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Dominican Republic seizes 9.5 tons of cocaine, marking a new record
Authorities in the Dominican Republic say they have confiscated nearly 9.5 tons of cocaineABC News - 5d -
Woman Who Fell Into Sinkhole Is Found Dead
After searching since Tuesday, the authorities in Unity Township, Pa., on Friday found the body of Elizabeth Pollard, 64, who disappeared while searching for her cat.The New York Times - 5d -
Body of grandma found at site of abandoned Pennsylvania mine
The Westmoreland Coroner tells KDKA-TV that Pollard's body was found at the site of the abandoned mine.CBS News - 5d -
Indiana Jones And The Great Circle - Lost Artifacts Of Europe Guide
The Vatican City, whether in real life or in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle , hides many riches. These include valuable items that have been lost through time. Now, it's up to you to find ...GameSpot - 5d -
Body found of Pennsylvania woman who fell into sinkhole
Authorities have found the body of 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard, the Pennsylvania woman who fell into a sinkhole while looking for her cat. CBS News affiliate KDKA has the latest details.CBS News - 5d -
Minnesota rumored to be team worth watching as NBA trade deadline nears
Trading Karl-Anthony Towns for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo has not been a smooth fit so far in Minnesota.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
As Trump Threatens Tariffs, Europe and South America Strengthen Ties
The European Union and four South American countries have reached an agreement to establish one of the largest trade zones in the world.The New York Times - 5d -
Irish parliament has worst gender diversity in western Europe, study finds
Out of 174 seats in the November election, 44 went to women in a representation of slightly more than 25%. Ireland’s new parliament has the lowest proportion of female parliamentarians in western ...The Guardian - 5d -
Will CDs still be worth opening in 2025? Here's what experts believe.
CD accounts have been a smart bet over the last few years, but will they be a good investment next year?CBS News - 5d -
Russia arrests suspected cartel members, seizes $55 million of cocaine
Russia's FSB security services said members of Colombia's infamous Cali cartel hid the drugs in a vehicle.CBS News - 5d -
Green energy from banana waste?
Scientists say they've found found a new way to turn trash into a valuable commodity. CBS News' Leah Mishkin has the story about tons of banana stems being used to power up homes, and maybe even to ...CBS News - 5d -
Trump assembling US cabinet of billionaires worth combined $340bn
President-elect tapping mega-rich backers for positions that will give them power to cut spending on public services. Enough billionaires and multimillionaires have been assembled by Donald Trump ...The Guardian - 5d -
33 Viral TikTok Gifts That Are Actually Worth a Look (2024)
We’re testing gadgets that keep showing up in our feeds. Here are the ones that deserve the hype—and would make awesome presents.Wired - 5d -
Why climate change will cause more people to flee to Europe
Also in this newsletter: Is France Eurosceptic?Financial Times - 6d -
What if the UK isn’t actually the sick man of Europe?
Britain’s illness-related inactivity crisis looks increasingly like a mirageFinancial Times - 6d -
Fancy Pajamas Worth the Price of Shipping
Pajama sets from small European labels have for some become stylish souvenirs that signal their discerning taste.The New York Times - 6d -
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Europe races to set up €500bn defence fund
Initiative is open to UK and would tap bond markets to boost spending for Trump’s White House returnFinancial Times - 6d -
Invasive 'murder hornets' found in Europe for the first time
Southern giant hornets, sometimes referred to as "murder hornets," have been found in Spain — the first detection in Europe. The hornets are a threat to bees.NBC News - 6d -
Analysis-China automakers pivot to hybrids for Europe to counter EV tariffs
Automakers in China are ramping up exports of hybrid vehicles to Europe and planning more models for the key market, exposing the limits of the European Union's electric vehicle tariff scheme. The ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Athens – the coolest wine scene in Europe?
A new generation of entrepreneurs is crushing it in AcropolisFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
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JetBlue cuts more unprofitable routes, tweaks Europe flights
JetBlue is in the middle of a new plan to return to consistent profitability and cut costs.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
OpenAI, Anthropic Expand in Europe With Zurich Offices
OpenAI said it would set up a new office in Zurich, Switzerland, as part of efforts from the ChatGPT maker to bolster its presence in Europe as the continent emerges as a key battleground for ...The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
Why France's turmoil is grave concern for Europe
There's no end in sight to the political instability as French PM Barnier faces a no-confidence vote.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Police in Trinidad and Tobago seize $6 million worth of drugs from a boat
Police in Trinidad and Tobago said they have confiscated more than $6 million worth of drugs, one of the biggest seizures in the history of the twin-island Caribbean nationABC News - Dec. 4 -
Contentious budget plans are wreaking political havoc across Europe
Post-pandemic fiscal rules are putting pressure on even the most hawkish EU members in the euro zone.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
Rio Tinto Expects Pilbara Iron-Ore Shipments to Be Roughly Flat in 2025
The world’s second-biggest miner by value, expects annual iron ore shipments from its Australian operations to be little changed in 2025.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
Gang jailed over £200m of cocaine in banana boxes
More than two tonnes of the Class A drug was seized in a shipment from Colombia to the UK in 2021.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Europe must make a choice on the steel industry
There is considerable investment into the green transition waiting to be activated, once policy clarity is achievedFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
49ers RBs McCaffrey, Mason both headed to IR
49ers running backs Christian McCaffrey and Jordan Mason are both headed to injured reserve.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
"It's Christmas": Chef urged thieves to donate $32K worth of stolen pies
A Michelin-starred chef called on the thieves who stole his van, along with 2,500 meat pies inside it, to embrace the holiday spirit.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Europe lacks a monetary response to Trump
Uncertain inflationary effects leave the ECB hoping for the bestFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
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Why Europe's Vaunted Car Industry Is in Crisis
Europe’s carmakers used to rule the world but now they are fighting battles at home and abroad.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
Visiting Europe's Christmas markets? Here's how to do it — via a river cruise
A river cruise is a convenient way to explore some of the oldest and most famous Christmas markets in Europe, writes contributor Penny Sadler.CNBC - Dec. 2 -
Michelin-starred chef pleads with thieves to return £25,000 worth of stolen pies
Tommy Banks urges those who stole van packed with 2,500 pies to ‘do the right thing’ so food can go to people in need. A Michelin-starred chef has appealed to thieves who stole his van which had ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
Are Airline Loyalty Programs Worth It?
Some travelers, frustrated with changing airline rewards programs, have stopped chasing status and adopted different strategies when booking flights and using credit cards.The New York Times - Dec. 2