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3 weeks, 3 days ago

House and Senate Republicans debate which priorities to move on first

NPR

House and Senate Republicans debate which priorities to move on first Senate and House GOP leaders plan a wide-ranging policy agenda but have a short window to act; and passing bills using rules to get around a filibuster requires near unanimity. NPR congressional correspondent Deirdre Walsh reports that House and Senate Republicans are debating what to do first. DEIRDRE WALSH, …

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1 month ago

Is Tim Cook going to quit soon? Here is what the Apple CEO has to say

India Today

“It's a privilege of a lifetime to be here. And I'll do it until the voice in my head says, ‘It's time’, says Tim Cook when he was asked how long he sees himself as the CEO of Apple. Ternus serves as Apple’s senior vice president of hardware engineering, reporting directly to CEO Tim Cook. At 61, however, Williams’s age …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

Indians dream of life in US, but why are Americans fleeing the country?

India Today

An Indian man enters America with dreams. "I would challenge you to find somebody who's as depressed and dark and scared as I am," Deirdre Roney told USA Today months before the US elections. David Lesperance, a Canadian tax and immigration adviser who helps people with securing dual citizenship told the NYT that most of his US clients now had …

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2 months ago

An update on which party will control Congress

NPR

An update on which party will control Congress Republicans have won control the U.S. Senate, while the state of the House of Representatives is still too close to call. Any dissent will probably be minimal because I think the thing to keep in mind about Republicans in Congress today - they are much more unified behind Donald Trump, and there's …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Colin Farrell, 48, hits the red carpet with his rarely seen son Henry, 14, at the New York premiere of The Penguin

Daily Mail

Colin Farrell made it a family affair at the New York premiere of The Penguin, bringing his 14-year-old son Henry with him. Colin Farrell made it a family affair at the New York premiere of The Penguin, bringing his 14-year-old son Henry with him The 48-year-old actor stepped out with his son, who he shares with his Ondine co-star Alicja …

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4 months, 1 week ago

The Penguin To Explore Gotham Without Robert Pattinson’s Batman, Showrunner Confirms

News 18

As fans eagerly wait for The Batman Part 2, Matt Reeves is expanding his DC Elseworlds universe to television with a new series. Explaining why Batman is not needed in the series, Lauren shared, “I understand why people’s desire would be to have Batman or to think that unless Batman’s in a show or a film then it doesn’t have …

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5 months, 1 week ago

Democrats weigh in on Harris' pick for running mate

NPR

Democrats weigh in on Harris' pick for running mate Congressional Democrats tout their favorites on Harris' short list. Sen. Tim Kaine, who was Clinton's running mate, says accelerated vetting means fewer options. DEIRDRE WALSH, BYLINE: Virginia Senator Tim Kaine knows what it's like to be vetted for vice president. WALSH: Kelly is being talked up in the hallways by fellow …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Celia Lobo, opera diva and mother of choreographer Ashley Lobo, dies at 87

The Hindu

Vocal coach and musical theatre director Celia Lobo has died following a prolonged illness, her family said on Thursday. Celia passed away on Tuesday morning at her home surrounded by family, including her son and celebrated choreographer Ashley Lobo. Touted as India's only opera diva, Celia is also survived by daughters Deirdre Lobo, a vocal coach, and Carolyn Vincent, a …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

What is a 'tradwife,' and why are they so popular? : It's Been a Minute : NPR

NPR

TikTok gets the boot; plus, a 'tradwife' fantasy Enlarge this image toggle caption Brendan Smialowski / AFP; George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images/Getty Images Brendan Smialowski / AFP; George Marks/Retrofile/Getty Images/Getty Images This week, President Biden signed a law that could ban TikTok nationwide unless it's Chinese parent company sells the media platform within a year. Brittany is joined by NPR's Deirdre Walsh …

10 months, 2 weeks ago

The Spotlight was one of L.A.’s oldest gay bars. A Hollywood nightlife boom brought it back.

