Suzi Taylor arranged to meet the man before assaulting him and stealing money, police say.
Thursday, October 31, 2019
China rolls out 'one of the world's largest' 5G networks
By the end of the year, China's will be one of the world's largest 5G deployments, state media said.
All you need is mud: Japan’s new spin on rugby
If you sign up for tambo rugby in Japan, playing dirty isn’t a choice - it’s a promise.
18 Shades of Black: The Indian women using fashion to challenge tradition
The 18 Shades of Black campaign was inspired by the reaction to women gaining entry to a holy shrine.
Why Chinese farmers have crossed border into Russia's Far East
When farms in Russia's Far East collapsed with the old Soviet Union, Chinese firms saw an opportunity.
Quiz of the week: Films Prince loved... and other posers
Have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
What’s on TV Friday: ‘Dickinson’ and ‘American Son’
By BY GABE COHN from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/335wUEP
Trump switches permanent residence from New York to Florida
He said he had been "treated very badly" by local politicians - prompting one to reply: "Good riddance".
Connecticut Home Invasion Convict Is Undergoing Gender Transition in Prison
By BY NEIL VIGDOR from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/33fe4vb
The Value of Working Expeditiously
By BY DEB AMLEN from NYT Crosswords & Games https://ift.tt/3357PKb
Quotation of the Day: What Recovery? Life on the Edge
By Unknown Author from NYT Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/2PCspxu
Memphis Clerk Sentenced to 22 Years for Killing Teenager Who Stole Beer
By BY MIHIR ZAVERI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2NsQe8h
Toronto’s City of Tomorrow Is Scaled Back Amid Privacy Concerns
By BY DAN BILEFSKY from NYT World https://ift.tt/33b97DC
The African Americans discovering Ghana
Ghana has declared 2019 the 'year of return' and is encouraging the African diaspora to visit the country, but why are some deciding to make it their new home?
Climate change 'making mountaineering riskier'
Thinning ice and snow cover is leading to more rock-falls and landslides.
New Threats Put Wildfire Fighters’ Health on the Line
By BY JULIE TURKEWITZ from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/34hJr8d
Brazil wildfires: Blaze advances across Pantanal wetlands
The area is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, and a popular tourist destination.
Wednesday, October 30, 2019
India formally divides Jammu and Kashmir state
It's part of a controversial move to tighten the Indian government's control of the region.
5 Cheap(ish) Things to Take Stargazing
By BY RIA MISRA from NYT Smarter Living https://ift.tt/2NqHsrt
Philippines Struck by Second Big Earthquake in Three Days
By Unknown Author from NYT World https://ift.tt/34eZyU1
The Clintons and Justice Ginsburg on Judicial Nominations, Then and Now
By BY ADAM LIPTAK from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/36m3vZ6
Shuri Castle: Fire engulfs world heritage site in Japan
Shuri Castle, in Okinawa, was built 500 years ago in the Ryukyu Dynasty and is a World Heritage Site.
Breastfeeding suites increasing in popularity in the US
Private breastfeeding spaces are increasing in the US, including in train stations and supermarkets.
Boeing 'doesn't understand our grief'
Zipporah Kuria's father Joseph Waithaka was one of 157 people killed when a Boeing 737 Max crashed in March.
Liberia's child soldiers: 'I know I killed people'
Miatta says she was forced to fight when she was 14 and can't remember how many people she's killed.
Trump judicial nominee breaks down during Senate hearing
Lawrence VanDyke broke down when asked whether he was biased against LGBT people.
Comedian Kevin Hart shares emotional video after crash
The US comedian shared the video of his recovery after a severe car accident in September.
Georgia Plans to Purge 300,000 Names From Its Voter Rolls
By BY NICHOLAS CASEY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2WrdJ5X
Stick to Sports? No Way. Deadspin Journalists Quit en Masse.
By BY MARC TRACY from NYT Business https://ift.tt/31YbsQz
Hundreds of U.S. Troops Leaving, and Also Arriving in, Syria
By BY ERIC SCHMITT AND HELENE COOPER from NYT World https://ift.tt/331hmlz
Iraq Prime Minister Pressed to Quit as Protests Clog Streets
By BY ALISSA J. RUBIN from NYT World https://ift.tt/2pqzoyQ
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
White House Finds Loophole in Search for Homeland Security Secretary
By BY ZOLAN KANNO-YOUNGS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/31UXzCH
Quotation of the Day: Democrats Have Diverse Field, but the Top Tier Is All White
By Unknown Author from NYT Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/2opprRM
UEFA Punishes Bulgaria for Fans’ Racist Behavior
By BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2NsSaxw
Attacks and celebration as Lebanon PM says he will quit
Supporters of Shia parties attacked protesters and then PM Saad Hariri announced he would resign.
