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Ron Howard • The Optimism of Telling Human Stories

Thu, 30 May 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Ron Howard is one of the most prolific and celebrated filmmakers of the last fifty years. This week, Howard and host Charlotte Alter dive deep into his decades-long career in front of and behind the camera. Howard shares the inspiration behind his latest documentary film, “Jim Henson: Idea Man,” and what drove his decision to chronicle the life and work of a fellow Hollywood legend. The pair explore how Howard’s films reflect the eras in which they were made, the complex stories and characters that captivate us all, and why many of Howard’s films lack a traditional villain. Howard shares his insights on maintaining optimism in storytelling, balancing a prolific career with parenthood, and the invaluable advice he's received from industry legends. He also discusses how his documentary work enhances his narrative films, the inspiration behind his upcoming film "Eden," and the joy of experiencing his films through the eyes of his grandchildren. Tune in for an intimate look into one of Hollywood’s most enduring and beloved minds.

• "Jim Henson: Idea Man" is available on Disney+ on May 31.

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Maya Rudolph • The Music and Language of Comedy

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 06:00:00 +0000

Maya Rudolph is a comedy legend, and a 2024 TIME100 honoree. The multitalented actor, acclaimed for her iconic tenure on Saturday Night Live and unforgettable performances in “Bridesmaids,” “Big Mouth,” and more, joins host Charlotte Alter this week to dive deep into her creative process and personal journey. Maya takes us behind the scenes of growing up in a musical family and highlights the parallels between careers in music and comedy. In discussing her hit Apple TV series “Loot,” Maya shares her thoughts on what it would be like to live the life of a billionaire, the perks of working alongside world-renowned chef David Chang, and what drew her to the series in the first place. Rudolph opens up about balancing motherhood with the demands of a live weekly show, how she mastered the art of her world-class impressions, and what made the cohort of female comedians she worked with on SNL so incredibly special. Tune in for a conversation filled with laughter, revelations, and a glimpse into the life of one of comedy’s finest.

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Maya Rudolph | TIME100
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Lauren Groff • The Mind, The Body, and The Natural World

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:00:00 +0000

Acclaimed novelist and 2024 TIME100 honoree Lauren Groff is a singular voice in American fiction. This week, Groff joins host Charlotte Alter to delve deep into the essence of creativity and the intricacies of the natural world and the human body. Lauren shares her unique perspective on how time acts as the "secret currency" of art, reflecting on the challenges of balancing marriage, motherhood and writing. Known for her commitment to an analog writing practice, Lauren discusses the virtues of disconnecting from digital distractions in favor of play, and unpacks the parallels between athleticism and artistic expression. Articulating the urgencies of this moment in history, Groff provides insights into her approach to weaving real-world themes and pressing societal issues into her narratives. Join Charlotte and Lauren for a deep dive into the life and mind of a writer who crafts not just stories, but windows into our world.

Lauren Groff by Ann Patchett | TIME100
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Person of The Year

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:01:00 +0000

As you've probably heard by now, TIME's 2023 Person of The Year is Taylor Swift. In this special bonus episode, host Charlotte Alter sits down with TIME’s Editor in Chief, Sam Jacobs, and Senior Executive Editor, Kelly Conniff, for a behind-the-scenes look at the history of TIME's legendary, annual Person of the Year issue and to hear all the reasons why Taylor Swift is this year's Person of The Year.

Person of The Year 2023: Taylor Swift | TIME

https://time.com/6342806/person-of-the-year-2023-taylor-swift/

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Person of The Week • A New TIME Podcast with Charlotte Alter

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:21:00 +0000

Person of the Week, a new podcast from TIME, highlights the people who shape the world, and the forces that shape them. Each week, TIME Senior Correspondent Charlotte Alter hosts candid conversations, unearthing unexpected stories that shed light on the way our world works. Get to know household names and emerging leaders in a way you never have, on TIME’s newest podcast, Person of the Week.

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AI Is as Risky as Pandemics and Nuclear War, Top CEOs Say, Urging Global Cooperation

Wed, 31 May 2023 12:15:00 +0000

The CEOs of the leading AI companies made their most unified statement yet about the existential risks posed by the technology

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A Few Lawmakers Are Trying To Torpedo the Debt Ceiling Deal. Here’s How

Wed, 31 May 2023 11:50:00 +0000

The first obstacle comes on Tuesday evening, when the House Rules Committee will convene to determine whether the agreement comes to a vote.

