The Story Behind Juneteenth and How It Became A Federal Holiday
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How Khruangbin’s Sound Became the New Mood Music
The Texan trio’s vibes have spawned countless imitators, but their magic isn’t so easy to replicate.The New York Times - Top stories -
How Election Deniers Became Mainstream—and Are Weaponizing Tech
Election deniers are training others to challenge voter rolls and overwhelm election officials. And they’re using tech to do it.Wired - Tech -
How Sweden’s stock market became the envy of Europe
Deep pool of retail and institutional investors has helped Stockholm defy continent’s capital markets gloomFinancial Times - Business -
Mannix: How Jrue Holiday's extension could impact Derrick White
Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix explains how the Celtics extending Jrue Holiday could impact the team's chances of giving Derrick White a new deal.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
How a $10,000 Investment Became a $7,000-a-Month Cash Cow
The repeatable path to buying financial freedom.Inc. - Business -
How Mr. Irrelevant became the most beloved underdog in sports
It began as an experiment 49 years ago, but now, Mr. Irrelevant has become the mascot for long shots everywhere.ESPN - Sports -
How I Became a Python Programmer—and Fell Out of Love With the Machine
When I started coding, I was suspicious of all the abstractions. Then I discovered the Django framework.Wired - Tech -
‘The new DiCaprio’: how Leo Woodall became one of UK’s hottest exports
One Day actor who has been cast in next Bridget Jones film has an appeal that spans generations, say pop culture experts. You’d probably never heard of him two years ago and now his blue eyes and floppy sandy hair are everywhere – from magazine ...The Guardian - World -
How a North Korean missile researcher became a South Korean MP
A millennial North Korean who used to develop the regime's nuclear missiles is now a South Korean lawmaker.BBC News - Top stories - North Korea -
A.I.’s Original Sin
A Times investigation found that tech giants altered their own rules to train their newest artificial intelligence systems.The New York Times - Top stories -
How London Became a ‘Hot Spot’ for Threats Against Iranian Journalists
Iranian reporters and broadcasters in Britain have suffered physical attacks, threats and surveillance, a report by Reporters Without Borders said, weeks after a newscaster was stabbed in London.The New York Times - World - Iran -
Israelis grapple with how to celebrate Passover, a holiday about freedom, while many remain captive
Jews around the world will soon celebrate Passover, recounting the biblical story of their exodus from Egypt after hundreds of years of slaveryABC News - World - Israel -
How the Celtics became first NBA team to play a game without getting a foul shot
The Bucks' four fouls were also the fewest ever in a gameCBS Sports - Sports - NBA -
‘The roles on offer were prostitute or takeaway worker’: How Jing Lusi defied racist stereotypes – and became a star
She is one of the first east Asian actors to play the lead in a big British drama, and her new show Red Eye is a nerve-jangler. She discusses culture shock, sexism and the sheer joy of making Crazy Rich Asians. As a teenager, Jing Lusi was ...The Guardian - World -
A mission of mercy, then a fatal strike: How an aid convoy in Gaza became Israel’s target
It was hours after sundown when eight aid trucks and three support vehicles started their journey into GazaABC News - World - Israel -
How a Major League Bat Boy Became One of Hockey’s Most Powerful Executives
From the World Series to the Stanley Cup finals, Florida Panthers General Manager Bill Zito has taken an unusual journey to the top of the sports world.The New York Times - Sports -
How South Africa's former leader Zuma turned on his allies and became a surprise election foe
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How a federal policy changes the future of service academy athletes
Service academy athletes will have to serve two years following graduation before going to professional sports.ESPN - Sports -
Revealed: the picture sneaked by employee into a German gallery
Technician, who hung his own picture in an exhibition about art world glitches, has been sacked and given a three-year ban. The first picture that greeted visitors to the first-floor exhibition space in Munich’s Pinakothek der Moderne gallery on ...The Guardian - World -
‘I was severely stalked and severely abused’: Richard Gadd on the true story behind Baby Reindeer
The chilling, visceral, deeply compelling comedy-drama has caused shock waves worldwide since launching last weekend. But what about the experiences that inspired it?. When Richard Gadd wrote Monkey See Monkey Do for the Edinburgh fringe in 2016, ...The Guardian - World -
What is Eid al-Fitr? 6 questions about the holiday, answered
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and features two to three days of celebration.CBS News - World -
