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Book excerpt: "A Different Russia" by Marvin Kalb
The veteran CBS and NBC journalist writes about covering the 1963 Cold War summit between President John F. Kennedy and Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev.CBS News - 4d -
Marvin Kalb on how a Trump-Putin summit could lead to disaster
The veteran CBS and NBC journalist discusses why he believes an agreement between Trump and Putin that betrays Ukraine could send a chilling message to the rest of the world about America's ...CBS News - 4d -
Book excerpt: "Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live"
Susan Morrison's biography of the late-night comedy producer is also the history of a pop culture institution, now marking its 50th year.CBS News - 5d -
Read a free excerpt: Oprah Winfrey selects "Dream State" for book club pick
Oprah Winfrey has chosen "Dream State" by Eric Puchner as her latest book club selection. The novel delves into the complexities of life's sudden realizations and relationships.CBS News - 2d -
A Democrat Who Is Thinking Differently
Representative Jake Auchincloss discusses how the Democratic Party can offer meaningful alternatives to voters.The New York Times - 2d -
Web Extra: Eric Puchner reads excerpt from "Dream State"
In "Dream State," by Eric Puchner unveils a story of life's sudden realizations and relationships. In this excerpt, Garrett grapples with his emotions and his unexpected happiness as he watches ...CBS News - 2d -
The week's bestselling books, Feb. 16
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 12 -
The week's bestselling books, Feb. 23
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
The EU needs the courage to imagine a different digital economy
Trump’s tech oligarchs are afraid of Europe’s regulatory power — as they should beFinancial Times - Feb. 9 -
How to spot the difference between innocent fandoms and fanaticism
Social media feeds can become a slippery slope from fandoms to cult-like groups or obsessions for some. Jennifer Mercieca, a communications professor at Texas A&M University, joins "CBS Mornings ...CBS News - Feb. 12 -
How people in different states celebrate Valentine's Day
Here's a look at some of the top Valentine's Day search trends and what they reveal about how Americans planned to celebrate.CBS News - Feb. 13 -
Judge differs with Soto on Mets having best shot
Aaron Judge wasn't that surprised by Juan Soto 's decision to sign with the Mets but disagreed with his ex-teammate about which team is in a better spot to compete.ESPN - 2d -
Na Kim Designs the Book Covers You Judge
For years, Na Kim has made great books stand out. Now her paintings are catching eyes, too.The New York Times - Feb. 6 -
In Europe, New Trains and a Streamlined Booking App
Also in the works: streamlined digital booking and Eurostar competition.The New York Times - Feb. 10 -
Timothée Chalamet: Forever young in the record books?
The Bob Dylan actor could take the Oscar — and a milestone — from a close rival in this season's lead actor race.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 12 -
Unconventional Valentine's Day books for couples and singles
Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" with some of her favorite unconventional Valentine's Day reads.CBS News - Feb. 12 -
This New Algorithm for Sorting Books or Files Is Close to Perfection
The library sorting problem is used across computer science for organizing far more than just books. A new solution is less than a page-width away from the theoretical ideal.Wired - 4d -
CDC confirms Nevada dairy worker infected with different bird flu strain
A strain of bird flu spreading among dairy cows in Nevada has infected a dairy worker in the state, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Monday.NBC News - Feb. 10 -
Jets announce that they are 'moving in a different direction' without Aaron Rodgers
Rodgers will have to play elsewhere if he is going to play at all in 2025CBS Sports - Feb. 13 -
U.S. deports nearly 120 Asian migrants of different nationalities to Panama
The United States deported 119 people of different nationalities to Panama as part of a deal between the Trump administration and the Central American nation.NBC News - 6d -
Burgess brothers tread very different paths after Super League showdown
Sam’s Warrington enjoy 20-12 win against Tom’s Huddersfield in latest twist of the family tale. For more than a decade rugby league’s most famous family were synonymous with one club and one club ...The Guardian - 4d -
