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A Nigerian chess champion plays the royal game for 58 hours — a new global chess record
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Quick Glance: Nigerian Chess Champion Sets New Record in New York
- Nigerian chess champion Tunde Onakoya has surpassed the previous record for the longest chess marathon by playing an impressive 60 hours nonstop.
- Onakoya aims to raise $1 million for a charity supporting education for children across Africa.
- He competed against US chess champion Shawn Martinez and received support from celebrities like Davido and Adekunle Gold.
- The match garnered significant attention in Nigeria and was broadcast in multiple locations, including Lagos, with watch parties and digital billboards.
I migrated to my ancestral homeland in a search for identity | Aeon Essays: I migrated to my ancestral homeland in a search for identity. It proved to be a ...
aeon.co/essays/i-migrated-to-my-ancestral-homeland-in-a-search-for-identity
YouTube is making a bigger effort to go after third-party apps that block its ads
neowin.net/news/youtube-is-making-a-bigger-effort-to-go-after-third-party-apps-that-block-its-ads/
Boeing engineer says safety concerns are ignored inside plane maker: Whistleblower says he was told to ‘shut up’ after raising questions about 777 and 787 ...
ft.com/content/4cca756f-a9ad-486a-aa9f-af67b19071ec
Five migrants die during attempt to cross Channel, French media reports: A police operation is under way after reports at least five migrants have died during an ...
news.sky.com/story/five-migrants-die-during-attempt-to-cross-channel-french-media-reports-13121216
Are emotionally resilient people also skilled at soothing others?: Research on the social side of emotion management is showing what’s distinctive about it – and ...
psyche.co/ideas/are-emotionally-resilient-people-also-skilled-at-soothing-others
‘Rye Lane’ Star David Jonsson Penning Debut Drama Series ‘Hype’: David Jonsson, star of 'Industry' and 'Rye Lane', is writing drama series ...
deadline.com/2024/04/david-jonsson-writing-drama-series-hype-clerkenwell-films-1235885688/
A beginner’s guide to a joyful Persian tradition of spring renewal and rebirth | Aeon Videos
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Philosophical theories are like good stories: Margaret Macdonald | Aeon Essays: For Margaret Macdonald, philosophical theories are akin to stories ...
aeon.co/essays/philosophical-theories-are-like-good-stories-margaret-macdonald
‘After all, you are only a constable’: Andhra man resigns after being humiliated by senior, cracks UPSC
indianexpress.com/article/cities/hyderabad/andhra-man-resigns-humiliated-senior-cracks-upsc-9276884/
On lived experience, from the Romantics to identity politics | Aeon Essays: The term is ubiquitous and double-edged. It is both a key source of authentic ...
aeon.co/essays/on-lived-experience-from-the-romantics-to-identity-politics
Tiny, entangled universes that form or fizzle out – a theory of the quantum multiverse | Aeon Videos
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Migrants drown in Channel, Sunak says nothing will stop Rwanda policy: Five people, including a child, died in an attempt to cross the English Channel from ...
reuters.com/world/europe/least-five-migrants-died-during-attempt-cross-english-channel-la-voix-du-nord-2024-04-23/
How every senator voted on the rejection of Mayorkas impeachment charges: The US Senate on Wednesday dismissed the two impeachment articles against Homeland ...
cnn.com/2024/04/17/politics/senators-vote-mayorkas-impeachment-dg/
Fire engulfs iconic stock exchange building in Denmark’s Copenhagen: A blaze at Copenhagen’s former stock exchange toppled the historic building’s spire which ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/fire-engulfs-iconic-stock-exchange-building-in-denmarks-copenhagen
Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
‘Now is the time for maximum restraint,’ says UN Secretary-General Guterres: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said Israel and Iran should ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4593843-now-is-the-time-for-maximum-restraint-says-un-secretary-general-guterres/
'Work is good for mental health': Sunak bats off criticism as he seeks to end 'sick note culture'
itv.com/news/2024-04-19/sunak-to-demand-end-to-sick-note-culture-in-speech-on-welfare-reform
Fiction has a special power to give us insight into our flaws: Losing yourself in a book, film or show provides a useful mirror for character – one that is hard ...
psyche.co/ideas/fiction-has-a-special-power-to-give-us-insight-into-our-flaws
Arizona Republicans again block attempt to repeal 1864 abortion ban: Arizona House Republicans blocked an attempt Wednesday to repeal the state’s 1864 near-total ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4600740-arizona-republicans-again-block-1864-abortion-ban-repeal/
Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans foil another effort to repeal 1864 abortion ban
- Arizona House Republicans once again thwarted an attempt on Wednesday to repeal the state's nearly complete abortion ban from 1864, leaving Democrats without a vote on their repeal bill for the second consecutive week.
