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NFL's Best Wide Receiver Is Aware Of Madden Curse, Doesn't Want To Be Cover Star
Electronic Arts can go ahead and mark one potential star player off its list for cover athlete on next year's edition of the Madden NFL franchise. Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase ...GameSpot - 10h -
Ask Shrimsley: what’s the best present you received this year?
My London travel pass is amazing, and it appals me. Can we really afford to give free public transport to those of us who don’t need it?Financial Times - 14h -
It’s easier than you think to get the measure of Kemi Badenoch – just ask around in Nigeria | Nels Abbey
The Tory leader seems to see her country of origin as a useful punchbag. Yet people there have a clear view of her. The Tory leader, Kemi Badenoch, recently went viral over her comments on the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Here's what you need to know about the trial
Judges have delivered verdicts on the defendants in a case that turned a 72-year-old woman into a feminist icon.BBC News - 1d -
Do you lavish attention on others but rarely receive it? It’s time to get in touch with your own needs
Protecting yourself from the feelings that drive you may give you a sense of control – but it comes at a cost. Working through them allows you to lower your defences. Recently I was walking to a ...The Guardian - 2d -
And what do you want from Santa this Christmas? | First Dog on the Moon
An incurable illness that turns billionaires into owls. Sign up here to get an email whenever First Dog cartoons are published Get all your needs met at the First Dog shop if what you need is ...The Guardian - 2d -
2 sisters, 7 years apart in age, also receive heart transplants 7 years apart
The sisters share a special bond of getting a second chance at life, which they both received at the age of 38 years old.CBS News - 3d -
Bonmati named Fifa Best women's player of the year
Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati is named the women's player of the year at the Fifa Best Awards for the second year in a row.BBC News - 3d -
Fantasy Football Fact or Fluke: So you made the semifinals — now what?
Congratulations if you made it to the fantasy football semifinals! Renee Miller has some advice for you to help you continue your journey towards a trophy!Yahoo Sports - 3d -
The 140-Character Trick to Remember More of What You Read
Writers and geniuses insist that the surest sign you will remember what you’ve read is the ability to sum it up simply.Inc. - 3d -
'An event designed to energise fans' - what you need to know about 'The Showdown'
Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler - the PGA Tour's biggest stars - take on two of LIV Golf's poster boys Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka in 'The Showdown'.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb joins Michael Irvin as second Dallas WR with 1,000 yards receiving in four straight years
Lamb joins Irvin on more hollowed Cowboys ground as a fellow No. 88CBS Sports - 5d -
Christmas sport gift guide: the best presents for fans of all ages
Gear, running tech and a load of balls: we pick out some perfect presents and stocking fillers to satisfy ardent followers of any game. For the football fan of any age, a new ball always goes down ...The Guardian - 5d -
You be the judge: should my girlfriend stop asking me to buy her flowers?
Margaret doesn’t understand Darren’s aversion to buying flowers. He says they’re are a scam. You decide who needs to wake up and smell the roses Find out how to get a disagreement settled or ...The Guardian - 6d -
What Song Did You Discover, or Rediscover, in 2024?
We want to know why it resonated with you.The New York Times - Dec. 13 -
The real reason behind fantasy football's wide receiver problem might surprise you
Aside from a couple of names at the top, the list of wide receivers having massive fantasy football seasons looks very different than previous years.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 13 -
Emergency funds: What are they? How much should you have?
Bankrate found nearly 59% of U.S. adults are uncomfortable with the amount in their emergency fund.The Hill - Dec. 13 -
What Do You Expect From a Second Trump Presidency?
We want to hear how you imagine the next four years will unfold for you and your loved ones.The New York Times - Dec. 12 -
Should you buy a home if you have credit card debt? Here's what experts say
Credit card debt could make it difficult to get favorable mortgage rates or afford your monthly payments.CBS News - Dec. 12 -
An Article on Hysterectomies Asks What Might Have Been Lost
Rachel E. Gross, a health reporter, was used to asking tough questions, but here her reporting presented a new challenge: Some patients didn’t know which organs had been removed from their bodies.The New York Times - Dec. 12 -
What you need to know about neurodivergent burnout
Neurodivergent employees can face unique challenges at work that contribute to higher burnout rates.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 12 -
"Porch pirates" steal billions in goods every year. Here's what you can do.
