World’s Largest Iceberg Runs Aground
A massive superberg, four times as big as New York City, has halted east of the southern tip of South America.
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World's largest iceberg runs aground off remote island
The iceberg appears to be stuck and may start breaking up near the island of South Georgia.BBC News - 17h -
World's largest and oldest iceberg runs aground near remote penguin island
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Shares of world's largest brewer AB InBev pop 9% after posting fourth-quarter revenue beat even as volumes slide
The drinks maker, whose brands include Budweiser, Corona and Stella Artois, reported an 3.4% increase in fourth-quarter revenue to $14.84 billion.CNBC - 6d -
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Throughout October, several health-related headaches defined the Dodgers' run to a championship. But behind the scenes, the team's injury problems were even more pronounced.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
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Japan battles largest wildfire in decades
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Consumer confidence plummets in largest drop since 2021
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Democrats warn of ‘largest Medicaid cut in American history’
House Democrats are ramping up their attacks on the GOP’s budget plan, warning that the massive spending blueprint would translate into the steepest Medicaid cut in the program’s history. Behind ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
Eye Opener: Measles outbreak in Texas is largest in decades
A measles outbreak in Texas is the largest to hit the state in decades. Also, President Trump's budget advances after a chaotic vote, and Democrats slam what could be deep cuts. All that and all ...CBS News - 6d -
France prepares for largest child abuse trial in its history
PARIS — Amélie Lévêque remembers the moment when she finally understood the unexplained bouts of depression and other disorders that had tormented her for more than two decades.NBC News - Feb. 23 -
Russia launches largest drone attack on Ukraine on eve of third year of war
The attack came as leaders in Kyiv and across Europe are seeking to navigate rapid changes in U.S. foreign policy under President Trump.CBS News - Feb. 23 -
Shares in Australia’s largest listed tech group plunge as majority of board quits
Allies of scandal-hit co-founder Richard White take control as independent directors resign over ‘intractable differences’Financial Times - Feb. 24 -
Measles outbreak grows to nearly 100 cases, with largest impact in Texas
CBS News medical contributor, Dr. Celine Gounder, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest in a measles outbreak in the U.S. that has grown to nearly 100 cases. Most cases are in Texas, which is ...CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Ex-surgeon admits 'despicable acts' in France's largest child abuse trial
Joel Le Scouarnec is accused of assaulting or raping 299 people, the vast majority under 15 years old.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Ukraine launches one of its largest drone attacks of the war into Russia
Russia's Defense Ministry claimed to have shot down 130 Ukrainian drones on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.ABC News - 6d -
Keir Starmer to carry out largest cut to UK overseas aid in history
NGOs accuse prime minister of following US by accepting ‘false choice’ of cutting aid to fund defence. Sir Keir Starmer is to take UK overseas aid to its lowest level as a percentage of national ...The Guardian - 4d -
Japan Fights Its Largest Wildfire in More Than 30 Years
The fire, in a forested area of the coastal city of Ofunato, killed at least one person and prompted evacuation orders for thousands of residents.The New York Times - 2d -
Largest wildfire in decades rages in Japan as authorities warn it could spread
Blaze in Ofunato has spread through 2,100 hectares of land, damaged dozens of homes and forced more than 1,000 to flee. Authorities in Japan have warned that the country’s biggest wildfire in ...The Guardian - 1d -
Socialite James Stunt cleared in one of UK’s largest money-laundering prosecutions
Four other defendants found guilty after court hears of carrier bags containing ‘hundreds of thousands of pounds’Financial Times - 14h -
Wales' largest theme park shuts down after 40 years
Oakwood Theme Park, which opened in 1987, employed up to 200 people.BBC News - 6h -
Andrew Cuomo running for mayor of NYC
Andrew Cuomo announced Saturday afternoon that he would run for mayor of New York City, joining a crowded race.CBS News - 3d -
The Hit-and-Run Homicide of Davis McClendon
A romance is cut short when a man is found dead near his mangled car. His newfound love is convinced it was no accident. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.CBS News - 2d -
Creating the languages of other worlds
When Hollywood needs a language that doesn't exist (like Chakobsa, for the desert planet Arrakis in "Dune," or the Dothraki language from "Game of Thrones"), they call language nerds David and ...CBS News - 2d -
Hong Kong's largest pro-democracy party takes initial step toward disbanding
Hong Kong’s largest pro-democracy party took an initial step toward dissolving on ThursdayABC News - Feb. 20 -
Retired surgeon admits to 'hideous acts' as France's largest child sexual abuse trial gets underway
A retired surgeon admitted in court that he committed “hideous” acts, as France’s largest ever child sexual abuse case got underway on Monday.NBC News - Feb. 24 -
OpenAI releases ‘largest, most knowledgable’ model GPT-4.5 with reduced hallucinations and high API price
GPT-4.5 API pricing appears shockingly high, costing developers $75 and $180 for 1 million tokens in and out, respectively.VentureBeat - 5d -
China's largest bubble tea chain Mixue soars 43% on Hong Kong trading debut
Shares of China's largest bubble tea chain Mixue jumped more than 40% on its market debut on Monday after a heavily oversubscribed initial public offering.CNBC - 1d -
Speed Interviewing the Fastest Drivers in the World
Formula One’s season launch party saw The Athletic’s columnist take on the challenge to speak to the entire grid in a few hours. Here’s what happened.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Waves are getting bigger. Is the world ready?
Southern Ocean waves are growing larger and faster, threatening coastlines. But some scientists think they could help turn the tide in the climate crisis. In his remarkable memoir of his life ...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
Trump wants a world safe for autocracy
Europe will have to defend liberal democracy without American supportFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
Trump move divides crypto world
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Trump divides crypto world with strategic reserve talk President Trump’s plan for a strategic crypto ...The Hill - 4h -
Search for missing woman focuses on running trails
A search into the disappearance of Jenny Hall, who was last seen on Tuesday, enters its third day.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
Sources: Saints hiring Staley to run defense
The Saints are hiring former Chargers head coach Brandon Staley as their defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter and Jeremy Fowler.ESPN - Feb. 21 -
Russian teen Andreeva caps Dubai run with title
Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva beat Clara Tauson to win the Dubai Championships. Andreeva, 17, will make her debut in the WTA top 10 rankings next week.ESPN - Feb. 22 -
The 20 Best Barefoot Shoes for Running or Walking (2025)
Our favorite zero-drop, minimalist footwear will let you feel the ground beneath your feet.Wired - Feb. 23 -
Vivek Ramaswamy announces run for Ohio governor
Former Republican presidential candidate and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy announced his run for Ohio governor. Ramaswamy previously signaled his plans to run for governor after exiting from ...NBC News - Feb. 25
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