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In “Transcendence for Beginners,” the philosopher Clare Carlisle suggests that any life, even an ordinary one, is a portal to divinity.
In “Transcendence for Beginners,” the philosopher Clare Carlisle suggests that any life, even an ordinary one, is a portal to divinity.
The winner of the 2026 Baillie Gifford prize is a riveting work of ancient history that feels startlingly present • ‘Blockbuster’ history of Alexander the Great wins £50,000 Baillie Gifford prize In 336BC, Alexander was not great....
Former British Army officer Ben James tells how Afghanistan combat shaped his career at Baillie Gifford, with support from Officers Association Scotland
It is the first time a title covering ancient history has won the prize since the award was launched in 1999.
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Some Democrats are promising to push for more clean energy to help tackle rising energy costs when they take control of Congress in January, though President Donald Trump says he will use his veto power aggressively. Lawmakers are...
Michael Wolff says Trump's midterm defeat could prompt more political confrontation as Democrats prepare to take control of Congress
Opponents of President Donald Trump’s planned 250-foot arch near Arlington National Cemetery are betting on a simple strategy – stall the project long enough for Democrats to take control of Congress. The 80-year-old...
As he braces for Democrats to assume legislative control in Washington, President Trump has sought to take back center stage with some discordant maneuvers.
Congressional Democrats are demanding pharmaceutical companies immediately disclose the un-redacted details of their “most favored nation” agreements with the Trump administration, according to a source familiar with...
Richard Nelson thought he was done with the Apple family in 2020. Covered by 8 outlets: 4 lean left, 2 are centre, 2 lean right.
Trump biographer Michael Wolff predicts White House turmoil after the midterm elections, warning that senior officials could face blame and scrutiny.
Friday on MS NOW’s “The Beat,” former White House special counsel Ty Cobb said President Donald Trump “is long gone in terms of the ability to rationally proceed.” Cobb said, “We have to keep in mind that, you know,...
A Trump biographer predicted a reckoning inside the White House after next week's midterms , warning one outcome would leave nearly everyone around the president exposed. Michael Wolff, author of multiple books about...
The fact that the case against the former White House aide was pursued at all reflects crisis conditions in federal law enforcement.
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The car company's CEO Elon Musk has said production will halt in Texas, to focus on the firm's self-driving Cybercabs. Tesla is getting the Cybertruck ready for retirement in an effort to ramp up its robotaxi output. Covered by 42...
Tesla chief designer Franz von Holzhausen had two reasons why the automaker doesn't make a car that ruffles your hair.
Tesla Cybertruck is EV pickup market's latest casualty Reuters
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the company will refund deposits to many Cybertruck buyers as orders exceed production capacity. Tesla plans to wind down production by mid-2027 and redirect factory capacity towards its...
Production is set to wind down in 2027.
Gamble and Jenner, who have been a couple since 2014, are not married despite being together for more than a decade. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 1 are centre, 1 are not rated.
Gamble and Jenner, who have been a couple since 2014, are not married despite being together for more than a decade.
Corey Gamble is giving some love to his sweetie. After all, the talent manager couldn't help but share a touching message to his "lil wife" Kris Jenner for her 71st birthday. "Happiest Birthday...
The Cal Berkeley football team has disappointed this season, and first-year head coach Tosh Lupoi already appears to be on the hot seat. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 1 are centre, 1 lean right.
The former Carolina Panthers coach didn't mince words on Cal's struggles as a program this fall
The Cal Berkeley football team has disappointed this season, and first-year head coach Tosh Lupoi already appears to be on the hot seat. Former NFL head coach turned Cal Athletic Director and GM Ron Rivera made this...
The Jaguars listed a key offensive player as out of practice for the second straight day on Tuesday. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 2 are centre.
Tuten hasn't practiced all week while dealing with ankle and foot injuries
The Jaguars listed a key offensive player as out of practice for the second straight day on Tuesday.
Bill Simmons sounds quite certain that UCLA football will come to an agreement for an extension with Bob Chesney. Covered by 3 outlets: 2 are centre, 1 lean right.
Bob Chesney has led the UCLA Bruins to a 8-0 record. They are just one of three undefeated teams in the FBS.
Even Chesney knows there is little support.
Former Notre Dame standout and rookie running back Jadarian Price returned to practice for Seattle after he missed 4 games due to an injury. The Seattle Seahawks may not be in a rush to get rookie running back Jadarian Price back on the...
