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Planning reforms will end development chaos, says Rayner
Officials will be able to rubberstamp development plans without local authority permission under the changes.BBC News - Dec. 8 -
‘Playing games turns me into a person who makes sense’
When he was diagnosed as autistic at the age of 40, author Tim Clare saw a link to his lifelong love of board games. Here, he explains the power of the game for those who struggle to understand the ...The Guardian - Dec. 8 -
Matildas bring difficult year to an end with uplifting win and sense of revival | Jack Snape
A 6-0 thumping of Taiwan brought some life back to a dressing room that has felt funereal at times since the Olympics. In a place known by some as Pivot City, the Matildas finally turned a corner. ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Pope Francis installs 21 new cardinals, many key figures in his reform agenda
Pope Francis will have created 110 of the 140 cardinals under 80, thus eligible to vote in a conclave.CBS News - Dec. 7 -
Pope creates 21 cardinals to carry out his reform plans
Pope Francis has installed 21 new cardinals, many of whom are key figures in his reform agendaABC News - Dec. 7 -
‘It brings back a sense of belonging’: Bakhmut was destroyed by Russia – but the town lives on through its newspaper
Vpered, saved from destruction by intrepid editor Svitlana Ovcharenko, still gives hope and voice to a community in Ukraine. Before Bakhmut became famous internationally as a battleground , it was ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
US airlines attempt crackdown on air rage incidents – but why are they so common?
Experts claim cramped cabin conditions create ‘perfect storm’ of stressors that lead to mid-flight meltdowns. Was it the too-big carry-on bag? Or perhaps a rise in passenger intoxication? Or the ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
We want what’s best for the Observer – and the Guardian. That’s why the deal with Tortoise makes sense | Ole Jacob Sunde
The world’s oldest Sunday paper must have resources, a modern strategy and a new focus to thrive. This agreement guarantees all three . The strategic direction of the Observer was set several years ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Scotland’s ‘sport of kings’ hit by extreme weather and land reform
Grouse shooting industry says it sustains rural life but opponents argue it is time for transitionFinancial Times - Dec. 7 -
TikTok Creators React to Legal Ruling on U.S. Ban
The social media service was flooded with videos on Friday after a panel of judges upheld a law that could shutter the app in the United States.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
Biden proposes raising acceptable threshold for common agricultural pesticide
The Biden administration is proposing to raise a key threshold determining how much of a pesticide that’s commonly used in the agriculture industry the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finds ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
How the CFPB Could Change Under a Republican Congress
Republicans are unlikely to abolish the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, but they will drastically rework its rules and activities.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
TikTok lost a major legal bid to avoid a U.S. ban. Now what?
The U.S. Court of Appeals ruled against TikTok's request to strike down a law banning the app or forcing its divestiture. Legal experts expect TikTok will appeal.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 6 -
WNBA expansion draft: Five potential Valkyries targets that make sense for new franchise
The Valkyries are a blank slate and will be looking for young talent entering their first seasonCBS Sports - Dec. 6 -
Environmental Sensing Is Here, Tracking Everything from Forest Fires to Threatened Species
The internet of things turned every device in your house into a smart something. Now it’s coming for nature—to track forest fires and tree health or to listen out for threatened animals.Wired - Dec. 6 -
The week: Labour milestones, McSweeney and Reform
Adam and Chris look back at the political week with Tim Shipman.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
Want More People to Reply to Your Texts? Stanford Research Says Stop Making This Common Texting Mistake
Do you pepper your messages with abbreviations like ‘imo’ and ‘ttyl’? If so, new research warns you’re making a big texting mistake.Inc. - Dec. 6 -
'The biggest thing was hockey sense and versatility': Inside Team USA's 4 Nations roster selection process
With a talent pool as rich as any country's, GM Bill Guerin had many difficult decisions. Here's the inside scoop on his thought process.ESPN - Dec. 5 -
Burchett: DOGE will be 'waste of time' unless Congress acts
Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) said the proposed “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) will be a “waste of time” unless Congress acts on the “things that they're talking real big about.” “The ...The Hill - 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 -
Words on ammo in CEO shooting echo common phrase on insurer tactics: Delay, deny, defend
A message left at the scene of an insurance executive’s fatal shooting echoes a phrase commonly used to describe insurer tactics to avoid paying claimsABC News - Dec. 5 -
Brazil’s Most Common Surname Has a Grim Past
Silva, the surname of presidents and soccer stars, has long carried stigma over its colonial links. Now, many see its legacy in new ways.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Conor McGregor ordered to pay Nikita Hand's legal costs
The MMA star was found liable in a civil case taken by Ms Hand who had accused him of raping her.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
McCarthy: Gaetz wanted 'excuse to resign' from Congress
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) said Wednesday that ex-Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) wanted an "excuse to resign" from Congress when he was nominated by President-elect Trump to be ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Congress's budget gimmicks: A history of failure
Congress has a long history of using gimmicks to reduce government spending and balance the budget, but these efforts have not been successful, as evidenced by the current budget situation.The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Morning Report — Congress braces for first 100 days
In today’s issue: As Republican lawmakers gear up for the 119th Congress, the House and Senate are bracing for differing challenges in the first 100 days of President-elect Trump’s administration. ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Trump’s populist 'mandate' could disrupt business tax reform wish list
Congress, and the GOP, has changed since then-President Trump and Republicans crafted the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. And while Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and GOP leadership are gunning to get a ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Where Is Assisted Dying Legal? And What Countries Are Considering It?
Assisted dying is legal or partly legal in about a dozen countries, and more are considering allowing it.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Lee Child and Malorie Blackman urge English literature syllabus reform
More than 180 authors and publishers warn that writers of colours are under-represented in school curriculumFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Former PlayStation Boss Questions Whether Proprietary Consoles Make Sense Anymore
Although he stepped down from his position as Chairman of Sony Interactive Entertainment in 2019, Shawn Layden hasn't been shy about sharing his views about the future of the gaming industry. And ...GameSpot - Dec. 4 -
2024 NFL Week 14 QB Power Rankings: Bills' Josh Allen is new No. 1; Steelers' Russell Wilson approaches top 10
Assessing every team's starting signal-caller entering Week 14CBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
Wales the happy hunting ground for Reform
Labour is still likely to hold on to power in the SeneddFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
The 10 Best Books of 2024
The staff of The New York Times Book Review choose the year’s top fiction and nonfiction.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
'Everyone wins except the IRS' with this legal charitable donation strategy, advisor says
If you're donating money on Giving Tuesday, you may score a bigger tax break by gifting profitable investments. Here's what to know.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Most common passwords of 2024 revealed
Hackers' favorites top this year's list of most common passwords, with "123456," "password" and "qwerty123" leading the pack. Experts warn these choices make your accounts an easy target.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Scottish NHS reform 'urgently needed' - watchdog
Audit Scotland says decisions may needed about whether some services can be provided by the NHS.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Raw sewage spills push harmful bacteria beyond legal limits
Expert testing carried out for BBC Spotlight found harmful bacteria well in excess of legal limits.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Investors call for reform of Scotland’s ‘stamp duty’ to boost investment
Asset managers call for removal of ‘disincentive’ to property spending north of the borderFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
2- through 10-year yields finish higher after new Trump tariff threat
Most U.S. government debt sold off on Monday, lifting 2- and 10-year yields off their October lows, after a new tariff threat from President-elect Donald Trump reignited worries over inflation.MarketWatch - Dec. 2