Wednesday, 31 August 2022

An Orchestra Brings Harmony to a Region of Discord


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Giant hailstone: Toddler killed in violent Spanish storm

Around 50 people are injured by hailstones that measured up to 10cm in diameter.

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US Open: Emma Raducanu targets clean slate after New York exit

British teenager Emma Raducanu says she is looking forward to starting with a "clean slate" after an early end to her US Open title defence.

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Eurozone Inflation Reaches 9.1 Percent, Driven by Prices for Energy and Food


By BY PATRICIA COHEN from NYT Business https://ift.tt/LjxVic4

England v South Africa: Hosts name unchanged squad for deciding Test at The Oval

England name an unchanged 14-man squad for the third and deciding Test against South Africa at The Oval next month.

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Tuesday, 30 August 2022

Ukraine grain deal: Where are the ships going?

More than 50 ships have braved the risks to take food from Ukraine to destinations around the world.

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Does CBD Help With Insomnia?


By BY RACHEL RABKIN PEACHMAN from NYT Well https://ift.tt/DAbpHzu

Where are hosepipe bans in place and how can I save water?

Hosepipe bans are in place across much of England and parts of Wales.

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The Allure of the Lurid? Elementary, My Dear Reader!


By BY JANE PEK from NYT Books https://ift.tt/K8YkWCs

Pakistan floods are ‘a monsoon on steroids’, warns UN chief

The UN says a "climate catastrophe" has led to more than 1,100 deaths as it launches a big aid appeal.

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Major clear-up under way in Edinburgh after bin strike

The walkout in the capital ended at 04:59 as rubbish continues to pile up in other council areas.

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Monday, 29 August 2022

What happens during the Artemis I flight?


By BY KENNETH CHANG from NYT Science https://ift.tt/NRuQ810

Royal Navy HMS Prince of Wales breaks down off south coast

The HMS Prince of Wales's departure from Portsmouth had already been postponed due to a technical issue.

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Roger Bolton: Radio 4 Feedback presenter 'would have liked to continue'

Roger Bolton told listeners the BBC "decided it was time for me to stand down" from Feedback.

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A Consequential Trump Investigation?


By BY MICHAEL BARBARO, RACHEL QUESTER, ROB SZYPKO, DIANA NGUYEN, PAIGE COWETT, MARION LOZANO, ROWAN NIEMISTO AND CHRIS WOOD from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/yUgfdY2

'Man of the Hole': Last of his tribe dies in Brazil

The last member of an uncontacted indigenous group in Brazil had lived in total isolation for decades.

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Sunday, 28 August 2022

Putin’s army expansion may not help Russia much, U.S. and British officials say.


By BY JULIAN E. BARNES AND SHASHANK BENGALI from NYT World https://ift.tt/8YPpzTI

In Track and Field, Money Flows to the Flashy and Stylish


By BY KRIS RHIM from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/intryP9

Haven’t We Seen These Characters Before?


By BY PAMELA PAUL from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/MFvpAW5

The Sunday Read: ‘She’s at Brown. Her Heart’s Still in Kabul.’


By BY MADDY CROWELL, JACK D’ISIDORO, DAN POWELL, JOHN WOO, DAN FARRELL AND DEVIN MURPHY from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/39IBkmx

Kayaker Nick Ray: I'll paddle off to sea and not come back for a year

Kayaker and mental health advocate Nick Ray is heading on a year-long journey into the wilderness.

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Civil War: I’m Against It!


By BY SARAH VOWELL from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/a2MUOLZ

England v South Africa: Maturing England produce their best performance of summer

England have pulled off some stunning victories this summer, but the mauling of South Africa was their best so far, says chief cricket writer Stephan Shemilt.

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Saturday, 27 August 2022

Public health warning as bin strikes continue

Councils are being advised to "decontaminate" public areas where bins have overflowed.

