Saturday, 31 August 2019

Hong Kong police storm metro system after protests

Footage shows officers beating people with batons and using pepper spray in train carriages.

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New on Sports Illustrated: USC Quarterback JT Daniels Carted Off at End of First Half vs. Fresno State

True freshman quarterback Kedon Slovis started the second half for the Trojans. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Naomi Osaka–Coco Gauff U.S. Open Showdown Preludes Exciting Future of Tennis

The Summer of Coco may be over, but the first match between Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka certainly did not disappoint. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: LeSean McCoy Agrees to One-Year, $4 Million Deal With Chiefs

McCoy was released on Saturday after four seasons in Buffalo.

New on Sports Illustrated: Oregon Suffers Brutal Bad Beat in Week 1 Showdown vs. Auburn

The Ducks held a 21–6 lead with less than 10 minutes left in the third quarter. 

Hong Kong police raid metro system

Riot police violently tackle suspected protesters in Hong Kong's metro system after demonstrations.

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New on Sports Illustrated: College GameDay Heading to Austin in Week 2 Before Texas vs. LSU

GameDay is heading to Austin for the first time since September 2009. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Phildelphia Union Beat Atlanta, Move Into First Place in East; Rapids Stun Red Bulls

The Philadelphia Union moved into first place in the Eastern Conference thanks to goals from Kacper Przybylko and Sergio Santos while the Rapids stunned the Red Bulls. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Hugh Freeze Coaching From His Hospital Bed Was the Most Bizarre Thing of Week 1

Freeze coached vs. Syracuse in a hospital bed as he recovers from a herniated disk in his back. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Twins Bash 268th Homer, Pass 2018 Yankees For Single-Season Record

The Yankees set the all-time record with 267 homers last season, surpassing the 1997 Mariners.

New on Sports Illustrated: Ben Zobrist Activated by Cubs, Now Eligible for Postseason Roster

Zobrist hasn't played since May 6 when he took an indefinite leave of absence. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Las dos bombas de final de mercado a las que Zidane se habría referido en rueda de prensa

Woman with house full of hedgehogs says 'no more'

Paula Garner is currently nursing more than 80 poorly hedgehogs back to health.

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Thai palace shares unusually candid images of king’s consort

Sineenat Wongvajirapakdi is shown flying a fighter jet, wearing combat fatigues, and firing a gun.

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New on Sports Illustrated: INSÓLITO | Di María iba a ejecutar un penal y desde la tribuna...le tiraron una pelota

New on Sports Illustrated: Los chats que comprometieron a Jonathan Fabbro y lo llevaron a la cárcel por 14 años

New on Sports Illustrated: Simeone: "Trataremos de llevar el partido a donde nos sentimos más cómodos"

Mat Dan: 'I became an accidental celebrity 6,000 miles from home'

When Daniel Tyler went backpacking, little did he know he'd end up a star in Malaysia.

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Sheryl Crow on her final album, #MeToo and being an outsider in the 1990s

The star talks about singing with her heroes on her 11th and apparently final album Threads.

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What we learned from the Harvey Weinstein documentary Untouchable

Women who accused Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault shed light on their stories in a new film.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Northwestern Is Your Early Leader in the Clubhouse for Worst Bad Beat of Season

Wildcats quarterback Hunter Johnson dropped back to pass with 30 seconds left in regulation down 10-7, and then it all went downhill from there for Northwestern bettors.

New on Sports Illustrated: Naomi Osaka Ends Coco Gauff's US Open Run in Straight-Set Win

Gauff became the youngest woman to reach the third round of the US Open since 1991 on Saturday. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Qatar podría no permitir la asistencia de israelíes al Mundial de 2022

Burning Man: Death at US festival treated as ‘suspicious’

Festival-goer Shane Billingham had “poisonous” levels of carbon monoxide in his blood, police say.

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Friday, 30 August 2019

New on Sports Illustrated: Chelsea vs. Sheffield United Live Stream, TV Channel: Watch Premier League Online

Find out how to watch Chelsea face Sheffield United in a Premier League contest on Saturday, Aug. 31.

New on Sports Illustrated: Southampton vs. Manchester United Live Stream: Watch Premier League Online, TV

Find out how to watch Southampton face Manchester United in a Premier League contest on Saturday, Aug. 31.