- Despite facing pressure from influential conservatives, such as former President Trump and Senate hopeful Kari Lake, urging GOP leaders to lift the ban, the Republicans blocked the repeal.
- State House Democrats made a procedural maneuver to attempt to suspend House rules and bring the repeal bill to the floor for discussion. However, this action was rejected by the GOP majority, with only one Republican, Representative Matt Gress, crossing party lines to support bringing up the repeal bill.
- A similar endeavor to repeal the ban was obstructed by Republicans last week. Following persistent criticism of the law by Democrats both within and outside the state throughout the week, prominent figures like Trump and Lake recognized the political risks and advocated for a change in direction within the Legislature.
Will Zimbabwe’s new ZiG currency be a hit or another failure?: Zimbabwe’s new currency, the ZiG, made its debut month and a number of Zim economists have given ...
iol.co.za/business/advice/will-zimbabwes-new-zig-currency-be-a-hit-or-another-failure-364f180f-1557-44f2-9c73-81dcc46b55cc
How dance taught me to embrace my deformity: In the raw style of Tanztheater, I found a way to take my poetry into the physical world and express myself ...
psyche.co/ideas/how-dance-taught-me-to-embrace-my-deformity
How did America become the nation of credit cards? | Aeon Essays: Americans have always borrowed, but how exactly did their lives become so entangled with the ...
aeon.co/essays/how-did-america-become-the-nation-of-credit-cards
Visible mending | Psyche Films: This charming stop-motion animation shows how knitting can help us process pain, embrace imperfection and mend ourselves
psyche.co/films/a-whimsical-ode-to-the-reparative-power-of-knitting-rendered-in-wool
'Work is good for mental health': Sunak bats off criticism as he seeks to end 'sick note culture'
itv.com/news/2024-04-19/sunak-to-demand-end-to-sick-note-culture-in-speech-on-welfare-reform
Caribbean nation of Aruba backs itself up to Internet Archive: Aruba's National Archives and National Library are now on Internet Archive.
wired.com/story/internet-archive-backed-up-aruba-caribbean-island/
Want a four-day workweek? 30% of companies are considering it: A new report reveals that 30% of CEOs are exploring schedule shifts to retain employees and ...
simplemost.com/four-day-workweek-30-companies-are-considering-it/
Gloucester festival celebrates Ukrainian culture: The two-week festival aims to give Ukrainian refugees the opportunity to be proud of their culture.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-68808219
Guess what: Boeing can be spelled without G and E: Boeing’s problems are now as big as its 747 jumbo-jet. Years of dubious decisions have eroded much of the ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/guess-what-boeing-can-be-spelled-without-g-e-2024-04-17/
Beyoncé and a New Class of ‘Hat Acts’ Are Helping Cowboy Core Ride Again: Cowboy culture is hot right now, thanks to artists as diverse as Beyonce and Tyler ...
rollingstone.com/music/music-features/cowboy-core-fashion-beyonce-1235004621/
Appeals court denies Trump's bid to delay N.Y. hush money trial: The case is currently scheduled to go to trial on April 15.
axios.com/2024/04/08/trump-sues-judge-new-york-hush-money-trial
Quick Glance: Path to Victory: Trump's NY Hush Money Trial
- The first criminal trial of any former president began with extortion, Trump should aim for an acquittal.
- Charges do not concern misconduct in settling hush money with Daniels, but entering payments to conceal another crime.
- The burden of proof for criminal intent is high, requiring proof for two layers of specific intent to convict Trump.
- A legal maneuver could allow Trump to dismiss his defense team and recruit a new team to potentially secure his case.
My dismal years in psychoanalysis with Melanie Klein’s disciple | Aeon Essays: Going to a child psychoanalyst four times a week for three years was bad enough ...
aeon.co/essays/my-dismal-years-in-psychoanalysis-with-melanie-kleins-disciple
Avoiding 'blackout shopping' could be the key to saving money: Kate Kaden has been making videos about living below your means for five years ...
businessinsider.com/avoiding-blackout-shopping-saving-money-frugal-living-youtuber-finances-2024-4
Zimbabwe launches new gold-backed currency - ZiG: The ZiG is the country's latest attempt to stabilise the economy following years of crisis.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68736155
America fell for guns recently, and for reasons you will not guess | Aeon Essays: The US today has extraordinary levels of gun ownership. But to see this as a ...
aeon.co/essays/america-fell-for-guns-recently-and-for-reasons-you-will-not-guess
Ancient New Year celebration caps long Eid holidays in Bangladesh: DHAKA: Thousands of Bangladeshis crowded the streets of Dhaka on Sunday to welcome the Bengali ...
arabnews.com/node/2492921/world
O. J. Simpson's top moments off the field (and courtroom), from Hertz ads to 'Naked Gun'
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2024/04/11/o-j-simpsons-dead-pop-culture-moments/73288207007/
Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
- O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.
- Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.
- Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.
- Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
Will Smith Sure Seems Poised For A Comeback ... But Did He Ever Really Leave?: Maybe the devil tried coming for Smith's career, but did he succeed? Definitely ...
huffpost.com/entry/will-smith-slap-comeback-coachella_n_6622a681e4b0868a1b90f29c
Should I have married my husband? Red flag culture would say no: If I’d listened to the relationship experts on social media I wouldn’t have made the best ...
theage.com.au/lifestyle/life-and-relationships/should-i-have-married-my-husband-red-flag-culture-would-say-no-20240418-p5fkq4.html
Genome study reveals prehistoric Ethiopian origins of coffee: You might call it a cup of Joe, java, mud, brew, mocha, or your morning jolt ...
reuters.com/science/genome-study-reveals-prehistoric-ethiopian-origins-coffee-2024-04-16/
Quick Glance: Coffee Origins Revealed: Genome Study Uncovers Ethiopian Roots
- Researchers unlocked the genome of Arabica coffee species, tracing its origins to a natural mating over 600,000 years ago in Ethiopia.
- The study revealed Arabica's low genetic diversity and susceptibility to pests and diseases, limiting its cultivation locations.
- The findings could lead to new breeding approaches in coffee to develop varieties with enhanced resistance to diseases and climate changes.
- Arabica formed as a natural hybridization between parent species Coffea canephora and Coffea eugenioides, mainly used for global coffee production.
Love looks a bit different for a chain-smoking couple in a small apartment | Aeon Videos
aeon.co/videos/love-looks-a-bit-different-for-a-chain-smoking-couple-in-a-small-apartment
NZ shearer breaks merino solo record in Western Australia: Luke Vernon broke the previous record set in 2019 by shearing 500 merino ewes in eight hours.
rnz.co.nz/news/country/514393/nz-shearer-breaks-merino-solo-record-in-western-australia
HOAXILLA: The success of the right in social media: Why rights are so successful in social networks
spektrum.de/podcast/der-erfolg-der-rechten-in-den-sozialen-netzwerken/2213083
Dwayne Johnson: Woke Culture ‘Really Bugs Me’: Dwayne Johnson is gearing up for a big weekend at WrestleMania 40, but he recently took some time to deride what ...
comingsoon.net/movies/news/1644525-dwayne-johnson-woke-culture-really-bugs-me
Quick Glance: Dwayne Johnson Addresses Cancel Culture and Woke Criticism
- Dwayne Johnson comments on his frustrations with 'woke culture.'
- Reflecting on endorsing Joe Biden, Johnson regrets causing division and vows not to endorse political candidates in the future.
- He aims to bring the country together and emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself despite potential backlash.
- Johnson criticizes 'cancel culture' and highlights the value of authenticity, even if it may lead to disagreements.
War or No War, Ukrainians Aren’t Giving Up Their Coffee: Coffee shops and kiosks are everywhere in Ukraine’s capital, their popularity both an act of wartime ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/12/world/europe/kyiv-ukraine-coffee-culture.html
The six priestesses who kept the flame of ancient Rome alight at risk of death | Aeon Videos
aeon.co/videos/the-six-priestesses-who-kept-the-flame-of-ancient-rome-alight-at-risk-of-death
Judge blocks Trump attempt to subpoena NBC over materials related to Stormy Daniels documentary
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Man arrested for alleged supermarket robbery attempt using metal rod: The 24-year-old allegedly walked into a supermarket along Choa Chu Kang Avenue 7 and placed ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/man-arrested-robbery-attempt-choa-chu-kang-supermarket-metal-rod-4264576
Legalise abortions in first trimester, German commission says: Opposition parties accused the commission of political bias and threatened to challenge any ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68816693
Quick Glance: Arizona GOP outlines alternative abortion strategy
- Republican state legislators in Arizona are considering alternative ballot measures in response to a court ruling upholding a strict abortion ban.
- The GOP's strategy document plans to provide voters with alternatives to the Arizona for Abortion Access ballot measure.
- Republicans aim to constitutionalize existing laws to discuss abortion policy.
