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Why 2025 looks like a great year to retire
The baby-boom generation has landed on its feet — again.MarketWatch - 2h -
TV is too risk-averse, says Grange Hill creator
Sir Phil Redmond says modern broadcasting lacks courage, suggesting rules should be broken more often.BBC News - 4h -
Waymo dominated U.S. robotaxi market in 2024, but Tesla and Amazon's Zoox loom
Waymo may have outlasted GM's Cruise to lead the U.S. market but Elon Musk's Tesla and Amazon's Zoox are working to catch up.CNBC - 20h -
Mark Cuban tried to invest in Musical.ly before it became TikTok—'I liked it better when it was dances'
Mark Cuban says TikTok is becoming too business-oriented, but there was once a time when he wanted to invest in the company that later became the popular app.CNBC - 1d -
Expect a quieter Jan. 6 this time around — as long as Republicans avert a looming speakership crisis
No Democrats are circulating plans to object to Donald Trump’s victory. Kamala Harris plans to certify his win. Republicans just need to make sure they elect a speaker in time.Politico - 1d -
Oscars 2025: Will directors continue to look across the globe?
The academy's directors branch may be the most adventurous group of Oscar voters. Who will they nominate at the Oscars this year?Los Angeles Times - 1d -
In Some Doctors’ Offices, the Weigh-In Is No Longer Required
It may be a longstanding practice, but critics say routine weight measurements are driving some patients away from care.The New York Times - 1d -
How Rebelstork Built a Platform to Save Millions of Pounds of Baby Gear From Landfills
Most returned baby gear gets thrown away. Rebelstork founder Emily Hosie is leveraging technology to change that.Inc. - 1d -
'Scrubs' creator says reboot is a 'no-lose' situation: 'I'll deal with the consequences'
Bill Lawrence, riding a career high at 55, opens up about the 'Shrinking' finale, what's next for 'Ted Lasso' and how to fix television's star problem.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
NFL players who use platform to share their faith say it's their duty to spread their love of Jesus
Jake Bates was standing on the turf in his hometown of Houston when asked to reflect on an unlikely journey from learning how to sell bricks to making game-winning kicks for the Detroit LionsABC News - 2d -
Swiatek was 'scared' of reaction after doping ban
Iga Swiatek says she feared a more negative reaction to her doping ban and does not expect an appeal by the World Anti-Doping Agency after serving a one-month suspension.BBC News - 6h -
Some African Leaders Are Optimistic About Trump
In his first term, Donald Trump denigrated African nations, but leaders there are hopeful his return will bring more investment and less pressure to uphold democracy and human rights.The New York Times - 7h -
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Call the Midwife creator: 'People tell me birth stories in the supermarket'
Heidi Thomas, writer of the BBC One show, says it touches people's lives "in a very profound way".BBC News - 17h -
Chiefs look forward to bye, rest with AFC clinched
Star quarterback Patrick Mahomes said the Chiefs have never needed a playoff bye quite like they do this season.ESPN - 1d -
Waymo dominated U.S. robotaxi market in 2024, but Tesla and Amazon's Zoox loom
Despite General Motor’s decision to shutter its Cruise robotaxi business earlier this month, the U.S. has never been closer to a driverless future.NBC News - 1d -
Government 'committed' to banning trail hunting
As Boxing Day hunts gather, campaigners have urged the government to deliver on its manifesto pledge.BBC News - 1d -
Anxious about a looming TikTok ban, some American creators look to other platforms
The clock is ticking for American creators who say they are both nervous and frustrated as they prepare for a potential nationwide ban of TikTok next month.NBC News - 1d -
Dozens killed in Kazakhstan plane crash, but some survive
An Azerbaijan Airlines jet flying from Azerbaijan to Russia crashed near the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan, along the shores of the Caspian Sea on Christmas Day while attempting to make an emergency ...CBS News - 1d -
Booker out for Xmas; other stars questionable
Suns guard Devin Booker is set to miss Wednesday's game against the Nuggets. Several other stars are listed as questionable.ESPN - 1d -
Hamas and Israel blame each other for ceasefire delay