New on Sports Illustrated: Todd Frazier Slugs a Pair of 3-Run Homers as Mets Rally Late to Beat Phillies

The Phillies fell 3 ½ games behind the Cubs for the second wild-card spot in the NL. The Mets are five games back.

Assam NRC: What next for 1.9 million 'stateless' Indians?

The latest version of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam, strips 1.9 million of citizenship.

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Iran tanker row: US blacklists vessel 'bound for Syria'

The US says the Adrian Darya 1 is being used by Iran to fund "illicit activities" in the region.

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This Week’s News Quiz: The Sackler Family, Boris Johnson and Andrew Luck


By CHRIS STANFORD and WILL DUDDING from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/2Lfm9rK

Trump’s Personal Assistant, Madeleine Westerhout, Shared Intimate Details of First Family


By KATIE ROGERS, ANNIE KARNI and MAGGIE HABERMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2HPe8Jp

World War II and the Ingredients of Slaughter


By BRET STEPHENS from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2MN7w1X

How Paying for College Is Changing Middle-Class Life


By CAITLIN ZALOOM from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2Zn37cR

Valerie Harper, Who Won Fame and Emmys as ‘Rhoda,’ Dies at 80


By BRUCE WEBER from NYT Obituaries https://ift.tt/2zwAqLc

Don’t Use Bootleg or Street Vaping Products, C.D.C. Warns


By SHEILA KAPLAN from NYT Health https://ift.tt/32i15rz

Citizenship Change Will Affect a Handful, but the Backlash Is Fierce


By ZOLAN KANNO-YOUNGS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2zufgxj

The Frauding of America’s Farmers


By PAUL KRUGMAN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2ZxNUAR

The Man Trump Wishes He Were


By DAVID BROOKS from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2HwhVuK

New on Sports Illustrated: Robert Moreno ha acertado con los convocados para los encuentros de 'La Roja'

Khalid Sheikh Mohammad: Trial date set for 'architect of 9/11'

Khalid Sheikh Mohammad and four other men face the death penalty if found guilty.

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Why People Hate Religion


By TIMOTHY EGAN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2L8J5tP

New on Sports Illustrated: NHL Informs Union It Won't Terminate Existing Collective Bargaining Agreement

The NHL announced its decision two days before its deadline to notify the union whether it would reopen collective bargaining talks.

New on Sports Illustrated: Morehead State's 'Turnover Cane' Is Our New Favorite Thing About College Football

Morehead State is upping the ante.

DJ Arafat: Thousands pay tribute at Abidjan concert

Fans flock to honour the influential Ivorian musician, who died in a motorcycle accident this month.

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Trade war: US set to hit China with new wave of tariffs

The trade war between the world's two largest economies is set to intensify with new tariffs.

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Poland still counts losses from WW2 invasion

As the world marks the 80th anniversary of the start of World War Two, Poland has reparations on its mind.

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Thursday, 29 August 2019

New on Sports Illustrated: Dolphins Name Ryan Fitzpatrick Starting Quarterback for Week 1 vs. Ravens

Dolphins coach Brian Flores announced Ryan Fitzpatrick will be the team's starting quarterback following Thursday's preseason game.

Tamil family's deportation from Australia halted mid-air

A plane carrying the family of four is forced to land as activists secure a last-minute injunction.

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Babies Display ‘Werewolf Syndrome’ After Getting Anti-Baldness Drug by Mistake


By RAPHAEL MINDER from NYT World https://ift.tt/2ZoJ6mf

After Backlash, Boris Johnson Promises to Speed Up Brexit Talks With Brussels


By STEPHEN CASTLE from NYT World https://ift.tt/2zxdFqk

Two Polling Methods, Two Views of Trump’s 2020 Re-election Chances


By NATE COHN from NYT The Upshot https://ift.tt/325kT18

Cooler, Farther and Less Crowded: The Rise of ‘Undertourism’


By ELAINE GLUSAC from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/2MG1XCJ

The Israel-Iran Shadow War Escalates and Breaks Into the Open


By DAVID M. HALBFINGER, BEN HUBBARD and RONEN BERGMAN from NYT World https://ift.tt/2zs0WW3

About 160,000 People in New York to See Their Marijuana Convictions Disappear


By AZI PAYBARAH from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3402Yuy

New on Sports Illustrated: Gael Monfils Finishes US Open Win in Style With 360 Overhead Slam

Monfils reached the third round of the US Open for the fourth time in six years with Thursday's win. 