LA Times

On Saturday night in Hollywood, the rising electronic musician Mindchatter performed to 1,200 people at a sold-out Fonda Theatre. The Spotlight was once one of L.A.’s oldest gay bars, a rough-and-ready beacon from the dawn of queer activism until its 2011 closure, a nearly 50-year run. “Everyone’s welcome,” Danan said, while acknowledging expectations to have at least “a few concepts …

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11 months ago

The Albanese government's upcoming Closing the Gap implementation plan will test its muscle in Indigenous policy

ABC

When Anthony Albanese is asked what his government's Indigenous affairs policy is after the referendum's failure, his response boils down to: watch this space. Minister for Indigenous Australians Linda Burney says Tuesday's statement will "commit to new actions that focus on making a practical difference". This week's blunt report from the Productivity Commission on the 2020 National Agreement on Closing …

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1 year ago

Should we stage train sit-ins when services are curtailed?

The Independent

Q Is it time for train passengers to stage sit-ins on “curtailed” services? Passengers from the Scottish capital to the West Midlands will therefore have to start out earlier, catch a overcrowded train still running south from Edinburgh and change trains in Lancashire. In assessing your very interesting suggestion, I must begin by pointing out that “sit-ins” would not help …

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1 year, 1 month ago

There is an economic case for redefining liberal arts education

Live Mint

The humanities and social sciences are failing. Their popularity in the US has been waning in recent years, as many students enter science, technology, engineering and math fields to seek skills directly applicable to their careers, but the last few months have exposed a deeper weakness: The humanities and social sciences are no longer training students to be critical thinkers. …

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1 year, 3 months ago

"Fashioning the Beatles" delves into the band's iconic, impactful looks that were "worth emulating"

Salon

In many ways, Deirdre Kelly's "Fashioning the Beatles" is long overdue. Subtitled as "The Looks that Shook the World," Kelly's book takes a deep dive into the Beatles' fashion sense, arguing that the group's image was not only integral to their success, but the self-conscious product of John, Paul, George and Ringo's interest in fomenting change. The author of "Ballerina: …

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1 year, 4 months ago

‘I’m not resigning,’ says PSNI chief constable after Policing Board meeting

The Independent

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Following the emergency meeting on Thursday, Mr Byrne said: “The deputy chief constable and …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Tim Cook to inaugurate Apple's Delhi store today

The Hindu

After Mumbai, Apple CEO Tim Cook is all set to inaugurate the tech giant's second retail store, called the 'Apple Saket', in New Delhi on Thursday. Apple said the store has more than 70 highly skilled retail team members who come from 18 states in India and collectively speak more than 15 languages. Apple opens first retail store in Mumbai …

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1 year, 8 months ago

FACT FOCUS: Posts distort Washington estranged minors law

Associated Press

A bill written to protect young people seeking reproductive health services or gender-affirming care that was widely misrepresented online passed the Democrat-controlled Washington legislature Wednesday. Viral posts falsely claimed the bill would result in children being legally taken from their parents if they did not consent to their child’s “gender transition.” Legal experts and the bill’s primary sponsor say the …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Apple's second India retail store to open in New Delhi tomorrow; Tim Cook to greet 1st customers

India TV News

Apple is set to open its second retail store in India in New Delhi after Mumbai. On Tuesday, Apple CEO Tim Cook opened the gates of company's first own retail store in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex amid an enchanting atmosphere. Tim Cook, who is in Delhi ahead of the opening of Apple first store here, tweeted on Wednesday, "Delhi’s Lodhi …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Apple's first India store goes live; CEO Cook opens doors of Mumbai's BKC outlet

Hindustan Times

Twenty-five years after entering India by selling products and services through partners, iconic consumer technology brand Apple on Tuesday launched the country's first retail store in Mumbai. Apple CEO Tim Cook and Deirdre O'Brien, Apple's senior vice president of Retail and People greet people at the inauguration of India's first Apple retail store in Mumbai, India. Chief executive Tim Cook …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Could a handbag be the key to solving the disappearance of an American woman in Dublin 30 years ago?