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China's Aggressive Maneuver Against U.S. Spy Plane Highlights Escalating Tensions

Wed, 31 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

The military published video Tuesday of the latest in a series of incidents in the region between the two powers.

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Volunteering May Boost Kids' Well-Being, Study Says

Wed, 31 May 2023 10:55:00 +0000

It's associated with better mental and physical health.

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Twitter Now Worth Just One-Third of What Elon Musk Paid for It

Wed, 31 May 2023 10:50:00 +0000

Fidelity's new valuation follows three earlier mark-downs.

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Here’s What’s in the Debt Ceiling Deal

Tue, 30 May 2023 12:40:26 +0000

“The agreement represents a compromise, which means not everyone gets what they want,” President Joe Biden said.

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New York City Is Slowly Sinking Under Its Own Weight, Study Finds

Tue, 30 May 2023 12:25:00 +0000

Because the ocean is rising at a similar rate as the land is sinking, the Earth's changing climate could accelerate the timeline.

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Russia Launches Pre-dawn Attack on Ukraine’s Capital

Tue, 30 May 2023 12:15:00 +0000

Russian drones buzzed over Kyiv, before being taken down by Ukraine's air defense systems

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Scandal Over Son’s House Party Lands Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida in Hot Water

Tue, 30 May 2023 11:55:00 +0000

Japan PM fires son after party at official residence triggers public outrage.

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Column: American Health Care Is Broken. Major Hospitals Need to Be Part of the Solution

Tue, 30 May 2023 11:10:00 +0000

America's major health systems largely ignore social drivers of poor health. That needs to change.

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The Cover Story: Florence Pugh Might Just Save the Movie Star From Extinction

Tue, 30 May 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Florence Pugh is featured as one of TIME's Next Generation Leaders, a list of 10 trailblazers shaping a brighter future. The British actor has had a string of remarkable performances including in 'Midsommar' and 'Little Women' and is on the cusp of a breakout year with upcoming roles in two highly anticipated movies: Christopher Nolan’s 'Oppenheimer' and Denis Villeneuve’s 'Dune: Part Two'. We join Pugh to discuss her influence on the next generation of the movie industry.

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Texas House Impeaches Attorney General Ken Paxton. Here’s What to Know

Mon, 29 May 2023 12:40:00 +0000

Paxton has denied any wrongdoing and invited Texans to the capitol to “peacefully” protest

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North Korea Says It’s About to Launch Its First Military Satellite. Here’s What We Know So Far

Mon, 29 May 2023 12:25:00 +0000

A satellite launch will be a violation of U.N. protocols on the use of long-range missile technology

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What Erdoğan’s Victory Means for Turkey—and the World

Mon, 29 May 2023 12:15:00 +0000

The Erdoğan era lives on after Turkey’s longtime leader emerged victorious in Sunday's runoff election.

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Colorado River Drought Crisis is Fostering a More Collaborative U.S.-Mexico Relationship

Mon, 29 May 2023 11:05:00 +0000

When it comes to the Colorado River, the U.S. and Mexico have entered a new era of agreement as both countries face unprecedented drought.

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Biden and GOP Reach Debt-Ceiling Deal. Now Congress Must Approve It

Mon, 29 May 2023 10:50:00 +0000

The Democratic president and Republican speaker reached the agreement after the two spoke Saturday evening by phone.

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ICYMI: What to Know About the History of the Debt Ceiling, and more

Sun, 28 May 2023 16:58:23 +0000

Included in this Episode:
1. What to Know About the History of the Debt Ceiling
2. The U.S. Surgeon General Fears Social Media Is Harming the 'Well-Being of Our Children'
3. For Marianne Williamson, the Bernie Sanders Lane Looks Wide Open

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Why Gas Prices Are Cheaper Right Now

Sun, 28 May 2023 16:15:31 +0000

Overall, demand is lower says one expert. And if EV sales continue, that could continue to help drive down the cost of gas.

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Column: Why the Advice to Follow Your Dreams Is Selling Graduates Short

Sun, 28 May 2023 16:15:05 +0000

Deeper than our desires is the question of what is actually worth wanting, write Ryan McAnnally-Linz, Matthew Croasmun, and Miroslav Volf.

