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Australian Open 2026: Elena Rybakina returns to the top after four-year wait for second major title
Almost four years have passed since Elena Rybakina celebrated winning Wimbledon by humbly raising her right arm in the air. "Maybe one day…
Susan Darwin
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Rachel Reeves defends 'fair and reasonable' student loans system
The chancellor's defence comes after Martin Lewis called her freeze on student loans "not a moral thing". Source link
Business
The rise of the always-on economy: subscriptions beyond streaming
We are all familiar with the subscription economy, and it certainly works as a reminder of the COVID-19 pandemic, when we were all hooked…
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Israeli air strikes kill at least 28 Palestinians in Gaza, rescue officials say
Israel's military confirmed the strikes, which come during a ceasefire that Israel and Hamas accuse each other of breaking. Source link
Culture
Nottingham Forest agree deal for Stefan Ortega and target Davide Frattesi
Nottingham Forest have agreed a deal for Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega worth up to £500,000. Sean Dyche's side are also trying…
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Gorton and Denton by-election: Angeliki Stogia selected for Labour
The councillor was chosen after Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham was blocked from standing. Source link
Business
Pokémon cancels event at controversial Japan shrine following backlash
Meanwhile, the state-run Global Times praised "China's young netizens" for criticising the event, adding: "Any entertainment or…
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Why a Tennessee proposal to ban sports betting on campus is too little, too late
In the months after a 2018 Supreme Court decision opened the door for states to legalize sports betting within their borders, giddy…
Culture
Australian Open 2026: Elena Rybakina beats Aryna Sabalenka to win women's singles title
Elena Rybakina inflicted further Grand Slam final heartbreak on world number one Aryna Sabalenka with a dramatic third-set fightback to…
Business
Buyer’s or seller’s housing market? Zillow’s updated regional ratings for over 400 markets
Want more housing market stories from Lance Lambert’s ResiClub in your inbox? Subscribe to the ResiClub newsletter. Zillow economists use…
Culture
Inside Apple’s Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show strategy
When Roc Nation and the NFL decided that Bad Bunny would be their Super Bowl headliner, the next step was for Apple, the show’s sponsor,…
Business
When to invest in your solo business
Though I long resisted the label, I have been a solopreneur ever since I started working as a freelance writer in 2010. As the owner,…
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TikTok’s odd behavior was caused by a tech issue—but users’ response indicates the app has a trust problem
Anyone wanting to get their TikTok fix in the United States recently had a rough time. The app went haywire, kicking off early on the…
Culture
This smart service saves memorable podcast moments in your inbox
Listen, I don’t know about you, but I’m generally not so big on listening. I tend to be more of a “words in front of my eyes” kind of guy…
Business
Catherine O'Hara: Pedro Pascal and Meryl Streep lead tributes
The Canadian comedic actress died in Los Angeles on Friday at the age of 71 following a brief illness. Source link
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The eye-popping price of Harry Styles tickets has social media users furious
More than 11.5 million fans signed up for presale tickets to Harry Styles’s upcoming Madison Square Garden residency for the Together,…
Culture
Australian Open 2026: GB's Neal Skupski and Christian Harrison win men's doubles title
Great Britain's Neal Skupski and American partner Christian Harrison claimed the Australian Open men's doubles title in their first Grand…
Culture
Justin Rose maintains leads as Brooks Koepka makes cut in PGA Tour return at Farmers Insurance Open
England's Justin Rose shot a seven-under-par 65 to extend his lead to four shots at the Farmers Insurance Open while returning Brooks…
Culture
Florian Wirtz: Liverpool attacking midfielder in his own words
Kelly: What does an ideal day off look like? How do you like to escape football? Florian: Since the summer, I like to play padel. I went a…
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'A vaccine against murder'? Israel split over return of death penalty
Last year, the head of Jewish Power, the national security minister, Itamar Ben Gvir was one of the few ministers to vote against the…
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How to design a sabbatical that actually changes you
For many people, the word sabbatical conjures a very specific image: a long break from work, perhaps time spent on a beautiful beach,…
Business
What we learned - and didn't - from the Melania documentary
Melania, directed by Brett Ratner, provides a fleeting glimpse into the life of the enigmatic first lady. Source link
Business
'I spoke to ChatGPT 8 times a day' - Gen Z's loneliness 'crisis'
AI chatbots are being used as 'surrogate friends' by young people who have lost the ability to socialise. Source link
Business
Plan ahead and dress wisely: How to minimise add-on costs when you fly
Don't get swept into paying for extras you don't need. Source link