Word of the Day: atavistic

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via IFTTT Word of the Day: atavistic This word has appeared in 10 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence? The Learning Network New York Times January 25, 2024 at 06:00PM

After Days of Waiting, Trump Spends Minutes on the Witness Stand

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via IFTTT After Days of Waiting, Trump Spends Minutes on the Witness Stand The former president, constrained by a judge’s orders, testified briefly in a defamation trial brought by the writer E. Jean Carroll. New York New York Times January 24, 2024 at 06:00PM

China warns citizens against 'exotic beauty' traps of foreign spies

Beijing cites story of Chinese man who fell prey to a honey trap by foreign spies.

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Woman rescued after 14 hours atop submerged car

The woman had driven into an engorged creek and survived by climbing on her flipped car and waiting overnight to be found.

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Deloitte Money League: Real Madrid overtake treble winners Manchester City to top table

Real Madrid overtake Manchester City to become the highest revenue generating football club, according to analysis by Deloitte.

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Hinted tax cuts will be difficult in weak economy - IFS

Promises of tax cuts during election campaigns may have to be rolled back amid economic issues, a new report warns.

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Why Was Greta Gerwig Snubbed for a Best Director Nomination?

By Kyle Buchanan from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/SkxyfGF
via IFTTT Why Was Greta Gerwig Snubbed for a Best Director Nomination? “Barbie” scored a best-picture nomination and scooped up eight nods overall. Several factors could have led to Gerwig’s omission. Movies New York Times January 22, 2024 at 06:00PM

Ukrainian born named Miss Japan re-ignites debate on what it means to be Japanese

A beauty queen has once again re-ignited a debate on what it means to be Japanese.

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Footballer Michael Owen on sight loss: 'I'd swap eyes with my son if I could'

The father and son on getting to grips with a degenerative eye condition.

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Government borrowing lower than expected in December

Public borrowing fell to £7.8bn last month, according to the latest official figures.

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Critics Protest Harvard’s Choice to Lead Antisemitism Task Force

By Anemona Hartocollis from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/lxhYLVQ
via IFTTT Critics Protest Harvard’s Choice to Lead Antisemitism Task Force Bill Ackman and Lawrence Summers decried the choice of Derek J. Penslar, a professor of Jewish history, who had signed a letter describing Israel as an apartheid regime. U.S. New York Times January 21, 2024 at 06:00PM

Putin's latest challenge? Protesting military wives

A group of Russian women are making rare public demands for reservists to return from the front line.

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Watch moment tree falls on car in Storm Isha

CCTV footage shows a tree landing on a car in Lochwinnoch as high winds batter the country.

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Boeing 737-900ER: Second model to be inspected after 737 Max 9 blowout

The US regulator says the 737-900ER fleet uses the same door design as the grounded 737 Max 9s.

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Medics told not to report illegal abortions to police

The Royal College of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians says women are being wrongly prosecuted.

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Storm Isha: High winds smash glass garden table in Kent

CCTV captures the spectacular moment a glass table is smashed as the UK sees winds of up to 90mph (145km/h).

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Jerusalem: Armenian Christians fight controversial land deal

Armenian Christians are trying to block a deal to redevelop their part of the holy city.

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What Are We So Afraid Of? Here’s the Expert to Ask.

By Matt Richtel from NYT Science https://ift.tt/O57emRD
via IFTTT What Are We So Afraid Of? Here’s the Expert to Ask. Christopher Bader studies Americans’ prevailing fears. If you guessed “clowns,” you’re not entirely wrong. Science New York Times January 18, 2024 at 06:00PM

Even if They Didn’t Apply, Some Students Get College Admission Offers

By Ann Carrns from NYT Your Money https://ift.tt/RKM2UbD
via IFTTT Even if They Didn’t Apply, Some Students Get College Admission Offers “Direct admission” is increasingly being offered to high school seniors who meet minimum academic qualifications. The participating schools are eager for more applicants. Your Money New York Times January 18, 2024 at 06:00PM

Norwich: Investigations continue after family found dead

The bodies of a 45-year-old man, woman, 36, and two young girls were discovered inside a house.

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Jennifer Lopez surprises drag queen performing as her

Jo Lopez, a drag artist in California, had just finished his show when the superstar snuck onto the stage behind him.

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The G.O.P.’s ‘Nasty’ New Religion

By Frank Bruni from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/9qUufph
via IFTTT The G.O.P.’s ‘Nasty’ New Religion Bullying is boldness. Spite is strength. Opinion New York Times January 17, 2024 at 06:00PM

Bronson Battersby's sister does not blame social services for his death

Two-year-old Bronson Battersby is believed to have starved after his father suffered a fatal heart attack.