With thieves ever more brazen in stealing deliveries, one company is offering insurance to reimburse consumers.CBS News - Dec. 11 -
Deebo on deleted post: 'You read what you read'
San Francisco wide receiver Deebo Samuel on Tuesday stood by the sentiment he expressed in a since-deleted social media post in which he attributed his downturn in production to a lack of ...ESPN - Dec. 11 -
The Best Ad, Tech Product, Design, and Comeback of the Year
An admittedly incomplete and selective look at the best of 2024, from the writers and editors of ‘Fast Company’ and ‘Inc.’Inc. - Dec. 9 -
The best Christmas travel gifts: 38 presents for explorers and armchair travellers
From maps and kit to travel-themed treats and accessories, here are fun present ideas for the wanderlusters in your life. Not sure what to get friends and family for Christmas? Fear not, we have ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
What's New in the Rankings of Best-Managed Companies for 2024
The biggest change this year: capturing customer sentiment by counting clicksThe Wall Street Journal - Dec. 8 -
Analysis: At dueling Mideast forums, officials ask what will happen when Donald Trump takes office
At glittering ballrooms in the Mideast this weekend, discussions of the wars and chaos gripping the region gave way to one central question: What’s going to happen when U.S. President-elect Donald ...ABC News - Dec. 7 -
A ‘Clean Girl’ Influencer’s Lawsuit Asks: Can You Copyright a Vibe?
One influencer is suing another, accusing her of copying her minimalist aesthetic on social media. It turns out there is a lot of gray area in shades of beige.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
Do weighted blankets help you sleep better? Here's what to know
Weighted blankets are a popular choice to warm up in cold weather, but research on their effectiveness is limitedABC News - Dec. 7 -
Georgia Tech coach Brent Key receives new 5-year contract after 7-5 season
Georgia Tech is in line for its second straight bowl appearance under Key, who took over as interim coach after the fourth game in 2022.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
21+ best Lego gifts to shop this year
For the best Lego gifts this year, we looked to Lego Duplo, Lego Creator and Lego Ideas.NBC News - Dec. 6 -
So You’ve Had a Hysterectomy. Do You Know What Was Removed?
Patients often are in the dark about which organs remain and which were removed — particularly the ovaries, which profoundly influence lifelong health.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
What you can do to prevent cervical cancer
After years of decline, cervical cancer rates are rising in some demographics in the United States — primarily low-income women and those in their 30s and 40s. If the disease spreads in the ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
What Can You Expect From Incoming SBA Chief Kelly Loeffler?
Assuming Loeffler’s nomination is confirmed by the Senate, many challenges await her at the Small Business Administration’s mast.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
In defense of criticism: A theater critic asks what good does it do in an upside-down world
A theater critic reflects on his profession at a time when its very survival seems on the line and champions a return of critical thinking.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
Will you be voting for 'Gladiator II' for best picture?
Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator' won the best picture Oscar nearly 24 years ago. With the sequel now out, it's time to think about its place at the Academy Awards.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 4 -
Jamie Lee Curtis' Husband Christopher Guest Called Her to Ask, 'Do You Like Diamonds?' Before Proposing
Jamie Lee Curtis and Christopher Guest are preparing to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on Dec. 18Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
For his 80th birthday, my dad asked for the gift of time. What we gave him will last generations | Ranjana Srivastava
My father was more thrilled with his present than the times we gave him lovely photos, swanky dinners and a fancy laptop. I waited until I was 15 years old to have my first major disagreement with ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
12 Inspiring Quotes to Help You Finish the Year Strong
The winner is often the one who can summon that last push when everyone else is fading.Inc. - Dec. 3
