'Demure' named as 2024 word of the year by Dictionary.com

Nine years and three million words of script: Acting in a video game epic

What was it like to act in a video game thought to have one of the longest scripts ever written for the medium?

BBC News - Feb. 10

2024 was deadliest year for journalists with 124 killed, report says

Of the 124 journalists and media workers who were killed in 2024, 82 were killed in the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, the Committee to Protect Journalists said.

CBS News - 4d

What Type of Business Should You Start? 20 Years Ago, Steve Jobs Needed Just 7 Words to Provide the Answer

Entrepreneurs seize opportunities. Just make sure you seize the right opportunity for you.

Inc. - 6d

Sony shares surge over 10% after it forecasts stronger revenue and profit for fiscal year 2024

Sony shares popped after it raised its 2024 outlook for annual operating profit to 1.34 trillion yen ($8.76 billion), a 2% rise from the previous financial year.

CNBC - 3d

In Trump’s Washington, Words Become Weaponized

The previous administration’s progressive lexicon has been swept away, replaced by a new official language of a bureaucracy under fire from its own president.

The New York Times - 5d

China anger as US amends wording on Taiwan independence

Beijing has slammed the US State Department, calling for it to "immediately correct its mistakes".

BBC News - 4h

7 Words Explain Why UPS Is Cutting Amazon Loose

UPS’s CEO says the company is cutting back its shipping for Amazon by 50 percent.

Inc. - Feb. 8

Buckley's 27 lead SE Louisiana over Incarnate Word 71-66

Led by Jakevion Buckley's 27 points, the SE Louisiana Lions defeated the Incarnate Word Cardinals 71-66

ABC News - Feb. 8

Trump’s Funding Freeze Raises a New Question: Is the Government’s Word Good?

Companies that get federal grants or loans usually sign a legally binding agreement and depend on getting reimbursed. The new administration has upended that expectation.

The New York Times - 2d

Vance: Wall Street Journal 'twisted my words' on Trump and Russia

Vice President Vance accused The Wall Street Journal of "twisting" his answer to a question about President Trump's stance on Russia during a recent interview he granted the outlet. "President ...

The Hill - 2d

Hospitalized Pope Francis misses St. Peter's service, but sends words of thanks

As Pope Francis continued to show "some" improvement in his lab tests, the pontiff remained hospitalized with a respiratory tract infection on Sunday, the Vatican said.

ABC News - 23h

Fewer Words, More Impact: The Power of Being Clear and Concise

Far from being cold or brusque, clarity of language shows confidence in your message and helps others align with your vision.

Inc. - 1d

Rebecca Kutler named president of MSNBC

Kutler stepped in to take over the network after the departure of Rashida Jones.

Los Angeles Times - 4d

Dua Lipa's all-night party at Glastonbury 2024

The star pop singer caught up with 60 Minutes in her RV the morning after her headline performance and an all-night celebration.

CBS News - Feb. 9

Chris Jones' top plays 2024 season

Watch highlights from Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones during the 2024 NFL season.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10

Quinyon Mitchell's top plays 2024 season

Watch highlights from Philadelphia Eagles rookie cornerback Quinyon Mitchell during the 2024 NFL season.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 10

Ranking Every N.F.L. Team After the 2024 Season

The Eagles are No. 1, but that’s not the only change as the league heads into the offseason.

The New York Times - 5d

Surprise growth in UK economy at end of 2024

The economy expanded by 0.1% between October and December, official figures suggest.

BBC News - 4d

This Is Where Asteroid 2024 YR4 Could Strike

There is a 2 percent chance that seven years from now, “the city destroyer” will hit Earth with the force of an 8-megaton nuclear weapon. Here are its possible impact points.

Wired - 4d

Trump Media reports $400 million in 2024 losses

Trump Media & Technology Group is worth almost $7 billion, but the company generated less than $4 million in revenue in 2024, according to a new filing.

CNBC - 2d

British couple named after deaths at French home

Police are investigating after the bodies of Andrew and Dawn Searle were found by a neighbour.

BBC News - Feb. 7

Jalen Hurts Named Super Bowl M.V.P.

The Eagles quarterback accounted for 293 total yards and three touchdowns in the win.

The New York Times - Feb. 10

Trump says 'too early' to name Vance as successor

President Trump said that it’s too early to name Vice President Vance as his successor in 2028, saying that while his No. 2 is skilled, so are a number of other people who could be future leaders ...

The Hill - 6d

Google officially updates name of 'Gulf of America'

Google Maps users in the U.S. will now see “Gulf of America” displayed over the body of water that was once labeled the “Gulf of Mexico.” Users in Mexico will still see the name “Gulf of Mexico,” ...

The Hill - 6d

Pentagon to restore Fort Liberty's name to Fort Bragg

The Pentagon announced Monday it would restore Fort Liberty's original name of Fort Bragg, but would honor a different Bragg than the base's original Confederate namesake.

CBS News - 6d

Family 'heartbroken' as missing sailor named as London father

Charles Todd issued a mayday call from his yacht as Storm Herminia hit the Bay of Biscay.

BBC News - 6d

The story behind Beyoncé's Chitlin' Circuit tour name

The title of the grammy-winning star's tour nods to the history of black music and entertainment.

BBC News - 6d

Double trouble? 2 clubs name Marcelinho as coach

Marcelinho Paraiba was appointed as coach of two Brazilian sides -- Carioca A2 side Americano-RJ and Nacional de Patos -- within 24 hours over the weekend.

ESPN - 5d

Trump Names 2 New Top Financial Regulators

Jonathan McKernan has been nominated to lead the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which has been in turmoil for days and has fired a number of probationary employees.

The New York Times - 5d

Hamas names next 3 hostages set to be released

Hamas has named the three Israeli hostages set to be released Saturday after the militant group had threatened to delay their release, accusing Israel of violating the terms of the Gaza ceasefire ...

CBS News - 2d

Hamas Names Hostages Set for Release on Saturday

Israel is set to free more than 360 Palestinian prisoners in an exchange that had been thrown into doubt after days of mutual recriminations, but it now appears to be on track.

The New York Times - 2d

British couple held in Iran on ‘security’ grounds named

Relatives of Craig and Lindsay Foreman say they are engaging with UK government about situation. A British couple who have been detained in Iran have been named by their family as Craig and Lindsay ...

The Guardian - 1d

Trump names Jim Byron to senior archivist role

President Trump named Jim Byron, the president and CEO of the Richard Nixon Foundation, to a senior archivist role at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). In a post Sunday on ...

The Hill - 12h

Woman shot dead on Valentine's Day named

The victim of a shooting in Knockholt is named by police as 43-year-old Lisa Smith from Slough.

BBC News - 10m

Kevin Durant's relationship with Suns, Jimmy Butler gets his money & Luka calling shots in L.A | Good Word with Goodwill

On this episode of Good Word with Goodwill, Kevin Durant significantly impacts Jimmy Butler being traded to the Warriors and his relationship with the Phoenix Suns is now severely fractured. Luka ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7

With 3 Short Words After Winning the Super Bowl, Jalen Hurts of the Philadelphia Eagles Just Taught a Brilliant Leadership Lesson

Who do you credit on your team first? There’s a right answer.

Inc. - Feb. 10

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