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As if We Didn’t Have Enough to Frighten Us …

By Nicholas Kristof from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/nrqEa0Q
via IFTTT As if We Didn’t Have Enough to Frighten Us … North Korea is acting strangely, and some veteran analysts fear war. Opinion New York Times January 16, 2024 at 06:00PM

Watch: Armed man in clown mask robs store

CCTV footage shows a man waving what appears to be a gun and threatening an employee in Australia.

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Stormont stalemate: Deadline to restore Northern Ireland Executive to expire

Breaching the deadline creates a legal duty for an early NI election but it has been pushed back several times before.

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Chris Mason: Crunch day for the Rwanda asylum bill

Rishi Sunak is about to find out how many of his MPs are willing to vote down his flagship policy.

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Guinness World Records reviews 'world's oldest dog' title

Guinness World Records is reviewing whether a Portuguese dog called Bobi actually lived to 31 years.

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Apple overtakes Samsung as world's biggest phonemaker

iPhones made up a fifth of phones shipped last year, according to shipment data from the International Data Corporation.

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See the Looks From the Emmys Red Carpet

By The Styles Desk from NYT Style https://ift.tt/M3Dv4xy
via IFTTT See the Looks From the Emmys Red Carpet Stars brought fringe, floral and skin to the 75th Emmy Awards. Style New York Times January 14, 2024 at 06:00PM

Emmy Winners: The Full List

By Rachel Sherman from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/WQ3m5da
via IFTTT Emmy Winners: The Full List Here are the winners from the 75th Emmy Awards, which took place Monday night. Arts New York Times January 14, 2024 at 06:00PM

Two British brothers 'should be banned from Switzerland' for museum heist

Prosecutors say the two British men should be jailed for stealing 14th Century Ming Dynasty artefacts.

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US condemns Iran for 'reckless' attacks on Iraq

Iran says it struck Israeli "spy headquarters" in northern Iraq with ballistic missiles.

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Zayn Malik: Fans rejoice at ex-One Direction member's Urdu single

The British singer has hopped on a remake of Tu Hai Kahan by Pakistani band Aur.

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100 days of Gaza war: The scale of destruction

Drone shots taken in Gaza show the extent of destruction in the enclave after 100 days of war.

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Dog stolen from Newark found 200 miles away after appeal

The charity which helped track down the missing German Shepherd say his owners are "over the moon".

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Brunei's 'hot prince' formally married in 10-day celebration

Prince Abdul Mateen waves at well-wishers from an open-top Rolls Royce as he weds Yang Mulia Anisha Rosnah.

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Many Older Immigrants in New York Are Struggling: ‘I Have No Future’

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via IFTTT Many Older Immigrants in New York Are Struggling: ‘I Have No Future’ Immigrants are the majority of New York City’s 65-and-over population. Many have no nest egg, and some are coping with social isolation. New York New York Times January 12, 2024 at 06:00PM

Iran must tell Houthis to cease and desist, says Grant Shapps

The UK defence secretary says the world is "running out of patience" with attacks.

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Taiwan election: Why the outcome matters to the world

It will redefine Taiwan's relationship with China and have implications for key allies like the US.

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The Regional War No One Wanted Is Here. How Wide Will It Get?

By Steven Erlanger, David E. Sanger, Farnaz Fassihi and Ronen Bergman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/gnJ2ULA
via IFTTT The Regional War No One Wanted Is Here. How Wide Will It Get? With the U.S.-led attacks in Yemen, there is no longer a question of whether the Israel-Hamas war will escalate into a wider conflict. The question is whether it can be contained. U.S. New York Times January 11, 2024 at 06:00PM

Risk of snow in the UK next week

Forecasters are warning of very cold weather going into next week, with Arctic winds set to chill.

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Pliosaur discovery: Dorset fossil attracts record visitors to museum

More than 4,800 people have come to see the skull that featured in a BBC documentary last week.

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U.S. Missiles Strike Targets in Yemen Linked to the Houthi Militia

By Eric Schmitt and Helene Cooper from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/KPpWjR5
via IFTTT U.S. Missiles Strike Targets in Yemen Linked to the Houthi Militia The American-led strikes came in response to more than two dozen Houthi drone and missile attacks against commercial shipping in the Red Sea since the Israel-Hamas war began. U.S. New York Times January 10, 2024 at 06:00PM

Dorset family say they were 'shocked' at dog eating hairbands

Two-year-old Ham had a stomach full of hairbands that were removed by a Dorset vet.

