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Trump Offers Confusing Clues on Syria
The president-elect faces hard choices about the country’s post-Assad future. His vows not to get involved might be hard to keep.The New York Times - 1d -
Theater in 2024 — the silver lining of a challenging year
The Times' theater critic selects his top SoCal stage productions for 2024, including 'Funny Girl,' 'Fat Ham,' 'Primary Trust,' 'Pacific Overtures,' 'The Brothers Size' and 'Company.'Los Angeles Times - 2d -
No charges for Jason Kelce over phone incident after slur directed at brother
Fan directed homophobic slur at Travis Kelce Jason Kelce smashed phone in response Police will not charge Jason Kelce over an altercation with a fan before a game between Penn State and Ohio ...The Guardian - 19h -
Infowars Sale to The Onion Rejected by Federal Bankruptcy Judge
The Onion’s bid for the conspiracy website was supported by the families of victims of the Sandy Hook shooting and a nonprofit focused on ending gun violence.The New York Times - 23h -
Report: Bill Belichick has offer to coach UNC
The ball is in Bill Belichick's court.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Best Buy Apple Shopping Event deals
Now until December 12th, Best Buy is offering discounts on popular Apple products like MacBooks, iPads and more.NBC News - 1d -
Yanks 'proud' of Soto offer; don't regret trade
Brian Cashman said he was "proud" of the Yankees' efforts to retain Juan Soto and that they would now pivot to other opportunities in free agency.ESPN - 1d -
Could Yankees have tried to match Mets' winning offer for Juan Soto? Bombers reportedly 'hit their limit'
Soto landed with the Mets on a 15-year, $765 million contractCBS Sports - 1d -
Mayor Adams’s Stance on Migrants Has Evolved, in Trump’s Direction
Mayor Eric Adams has become more outspoken about his desire to detain “dangerous” immigrants, a view more closely aligned with President-elect Donald J. Trump.The New York Times - 1d -
Museum Gift Shops Elevate Their Watch Lines
Recent designs include a collaboration with an award-winning architect and an elaborate pocket watch.The New York Times - 1d -
Denmark's Nykredit to Buy Spar Nord Bank
Danish financial services group Nykredit will make a cash bid for Spar Nord Bank in a deal that values the Danish bank at around $3.5 billion.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
Omnicom Will Buy Interpublic, Creating Global Ad Giant
The combined agency will be worth over $30 billion once the stock-for-stock deal closes.Inc. - 2d -
Newsom lines up resistance to Trump's second term
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is positioning himself as a leader of the Democratic resistance to Trump’s incoming second term, as chatter builds about his potential 2028 ambitions. Newsom moved ...The Hill - 2d -
Assad's Rule Collapses in Syria, Raising Concerns of a Vacuum
The events set off celebrations among the population but also sparked concerns about how the disintegration of the regime would reverberate in the region.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
Trump says he won’t direct FBI to investigate enemies but Patel will do ‘what he thinks is right’
President-elect Donald Trump says he will not direct Pam Bondi or Kash Patel to go after President Joe Biden or Jack Smith, but it’s their decision.NBC News - 3d -
Commerce Dept. Is on the Front Lines of China Policy
The department has confronted the challenge of China by restricting key exports, a policy that is likely to continue in the Trump administration.The New York Times - 3d -
Why Disney Is Plowing Cash Into a Cruise Line Expansion
The entertainment titan plans to launch seven new cruise ships by 2031, looking to overseas markets far from theme parks.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
£50k reward offered to find girl's killer
Police are searching for the person who killed Lisa Hession, who was found in an alley in 1984.BBC News - 3d -
In Congo, a Medical Mystery Offers Clues to the Mpox Epidemic
In a remote Congolese town, a medical mystery led to the discovery of alarming changes in the mpox virus and, eventually, to a global health emergency.The New York Times - 4d -
The Police Offer a Detailed Timeline of the Gunman’s Movements
Investigators have begun to piece together the actions of a man they believe killed a health care executive on a city sidewalk early Wednesday morning.The New York Times - 4d -
Which Colleges Offer Free Tuition?
Dozens of schools say they provide free tuition to students whose families earn under a certain income. How does it work?The New York Times - 4d -
Insurance giant Aviva agrees to buy Direct Line for $4.6 billion
Aviva, the U.K.’s largest insurance company, has agreed to fully-acquire Direct Line for 275 pence per share, or £3.6 billion ($4.6 billion)MarketWatch - 5d -
Bidders line up for struggling Thames Water
The water firm has received multiple bids as it faces running out of money next year.BBC News - 5d -
Aviva agrees to buy Direct Line in £3.6bn insurance deal
Combined group would control a fifth of UK motor insurance marketFinancial Times - 5d -
When consumers should buy electric cars
President-elect Donald Trump indicated that once in office, he plans on ending the consumer tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. Business Insider autos senior reporter Nora Naughton joins ...CBS News - 6d -
Aviva raises offer to buy Direct Line
FTSE 100 insurer makes second bid for its smaller rival at 261p a shareFinancial Times - 6d -
Missing: a clear direction for Starmer
Labour’s obsession with winning the next election is distorting governmentFinancial Times - 6d -
Italy’s slowing economy raises pressure on Meloni
Statistics agency halves GDP growth for 2024 as parliament adopts first part of next year’s budgetFinancial Times - 6d -
Everton’s Abdoulaye Doucouré offered to Roma
Roma appear to have been linked with a new midfielder ahead of the January window.With the future of Enzo Le Fee uncertain, as the Frenchman is reportedly unhappy with his lack of playing time, the ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Chipotle says it's raising prices 2% in response to inflation
Chipotle said it's raising its menu prices by 2%, a rare direct admission about the impact of ongoing price increases in the economy on its finances.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
High-profile South Korean cabinet ministers offer to resign
Moves pile pressure on President Yoon Suk Yeol to leave office after failed attempt to impose martial lawFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Trump ‘border czar’ offers NYC mayor a call to expedite deportations
Homan joins NewsNation's "CUOMO" to discuss what the consequences could be for lawmakers opposing mass deportations.The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Texas is offering land for Trump mass deportation facilities
Trump transition officials are exploring the possibility of building immigrant detention facilities on a plot of land recently purchased by the state of Texas.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Travel Tuesday offers big savings for those who missed Cyber Monday
From plane tickets to car rentals, the travel-themed discount day offers once-in-a-year deals. Here's what to know.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Biden doesn't offer more on Hunter Biden pardon decision reversal
President Biden did not offer more details on his reversal regarding a pardon for his son Hunter Biden. Zeke Miller, the chief White House correspondent for the Associated Press, joins CBS News ...CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Is the Ukraine conflict a proxy or direct war against Russia?
The difference between them is a matter of perception and interpretation by the (indirect and direct) belligerents involved.The Hill - Dec. 3 -
This 22-year-old once dreamt of becoming a software engineer—instead, she just directed her first TV commercial
Ash Xu once thought she'd grow up to be a software engineer. Instead, the 22-year-old is fresh off directing her first TV commercial.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Sports Direct under fire for misspelt Cymru hat
Sports Direct have been caught selling a bobble hat branded with "Cyrmu" instead of Cymru.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
One of the Best N.F.L. Kickers Ever Has Suddenly Lost His Direction
Justin Tucker has now had multiple crucial misses on either field goals or extra point attempts in four of the Ravens’ five losses.The New York Times - Dec. 2 -
What our expert shoppers are buying this Cyber Monday
Here are our editors' favorite Cyber Monday deals this year, from 100% cotton throws to marked down monitors.NBC News - Dec. 2