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At One of Canada’s Top Destinations, Tourists Are Back but Much Has Changed


By BY IAN AUSTEN from NYT World https://ift.tt/svLqrAO

Putin no cree que Ucrania sea un Estado independiente, pero la historia dice otra cosa


By BY MICHAEL SCHWIRTZ, MARIA VARENIKOVA AND RICK GLADSTONE from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/M6sPIbZ

England v South Africa: James Anderson 'absolutely flattens' Dean Elgar's off-stump for wicket

England's James Anderson sends Dean Elgar's off-stump spiralling through the air as he bowls the South African captain out for 11 runs early on the third day of the second Test at Old Trafford.

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At One of Canada’s Top Destinations, Tourists Are Back but Much Has Changed


By BY IAN AUSTEN from NYT World https://ift.tt/raiykLf

Friday, 26 August 2022

With the Zaporizhzhia plant offline, humanitarian woes add to nuclear fears.


By BY MARC SANTORA from NYT World https://ift.tt/M6l7Rcp

Keanu Reeves visits Northamptonshire pub for meal and meeting

The pub manager says The Matrix star is "a lovely, down to earth guy".

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Conspiracy Theories


By BY GERMAN LOPEZ from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/2WVye9R

A New Plan for Student Loans


By BY NATALIE KITROEFF, NINA FELDMAN, LUKE VANDER PLOEG, ROB SZYPKO, MICHAEL SIMON JOHNSON, ANITA BADEJO, MARC GEORGES, MARION LOZANO AND CHRIS WOOD from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/Mx430IE

Seis meses en guerra


By BY ELDA CANTÚ from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/rziYxIj

The Zaporizhzhia plant remains disconnected from the national power grid, leaving people without power.


By BY MARC SANTORA from NYT World https://ift.tt/mN5VzdH

Martin Lewis 'begging, praying' for more energy bills help

Consumer expert Lewis says a lack of government support is causing a "mental health catastrophe".

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Thursday, 25 August 2022

Canterbury bison environment near Blean could be expanded

Rangers say the bison, introduced in July, are already restoring the woods to their ancient state.

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Ukraine is hitting Russian forces hard, but has a long way to go, a top official cautions.


By BY MARC SANTORA from NYT World https://ift.tt/GoWHTCr

Manizha: Russian Eurovision star faces hate campaign over opposition to Ukraine war

Manizha, who represented Russia at the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest, has opposed the war in Ukraine.

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Biden’s Debt Relief


By BY DAVID LEONHARDT from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/Ec0eyU4

Who Killed Daria Dugina?


By BY NATALIE KITROEFF, ASTHAA CHATURVEDI, WILL REID, RACHELLE BONJA, JOHN KETCHUM, M.J. DAVIS LIN, DAN POWELL, ELISHEBA ITTOOP AND CHRIS WOOD from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/tMEql5b

WATCH: 92-year-old reveals maths GCSE result on air

Derek Skipper, 92, joined teenagers across the country in taking a maths GCSE exam this year.

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Wednesday, 24 August 2022

The pre-loved baby boxes being sent to Ukraine’s front line

The Scot Baby Box Appeal has been collecting aid for Ukrainians since the Russian invasion began.

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In an Abandoned Country Church, ‘Strange Goings-On’


By BY DANIELLE TRUSSONI from NYT Books https://ift.tt/usRyPLi

When It Comes to Eating Away at Democracy, Trump Is a Winner


By BY THOMAS B. EDSALL from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/zo2Us6Y

BeReal Captures Our Nostalgia for a Time When Social Media Was Boring


By BY SOPHIE HAIGNEY from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/Sc2EPBZ

'I haven't looked back since my first ballet class'

An 11-year-old boy describes his excitement at being picked for a prestigious dance school.

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Elton John gives diners preview of Britney Spears' first music since 2016

Sir Elton John asks a French restaurant DJ to play his Britney Spears duet and streams the reactions.

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Tuesday, 23 August 2022

¿Qué significa que tantos padres no estén vacunado a sus hijos pequeños contra la COVID-19?


