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Ozzy Osbourne to reunite with Black Sabbath bandmates for 'greatest' show ever
Ozzy Osbourne will reunite with all of the original members of Black Sabbath for the first time in 20 years, in a gig that will be his last and that’s being billed as the “greatest” heavy metal ...ABC News - Feb. 5 -
How Andy Reid became one of the NFL's best coaches ever
Andy Reid is set to win his fourth Super Bowl as coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.NBC News - Feb. 7 -
Now more than ever, AI needs a governance framework
It is possible to develop a model with the best intentions, and for that model to be misused later onFinancial Times - Feb. 8 -
Netanyahu praises Trump's as Israel's 'greatest friend' to ever be president
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised President Trump in Saturday comments, calling him "the greatest friend that Israel has ever had in the White House." "Israel has no better friend ...The Hill - Feb. 9 -
Fun for ever! The simple way to build a fitness habit you’ll actually love
If you can find a workout you always look forward to, you’re far more likely to stick with it and keep fitter for longer. Trainers give their pointers – and pitfalls. Only an idiot would claim to ...The Guardian - Feb. 9 -
Trump recognizes Feb. 9 as first ever 'Gulf of America Day'
President Trump announced that Sunday was the first ever "Gulf of America Day," following an executive order that set in motion the process of changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico. The president ...The Hill - Feb. 9 -
Michelin awards star to vegan restaurant for first time ever
Plates London on Old Street is among 22 restaurants to be awarded first Michelin stars.BBC News - Feb. 11 -
Why the options market is hotter than ever and could be on track for more records
Options trading volume hit a fresh record in January as nearly 1.2 billion contracts changed hands, according to data from Cboe Global Markets.MarketWatch - 6d -
How does Daniel Levy run Tottenham - and would he ever leave?
With Tottenham struggling on the pitch and chairman Daniel Levy facing criticism from fans, BBC Sport looks at how the club is run and what the future might hold.BBC News - 4d -
Jokić vs. everyone: Nuggets star is having the greatest season ever
Let's examine how the three-time MVP stacks up with the greatest seasons from Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Wilt Chamberlain and Stephen Curry.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Warren Buffett and Mark Cuban Agree: This Is the Best Investment You Will Ever Make
Buffett and Cuban certainly value investing in and owning businesses, but both agree this investment makes an even bigger difference.Inc. - 16h -
Thought Leadership Pays Off Big, and It’s Easier Than Ever
The shortcut to startup success is more accessible than ever. Here’s how to get started.Inc. - 15h -
Will That Asteroid Strike Earth? Risk Level Rises to Highest Ever Recorded.
The threat from space rock 2024 YR4 has surpassed that of Apophis, an asteroid feared by scientists 20 years ago. The danger remains low, but experts are estimating the damage that could be done.The New York Times - 5h -
Is innovation slowing down? With Matt Clancy
Can science keep delivering breakthrough discoveries and economic growth?Financial Times - Feb. 10 -
Global chip sales rose 19.1% in 2024 and will hit double digit growth in 2025 thanks to AI | SIA
Global semiconductor chip sales rose 19.1% to $627.6 billion in 2024 and growth is expected to grow double-digit percentages in 2025.VentureBeat - Feb. 7 -
Global leaders have a selective view of sovereignty. It matters, as long as it’s in their interests | Kenan Malik
Whether in Gaza or the Chagos Islands, denying a people’s identity and rights paves the way to robbing them of their autonomy to govern . Sovereignty matters. Except when it doesn’t. And it doesn’t ...The Guardian - Feb. 9 -
This chart shows the dramatic shift in global manufacturing over 30 years. The U.S. isn’t at the top.
