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Carter honored in Atlanta: "It's amazing what you can cram into 100 years."
Former President Jimmy Carter died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100.CBS News - 38m -
'There is no safe level' of alcohol to drink, doctor says—not even one glass of red wine per day
The U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy new Advisory suggests that even small amounts of alcohol could be harmful and may increase your risk of developing cancer.CNBC - 11h -
Europe readies for scattergun defence-spend bonanza
Sickly economies and budgetary pressures likely to hit proposals and any increase will be thinly spreadFinancial Times - 20h -
One Rise Of The Golden Idol Dev Is Making A New "Idol-Like"
A designer on The Rise of the Golden Idol has announced his own game, City of Voices. The game is a collaboration between his own studio, Kimi Games, and pixel artist Matt Frith. It's billed as a ...GameSpot - 1d -
Trump says Britain is 'making a very big mistake' with windfall tax on North Sea oil producers
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Friday called on Britain to "open up" the North Sea and get rid of "windmills."CNBC - 1d -
Trump's strength, unpredictability can help end war with Russia, Ukraine pres. says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is “strong and unpredictable” and those qualities can be a decisive factor in his policy approach to Russia’s invasion ...ABC News - 1d -
How soon can you file your 2024 income-tax return? Here’s your 2025 tax-season road map.
Tax season is just around the corner and it’s never too early to get startedMarketWatch - 11h -
Only US leadership can stop China’s economic power in Latin America
The only way to stop China’s accelerated advance in Latin America continues to be democracy and the counterweight of greater leadership from Europe and the U.S.The Hill - 11h -
What to expect in 2025 if economist forecasts are as bad as usual
Nobody has a crystal ball, and that’s demonstrated every year when Wall Street’s professionals hazard a guess on what to expect for the following year.MarketWatch - 11h -
Mortgage rates inch up to start the year at a near six-month high. Will the housing market become more affordable in 2025?
The 30-year mortgage rate averaged at 6.91%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.MarketWatch - 11h -
One Year After Being Fired, He’s the N.F.L.’s Most Coveted Coaching Candidate
The prospect of taking a year off never crossed the mind of the former Titans coach Mike Vrabel. But the time away helped to crystalize his priorities.The New York Times - 1d -
Charlie Morton to sign with Orioles: Veteran pitcher agrees to one-year deal with Baltimore
The 2025 season will be Morton's 18th in MLB, and he'll make a reported $15 millionCBS Sports - 1d -
One third of workers say they are considering a job change in 2025
Twenty-twenty-five is set to see seismic change in the workforce, if the findings of a new report are anything to go by. According to the Global Talent Barometer from Manpower Group, 35 percent of ...The Hill - 1d -
FBI says New Orleans attacker likely acted alone
According to federal investigators, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the man who drove a truck into a crowd in New Orleans on New Year's Day, likely carried out the attack alone. The FBI says Jabbar posted five ...CBS News - 1d -
Massie says he won't vote for Johnson: 'You can pull all my fingernails out'
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) affirmed his decision to not support Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) in the Speaker’s race, even if his colleague Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) would land a top spot on the House ...The Hill - 1d -
How can police prevent attacks like the one in New Orleans?
Fourteen died and dozens more were injured when a vehicle drove into a crowd on New Orleans' Canal and Bourbon Streets.The Hill - 1d -
‘A lesson like no other’: readers’ favourite learning holidays
From surfing to singing, mastering a new skill can add an inspiring new dimension to a holiday. Our tipsters share their most rewarding experiences. We took the train to Birkenhead then overnight ...The Guardian - 1d -
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs can make 2025 a happy new year
Don’t miss these top money and investing features.MarketWatch - 1d -
Suspect in deadly New Orleans attack likely acted alone, FBI says
The FBI said the suspect in the New Orleans pickup truck attack likely acted alone. Authorities said Shamsud-Din Jabbar posted several videos proclaiming his support for ISIS before the attack. ...NBC News - 2d -
UK heading for tax rises despite return to growth, economists say
The FT’s annual poll forecasts better performance than France and GermanyFinancial Times - 2d -
New Orleans Attacker Most Likely Acted Alone, Officials Say
They also said they did not see a “definitive link” between the attack and an explosion at a Trump hotel in Las Vegas, but cautioned that it’s too early to be sure.The New York Times - 2d -
What economists say about the UK’s outlook for 2025
Below are full responses to the FT’s annual survey about the British economyFinancial Times - 2d -
Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy call remote work a 'Covid-era privilege.' Economists say it's here to stay
Economists say the work-from-home trend, which was widespread during the pandemic, won't diminish to its pre-Covid level because it's profitable for employers.CNBC - 2d -
Ron Johnson: Reducing 'out of control' government spending is not only 'reasonable but doable'
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) doubled down on a conservative plan to reduce government spending with new proposals outlined in an op-ed published by The Wall Street Journal. “Federal spending is out of ...The Hill - 2d -
One New Year’s Resolution for Every N.B.A. Team
For some franchises, spicing up the trade deadline is the primary objective, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - 2d -
Only UK's fourth warmest year ever – but which weather records were broken in 2024?
Tomasz Schafernaker looks back at this year's UK weather - from record breaking heat to red warnings.BBC News - 2d -
Politicians Want to Make New York Affordable. They Mean It This Time.
With voters anxious about the cost of living, politicians are eager to show how they are trying to help alleviate the crisis.The New York Times - 2d -
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During the holidays, reports of domestic violence surge. But what if next year could be different? | Frances Ryan
Labour has promised to halve violence against women. As another year of grim statistics beckons, that’s a speck of hope worth grasping. There is a classic Christmas episode of EastEnders in which ...The Guardian - 2d -
Gold set to rally further this year, say Wall Street banks
Yellow metal expected to continue to benefit from buying by global central banksFinancial Times - 2d -
'No-one can replace Saka' - but Nwaneri, 17, gives Arsenal hope
With Bukayo Saka out until March, 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri shows glimpses against Brentford to give Arsenal hope.BBC News - 3d -
Rebels Easily Toppled Syria’s Army. Their Challenge Now: Rebuilding.
The rebels’ path to victory is littered with evidence of Syria’s defeated military. It also reflects the sizable task of trying to put the country back together.The New York Times - 3d -
FBI says it foiled possible attack against pro-Israel group Aipac
Man accused of traveling to offices in Florida with intention of ‘killing, injuring, harassing and intimidating’. FBI agents say they have foiled a possible attack on a US pro-Israel group ...The Guardian - 3d -
For a fresh start, forget New Year’s resolutions: ‘There is a better way'—this practical 3-step plan can turn 'wishes into reality'
"Despite our best intentions, many of us struggle to see New Year's resolutions through," says UX researcher Ximena Vengoechea. "There is a better way."CNBC - 3d -
Taiwan president welcomes exchanges with China as Xi says no one can stop 'reunification'
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said he welcomed exchanges with China, but wondered whether there was goodwill from Beijing given what he said was their blocking of simple things like tourism.NBC News - 3d -
Arizona State rose from the ashes to the CFP, but there's only one way to keep the party going
A sleeping giant since the days of Jake Plummer, Arizona State hopes its historic 2024 season "activates the valley"CBS Sports - 4d
