Doing Less for the Holidays
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Holiday Movies Quiz
Find out if you deserve the expert’s Santa hat or a big old lump of coal.The New York Times - 59m -
Holiday travel expected to break records
The end of 2024 is expected to be the busiest holiday travel period on record, as experts predict it will narrowly beat the record set in 2019. Kris Van Cleave has more on the nation's travel plans.CBS News - 1d -
Were 750,000 additional lives wasted in Ukraine for less than nothing?
Donald Trump's election will lead to a ceasefire in Ukraine, but it is estimated that this ceasefire is coming too late to save an additional 750,000 soldiers and innocent men, women and children ...The Hill - 2d -
Millionaire boomers less likely to share their wealth: Study
Data revealed that baby boomers, born from 1946 to 1964, plan to spend most of their wealth rather than reserve it for future generations.The Hill - 2d -
Julio Torres on Holiday Gifts
“A good gift is like a bridge between two people,” the creator of “Los Espookys” said. “It’s a way of communicating, ‘You are on my mind when you’re not in front of me.’”The New York Times - 3d -
An Easy Holiday Manicure With a Secret Ingredient
The nail artist Mei Kawajiri shares a festive nail design you can recreate at home in just five steps, using products you probably already own.The New York Times - 3d -
Bill Belichick: Less meeting time, more padded practice time in college
When it comes to moving from the NFL to college football, coach Bill Belichick will have reduced access to players.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
What high stock prices do
Plus credit spreads, and more on department storesFinancial Times - 3d -
Musk’s Foundation Gave Away Less Money Than Required in 2023
Private foundations must donate 5 percent of their assets every year. Elon Musk’s enormous charity missed that standard for three consecutive years.The New York Times - 4d -
Whatever You Do, Don’t Review This
Dentists, doctors, professors, dry cleaners. Everybody is asking for a rating these days.The New York Times - 4d -
HELOC dos and don'ts to know for 2025
A HELOC could be an effective borrowing tool in 2025 — if borrowers take these strategic steps.CBS News - 5d -
Making Danish Holiday Crafts
In the land of hygge, handmade paper decorations have long brought holiday cheer — and a chance to share the simple joys of crafting.The New York Times - 5d -
What will Trump do about Syria?
His former national security advisor, John Bolton, gives us his verdictBBC News - 5d -
Is making a holiday wishlist practical or tacky?
Nearly 5bn lb of gift returns end up in landfills every year and yet there is a certain taboo around compiling a gift list. The first Christmas that I was with my boyfriend, his family asked for my ...The Guardian - 5d -
DOGE's war on telework would make government more expensive, less responsive
A recent report by Senator Joni Ernst has reignited debates about telework in the federal government, but data from various government agencies has shown that telework can lead to increased ...The Hill - 6d -
Tips for tipping this holiday season
A new survey from Bankrate found that the majority of people who have housekeepers, childcare providers and teachers are planning to give them a tip for the holidays. And at least a quarter of U.S. ...CBS News - 6d -
6 Mountains Where You Can Ski for $100 or Less
The average price of a single-day lift ticket at a destination ski resort in the U.S. is $250, but there are plenty of smaller areas where getting on the slopes is much cheaper.The New York Times - 6d -
Has the Russell row made Verstappen to Mercedes in 2026 less likely?
BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions following the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.BBC News - 6d -
These Lego Jigsaw Puzzles Are A Great Holiday Gift Idea
Shopping for a Lego fan this year, but want to get them something more unique than a traditional set of bricks? Then check out the surprisingly long list of Lego jigsaw puzzles up for grabs. These ...GameSpot - 6d -
Kristen Arnett on Holiday Gifts
The author keeps a list on her phone of gift ideas. “During the year, if someone close to me mentioned something that they really like or really want, I put a note in right then.”The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
41+ last-minute holiday gifts that ship fast
The best last-minute gifts from brands like Brooklinen, Theragun and Lego.NBC News - Dec. 9 -
President-elect Trump says Ukraine to 'possibly' receive less military aid
President-elect Trump tells NBC News Ukraine will likely receive less U.S. aid once he takes office.CNBC - Dec. 8 -
Parols, Filipino Holiday Stars, Are Perhaps Best Bought
This year, I found a new way to celebrate my heritage through parols, colorful star-shaped lanterns.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
Holiday gift suggestions for your gamer | The DeanBeat
OK, I've been a little late coming up with my holiday gift guide, as we've already passed both Black Friday and Cyber Monday.VentureBeat - Dec. 6 -
It’s Not Too Late to Rein In Holiday Spending
Research suggests that you’ll spend less than you otherwise would by setting a strict budget — even if you go over the budget.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
The Office Holiday Party Is Back. But What to Wear?
Tips from The Times’ fashion director on how to navigate the sartorial anxieties of the season.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Lately I’ve become less engaged with the world. How do I find something to be interested in? | Leading questions
The world is a big thing to get interested in, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith . What if you start with the little things instead?. I used to be really interested in the world. I’d ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Stock buybacks soar as holiday rally breaks records
Buyback plans surge to a fresh record as stock market heads for biggest two-year gain in a quarter-centuryMarketWatch - Dec. 5 -
US dealmaker Lichtenstein considers return to a less hostile Japan
Financier sparked backlash with takeover attempts but country has become more receptive to foreign fundsFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Review: 'Black Doves' is a holiday thriller of the heart
Led by Keira Knightley, Sarah Lancashire and Ben Whishaw, this London-set Christmastime thriller is full of feelings.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
What Will Trump Do for ‘Vice Voters’?
Moderation on pot and other vices appears to have been part of a calculated effort to turn out young men for the G.O.P. — but it may come with consequences.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
What To Do With The Rangers' Veterans
Chris Drury has some tough decisions to make with his veteran players.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
Private payrolls grew by 146,000 in November, less than expected, ADP says
Companies added 146,000 jobs on the month, below the downwardly revised 184,000 in October and less than the Dow Jones estimate for 163,000.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
The dos and don’ts at top London hotels
The man at the helm of The Goring, the UK capital’s last family-run high-end stay, shares a surprisingly relaxed protocol . . .Financial Times - Dec. 4 -
Your Guide to New York City’s Holiday Windows
This year’s displays include tens of thousands of rhinestones, retired taxis and a “Wicked”-themed forest menagerie.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
The top books and experiences for the wealthy this holiday season
J.P. Morgan Private Bank's "NextList2025" includes four museums, two wineries, four Broadway shows and 10 books.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
NATO chief wants less talk of peace process in Ukraine, more arms
NATO’s Secretary-General Mark Rutte argued that Ukraine needs to be put in a “position of strength” instead of being pushed toward peace talks, while speaking at a Tuesday conference ahead of the ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Hotel lift death turns 'dream holiday into a nightmare'
Tyler Kerry's body was found partially clothed at the bottom of a lift shaft at a hotel in Turkey on FridayBBC News - Dec. 3 -
Where You Should Donate This Holiday Season
The return of Times Opinion’s annual giving guide.The New York Times - Dec. 3
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