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Heat-Related Prison Deaths Are Rising Due to Climate Change

Sun, 28 May 2023 16:13:10 +0000

Without mandated air-conditioning, the number of heat-related deaths in U.S. prisons (Texas in particular) have increased in the last decade.

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What Netflix's Password Sharing Crackdown Means for You

Sun, 28 May 2023 16:12:37 +0000

The streamer has begun rolling out its new password protocol in the U.S.

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Review: 'The Idol' Pretends to Expose Exploitation While Reveling in It

Sun, 28 May 2023 16:11:21 +0000

Sam Levinson's controversial HBO series, which stars co-creator The Weeknd and Lily-Rose Depp, is an almost Biblical cautionary tale about a pop star.

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Biodiversity Is Nearing an ‘Extinction Crisis,’ Animal Researchers Say

Sat, 27 May 2023 13:52:34 +0000

In a new study, researchers found a "global erosion of species,’ with nearly half of animal populations in decline.

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Column: In the Rush to AI, We Can't Afford to Trust Big Tech

Sat, 27 May 2023 13:52:01 +0000

Governments, big tech, and scientists will need to work together.

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Doctors Are Still Confused by Abortion Exceptions in Louisiana. It’s Limiting Essential Care

Sat, 27 May 2023 13:50:34 +0000

The laws in Louisiana allow for abortions in certain cases when a pregnant patients' life or health may be at risk.

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The Architect of Swiss Neutrality Thinks It's Time for His Country to Take Sides

Sat, 27 May 2023 13:49:52 +0000

TIME speaks to Thomas Borer on scrapping the country's longstanding policy of military neutrality.

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Republicans Tout Progress on Debt Ceiling Negotiations With Time Running Out

Fri, 26 May 2023 13:17:00 +0000

McCarthy warned that a potential agreement would require a level of compromise likely to disappoint both parties.

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Why Waking Up Earlier Isn't Necessarily Better

Fri, 26 May 2023 13:10:00 +0000

Morning birds aren't morally superior to night owls.

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What Was Memorial Day Originally Called?

Fri, 26 May 2023 12:56:00 +0000

Originally called Decoration Day, the occasion was first marked three years after the end of the Civil War.

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If You've Always Wanted a Lighthouse, Here's Your Chance. The U.S. Is Giving Some Away

Fri, 26 May 2023 12:45:00 +0000

Ten lighthouses along America's shorelines are being given away at no cost or sold at auction by the federal government.

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Awkward Glitches, Long Silences, and Hold Music: Ron DeSantis' Disastrous Twitter Launch

Thu, 25 May 2023 12:35:00 +0000

A widely promoted Twitter Spaces event with Elon Musk to launch his campaign began disastrously for Ron DeSantis.

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Janet Yellen Says Treasury Is 'Not Involved' in Planning With Investors for Default

Thu, 25 May 2023 12:25:00 +0000

'We are committed to not having missed payments and raising the debt ceiling,' Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said.

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Multivitamins May Improve Memory, Study Shows

Thu, 25 May 2023 11:55:00 +0000

Taking a daily multivitamin can improve memory and slow some of the cognitive decline associated with aging, new research shows.

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Column: Why the Republican Job Requirements Push Won’t Actually Get People to Work

Thu, 25 May 2023 11:40:00 +0000

Republic demands to change TANF work requirements won't get more Americans working

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Tina Turner, 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll' Dead at 83

Thu, 25 May 2023 10:50:00 +0000

Turner died Tuesday, after a long illness, according to her manager

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Hillary Clinton Says Dianne Feinstein Shouldn't Retire

Wed, 24 May 2023 12:55:00 +0000

In an interview with TIME at the Chicago Humanities Festival, Clinton said Feinstein shouldn't retire because of the "tradeoff" on confirming judges.

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4 Major Takeaways from Illinois' Investigation Into Child Sex Abuse in the Catholic Church

Wed, 24 May 2023 12:40:00 +0000

An investigation by the Attorney General of Illinois found that at least 1,997 children were abused across six dioceses.

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Democrats Fear Biden Is Folding Too Easily in Debt Limit Talks

Wed, 24 May 2023 12:25:00 +0000

Biden has decades of history compromising with Republicans, sometimes over the howls of Democrats. Some of his allies worry it's happening again.

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Apple Strikes Multibillion-Dollar Deal to Use U.S.-Made Chips

Wed, 24 May 2023 12:15:00 +0000

The announcement comes amid U.S. efforts to reduce American companies’ reliance on foreign chipmakers.

