How ‘Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer’ Became a Hit
It started with a novelty songwriter stranded on a snowy night. Decades later, listeners still can’t get his tune, “Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer,” out of their heads.
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Kiké Hernández reveals he nearly got suspended after dropping F-bomb on live TV during Dodgers' playoff run
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Fyodor fever: how Dostoevsky became a social media sensation
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How Stacy Brown-Philpot Became Silicon Valley’s Most Influential Board Member
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If you’ve got children, you need to watch Swiped – and see how sick their phones are making them | Simon Jenkins
The terrible toll that smartphones are taking on young people is now undeniable. We need to start talking about a ban. Every parent of a school-age child should watch Swiped , the Channel 4 ...The Guardian - 2d -
‘The military has been inserted into the economy’: how the army became ubiquitous in Mexican life
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‘The military has been inserted into the economy’: how the army became ubiquitous in Mexican life
Under the former president Andrés Manuel López Obrador, Mexico’s army acquired a stake in air and sea ports, customs and luxury hotels. A new package holiday promises to whisk tourists in the ...The Guardian - 3d -
Russo’s goal gives Arsenal win over Liverpool to extend unbeaten run
. As Arsenal’s players lapped up the full-time applause, the sound of Wham!’s Last Christmas was ringing in the air while the travelling supporters gave their hearts to their interim head coach, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Boy, 2, dies after hit-and-run involving stolen Porsche
Two adults remain in a serious condition in hospital and another two are stable after the crash.BBC News - 3d -
Before Army-Navy, there's the Game Ball Run: How the two sides will combine to run over 350 miles in 2024
Navy and Army will run the game ball in from their respective campuses in a tradition that began 43 years ago.CBS Sports - 5d -
How Comedy Bang! Bang! became the 'SNL' of podcasts for funny performers who act on their feet
The podcast recently returned from a tour that took creator Scott Aukerman and guests around the country and to the U.K. Friday, the tour culminates in a show at the United Theater on Broadway.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
How a Former N.F.L. Player Became a Viral Woodworking Sensation
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‘A rapist can be in the family’: how Dominique Pelicot became one of the worst sexual predators in history
Gisèle Pelicot had no idea her husband of 50 years had been drugging her and inviting dozens of men to rape her. As one of the most horrific trials France has ever seen comes to a close, the world ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
'I wish I never got that loan': Small businesses say Covid loan repayments became a nightmare
Small-business owners say their Covid disaster loans were wrongly deemed delinquent or in default as a result of errors by the Small Business Administration.NBC News - Dec. 10 -
How Being an Influencer Became a New American Dream
Two preteen girls promote fashion and beauty products to thousands of online fans from their rural Alabama home.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
How Chelsea became unexpected Premier League title challengers | Jonathan Wilson
Enzo Maresca’s team started the season in chaos and uncertainty. But that was the case the last time they claimed the league crown. Sign up to Soccer with Jonathan Wilson here Nobody saw ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
How Mexico's Soap-Opera Tycoons Became the Country's Trump Whisperers
A surprising surge of support from Hispanic voters bolstered the president-elect’s comeback.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 9 -
How a Criminal With Close Ties to China Became a New York Power Broker
John Chan was a Chinatown gangster before remaking himself into a powerful force in New York politics — one closely aligned with the Chinese Communist Party.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
From failed accountant to Marvel and Barbie star: Simu Liu shares how he got out of 'rock bottom'
Actor Simu Liu was fired from Deloitte before becoming an actor. He's now investing in Asian American businesses and is outspoken about tackling discrimination.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
How a uranium mine became a pawn in the row between Niger and France
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How a uranium mine became a pawn in the row between Niger and France
France's nuclear giant has lost control of its uranium mining operations in the West African state.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
Dull Men's Club - the 'mundane' Facebook group that became an unlikely hit
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How SMU's first season in the ACC became a massive success
Rhett Lashlee's Mustangs have defied all expectations to get within a win of the College Football Playoff.ESPN - Dec. 7 -
Millennials are finally joining the 401(k) millionaires club. Here’s how they got here.
In the third quarter, the overall number of 401(k) millionaires rose by 9.5%. Here’s what they have in common.MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
How Cooking With a 98-Year-Old Italian Grandma Helped Heal My Grief: 'I'm Your Nonna Now' (Exclusive)
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‘Mummy would prefer you not to do that’: how ‘no’ became a dirty word in parenting
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How USMNT fullback Antonee Robinson came into his own with Fulham and became the best left back in England
The American captained Fulham against Brighton and now faces a major test against Arsenal on SundayCBS Sports - Dec. 6 -
How an insurance CEO's killer became a symbol of American anger
People on social media have been celebrating the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, who was killed in an apparent premeditated attack.The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Sudan documentary implores world to remember how a hopeful revolution became a forgotten war
A new documentary chronicles Sudan's 2019 revolution and the period of time immediately after the ouster of military dictator Omar Al-BashirABC News - Dec. 6 -
How a 63-year-old math teacher became a social media fashion influencer
After a photo went viral in 2016, Irvin Randle wanted to show off his style. The math teacher by day now has 1.1 million followers on Instagram and 1.7 million on TikTok.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
How Syria’s rebels became makers of drones and guided missiles
What began as a band of a few dozen jihadis is now a disciplined force with units producing modern weaponryFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
How an untested screenwriter became Luca Guadagnino's ace film collaborator
Playwright Justin Kuritzkes won Italian director Luca Guadagnino over with his 'Challengers' script and proceeded to collaborate with him again on 'Queer.'Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
How an American steel takeover became a political firestorm
A Japanese company’s plan to buy US Steel is challenging the country’s long-standing policy towards foreign investmentFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
‘All he needs is a bit of daylight’: how Saquon Barkley became the NFL’s most dangerous weapon
The running back could end up setting the single-season rushing record as the Eagles start to take shape as a Super Bowl contender. Baltimore Ravens nose tackle Travis Jones dropped the fabulous ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
How Glossier Got Its Glow Back
The 10-year-old beauty brand is profitable, growing, and back in the zeitgeist after successfully pulling off a transition of power.Inc. - Dec. 2 -
How AllTrails Got Everyone to Go Outside
The app survived the pandemic and came out stronger than ever, with a dedicated community of hikers and nature lovers.Inc. - Dec. 2 -
The war on woke: How a gay rights index once touted by big brands became a conservative target
As June’s Pride Month festivities were nearing a conclusion, Tractor Supply released a statement that put LGBTQ+ rights proponents on alert.NBC News - Dec. 2
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