Saturday, 30 September 2023

Three Jamie Wyeth Paintings Destroyed in a Maine Village Fire


By Sopan Deb from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/j8NbIJk

Slovakia elections: Liberals win against pro-Moscow party - exit polls

There were fears that victory for populist Robert Fico would end military support for Ukraine.

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It's bears versus robot wolves in ageing Japan

As bear attacks rise in Japan's sparsely populated villages, robot wolves have become a solution.

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After 7 Weeks in Burn Unit, Another Maui Fire Victim Dies


By Mike Baker from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/K2l1w4m

At Carter’s Birthday Party, Rescheduled in Case of Shutdown, a Wary Celebration


By Colbi Edmonds and Alessandro Marazzi Sassoon from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/VlU4TWH

Last supermoon of the year captured on camera

A space enthusiast in Kathmandu, Nepal films the spectacle with his mobile phone through a telescope.

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Friday, 29 September 2023

I Was Given a Ring as a Treasured Heirloom. Can I Sell It?


By Kwame Anthony Appiah from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/TDHpws1

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New York City: State of emergency declared over flash flooding

Subway systems in New York City have flooded and a terminal at LaGuardia Airport is closed.

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Thursday, 28 September 2023

China Uses ‘Deceptive’ Methods to Sow Disinformation, U.S. Says


By Steven Lee Myers from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/TqCL8hP

Trump loses bid to delay New York civil fraud trial

Mr Trump and three of his adult children are among witnesses who are expected to be called in the case.

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Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Trump and Biden woo striking workers in preview of 2024

The duelling appearances are an early skirmish in the battle for working Americans' vote next year.

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A Ukrainian military spokesman says Wagner fighters are returning to the eastern front.


By Gaya Gupta from NYT World https://ift.tt/l9mYya0

'It's good to be home,' after 371 days in space

Astronaut Frank Rubio now holds the record for the longest continuous space flight in US history.

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Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Amazon: US accuses online giant of illegal monopoly

The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon uses "unfair" and "illegal" strategies to keep power.

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Top Apple Executive Defends Favoring Google on iPhones


By Cecilia Kang and Tripp Mickle from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/pwuh0rq

Nagorno-Karabakh: Almost 30,000 refugees have fled to Armenia

The exodus comes as the Armenian prime minister warns of ethnic cleansing in the region.

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Monday, 25 September 2023

Taylor Swift attends Kansas City Chiefs game

Swift attended the game on invitation of Chiefs player Travis Kelce and watched it seated next to his mother.

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Tuesday Briefing: Hollywood Writers Reach a Deal


By Justin Porter from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/Y1BO7fg

Money for Ukraine at Center of Senate Bid to Avert Shutdown


By Carl Hulse and Catie Edmondson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/pHTrLma

South China Sea: Philippines Coast Guard cuts barrier

The Philippines says it has executed a "special operation" to remove a floating barrier in the South China Sea.

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Sunday, 24 September 2023

Saturday, 23 September 2023

Rare 'Dumbo' octopus filmed on deep sea live stream

An octopus with ear-like fins resembling the Disney character was filmed at a depth of more than 1,000 metres.

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Rebrandings


By Caitlin Lovinger from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/q3CQpAH

Fugitive Convicted of Attempted Murder Is Captured After 32 Years


By Orlando Mayorquin from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/75njdl2

TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'

The warning comes after a BBC investigation into disruption driven by the social media platform's algorithms.

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For Migrants in New York Shelters, 60-Day Limit Creates More Confusion


By Hurubie Meko from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3SuUhos

U.S. Provided Canada With Intelligence on Killing of Sikh Leader


By Julian E. Barnes and Ian Austen from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/ByPxZaD

Wednesday, 20 September 2023

Zelensky Tells U.N. Security Council It’s Useless While Russia Has a Veto


By Richard Pérez-Peña, Farnaz Fassihi and Michael Crowley from NYT World https://ift.tt/5BcD1CA

Armenia protests follow Nagorno-Karabakh ceasefire

Thousands of people take to the capital's streets, angry at how Armenia handled the crisis.