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A Florida School Has Pulled the Poem Read at Biden's Inauguration

Wed, 24 May 2023 12:10:00 +0000

Poet Amanda Gorman says she was 'gutted' over her poem’s removal after a parent filed a complaint

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A Unified Theory of Why So Many Republicans Think They Can Beat Trump

Tue, 23 May 2023 12:40:00 +0000

If Trump's indictment was the first inflection point of the campaign cycle, we are entering a second one.

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There's Still No Debt-Limit Deal After Negotiations Between Biden and McCarthy

Tue, 23 May 2023 12:20:00 +0000

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden called the discussion "productive," but key sticking points remain

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Meta Was Just Fined a Record-Breaking $1.3 Billion by E.U. Regulators

Tue, 23 May 2023 12:11:00 +0000

The fine for the transfer of user data is the largest since the E.U. implemented the General Data Protection Regulation.

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'A Country of Racists.' Spanish Soccer Is Embroiled in Yet Another Racism Controversy

Tue, 23 May 2023 11:45:00 +0000

Real Madrid star Vinícius Jr. tweeted that "today, in Brazil, Spain is known as a country of racists”

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Spotlight: Right-Wing Doctors Are Still Peddling Dubious COVID Drugs

Tue, 23 May 2023 09:00:00 +0000

The U.S. remains awash in tragedies linked to doctors who prescribed dubious treatments.

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Zelensky Was the Undisputed Star of the G7. But the Summit’s Focus Remained Firmly on China

Mon, 22 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

The bulk of the business in Hiroshima was not focused on Putin’s war of choice, but on Beijing’s growing assertiveness

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Lawmakers Aren’t Giving OpenAI CEO Sam Altman the Zuckerberg Treatment (Yet)

Mon, 22 May 2023 10:45:00 +0000

Sam Altman received a warmer welcome from lawmakers than other tech CEOs at a recent Senate hearing

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What High Interest Rates Mean For U.S. Renewable Energy

Mon, 22 May 2023 10:31:00 +0000

The cost of financing renewable energy plays a significant role in determining the cost of clean electricity.

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Return-to-Office Full Time Is Losing. Hybrid Work Is On the Rise

Mon, 22 May 2023 10:15:00 +0000

The pandemic may be over, but employees are refusing to return to the office full-time.

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ICYMI: All The Stuff in Your Home That Might Contain PFAS 'Forever Chemicals', and more

Sun, 21 May 2023 17:58:27 +0000

Included in this episode:
1. All The Stuff in Your Home That Might Contain PFAS 'Forever Chemicals'
2. Column: Polypharmacy Killed My Son. He’s Not Alone
3. Return-to-Office Full Time Is Losing. Hybrid Work Is On the Rise

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Maine Confirms Fatal Powassan Virus Case. What to Know About the Rare Disease

Sun, 21 May 2023 16:25:00 +0000

Like Lyme disease, Powassan is transmitted through ticks. While there are only a handful of U.S. cases every year, the virus can be deadly.

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Column: What's Happening in the Supreme Court's Shadows Is Shaping America

Sun, 21 May 2023 16:24:33 +0000

It’s impossible to fully understand the Supreme Court's power without examining the shadow docket, writes Stephen Vladeck.

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Column: Why Conservatives' Views on Childhood Vaccines Are Shifting

Sun, 21 May 2023 16:23:23 +0000

It's largely a growing populist identity that prioritizes parents’ rights over expert recommendations, state mandates, or the safety of others.

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Don’t Use Artificial Sweeteners for Weight Loss, WHO Says

Sun, 21 May 2023 16:21:59 +0000

The WHO’s advice is based on a review that found products containing aspartame and stevia—like diet soda—don’t help reduce body fat.

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Allergies from At-Home Gel and Acrylic Manicures Are On the Rise

Sun, 21 May 2023 16:20:42 +0000

The material that causes nail products to harden under UV lamps can cause seemingly random allergic reactions.

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Russia's War in Ukraine Is Making the Heat Wave in Asia Even Deadlier

Sat, 20 May 2023 16:11:51 +0000

Countries have been forced to return to coal as Europe dips into liqueified natural gas supplies meant for Asia

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Zelensky to Join G7 at Hiroshima Summit, More Sanctions on Russia Likely

Sat, 20 May 2023 16:10:49 +0000

Ukrainian president to join leaders of the world’s most powerful democracies as they ready more sanctions for Russia

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Why Dianne Feinstein Shouldn't Quit

Sat, 20 May 2023 16:09:11 +0000

Liberals calling for the ailing Dianne Feinstein to quit haven't considered what that would mean for one possible, albeit unlikely, scenario: a vacancy on the Supreme Court.