China is at the heart of longer-term economic security concerns that could keep global trade conflicts going, says Deutsche Bank.MarketWatch - Feb. 10 -
Risk of breach of 1.5C of global warming here sooner than expected, studies find
Without stringent emissions cuts the world is ‘most probably’ already within the period defined in the Paris accordFinancial Times - Feb. 10 -
Champions League global rights deal set to be struck by U.S. agency Relevent with UEFA, clubs
UEFA and top European soccer clubs are set to drop the Swiss agency that has sold Champions League rights since 1992ABC News - Feb. 11 -
Fintech unicorn Zepz to lay off 20% of its global workforce, sources say
London-based fintech Zepz is laying off around 200 IT workers as part of a major redundancy plan, two employees impacted by the move told CNBC.CNBC - 6d -
A global corporate tax turf war between Trump, the GOP and U.S. allies is brewing
As President Trump threatens a wider trade war on EU and other allies, an obscure global tax battle could be one retaliatory result, and target U.S. business.CNBC - 6d -
Oil giant Chevron to lay off thousands in bid to cut up to 20% of global workforce
No 2 US oil firm aims for $3bn in cost cuts through 2026 and seeks to simplify business after production challenges. Chevron will lay off 15-20% of its global workforce by the end of 2026, the US ...The Guardian - 6d -
Caught in the middle: UK firms brace for fallout from Trump’s global trade war
While UK may not be in direct line of fire, knock-on effects on global trade has British businesses worried. “We’re vulnerable at the moment,” says Fiona Conor, the managing director of Trust ...The Guardian - 5d -
Global disunity, energy concerns and the shadow of Musk: key takeaways from the Paris AI summit
AI Action Summit ends with US vice-president criticising European regulation and warning against cooperation with China. Political and business leaders descended on Paris this week for the third ...The Guardian - 4d -
Here's how much it can cost for one person to live in 12 major cities globally in 2025
Moving to a major city often comes with big benefits and opportunities, but it's important to figure out if it makes sense financially before taking the leap.CNBC - 2d -
The US led the charge against global corruption. Now Trump is clearing the way for kleptocrats | Oliver Bullough
Britain used to solicit money that the US would not touch – but with oligarchs and fraudsters on the rise, it must now uphold the law. Five decades ago, the United States was in turmoil. A long ...The Guardian - 1d -
There are many ways Trump could trigger a global collapse. Here’s how to survive if that happens | George Monbiot
It could be wildfires, a pandemic or a financial crisis. The super-rich will flee to their bunkers – the rest of us will have to fend for ourselves. Though we might find it hard to imagine, we ...The Guardian - 20h -
Huawei's tri-foldable phone hits global markets in a show of defiance amid US curbs
Chinese tech giant Huawei has held a global launch for the industry’s first tri-foldable phoneABC News - 17h -
CEO of $28 million company: Here's the best advice I've ever received—I still use it to motivate myself
Rent the Runway CEO Jennifer Hyman says a single piece of advice from a mentor helps her get through difficult days at work and home.CNBC - Feb. 8 -
Ranking best Super Bowl halftime performances ever: Here are the most iconic and memorable moments
A look at some of the most interesting moments in Super Bowl historyCBS Sports - Feb. 9 -
2025 Super Bowl: Where Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid rank among the best QB/head coach duos ever
Examining where Reid and Mahomes rank among elite duos as they try for their fourth Super Bowl victoryCBS Sports - Feb. 9 -
Trump says Canada joining US 'would be greatest thing they could ever do'
President Trump on Sunday argued that if Canada were to join the United States, it would be the greatest thing the neighbors to the north could do. “I love the people of Canada. We have a great ...The Hill - Feb. 9 -
Has there ever been a shutout out in the Super Bowl? Chiefs trending toward some ugly history vs. Eagles
The Chiefs -- and Patrick Mahomes -- could be ending up on the wrong side of historyCBS Sports - Feb. 10 -
From Frasier to Better Call Saul (but not Joey): the 10 best TV spin-offs ever
Can a small-screen spin-off ever better the original? From Daria to Endeavour, here are the 10 that came closest – and a few that actually managed it. Sometimes on TV, the second time’s a charm. If ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Saquon Barkley came to Eagles to 'extend my legacy,' walks away as champion in one of best seasons ever
Barkley got the Super Bowl ring he covetedCBS Sports - Feb. 10 -
Trump is driving political debate to ever new lows. The left must hold on to its values | Zoe Williams
Even his most ridiculous executive orders have an ugly effect on politics around the world. We can’t just ignore the US president. But nor can we succumb to the momentum of the right. The problem ...The Guardian - Feb. 10 -
Federal Workers Say DOGE Put Spyware on Their Work PCs. Is That Ever OK in the Workplace?
As DOGE takes sweeping actions to cut spending at federal agencies, widespread worries about electronic surveillance tap into trust and leadership issues.Inc. - Feb. 10 -
What really happened in Calvine? The mystery behind the best UFO picture ever seen
In August 1990, two hikers sent photos of a strange diamond-shaped aircraft to the press – but the story never appeared. Was it a prank, a hoax, an optical illusion or something else entirely?. On ...The Guardian - Feb. 11 -
Ex-Activision Blizzard Boss Thought Warcraft Was One Of The Worst Movies Ever Made
In 2016, Universal and Activision Blizzard brought World of Warcraft to the big screen in Warcraft . The film only earned $47.4 million in the United States, but its worldwide total was $439.1 ...GameSpot - Feb. 11 -
NASCAR's new 'world-class driver' rule makes Daytona 500 qualifying more complicated than ever
The Daytona 500 has NASCAR’s most unique — and complicated — qualifying formatABC News - Feb. 11