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How to Bring Great Ideas to Life
Eat the Change founder Seth Goldman prioritizes taste and ownershipInc. - Business -
Famously Obstinate, Bill Ackman Is Now Real-Life Famous. What Next?
The hedge-funder who loves a public crusade — and taking charge — is on to a new stage of his career: online warrior.The New York Times - Business -
Oppenheimer Star Cillian Murphy's Next Movie Announced, Adapts Real-Life Murder Story
After starring in Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer and earning an Academy Award for it, movie star Cillian Murphy's next movie role has been announced. He will star in and produce Blood Runs Coal, which is an adaptation of a 2020 book, according to ...GameSpot - Tech -
The secret life of Paul O’Grady – by his friends: ‘His number’s still saved in my phone. I can’t delete it’
He rose to fame as foul-mouthed drag star, Lily Savage, then abandoned the wig and became a national treasure. Friends including Sandi Toksvig, Amanda Holden and Gaby Roslin remember a true, terrific one-off. ‘I can’t believe it’s been a year,” ...The Guardian - World -
Like Barbie, there are many Rishis. Which is the real Sunak is beyond even his supporters’ grasp | Isabel Hardman
Conservative MPs are being asked to unite behind their leader but first the prime minister has to decide who he wants to be. When Rishi Sunak told his MPs to unite behind him last week, many were left scratching their heads. Both the subject and ...The Guardian - World -
First Came Family. Then Came Marriage (to a Grandmother’s Relief).
Twelve years ago, Melanie White sold Drew Trotter nine pairs of jeans. She also won his heart.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
‘I’m kinder and more compassionate’: actor Greg Wise on men and grief
How the tragic death of his beloved sister, Clare, gave Greg Wise a new outlook on navigating the end of life. Stepping inside Greg Wise’s home on a wet and windy day, he bursts into host mode. A cappuccino is made, pastries are served and – on ...The Guardian - World -
Donald Sutherland writes of a long life in film in his upcoming memoir, 'Made Up, But Still True'
Donald Sutherland has a memoir coming out in NovemberABC News - Entertainment -
The Great Struggle for Liberalism
Liberal democratic capitalism isn’t some set of abstract ideas. It’s a means to a richer, fuller and more dynamic life.The New York Times - Top stories -
Kristen Stewart Would Have Made Twilight's Bella Break Up With Edward Immediately
It's almost been 20 years since the first Twilight book by Stephenie Meyer hit bookshelves. The film series that adapted the story of Bella Swan and the macabre love triangle became worldwide hits and forever added "Team Edward" and "Team Jacob" ...GameSpot - Tech -
The Actor Who Rides the Subway to the Oscars
Ed Begley Jr. has made a tradition of taking public transportation to the Academy Awards. And, like many commuters, he wears sensible shoes.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Oscars -
Meet the 80-Year-Old Grandmother Who's Taking On Venezuela's Maduro
Corina Yoris has been plucked out of her quiet life in academia to challenge Maduro in July’s presidential election—if she isn’t banned from participating first.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Stolen Gary the Gorilla statue discovered in layby
An 8ft gorilla statue which was stolen from a Lanarkshire garden centre last year has been reunited with its owner.BBC News - Top stories -
Construction site in Pompeii discovered, unlocking ancient details
A construction site in Pompeii interrupted by the eruption of Vesuvius has been discovered – unlocking hidden details about the ancient city.CBS News - World -
Discover Financial CEO Michael Rhodes Resigns
Discover said Michael Rhodes is resigning as CEO and president of the company, shortly after taking over both positions. Rhodes has been tapped as CEO of Ally Financial.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Heavy-smoking West Virginia becomes the 12th state to ban lighting up in cars with kids present
West Virginia has become the 12th state to ban smoking in vehicles with children presentABC News - Health -
Triolo hits RBI single in 12th inning, Pittsburgh bullpen shines as Pirates beat Marlins 6-5
Jared Triolo hit an RBI single in the top of the 12th inning to finish the Pittsburgh Pirates’ rally and beat the Miami Marlins 6-5 on opening dayABC News - Sports - MLB -
A heart condition nearly ended Tyon Grant-Foster's hoops career — and his life — before he led Grand Canyon to its first NCAA tournament win
Two short years ago, Grant-Foster wasn't sure if he'd ever play basketball again. Now, he's playing a starring role for Grand Canyon as it tries to make the Sweet 16.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Book excerpt: "Great Expectations" by Vinson Cunningham
The New Yorker essayist's debut novel tells the story of a young man transformed by working for the presidential campaign of an aspirational Black senator from Illinois.CBS News - Entertainment -
Why "it's not been a great week" for Britain's royal family
Prince William quips about Kate's art skills as an event in honor of Princess Diana fails to bring he and Harry together again.CBS News - Entertainment - United Kingdom -
7 Great Places to Ski in South America
Looking to get away from the heat of summer in North America? Try these unbeatable slopes in Chile and Argentina.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Trump taps superfans to make Spacs great again
TMTG looks like a rightwing meme stock combined with the classic pathologies of the blank cheque bubbleFinancial Times - Business - Donald Trump -
A Great Reality Check for a Fast-Growing Company
While rapid expansion motivates me, my team may not feel the same. Here's how I changed course and kept my top employees.Inc. - Business -
Working From Home Could Be Great---With These New Features
Co-working spaces at your house, built-in wellness tech and backdrops for video calls will be part of the designThe Wall Street Journal - World -
King tells of 'great sadness' at missing Maundy service
He is not attending public events while he has treatment for cancer but recorded a message instead.BBC News - Top stories -
Actor's Union Contract Says Only Humans Can Be Voice Actors in Animations, Resisting AI Tech
Humans just scored an extra point in the ongoing battle with AI over the future of the creative arts.Inc. - Business -
The Real Royal Scandal Is on Us
What will it take for a culture sick with its own wolfish appetite for self-exposure to try to get better?The New York Times - Top stories -
‘Modern Love Podcast’: How to Be Real With Your Kids
Actor Penn Badgley reads the essay “Watching Them Watching Me” and reflects on the power of apologizing to your children.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
The Nature of the Real-Estate Business
Lots of work for no pay, and no work for lots of pay.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Steamboat lost in 1886 crash discovered off Michigan's coast
The Michigan Shipwreck Research Association has found the remains of the steamship Milwaukee which was lost in 1886.The Hill - Politics -
Sakana AI’s evolutionary algorithm discovers new architectures for generative models
With more than 500,000 models available on Hugging Face, model merging offers vast possibilities for researchers, developers and others...VentureBeat - Tech -
Overlooked No More: Yvonne Barr, Who Helped Discover a Cancer-Causing Virus
A virologist, she worked with the pathologist Anthony Epstein, who died last month, in finding for the first time that a virus that could cause cancer. It’s known as the Epstein-Barr virus.The New York Times - Health -
Thames Water board locked in crisis talks about £3bn funding plan
Shareholders refuse to confirm they will make fresh equity injectionFinancial Times - Business -
Retired grandmother still owes $108,000 in student debt 40 years after taking out loan
According to the U.S. Department of Education, 43 million Americans owe a collective $1.3 trillion in student loan debt.The Hill - Politics