Family tensions can run high over Christmas. Here’s how to make things a little easier

Bird flu samples show mutations that may make it easier to spread to people, CDC reports

What is the bird flu pandemic risk? CDC analysis suggests the H5N1 virus has the capacity to mutate in ways that could make it more transmissible to humans.

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"The Dish": Family-run pancake house draws global visitors with famous buckwheat pancakes

In this week's "The Dish," Nancy Chen visits Cartwright's Maple Tree Inn in Western New York, a family-owned gem open just nine weeks a year. Known for its renowned buckwheat pancakes and ...

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19 Anthony Bourdain Quotes That Can Make You a Better Leader

“You learn a lot about someone when you share a meal together.”

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Trump Wants U.S. Control of the Panama Canal. Here Are 3 Things to Know.

Treaties ratified by the Senate in 1978 established permanent neutrality, but some Republicans regret that decision.

The New York Times - 4h

‘It’s full of things that didn’t happen – but it feels right!’ Inside the making of Bob Dylan film A Complete Unknown

Starring an Oscar-tipped Timothée Chalamet, James Mangold’s biopic retells Dylan’s electric early career, but it resonates with today’s toxic fame and politics. The creative team explain their ...

The Guardian - 15h

How Inc. 5000 Manufacturing Companies Plan to Respond to High Tariffs

Prices for parts and finished goods will rise. But some see opportunity.

Inc. - 1d

Returning to the Office Can Disrupt Life. Here Are Some Coping Tips

Going to an office after remote working long term can be a major adjustment.

Inc. - 1d

Science Says Don’t Try to Overcome Imposter Syndrome: How Embracing a Self-Perceived Inadequacy Can Make Your Life Better, Starting Today

Most experts say you should work to overcome imposter syndrome. Research says they’re wrong.

Inc. - 2d

Here’s how Trump can avoid a ’MAGA Civil War’ over immigration

The Republican Party will have unified control of Washington starting next month, but fissures in the party’s coalition are already emerging even before President-elect Trump takes office.

MarketWatch - 3h

Here's how much exercise is needed to impact weight loss

The Journal of the American Medical Association published a review of more than 100 clinical trials that found at least 2.5 hours of moderate to higher intensity aerobic exercise per week "may help ...

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‘Santa Claus rally’ is here — but can the stock market avoid the ‘Grinch pinch’?

Remember: ‘If Santa Claus should fail to call, bears may come to Broad and Wall.’

MarketWatch - 9h

How Higher Education Can Win America Back

Jefferson believed in the egalitarian potential of education, and we should, too.

The New York Times - 10h

Do you feel overwhelmed? Here’s why – and how to fix it

Modern life is so demanding that it can lead us to feel chronically drained. How can we address the problem before everyday stress turns into burnout?. There is a reasonable chance you are reading ...

The Guardian - 15h

Gunnar and Boomer Esiason: How a football family found solace in hockey

Throughout Gunnar Esiason's journey with cystic fibrosis, the sport of hockey has always been huge part of his family. See their story on E60 (7 p.m. ET, ESPN).

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Cats can get sick with bird flu. Here's how to protect them

The death of an Oregon house cat from bird flu and a pet food recall are raising questions about how people can protect their pets

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Meta gains for a third straight year depend on things the company can and can't control

A big question mark in 2025 is politics.

CNBC - 1d

Embiid: Win over C's shows Sixers' 'high ceiling'

Philadelphia's Christmas Day win over defending champion Boston is the latest in a string of performances that has turned around the 76ers' season and renewed their championship aspirations.

ESPN - 1d

Family tensions can run high over Christmas. Here’s how to make things a little easier | Becca Bland

Approaching disagreements with respect and curiosity can deepen our connections with even difficult relatives. Becca Bland is a journalist and researcher with a specialism in family estrangement ...

The Guardian - 1d

Christmas? Hanukkah? This Year for Our Family, It’s Chrismukkah.

Like many members of interfaith families, I get to observe the two holidays on the same day this year.

The New York Times - 1d

Royal family celebrates Christmas with no sign of Prince Andrew

King Charles III was joined at Christmas services by close members of the royal family, including Prince William and Kate — but Prince Andrew was notably absent.

CBS News - 2d

The British royal family's Christmas rituals close out a difficult year

The King's Speech will see Charles in a former hospital chapel as he and Princess Kate mark the holiday after a year in which they were diagnosed with cancer. Prince Andrew and Prince Harry will be ...

NBC News - 2d

‘Bad things can happen’: how will the world adjust to the Trump presidency?

Before he has taken a single executive decision, countries around the world are positioning themselves for his impact. “A revisionist state has arrived on the scene to contest the liberal ...

The Guardian - 2d

How Trump can reset the US-Qatar relationship

When it comes to Qatar, Trump shouldn’t pick up where Biden left off.

The Hill - 2d

The paradox of Christmas is what makes it so compelling

In containing everything all at once, it turns a magnifying glass on your life

Financial Times - 2d

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.

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Is a high-yield savings account still worth it? Here's why it may be, according to experts.

A high-yield savings account may be worth it for savers — especially those with short-term savings goals.

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How Well Do You Know Baseball? Here’s Your Chance to Test It.

To celebrate the sport, we present The Athletic’s 2024 Baseball Trivia Extravaganza.

The New York Times - 3d

College Football Playoff format changes: What's potentially on the table and how/when things could happen

After a messy opening weekend, everybody has their own ideas on how to "fix" the playoff. Here's what's actually being considered behind closed doors.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

How Trump’s tariffs can generate both economic and political reform in China

If Trump is allowed by Elon Musk to stick to his guns, he can apply to China the principle he announced for his domestic opponents: “Success will be our retribution.”

The Hill - 3d

WATCH: Family unexpectedly finds a ‘Charlie Brown’ Christmas tree

What they thought was the perfect Christmas tree in the woods turned out to look a little bit different when they got it home.

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How you can watch the Beyoncé halftime show on Christmas

Beyoncé is set to take the stage live on Netflix on Christmas Day during halftime of the Ravens-Texans game. For those who may be busy opening presents, the game will be available on Netflix until ...

NBC News - 3d

The NFL’s rushing renaissance: how running backs reclaimed the narrative

The NFL is said to be a passing league with running backs are no longer critical to success. The metrics are telling a different story in 2024 – and not just in Philly and Baltimore. If you’re ...

The Guardian - 3d

There's a real winter wonderland in Finland—here's how to visit

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The Iraola effect: how Bournemouth make a high-intensity gameplan work

The Cherries are flying high after a five-game unbeaten run built on their ability to hunt possession all over the pitch. By Ben McAleer for WhoScored . A little over a year ago, Bournemouth ...

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