Holiday lands 4-year, $135M extension from Celtics
After arriving in a blockbuster offseason trade, Celtics guard Jrue Holiday has agreed on a four-year, $135 million contract extension, his agent told ESPN on Wednesday.ESPN - Sports - NBA -
Marlins improve to 2-11 as Burger hits 3-run homer in 5-2 win over Yankees
Jake Burger hit a three-run homer on his 28th birthday and the Miami Marlins beat the New York Yankees 5-2 for just their second win this seasonABC News - Sports - MLB -
Three thoughts after Celtics splurge to extend Jrue Holiday
Chris Forsberg shares his instant reaction to the Celtics reportedly signing Jrue Holiday to a four-year, $135 million extension.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Jrue Holiday agrees to 4-year, $135 million extension with Celtics
Jrue Holiday agreed to terms on a four-year, $135 million contract extension with the Celtics, his agent Jason Glushon confirmedABC News - Sports - NBA -
China Struggles to Kick Deflationary Concerns
A manufacturing-led recovery has sparked trade frictions abroad, but weak price growth shows consumption lags behind at home.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
The experts: travel agents on 20 ways to book a sustainable and sensational summer holiday
Keen to get away? Here is how to find a great deal, pick the perfect destination and support the local community. A holiday should be relaxing, but booking one can be a fraught experience, with days lost to endless scrolling, comparing reviews and ...The Guardian - World -
Greece launches ‘free’ holidays for tourists who fled 2023 Rhodes wildfires
Up to 25,000 holidaymakers, mainly from Britain, in line for vouchers to cover a week’s hotel stay. It has required new legislation and navigation of copious red tape but nine months after wildfires devastated Rhodes, Greece has launched the ...The Guardian - World -
Tim Dowling: is the dog about to die or does it just hate being on holiday?
We’re having a weekend away in the countryside, and his behaviour is growing ever more worrying. What shall we do?. It is teatime on our rainy family weekend away. The five of us are sitting around staring at the dog as it attempts to remove mud ...The Guardian - World -
The longevity vacation: why bar-hopping holidays are out and extreme wellness breaks are in
Would a £35,000 holiday help you live longer or just leave you bankrupt? A surprising number of people are paying to find out. Name: Longevity vacations.. Age: New, but I’ll be older, hopefully. Continue reading...The Guardian - World -
Simon Harris Just Became Ireland’s Prime Minister. Who Is He?
After a swift political rise, Simon Harris, 37, was confirmed as Ireland’s premier. But his time as head of the government could be short.The New York Times - World -
Ticketmaster to face federal antitrust lawsuit: reports
The Justice Department is preparing to file a federal antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, according to multiple reports. The Wall Street Journal first reported Monday that the Justice Department will be ...The Hill - Politics -
Eid holiday tradition spurs Indonesia's economy as tens millions of Muslims travel home
The Eid al-Fitr holiday marking the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan was celebrated by Muslims on Wednesday with family reunions, new clothes and sweet treats. In Indonesia, the world's most populous Muslim nation, nearly three-quarters ...Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Fitr in the shadow of Gaza's misery
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Jrue Holiday, Celtics reportedly reach agreement on 4-year, $135 million extension
Holiday is declining his $37.3 million player option for 2024-2025.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
Jrue Holiday contract: Celtics extend guard on a reported four-year, $135 million deal
Holiday fell into Boston's lap, and it is not going to let him get awayCBS Sports - Sports -
Jrue Holiday's contract extension, Paolo Banchero comps & NBA playoff legacies on the line | No Cap Room
Dan Devine and Tom Haberstroh react to the news of Jrue Holiday’s contract extension with the Celtics, come up with comps for Magic forward Paolo Banchero and discuss which players have the most to gain, or lose, in this year’s NBA Playoffs.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
WATCH: Grant Hill personally delivers Team USA jerseys to Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, more
Team USA is loaded with the NBA's finest for the 2024 Paris OlympicsCBS Sports - Sports -
The Story of Christianity's Rejection of Slavery
Enlightenment atheism can’t steal the moral credit.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Eye Opener: The legacy of O.J. Simpson, who became most famous for being acquitted of murder
The death of O.J. Simpson reopens old debates. Also, deadly storms sweep the north, bringing dangerous flash floods and tornadoes to yet another region of the U.S. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.CBS News - Top stories