Friday, September 30, 2022

Yusuf al-Qaradawi, Influential Muslim Scholar, Dies at 96


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Withholding College Transcripts for Loan Payment Is ‘Abusive,’ Agency Says


By BY MEREDITH KOLODNER from NYT Business https://ift.tt/0sogF8t
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Hull City 0-2 Luton Town: Hatters consign managerless hosts to home defeat

Luton Town inflict a sixth Championship defeat of the season on Hull City, who sacked manager Shota Arveladze just hours before kick-off.

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Rare tree dormouse not seen for 20 years found in Austria

Researchers hope to learn more about the species, found in a Salzburg forest, before it goes into hibernation.

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Moscow Pounds Regions in Eastern Ukraine, Then Declares Them Part of Russia


By BY ANDREW E. KRAMER from NYT World https://ift.tt/Wt3SUHs
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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Your Thursday Evening Briefing


By BY MATTHEW CULLEN from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/pwiaVv2
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Google to close Stadia cloud service and refund gamers

Stadia allows players to stream games online without owning a console.

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F.D.A. Approves A.L.S. Treatment Despite Questions About Effectiveness


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Ukraine-Russia war: US army doctor and wife charged with Russia spying

The army major doctor and her wife, a civilian doctor, are charged over plans to leak health information.

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U.S. decries Russian move to annex parts of Ukraine as a ‘land grab.’


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Mini-budget: PM to meet head of OBR following market turmoil

Liz Truss and the Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng will meet the independent forecaster the OBR on Friday.

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Powerful Category 4 Hurricane Ian Slams Florida


By BY TAYLOR TURNER, EMMA COTT, ANG LI AND REX SAKAMOTO from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/vpNVHCu
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Your Thursday Briefing: Iran Strikes Kurds in Iraq


By BY AMELIA NIERENBERG from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/iPT5Cbk
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Heavy rain could cause toxic waste spills at industrial sites in Ian’s path.


By BY WINSTON CHOI-SCHAGRIN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/F1WCmbc
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World Cup 2022: Denmark to wear 'toned down' jerseys in protest at hosts Qatar

Denmark will wear "toned down" jerseys for the World Cup to protest against Qatar's human rights record and treatment of migrant workers.

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Left in the Dark After Hurricane Ian, Cuba Begins Restoring Power.


By BY CAMILA ACOSTA AND MARIA ABI-HABIB from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Iz5MgQD
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Illustration released of unidentified woman who drowned in Thames

Locate International is hoping to jog the memories of people in London in 1977 to solve the case.

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022


By BY THE NEW YORK TIMES from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Ry9fJpW
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Three Spots to Try if You Don’t Mind a Line


By BY NIKITA RICHARDSON from NYT Food https://ift.tt/gN4ewzV
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‘A Concert of Parents Wrapped in Memories’: Readers on ‘Goodnight Moon’


By BY ELISABETH EGAN from NYT Books https://ift.tt/WEDS74j
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Truss Takes a Bold Economic Gamble. Will It Sink Her Government?


By BY MARK LANDLER from NYT World https://ift.tt/WvApuFz
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The Florida Keys will be dealing with storm surge days after Hurricane Ian passes.


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Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight hints at new series

Steven Knight says the show could return with new writers, taking the story into the 1950s.

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Ukraine war round-up: Disputed referendums and gas leak allegations

Russia is poised to annex Ukrainian regions, while Ukraine blames Moscow for gas pipeline damage.

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Monday, September 26, 2022

Canada Is Removing Strict Covid-19 Restrictions for Travelers


By BY REMY TUMIN from NYT World https://ift.tt/hyc0SWv
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Your Tuesday Briefing: Italy’s Turn to the Right


By BY JONATHAN WOLFE from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/oMDeJyj
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In a Korean Best Seller, Women Have Biases, but No Options


By BY IMOGEN WEST-KNIGHTS from NYT Books https://ift.tt/PQGfgSd
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Why is NASA crashing into an asteroid?


By BY KENNETH CHANG from NYT Science https://ift.tt/OCKhQXe
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When will DART crash, and how can I watch it?


