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United Arab Emirates struggles to recover after heaviest recorded rainfall ever
The United Arab Emirates is struggling to recover from the heaviest recorded rainfall ever to hit the desert nation, as its main airport worked to restore normal operations even as floodwater still covered portions of major highways and roadsABC News - World -
A Nigerian chess champion is trying to break the world record for the longest chess marathon
A Nigerian chess champion and child education advocate is attempting to achieve a Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathonABC News - World -
Tigist Assefa hails super shoes as she targets new marathon world record
Ethiopian eyes 2hr 10min mark – but not necessarily in LondonAssefa will run London Marathon in £450 Adidas super shoeEthiopia’s Tigist Assefa has set her sights on further lowering her women’s marathon world record to under two hours 10 minutes – ...The Guardian - World -
German cars are the best in the world, its finance minister insists: 'They do not have to fear Chinese competition'
German cars are “the best in the world” and the country’s carmakers do not have to fear competition from China, German Finance Minister Christian Lindner said.CNBC - Business -
Chasing 5th straight win, Nelly Korda is 2 shots back at Chevron Championship after a first-round 68
Nelly Korda, who is looking to tie an LPGA Tour record with her fifth straight win, shot a 4-under 68 in the opening round of the Chevron ChampionshipABC News - Sports -
What Xavier Worthy did after his 4.21 record in the 40 could boost him
Ahead of next week's NFL Draft, teams are debating whether the 40-yard dash translates to today's game. It's complicated, but evaluators don't dismiss it.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Oil jumps 3%, spot gold hits record high after Israel launches strike in Iran
Oil prices jumped more than 3% after reports of explosions near the Iranian city of Isfahan.CNBC - Business - Iran -
The Memo: Johnson set for a tough victory
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) looks set to successfully face down the hard-right members of his conference on a series of foreign aid bills — after a mighty fight. Johnson will need to lean on Democrats to pass the bills, which deal with aid to ...The Hill - Politics -
House set for weekend vote on foreign aid bills
Foreign aid bills for Israel and Ukraine are set for a vote this weekend and are likely to pass. This comes as four Democrats joined five Republicans to vote the aid packages out of committee. NBC’s Kristen Welker joins TODAY with analysis.NBC News - Politics -
Powerful Greenland women project wins photo award
The winning images from this year's Sony World Photography Awards.BBC News - Top stories -
Dubai struggles to recover from record flooding event
Earlier this week, a staggering 10 inches of rain fell in the United Arab Emirates, the most the UAE has seen in a single storm in 75 years. The rainfall shuttered schools, destroyed homes and cripped Dubai International Airport, the world's ...CBS News - Top stories -
Nigerian attempts to break chess marathon record
The 29-year-old chess master hopes raise $1m for charity by playing for 58 consecutive hours.BBC News - Top stories -
Sunak sets out plans to tackle 'sick note culture'
The PM wants to strip GPs of power to issue sick notes but Labour says he has run out of ideas.BBC News - Top stories -
The 5 best dating apps in 2024
Find that special someone by signing up for one of the undeniably best dating apps in 2024.CBS News - Top stories -
Guardian wins award for exposé of founders’ links to transatlantic slavery
Press Awards recognise newspaper’s cross-platform Cotton Capital series amid wins for several Guardian reporters. The Guardian has won a diversity award at the prestigious Press Awards after its exposé on its founders’ links to transatlantic ...The Guardian - World -
Voting begins in India’s election with Modi widely expected to win third term
First phase in world’s largest democratic exercise begins, with 969 million people eligible to vote over six-week period. Voting has begun in India’s mammoth general election, as Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata party hopes to increase its ...The Guardian - World -
Premier League and FA Cup semis: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Two big Wembley meetings await in the Cup, while a desperation derby looks to be in store at Goodison Park. There was a distinct end-of-season vibe at the Gtech Community Stadium after Brentford’s win over Sheffield United, with Thomas Frank and ...The Guardian - World - Premier League -
Sports quiz of the week: London Marathon, FA Cup and Olympic teams
Have you been paying attention to the big stories in football, athletics, cricket, basketball, snooker and golf? Continue reading...The Guardian - World -
FA Cup replays backlash, Nagelsmann extends Germany deal: football news – live
News, Premier League previews and European reactionBarney Ronay: City fail to deliver as Madrid’s power tellsMeanwhile in the Championship, a host of former Premier League sides are nervously peering down rather than optimistically looking up. ...The Guardian - World -
