Wednesday, 30 April 2025

Starbucks to hire more baristas in bid to win back customers

The move to increase staff numbers comes as the coffee shop giant continues to see sales fall.

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McIlroy to play Scottish Open before Portrush bid

Rory McIlroy will play the Scottish Open at the Renaissance Club as part of his preparations for the Open Championship in his native Northern Ireland this summer.

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Tuesday, 29 April 2025

Food by candlelight and no showers at Madrid Open

Food by candlelight and being rescued from a lift - how the Spanish national power cut impacted the Madrid Open.

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Monday, 28 April 2025

Falcons apologise to Sanders over prank call

The Atlanta Falcons apologise to Shedeur Sanders after their defensive co-ordinator's son helps to prank call the quarterback during the NFL Draft.

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This Premier League win feels 'more special' - Salah

Top scorer Mohamed Salah says Liverpool winning this season's Premier League title feels "more special" than their 2020 win.

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Sunday, 27 April 2025

The Church of the Open Road


By Colum McCann from NYT Style https://ift.tt/0c17X6z

'Tech entrepreneur took our money but failed to deliver our start-up dreams'

One client of Josh Adler re-mortgaged their home, another spent life savings to pay for websites and apps.

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Saturday, 26 April 2025

Points then pints for Wolves boss Pereira

Wolves manager Vitor Pereira speaks to BBC Sport's Kelly Somers about life in England, forward Matheus Cunha and enjoying a drink with fans after a game.

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Friday, 25 April 2025

Water bosses could now face jail for cover-ups

New powers mean law-breaking executives can be sent to prison for up to two years.

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Thursday, 24 April 2025

Connections Companion No. 684


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Newcastle's Howe back at work after hospital stay

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is back at work after a stay in hospital with pneumonia.

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Wednesday, 23 April 2025

My career has been hit by standing up to Barton - Aluko

Former England striker Eni Aluko says her broadcasting career has been damaged because of her ongoing legal case with ex-Newcastle and Manchester City midfielder Joey Barton.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PAb93kZ

Tuesday, 22 April 2025

'It must be amazing to get a standing ovation from the Man Utd fans'

Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards debate the best moments in Champions League history, with their minds drifting to when Brazil's Ronaldo wowed everyone with a hat-trick at Old Trafford in 2003.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3pFavMB

Monday, 21 April 2025

Is This Giving the People What They Want?


By Gail Collins and Bret Stephens from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/pQCsvWF

The 'phenomenal' race for Champions League spots

Mark Chapman, Alan Shearer and Ashley Williams discuss the nail-biting race to finish in the Premier League's top five spots and secure a place in next season's Champions League.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/AfGdjWm

Sunday, 20 April 2025

Wordle Review No. 1,402


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'Our dad's a teacher - this is how we deal with revision stress at home'

Three teenagers and their teacher dad give some top tips on how to survive the stressful exam period.

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Saturday, 19 April 2025

Ups, downs and race for Europe - what issues remain unresolved?

All you need to know about promotion, relegation and qualification for Europe in England and Scotland's top men's football leagues, and the Women's Super League.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OhgS9qe

Friday, 18 April 2025

Olympic legend shows no mercy to fellow parents at school sports day

The third-fastest woman in history, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, took part in sports day at her son's school in Jamaica.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uCQB4M9

Thursday, 17 April 2025

En EE. UU. , los paquetes de Shein y Temu tendrán nuevos y costosos cargos


By Sapna Maheshwari from NYT En español https://ift.tt/PR64SfW

Sexton to join Farrell's Lions backroom team

Former Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton joins Andy Farrell's British and Irish Lions coaching team for this summer's tour of Australia.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/VplzMQj

Wednesday, 16 April 2025

Could the Birmingham bin strike spread?

