‘roller coaster’ Monday may bode well for stocks, according to Bespoke
U.S. stocks resembled a “roller coaster” on Monday with a pattern of swings that frequently has followed a market low, as the S&P 500 tries to recover from April’s slump, according to Bespoke Investment Group.MarketWatch - Business -
Rangers beat Hearts to set up final with Celtic
Cyriel Dessers fires Rangers into a first Scottish Cup final against Celtic since 2002, with a goal either side of half-time at Hampden seeing off Hearts.BBC News - Top stories -
Bebe Neuwirth returns to Broadway in “Cabaret” revival
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress Bebe Neuwirth is back on Broadway, starring as Fraulein Schneider in the new revival of "Cabaret."CBS News - Top stories -
Bebe Neuwirth returns to Broadway in "Cabaret" revival
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress Bebe Neuwirth is back on Broadway, starring as Fraulein Schneider in the new revival of "Cabaret."CBS News - Entertainment -
A ‘Nature School’ Meets in Brooklyn
A series of workshops hosted by the artist collective Field Meridians will try to get New Yorkers to open their eyes to the nature all around them.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
American Resolve Is Slipping
Neither Biden or Trump support such credible offensive measures as confronting Iran or Russia.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Review: 'Cabaret' with a kinetic Eddie Redmayne can't redeem a faltering Broadway revival
The Olivier Award-winning revival of "Cabaret," starring a physically precise and theatrically audacious Eddie Redmayne, comes to Broadway but misses his London co-star, Jesse Buckley.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
April 22, 2024 - Protests at Columbia and other schools escalate
Heightened tensions around pro-Palestinian protests on the campus of Columbia University have led the school to go all-virtual on Monday. The protests are now in their sixth day.CNN - Top stories -
Best laptops for high school grads
Gift your high school graduate the best computers from Apple, HP, Lenovo and more.CBS News - Top stories -
Protests at Columbia and other schools escalate
Officials at Columbia University, facing surging tensions on campus, have taken steps to try to address students' concerns over safety and freedom of expression.CNN - Top stories -
US School Violence Fast Facts
Read Fast Facts from CNN about elementary, middle and high school (excludes colleges and universities) violence with fatalities, from 1927 to present.CNN - Top stories -
Ireland to face All Blacks in Autumn Nations Series opener
Six Nations champions Ireland will host New Zealand, Argentina, Fiji and Australia in the Autumn Nations Series in November.BBC News - Top stories -
Musk's Starlink Cracks Down on Growing Black Market
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has begun a crackdown on users who are connecting to its Starlink high-speed internet service from countries where it isn’t authorized.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
Trump is using the old O.J. Simpson tactics
Trump is mimicking Simpson’s daily use of celebrity and race to distract public focus from the criminal charges against him.The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Architect George Dawes on how to decorate old buildings
With the right approach it’s possible to respect a home’s historical features while introducing modern furnishingsFinancial Times - World -
Three-year-olds groomed online, charity warns
IWF says many were likely filmed remotely while using phones or other handheld devices at home.BBC News - Top stories -
Japan’s remarkable call for American leadership
What stood out last week was the fact that a Japanese leader appeared before Congress and told the United States to act like a global power.The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Traffic resumes near Copenhagen’s Old Stock Exchange after a fire ruined the 400-year-old landmark
Traffic has begun to flow Monday near Copenhagen’s historic Old Stock Exchange which was half-destroyed by fire last weekABC News - World -
The ‘Golden Bachelor’ Is Getting a Divorce
The “Golden Bachelor” couple, Gerry Turner and Theresa Nist, said they are getting a divorce, just three months after getting hitched.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
When is it going to get warmer?
With the week ahead looking chilly for all of us, when can we expect a turn to something more spring-like?BBC News - Top stories -
The harms of plastics are getting personal
Environmental and health history is replete with stunning examples of industries that have been engaged in long-term purposeful deception, tricking the public into believing that their products are safe.The Hill - Politics -
Haiti's former capital seeks to revive its hey-day as gang violence consumes Port-au-Prince
They call it Okap, home to Haiti’s kings, emancipated slaves and revolutionariesABC News - World -
Tesla Seeks to Revive Musk’s $47 Billion Pay Deal With New Shareholder Vote
The company’s directors are asking shareholders to again approve the multibillion-dollar compensation plan and to move the company’s registration to Texas, from Delaware.The New York Times - Tech - Tesla -
Ardian’s £2bn UK music console maker deal marks buyout activity revival
Sale of Audiotonix to PAI comes as private equity transactions pick up after a slow 18 monthsFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Tesla Seeks to Revive Musk’s $47 Billion Pay Deal With New Shareholder Vote
The company’s directors are asking shareholders to again approve the multibillion-dollar compensation plan and to move the company’s registration to Texas, from Delaware.The New York Times - Tech - Tesla -
Schools Want to Ban Phones. Parents Say No.
Students use phones to cyberbully, record fights and more. Teachers and administrators seeking a fix face an unlikely opponent.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
A High School Reunion Reignites a 50-Year Crush
Elaine Hall and Roland Passaro, both 88, met in junior high school in 1950 but lost touch before acting on their connection. They finally did, five decades later.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
In Utah, the Town of Alta Thinks Small, With a School to Match
As a throwback ski destination, Alta thinks small, with a one-room public school to match.The New York Times - Top stories -
Kevin Bacon dances back to 'Footloose' high school
Actor Kevin Bacon has returned to the Utah high school where his cult classic movie “Footloose” was filmed more than 40 years agoABC News - Entertainment -
Shakespeare helps brush up on important skills in schools
Arts organisations badly need a model for donors to understand what works in education — we now have oneFinancial Times - Business -
Shakespeare helps brush up on important skills in schools
Arts organisations badly need a model for donors to understand what works in education — we now have oneFinancial Times - World -
Lack of officers delays fatal school crash investigation
The family of a girl killed when a car crashed into her school are told there are too few forensic experts.BBC News - Top stories