By BY KENNETH CHANG from NYT Science https://ift.tt/V15Mxu6
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From The Tilt: The Times revisits an influential book and the notion that demographics are destiny.


By BY NATE COHN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/kh3CuFW
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White House Student Loan Forgiveness Could Cost About $400 Billion


By BY KATIE ROGERS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/K9mfkEQ
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Canada to end Covid vaccine travel requirements,make ArriveCan app optional

US vaccine mandate remains in place. Lawmakers have urged Joe Biden to follow in Canada's footsteps.

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Sunday, September 25, 2022

Giorgia Meloni: Far-right leader on course to run Italy

Giorgia Meloni aims to be Italy's first female PM and vehemently rejects any link to fascism.

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Beto O’Rourke on Abbott’s Dehumanizing Stunts and Why He Hopes an Upset Looms in Texas


By BY CHARLES M. BLOW from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/napifyF
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Giorgia Meloni: Far-right leader on course to run Italy

Giorgia Meloni aims to be Italy's first female PM and vehemently rejects any link to fascism.

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Italy's far right set to win election - exit poll

Giorgia Meloni is on course to become Italy's first female PM, exit polls say.

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Two Americans return home months after being captured fighting in Ukraine.


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Nations League: Wales relegated after losing to Poland in Cardiff

Wales are relegated from the top tier of the Nations League after they are beaten at home by Poland.

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Saturday, September 24, 2022

Take Two


By BY CAITLIN LOVINGER from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/A89sOe1
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The Papers: New Year tax cuts and Labour's 'green growth' plan

Following the controversial mini-budget, Sunday's papers report on the PM's plans for more tax cuts.

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Two Renovated Museums Offer a Peek at Spy Secrets — at Least for Some


By BY JULIAN E. BARNES from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/oGXlSNK
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Pharoah Sanders: Jazz legend dies aged 81

Sanders was known for his expressive style and played with some of the great names in jazz.

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‘They Have Nothing to Lose’: Why Young Iranians Are Rising Up Once Again


By BY VIVIAN YEE AND FARNAZ FASSIHI from NYT World https://ift.tt/h9Vk8Oj
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At least 745 people are detained in protests across Russia.


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Scotland 2-1 Republic of Ireland: Ryan Christie late penalty gives hosts win

Scotland need a point away to Ukraine on Tuesday to win Nations League Group B1 after a stirring comeback victory over Republic of Ireland at Hampden.

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Friday, September 23, 2022

Will Anyone Give ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ a Chance?


By BY CARINA CHOCANO from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/Pmu0WoM
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Meet the opponents for Federer and Nadal: Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock.


By BY CHRISTOPHER CLAREY from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/yIxANP9
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Tropical Storm Hermine Forms


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Iran protests: US to ease internet curbs for Iranians

The move comes after Iran tries to clamp down on internet freedom to stamp out widespread protests.

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Iran protests: US to ease internet curbs for Iranians

The move comes after Iran tries to clamp down on internet freedom to stamp out widespread protests.

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Global Markets Tumble as Recession Fears Return


By BY JOE RENNISON, ESHE NELSON AND ISABELLA SIMONETTI from NYT Business https://ift.tt/djk7fPT
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Thursday, September 22, 2022

Church of England bars Desmond Tutu's daughter from leading funeral

The Church of England would not allow her to take the funeral because she is married to a woman.

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Dozens of migrants killed as boat sinks off Syrian coast

The boats carrying more than 100 people had set off from near the Lebanese port city of Tripoli.

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Dozens of migrants killed as boat sinks off Syrian coast

The boats carrying more than 100 people had set off from near the Lebanese port city of Tripoli.

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Does the world want to stop smoking?


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Iran headscarf: Raisi says police custody death must be investigated

The death of a woman who allegedly broke headscarf rules sparks the worst unrest in recent years.

