My Son Is Gone. Our Conversation Goes On.
Three days before my child unexpectedly died, he primed me to keep living.
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‘Everything is gone’: how Israeli forces destroyed Jabaliya refugee camp
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I was laid off. I’m 43 and my husband is 35. I have $8,000 in credit-card debt and our mortgage is $1,600 a month. What do we do?
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My husband filed for divorce, but did not contribute one penny towards the mortgage. Is he entitled to half of our home?
“He forced me to pay every payment.”MarketWatch - 2d -
'Tis the season for roasting chestnuts. But in the US, native ones are almost gone
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To Dial Down Campus Tensions, Colleges Teach the Art of Conversation
Dialogue is an essential part of college. As anger over the war in the Middle East has brought upheaval to campuses, it has also become a key way schools try to reduce conflict.The New York Times - 4d -
‘I hate to be the interfering mother-in-law’: My son bought a house with his wife — so why is his father-in-law on the deed?
“I asked him if he was also on the deed. He said yes.”MarketWatch - 4d -
This is the best tax bracket for a Roth IRA conversion, advisors say
If you’re eyeing a Roth conversion, your tax bracket could help decide whether the transfer makes sense. Here’s what to know, according to financial experts.CNBC - 4d -
With al-Assad Gone, Syrians Search Prisons for Traces of Their Loved Ones
Guided by cellphone flashlights, relatives searched a notorious lockup in Damascus for traces of loved ones who were snatched during the regime of Bashar al-Assad.The New York Times - 5d -
Ichiro Has My Baseball Hall of Fame Vote Despite Our History
My ballot: Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia, Billy Wagner, Andy Pettitte, Chase Utley, Jimmy Rollins. The last time I interviewed Ichiro Suzuki was spring training of 2019 when he was trying to earn a ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
WNBA, WNBPA meet in person for 'preliminary conversations' on new collective bargaining agreement
The WNBPA announced its intention to opt out of the current CBA at the end of the 2025 seasonCBS Sports - 6d -
Al-Assad Is Gone, and One Idea Fills My Brain
On Sunday at 3 a.m. my mother woke me with a shaky voice. All our phones were ringing and the TV was loud. “He fell, Zaina, he fell. Assad fell.”The New York Times - 6d -
Syria in maps: Who controls the country now Assad has gone?
A visual guide to the latest developments after Syrian rebels toppled President Bashar al-Assad 13 years after the start of the country's civil war.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Our humdrum A-Z goes back further than we think
An archaeological discovery in Syria may force a revision of the alphabet’s origin storyFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
My ex-husband is worth 10 times what I’m worth. Is it fair that we contribute equally to our son’s college education?
“When I suggested I now want to pay less, my former spouse said he didn’t want to finance my savings.”MarketWatch - Dec. 9 -
That Roth IRA conversion comes with a tax bill — here's how to pay for it
If you're eyeing a year-end Roth IRA conversion, you'll need to plan for the upfront tax bill. Here are some strategies to manage your taxes, experts say.CNBC - Dec. 9 -
France’s First Big #MeToo Case Goes to Trial
The actress Adèle Haenel has accused the director Christophe Ruggia of grooming and sexually assaulting her when she was 12. If found guilty, he faces up to a decade in prison.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
'I miss my son': Jordan Neely's father, DA react to Daniel Penny verdict
The Daniel Penny jury will deliberate whether he committed criminally negligent homicide when he placed Jordan Neely in a chokehold on a subway car in May 2023.ABC News - Dec. 9 -
Legacy Of Kain: Soul Reaver 1&2 Remastered Review - My Wayward Son Returns
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver was ahead of its time when it launched in 1999 for the original PlayStation. From its storytelling and worldbuilding to the technical prowess behind its interconnected ...GameSpot - Dec. 9 -
Hunter goes free — Trump to go wild?
President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, has been criticized as a moral compromise that undermines faith in the nation's justice system and could be used by Trump to target ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
With al-Assad gone, German opposition raises return of Syria refugees
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"They're all gone": The tragedy of the 1972 Munich Olympics
At the 1972 Munich Olympics, Arab terrorists took the Israeli team hostage. Former news and sports exec Sean McManus, son of ABC Sports commentator Jim McKay, looks back on that tragedy, and of ...CBS News - Dec. 8 -
She Sued Over Transgender ‘Conversion Therapy,’ a First for China
Ling’er won a settlement payout from the hospital where she was held for three months against her will and subjected to electroshock therapy.The New York Times - Dec. 8 -
‘I’m a mother in turmoil’: My daughter refuses to see me — and she won’t let me see my grandchild. Should I cut her out of our will?
“Our family trust is a couple of decades old and needs revision.”MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
At Fox Nation ceremony, Trump boasts about recent conversations with foreign leaders
After receiving Fox Nation's Patriot of the Year Award Thursday, President-elect Donald Trump spoke about recent conversations with the leaders of Canada and Mexico.ABC News - Dec. 6 -
You be the judge: my flatmate is going travelling. Should he take our kitchen appliances with him?
Ronan wants to claim the air fryer and blender, but Kyle says these things now belong to the flat. You decide whose argument is undercooked Find out how to get a disagreement settled or become a ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
At Fox News ceremony, Trump boasts about recent conversations with foreign leaders
After receiving Fox News' Patriot of the Year Award Thursday night, President-elect Donald Trump spoke about recent conversations with the leaders of Canada and Mexico.ABC News - Dec. 6 -
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy’s DOGE Goes to Congress
The tycoons in charge of President-elect Donald J. Trump’s amorphous government efficiency initiative made the rounds on Capitol Hill, bashing debt but revealing little about how they will tackle it.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Get Fire Emblem Engage For Only $20 Before It's Gone
Fire Emblem Engage is on sale for an incredible price at Best Buy . While. supplies last, you can get the tactical RPG for only $20 (was $60). We expect this deal to sell out fast. Best Buy also ...GameSpot - Dec. 5 -
Toronto goes with Tempo for WNBA team's name
The WNBA's newest team, to begin play in 2026, will be called the Toronto Tempo, with the franchise pointing to the city's "feel" and "energy" as inspiration.ESPN - Dec. 5 -
People Who Excel at Conversation Always Do This, Says Stanford Communications Expert
Taking a few minutes for mental preparation can help you shine in any conversation.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
How Draymond mended rocky KD relationship in offseason conversation
Draymond Green revealed a conversation he had with Kevin Durant in the offseason that helped mend the two former teammates' relationship.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
Moskowitz on joining DOGE Caucus: 'We got to go to where the conversations are happening'
Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) on Tuesday defended his decision to become the first Democrat to join the Delivering Outstanding Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus. The group aims to be a ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Transgender care for minors goes before SCOTUS
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story SCOTUS to hear first case on transgender care for minors On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will hear arguments ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Tuberville on Hunter Biden pardon: 'If it was my son, I’d pardon him, too'
Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) seemingly agreed with President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden over the weekend, but took issue with the president's prior vow to stay out of the ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Live: The 247+ best Cyber Monday deals to shop before they're gone
Cyber Monday is in full swing, and retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Target and Costco are offering alluring discounts on major brands we know and love.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Young has gone from borderline bust to possible building block
The former No. 1 overall pick has played well since returning from his early-season benching. Now the Panthers need to start building a winning team around hm.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2
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