By BY AARON E. CARROLL from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/46rpPI9

Fetty Wap: Rapper faces jail time after admitting drugs charge

The Trap Queen rapper admits to being part of a US-based ring that trafficked drugs between states.

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Ukrainians flood a Red Cross hotline for help finding missing loved ones.


By BY NICK CUMMING-BRUCE from NYT World https://ift.tt/a6p8BKT

Channel migrants: Almost 1,300 migrants cross Channel in new record

So far this month 6,168 people have made the crossing in small boats, compared to 3,683 in July.

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What to do with clothes you no longer wear

New services offer convenient tailoring and repurposing of clothes in a bid to make them last longer.

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Monday, 22 August 2022

Los misterios de Mar-a-Lago


By BY TIM WEINER from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/9okjMJO

Arkansas: Three officers suspended after video shows beating

A man suffers blows to the head and back as he is pinned to the ground by officers in Arkansas.

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377A: The moment Singaporeans learn gay sex ban will end

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong confirmed the ban of the colonial-era law in a televised speech.

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People are paying to have personal messages painted on Ukrainian artillery shells.


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Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk unification fight 'will be made' - Frank Warren

Both Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk want a heavyweight unification fight, says Fury's promoter Frank Warren.

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Sunday, 21 August 2022

In Pictures: Festivities as Zulu King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini is crowned

Pictures from the festivities as Zulu King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini is crowned in South Africa.

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Even a Single Case of Polio Is a Threat


By BY MARY T. BASSETT from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/O0w3TAo

The Sunday Read: ‘Can Planting a Trillion New Trees Save the World?’


By BY ZACH ST. GEORGE, JACK D’ISIDORO, AARON ESPOSITO, JOHN WOO, DAN FARRELL AND QUINTON KAMARA from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/xdmwqLn

India monsoon rains cause fatal bridge collapse

A bridge collapses in India following seasonal rains in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, killing at least two people.

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Aleksandr Dugin, a chief promoter of Russia’s war in Ukraine, is sometimes called ‘Putin’s philosopher.’


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Oleksandr Usyk v Anthony Joshua 2: Ukrainian calls out Tyson Fury after victory

Oleksandr Usyk calls out Tyson Fury after defending his heavyweight titles against Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia.

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Saturday, 20 August 2022

Raheem Sterling: Chelsea winger left 'fuming' by Manchester City exit

Chelsea forward Raheem Sterling admits he was left "fuming and raging" by his Manchester City exit.

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Should You Rent Now or Wait Until the Fall?


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Seized Russian superyacht to go under the hammer

The monster boat can sleep 12 guests and boasts a swimming pool, jacuzzi, spa and 3D cinema.

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Jonah Hill to stop promoting films to protect his mental health

A psychologist says the Superbad actor "should be applauded" for opening up about anxiety attacks.

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Odesa is defiant. It’s also Putin’s ultimate target.


By BY ROGER COHEN AND LAETITIA VANCON from NYT World https://ift.tt/SyxIB14

Man charged after girl, 6, abducted and sexually assaulted

A 23-year-old is charged after the abduction and sexual assault of a girl, who was later found.

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Friday, 19 August 2022

Cosmic Questions


By BY BIANCA GIAEVER, COREY SCHREPPEL, WENDY DORR, ANITA BADEJO, DAN POWELL AND KYLE SCOTT WILSON from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/uFRe7S3

Liverpool: Government plans increased city council intervention

The government plans to increase its management of the city's council after recent expensive errors.

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A-level results: Deaf students 'proud' after Covid mask struggles

Dinah Mandell says she couldn't understand teachers in Zoom classes when the pandemic struck.

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Virus olvidados y resurgentes


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Morgan Gibbs-White: Nottingham Forest sign Wolves midfielder for club-record £25m plus add-ons

Nottingham Forest sign Morgan Gibbs-White from Wolverhampton Wanderers for a club-record fee of £25m plus add-ons.