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With a Sound Forged in War, Iannis Xenakis Embraced Chaos


By BY JIRI SLABIHOUDEK from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/DjfUSsV
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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Regulators Accuse Amazon of Singling Out Union Organizers for Discipline


By BY NOAM SCHEIBER from NYT Business https://ift.tt/A9rfphB
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For Roger Federer, London Is a Sensible End to a Long Career


By BY CHRISTOPHER CLAREY from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/GOcLY90
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House Passes Overhaul of Electoral Count, Moving to Avert Another Jan. 6 Crisis


By BY CARL HULSE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/n0m2f9v
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What Is Legionnaires’ Disease and How Can I Protect Myself?


By BY KNVUL SHEIKH from NYT Well https://ift.tt/QOI8omN
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Read the lawsuit


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'Truly remarkable' drug helps motor neurone disease

Scientists say they have slowed and partially reversed damage, marking a "new era" in the disease.

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Senate Ratifies Pact to Curb a Broad Category of Potent Greenhouse Gases


By BY LISA FRIEDMAN AND CORAL DAVENPORT from NYT Climate https://ift.tt/oZxJRMT
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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

‘Beetlejuice’ to Close on Broadway


By BY MICHAEL PAULSON from NYT Theater https://ift.tt/mGwdxb8
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Putin kept Russia and the world waiting hours for a speech that never happened.


By BY ANTON TROIANOVSKI from NYT World https://ift.tt/KcAHwEY
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Why is Russia calling 'votes' in occupied Ukraine?

Russia is losing its war in Ukraine and now four regions say they will hold self-styled referendums.

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Dates With a Book, Meals for Roller Skaters and More Reader Requests


By BY NIKITA RICHARDSON from NYT Food https://ift.tt/K2YR8Pd
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U.S. Shores Up Ukraine Support as Energy Crisis in Europe Looms


By BY CHRIS CAMERON AND HELENE COOPER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/oafGQFj
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M62 shooting: Armed officer 'leant out of car and shot Yassar Yaqub'

The inquest hears how an armed officer shot Yassar Yaqub on the M62 near Huddersfield.

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Monday, September 19, 2022

Your Monday Evening Briefing


By BY MATTHEW CULLEN from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/i41vP2F
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Mahsa Amini: Iran police say woman's death was 'unfortunate'

Mahsa Amini, 22, collapsed after being held by morality police for allegedly breaking hijab rules.

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Law Enforcement Funding Package Splits Democrats Ahead of Midterm Elections


By BY ANNIE KARNI AND STEPHANIE LAI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/8pgXEOy
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Adnan Syed: Conviction overturned in Serial podcast murder case

Prosecutors last week asked the court to vacate the conviction and release Syed pending a retrial.

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In a Season of Frustration, the Brewers Are Still Fighting


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Tremor shakes Mexico City on quake anniversary

The 7.6 magnitude quake hit Mexico as the country marked the 2017 and 1985 shocks left thousands dead.

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Sunday, September 18, 2022

It’s not just princes and presidents. The guest list for the queen’s funeral also includes everyday heroes.


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Queen Elizabeth's funeral: Order of service

The service will pay tribute to the Queen's "remarkable reign", Buckingham Palace says,

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Hurricane Fiona knocks out Puerto Rico electricity

The US island's population of 3.3 million loses electricity as Hurricane Fiona makes landfall.

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Sending Out an S.O.S.


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Davis Cup: Andy Murray hopes still to be selected for Great Britain

Andy Murray says he hopes to "still be selected for the Davis Cup in the future" after he helped Great Britain to a 2-1 victory over Kazakhstan.

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Saturday, September 17, 2022

Police call for calm amid Leicester disorder

A witness said hundreds of people had filled the streets, as police issue dispersal orders.

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The Papers: 'Together for Granny' and 'surrounded by love'

A vigil for the Queen held by Princes Harry and William and their cousins leads Sunday's front pages.

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Haiti riots: Calls for calm after days of anti-government violence and looting

Protests rage after an end to government subsidies sends fuel prices soaring.

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Kevin M. Cahill, 86, Dies; Tropical Disease Expert With a Political Bent


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Israel confirms it killed Hamas leader Haniyeh in Tehran in July

Ismail Haniyeh was Hamas's most prominent leader until his death in July. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wRnvGdP