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McCarthy Puts Off Spending Votes, Stymied in Efforts to Avert a Shutdown


By Carl Hulse and Annie Karni from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/50GZlvC

Tuesday, 19 September 2023

Inflation Is Down, Disinflation Denial Is Soaring


By Paul Krugman from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/kM0TheO

Ukraine war: Russian 'evil cannot be trusted', Zelensky tells UN

The world must unite to end Russia's aggression, Ukraine's president tells the UN General Assembly.

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Monday, 18 September 2023

Tracking Hurricane Nigel


By William B. Davis, Madison Dong, John Keefe, Judson Jones and Bea Malsky from NYT World https://ift.tt/zruwNHo

India could be behind killing of Canadian Sikh - Trudeau

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead outside of a Sikh temple on 18 June in British Columbia.

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Sunday, 17 September 2023

Inside South Africa's Operation Dudula vigilantes: 'Why we hate foreigners'

BBC Africa Eye gains rare access to Operation Dudula, South Africa's prominent anti-migrant movement.

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Harmlessly Deceive


By Sam Corbin from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/40y2bBV

Libya: Greek rescuers among those killed in road collision

Members of a Libyan family also died in the crash and several other people were seriously injured.

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The Morning


By Unknown Author from NYT Home Page https://ift.tt/RvrzDyu

Libya floods: The bodies left unrecognisable by disaster

Doctors are struggling to identify the remains which have been found as the death toll rises.

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Monday Briefing: China and the U.S. Vie for Secrets


By Justin Porter from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/lHC1ZU2

Saturday, 16 September 2023

Sudan conflict: Risking lives to bury the dead in Omdurman

Zeinab Mohamed Salih writes about how dangerous it was to bury her grandmother in war-hit Sudan.

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Classical Music


By Caitlin Lovinger from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/BZh3OQX

Turin: Girl, 5, killed after Italian military jet crash

Video footage appears to show he pilot ejecting from the plane as it starts to fall from the sky.

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Generac Recalls About 64,000 Portable Generators for Fire and Burn Hazards


By Rebecca Carballo from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/cSMJHO3

Greece floods: Austrian honeymooners killed after holiday home swept away

DNA tests on two bodies recovered from the floods have confirmed their identities, Austria says.

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Mahsa Amini: Protesters mark one year since death of Iranian student

Thousands of people around the world have taken to the streets to mark the anniversary of her death

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Union and 3 Detroit Automakers Resume Talks


By Neal E. Boudette from NYT Business https://ift.tt/UN3ryW7

Friday, 15 September 2023

Wednesday, 13 September 2023

On View: A Coffin That Connects Multiple Black Histories


By Shirley Ngozi Nwangwa from NYT T Magazine https://ift.tt/2WkBsSc

Princess Martha Louise: Norway's princess sets date to wed shaman

The self-proclaimed shaman and the princess are known for their controversial alternative beliefs.

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Monday, 11 September 2023

Hundreds Feared Dead in Severe Libya Flooding


By Mohammed Abdusamee and Isabella Kwai from NYT World https://ift.tt/tPWDcd4

Russia targeted civilian cargo ship with cruise missile - UK

UK officials say Moscow fired at the ship in Odesa port, with the attack stopped by air defences.

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Sunday, 10 September 2023

Spain’s Top Soccer Official Resigns Over Unwanted World Cup Kiss


By Michael Wolgelenter and Rachel Chaundler from NYT World https://ift.tt/LAIQhTM

Here’s how Djokovic and Medvedev reached the final.


By Jesus Jiménez from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2FrWCRf

The other winners at the U.S. Open.


By Sara Ziegler from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/n5HlfLA

Far from Morocco, relatives and friends rally to send money and supplies home.


By Isabella Kwai and Aurelien Breeden from NYT World https://ift.tt/Oqd1Y3t

Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis Address Leniency Letters in Danny Masterson Rape Case


By Chris Cameron from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/r2lRgIN

Plan to see some famous faces in the crowd.


By Lola Fadulu from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/dTpSeNy

Spanish FA president Rubiales to resign over kiss

Luis Rubiales resigns as president of the Spanish Football Federation after widespread criticism for kissing forward Jenni Hermoso at the Women's World Cup.

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