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Critics Say Montana's TikTok Ban Is a Violation of Free Speech

Fri, 19 May 2023 13:05:00 +0000

Gov. Gianforte’s office called the law an attempt to “protect Montanans’ personal and private data

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Dominion CEO Predicts 'Business Ultimately Goes to Zero' Because of 2020 Election Lies

Fri, 19 May 2023 12:56:00 +0000

Dominion CEO John Poulos tells TIME that the hit to the company's reputation will eventually scare away all its customers, despite a $787.5 million settlement with Fox News.

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Column: Why Putin Is Right to Fear for His Life

Fri, 19 May 2023 12:50:00 +0000

Vladimir Putin knows all too well the history of how tsars and dictators die

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How Netflix's 'Unsolved Mysteries' Led to the Rescue of a Girl Missing for 5 Years

Fri, 19 May 2023 12:15:00 +0000

A man saw a missing girl on a Netflix true crime show. Then she walked into his store.

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Deutsche Bank to Pay $75 Million to Settle Epstein Lawsuit

Thu, 18 May 2023 13:01:00 +0000

Deutsche Bank agreed to settle a lawsuit in which victims of Epstein’s sexual abuse accused the bank of facilitating his sex-trafficking operation

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1,100-Year-Old Hebrew Bible Sells for $38 Million at Auction

Thu, 18 May 2023 12:52:00 +0000

The Codex Sassoon is one of the world's oldest surviving biblical manuscripts.

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Lawmakers Question Louis DeJoy on Mail Theft and Attacks on Postal Workers

Thu, 18 May 2023 12:40:00 +0000

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy generally received a warmer welcome from Democrats than he had in the past, as he answered lawmakers questions about a surge in mail-related crimes.

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Fewer Americans Are Buying New Cars. That's a Problem for the Climate

Thu, 18 May 2023 12:32:00 +0000

The 284 million cars on the road are older than they've ever been. That'll take a toll on the speed of the EV transition.

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What We Know About Prince Harry and Meghan’s Car Chase With Paparazzi

Thu, 18 May 2023 12:20:00 +0000

The 2 hour chase, which involved the paparazzi, happened after the couple attended an awards ceremony in New York on Tuesday.

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How Extreme Heat Impacts Your Mental Health

Wed, 17 May 2023 12:50:00 +0000

"If we ignore climate change as a public health threat, we are abdicating our role as healthcare providers"

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Asks Congress to Regulate AI

Wed, 17 May 2023 12:35:00 +0000

In a Congressional hearing, Altman, whose company created ChatGPT, and senators expressed their fears about how AI could “go quite wrong.”

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The CIA Is Now Trying to Recruit Russian Spies On Telegram

Wed, 17 May 2023 12:20:00 +0000

The two-minute clip was posted Tuesday on a new Telegram channel that provides information on how to securely contact the U.S. agency

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A Florida Teacher Showed a Disney Film With a Gay Character. She's Under Investigation

Wed, 17 May 2023 12:10:00 +0000

Florida has opened an investigation into a teacher who showed her students a Disney film featuring a gay character during class.

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Astronomers Explain What Caused the Largest Cosmic Explosion Ever Seen

Tue, 16 May 2023 12:30:00 +0000

The mystery of a massive astronomical phenomenon is explained.

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There Is No Right Way to Read

Tue, 16 May 2023 12:20:00 +0000

Reading is always relative to culture. History proves it, writes Adrian Johns.

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Why Succession's Election Night Episode Triggered D.C. So Hard

Tue, 16 May 2023 11:50:00 +0000

That the outcome of the 2024 election could plausibly turn on similar events made the "America Decides" episode anxiety-attack inducing

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Comer Clarifies Claim That House Republicans Lost Track of Biden Informant

Tue, 16 May 2023 11:05:00 +0000

A day after saying on Fox News that he could no longer ‘track down’ an informant in House Republicans’ Biden investigation, Rep. Comer provided more details.

