A Pro Trump Group’s Risky Bet on Infrequent Voters Seems to Have Paid Off

Disney Pulled the Plug on This Game in 2013. A Group of Teens Kept It Alive

Thanks to a bunch of game-makers who were still teens when Toontown Online disappeared, the beloved online world lives on as Toontown Rewritten.

Wired - 21m

FirstFT: Private equity groups unable to sell or list China-based portfolio companies

Also in today’s newsletter, picks for France’s new cabinet, and Russian cargo ship sinks in the Mediterranean Sea

Financial Times - 1h

‘I’m young, debt-free and happy-go-lucky’: My boyfriend has $45,000 in debts, two houses, two kids and pays child support. Is he a safe bet to marry?

“Lately, we’ve been discussing the future, including marriage.”

MarketWatch - 1h

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 - 1h

David Squires on … ‘must-have’ Christmas gifts for football fans

From Tickle Me ElMou to Tiny Tears, our cartoonist has you covered if you need a last-minute football-related present. Buy a cartoon from our Print Shop David’s new book, Chaos in the Box: ...

The Guardian - 2h

30% off Samsung Promo Codes - January 2025

Enjoy the latest deals from Samsung, like 30% off phones, $100 off every time a friend uses your referral code, up to $2,700 off TVs, and more.

Wired - 6h

Prosecutor backs off attempt to reinstate charges against Alec Baldwin in 'Rust' shooting

The special prosecutor in the involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin in the deadly shooting on the set of the movie "Rust" has withdrawn an attempt to reinstate charges, a New Mexico ...

NBC News - 6h

Texans claim veteran WR Johnson off waivers

The Texans claimed wide receiver Diontae Johnson off waivers Monday.

ESPN - 6h

Matt Gaetz ethics report finds evidence he paid for sex with minor

House report finds he made payments totalling tens of thousands of dollars to women for sex and drugs on at least 20 occasions. A House ethics committee report on Matt Gaetz , the former Florida ...

The Guardian - 7h

Mulvaney on Trump, Panama Canal: It’s a negotiation

Former White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney said on Monday that President-elect Trump's recent provocations about the U.S. possibly retaking control of the Panama Canal are part of a ...

The Hill - 9h

Syria's Rebel Leaders Have Control of the Country. Now What?

The new Islamist-led government promises moderation, but officials aren’t committing to such issues as women’s rights or free elections.

The Wall Street Journal - 10h

Ex-D.C. police intel chief found guilty of tipping off Proud Boys leader ahead of Jan. 6 attack

Shane Lamond, the former D.C. Metropolitan Police intelligence unit head who was indicted last year for feeding information to Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio, was found guilty on Monday.

NBC News - 11h

House ethics report finds Matt Gaetz paid for sex with minor, used drugs

Just before leaving Washington, D.C., for the holidays, the House Ethics Committee released a long-awaited and damning report on the conduct of former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz. Scott ...

CBS News - 11h

DraftKings Sportsbook promo for NBA Christmas Day: King of the Court promo, how and where to bet Xmas games

Learn about the latest DraftKings Sportsbook promo, game picks, NBA betting advice and how and where to bet NBA games

CBS Sports - 11h

Governor thrown off horse, recovering from serious injuries

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen was transported to the hospital on Sunday after being bucked off a horse, according to a statement from his office.

ABC News - 14h

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks miffed they were left off NBA's Christmas Day slate: 'I'm pissed'

It's fair for the Bucks to feel snubbed. Then again, there are worse things in the world than having Christmas off from work.

Yahoo Sports - 14h

The New York Jets Seemed Bound for Glory. Instead, They Got Worse

Jets owner Woody Johnson’s managerial style may be a root cause of the team’s dismal performance.

Inc. - 14h

El Salvador overturns metals mining ban, defying environmental groups

President Nayib Bukele pushed for the legislation that will grant government sole authority over mining activities. El Salvador ’s legislature has overturned a seven-year-old ban on metals mining, ...

The Guardian - 15h

Study: Remote Work Policies Are Leaving Lower-Paid Workers Behind

Recent data shows that higher-income workers are holding on to remote work privileges more than their lower-paid counterparts.

Inc. - 15h

Amazon and Starbucks Workers are on Strike. Trump Might Have Something to do With It

The President-elect was no fan of unions during his first term, though observers suggest he may be more accommodating on labor issues when he returns to office.

Inc. - 17h

5 Must-Have Technologies for Entrepreneurs in 2025

Drive your business development further with tech solutions.

Inc. - 17h

Israel Intercepts Houthi Missile and Threatens Militant Group’s Leaders

Israel said it had shot down a missile fired by Houthi militants in Yemen, hours after Israel’s defense minister threatened to “behead” the group’s leadership.

The New York Times - 57m

Have a bitcoin-obsessed brother-in-law? Here’s what to tell him this Christmas.

If you think booming bitcoin was the best investment of 2024, think again.

MarketWatch - 2h

The video games you may have missed in 2024

A returning classic, a Love Island send-up and an answer to the age-old question: can you fry eggs atop Mount Everest? The year’s best games that might have passed you by. • More on the best ...

The Guardian - 6h

Trump ally Gaetz paid for sex and drugs while in office, ethics report says

An investigation details allegations of drug use and payments for sex - which the former US congressman denies.

BBC News - 14h

Anti-vaccine group with ties to RFK Jr. saw another windfall last year, records show

Del Bigtree's Informed Consent Action Network, which advocates against polio, measles, hepatitis and Covid vaccines, brought in $23 million last year, tax records show.

NBC News - 15h

10-year Treasury yield ends at 7-month high to kick off holiday-shortened week

Treasury yields advanced on Monday, with the key 10-year rate approaching 4.6% after data showed U.S. consumer confidence pulled back in December.

MarketWatch - 15h

DC police officer convicted of tipping off Proud Boys leader before Capitol attack

Shane Lamond found guilty of leaking to Enrique Tarrio that a warrant was out for his arrest before January 6. The former head of the Metropolitan police intelligence unit in Washington DC has ...

The Guardian - 15h

Greenland to Trump: We're not for sale

Greenland’s prime minister said Monday the autonomous island is not for sale after President-elect Trump said owning Greenland “is an absolute necessity” for the U.S. “Greenland is ours. We are not ...

The Hill - 15h

Highest-paid player in college football history? Transfer QB Darian Mensah's Duke deal is sign of times

$5 million budgets become $15 million and $10 million become $25 million in a market rife with NIL inflation

CBS Sports - 16h

House Ethics report says Matt Gaetz paid women for sex and used illegal drugs

The final report of the House Ethics Committee said that there was evidence former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz had paid women for sex, including a then-17-year-old girl at a party in 2017. NBC News’ ...

NBC News - 17h

Trump threatens to take the Panama Canal

President-elect Donald Trump made comments threatening to take back the Panama Canal based on what he said were high costs that ships are encountering. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.

CBS News - 17h

Greenland again tells Trump it is not for sale

It comes after the US president-elect repeated comments he made in 2019 that he would like to purchase the territory.

BBC News - 19h

$Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen hospitalized after he was 'bucked' off horse, fracturing vertebra and ribs$

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