New on Sports Illustrated: No. 1 Clemson Starts Title Defense by Unleashing High-Powered Offense on Georgia Tech

It's not all Trevor Lawrence for the Clemson offense. Travis Etienne set career-highs for longest run (90 yards) and total rushing yards (205) against Georgia Tech. He scored three touchdowns, too, averaging more than 17 yards a carry. 

Mexico missing: The city where 'you can feel the fear'

With gangs using private homes to dispose of bodies, the search for the missing is getting harder.

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Moscow protests: Students challenging arrest in Putin's Russia

Hundreds have been arrested, now student are filling courtrooms for crash courses in Russia's legal system.

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Has President Trump's trade war cost China three million jobs?

He said that China has lost at least three million jobs - is this true?

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'I would not have kept the baby': Fighting depression in pregnancy

Where millions live without access to a psychiatrist, one innovative scheme is trying to plug the gap.

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Google finds 'indiscriminate iPhone attack lasting years'

Criminals used previously unknown vulnerabilities to implant monitoring software, research shows.

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Trump’s Personal Assistant, Madeleine Westerhout, Steps Down


By ANNIE KARNI and MAGGIE HABERMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2MJ2yn9

New on Sports Illustrated: 15-Year-Old Coco Gauff Advances to Third Round of US Open in Thrilling Win Over Babos

Gauff is the youngest woman to reach the third round of the US Open since 1991. 

Joshua Wong arrested: Hong Kong pro-democracy activist

Mr Wong's political party says the leading activist was "forcefully pushed into a minivan" by police.

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Man gored to death by bull at Spanish festival

The man had attended the festival in Cuellar as a spectator but was attacked by the bull.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Bears Kicker Situation Remains a Mess as Eddy Pineiro Botches PAT

Chicago lost in the NFC wild-card round in 2018 on a missed field goal against the Eagles.

New on Sports Illustrated: Carli Lloyd Gets Her Goal in Philadelphia as USWNT Cruises Past Portugal

In a game that became much more open in the second half, the USWNT had no problem putting away Portugal as Carli Lloyd recorded a goal and an assist on a special night for the forward in Philadelphia. 

New on Sports Illustrated: U.S. Open Day Four Thoughts: Townsend's Career Win and Kyrgios on His Best Behavior

Day Four at Flushing Meadows saw an astounding Taylor Townsend oust Simona Halep, Alexander Zverev struggle to put away Frances Tiafoe and Nick Kyrgios continue to pick up momentum. 

New on Sports Illustrated: CONFIRMADO | Boca y River se enfrentarán por las semifinales de la Copa Libertadores de América

New on Sports Illustrated: Juventus Striker Mario Mandzukic Rejects Late Paris Saint-Germain Approach

New on Sports Illustrated: Barcelona Defender Set for Loan Departure With 2-Year Schalke Deal Edging Closer

New on Sports Illustrated: Keylor Navas Close to PSG Transfer as Real Madrid Eye Goalkeeper in Exchange

New on Sports Illustrated: Joel Matip Set for New Liverpool Deal Following Fine Early Season Form

New on Sports Illustrated: 6 Players Tipped to Earn Call Up to Gareth Southgate's England Squad on Thursday

S Korea ex-leader Park and Samsung heir Lee face bribery retrials

The Supreme Court also orders a retrial for Samsung's Lee Jae-yong for bribery in the same scandal.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Chris Smalling Linked With Roma Move Before European Transfer Deadline

Wednesday, 28 August 2019

Hong Kong: Protesters join MeToo rally against police

Thousands gathered to demand answers after protesters accused the police of using sexual violence.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Serena Williams Defeats Caty McNally in Second Round of U.S. Open

Williams defeated 17-year-old Caty McNally in three sets.

New Government Takes Shape in Italy, Sidelining Salvini and the Hard Right


By JASON HOROWITZ from NYT World https://ift.tt/2zrYbnJ

Boris Johnson’s ‘Explosive’ Move to Get His Way on Brexit: Suspend Parliament


By STEPHEN CASTLE from NYT World https://ift.tt/2L0GMZQ

Storm Roars Through Caribbean but Spares It the Worst


By PATRICIA MAZZEI, NICHOLAS BOGEL-BURROUGHS and MITCH SMITH from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2zqg71V

The Tea Party Didn’t Get What It Wanted, but It Did Unleash the Politics of Anger


By JEREMY W. PETERS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2ZnvWG3

Peloton Is a Phenomenon. Can It Last?


