Sunday, 31 December 2023

‘You Carry Your Home With You’: A Palestinian Poet’s Journey Out of Gaza


By Mona El-Naggar, Neil Collier and Santiago García Muñoz from NYT World https://ift.tt/Qc5seLq

The Saucy Polymath Who Scandalized 17th-Century London


By Alexandra Jacobs from NYT Books https://ift.tt/ptC62Gj

US warship in Red Sea shoots down two Houthi missiles from Yemen

Two destroyers responded to a distress call from a Danish ship hit by a missile from Yemen, US says.

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Saturday, 30 December 2023

Friday, 29 December 2023

Hey, Pop Stars: Think Twice Before Messing With the Past


By Jon Pareles from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/J3aFLf0

Beachgoers swept away as huge wave crashes over wall in California

Eight people were injured as a rogue wave swamped people and vehicles in the city of Ventura.

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Thursday, 28 December 2023

Criticize This African Country’s Army and You Might Be Drafted


By Monika Pronczuk from NYT World https://ift.tt/NtohsWx

Ellie Goulding: Music industry changed after MeToo

The singer says there are stronger protections in place for young artists starting out today.

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Wednesday, 27 December 2023

Moya Brennan: Celtic music's first lady on clans, creativity and U2

Radio Ulster's Irish Music Icons series looks at the life and legacy of Clannad's Moya Brennan.

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Volunteers build Isle of Man's first community rowing boat

A team of volunteers spend 11 months building a Skiff in Laxey for a new community rowing scheme.

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Tuesday, 26 December 2023

The Year in Graphic Novels


By Sam Thielman from NYT Books https://ift.tt/gVAZj2e

Broadmoor: Silent twin on being locked up with Ronnie Kray

A film and hit song have been made about the "Silent Sisters" - now the surviving twin speaks.

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Monday, 25 December 2023

Eleuthera Offers a Rugged, Out-Island Experience That Lingers


By Eric Lipton from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/rvtPaL9

Christmas cards: Welsh Bethlehem tries to save tradition

A Welsh village still welcomes visitors who want Christmas cards stamped "from Bethlehem".

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Saturday, 23 December 2023

In Remote Canada, a College Becomes a Magnet for Indian Students


By Norimitsu Onishi and Nasuna Stuart-Ulin from NYT World https://ift.tt/EVzi5KZ

When Social Security Becomes a Debt Collector


By H. Claire Brown from NYT Business https://ift.tt/dezWKX4

Watch: Rhinos 'scared' by Christmas pudding present

A giant, decorated enrichment ball left rhinos at the Cotswold Wildlife Park unimpressed.

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Friday, 22 December 2023

When You Can’t Give Your Boss a Timeout


By Roxane Gay from NYT Business https://ift.tt/xwb6hrm

Hackney: Woman charged with murder of her four-year-old son

Kobi Dooley-Macharia was found with knife injuries and was taken to hospital, where he died.

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Thursday, 21 December 2023

Mapping the Lesser-Known Territories of American Modern Dance


By Brian Seibert from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/AmKIdca

European Super League: Uefa and Fifa rules banning breakaway league unlawful, says court

Uefa and Fifa rules banning clubs joining breakaway competitions like the European Super League are unlawful, the European Court of Justice rules.

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Wednesday, 20 December 2023

A Creamy, Melty Potato Casserole That’s Outrageously Easy to Make


By Eric Kim from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/VQMKriv

Rimmel London ad banned for implying girls need make-up

The Facebook advert featured a Love Islander and read "get ready to slay this back-to-school season".

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'I don't work here!' - BBC reporter Ben Boulos interrupted on air

The BBC's Ben Boulos was mistaken for a greengrocer while reporting from a market hall in Birmingham.

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Tuesday, 19 December 2023

Watch: Delia Smith's car hit by objects ahead of derby

Police say there has been "no formal complaint" after Delia Smith's BMW is hit outside Portman Road.

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Stormont talks: What issues are affecting people in Northern Ireland?

As hopes of a pre-Christmas Stormont deal fade, four people explain how the limbo affects them.

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Monday, 18 December 2023

The Fantasy of the Fun TV Dad


By Amanda Hess from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/PAcHnVb

Biden ushered to safety after car crashes into motorcade

US Secret Service staff rush the president into his car after the accident in Delaware.

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Sunday, 17 December 2023

How Putin Turned a Western Boycott Into a Bonanza


By Paul Sonne, Rebecca R. Ruiz and Nico Chilla from NYT World https://ift.tt/IUoR9tO

Queensland sees flooding after near record rainfall

Thousands of people in the north of the state have been urged to move to higher ground.

