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‘I’ve dealt with anti-hillbilly bigotry all my life’: Barbara Kingsolver on JD Vance, the real Appalachia and why Demon Copperhead was such a hit
As the Pulitzer-winning author’s little-known debut – about the 1983 Arizona miners’ strike – is published in the UK, she discusses the roots of division in the US, her wild childhood, and putting ...51 minutes ago -
World - The Guardian
I feel I can’t give 100% to anything – including my family
Steer away from perfection and spend more time with friends and loved ones – you don’t want regrets on your deathbed. The question I feel I am unable to give 100% to anything. When I say ...2 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
‘I had to evacuate five times’: a year in the life of a Gaza doctor battling to help victims
Moving from hospital to hospital as conflict spreads, medic describes fear of constant attack while treating children who have lost limbs. The confines of Gaza’s Nasser hospital are unrecognisable ...3 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Immunotherapy saved my life. Can research improve the odds for others?
Researchers are looking at making immunotherapy a much more effective treatment for cancer.7 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘I’m scared to death’: My wife asked for a divorce after 21 years. She wants to buy a house with our savings, but promises to help pay my mortgage.
“There is more than enough money in the savings to completely pay off the current mortgage.”11 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘I feel like I’m missing something’: I’m 68, divorced with two children. I’ve $750,000 and rent my home. Do I need a trust?
“I continue to reinvest the dividends and interest so my investments continue to grow.”11 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘Their house was purchased with my family money’: My late father left a life estate to his second wife. She’s only 10 years older than me. How can I undo this?
“Apparently the probate laws in Florida are different, perhaps superseding the will.”11 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘We didn’t sign an exclusive listing’: A realtor said she’d take out an ad to rent my New York City apartment. Am I morally obligated to use her?
“Other agents know our apartment is available for rent and now want to show it.”12 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
I know there will come a time when my wife no longer recognises me. But for now, we both feel blessed | Steven Herrick
I detest what early-onset Alzheimer’s is doing to the person I love. Yet I’m in awe of how she quietly, stoically, responds to its ravages . My wife – and best friend– of the past 38 years can no ...12 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘He’s 70 and fairly wealthy’: I met the love of my life three years ago. How do I politely ask that he include me in his will?
“His two sons are against any kind of commitment between us, as their dad has had two failed marriages.”13 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘This money is not bringing me a lot of happiness’: My husband and I have $7 million, but our kids are trouble. Should we cut them off?
“His son and his wife are not good to us. We rarely see them and they never offer to help us with anything.”13 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Saturday Sessions: Marcus King performs "Mess My Life Up Again"
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Marcus King started playing guitar at eight. As a teen, he formed his own band and started performing. Now, he's releasing his third critically acclaimed solo ...15 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Four years after buying an electric car, why I am still forced to play hunt-the-charger? | Ros Coward
I assumed it would get easier to run an EV, but without a decent infrastructure it’s getting harder and harder. My partner and I were relatively early adopters of an electric vehicle, buying a ...16 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
I’m in my 60s with $85,000 in credit-card debt. Should I use the equity in my home or my investments to pay it off?
“Currently, the debt gets rolled over to another 0% interest card right before the regular interest rate is about to kick in.”16 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
‘I believe she made a big mistake’: My wife put her paycheck into a bank account with her inheritance. Do I now own 50% of those funds?
“I’m still working, and we’ve always filed joint tax returns.”21 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Celtic’s Elena Sadiku: ‘That infection made me question everything. I was scared of losing my life’
The Swede, who almost lost a leg at 23, on recovery, success and being the youngest ever Champions League coach. Elena Sadiku’s modesty very briefly breaks. “I was pretty good,” she says. “I am not ...21 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Student Debt Court Ruling Reversed Once Again
One judge quickly halted the decision by another to push forward with student loan forgiveness.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Biden: 'I don't know' if Netanyahu is trying to sway US election
Some Democrats accuse Israel's PM of holding off on agreeing a Gaza ceasefire deal for political reasons.Yesterday - Joe Biden -
Top stories - BBC News
'I felt my heart was going to stop': At the scene of an IDF strike in Beirut
An apparent attempted assassination tore through a Beirut tower block, far from Hezbollah's base.Yesterday -
Business - MarketWatch
Coeur Mining is using its high-flying stock to buy SilverCrest for $1.7 billion
Coeur Mining announced Friday an agreement in which the gold and silver miner is using its stock, that has more than doubled this year, to buy SilverCrest Metals in a deal valued at $1.7 billion.Yesterday -
Sports - CBS Sports
Falcons WR KhaDarel Hodge feels overtime TD vs. Buccaneers was 'moment of my life'
Hodge came off the bench for an injured Drake London in overtime and caught the game-winning TDYesterday - NFL -
Business - MarketWatch
‘I don’t want to spend my remaining days living hand to mouth’: I divorced my husband and remarried. Can I claim his Social Security?