- The document outlines various scenarios, including 'Phase 1' and 'Phase 2' options for lawmakers.
The west is suffering from its own success: Smartphone addiction, culture wars and low birth rates are byproducts of wealth
ft.com/content/74918df2-6911-4087-8add-c11df2811129
N.Y. judge denies Trump's bid to delay hush money trial: The New York case is set to be the first of Trump's four criminal cases to go to trial.
axios.com/2024/04/03/trump-hush-money-trial-delay-denied
Quick Glance: Judge Denies Trump's Request to Delay Hush-Money Trial
- Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan rejected Donald Trump's request to postpone his hush-money criminal trial until the Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity claims in another case.
- Trump's lawyers sought to adjourn the New York trial indefinitely until his immunity claim in the Washington, D.C., election interference case is resolved.
- The primary allegation in the hush-money case is that Trump falsified his company's internal records to conceal payments to his former lawyer Michael Cohen.
- Trump and his lawyers have been pushing for more delays, raising concerns about the judge's impartiality and attempting to make the case about the 2016 election, while prosecutors argue against postponing the trial.
“Magic ticket”: Rapper Apache surprises five-year-old Shahil: “Magic Ticket”: Rapper Apache surprises five-year-old Shahil
gn-online.de/grafschaft/magisches-ticket-rapper-apache-ueberrascht-fuenfjaehrigen-shahil-534231.html
Fabulous, darling! Priscilla to ride again in film sequel: The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert – an Australian classic – is getting a sequel ...
smh.com.au/culture/movies/fabulous-darling-priscilla-to-ride-again-in-film-sequel-20240420-p5flbu.html
Is it okay to ask for a doggy bag in a restaurant?: Food for Thought: In an Irish context, let’s see if a straw poll on Instagram can enlighten us
irishtimes.com/food/2024/04/12/is-it-okay-to-ask-for-a-doggy-bag-in-a-restaurant/
Second Republican says they will back effort to oust Johnson from speakership: It means the speaker would almost certainly need Democratic votes to retain his ...
politico.com/live-updates/2024/04/16/congress/massie-joins-greene-00152463
Schools have been ordered to use this teaching method. Will staff comply?: After decades of the reading wars, another ideological culture battle is set to ignite ...
smh.com.au/national/nsw/schools-have-been-ordered-to-use-this-teaching-method-will-staff-comply-20240412-p5fjbi.html
Simple entities in universal harmony – Leibniz’s evocative perspective on reality | Aeon Videos
aeon.co/videos/simple-entities-in-universal-harmony-leibnizs-evocative-perspective-on-reality
Günther at Berghain: How a 79-year-old became an influencer: Günther Krabbenhöft discovered social media by chance and has been Germany's coolest pensioner ever ...
ndr.de/kultur/Guenther-im-Berghain-Wie-ein-79-Jaehriger-Influencer-wurde,granfluencer106.html
Censoring offensive language threatens our freedom to think: The modern obsession with textual purity stems from a misapplication of the philosophies of ...
psyche.co/ideas/censoring-offensive-language-threatens-our-freedom-to-think
Construction of Polish highway delayed after discovery of Bronze Age settlement: The discoveries include an "intricately made arrowhead" from the Mierzanowice ...
notesfrompoland.com/2024/04/23/construction-of-polish-highway-delayed-after-discovery-of-bronze-age-settlement/
Another setback for Trump: Court once again rejects postponement of hush money trial
faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/donald-trump-gericht-lehnt-verschiebung-von-schweigegeldprozess-abermals-ab-19645337.html
Traffic trial aborted: Cycle lane on famous Dresden bridge removed after just a few days
spiegel.de/auto/dresden-verkehrsversuch-mit-fahrradspur-vorzeitig-abgebrochen-a-e985a47d-f028-4476-9ccc-3ce258316c51
Reinhold Messner is not a fan of summit crosses: VIENNA: "The summit cross is a late phenomenon and not part of our alpine culture," says mountaineering legend ...
nachrichten.at/sport/mehr_sport/reinhold-messner-ist-kein-fan-von-gipfelkreuzen;art109,3940263
German Beer Day: Seven Reasons Why It Must Become a World Heritage Site: April 23rd is German Beer Day. The Bavarian purity law was passed in 1516 ...
