‘Still so relatable’: how teenage discovery of the Brontës fostered career in literature

The Christmas that went wrong: My grandma was so shocked by our tree that she destroyed it

On seeing it in the dark, my Vietnamese grandmother was convinced it was Buddha himself – and that she had died and passed into the afterlife. When my cousins and I were young, we built a ...

The Guardian - 2h

Indian Ocean Tsunami Was the Deadliest in History. 20 Years Later, Challenges Still Remain.

Experts said they were “blind” to the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004. Twenty years later, working toward a world without tsunami deaths is a challenge.

The New York Times - 7h

Still Sounding Young at 85, She Is the Voice of Old Japan

Midori Kato is the last original member of the cast of “Sazae-san,” a cartoon series that premiered in 1969 and never quite joined the modern world.

The New York Times - 7h

8-year-old Oklahoma girl still missing, father dead after SUV swept away in floodwaters

The tragic incident on Tuesday when her family's SUV left the roadway, got caught in a drainage ditch near U.S. 75 and Taylor Street, and was carried away by strong currents.

CBS News - 8h

Patrick Mahomes wanted to give his wife this football-related Christmas gift, delivered with win over Steelers

His wife asked him to secure the AFC's No. 1 seed, and he came through on Christmas Day

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Before the algorithm, we watched ‘surprise TV’, and it can still offer unexpected delights | Emma Wilkins

Our family’s holiday tradition? We throw caution to the wind and surrender to the novelty of free-to-air television. I can see why kids who find themselves at a holiday shack where the only ...

The Guardian - 22h

Richard Perry, record producer behind 'You're So Vain' and other hits, dies at 82

Hitmaking record producer Richard Perry has died at 82

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Ex-Eagles player pleads guilty to federal fraud charges related to pandemic aid programs

Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. is facing sentencing after he pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges

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How NASA Might Change Under Donald Trump

The Trump transition team is looking for “big changes” at NASA—including some cuts.

Wired - 1d

'It still bugs me': Ohio State will be out for revenge against Oregon

The Buckeyes were dominant in their first-round matchup with Tennessee. Now they're turning their attention to the College Football Playoff's top seed.

ESPN - 1d

Deli Owners Still Reeling From Recent Food Recalls

Sales of cold-cut sandwiches are slowly climbing but still haven’t reached pre-recall numbers.

Inc. - 1d

It Was a Record Year for Dating Apps. They Still Don’t Have It Figured Out

Suddenly, every possible dating and hookup app for every possible scenario exists—AI girlfriends, kink-positive polyamory, gay cruising. Why does it feel like none of them are the answer?

Wired - 2d

Research Finds Vaccines Are Not Behind the Rise in Autism. So What Is?

There is no one factor that causes autism — or explains its growing prevalence. Researchers are seeking explanations for the surge. Here are some possibilities.

The New York Times - 2d

How will history remember Biden's presidency?

What will Joe Biden's legacy be as president?

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Steph reacts to LeBron's one-liner about what still makes NBA great

Steph Curry and LeBron James reminded fans that they still can put on epic shows late in their respective NBA careers.

Yahoo Sports - 6h

Shaheen breaks glass ceiling on Foreign Relations Committee

Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) insists the Senate can chart a bipartisan course on global challenges under President-elect Trump, despite the Republican leader demonstrating his disruptive influence ...

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‘Still so relatable’: how teenage discovery of the Brontës fostered career in literature

Lucy Powrie was 15 when she read Agnes Grey. Ten years on she is chair of the Brontë Parsonage Museum. Lucy Powrie was 15 years old when she first read Anne Brontë ’s 1847 novel Agnes Grey and ...

The Guardian - 1d

The paradox of Christmas is what makes it so compelling

In containing everything all at once, it turns a magnifying glass on your life

Financial Times - 1d

Federal Reserve proposes more transparency in bank stress tests, but banks still sue

Trade groups representing the largest U.S. banks on Tuesday filed suit in federal court to force more transparency in the U.S. Federal Reserve’s bank stress tests imposed after the 2008 global ...

MarketWatch - 1d

Rodgers muses on 'being released by a teenager'

Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, whose football future remains a mystery, suggested Monday that he could be released at the end of the season.

ESPN - 1d

Is a high-yield savings account still worth it? Here's why it may be, according to experts.

A high-yield savings account may be worth it for savers — especially those with short-term savings goals.

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How to find the most affordable car insurance

Auto insurance costs are rising, but drivers can still find affordable car insurance with the help of these tips.

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How to shop a humidifier — plus how often you should clean it

Find the best humidifiers to relieve allergies and dry skin. Shop humidifiers from brands like Honeywell, Levoit, Vicks and more.

NBC News - 1d

Discovery of 50,000-year-old baby mammoth a big boon to researchers

A baby mammoth that lay almost perfectly preserved for 50,000 years in the now-melting permafrost of eastern Siberia has been unveiled by a team of scientists.

NBC News - 1d

There's a real winter wonderland in Finland—here's how to visit

Yahoo News - 2d

Teenager who lost legs walking again for Christmas

The promising goalkeeper - badly injured in a car crash - is now "thankful" to be home for good.

BBC News - 2d

How we fell out of love with dating apps

The biggest online dating companies are in crisis, as women and younger users look elsewhere, towards niche sites or real-life meets

Financial Times - 2d

Packers record first shutout of 2024 vs. Saints, ensuring there's still never been an NFL season without one

This was by far the latest in a season for the first shutout to occur

CBS Sports - 2d

Which teams have made the NFL playoffs so far? And who's been eliminated?

Nine teams are officially playoff-bound so far, and an even larger number of squads have been eliminated from postseason contention.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Aaron Rodgers muses about being released "by a teenager"

With Tuesday being Christmas Eve, Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers made his weekly visit with Pat McAfee and company a day earlier than usual.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Cyclone’s Death Toll in Mayotte Is Still Unclear

Officials have said that the death toll in Mayotte, currently at 35, could end up in the thousands. But in the capital, there were no scenes of public mourning and little talk of searches for ...

The New York Times - 2d

New York Jets’ Aaron Rodgers contemplates ‘being released by a teenager’

Rodgers, 41, acknowledges New York could release him Quarterback makes light of situation on McAfee show Aaron Rodgers is still contemplating his playing future. The star quarterback knows if he ...

The Guardian - 2d

Lamar’s 5 TDs, Kyle’s Career Season, NFL Christmas Gifts & Week 17 Predictions | McCoy & Van Noy

6x Pro Bowl DT Gerald McCoy and 2x Super Bowl champion Kyle Van Noy recap the Ravens’ dominant Week 15 win over the Steelers, featuring Lamar Jackson’s 5-TD game and Kyle’s milestone 10.5-sack ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Vols, Auburn still atop SEC-heavy AP Top 25 poll

Tennessee and Auburn remained Nos. 1-2 atop The Associated Press men's college basketball poll. It's a fitting spot for a pair of Southeastern Conference teams considering the league put 10 teams ...

ESPN - 2d

How Multifamily Investors Can Beat the Odds in 2025

Thrive amid high interest rates with these five real estate investing techniques.

Inc. - 2d

Premier League Boxing Day schedule, where to watch: Why is the day after Christmas so important for EPL?

Boxing Day serves as the annual kickoff for the Premier League's festive fixtures

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Savannah James' worst money mistake still gives her the 'heebie jeebies': It was 'a substantial amount, I'm still stressed out'

Just like everyone else, celebrities sometimes spend their money on things that they later regret. Savannah James says this was her worst money mistake.

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