They Experimented on Themselves in Secret. What They Discovered Helped Win a War
The untold, top-secret story of the British researchers who found the key to keeping humans alive underwater—and helped make D-Day a success.Wired - Tech -
Preview: Cup cases, flaws, bold predictions for all 16 postseason teams
Sixteen teams enter the NHL's thunderdome, only one will leave with the most glorious trophy in sports. Here's your guide to each club.ESPN - Sports -
World’s biggest election kicks off as India votes
Millions of Indians are queuing up to cast their ballot in the first of the seven-phase election.BBC News - Top stories - India -
Juliette Pavy: Sony World Photographer of the Year 2024
The prestigious photographer of the year title has been awarded to Juliette Pavy for her series Spiralkampagnen: Forced Contraception and Unintended Sterilisation of Greenlandic Women. Pavy was selected from the 10 winners in the professional ...The Guardian - World -
Despite the Watch World’s Secrecy, Data Services Expand
Swiss brands and retailers now have a few options to determine what’s happening with the industry. Just a couple of years ago, they had almost none.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Kings prepare for Pelicans with clean slate despite winless record
The Kings lost all five games against the New Orleans Pelicans this season, but they're keeping the past in the past for Friday's NBA Play-In Tournament game.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
WNBA Draft: Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and the Best Dressed
The next class of basketball stars are ready for their close-ups. Finally, fashion is paying attention.The New York Times - Lifestyle - WNBA -
Berluti and Carine Roitfeld Design the French Olympics Opening Ceremony Outfits
Carine Roitfeld teamed up with Berluti to sprinkle some fashion fairy dust on the designs. Here’s the verdict.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
The 6 best 2-in-1 laptop hybrids for 2024
Can't decide between a laptop and tablet? Consider getting one device with the functionality of both.CBS News - Top stories -
Schmitt rejects Senate deal on Mayorkas trial, setting stage for quick Dem dismissal
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As India heads to the polls, Modi’s BJP is set to get a boost in opposition-ruled Tamil Nadu
Politics in Tamil Nadu has been dominated by regional players with ethno-nationalist ideologies, rooted in the Tamil language and culture.CNBC - Business - India -
GOP lawmaker slams Republican colleagues over Ukraine support: 'They would like to see the Russians win'
Republican Rep. Don Bacon (Neb.) ripped into his colleagues who oppose further funding for Ukraine, arguing they "would like to see" Russia win the more than two-year war against Kyiv. "Now for Ukraine, they have no more artillery. If we do not do ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
Defending champ Golden Knights to face top-seeded Stars in playoffs after 4-1 loss to Ducks
Frank Vatrano scored three goals and the Anaheim Ducks finished their season on a high note, defeating the playoff-bound Vegas Golden Knights 4-1ABC News - Sports -
FA Cup replays fall victim to scramble for cash and chaotic decision-making | Paul MacInnes
FA’s latest move reflects a further weakening of the game’s heritage and will only boost the argument for independent regulation. If you had been following the back pages over the past few months the changes to the format of the FA Cup would not ...The Guardian - World -
Lapsed fan's guide to the 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs: Everything you need to know
Miss anything during the past six months? Get caught up quickly before the opening puck drop Saturday.ESPN - Sports -
Ukraine needs one more year to win, and Congress can make that happen now
If America comes through, this might just be the year that Ukraine needs to push Russia back and achieve an outcome its people can live with.The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
Farewell to FA Cup relays and classics like Man United's all-timer vs. Arsenal, Man City stunning Spurs
With FA Cup replays abandoned from next season after 150 years, it feels like a good time to look back at some of the classics that we've witnessed.ESPN - Sports - Premier League -
Iran Activates Air Defenses as World Braces for Israel's Retaliation
Iran activated air-defense systems and canceled flights, state media reported, amid reports of explosions.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
Modi Bids for 3rd Term in World’s Biggest Election in India
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‘A water world teeming with wildlife’: readers’ favourite national parks in Europe
From camping beside glacial lakes in Montenegro to birdwatching in Poland, the continent has no shortage of inspiring wilderness adventures. One of the most incredible bird scenes in Europe took place as I hiked through the Bielawa nature reserve ...The Guardian - World -
Inside the world of flying cars, or eVTOLs, which are moving closer to reality
EVTOLs, or electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles, popularly known as flying cars, are being developed by firms in the United States, Europe and Asia.CNBC - Business