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Five years on from the pandemic, the right’s fake Covid narrative has been turbo-charged into the mainstream | Laura Spinney
Before the next outbreak, we need a serious conversation about how to cope, but first, the more strident, misguided voices must be muted. Laura Spinney is a science journalist and the author of ...The Guardian - 2d -
‘I don’t want to say that’: Arteta refuses to give up on title despite United draw
Arsenal 15 points behind Liverpool with game in hand ‘Today the frustration is that we haven’t won’ Mikel Arteta has refused to concede the title race is over, despite Arsenal languishing 15 ...The Guardian - 2d -
Hundreds of civilians reported killed in massacres as violence in Syria spirals
International alarm is growing over fighting in western Syria, where hundreds of civilians have been reportedly killed amid intense clashes.ABC News - 3d -
Syria's neighboring foreign ministers call for lifting sanctions and reconciliation
Syria’s top diplomat and his counterparts from neighboring countries have called for the lifting of Western-led sanctions and post-war reconciliationABC News - 2d -
The Nigel Farage v Rupert Lowe prize fight is getting ugly. Has Reform reached its breaking point? | Marina Hyde
It’s great for those who enjoy a punch-up on the right, but as the zealots duke it out, think of the voters who trusted them. How soon before one of Reform’s MPs starts touting himself as the ...The Guardian - 17h -
Trump forces India’s hand on tariffs
US president’s ultimatum has pushed New Delhi towards a broader realignment on tradeFinancial Times - 1d -
Hands on With the M4 MacBook Air: It’s Delightful
Everything about the new MacBook Air is great, especially the keyboard.Inc. - 18h -
Entire families reportedly killed in fighting in north-west Syria, UN says
Human rights commissioner calls for investigation into ‘extremely disturbing’ attacks in Latakia province. The UN has condemned what it called “extremely disturbing” reports of entire families ...The Guardian - 2d -
Farcical failures for Bundesliga big boys underline European pressures | Andy Brassell
Bayern Munich were shocked at home by Bochum, but they still strengthened their hand after Leverkusen lost again. After all the big moments, the daring comebacks, the thrilling crescendos, it felt ...The Guardian - 1d -
Draper solves Brooksby puzzle to reach Indian Wells fourth round
Jack Draper overcomes a slow start to beat Jenson Brooksby and reach the Indian Wells fourth round.BBC News - 1d -
Raiders reach 2-year, $16 million deal with Jeremy Chinn: Report
The Raiders reached a two-year, $16 million deal with safety Jeremy Chinn on Monday, according to the NFL Network.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Switzerland told it must do better on climate after older women’s ECHR win
Council of Europe says Swiss government failing to respect human rights court’s ruling on emissions. Europe live – latest updates The Swiss government has been told it must do more to show ...The Guardian - 4d -
Billy Joel postpones tour due to undisclosed medical condition: 'My health must come first'
Billy Joel postpones his tour to take a four-month break to focus on his health and recovery from an undisclosed 'medical condition.' He says, 'My health must come first.'Los Angeles Times - 13h -
Ex-Social Security official describes ‘significant’ risk of sensitive data going to wrong hands under DOGE
Tiffany Flick, a former Social Security official, detailed what she sees as a “significant” risk of sensitive government data heading into the wrong hands under Elon Musk’s Department of Government ...The Hill - 1d -
Syria says military operation against Assad-linked gunmen in coastal region ends
Syria’s interim government has announced the end of a days-long military operation against insurgents loyal to ousted president Bashar Assad and his family in the worst fighting since the end of ...ABC News - 1d -
Digging Out of a Therapy Rut
Psychologists share ways to dig yourself out of a therapy rut.The New York Times - 1d -
Why Social Security’s Future Could Be in DOGE’s Hands
Trump promised that Elon Musk’s DOGE wouldn’t touch Social Security. But DOGE is already making cuts to the agency.Inc. - 2d -
Veteran, 98, handed France's highest honour
Yahoo News - 1d -
Steph reaches historic NBA career-scoring milestone vs. Pistons
Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry reached a historic NBA career-scoring milestone against the Detroit Pistons on Saturday at Chase Center.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Sources: QB Allen, Bills reach record $330M deal
The Bills and Josh Allen have reached agreement on a record-setting six-year, $330 million contract that includes $250 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN.ESPN - 1d -
