EU Arctic strategy proposes wider monitoring of Russian shadow fleet
The Commission's new Arctic strategy calls for more maritime monitoring and infrastructure protection, but member states have yet to settle how a proposed security hub would work.
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Atlanta Dream level WNBA Finals as overlooked players shape opening games
Jordin Canada's Game 2 performance helped Atlanta answer Golden State's opening win, while players with less direct paths to the Finals have made decisive contributions.
St James’s Hospital apologises to Seánagh Rice after breast cancer case settles
The Dublin hospital admitted liability after Rice sued over the handling of an abnormal breast MRI. She underwent a mastectomy while pregnant and chemotherapy after giving birth.
U2 to play halftime at NFL’s first Thanksgiving Eve game
The band is booked for the Packers–Rams game at SoFi Stadium on November 25, with Netflix carrying the league’s first Thanksgiving Eve matchup.
Harvey Mason Jr. elected to Paley Center’s Los Angeles board of governors
The Recording Academy chief joins a board that advises the Paley Center on its Los Angeles programming and strategic goals.
Spain approves social benefits ahead of November snap election
The government says new support for families, sick pay and survivor pensions takes effect immediately, but parliament must approve the decree-law within 30 days.
Booker, Van Hollen and Khanna slated for Democrats’ Denver summit after midterms
Three lawmakers have been added to the planned November gathering, where Democrats intend to discuss the party’s direction after the midterm elections.
Some Israelis weigh leaving if Netanyahu’s coalition wins October 27 election
Interviews in Tel Aviv capture voters considering work abroad as university researchers document a rise in departures, using measures that do not establish permanent emigration.
Mike Evans leaves 49ers win with Achilles injury; Atlanta status uncertain
The receiver was ruled out against Washington after his Achilles pain flared up. Kyle Shanahan hopes he can recover in time for the 49ers’ next game.
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Rams plan McManus and Prater workouts after Blake Grupe’s season-ending injury
Los Angeles is looking for another kicker after Grupe tore an ACL against Arizona. NFL Network reported that Brandon McManus and Matt Prater were due to work out Tuesday.
Robert Downey Jr. joins Snap’s Specs team in customer experience role
The actor will work on content, lens experiences and hardware collaborations for Snap’s augmented reality glasses, with television campaign spots planned around major sports...
49ers lead Week 7 rankings as Bears rise and Rams slide
The Big Lead keeps San Francisco first in the NFC and moves Chicago to third; CBS Sports places the Rams 18th in its league-wide list.
Waymo plans autonomous ride-hailing service in Madrid in 2027
Waymo says Jaguar I-PACE vehicles will begin driving through Madrid with trained specialists before its planned autonomous service starts.
Christina Applegate says she was misdiagnosed with MS. Her symptoms have not gone away
The actor told listeners to her MeSsy podcast that a doctor said she does not have multiple sclerosis, leaving her without an explanation for symptoms she says continue.
Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘Warriors’ reveals its Broadway cast and a new take on the gangs
Amber Gray, Jasmine Cephas Jones and Casey Likes are among the first performers named for the musical, which is scheduled to open in April 2027.
Kulusevski says he is ‘a little bit smarter’ after Tottenham return; Poyet urges patience
The Sweden winger played against Coventry after 526 days out. He reflected on his recovery, while former Spurs player Gus Poyet said he has time to regain his form.
King Charles welcomes Oman’s Sultan Haitham to Windsor for UK state visit
The King and Queen were joined by William and Kate as Sultan Haitham bin Tarik Al Said began the first UK state visit by an Omani sultan in 44 years.
Manchester United’s Martinez and Rashford miss training before Como trip
Lisandro Martinez and Marcus Rashford were among eight players absent from Tuesday’s session as Manchester United prepared for a Champions League match in Italy.