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Breathing Their Way to an Altered State

By Ernesto Londoño from NYT Style https://ift.tt/iPbrCKc
via IFTTT Breathing Their Way to an Altered State As psychedelics move from the underground to mainstream medicine, clinicians aspiring to work in the field are inducing altered states with deep breathing. Style New York Times January 8, 2024 at 06:00PM

Haley and DeSantis trade insults in heated debate

The Republican candidates traded insults and clashed on key issues just days before the Iowa caucuses.

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Lloyd Austin: Pentagon reveals US defence secretary had prostate cancer surgery

Lloyd Austin is under fire after it emerged even the White House did not learn of his hospital visit until three days later.

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Bitcoin ETF: Cryptocurrency swings as watchdog X account 'compromised'

US regulators are expected to make an announcement on new Bitcoin investment instruments this week.

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E-bike rider caught cycling along the M25 at Potters Bar

As e-bikes cannot be ridden on the M25 - or any other motorway - the vehicle is seized by police.

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Chairman of Florida Republican Party Is Ousted Amid Scandal

By Patricia Mazzei from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/FPCliYK
via IFTTT Chairman of Florida Republican Party Is Ousted Amid Scandal Gov. Ron DeSantis and Senator Rick Scott had called for the resignation of the chairman, Christian Ziegler, who is being investigated for sexual assault. U.S. New York Times January 7, 2024 at 06:00PM

2024 Golden Globes: Photos From the Red Carpet

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via IFTTT 2024 Golden Globes: Photos From the Red Carpet All the best looks from the first major award show of the year. Style New York Times January 6, 2024 at 06:00PM

Plane part lost in dramatic mid-air blowout found

Portland schoolteacher named "Bob" finds door plug that blew off Alaska Airlines plane in mid-air drama in his backyard, US officials say

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How the Met took down the kingpins of organised crime

The inside story of a team who helped to bring down major crime figures in London.

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Defense Secretary Kept White House in the Dark About His Hospitalization

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via IFTTT Defense Secretary Kept White House in the Dark About His Hospitalization Lloyd J. Austin III issued a statement Saturday night saying, “I take full responsibility for my decision about disclosure.” U.S. New York Times January 5, 2024 at 06:00PM

Watchdog to assess claims against pensions minister Paul Maynard

Paul Maynard is accused of using taxpayer money to fund Conservative Party work and campaigning.

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Joseph Lelyveld, Former Top Editor of The New York Times, Dies at 86

By Robert D. McFadden from NYT Business https://ift.tt/fyBeuF3
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Alaska Airlines plane lands in Portland after losing window

Alaska Airlines "temporarily" grounds all 65 of its 737 Max 9 aircraft to conduct inspections.

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Why People Are Camping Out at Target for the Valentine’s Stanley Tumbler

By Sopan Deb from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/ivfP8kT
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Cold weather to last a week as flooding continues

Authorities have has warned of "significant" flooding on Saturday, while temperatures could drop below freezing.

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Jeffrey Epstein: Second batch of documents released

The legal files contain further references to the UK's Prince Andrew and ex-US President Bill Clinton.

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Tree cameras capture rare pine martens

A Shropshire group is helping the critically endangered animals to flourish in the county.

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Washed-up handbag back with owner 30 years later

The bag was stolen in 1993 in Aberdeen but the owner was found after a schoolgirl's beach discovery.

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Oops - can you spot the missing letter on city's new road sign?

The council says the new sign will be replaced and apologised for the error.

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What the Civil War Was About

By Paul Krugman from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/WemUlOu
via IFTTT What the Civil War Was About Yes, it was about slavery — and slavery was driven by greed. Opinion New York Times January 1, 2024 at 06:00PM

Hundreds of flood warnings in place and rail disruption set to continue in wake of Storm Henk

The storm brought gusts of up to 81mph, causing widespread travel disruption, flooding and power cuts.

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Ukraine war: Blasts reported in Russian city Belgorod and occupied Crimea

Russian officials say Belgorod, where 25 people were killed on Saturday, came under a new attack.

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Poem for lost WW2 airmen shared with their relatives

The verse is discovered more than 80 years after being written.

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China’s BYD closer to taking Tesla's electric car top spot

Elon Musk's Tesla is due to release quarterly production and delivery figures on Tuesday.

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Esports: Ambition to hold major gaming event in Wales

Fans and organisers say Wales could host a major competitive gaming event.

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The Arc of Britney Spears Bends Toward Justice

By Andi Zeisler from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/fTgRYLp
via IFTTT The Arc of Britney Spears Bends Toward Justice For 25 years, Britney Spears has been a convenient scapegoat for whatever her audience needed. But if we truly want her to be free, we finally have to let her go. Opinion New York Times December 30, 2023 at 06:00PM

Tsunami warning in Japan after strong earthquake

A powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the country's central region on Monday.

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