By ERIN GRIFFITH from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2ZjBz8l

The Trump Secrets Hiding Inside Deutsche Bank


By DAVID ENRICH from NYT Business https://ift.tt/2NC3uJC

Jessi Combs, TV Host and Racecar Driver, Dies in Attempt at Land Speed Record


By NIRAJ CHOKSHI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2HvmHc0

New on Sports Illustrated: Nahitan Nández recién llegó a Italia y ya tiene un auto de ensueños

New on Sports Illustrated: Marcelo Bielsa se molestó con un periodista tras la eliminación del Leeds en la Copa de la Liga

New on Sports Illustrated: Indians to Activate Carlos Carrasco Sunday for First Time Since Leukemia Diagnosis

Carrasco was diagnosed with leukemia in June.

New on Sports Illustrated: Las claves para que Boca le gane a River el domingo: jóvenes y experimentados con sed de revancha

New on Sports Illustrated: Andrew Luck Sets Tone for Players Affected By Mental Health | The MMQB NFL Podcast

On this week's episode of The MMQB NFL Podcast, Conor Orr and Jenny Vrentas discuss Andrew Luck's stunning decision to retire and speak out about mental health. 

Kirsten Gillibrand Drops Out of 2020 Democratic Presidential Race


By ALEXANDER BURNS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2L19zNN

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Former NBA All-Star Joe Johnson, 38, to Work Out for Sixers

Johnson was a seven-time NBA All-Star who averaged 16 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game from 2001 to 2018.

Tuesday, 27 August 2019

New on Sports Illustrated: Alfio Basile: "Teo Gutiérrez es un turro, nunca llegué borracho a un entrenamiento"

New on Sports Illustrated: Cerro Porteño - River | Horario, transmisión de TV, posibles formaciones y las últimas novedades

New on Sports Illustrated: Cardinals COO Ron Minegar Suspended, Fined Following DUI Arrest

Cardinals COO Ron Minegar was arrested on suspicion of DUI on Aug. 10 in Arizona.

New on Sports Illustrated: Aaron Judge Hits 100th Career Home Run With 462-Foot Moonshot

Aaron Judge recorded his 100th career home run with a 462-foot moonshot.

Gaza violence: Suicide bombers kill three officers

The bombers, who struck two checkpoints, were affiliated with the Islamic State groups, sources say.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Josh Green's Play Will Be Key Factor for a Potential Arizona Bounce-Back Campaign

Josh Green is one of two five-star recruits coming to Tucson in Sean Miller’s 2019 class, and could emerge as one of the Pac-12's top freshmen. 

Former Star Google and Uber Engineer Charged With Theft of Trade Secrets


By MIKE ISAAC from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2ZxmZt2

New on Sports Illustrated: Rafael Nadal Cruises Past John Millman in U.S. Open First Round

Next up for Nadal is another Australian, Thanasi Kokkinakis.

New on Sports Illustrated: Atlanta United Adds U.S. Open Cup to Growing Trophy Case

Atlanta United earned the right to lift a third trophy on home soil in less than nine months, winning the first U.S. Open Cup title in club history and adding to its momentum as the MLS season hits the home stretch.

Palestinian conflict: Diaries of childhood in Israeli military detention

Palestinians who were made to go through Israel's military court system as children speak out.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Sam Darnold, Sony Michel Strengthen Fantasy Stock in Week 3 of Preseason

We recap the all-important Week 3 of preseason from a fantasy perspective, including Andrew Luck's sudden retirement, Cam Newton's foot injury and much more. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Sam Darnold, Sony Michel Strengthen Fantasy Stock in Week 3 of Preseason

We recap the all-important Week 3 of preseason from a fantasy perspective, including Andrew Luck's sudden retirement, Cam Newton's foot injury and much more. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Alabama RBs Najee Harris, Brian Robinson Suspended for First Half vs. Duke

Harris, a former five-star prospect, rushed for 783 yards and four touchdowns in 2018 behind Damien Harris and Josh Jacobs. Robinson had 272 yards and two touchdowns as a reserve last year.

