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Gene Shalit, longtime 'Today' show movie critic with bushy hair and massive mustache, dies at 100 - AP News

A beloved movie critic and arts reporter for the “Today” show, Gene Shalit has died. Known for his puffy hair, oversized handlebar mustache and a love for puns, Shalit joined “Today” in 1970 and becam...

Pope Leo had to catch a ride from the king of Spain after plane’s engine failed - The Washington Post

The pope wrapped up a trip to Spain by borrowing a private jet from King Filipe VI after the Vatican's chartered plane, with the press corps on board, broke down.

EU agrees launch of accession process for Ukraine and Moldova - Al Jazeera

Progress for Kyiv’s membership bid given the green light after Hungary’s new government lifts Budapest’s veto.

Zohran Mamdani has thoughts on Elon Musk becoming the world's first trillionaire - Business Insider

Zohran Mamdani, NYC mayor, reacts to Elon Musk's trillionaire status following SpaceX IPO, pushing for higher taxes on the wealthy.

Britain’s defence ⁠minister Healey quits over defence spending - Al Jazeera

John Healey’s resignation deepens Starmer’s crisis as defence secretary quits over military spending dispute.

Can smartphones help explain the drop in birth rates? - NPR

Are smartphones causing people to have fewer children? A provocative new working paper explores the persistent drop in birth rates since the iPhone was introduced nearly two decades ago.

Three Indian sailors killed by US missile near Oman, as US and Iran exchange strikes - BBC

The US president vows to "assume total control" of Iran's oil and gas markets in the "not too distant future". It comes after the US confirmed it struck a ship near Oman after three Indian sailors wer...

The midlife habits that could make or break your brain health long-term - The Washington Post

Researchers increasingly believe your 40s, 50s and 60s represent a critical window for protecting cognitive health later in life.

Human remains found in sleeping bag in national park identified after 26 years - CBS News

Forensic tests helped identify a man whose remains were found inside a sleeping bag in Washington state in 2000.

Both the U.S. and Canada have agreed to delay the Gordie Howe Bridge opening - MLive.com

Prosecutors Scoff At Tiffany Haddish's Claim Delayed DUI Case Hurt Her Career - TMZ

Tiffany Haddish says her DUI case has dragged on so long it should be thrown out ... but prosecutors are firing back, arguing the actress hasn't shown the delay actually hurt her.

‘Toy Story 5’ First Reactions Praise Pixar’s Sequel as a ‘Deeply Profound’ and ‘Moving’ Film That ‘Ranks Right Alongside’ the Original - Variety

The first reactions for 'Toy Story 5' suggest Pixar's long-running franchise remains in top form.