Do Gem-Set Watches and Rubber Straps Really Mix?

‘At 98, I wouldn’t be so sharp without puzzles’: do crosswords and quizzes really boost your brain power?

We’re told that they give us a mental workout, but the evidence suggests it’s a bit more complicated …. Miriam Raphael, 98, is a veteran puzzler. As a child, she pored over clues with her father ...

The Guardian - 18h

This is how we do it: ‘We make videos of ourselves having sex, to watch when we’re apart’

Amara and Mateo’s sex life was fun first time round, in their 20s. Now it has to be scheduled around childcare and the families they have left How do you do it? Share the story of your sex life, ...

The Guardian - 19h

Phillies adding Kepler to mix in OF, sources say

Outfielder Max Kepler and the Phillies are in agreement on a one-year, $10 million contract, sources told ESPN, confirming an MLB.com report.

ESPN - 1d

American Kitchens Face an Uncertain Mix: Olive Oil and Tariffs

Trump hasn’t said whether he’ll move against imported foods, but the effects on oil producers and consumers are already being debated.

The New York Times - 2d

'Really, really poor' - SFA referees chief on Rangers v Celtic penalty decision

SFA head of referee operations Willie Collum says VAR made a ''really, really poor'' and "unacceptable" decision not to award Rangers a penalty against Celtic in Sunday's Scottish League Cup final.

BBC News - 2d

Forget juice cleanses: this retreat mixes mindfulness, mezcal, and margaritas

Yahoo News - 2d

Schell Games launches wacky Party Versus mixed reality game on VR

Party Versus, a mixed-reality social party game from Schell Games, is launching today as an exclusive on the Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S.

VentureBeat - 4d

A mix of merriment, music and mayhem makes panto a beloved British holiday tradition

Panto is as much a part of Christmas in Britain as turkey, tinsel and mince pies

ABC News - 4d

A mix of merriment, music and mayhem makes panto a beloved British holiday tradition

Panto is as much a part of Christmas in Britain as turkey, tinsel and mince pies

ABC News - 4d

South Korea markets end Monday mixed after President Yoon's impeachment

Both indexes had rebounded strongly last week after initially falling after the martial law flip-flop and failed first impeachment vote.

CNBC - 5d

The UK Now Has Its Own Illegal Rubberized Cybertruck on the Road

Following the Czech Cybertruck’s example, now there’s a rubber bumper-pimped Tesla truck attempting to be certified for use on British highways. This time, however, the chances of success look slim.

Wired - 6d

Mixed reaction as France's Macron appoints centrist as new premier

Yahoo News - Dec. 13

Ancient genes pinpoint when humans and Neanderthals mixed and mingled

A new study says Neanderthals and humans likely mixed and mingled during a narrow time frame 45,000 years ago

ABC News - Dec. 12

Has college football flag-planting really become a nationwide scourge in the US?

Michigan and Ohio State players brawled after the Wolverines beat their archrivals in their own backyard. But is legislative action really needed?. For Ohio State, a home loss to Michigan on 30 ...

The Guardian - Dec. 12

Economists have 'really had it wrong' about recession, market strategist says

David Zervos of Jefferies and Barbara Doran, CEO of BD8 Capital Partners, weigh in on the likelihood of more Fed rate cuts to come at CNBC's FA Summit.

CNBC - Dec. 10

DSW parent’s profit dinged as cash-strapped consumers spend less on winter footwear

Consumers continued to curb spending and warmer-than-usual weather crimped sales of winter offerings, leading to a fourth straight profit miss and third straight sales miss for Designer Brands Inc.

MarketWatch - Dec. 10

Syria and Assad’s fall — it's really all about colonialism

The Sykes-Picot Agreement, which divided the Middle East between the British and French, has led to an uneasy rumbling in the region, as various groups vie for control of the countries created by ...

The Hill - Dec. 10

What It Was Really Like for Diapers.com’s Founder in His Early Startup Success

Founder Marc Lore talks about the good and the bad of starting a major company.

Inc. - Dec. 10

Give People What They Really Want: Digital Gifts

These creative annual subscriptions and unique apps won’t end up in the landfill.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 8

Lashlee: 'Criminal' if SMU left out of playoff mix

SMU coach Rhett Lashlee says it would be "criminal" if his team is left out of the College Football Playoff after a last-second 34-31 loss to Clemson in the ACC championship game.