New on Sports Illustrated: Christian Yelich Follows Tweet by Playing 'Roxanne' as Walk-Up Song

Christian Yelich is a master of Twitter and walk-up songs.

New on Sports Illustrated: College Football Staff Picks Against the Spread for Week 1 Games

It's a loaded slate this weekend, and our college football staff has picked every important Week 1 game against the spread. 

New on Sports Illustrated: La historia del japonés fanático de Boca que vendrá a la Argentina si hay duelo de copa ante River

New on Sports Illustrated: La historia del japonés fanático de Boca que vendrá a la Argentina si hay duelo de copa ante River

New on Sports Illustrated: Mets Rookie Pete Alonso Breaks Franchise Single-Season Home Run Record

Alonso became the first rookie to set his franchise's single-season home run record since 1938.

'Mushroom foraging saved me from my grief'

When Long Litt Woon lost her husband she was overcome by grief. She rediscovered happiness foraging in the woods.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Royals Owner David Glass Negotiating Sale of Team for $1 Billion

Glass is looking to finalize a deal with local businessman John Sherman, who is currently a minority owner of the Indians.

New on Sports Illustrated: Coco Gauff Defeats Anastasia Potapova in First Round of U.S. Open

Gauff earned her first U.S. Open win with a victory in three sets.

Sudan crisis: Activists achieve 'big win' over generals

The junta has agreed to a civilian government after months of protests against its rule.

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Has Kenya's plastic bag ban worked?

Plastic carrier bags were made illegal, so how has the government enforced the ban?

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Monday, 26 August 2019

Wendy Williams Wants to Be the Realest in the Game


By DAVID MARCHESE from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/2Ubffbe

New 2020 Poll Shows Three-Way Tie Among Sanders, Warren and Biden


By STEPHANIE SAUL from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2zkvDwi

What Elizabeth Warren Is Quietly Telling Democratic Insiders


By JONATHAN MARTIN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2KXKCD3

Prosecutors Near Decision on Whether to Seek an Andrew McCabe Indictment


By ADAM GOLDMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/32ePCcr

Tom Cotton: We Should Buy Greenland


By TOM COTTON from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2zkB7af

Desegregation Plan: Eliminate All Gifted Programs in New York


By ELIZA SHAPIRO from NYT New York https://ift.tt/2ZjOxCM

Rule 1 at the G7 Meeting? Don’t Get You-Know-Who Mad


By PETER BAKER from NYT World https://ift.tt/326pxw6

Algae That Can Kill Dogs Is Discovered in 3 N.Y.C. Parks


By CHRISTINA GOLDBAUM from NYT New York https://ift.tt/2zm1n49

The $6 Million Drug Claim


By KATIE THOMAS and REED ABELSON from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2KUHjfJ

New on Sports Illustrated: Surprise: 'Sorry, I Was Doing Radio Interview' Isn't a Valid Excuse When Pulled Over

Folks, "Sorry, I was doing a radio interview," is not a valid excuse when getting pulled over by police. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Five Thoughts on Day 1 of the U.S. Open: Williams Sisters Dominate

Serena and Venus Williams lost a combined three games on Monday at the U.S. Open. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Vince Naimoli, the Original Owner of the Tampa Bay Rays, Dies at 81

Naimoli was the "driving force" behind the effort to bring an MLB team to Tampa.

New on Sports Illustrated: How James Franklin, Penn State Could Be Impacted by Ex-Team Physician's Lawsuit

A former Penn State football doctor's complaint portrays James Franklin as willfully endangering the health of football players. What does this lawsuit entail for the Penn State head coach and the program?

New on Sports Illustrated: Serena Williams Takes Down Maria Sharapova in First Round of U.S. Open

Serena Williams took down Maria Sharapova (6-1, 6-1) in an opening night blockbuster match at the U.S. Open Monday. 

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Patriots' David Andrews Hospitalized With Blood Clots in Lungs

Patriots center David Andrews has reportedly been hospitalized with blood clots in his lungs.

Yang Hengjun: Australian writer faces spying charges in China

Australia says it has serious concerns for Yang Hengjun who has been detained in Beijing since January.

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The robo racing cars accelerating driverless tech

What's the point of racing autonomous supercars against each other?

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The Kenyan school that was once a British detention camp

Camps where suspected anti-colonial fighters were brutally treated are now secondary schools.