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Thursday, 18 August 2022

Bodies found in New Zealand auction suitcases were of two young children

The victims, thought to be aged up to 10, were found in suitcases bought at auction last week.

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U.S. Ship Sunk by Germans in 1917 Is Found Off English Coast


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'Madame Butterfly': Japanese fashion pioneer Hanae Mori dies

A trailblazer in her field, she was the first Asian designer to break into French haute couture.

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Factory Shutdowns, Showers for Pigs: China’s Heat Wave Strains Economy


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Decline in cash use eases after pandemic slump

Although cards remain a far more popular way to pay, cash is a preferred option for many, a report says.

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Wednesday, 17 August 2022

Was I Vaccinated Against Polio? Young Adults Wonder.


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Ladbrokes owner Entain to pay £17m for breaching rules

Entain failed to properly check possible money-laundering or offer support to struggling customers.

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Yellen Directs I.R.S. to Embark on $80 Billion Overhaul Plan


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México apuesta su futuro energético al petróleo, no a las energías renovables


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London Bridge: Firefighters tackle two blazes near train station

Train tracks are shut near to the station while the Jubilee line is also part suspended.

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British man Aran Chada found drowned in Italy after saving son

Aran Chada, from Leicestershire, had been missing since a boat trip on 22 July.

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Tuesday, 16 August 2022

The Flash star Ezra Miller has mental health treatment

The actor, who is due to star in forthcoming DC film The Flash, has faced several recent allegations.

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The Taliban Takeover, One Year Later


By BY NATALIE KITROEFF, ROB SZYPKO, WILL REID, MOOJ ZADIE, STELLA TAN, MIKE BENOIST, ROWAN NIEMISTO, MARION LOZANO AND CHRIS WOOD from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/J4lSxqX

Liz Cheney: Trump’s nemesis faces Republican day of reckoning

Wyoming Republicans decide on Tuesday if Liz Cheney is a defender of the constitution or a "swamp rat".

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I Still Believe in the Power of Sexual Freedom


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Dame Deborah James's mother on life without her daughter

Heather James spoke to BBC Breakfast about how her family owe it to her daughter to enjoy life.

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Monday, 15 August 2022

You’re Being Watched


By BY DAVID LEONHARDT from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/BAUyQqR

Myanmar Widens Arrests and Slaps Aung San Suu Kyi With More Prison Time


By BY RICHARD C. PADDOCK from NYT World https://ift.tt/hrTYQOG

The making of a housing benefit millionaire

A property developer has made millions from social housing, a BBC Panorama investigation reveals.

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The Tax Loophole That Won’t Die


By BY MICHAEL BARBARO, RIKKI NOVETSKY, LUKE VANDER PLOEG, DIANA NGUYEN, LIZ O. BAYLEN, MARION LOZANO, DAN POWELL, RACHELLE BONJA AND CHRIS WOOD from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/DZqu3pI

Harry and Meghan to visit UK in September for charity events

The couple were last in the country in June for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

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Sunday, 14 August 2022

Afghanistan: Taliban fire shots to stop Afghan women's Kabul protest

Dozens of female protesters in Afghanistan have been on a rare march for their rights in Kabul.

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Afghanistan, One Year After the Fall


By BY VICTOR J. BLUE from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/cDIy0Ci

Green spaces across England parched in weekend heatwave

Areas that would usually be green and lush are looking wilted and dry as temperatures remain high.

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The Most Productive Dysfunctional Congress Ever


By BY FARAH STOCKMAN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/Mj6OzLD

The Sunday Read: ‘How One Restaurateur Transformed America’s Energy Industry’


By BY JAKE BITTLE, JACK D’ISIDORO, AARON ESPOSITO, JOHN WOO, MARION LOZANO AND TED BLAISDELL from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/pTukUP9

Saturday, 13 August 2022

Summer’s Down Elevator


By BY MELISSA KIRSCH from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/IC7AWKD