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Protesters in Sri Lanka Mark Takeover of President’s Residence

Live images from Colombo showed demonstrators enjoying a rare moment of levity, after months of economic deprivation. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/uEoFOGt via IFTTT

Protesters in Sri Lanka Mark Takeover of President’s Residence

Live images from Colombo showed demonstrators enjoying a rare moment of levity, after months of economic deprivation. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/OH2aGo4 via IFTTT

Djokovic vs. Kyrgios: How to Watch the Wimbledon Men’s Singles Final

Djokovic, a six-time Wimbledon champion, plays Nick Kyrgios, who is appearing in his first Grand Slam singles final. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/H3GZz6V via IFTTT

Desperate for Recruits, Russia Launches a ‘Stealth Mobilization’

Leery of a national draft for the Ukraine war, the Kremlin is offering cash bonuses and employing strong arm tactics. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/VH4gSGt via IFTTT

Shinzo Abe’s Influence Was Still Evident Long After He Left Office

Japan’s longest-serving prime minister became perhaps the most transformational politician in the country’s post-World War II history. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/HVxt591 via IFTTT

For Sunday’s Wimbledon Final, ‘Fireworks’ and a Contrast in Style

Despite their previously contentious relationship, Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic have developed “a bit of a bromance,” Kyrgios said. They meet for the Wimbledon men’s singles title on Sunday. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/HQXDp7j via IFTTT

As Russia Looms, a Ukrainian City’s Loyalties Divide

Most residents have fled the eastern city of Sloviansk before an expected Russian assault. About half of the 23,000 remaining are eager to welcome the invaders. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/WTgw8tD via IFTTT

Videos Show the Moments After Shinzo Abe Is Shot

Footage shared on social media showed the scene after Shinzo Abe, the former prime minister of Japan, collapsed and was left unconscious after he was shot while giving a speech in western Japan. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/5N4bKGF via IFTTT

Your Thursday Briefing

Boris Johnson plans to resign. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/ZpdAkCR via IFTTT

At Europe’s Largest Port, Russia Sanctions Meet Their Toughest Test

The Dutch port of Rotterdam and its staff are at the front line of enforcing the European Union’s restrictions on trade with Russia. It’s no easy task. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/9ONEfX0 via IFTTT

Montreal Selects Juraj Slafkovsky No. 1 in the N.H.L. Draft

Montreal hosted the event and chose first, delivering the initial surprise of a top five full of them. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/nxFCNTQ via IFTTT

Boris Johnson Quits Amid Latest Scandal, a Messy End to a Messy Tenure

In a dizzying two days, Conservative Party lawmakers who had defended the prime minister through crises turned against him, and now some are vying to replace him despite harsh economic headwinds. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/1K8mf4w via IFTTT

Brittney Griner’s Supporters Hold Steady After Guilty Plea

Griner, the W.N.B.A. star, pleaded guilty to drug charges in Russia on Thursday. But her supporters are still determined to fight to bring her home. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/Gg9PpOZ via IFTTT

Glacier Tragedy Shows Reach of Europe’s New Heat

A collapse at the top of one of Italy’s tallest peaks offered the latest evidence of the deadly threat posed by rising temperatures. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/q15VQDz via IFTTT

With infections surging, Cyprus reinstates an indoor mask mandate.

The mandate will be enforced with spot inspections and fines of up to 300 euros ($305) for violators. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/gG5Axhv via IFTTT

Your Thursday Briefing

Boris Johnson’s crumbling support. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/4K28JaC via IFTTT

For Foreign Fighters in Ukraine, a War Unlike Any They’ve Seen

Small groups of Western combat veterans are on the front lines, but many more with fewer skills are left trying to find a role to play. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/Q7wz1UY via IFTTT

Doubles Tennis Adds Variety to Wimbledon

Doubles takes a back seat to the singles game on both tours, but famous players like Coco Gauff revel in the variety, pace and joy of tennis’s hidden gem. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/sFOd0Sm via IFTTT

‘The Daily’ podcast looks at Brittney Griner’s detention in Russia.

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Boris Johnson Vows to Go On Amid Wave of Cabinet Resignations

A wave of resignations and calls for him to step down showed the prime minister’s support within his Conservative Party melting away, but he remained defiant. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/DrZ58L7 via IFTTT

What’s the Most Curious and Fraught Job in Tennis?