“I hope that it doesn’t trigger my ex-husband. He has a short fuse.”Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
The US election is on a knife edge. My trip to Georgia showed how easily it could end in tragedy | Oliver Laughland
Georgia’s conspiracy theorists are still disputing the result of the last US presidential election. Will this year’s be more peaceful? I looked for clues in the Atlanta suburbs. A few weeks ago, I ...Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Life after care: 'I fear owning too much stuff in case I have to move'
The number of young care leavers facing homelessness is a "failure of society", says one charity.Yesterday -
World - The Guardian
You be the judge: my daughter never wears her glasses – should I pay for her contact lenses?
Bridget thinks Rebecca should stick to her glasses – or pay for lenses herself. Rebecca says lenses aren’t a luxury. You decide who needs to see sense Find out how to get a disagreement settled ...2 days ago -
Health - ABC News
Two California dairy workers were infected with bird flu, latest human cases in US
Two dairy workers in California were infected with bird flu, the 15th and 16th human cases detected in the U.S. this year2 days ago - California -
World - The Guardian
US dock workers agree on deal with port operators to end strike
International Longshoremen’s Association announces agreement for wage hike and immediate work resumption. The US ports strike that shut down shipping on the east and Gulf coasts for three days came ...2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Port strike squeezes banana supplies, but most grocery shelves should be well stocked for weeks
Retailers and industry experts are urging shoppers not to resort to panic-buying, saying grocery aisles should be well-stocked with essentials for weeks.2 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How to qualify for credit card debt forgiveness this October
Debt forgiveness could provide big relief from your credit card debt, but you may need to qualify first.2 days ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
Can I Still Use an Expired Covid Test?
The expiration date listed on the box might not be accurate. Here’s what to know.2 days ago - Covid -
Business - CNBC
Sydney Sweeney doesn't think she'll 'ever feel comfortable' financially: 'I saw my parents lose everything'
The 27-year-old star told Glamour that her family's past financial struggles have influenced how she thinks about her wealth.2 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Sam Darnold: Jets didn't fail me, I had a lot of opportunities
Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold is playing like the MVP candidate the Jets hoped he would one day be when they drafted him with the third overall pick in 2018.2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Angel City’s Katie Zelem: ‘I woke up last week and thought: oh my God, I live in LA’
The England star on leaving Manchester United, embracing a new challenge and the competitive edge of the NWSL. If you were walking your dog in your local park near Manchester this summer and ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Chris Woakes: ‘Yes, I need to get better away from home. But my home record is bloody good’
New leader of England’s Test attack is ready for the challenge of Pakistan after show of faith from Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes. “It was after the Oval Test and Baz came over and said: ‘You’re ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘I fell asleep driving around London’: TV workers on fear, danger and fatalities in an industry in crisis
Accidents on set and road collisions suffered by exhausted crew are on the rise. But the demand for great shows continues. Are broadcasters pushing staff too far?. As a young female TV crew member ...2 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'My wife had cancer but was misdiagnosed on the phone'
Laura Barlow "could have lived for longer" had she been seen face-to-face, her husband believes.3 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
‘I haven’t come back’: Freed from Hamas, former hostages cope with life after Oct. 7
During its attack against Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, members of Hamas and other militant groups kidnapped around 250 hostages. Among them were Aviva Siegel, Moran Stela Yanai, Ilana Gritzewsky and ...3 days ago