The Palestinian militant group Hamas and Israel traded blame over their failure to conclude a ceasefire agreement despite recent progress reported by both sides.NBC News - 2d -
Older music has been getting a second life on TikTok, data shows
Despite newer artists having viral moments, app users also enjoyed old school acts including Bronski Beat and Sade . This was the year that gen Z had their “ Brat summer ”, or so we were led to ...The Guardian - 2d -
Take a look back at some of the most iconic Christmas TV episodes
Entertainment Weekly has named the 30 best TV Christmas episodes, including “The Office,” “30 Rock,” "The Bear" and more!NBC News - 2d -
American Airlines flights resume with some delays after ground stop due to "technical issue"
Some travelers are dealing with delays after American Airlines issued a ground stop for all U.S. flights due to a "technical issue" on Christmas Eve. The Federal Aviation Administration lifted the ...CBS News - 3d -
Pack clinch, but 'some concern' over Watson injury
On a night when they authored the first shutout of the NFL season -- 34-0 over the Saints -- and clinched a playoff berth for the second straight year, about the only problem the Packers endured ...ESPN - 3d -
YouTube Creator Denounces PayPal Browser Extension Honey as a Scam
A video tech investigator detailed evidence and claims Honey systematically steals referral commissions from influencers—including those it pays to promote the app.Inc. - 3d -
Everything to know about platinum and palladium, the other precious metals
Platinum and palladium can be valuable alternative investments, but their volatility could make them more risky.CBS News - 3d -
Iran lifts ban on WhatsApp and Google Play
Reformist government promises removal of more internet curbs as it seeks to ease restrictions on populationFinancial Times - 3d -
Tens of Millions of Americans Use TikTok Daily, Despite Looming Ban
Absent any last-minute intervention, the video messaging app will go dark in the U.S. on January 19, affecting the online lives and businesses of a huge percentage of people.Inc. - 3d -
Person caught in train doors pulled along platform
A passenger’s hand became trapped in the closing doors of a train leaving Ealing Broadway station.BBC News - 3d -
Jared McCain’s painted nails and TikTok dances lay bare the worst of NBA fandom
The hate targeted at the 76ers’ rookie star for being his extroverted self has renewed conversations over entrenched homophobia in sports, especially among Black men. When the Philadelphia 76ers ...The Guardian - 3d -
'Bad Sisters' creator Sharon Horgan on Season 2's finale: 'What if it happened again?'
The creator of Apple TV+'s Irish drama about close-knit sisters with a secret discusses the Season 2 finale of the series.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Gavin & Stacey finale
BBC News goes behind the scenes during the filming of final episode and speaks to the whole cast.BBC News - 3d -
New-look Astros admit talks with Bregman stalled
On Monday, in a news conference introducing first baseman Christian Walker to the club, Houston general manager Dana Brown said the Astros had hoped to re-sign Alex Bregman, the team's third ...ESPN - 3d -
Americans more hopeful about 2025 than 2024, CBS News poll finds
A new CBS News poll finds Americans are more hopeful about 2025 than 2024. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto unpacks the numbers.CBS News - 3d -
El Salvador lawmakers overturn mining ban
President Nayib Bukele had called prohibition ‘absurd’ despite pushback from environmental and social groupsFinancial Times - 3d -
Trump Says it Could be Worth Keeping TikTok in U.S. for a Little While
The President-elect said the attention he’s gotten on the social platform prompted him to think it should keep operating, despite a law requiring its sale by Jan. 19.Inc. - 3d -
Congress Delays Threatened DJI Drone Ban for a Year
The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act passed without an amendment effectively banning the China-made drones, but left a door open for a prohibition in 12 months.Inc. - 4d -
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Bridge collapse in Brazil leaves at least 2 dead and a dozen others missing
Brazilian police say that that at least two people have been killed and a dozen others are missing after the collapse of a bridge that linked two northern statesABC News - 4d