Coaches in tennis have one of the odder existences in sports. Some players go for long periods without even using one, and others change coaches like socks. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/SXrINPs via IFTTT

Xavier Booker, a Prized Recruit, Shows the Shoe Circuit Isn’t the Only Path

Xavier Booker, in an unusual move, is sidestepping the carnival of tournaments put on by shoe companies to showcase elite men’s basketball players. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/6CvJ7wU via IFTTT

Boris Johnson Apologizes for Chris Pincher Appointment

Prime Minister Boris Johnson of Britain acknowledged that it had been “a mistake” to appoint Chris Pincher as deputy chief whip given previous complaints about Mr. Pincher’s conduct. Mr. Pincher quit his government post after being accused of having groped two men. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/Oi6h4Q0 via IFTTT

Your Wednesday Briefing

Shock resignations in the British government. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/PcCzBMa via IFTTT

Boris Johnson Fights to Hold Power After 2 Top Ministers Jump Ship

Two top cabinet members resigned from the scandal-scarred British prime minister’s government. Some wondered if the master of political survival could pull off another save. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/RtPSWAy via IFTTT

Close Friends Ons Jabeur, Tatjana Maria to Meet in Wimbledon Semifinal

Neither Tatjana Maria nor Ons Jabeur had been to a Grand Slam singles semifinal until this week. The close friends will play each other at Wimbledon on Thursday for a place in the final. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/1fk7dIN via IFTTT

Ukraine’s prime minister says rebuilding will cost $750 billion

World leaders are mapping out the monumental effort to restore a war-battered nation. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/wsy6GSQ via IFTTT

In Wimbledon’s Queue, Waiting Is a Pleasure, and the Point

In a world of online ticketing, camping overnight for tennis seats is an anachronism, but it is also about community and a sense of belonging. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/qk6jdaR via IFTTT

Your Tuesday Briefing

Russia’s tightening grip in the Donbas. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/hGzxfpT via IFTTT

Brittney Griner to Biden: ‘I’m Terrified I Might Be Here Forever.’

Griner, the W.N.B.A. star, sent a letter to President Biden on Monday, asking him to help free her from prison in Russia. She has been in custody since February. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/fuzTL3m via IFTTT

Brittney Griner to Biden: ‘I’m Terrified I Might Be Here Forever.’

Griner, the W.N.B.A. star, sent a letter to President Biden on Monday, asking him to help free her from prison in Russia. She has been in custody since February. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/quyNxYf via IFTTT

Zhang Sizhi, Lawyer Who Defended Chinese Dissidents, Dies at 94

He shed tears over the challenge of defending clients in a system stacked against them. But even in defeat, admirers said, he set a lasting example. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/l4CZBPp via IFTTT

Roger Federer’s Absence Leaves a Void at Wimbledon

Federer said he hoped to return to the tournament he has won eight times before. His absence from the field this year left a void over Wimbledon’s early rounds. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/BZHNheq via IFTTT

When Will Federer and the Williams Sisters Call It Quits? Maybe Never.

Advances in physical preparation keep their bodies in the game, and so can the changing nature of sports business and celebrity. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/PhJ3cAo via IFTTT

Your Monday Briefing

A Russian assault on eastern Ukraine. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/qey0gY1 via IFTTT

Behind the Scenes of the Supreme Court

Getting a sense of the mood after a momentous term. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/ukZNeGX via IFTTT

Abortion Laws in Europe, Canada, Mexico and Other Countries

The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on abortion quickly led to bans in at least seven states, a shift toward criminalization that runs counter to recent easings in countries that had longstanding bans. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/f4SndmO via IFTTT

His Union Went on Strike. His Interviews Went Viral.

At a time of rampant inflation and wage stagnation, Mick Lynch, the force behind Britain’s largest railway strikes in three decades, has found success that has surprised even his colleagues. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/HUtQMTp via IFTTT

Women who were raped by Russian soldiers yearn for justice.

Rapes were among the many atrocities Russian troops inflicted on Ukrainian civilians during weeks of occupation in the Kyiv suburbs and elsewhere. But the challenges of prosecuting the assaults are daunting. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/asOPBTY via IFTTT

Behind the Scenes of the Supreme Court

Getting a sense of the mood after a momentous term. from NYT > World News https://ift.tt/6LXFtwu via IFTTT

White Sox Fight for Life in Against Twins, Guardians in AL Central

The Chicago White Sox have been slowed by injuries and mocked for odd decisions. A 19-game stretch against division rivals could make or break their year. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/cfyIjr2 via IFTTT

Running Post-Covid: How to Get Back to Training

It’s not easy to tell runners to slow down when many of their goals are to speed up. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/PwhHdkl via IFTTT