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How Tension With a Star and Nightmare Losses Led to an Awkward N.B.A. Firing
Sacramento Kings players completed practice on Friday and prepared for a flight to face the Lakers. But before the plane even left, their coach had been fired.The New York Times - 6h -
Richard Parsons, Who Led Time Warner and Citigroup, Dies at 76
Richard Parsons built a reputation for steering big companies through tough times.Inc. - 1d -
What to Watch: Climate and Renewable Energy in 2025
Here’s what the future might hold for electric vehicles, nuclear energy, and solar power in the United States.Inc. - 1d -
Here are 12 climate resolutions to take with you into the new year
These small but meaningful changes can have a big impact when it comes to reducing your carbon footprint in 2025. Change by Degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to ...The Guardian - 1d -
The Wirecutter Show: Kitchen Gear That Lasts a Lifetime (or Extremely Close)
Quality kitchen gear can last a lifetime — but not every pot, pan or knife is made to last.The New York Times - 1d -
Climate change added 41 days of dangerous heat around world in 2024
Scientists say human-caused climate change added an average of 41 days of dangerous heat worldwide in 2024ABC News - 1d -
Climate crisis exposed people to extra six weeks of dangerous heat in 2024
Analysis shows fossil fuels are supercharging heatwaves, leaving millions prone to deadly temperatures. The climate crisis caused an additional six weeks of dangerously hot days in 2024 for the ...The Guardian - 1d -
36% of Americans took on holiday debt this year — averaging $1,181 — survey finds. These tips can help
The holiday season may linger on for those who racked up more credit card debt than they anticipated. These tips can help knock those balances down.CNBC - 2d -
Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko pardons 20 people jailed for ‘extremism’
Putin apologises over Azerbaijan plane crash; Russia’s Gazprom announces it will halt gas supplies to Moldova. Report: Putin apologises for Azerbaijan plane crash without admitting Russia at ...The Guardian - 4h -
Paul Bamba, who broke a Mike Tyson record that stood for 38 years, dies six days after 14th fight of 2024
Bamba broke Tyson's record of 14 fights and 14 knockouts in a 12-month spanCBS Sports - 8h -
How to know if you'll get an 'extra' check in January
You may get to start the year with an "extra" paycheck.The Hill - 9h -
Mike Brown led Kings to first taste of success in 16 years, then they reverted to their old ways in 20 months
Mike Brown -- the unanimous NBA Coach of the Year in 2023 -- was fired on FridayCBS Sports - 20h -
Remembering the 'kind leader' who led India with a steely resolve
A man of few words, Manmohan Singh led the country from the front - but was deeply misunderstood along the way.BBC News - 1d -
The Kings are a disaster in the clutch, and it led to Mike Brown's firing
Ironically, this team built around De'Aaron Fox and DeMar DeRozan keeps coming up short in crunch timeCBS Sports - 1d -
Average mortgage rates close 2024 at the highest since July
The housing market will end the year with its highest 30-year mortgage rate since July at 6.85%, according to data from Freddie Mac.The Hill - 1d -
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Climate change led to 41 extra days of extreme heat this year on average: Analysis
Climate change led to nearly six extra weeks of dangerous heat worldwide over the past year, according to a new study from Climate Central and World Weather Attribution. The report, released ...The Hill - 1d -
Scientists say people hit with 41 extra days of dangerous heat this year
Researchers say human-caused climate change dealt people an average of nearly six weeks of extra extreme heat in 2024, while also fueling more destructive storms.CBS News - 1d -
Rutgers blows 17-point lead, lose 44-41 to Kansas State in Rate Bowl
Dylan Edwards ran for 196 yards and scored his third touchdown on a 36-yard run in the fourth quarter, helping Kansas State rally past Rutgers 44-41 in the Rate Bowl on Thursday night.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NFL Christmas ratings: Netflix reports average of 24 million viewers for Chiefs-Steelers and Ravens-Texans
Last year's games, on normal television, averaged 29 million.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Chelsea's Boxing Day spoiled by Fulham as Blues lose at home to Cottagers for first time in 45 years
With Antonee Robinson playing a big part, Fulham once again showed their true potentialCBS Sports - 2d -
Ceremonies held across Asia to mark 20 years since Boxing Day tsunami