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‘S.N.L.’ Hands Out Christmas Awards as Kate McKinnon Returns


By Dave Itzkoff from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/IERCGW1

Ian Wright: Match of the Day pundit to step down at end of season

Arsenal legend Ian Wright is to step down as a pundit from Match of the Day at the end of the season.

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Saturday, 16 December 2023

Friday, 15 December 2023

Watch: Chaos after Beijing subway carriages detach

Eyewitness videos show passengers stranded in wintry conditions after two of the carriages separated.

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Thursday, 14 December 2023

My Jewish Charlie Brown Christmas


By James Poniewozik from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/6WQlNig

Australian woman charged with stealing van carrying 10,000 doughnuts

It is unclear if the 28-year-old knew the van she is alleged to have stolen contained 10,000 doughnuts.

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Wednesday, 13 December 2023

Rock Gods Call Him When They Need a New Thunderbolt


By Alex Pappademas from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/SZmQLh7

Baby formula prices: Soaring costs devastating family finances - survey

Two-thirds of new mothers have been forced into "tough choices" due to 25% price rise, a survey says.

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Tuesday, 12 December 2023

After 60 Episodes, Peter Morgan Says Goodbye to ‘The Crown’


By Roslyn Sulcas from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/cfb4jZw

Zara pulls advert accused of resembling Gaza images

The fashion firm says it regrets any misunderstanding about its advertising campaign.

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Monday, 11 December 2023

Bob Dylan Sings, and Talks, on These Tapes From 62 Years Ago


By James Barron from NYT New York https://ift.tt/rx41C70

Finding Light in Winter


By Mary Pipher from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/1LUERpa

The Devastation of Disinheritance


By MB Caschetta from NYT Style https://ift.tt/67DksJB

Paris Ritz: Missing €750k ring found in hotel vacuum bag

The owner has said she left the ring on a table in her hotel room but when she returned it was gone.

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Saturday, 9 December 2023


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Israel-Gaza: The status quo is smashed. The future is messy and dangerous

After the war between Israel and Hamas ends, there are many questions as to what happens next.

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Whamageddon: DJ sorry for playing Last Christmas by Wham!

Matt Facer apologises for potentially eliminating 7,000 from a game in which players avoid the song.

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Friday, 8 December 2023

A Graphic Tribute to Paula Fox, Therapy and the Power of Doing


By Alison Barnwell from NYT Books https://ift.tt/XgTUmca

Ghost Stories, Both Literal and Figurative


By May-lee Chai from NYT Books https://ift.tt/bknecgL

Shane MacGowan: The Pogues singer's funeral to be held in Tipperary

The Pogues frontman's funeral will take place later with processions in Dublin and County Tipperary.

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Israel Gaza war: UPenn loses $100m donation after House testimony

A major University of Pennsylvania donor withdraws grant after Congress hearing about antisemitism on campus.

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Thursday, 7 December 2023

Wednesday, 6 December 2023

Don’t Underestimate the Power of a Good Praline


By Lisa Donovan from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/F4Po8dm

Travel giant Tui considers leaving London Stock Exchange

If Tui delists it shares it would be another blow to the UK's attractiveness as a base for big firms.

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Brotherly shove: The Scot at the heart of NFL's most divisive play

A Scottish rugby player has helped refine the 'brotherly shove' - a move pundits call 'undefendable'.

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Cancer: Woman's condition incurable after IBS misdiagnosis

Claire O'Shea was told she had IBS but a masseuse on a Turkish holiday spotted a more sinister cause.

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Tuesday, 5 December 2023

Taking in the Light: Sweden’s Lucia Celebrations


By Ingrid K. Williams from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/WThlE8k

Flood warnings in place across England after heavy rain

A total of 69 flood warnings are in place across England after snow gave way to heavy rain.

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Nigeria airstrike 'mistakenly' kills worshippers at religious festival

The army was targeting "terrorists" when civilians were hit by accident, the state governor says.

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Watch: Maori MP performs haka before swearing oath to King

Rawiri Waititim, an advocate for Maori rights, broke protocol as he was inducted into New Zealand's parliament.

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Monday, 4 December 2023

Is It Ever Inappropriate to Wear Red Lipstick?


By Vanessa Friedman from NYT Style https://ift.tt/T2LWilG

Kiss to become 'immortal' thanks to Abba's avatar technology

After playing their farewell concert, the rock stars announce they will continue as a virtual band.

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Learner driver fails 59 theory tests before pass

A hopeful from Redditch is praised for "amazing" commitment after spending £1,380 and 60 hours to pass.

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Sunday, 3 December 2023

American bully XLs: Owners confused by ban, says RSPCA

One owner says the vagueness of the definition means her dog will "not have a life after December".

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TikTok influencer Aydan Al-Saad wants to break wage taboos

Younger workers are increasingly willing to talk to their colleagues about what they earn.