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'Dangerous' AI offers to write fake news

An AI that allows anyone to write fake news or rewrite old jokes such as "a man walked into a bar".

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A bewildering upbringing: Why Margo Perin was made to have a nose job at 13

Margo Perin was 13 when her father asked if she wanted a nose job. It soon became clear she had no choice.

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Dutch doctor faces trial in landmark euthanasia case

It is the first euthanasia case in the Netherlands involving a patient suffering from Alzheimer's.

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Isabel Toledo Dies at 59; Designed Michelle Obama’s Inaugural Outfit


By VANESSA FRIEDMAN from NYT Style https://ift.tt/2ZhiLGT

New on Sports Illustrated: Colts Would Win in Court vs. Fans Seeking Ticket Refunds Over Luck's Retirement

Saturday's news of Andrew Luck's retirement has led to Colts fans asking for refunds at the ticket office, but their requests for repayment would ultimately fail in the court of law.

Joe Walsh: Second Republican challenges Trump in 2020 White House race

Conservative radio show host Joe Walsh faces an uphill battle to win over his party.

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Sunday, 25 August 2019

New on Sports Illustrated: VIDEO | El enfado de Jürgen Klopp ante la prensa por el mercado de fichajes

New on Sports Illustrated: How the Colts Are Pushing Forward Without Andrew Luck

The 2019 NFL season starts in less than two weeks, and Indianapolis is trying to maintain a sense of normalcy after Andrew Luck announced his retirement. But what does that new normal look like? For now, Jacoby Brissett is a large piece of it. Also, Jason Witten’s advice for Rob Gronkowski, what Josh Allen was up to this offseason, the NFL’s field surface struggles and more.

New on Sports Illustrated: David Ortiz Hires Ex-Boston Police Commissioner to Look Into Shooting

Former Red Sox All-Star David Ortiz has hired a firm to look into the details surrounding his shooting in June in the Dominican Republic.

New on Sports Illustrated: AFC Teams That Are the Best Bets to Go Over Their Win Total

After Andrew Luck's retirement, there's now a strong buy-low opportunity on the Colts after how drastically their win total shifted. 

Vast 'pumice raft' found drifting through Pacific Ocean

The mass of pumice, the size of Manhattan, is believed to come from an underwater volcano near Tonga.

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In Andrew Luck’s Retirement, Football’s Consequences Weigh Heavily


By KEN BELSON from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2U2ThHa

Joe Walsh Confirms He Will Challenge Trump for Republican Nomination


By ANNIE KARNI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2KWklVP

The Education of Elizabeth Warren


By STEPHANIE SAUL from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Pe6nTn

Blame Economists for the Mess We’re In


By BINYAMIN APPELBAUM from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2NAaYgh

New on Sports Illustrated: Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Latif Blessing Dominate Insane Start to El Trafico

El Trafico is absolutely bonkers thanks to Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Latif Blessing.

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Nets Guard Caris LeVert Agrees to Three-year, $52.5 Million Extension

Brooklyn Nets guard Caris LeVert has reportedly agreed to a three-year, $52.5 million contract extension.

Asian stocks drop as US-China trade war escalates

The threat of new tariffs and hikes to existing duties by the US and China rattled investors in Asia.

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Amazon fires: G7 leaders close to agreeing plan to help, says Macron

President Emmanuel Macron suggests G7 leaders are close to agreeing a plan to help the rainforest.

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New on Sports Illustrated: Yankees Hit Three Homers Off Clayton Kershaw to Win Series vs. Dodgers

The Yankees set a major league record for most homers in a month with 61 in August.

New on Sports Illustrated: Florida Band Director Injured in Attack After Miami Season-Opener

The marching band director for Florida was injured in an attack by a Miami fan following the team's win at the Camping World Kickoff in Orlando on Saturday.

Trump's regrets on China trade war 'misunderstood'

The president meant he regretted not raising tariffs on Chinese goods higher, a spokeswoman says.

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New on Sports Illustrated: NO FUNCIONÓ | River había ganado la última vez que Scocco y Pratto fueron titulares

New on Sports Illustrated: Success of Florida-Miami Makes a Compelling Case for Future Week 0 Marquee Matchups

Sloppiness and all, the Gators and Hurricanes' Week 0 opener showed that the sport should seriously consider making a big early showdown an annual event.