Monday Briefing: Violence Continues in Syria
Plus, reading festivals in India.The New York Times - 2d -
This is how we do it: ‘After mutual cancer diagnoses we didn’t have sex for five years. Then we discovered toys …’
Jill and Bob became more like housemates than lovers during an illness-enforced break, but a delivery of sex toys brought back the fun How do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Warriors star Stephen Curry reaches 25,000 career points
Stephen Curry became the 26th player in NBA history to score 25,000 career points, reaching the milestone during the third quarter of the Golden State Warriors’ 115-110 win against the Detroit ...ABC News - 3d -
From hotel dash to career-best run - Kartal reaches Indian Wells last 16
Sonay Kartal's dream run at Indian Wells continues as the British lucky loser beats Polina Kudermetova to reach the fourth round.BBC News - 1d -
'Change must come' - MPs call for RFU review
After record losses, club bankruptcies and bonus controversies, a group of MPs calls for an independent review of the Rugby Football Union.BBC News - 15h -
With three films at the festival, Kate Mara is this year's unofficial queen of SXSW
With 'The Astronaut,' 'The Dutchman' and 'Friendship' all playing at the festival, actor Kate Mara is making a robust showing of her versatility and depth.Los Angeles Times - 4d -
Patriots reach 2-year deal with QB Josh Dobbs to back up Drake Maye: Report
The Patriots have their backup quarterback. Josh Dobbs reached a two-year deal with New England on Monday afternoon, his agent confirmed. The terms were not disclosed.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Syria’s sectarian violence prompts reckoning for new president
Brutal retaliation by supporters of government undermine legitimacy of Ahmed al-Sharaa at home and overseasFinancial Times - 1d -
Israel to cut off electricity in Gaza in apparent effort to force hand of Hamas
Humanitarian officials say move could hit already meagre water supply, as ceasefire talks grow increasingly chaotic. Israel is to cut off any remaining electricity supplies to Gaza in an apparent ...The Guardian - 2d -
Facebook ‘worked hand in glove’ with China on censor tools, claims ex-director
Social media company considered letting Beijing control content for access to its lucrative market, BBC told.BBC News - 1d -
GOP gets the upper hand on spending, with improbable help from the hard right
Many hard-right members voted Tuesday for their first stopgap spending bill ever. “I’m as stunned as anybody else,” said Rep. Andy Biggs.Politico - 9h -
A 40-year-old throwing 94.5 mph? A .696 batting average!? Spring training numbers we do (and don't) believe in
It's hard to know which stats to trust this time of year. So we dig in to separate what's real from the March mirages.ESPN - 7h -
European stocks have crushed the U.S. — now a big bank is shifting its view
The year has started with a big rally for European stocks as the U.S. market struggles to remain above water. Now, HSBC strategists are changing their tune.MarketWatch - 1d -
I viewed a $600K house. I discovered it has an unsafe kitchen extension with no foundation. Do I speak up?
“The next-door neighbor was going to buy it, but the seller warned him off.”MarketWatch - 8h -
‘I’m an endless honey pot’: My wife and I are in our 70s. We gave our son $40,000 for his L.A. wedding. Now he wants more.
“We have four sons. We financed three of them through college, so none of our kids have student loans.”MarketWatch - 3d -
Scores killed as Assad loyalists clash with Syrian security forces
Damascus claims it has brought uprising under control but is struggling to contain revenge attacks on AlawitesFinancial Times - 3d -
BYU's Whiting out as women's basketball coach
BYU women's basketball coach Amber Whiting is out after three sub-.500 seasons with the Cougars.ESPN - 3d -
Border czar on Columbia arrest: 'Absolutely we can' deport a legal immigrant
Tom Homan, President Trump’s border czar, said Monday that federal authorities “absolutely can” deport a legal immigrant after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested a Columbia ...The Hill - 1d -
NL East season preview: Can the Braves bounce back? What should we expect from Juan Soto’s first year with the Mets?
With Opening Day 2025 just around the corner, we begin our MLB division previews with a look at the National League East.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Alarmed by Trump, Poland Must Look at Nuclear Options, Premier Says
As President Trump casts doubt on U.S. alliances, Poland needs to double its military manpower and consider more destructive weapons, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.The New York Times - 4d