Monday 31 July 2023

Gallium and germanium: What China’s new move in microchip war means for world

The world's second largest economy is putting controls on gallium and germanium exports.

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Alicia Cox


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Unesco recommends adding Venice to endangered list

Italian authorities are failing to protect the city from over tourism and climate change, Unesco says.

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Sunday 30 July 2023

Saturday 29 July 2023

Europe fires: How Canadair pilots battle the Mediterranean blazes

Water bombers have become a cornerstone of the fight – but flying them requires courage and skill.

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Nicolás Petro, hijo del presidente de Colombia, es detenido por una investigación de lavado de activos


By Genevieve Glatsky from NYT En español https://ift.tt/dCAWsgr

Why it's getting easier to be a single mum in China

How rule changes and financial independence is helping unmarried women to keep their babies.

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WeChat: Why does Elon Musk want X to emulate China's everything-app?

Musk is an admirer of Chinese mega-app WeChat, which combines messaging, social media, finances, dating, and more.

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welcome to the weekender


By Unknown Author from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/6lpvZXR

Trader Joe’s Recalls Cookies and Falafel Because They ‘May Contain Rocks’


By Rebecca Carballo from NYT Business https://ift.tt/QKURXGf

Friday 28 July 2023

The Essential Patricia Highsmith


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Lee Meng-chu: Taiwan businessman accused of spying in China is freed

A Taiwanese businessman's ordeal in China has underscored escalating tensions.

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Sudha Murty: Why her comment over spoons divided Indians

Sudha Murty's life has been under increased scrutiny since son-in-law Rishi Sunak became PM of Britain.

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Yevgeny Prigozhin: From Putin’s ‘Chef’ to His Biggest Threat


By Nikolay Nikolov, Ruru Kuo and James Surdam from NYT World https://ift.tt/2rvjzV8

Wednesday 26 July 2023

Lawmakers and Former Officials Press for Answers on U.F.O.s


By Helene Cooper from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/AmQRH8f

Fed raises rates after a pause and leaves door open to more.


By Jeanna Smialek from NYT Business https://ift.tt/T3vq5Ml

Vi ‘Barbie’ con una de las feministas más importantes del mundo


By Jessica Bennett from NYT En español https://ift.tt/ayN5Rek

Protest Scene Removed From Jason Aldean ‘Try That in a Small Town’ Video


By Remy Tumin from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/JzpyLvt

Elon Musk tweet boosts vaccine conspiracies targeting LeBron James' son

The basketball legend's son Bronny James suffered a cardiac arrest on Monday.

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Joe Lewis: UK tycoon bailed in US fraud case but can't use superyacht

A $300m bond for Tottenham Hotspur tycoon Joe Lewis is secured by his luxury boat and private jets.

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Monday 24 July 2023

Helicopter finds missing toddler in soybean field

Aerial and infrared cameras helped locate and rescue a three-year-old boy who was missing for hours

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Jason Aldean, Decrying ‘Cancel Culture,’ Has a No. 2 Hit


By Ben Sisario from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/J1fHulp

Sunday 23 July 2023

Saturday 22 July 2023

Africa unmasked at the Tate: The continent through its own lens

The Tate showcases Africa's past, present and future through the lenses of artists from the continent.

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Aural Surgery


By Caitlin Lovinger from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/7lKjFHB

Four Are Missing After Severe Flooding in Nova Scotia


By Rebecca Carballo from NYT World https://ift.tt/F0NcH3T

Mexico: Arson attack at bar on US border leaves 11 dead

A manhunt is underway after a man set fire to a bar after he was kicked out, officials say.

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Stars Muted No More at British Open, Rahm Roars Up Leaderboard


By Alan Blinder from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/mB8Gci1

Friday 21 July 2023

Transmitting Shakespeare to the Next Generation


By Christopher Kuo from NYT Theater https://ift.tt/HNcZ42g

Seven AI companies agree to safeguards in the US

White House says it's a 'critical step' towards the responsible development of the technology.

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Thursday 20 July 2023

Tupac Shakur: Police seize hard drives and laptops at house

Police search the home of a man who says he was inside the car with the person who shot the rapper.

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Wheat prices remain high as concern grows about Black Sea instability and disruption to the grain supply.


By Jenny Gross from NYT Business https://ift.tt/tIpPMqG

Hollywood strike: Actors accuse NBCUniversal of turning up heat with tree row

A film studio cut trees that had given striking actors and writers shade during blazing temperatures.

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Tuesday 18 July 2023

Saturday 15 July 2023

Your pictures on the theme of 'my hometown'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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The Game Is Afoot


By Caitlin Lovinger from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/YoUSAQf

Recuperé mi vida amorosa en medio de la basura


By Elizabeth Endicott from NYT En español https://ift.tt/H5TzCYb

John Kerry in Beijing: Can US and China set aside rivalry for climate action?

The two biggest economies and polluters need to work together to avert the crisis, experts say.

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The Southwest Braces for Record-Breaking Heat


By Orlando Mayorquin from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/iTY5vJW

With a Centrist Manifesto, No Labels Pushes Its Presidential Bid Forward


By Jonathan Weisman and Luke Broadwater from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/rZ3vyAw

Thursday 13 July 2023

Wednesday 12 July 2023

Tuesday 11 July 2023

See How Much Rain Fell in the Northeast


By Judson Jones and Lazaro Gamio from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/ZlDh0yg

Jury rules document found in Aretha Franklin's couch is valid will

A jury rules that a hand-written document found in Aretha Franklin's couch is a valid will to her estate.

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Sunday 9 July 2023

Byju's: The unravelling of India's most valued start-up

Once a darling of investors, Byju's is struggling to retain their confidence after a series of setbacks.

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The rush for nickel: 'They are destroying our future'

Campaigners in the world’s largest nickel producer, Indonesia, warn mining is threatening their way of life.

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Heavy Rains Set Off Flash Flooding in Wide Sections of New York


By Eduardo Medina and Livia Albeck-Ripka from NYT New York https://ift.tt/iUJbmQn

Man Is Charged With Murder in Random Scooter Shooting Spree


By Chelsia Rose Marcius, Maria Cramer and Nate Schweber from NYT New York https://ift.tt/DWR7s5M

Overdue Book Is Returned to a Library After Nearly 120 Years


By Orlando Mayorquin from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/kFzDYdh