New on Sports Illustrated: RIVER 0-1 TALLERES | El 1x1 Millonario en la inesperada derrota previa al Superclásico

New on Sports Illustrated: Aaron Judge Delivers vs. Dodgers After Promising to Hit a Home Run for a Fan

Aaron Judge fulfills a home run promise he made to a fan ahead of the Yankees-Dodgers game Sunday.

New on Sports Illustrated: Colorado Rapids Name Former Player Robin Fraser as Head Coach

The 52-year-old Fraser has served as an assistant coach at Toronto FC since 2015.

New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Patriots Josh Gordon Removed From Non-Football Injury list

Patriots wide receiver Josh Gordon was removed from the non-football injury list, practicing in full pads for the first time Sunday.

New on Sports Illustrated: Los mejores memes del empate del Real Madrid: el plan de Zidane, James, Keylor Navas y más

New on Sports Illustrated: Man Utd 1-2 Crystal Palace: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Slow Start, Penalty Awards & Injury Updates

Ireland's youngest parish priest, Fr Conor McGrath

Fr Conor McGrath, 32, tells BBC News NI what drew him to the priesthood and what his job involves.

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Saturday, 24 August 2019

Unlocking the secrets of 'orphaned' old camera film rolls

The Rescued Film Project aims to develop all the world's unprocessed camera film.

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The 'gravity bikers' risking death for thrills in Colombia.

Young men from poor neighbourhoods of Medellín, Colombia, risk their lives riding specially-adapted pushbikes down perilous mountain roads.

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Migrant workers 'exploited' in Japan

International brands accused of 'exploiting' workers in Japan

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New on Sports Illustrated: Andrew Luck's Retirement Opens the Door for Jacoby Brissett

Jacoby Brissett takes over as the starting quarterback in Indianapolis following Andrew Luck's decision to retire. What type of fantasy impact could he have this season? 

New on Sports Illustrated: Andrew Luck's Retirement Opens the Door for Jacoby Brissett

Jacoby Brissett takes over as the starting quarterback in Indianapolis following Andrew Luck's decision to retire. What type of fantasy impact could he have this season? 

Trump Raves Over Macron at G7, While Aides Slam France


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The Police Photoshopped His Mug Shot for a Lineup. He’s Not the Only One.


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Candidate Says City in Michigan Should Be Kept White ‘As Much as Possible’


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The Mystery of the Himalayas’ Skeleton Lake Just Got Weirder


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New on Sports Illustrated: NFL Players React to News of Andrew Luck's Retirement

Jerry Jones even has some high hopes for Luck's future career outside of football.

New on Sports Illustrated: Dodgers Escape Jam in Bizarre 9th Inning to Hold Off Yankees

Kenley Jansen pitched out of a bases-loaded, one-out jam to give the Dodgers a 2-1 win over the Yankees.

New on Sports Illustrated: Andrew Luck Booed By Colts Fans After News of His Retirement Breaks

Andrew Luck announced his retirement from the NFL on Saturday night.

New on Sports Illustrated: Andrew Luck Stuns the Football World, Walks Away at Age 29

The 2012 No. 1 draft pick shockingly retires at the age of 29 and leaves behind an upwardly trending Colts team that made it to the AFC Divisional round last season. 

Amazon fires: The devastation seen from above

Swathes of the Amazon rainforest in Brazil are burning at a record rate.

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New on Sports Illustrated: No. 8 Florida Edges Miami, but Buzz Surrounding Top-10 Ranking Dissipates

Florida escaped Orlando with a tight win over its in-state rival, but the Gators displayed quite a few issues, especially on the offensive side of the ball.

New on Sports Illustrated: Colts' Super Bowl Odds Drop Drastically After Andrew Luck Retires

The Colts had Super Bowl odds of 12/1 before Andrew Luck announced his retirement on Saturday night. What are they now?

Hey, Lara Spencer, Ballet Is for Boys


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New on Sports Illustrated: Report: Colts QB Andrew Luck to Retire From NFL

Luck has played for the Colts for six seasons.

New on Sports Illustrated: Louisiana Advances to Little League Final, Halts Hawaii's Title Defense

Louisiana will play Curacao on Sunday in the LLWS Final.

New on Sports Illustrated: Texans' Lamar Miller Carted Off Field After Taking Hit to Left Knee

Miller exited Saturday's game in the first quarter after taking a hit to his left knee.