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FA Cup: Bivesh Gurung scores sublime winner to send Maidstone into third round

Midfielder Bivesh Gurung scores a sublime winner to fire non-league Maidstone into the FA Cup third round, beating League Two Barrow 2-1 at the Gallagher Stadium.

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UFC Fight Night: Dana White criticises 'bad stoppage' at Austin event

UFC president Dana White criticises a referee for failing to end a bout earlier, with the official's delayed decision angering fighters.

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Saturday, 2 December 2023

Mount Etna eruption lights up the night sky

Europe's most active volcano has been in a constant state of activity since 2013.

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Friday, 1 December 2023

Trump, Milei, Wilders — Do We All Secretly Love Strongmen?


By Michelle Cottle, Ross Douthat, Carlos Lozada and Lydia Polgreen from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/YciofyF

House prices edge higher as signs mortgage rates will fall

The Nationwide says there are "encouraging signs" that mortgage rates are starting to come down.

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'Airspace' above Battersea house to be auctioned

Vacant space above a building is offered with a guide price of £10,000, and no planning permission.

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Thursday, 30 November 2023

War-Inflicted Slowdown Ends Robust Year for Tourism in Middle East


By Christine Chung from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/T7svr6q

8 New Books Coming in December


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UK cold snap persists with sub-zero nights to come

More bitterly cold nights are on the way, while snow and ice warnings remain in place for many.

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Wednesday, 29 November 2023

Best TV Shows of 2023


By James Poniewozik, Mike Hale and Margaret Lyons from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/FkL6aHR

Chilly UK dips to -8C as snow and ice forecast

Snow has already been falling across Scotland and the east coast of England, as far south as Norfolk.

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Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Here’s How the World Looks When We Use Up All of Our Water


By Jacob Dreyer from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/UP5plqt

Brits Rising Star: Caity Baser, The Last Dinner Party and Sekou nominated

Caity Baser, The Last Dinner Party and Sekou are up for the award previously won by Flo and Adele.

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Monday, 27 November 2023

When They Were Going Through Hell, They Kept a Record


By Kim Hubbard from NYT Books https://ift.tt/oFH5W98

Rishi Sunak agreed migrant deal, Suella Braverman's allies say

But sources close to the PM dispute the document the former home secretary refers to amounted to a deal.

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Sunday, 26 November 2023

A Thai mother rejoices at learning her son is alive.


By Sui-Lee Wee from NYT World https://ift.tt/JWn16YA

'Halo' spotted around the Moon across England

The phenomenon is caused by the refraction of moonlight from ice crystals.

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Katie Taylor: Irishwoman says beating Chantelle Cameron was 'greatest night of her career'

Katie Taylor says beating Chantelle Cameron to become a two-weight undisputed champion was the best night of her career.

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Friday, 24 November 2023

How ‘Terms of Endearment’ Brought a Mother and Daughter Closer


By Dina Gachman from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/KDRjd60

HSBC mobile banking down for thousands across UK

The firm is investigating the problem, which comes on the busy shopping day Black Friday.

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Thursday, 23 November 2023

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Last-minute snag delays rescue of trapped workers

Operations have resumed after rescuers cut through a steel obstacle that delayed them for a few hours.

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Rat plague spreads to Australia's fishing towns

With more wet weather expected for Queensland, some people believe the worst is yet to come.

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Wembley arch to be lit only for football and entertainment under new FA policy

Wembley's arch will only be lit for football and entertainment under a new policy approved by the board of the Football Association.

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Synthetic opioids: Largest ever UK seizure made by police

About 150,000 tablets of a drug called Nitazene were found in a factory set up in north London.

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Wednesday, 22 November 2023

A Guide to Long-Term Care Insurance


By Jordan Rau from NYT Health https://ift.tt/iQOwEku

Can writing a diary protect your mental health?

Sir Patrick Vallance's "brain dumps" morphed into damning public critiques - but are diaries therapeutic?

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Tuesday, 21 November 2023

Your Rewards Card Is Actually Bad for You, and for Everyone Else


By James Robinson and Emily Holzknecht from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/FPKwhUa

Wisconsin Court Hears Case That Could Upend State Politics


By Julie Bosman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/ZdNpP4V

A change in the weather - is there snow on the way?

After a mild and wet autumn so far, colder conditions are on the way for the UK. But just how cold will it get?

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Monday, 20 November 2023

On Patmos, in Greece, a Very Old House Gets a Colorful New Life


By Kurt Soller, Bastian Achard and Christopher Garis from NYT T Magazine https://ift.tt/CBUMoRO

Burna Boy and Rema win inaugural Billboard Afrobeats awards

The Nigerian artists are the first winners in the new category at the Billboard Music Awards in the US.

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Sunday, 19 November 2023