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Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) said she will focus her time in the upcoming Congress on furthering the mission of slashing trillions in government spending and will not sit on any committees or ...The Hill - 13h -
Tyson Fury vows to focus and cut back the showboating for Usyk rematch
Boxer ready for world heavyweight title fight clash Fury more respectful now of Ukranian opponent “When I look in the mirror I don’t see a quitter,” Tyson Fury says as, having suffered the first ...The Guardian - 1d -
Pope Francis to focus on regional 'crisis and conflict' during first papal visit to Corsica
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Activist Jana calls on Markel to focus on insurance. Here’s how the firm can help create value
Activist investor Jana wants Markel to improve its insurance operations and explore a separation or sale of its private investments business.CNBC - 3d -
The Unusual Saving Technique Used by a Premier League Goalkeeper
One player forgoes using his hands to make stops, and it’s working.The New York Times - 4d -
HFC backs two-pronged reconciliation plan, urges focus on border
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Alleged Chinese spy linked to Prince Andrew had 'unusual degree of trust', ruling says
An associate of the Duke of York has been refused entry to the UK because of national security fears.BBC News - 4d -
Why Americans in their 40s need to focus on retirement planning
People in their 40s face major financial pressures, from helping their children pay for college to affording a mortgage. But as Jill Schlesinger explains, it's critical that they also concentrate ...CBS News - 5d -
Waste Management Keeps Focus on Renewable Energy, CEO Says
Waste Management remains committed to growing its renewable-energy business as it prepares for what Chief Executive Jim Fish sees as a big surge in demand for energy over the next decade.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
Ben Stokes puts Ashes on back burner to focus on England’s here and now
England captain admits he ‘spoke a little too much’ about Australia showdown instead of New Zealand and India Tests. . England are about to complete their busiest year of Test cricket with Ben ...The Guardian - 5d -
How Trump is hammering Congress ‘on every issue’ — with a clear focus
The president-elect has stayed out of year-end fights in the waning days of the Biden administration, but is fighting for his nominees and the ambitious party-line policy push next year.Politico - 5d -
Let me go home, says teenager held in Dubai after holiday romance
Marcus Fakana was sentenced to one year in prison over a sexual relationship with a British girl.BBC News - 5d -
Bidens host women's health conference to focus on health care gender gap
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden highlighted the progress made in the first year of their White House initiative.CBS News - 6d -
NFL and Nike extend their partnership with a 10-year deal, will focus on growing the sport globally
The NFL’s desire to become a global powerhouse is no secretABC News - 6d -
Unusual scales on crocodile heads due to skin growth rate, scientists say
Researchers find that varying stiffness and speeds at which skin grows lead to ‘mechanical’ formation of inward folds. It sounds like a conundrum that Rudyard Kipling would have explored in his ...The Guardian - 6d -
New York’s Best New Restaurants of 2024
Our three critics name the places, from classic French dining to a buzzing shawarma stall, that dazzled them the most this year.The New York Times - 6d -
Briton, 18, sentenced for sex with 17-year-old in Dubai
Marcus Fakana has been sentenced for a year over the relationship, a campaign group in Dubai says.BBC News - 6d -
GM shuts down robotaxi project to focus on autonomous vehicles
General Motors (GM) said Tuesday that it will no longer fund the development of robotaxis and instead focus on creating fully autonomous personal vehicles. Cruise, GM’s self-driving car ...The Hill - 6d -
Kevin Ryan Has Invested in More Than 180 Startups. Here’s What He Says Founders Should Focus On
A founding father of New York City’s tech scene explains his unconventional investment philosophy and outlook for venture capital in 2025.Inc. - 6d -
As UnitedHealth shooting puts health insurance in focus, 4 million people could get priced out of coverage if Congress doesn’t act
Inaction on Capitol Hill could soon make healthcare plans more expensive, potentially adding to the country’s uninsured rate amid rising premiums.MarketWatch - Dec. 10 -
The Shining, burritos and $5 gifts: readers’ unusual holiday traditions
Their answers are a reminder that the holidays can be whatever you want them to be. Holidays and tradition go hand in hand: Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas trees, menorah lighting, New Year’s Eve ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
"High-level" cocaine trafficker targeted by U.S. is arrested in Dubai
Othman El Ballouti, who was sanctioned by the U.S. last year, was held over an international arrest warrant issued by Belgian authorities.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
Alleged cocaine trafficker at center of international smuggling operation arrested in Dubai
An alleged drug trafficker wanted for his role in an international cocaine smuggling operation through the port of Antwerp, in Belgium, had been arrested in DubaiABC News - Dec. 9 -
New rules sharpen investment focus on modern slavery
EU human rights directive adds to US laws on forced labour — but uncertainty surrounds Trump administration’s stanceFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
Trump’s Treasury Pick Isn’t Alarming, but He Is Unusual
Some of Scott Bessent’s economic views are outside the mainstream. But at least he’s qualified.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
How might CFP Selection Committee judge conference title game losers? Georgia, SMU, Boise State in focus
The Bulldogs are likely safe in either scenario, but the Mustangs and Broncos are in the danger zoneCBS Sports - Dec. 6 -
Elon Musk Backed Trump With Over $250 Million, Fueling the Unusual ‘RBG PAC’
The enormous spending from the world’s richest man quietly fueled allied groups and was revealed only now, as Mr. Musk plays a key role in the presidential transition.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Championship Week preview: Quotes from the week, what teams need to focus on and key players
Our college football experts preview Champ Week matchups and players to watch from each team.ESPN - Dec. 6 -
With a focus on food, RFK Jr. can actually make America healthier
Kennedy has decried the prevalence of chronic disease and the “mass poisoning” of Americans by their food.The Hill - Dec. 5 -
WATCH: Granddad fights off Rolex robbers with takeout bag
A grandfather fought off two thieves with his takeout food bag as they tried to steal his Rolex watch, worth over $20,000, in London, England.ABC News - Dec. 5 -
Democrats, forget ‘resistance’ and focus on ‘betrayal’
There are a few things Democrats can do right now to drive down support for the GOP agenda and position ourselves to start winning again.The Hill - Dec. 4 -
From Chinese Patriot to American Spy: The Unusual Life of John Leung
He had been hailed by Chinese state media as a model for his efforts to promote Beijing’s interests in the United States. He was in fact an F.B.I. informant.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Ukraine ceasefire terms come into focus as Trump returns
Potential paths to a ceasefire in Ukraine are coming into focus as President-elect Trump approaches Inauguration Day, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky signaling his concessions to end ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Campari Names New CEO
The Aperol maker said it would appoint Simon Hunt as its new chief executive officer, months after Matteo Fantacchiotti resigned from the role for personal reasons.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
FACT FOCUS: Vermont ruling does not say schools can vaccinate children without parental consent
Social media users are misrepresenting a Vermont Supreme Court ruling, falsely claiming that it gives schools permission to vaccinate children even if their parents do not consentABC News - Dec. 3 -
Browns' Jameis Winston makes NFL history against Broncos by becoming first QB to pull off this unusual feat
Winston had quite a night on 'Monday Night Football'CBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
New Rules for Recruiters
Evaluating talent has become a lot more complicated, especially since truth became optional. So I’m taking a new approach.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
Gold hit record highs this year as real yields climbed. Here’s why the rally is so unusual.
A gold rush by central banks could help lift prices as high as $2,900 by the end of 2025, Wells Fargo Investment Institute said.MarketWatch - Dec. 2
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