And, Vice-President JD Vance says there is a “good chance” of US-UK trade deal.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ruO6Nlo

Tuesday, 15 April 2025

The life, loss and legacy of Kevin Campbell

Wayne Rooney, Andrew Cole, Tyrese Campbell and more discuss the life and tragic death of former Arsenal and Everton striker Kevin Campbell.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ld7xuG3

Monday, 14 April 2025

Upstairs Downstairs actress Jean Marsh dies aged 90

The British star won an Emmy for her role in the Edwardian period TV drama she co-created in the 1970s.

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Sunday, 13 April 2025

Your guide to the 2025 Boat Race

Find out how to follow Sunday's Boat Race, who is competing, and who has won the most.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bp9MWja

What next for Pimblett after statement win?

Following Paddy Pimblett's impressive win over Michael Chandler at UFC 314, BBC Sport looks at who he might fight next.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/RWVXlYs

Saturday, 12 April 2025

Contenders ready - McIlroy, Rose & DeChambeau's weekend Masters plans

Rory McIlroy, Justin Rose and Bryson DeChambeau know winning the Green Jacket on Sunday depends on what happens between their ears.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z4QwpuS

Friday, 11 April 2025

South America proposes 64-team 2030 World Cup

South American governing body Conmebol proposes expanding the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ghFI6Ly

Thursday, 10 April 2025

PSG come from behind to claim impressive win over Villa

Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia score the pick of the goals to inspire PSG to a 3-1 comeback win over Aston Villa in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final at the Parc Des Princes.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/hjF89L2

Wednesday, 9 April 2025

These Super Fans of Trump Are Holding Out Against His Budget


By Catie Edmondson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/PZqYrXm

Farm fail: BBC reporter tries to bottle feed newborn lamb

It's lambing season, so BBC Breakfast decided to visit a farm to meet some of the new arrivals.

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Tuesday, 8 April 2025

Connections Companion No. 668


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Menendez brothers feel 'hope' for parole after decades in jail

The pair tell TMZ they are optimistic about their latest appeals over their parents' killing in 1996.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/e87PROB

Monday, 7 April 2025

Ecclestone keen to 'move on' from Hartley incident

England spinner Sophie Ecclestone says she has "moved on" and "learned from" her refusal to do an interview with Alex Hartley during the Women's Ashes.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/D8efv93

Sunday, 6 April 2025

Virginia Giuffre says she is in hospital after 'serious' car accident

A spokesperson tells the BBC Ms Giuffre "greatly appreciates the support and well wishes people are sending".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ytOu5iP

Saturday, 5 April 2025

Y para la señorita, unos laxantes


By Megan Williams from NYT En español https://ift.tt/H9uMP6d

'Brute power!' Niu beats four players to score brilliant try

Watch Leigh Leopards' Fanitesi Niu score a brilliant try in a win against Wakefield Trinity in the Challenge Cup.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/AwyCsvJ

Friday, 4 April 2025

Welcome to Birmingham, England — Mind the Rats


By Stephen Castle from NYT World https://ift.tt/lEtBsWS

South Korea's president has been removed from power: What happens now?

The constitutional court unanimously upheld the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/hA2yOS3

Thursday, 3 April 2025

Tarkowski should have seen red, says referee body

BBC Sport is told by the Premier League's refereeing body that James Tarkowski should have been sent off for his tackle on Alexis Mac Allister during Everton's defeat at Liverpool.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qH5aYyI

Wednesday, 2 April 2025

Latest Storm System Could Drop ‘Potentially Historic’ Rain on Central U.S.


By Nazaneen Ghaffar from NYT Weather https://ift.tt/Qo0UvxT

Islanders exposed to toxic chemicals should be offered blood treatment, report says

Scientists for Jersey's government have revealed steps to tackle the health impacts of private water supply contamination.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/8lXfjQx

Tuesday, 1 April 2025

Cory Booker Slams Trump’s Policies in Marathon Senate Floor Speech


By Mike Ives from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/uMtUVHj

Wisconsin court election poses key test for Musk as kingmaker

The priciest judicial contest in US history will indicate voter sentiment towards President Trump's billionaire ally.

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