ESPN - Dec. 8

How the Celtics used a loss to prove just how unstoppable their offense really is

The Grizzlies used their own heartbreak to their advantage Saturday, but it only proved how strong Boston is

CBS Sports - Dec. 8

'Really bad' Barça had eyes on Dortmund in UCL

Hansi Flick lamented another "really bad" performance as Barcelona were held to a 2-2 draw at Real Betis on Saturday, dropping points for the fourth time in five LaLiga games.

ESPN - Dec. 8

Hollywood and the Middle East mix at Red Sea International Film Festival

One of the Middle East’s fastest-growing film festivals opened Thursday in Saudi Arabia, attracting filmmakers and stars from around the world to present over 120 films from 81 countries in ...

ABC News - Dec. 7

Fannie Mae CEO reveals what’s really behind rising mortgage rates

Homeowners shouldn’t count on lower rates; they should build strong credit so they can qualify for the most affordable loan.

MarketWatch - Dec. 7

Give it a rest: SEC title game has a lot on the line ... really

While the do-or-die CFP incentive isn't part of the discussion when No. 2 Texas faces No. 5 Georgia on Saturday, there's more at stake than you might think.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

Report: Sabres In The Mix For Rangers Captain

According to Emily Kaplan, the Sabres are one of the clubs expressing interest in Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

Trump Claims a ‘Historic’ Mandate. Polls Show Americans Have Mixed Feelings.

The public may have more nuanced views on issues like tariffs and mass deportations than it might seem at first blush.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Is the Urban Shift Toward Trump Really About Democratic Cities in Disarray?

Big cities have faced serious problems lately. But there’s little evidence those problems are what drove voters to the right in November.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

Treasury yields end mixed as November jobs data looms

The policy-sensitive 2-year Treasury yield advanced on Thursday while the longest-dated rates slipped ahead of Friday’s release of November jobs data, which is expected to show the U.S. labor ...

MarketWatch - Dec. 5

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Revealed, Will Mix Shopkeeping And RPG Action In 2025

Though it saw a quiet launch back in 2018, Moonlighter became an indie hit in no time, with both critics and players enjoying its unique action-RPG/shop-sim blend. Today, during the PC Gaming Show, ...

GameSpot - Dec. 5

Tom Brady Has ‘Mixed Emotions’ About the Uproar Surrounding a Late Hit

The Fox N.F.L. analyst argued that quarterbacks need to “take better care of themselves” when leaving the pocket to run.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

The Civil War in Ethiopia That Never Really Ended

A rare look inside a region still reckoning with the toll of war crimes, even as new conflicts roil the nation.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

Republican rep 'really impressed' after meeting with Hegseth

Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) said on Wednesday that he was "really impressed" with Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's nominee to lead the Pentagon, after the former Fox News host met with the ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Multivitamins promise glowing skin, better sleep and a longer life. But who do supplements really benefit? | Donna Lu

For healthy people, pills, patches and gummies just create ‘expensive urine’. But for those with nutrient deficiencies, vitamin supplements have clear benefits. Supplements are no cottage industry: ...

The Guardian - Dec. 4

Blue Ridge Beef recalls Puppy Mix over salmonella risk

Federal regulators say puppy food sold by Blue Ridge Beef in seven states tested positive for salmonella.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Is Enron really back in business? Here's what to know.

A new Enron website appeared on Monday to proclaim its relaunch. It's been 23 years since the energy company went up in smoke.

CBS News - Dec. 3

What are the BRICS countries — and are they really trying to leave the dollar like Trump says?

In his latest trade-related tirade, President-elect Donald Trump has set his sights on a group of emerging-market countries collectively known as the “BRICS.”

MarketWatch - Dec. 3

Hunter Biden pardon gets mixed reactions on Capitol Hill

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are reacting to news of Hunter Biden's pardon and President-elect Donald Trump's plan to make Kash Patel the FBI director. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.

CBS News - Dec. 2

Is OpenAI Getting Into the Advertising Business? The Company Is Sending Mixed Messages

The AI giant’s CFO says it’s looking into ads, but adds that it has no active plans as yet.

Inc. - Dec. 2

Do Gem-Set Watches and Rubber Straps Really Mix?

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