stern.de/genuss/trinken/stammtisch/tag-des-deutschen-bieres--sieben-gruende--warum-es-weltkulturerbe-werden-muss-6825714.html
Cowboy culture is everywhere – and it’s way more inclusive: Inside the line dancing revival
ft.com/content/63d3e655-e57d-4bf6-9d85-51503bc4e29b
After Shakira Said That Her Young Sons Thought That 'Barbie' Was 'Emasculating,' People Are Begging Parents To 'Raise More Secure Men'
huffpost.com/entry/shakira-sons-barbie-emasculating-men_n_661013b9e4b04fa396147f5d
‘Not happy, do not come to work’: China retail tycoon introduces ‘unhappy leave’, sparks online discussion
scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3257179/not-happy-do-not-come-work-china-retail-tycoon-introduces-unhappy-leave-sparks-online-discussion
‘3 Body Problem’: What Social Media Reaction Says About China: The Netflix series showcases one of the country’s most successful works of culture ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/08/business/3-body-problem-china-reaction.html
Fears sick people will 'soldier on' at work with pseudoephedrine: Michael Baker said pseudoephedrine masks Covid-19 symptoms, meaning people could go back to ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514250/fears-sick-people-will-soldier-on-at-work-with-pseudoephedrine
Survey on the return to Frisian naming in SH: Soon Frisian naming will be possible again in Schleswig-Holstein. In our survey, we want to know what you think.
shz.de/deutschland-welt/schleswig-holstein/artikel/umfrage-zur-rueckkehr-zur-friesischen-namensgebung-in-sh-46828079
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NBA admits to crucial calls going against Miami Heat at end of Indiana Pacers game
heatnation.com/team-news/nba-admits-to-crucial-calls-going-against-miami-heat-at-end-of-indiana-pacers-game/
ESPN Films Greenlights 30 for 30 Documentary on Trailblazing Broadcaster Stuart Scott
espnpressroom.com/us/press-releases/2024/04/espn-films-greenlights-30-for-30-documentary-on-trailblazing-broadcaster-stuart-scott/
Xavier Naidoo returns to the stage - with Oliver Pocher: The comedian surprisingly brings the controversial pop singer from Mannheim back on stage at his live ...
mannheimer-morgen.de/kultur_artikel,-kultur-xavier-naidoo-kehrt-auf-die-buehne-zurueck-bei-oliver-pocher-_arid,2198477.html
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GPs like me know better than Rishi Sunak – his ‘sick note culture’ war hurts us all
metro.co.uk/2024/04/22/gps-like-know-better-rishi-sunak-sick-note-culture-war-hurts-us-20695017/
Between earth & sky | Psyche Films: After a near-fatal fall from a tree, an ecologist studies healing from disturbance in the rainforest canopy and her own life
psyche.co/films/an-ecologist-finds-an-apt-metaphor-for-healing-in-the-rainforests-she-studies
‘Dimbulb’ Trump Torched After Rambling Attempt To Explain Gettysburg Goes Wrong: The former president tried to describe the turning point of the Civil War ...
huffpost.com/entry/donald-trump-gettysburg_n_661c975be4b0f8e522daf77f
Quick Glance: Trump's Confusion About Gettysburg Sparks Ridicule
- Donald Trump's attempt to explain the Battle of Gettysburg led to confusion and ridicule.
- Critics were quick to criticize his statements, especially his depiction of Robert E. Lee.
- Even his critics on X, formerly Twitter, were perplexed by his attempt to describe one of the most famous battles in American history.
- At HuffPost, we believe in high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to everyone, and we are grateful for any support to continue offering our news for free.
JoJo Siwa's rebrand shows the challenges child stars face: JoJo Siwa will have to work hard to ride the wave of her child stardom to continue rising through her ...
businessinsider.com/jojo-siwa-rebrand-shows-difficulty-child-stars-grow-up-2024-4
Why Cowboy Carter is Beyoncé’s Most Divisive Album Yet: It’s playful! Experimental! Confident! And kind of weird?
slate.com/podcasts/culture-gabfest/2024/04/why-cowboy-carter-is-beyonces-most-divisive-album-yet
Citadel's Ken Griffin files plans for 62-story office skyscraper in NYC: Griffin, who relocated his company's headquarters to Miami, has previously said remote ...
businessinsider.com/citadel-ken-griffin-plans-62-story-office-skyscraper-nyc-2024-4
Coachella 2024: What's the future for the US festival?: As sound issues and indifferent crowds dogged its first weekend, we ask what the future holds for the ...
bbc.com/culture/article/20240419-coachella-2024-whats-gone-wrong-with-the-us-festival
Lionel Shriver pokes fun at woke culture, again: In the controversial writer’s new novel, ‘Mania,’ America is overtaken by an idiocracy.
washingtonpost.com/books/2024/04/07/lionel-shriver-mania-novel-review/
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