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Amazon Plans to Add ChatGPT-Style Search to Its Online Store

Tue, 16 May 2023 10:55:00 +0000

Conversational product search has the potential to reshape a key element of Amazon’s core retail business

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Spotlight: Deepika Padukone Is Bringing the World to Bollywood

Tue, 16 May 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Deepika Padukone, India's top actress, is focused on making a global impact while remaining rooted in her country. Brands see her as a gateway to India's growing market, which is expected to be worth over $83 billion by 2025.

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Joe Biden and Kevin McCarthy Expected to Resume Debt Limit Talks on Tuesday

Mon, 15 May 2023 13:15:00 +0000

President Biden said he believes an agreement can be reached with House Republicans to raise or suspend the debt cap before the U.S. runs out of cash

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What Happens If a Debt Ceiling Agreement Isn't Reached

Mon, 15 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000

President Biden and top congressional lawmakers will meet early this week to discuss the default

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Sweden Celebrates Eurovision Win

Mon, 15 May 2023 12:55:00 +0000

Swedish singer Loreen won the contest with her power ballad “Tattoo"

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The EPA Power Plant Rule Is the Anchor To Biden's Wider Climate Agenda

Mon, 15 May 2023 12:35:00 +0000

The EPA's new rule is significant on its own. But to understand its significance, it’s important to look at it as part of a bigger picture.

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ICYMI: Why Allergy Seasons Are Getting Worse, and more

Sun, 14 May 2023 16:17:40 +0000

Included in this episode:
1. Why Allergy Seasons Are Getting Worse
2. This Company Could Be Crucial to Biden’s EV Charger Agenda
3. The Radical Joy of Rachel Cargle

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The G7 Summit in Hiroshima Is a Test of Japan’s Peace-Brokering Power

Sun, 14 May 2023 16:16:51 +0000

Leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the U.K., and the U.S. will meet in Hiroshima to discuss the war in Ukraine, AI, and more.

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Column: What 3 Grieving Dads Want You to Know About America's Fentanyl Crisis

Sun, 14 May 2023 16:16:39 +0000

"In a sense, young people are dying from a lack of information."

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Column: Why It's Time for Legacy College Admissions to Go

Sun, 14 May 2023 16:15:19 +0000

Ending legacy admissions is where Democrats and Republicans can find common ground, write Frederick Hess and Richard Kahlenberg.

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How to Start Teaching Your Kids About Social Media

Sun, 14 May 2023 16:14:39 +0000

The American Psychological Association's new guidelines include 10 recommendations about social-media use for kids.

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Heat Waves Can Be Deadly for Those With Mental Health Issues

Sat, 13 May 2023 16:43:40 +0000

The 2021 Western Heat Dome was particularly deadly for patients suffering from mental health conditions. Better community care can help.

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What Health Experts Want Now That the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Is Over

Sat, 13 May 2023 16:43:09 +0000

The emergency may be over, but there are valuable lessons to be learned from what went right.

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Column: Nuclear Energy's Moment Has Come

Sat, 13 May 2023 16:42:30 +0000

The grandson of J. Robert Oppenheimer explains why we need to develop and scale nuclear energy to meet the global energy transition

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Turkey's Election Could Spell the End of the Erdogan Era

Sat, 13 May 2023 16:42:14 +0000

Turkey Is holding the world’s most important election this year. Here’s everything you need to know.

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Migrant Aid Groups on the Border Are Stretched Thin as Title 42 Expires

Fri, 12 May 2023 12:50:00 +0000

“Can we meet the need if numbers surge even more?”

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U.S. Ambassador Accuses South Africa of Providing Weapons and Ammunition to Russia

Fri, 12 May 2023 12:40:00 +0000

If South Africa is found to be giving Russia military aid, it threatens to fracture the relationship between the United States and a key partner in Africa.

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NBCUniversal’s Linda Yaccarino in Talks to Run Twitter

Fri, 12 May 2023 12:25:00 +0000

The next Twitter CEO will have to deal with the fallout from Elon Musk's ownership, including an advertiser exodus.

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AI Could Destroy Journalism as We Know It. This Media Mogul Hopes to Save It

Fri, 12 May 2023 12:20:00 +0000

Barry Diller warned AI could be as “destructive” to news publishers as free online news was in the early aughts.

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How the Biden Administration Plans to Deal With the Looming Border Crisis

Thu, 11 May 2023 13:05:00 +0000

With Title 42 set to end, U.S. officials expect an unprecedented surge at the border

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