In 1999, the end was coming for newspapers. But few were looking for the signs

Open a copy of the Los Angeles Times from Dec. 16, 1999, and it's hard to imagine the indignities history had in store for this and so many other newspapers.

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Teenager's mild symptoms were signs of an alarming condition

Lizzie Clark was 13 when she started hearing a constant ringing in her ear. Doctors found a tumor on her facial nerve.
CBS News - 2d
Nursing homes look to Trump to end staffing rule

Presented by Children's Hospital Association — Republicans are expected to undo the Biden administration’s contentious nursing home staffing rule, to the relief of the nursing home industry. ...
The Hill - 4d
Democrats, advocates urge Biden to sign ERA before end of term

Rep. Cori Bush (D-Mo.) led a coalition of fellow legislators and advocates Tuesday in calling on President Biden to certify the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) before his term ends in January. Citing ...
The Hill - 5d
It's the end of an era: Taylor Swift's Eras Tour comes to a close in Vancouver

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — As Taylor Swift sings in her famed fan anthem “Long Live,” “Remember this moment.”
NBC News - Dec. 9
As the Formula 1 Season Comes to an End, So Does Ferrari’s Formidable Duo

Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz clicked quickly as teammates, but the fan-favorite driver pairing will part ways after the 2024 season finale.
The New York Times - Dec. 7
Taylor Swift's "Eras Tour" officially coming to an end

It's the end of an era for Taylor Swift's record-breaking "Eras Tour" this weekend in Canada after 20 months and nearly 150 shows spanning five continents. Meanwhile, the upcoming Dolly Parton ...
CBS News - Dec. 6
Who were the National Signing Day winners and losers?

Florida State owned signing day after a miserable season, while LSU suffered several big losses and Coach Prime whiffed on his final big-ticket targets.
Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5
U.S. looks to end subminimum wage for workers with disabilities

A Biden administration proposal would phase out a program that lets employers pay some workers less than $7.25 an hour.
CBS News - Dec. 3
Were Hunter Biden’s Prosecutions a Result of Political Pressure? A Look at the Facts

The gun case federal prosecutors brought against Hunter Biden was relatively rare, but the tax charges he pleaded guilty to may have been less unusual.
The New York Times - Dec. 2

In 1999, the end was coming for newspapers. But few were looking for the signs

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