The mini-Rodri who 'makes a massive difference' to Man City
MOTD2 pundit Micah Richards explains why new midfielder Nico Gonzalez could end up having a huge impact on what is left of Manchester City's season.BBC News - 3d -
Joseph Parker: ‘This will mean something different. I’m doing it for myself now’
New Zealand fighter has appreciated spending time with his family as he prepares to challenge Daniel Dubois for the IBF world heavyweight title. There’s nothing quite like watching Joe Parker ...The Guardian - 3d -
WADA explains reasons for different doping bans for Sinner and Spanish figure skater
The World Anti-Doping Agency on Monday offered an explanation for why top-ranked tennis player Jannik Sinner received a much shorter doping ban than the six-year suspension it handed to a Spanish ...ABC News - 3d -
How Spain’s radically different approach to migration helped its economy soar
As immigration has increased, GDP has surged and unemployment has fallen to lowest level since 2008. From Madrid to Barcelona, restaurants and bars are brimming with people, and reservations have ...The Guardian - 2d -
Crackdown on knife sellers will make a difference, victim's sister says
Retailers must report suspicious purchases and there will be tougher sentences for selling to under-18s.BBC News - 1d -
Musk compares DOGE to Clinton's govt efficiency initiative, but there are differences
Elon Musk is likening DOGE's aggressive government overhaul to a Clinton-era task force that oversaw a shrinking of the federal workforceABC News - 1d -
Elon Musk's first foray into high-level politics looked very different
Eight years ago this summer, Elon Musk took the stage at a National Governors Association meeting before a bipartisan audience bewitched by his billions and his vision for the future.NBC News - 15h -
Lord Of The Rings Collector's Edition Book Box Set Drops To $60 At Amazon
The recently released Lord of the Rings Collector's Edition Box Set is on sale for just $60 at Amazon. Released last November, this three-volume set contains gorgeous hardcover editions of the ...GameSpot - Feb. 7 -
Harry Potter book saved from bin sells for £21,000
Auctioneer Daniel Pearce found the book on a pile of items ready to be thrown away.BBC News - Feb. 9 -
Poet Amanda Gorman helps children find their voice with new picture book
Amanda Gorman made her voice heard in January 2021 while reading the poem for President Joe Biden’s inauguration.NBC News - Feb. 9 -
Brussels becoming more supportive of Big Tech, says Booking CEO
Also in this newsletter: ruling party to lose outright majority in Kosovo electionsFinancial Times - Feb. 10 -
Host of pop culture podcast talks Beyoncé's Grammy wins, new book
Ira Madison III is a TV writer and author known for his cultural critiques. He also has a pop culture podcast called "Keep It." Madison talks about his first book "Pure Innocent Fun" and the latest ...CBS News - Feb. 10 -
We're adding to our position in a sliding stock and booking profits in a 2025 winner
We're making a pair of trades Monday as Wall Street rallies to kick off the week.CNBC - Feb. 10 -
Dark Horse's New Returnal Art Book Gets First Major Discount
The Art of Returnal $33.90 (was ...GameSpot - Feb. 10 -
Author warns of artificial intelligence without guardrails in new book
This week marks 29 years since an epic man versus machine battle. It's when IBM's supercomputer, Deep Blue, beat Garry Kasparov, the world's best chess player, in 37 moves. Kasparov eventually ...CBS News - Feb. 10 -
We're trimming a stock on a 17-session winning streak and booking big profits
You have to go all the way back to Jan. 16 to find its last down day.CNBC - Feb. 12 -
Pentagon schools suspend library books for ‘compliance review’ under Trump orders
Revealed: defense department sends memo that it’s reviewing for books ‘related to gender … or discriminatory equity ideology topics’. Tens of thousands of American children studying in Pentagon ...The Guardian - Feb. 13 -
Let Students Finish the Whole Book. It Could Change Their Lives.
Had they merely read the summary, my students would have seen many of the same words, but they’d have lacked the feeling part.The New York Times - 4d -
Keenan Jones shares wisdom from the neighborhood barbershop in new book
Educator and nonprofit founder Keenan Jones joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the role community and culture played in his debut picture book, "Saturday Morning at the 'Shop." The book follows a ...CBS News - 3d