An Entire Book Was Written in DNA—and You Can Buy It for $60

What may be the first commercially available book saved in DNA is the latest example of how consumers might use molecular data storage.

Wired - 14h

Can a debt collector take you to court after 7 years?

Time-barred debts will eventually fall off your credit report, but the debt collection attempts may not end.

CBS News - 20h

Ask not what your government can do for you

The instinct to over-intervene runs across the political spectrum

Financial Times - 1d

Amazon’s ‘Try Before You Buy’ Option for Prime Members to End Jan. 31

The enormous growth of generous return polices for online purchases is a factor in the digital retail giant’s decision to end the benefit for its membership fee-paying customers.

Inc. - 2d

This Communication Hack Can Help You Persuade Anyone

Science reveals how the present tense can be your superpower.

Inc. - 4d

‘You don’t just go and buy a country’: Greenland plunged into geopolitical storm

Residents of Nuuk do not want to be part of the US but welcome a discussion of their sovereignty

Financial Times - 5d

N.H.L. Players Rely on These 9 Routines to Recover. You Can Too.

You might not be playing 82 games of professional hockey a year, but these methods could help just the same.

The New York Times - 5d

The Brightest Comet of 2025 Is Coming. Here’s How You Can See It Shine

On January 13, Atlas C/2024 G3 will reach its closest point to the sun.

Wired - 6d

Severance: it’s a gorgeously odd return for this surreal drama – if you can work out what’s happening

The clever, idiosyncratic satire of workplace culture returns for a visually stunning second season. But don’t expect its mysterious plot to go easy on viewers. In my early 20s, I worked for a pub ...

The Guardian - 6d

Maintaining good balance is crucial as you age. Asking these questions can help

To age well, geriatricians say one underappreciated key is maintaining good balance

ABC News - 6d

Here's when you can start filing your 2024 tax returns

The new tax season is here. Read on to learn when you can file your 2024 tax return and get your refund.

CBS News - 6d

Amazon to shut down 'Try Before You Buy' rival to Stitch Fix

Amazon is discontinuing a service that let Prime members try on clothes, shoes and accessories, and only pay for the items they want to keep.

CNBC - 6d

It's 'Dry January.' Here's how much you can save by not drinking for a month

Giving up alcohol for 31 days is associated with numerous health benefits. But for a growing number of adults, saving money is a top motivator.

CNBC - 6d

Are you making it in this economy, or just getting by? These two factors can determine your status.

The last four years ushered in a divided economy that left some Americans “clobbered” and others racing ahead. Two factors — homeownership and stock ownership — determined the difference.

MarketWatch - Jan. 10

How Wildfire Smoke Affects Your Health—and How You Can Protect Yourself

Exposure to smoke is dangerous regardless of your health status, so follow these steps to limit the risk.

Wired - Jan. 10

Star Psychologist Adam Grant Says Reading These 3 Books Will Make You Happier in 2025

These books will ‘feed your mind,’ the Wharton professor and best-selling author writes.

Inc. - Jan. 10

The Roller-Skating Economist You Can Thank for Congestion Pricing

Charging drivers to enter Lower Manhattan vindicates the lifelong mission of a Nobel laureate who, as it happened, died behind the wheel of a car.

The New York Times - Jan. 10

The 'quad-demic': What is it, and how can you stay healthy?

Hospitals and medical facilities are updating masking guidelines as a quartet of viruses are surging.

The Hill - Jan. 9

The 31 Best Gadgets From CES 2025 You Can Buy Right Now

From smartphones to smart glasses, here’s everything announced at this year's big tech trade show that you can actually order—or preorder—today.

Wired - Jan. 9

Agent's Take: Ultimate 2024 end-of-season, 53-man roster that's the best team money can buy

Here's our ultimate 53-man roster, with salary cap and draft restrictions taken into account

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

Can you take out a HELOC with high credit card debt?

A HELOC is one of the most affordable borrowing options right now, but can you qualify for one with a lot of debt?

CBS News - Jan. 8

Grab 3 Movies On 4K Blu-Ray For Only $33 At Amazon While You Can

3 for $33 Movies on 4K Blu-ray Amazon's new movie sale includes hundreds of popular 4K ...

GameSpot - Jan. 7

You can save 50% off on Crest 3D Whitestrips right now

This at-home whitening kit is at one of its lowest prices for a limited time. The kit retails for $49.99 and is currently on sale for $24.79 on Amazon.

NBC News - Jan. 7

Wharton psychologist Adam Grant: 4 new books to read if you want to have better relationships in 2025

"I had three filters: screen out what's inaccurate, impractical, and uninteresting," Grant wrote of his book recommendations.

CNBC - Jan. 7

Agentic AI can help you to get a new software engineering job in 2025

Thanks to a widening skills shortage, software engineers don’t generally have to look too far for a new role on better money.

VentureBeat - Jan. 7

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Physical Edition Gets PS5 Reprint - Snag It While You Can

Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade ...

GameSpot - Jan. 6

Nikki Glaser zings Hollywood for Harris support: You can do anything 'except tell the country who to vote for'

Nikki Glaser is ribbing Hollywood stars that their substantial support for Vice President Harris's White House bid failed to win her the presidential race against President-elect Trump. "I am not ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

The big idea: can what you eat change your mind?

From designer drinks to dodgy leftovers, our brain responds to food in surprising ways. Probiotic drinks, brain-boosting superfoods, gut-healthy snack bars: every day we’re bombarded with ...

The Guardian - Jan. 6

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 - Jan. 4

Have an extra $4 million? You could buy the ‘Breaking Bad’ house

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The house made famous by the “Breaking Bad” TV series is up for sale, and the owners of the otherwise unassuming home in one of Albuquerque’s older neighborhoods are hoping the ...

NBC News - Jan. 4

It's time to boost 401(k) plan contributions for 2025 — here's how much more you can save

If you're feeling behind on retirement savings, you can make higher 401(k) plan deferrals and catch-up contributions for 2025. Here's what to know.

CNBC - Jan. 3

Can you be a Liverpool legend after playing for Man Utd?

Former Liverpool and Manchester United striker Michael Owen talks to BBC Sport's Dion Dublin about the rivalry between the two clubs and what it is like to have a foot in both camps.

BBC News - Jan. 3

How Meta’s latest research proves you can use generative AI to understand user intent

By thinking about recommendation as a generative problem, you can tackle it from new angles and use LLMs to better understand user intent.

VentureBeat - Jan. 3

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 - Jan. 3

Best MacBooks (2025): Which Apple Laptop Should You Buy?

Having a hard time choosing from Apple’s complex MacBook lineup? Let us help you find the right laptop.

Wired - Jan. 3

Branded content you can trust

CBS News Brand Studio provides creative, narrative-driven branded content from a trusted, legacy brand with the SEO and social media power to deliver results.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Can you pay to delete collection accounts from your credit report?

A pay-for-delete approach could help your credit, but is it a legitimate option to consider? Here's what to know.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Should you buy a home in 2025? Here's what experts think.

Understanding market trends and evaluating your financial standing can help you decide when to purchase a home.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Tim Ferris Does This 60-Minute Exercise to Start Each New Year and So Should You

A past year review can help you do more of what you love and less of what you hate in the coming year.

Inc. - Jan. 2

17 Best Mattresses You Can Buy Online—We Tested for a Week Each (2025)

I’ve spent years testing dozens of bed-in-a-box hybrid, foam, and certified organic mattresses.

Wired - Jan. 1

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