Why New York Can’t Pick Up Its Trash
By BY THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2BWcbHq
72 British Lawmakers Condemn ‘Colonial’ Coverage of Meghan
By BY ALAN YUHAS from NYT World https://ift.tt/2BRnK2I
Despair for Many and Silver Linings for Some in California Wildfires
By BY THOMAS FULLER, JULIE TURKEWITZ AND JOSE A. DEL REAL from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/32WbkCw
Can the Nationals and Astros Turn This World Series Into a Classic?
By BY TYLER KEPNER from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2NnCk7r
Michelle Obama on white flight: 'Y'all were running from us'
The former US first lady says race and lack of understanding of migrants still divides the US and world.
Monday, October 28, 2019
Baghdadi death: What now for IS?
Can the ultra-violent IS group survive the death of its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi?
Cookbook Authors Discuss Jewish Cuisine
By BY FLORENCE FABRICANT from NYT Food https://ift.tt/32Wiy9D
Why passwords don't work, and what will replace them
Passwords can be insecure, easy to lose and easier to forget, so can new tech protect us?
The Baltic States Get Their Culinary Due
By BY FLORENCE FABRICANT from NYT Food https://ift.tt/2NjKJsH
2 Photos of Tense White House Moments: Note the Differences
By BY ANNIE KARNI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/34aLqes
Internet 'father' Vint Cerf on future challenges ahead for the web
As the Internet marks 50 years, its co-founder Vint Cerf, tells of his concerns for the future.
Ethiopia's 900-year-old Shonke village on a mountain
Residents say they prefer their traditional stone-built homes to Ethiopia's "shining cities".
With California Ablaze, Firefighters Strain to Keep Up
By BY TIM ARANGO, THOMAS FULLER, JOSE A. DEL REAL AND JACK HEALY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Nil2IQ
His Mind Fading, a Former Football Star Wonders but Cannot Know
By BY MICHAEL POWELL from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2ou8YvQ
Sunday, October 27, 2019
‘Watchmen’ Season 1, Episode 2 Recap: American Hero Story
By BY SCOTT TOBIAS from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/31WqtTj
Review: In Zawe Ashton’s ‘for all the women,’ the Price of Uprooting a Life
By BY BEN BRANTLEY from NYT Theater https://ift.tt/32S0w8z
Quotation of the Day: ‘Little Texas’ Is Harboring Big Concerns Amid a Boom
By Unknown Author from NYT Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/2WhT3Ny
Disney Is New to Streaming, but Its Marketing Is Unmatched
By BY BROOKS BARNES from NYT Business https://ift.tt/2BP1BCc
Mystery of the skeleton hijacked by Nazis and Soviets
The identity of a 10th-Century skeleton fascinates experts - but was exploited by invaders.
Avatars: Are we ready for our digital twins?
When we think of avatars, we imagine a blue film character. But now they're being used very differently.
Tiger Woods Ties Sam Snead’s Career Wins Record in Japan
By BY KAREN CROUSE from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2phPYkx
Singapore: The artist cutting off the head of a British colonialist
One Singaporean artist is questioning his country's admiration for Sir Stamford Raffles.
Katie Hill Will Resign From Congress Amid Ethics Investigation
By BY EMILY COCHRANE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/32S71rR
John Conyers: Longest-serving black congressman dies aged 90
John Conyers is remembered for his civil rights work, but his career ended under a cloud.
Argentina election: Voters await results of presidential race
Centre-left candidate Alberto Fernández is tipped for victory after a vote dominated by the economy.
Essex lorry deaths: Agony builds for Vietnamese families
In rural Vietnam, families of those feared dead in Essex reflect on the cost of the tragedy.
How Early-Career Setbacks Can Set You Up for Success
By BY TIM HERRERA from NYT Smarter Living https://ift.tt/2Nuxl59
Max Scherzer’s Neck Pain Gives Nationals’ Joe Ross a Surprise Start
By BY TYLER KEPNER from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2PmxtWM
Saturday, October 26, 2019
Special Operations Raid Said to Kill Senior Terrorist Leader in Syria
By BY ERIC SCHMITT, MAGGIE HABERMAN AND RUKMINI CALLIMACHI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Joyx8T
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