Waves towering up to 30 metres killed more than 220,000 people in 15 countries in deadliest tsunami in history. Ceremonies have been held in countries across Asia to remember the more than 220,000 ...The Guardian - 2d -
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Gavin and Stacey grabs TV's biggest Christmas Day audience in 16 years
More than 12 million viewers tuned in to watch the finale of Gavin and Stacey on Christmas Day.BBC News - 2d -
UK gambling with climate targets over carbon capture, say campaigners
Potential IPCC rule changes could award planned carbon savings from burning US wood pellets to the exporter, not the importer. The UK government is gambling with its own climate targets on claims ...The Guardian - 2d -
20 years on: 'My boat was metres from the shore when the Boxing Day tsunami hit'
A BBC reporter looks back to the day in 2004 when the tsunami hit while she was on the Andaman and Nicobar islands.BBC News - 3d -
Trump’s Plans to Scrap Climate Policies Has Unnerved Green Energy Investors
President-elect Donald J. Trump is expected to roll back many of the rules and subsidies that have attracted billions of dollars from the private sector to renewable energy and electric vehicles.The New York Times - 3d -
‘You learn to live with the pain’: 20 years after the Boxing Day tsunami, Australian couple remember son Paul
Joe and Evanna Giardina treasure memories of the affectionate 16-year-old they dubbed the ‘love machine’, who died in the 2004 disaster. At first, there seemed nothing to be afraid of. Joe ...The Guardian - 3d -
This Hanukkah, Choose Light Over Heat
We follow the wisdom of the ancient rabbis in approaching both the holiday and this era.The New York Times - 3d -
Hanukkah this year starts on Christmas Day in rare occurrence
The eight-day Jewish holiday of Hanukkah starts on Christmas Day in 2024, an occurrence that happens very infrequently.CBS News - 4d -
How climate change is making white Christmas a rare event
The idea of a white Christmas is becoming rarer with climate change on the rise. NBC News’ Dylan Dreyer reports.NBC News - 4d -
Extreme heat and bushfire risk across Australia’s south-east on Christmas and Boxing days as Grampians blaze rages
Three states face dangerous fire conditions as a wave of hot and dry weather triggers total fire bans and warnings of power outages. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...The Guardian - 4d -
‘We need to be prepared’: China adapts to era of extreme flooding
While some residents take to building houses in trees, officials recognise need for national response to climate disasters. Every summer, Dongting Hu, China’s second-largest freshwater lake, swells ...The Guardian - 4d -
Clubbing has changed dramatically in the past 25 years: is the party over, or just getting started?
When the millennium dawned Britain’s nightlife was as strong as it had ever been. Now, 25 years later the situation is very different – but not all change has been bad, DJs and promoters say. It’s ...The Guardian - 4d -
People With Extreme Wealth Should Give It Away—or Be Penalized
The gap between the ultra-rich minority and the vast majority has never been greater. But a wave of activist millionaires is asking for higher taxes.Wired - 4d -
Honda shares set for best day in more than 16 years on share buyback plan, Nissan deal
Shares of Japanese automaker Honda surged over 15% following its announcement to buy back up to 1.1 trillion yen ($7 billion) of its shares.CNBC - 4d -
Heat dials up with Sam Konstas to be thrown into MCG cauldron at Boxing Day Test | Geoff Lemon
The 19-year-old opener has been locked in to face India but will have the most fearsome introduction with Jasprit Bumrah firing on all cylinders. Before Christmas has even hit, there is more ...The Guardian - 4d -
From Hail Marys to grand slams, college basketball to the WNBA, 2024 was a year of change and triumph in sports
If you took a nap this year, there’s a decent chance the sports world changed while you were asleep.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Analysis: Why October hero Walker Buehler was always likely to leave the Dodgers
The chances of a reunion were effectively dashed when the Dodgers decided not to extend a one-year, $21.05-million qualifying offer to Walker Buehler.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Legal analysis of House ethics report on Matt Gaetz
The House Ethics Committee on Monday released its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz. Among the findings is evidence that Gaetz had used illegal drugs and paid for sex with a 17-year-old. Gaetz has ...CBS News - 5d
