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BBC News - Top stories
Boy, 2, dies after TV screen falls at home
Carter Walsh died after a TV fell on him in what is believed to be a “tragic accident”, police say.24 minutes ago -
ESPN - Sports
Kyle McCord is letting it rip at Syracuse
The quarterback is off to a hot start at his new school -- and is looking to lead the Orange to new heights.56 minutes ago -
CBS News - Top stories
How a 12-year-old girl who escaped a serial killer likely saved other lives
In 1994, Becky Savarese was walking to school in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, when Lewis Lent tried to abduct her. He was arrested and later confessed to killing at least two other children, ...1 hour ago -
The Hill - Politics
Study shows Taylor Swift's endorsement may turn off voters Harris needs
Swift’s endorsement of Harris may make some previously undecided voters decide to stay home.1 hour ago -
BBC News - Top stories
Sky Glass customers complain as TVs won't turn on
The company has apologised to Sky Glass and Sky Stream customers encountering issues.1 hour ago -
Wired - Tech
Xavier Niel, a Driving Force of French AI, Is Now Shaping TikTok
The TikTok owner’s newest board member revels in challenging the establishment.1 hour ago - Tiktok -
Financial Times - World
BoJ holds interest rates and upgrades consumption outlook
Central bank forecasts Japanese economy will keep growing at a pace above its potential growth rate2 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
FirstFT: Wall Street titan John Paulson defends Trump’s tariff talk
Also in today’s newsletter, S&P 500 hits record high and Amazon’s crackdown on remote work2 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
Covid Showed Us That the Truth Is a Matter of Life or Death
I am deeply troubled by the growing distrust of science in our society, just at the time when its insights are most needed.3 hours ago - Covid -
The New York Times - Science
Who’s the Dodo Now? A Famously Extinct Bird, Reconsidered.
A comprehensive review of dodo science offers new insights into the biology and behavior of the much-ridiculed bird.3 hours ago -
NBC News - Politics
Undecided voters, set in their views of Trump, now weigh backing Harris
Kenneth Hauck wasn’t sure how he would vote when the race between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris was just a hypothetical scenario.3 hours ago -
The Guardian - World
Packed houses and superstars have made this a WNBA season unlike any other
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, alongside established stars, have helped the league reach a new level of popularity as the playoffs approach. As the NFL’s Colts clashed with the Packers in Wisconsin ...3 hours ago - WNBA -
Financial Times - Business
Mercedes-Benz shares fall after profit warning
German carmaker lowers full-year outlook on weakness in Chinese demand3 hours ago -
Financial Times - Business
Why half of voters think Labour has done a poor job so far
Dodgy donations, infrastructure challenges and anticipation of October’s ‘painful’ Budget weigh on party’s approval ratings3 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Japan's Nikkei leads gains in Asia Pacific after Wall Street soars; BOJ and PBOC hold rates
Traders in Asia also look toward August consumer prices index from Japan and Hong Kong, and central bank decisions from Bank of Japan and People's Bank of China.4 hours ago - Japan -
The Guardian - World
Fish! Do they have feelings? Now everyone wants to know about the emotional lives of fish! | First Dog on the Moon
Do fish feel despair or longing? Do they yearn for a simpler time?. Sign up here to get an email whenever First Dog cartoons are published Get all your needs met at the First Dog shop if what ...5 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Three big investment questions I’m asking now — and so should you
As the fourth quarter looms, portfolio risk, US equities and China are all that matters8 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Oprah, Swift and Clooney: do celebrity endorsements matter in the US election?
While A-listers come out for presidential candidates, experts say they may not move the dial on polling day8 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
Two-year UK mortgage rates fall faster than longer-term deals
Shorter fixed-rate offers move closer to five-year ones as markets price in future Bank of England rate cuts8 hours ago - Mortgage -
The Guardian - World
Katy Perry: 143 review – wan Europop revival falls short of total catastrophe
(Capitol) Following disastrous comeback singles and videos prompting environmental investigation, Perry’s seventh album isn’t the calamity expected – but it isn’t good, either. The video for Katy ...8 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Three sweeps? Experts pick first round of WNBA playoffs
The first round of the WNBA playoffs open Sunday. Which teams are prime for an upset? Who will win each series? Our picks are in.8 hours ago - WNBA -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Ratings crater for Deion Sanders's Colorado Buffaloes in 2024
Under Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, the Colorado Buffaloes remain a big deal in Boulder.8 hours ago -
GameSpot - Tech
Monument Valley 3 Pre-Registrations Now Live Ahead Of December Launch
Today, during the Netflix Geeked Week 2024 Live presentation, one segment was dedicated to the growing Netflix Games platform on mobile devices. Here, we learned that pre-registrations for Monument ...10 hours ago -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
She Was Fired From ‘Summer House’ but Now Gets the Last Laugh
The former reality television star has found her footing in comedy, with a hit Netflix special and a podcast tour.14 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
An Artist Turns Detritus of Ghana’s Past Into Future Possibility
Installations of jute sacks or hospital beds have made Ibrahim Mahama a star. Back home, they’re fueling a bold vision.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Mica Ertegun’s Collection on Auction at Christie’s
The society fixture, decorator and philanthropist Mica Ertegun helped define the tastes of an era. Now her great collections are going on the block.Yesterday -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Connor McDavid is the Highest Rated Player in NHL 25
McDavid headlines the list of top centers, followed by Nathan MacKinnon, Leon Draisaitl and Auston MatthewsYesterday - NHL -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Fall 2024 Fashion Books by Iris Apfel, Diane Keaton & More
Iris Apfel, Diane Keaton and Henri Bendel are just some of the style icons featured in the pages of this season’s most fashionable titles.3 days ago -
Inc. - Business
iOS 18 Has a Killer Productivity Feature No One Is Talking About. You Can Start Using It Right Now
Audio transcription and summaries in Notes is the feature you didn't know you needed.3 days ago
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