Daily Mail

A former detective who was investigating the disappearance of an American woman in Dublin 30 years ago believes her missing handbag could be the key to cracking the case. Speaking to the Irish Mirror, former detective Alan Bailey said Annie's brown leather satchel would be a 'gold mine' if found - as it may have traces of DNA. The last …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Jamie Lee Curtis wins Oscar for best supporting actress

Associated Press

LOS ANGELES — Jamie Lee Curtis comes from a strong acting lineage and now she has brought home an Oscar for her family. Curtis paid homage to her Oscar-nominated parents, Janet Leigh and Tony Curtis, after she won best supporting actress for her role as Deirdre Beaubeirdre in the blockbuster indie film “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” She plays an …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Jamie Lee Curtis questions gendered Oscar categories: ‘How do you include everyone?’

LA Times

Jamie Lee Curtis weighed in Sunday on the debate surrounding gendered Oscar categories after winning the Academy Award for supporting actress. Following her win for her acclaimed portrayal of tax auditor Deirdre Beaubeirdre in “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” Curtis offered her opinion on gendered categories and advocated for more opportunities for women in the film industry. Which is very …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Jamie Lee Curtis Cheekily Owns Up To Being A 'Nepo Baby' In SAG Awards Intro

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Jamie Lee Curtis acknowledged her “nepo baby” status in a tongue-in-cheek way at Sunday night’s Screen Actors Guild Awards. “I got my SAG card when I was 19 years old, when I signed a seven-year contract to Universal Studios and starred in an ABC TV series called ‘Operation Petticoat,’ which was based on a movie that my …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook takes 40% pay cut. His new salary is...

Hindustan Times

Apple Inc. is cutting Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook’s compensation by more than 40% to $49 million in 2023, citing investor guidance and a request from Cook himself to adjust his pay. The company also plans to “position Mr. Cook’s annual target compensation between the 80th and 90th percentiles relative to our primary peer group for future years,” Apple said. …

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House and Senate Republicans debate which priorities to move on first

Is Tim Cook going to quit soon? Here is what the Apple CEO has to say

Indians dream of life in US, but why are Americans fleeing the country?

An update on which party will control Congress

Colin Farrell, 48, hits the red carpet with his rarely seen son Henry, 14, at the New York premiere of The Penguin

The Penguin To Explore Gotham Without Robert Pattinson’s Batman, Showrunner Confirms

Democrats weigh in on Harris' pick for running mate

Celia Lobo, opera diva and mother of choreographer Ashley Lobo, dies at 87

What is a 'tradwife,' and why are they so popular? : It's Been a Minute : NPR

The Spotlight was one of L.A.’s oldest gay bars. A Hollywood nightlife boom brought it back.

The Albanese government's upcoming Closing the Gap implementation plan will test its muscle in Indigenous policy

Should we stage train sit-ins when services are curtailed?

There is an economic case for redefining liberal arts education

"Fashioning the Beatles" delves into the band's iconic, impactful looks that were "worth emulating"

‘I’m not resigning,’ says PSNI chief constable after Policing Board meeting

Tim Cook to inaugurate Apple's Delhi store today

FACT FOCUS: Posts distort Washington estranged minors law

Apple's second India retail store to open in New Delhi tomorrow; Tim Cook to greet 1st customers

Apple's first India store goes live; CEO Cook opens doors of Mumbai's BKC outlet

Could a handbag be the key to solving the disappearance of an American woman in Dublin 30 years ago?

Jamie Lee Curtis wins Oscar for best supporting actress

Jamie Lee Curtis questions gendered Oscar categories: ‘How do you include everyone?’

Jamie Lee Curtis Cheekily Owns Up To Being A 'Nepo Baby' In SAG Awards Intro

Apple CEO Tim Cook takes 40% pay cut. His new salary is...