The Seattle Seahawks may not be in a rush to get rookie running back Jadarian Price back on the field.
Former Notre Dame standout and rookie running back Jadarian Price returned to practice for Seattle after he missed 4 games due to an injury.
Bradley Walsh is set to front a one-off quiz show event for Channel 4 this weekend. Covered by 3 outlets: 1 lean left, 2 are centre.
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Bradley Walsh is set to front a one-off quiz show event for Channel 4 this weekend. However, many eagle-eyed fans have been left pondering whether the whole thing is a “massive hoax”. According to Channel 4, Million...
Exclusive: Internal polling by Greens shows progressives ahead of Hanson’s party, as Sandell and Pickering to join Wilson and Carroll at leaders’ debate Get our daily political email , free app or daily news podcast Two things happened...
No "gotcha" moment can force a party as shameless as One Nation to change, and that shamelessness is the entire point of its online cartoons.
Is Kylie Kelce Ready for Baby No. 5 With Jason Kelce? She Says... E! News Kylie Kelce Shares the Joke People Often Make About Her and Husband Jason Kelce Having a Fifth Baby People.com
Kylie Kelce is not gonna lie about her thoughts on adding another player to her team. The 34-year-old—who shares daughters Wyatt, 7, Elliotte, 5, Bennett, 3, and Finnley, 19 months, with husband...
Jennifer Hale and Mark Meer voiced Commander Shepard throughout the series' history and have a strong presence in the Mass Effect community. They've lent their support to the movement to save Mass Effect and discuss what that can look...
Polygon spoke to Mass Effect's Mark Meer about how he joined the series and how he and fellow Shepard Jennifer Hale defined the character.
Is Cam Skattebo playing this week? Latest injury update on Giants RB USA Today
The New York Giants listed running back Cam Skattebo as doubtful for Sunday's Week 9 clash against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Is there a Thursday Night Football game tonight? NFL Week 9 schedule USA Today
The Jaguars travel to play the Ravens in the NFL game today. USA TODAY Sports is providing highlights, stats, analysis and more from the AFC clash.
Iran has issued rare nuclear survival guidelines amid speculation over a possible US strike on its nuclear facilities. Here's what Tehran has advised citizens to do in the event of a nuclear explosion.
Tehran displayed a 'We Will Kill Trump' billboard as Iranian TV aired nuclear survival instructions, while US-Iran diplomatic contacts continued.
Edgerunners 2 showrunner Bartosz Sztybor on all things Cyberpunk, including V's apparent appearance, canon endings, and more.
CD Projekt Red also won't reveal if that is V. in Edgerunners 2
Not registered to vote yet? You may still have an opportunity to cast your ballot.
All states aside from North Dakota require voters to register before voting, but a significant number allow registration on the same day that voting takes place. States with same-day voter registration lean toward...
Madras HC issues notice to Centre, CJP co-convener Saurav Das on PIL seeking probe into his nationality, cancellation of passport and Aadhaar.
The Madras High Court has issued notices to the Centre and Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) spokesperson Saurav Das on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking an inquiry into his background and antecedents. The...
The AIIB has a grievance redress mechanism for people affected by projects it finances. But those seeking to file a complaint face significant hurdles. Critics say reforms and greater transparency are needed.
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Cancel for any reason travel insurance offers added flexibility, but the extra protection comes at a price.
On today's Morning Call, Michael Clarke tells Sky's Deborah Haynes that by looking at shipping movements it can reveal how the first shipment of the US-Russian deal may not even reach ports. Start your day with Morning Call - the inside...
Democrats eager to demonstrate what “accountability” looks like must be licking their chops.
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The midterms exposed a growing challenge to decades of US support for Israel, with potentially lasting consequences.
Richard Cooke’s book “The Last Best Place on the Internet” retells the history of Wikipedia with an emphasis on the human, with all the tragedy and comedy that entails. Jennifer Szalai, a New York Times book critic, reviews the book....
Rising RAM prices are changing PC buying habits, with 64GB systems falling sharply and DDR4 maintaining its lead over DDR5.
A $100 million plan to turn the MAHA movement into a GOP turnout machine collapsed into canceled rallies and unfunded candidates. ㅤ Now, figures across the MAHA ecosystem are looking for what’s next....
Is Carney about to allow offshore oil drilling in the Arctic
Just a day after seeming to confirm that Mick Carter was dead, EastEnders have left fans intrigued again, as a fresh twist leaves some certain of a New Year return