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Charli XCX’s Year of the ‘Brat’
In six months, the (once) underground pop singer and songwriter played her version of the fame game, sampling the highs and lows of genuine stardom.The New York Times - 3d -
The Year in News
An election. A shooting. A solar eclipse. Wars in the Middle East and Ukraine.The New York Times - 3d -
The Year Villainy Won
Villains were everywhere and more relatable than ever. Across pop culture, social media, and IRL, the phenomenon went full-on main character.Wired - 3d -
The Stock Market is Entering its Best Stretch of the Year
The Santa Rally could push the S&P 500 to its best return of the last 20 years.Inc. - 3d -
2024 Was a Bad Year for the World's Autocrats
Regimes fell in Syria and Bangladesh, marking unexpected defeats against a rising tide of authoritarianism in the world.The Wall Street Journal - 3d -
20 Years Since the Deadly Tsunami in Asia
A look back at the horrible loss of life.The New York Times - 3d -
China’s EV sales set to overtake traditional cars years ahead of west
Volumes forecast to rise 20% next year, smashing international projections and Beijing’s official targetsFinancial Times - 3d -
Year in a word: War in the Middle East
From Gaza and Lebanon to Syria, the region has experienced a year of multiple devastating conflictsFinancial Times - 3d -
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 - 3d -
An English City Dressed a Statue as Santa for Years. Then It Vanished.
The Old General watched over Nottingham, England, for more than a century of profound change before disappearing. This Christmas, he’s finally back.The New York Times - 3d -
Watch: Helen Worth's final scene as Gail after 50 years
Coronation Street's longstanding character bid farewell to Weatherfield's famous cobbles.BBC News - 3d -
What Happened in AI in 2024, And What Will the New Year Bring?
Perhaps more than any other technology, AI has dominated the headlines this year. For reasons good, bad, fascinating, and possibly a little terrifying. And we wonder: what world-changing advances ...Inc. - 3d -
The big sports quiz of the year 2024
How much do you remember from the past year in sport? Test yourself with our selection of teasers Continue reading...The Guardian - 4d -
Year in a word: Bro-caster
The manosphere’s podcasting heroes are the natural successors to radio shock-jocksFinancial Times - 4d -
Pope Francis kicks off Jubilee year
Pope Francis ushered in the start of a Jubilee year at St. Peter's Basilica on Christmas Eve. The Vatican has spent years prepping for the once every quarter-century event. Chris Livesay has the ...CBS News - 4d -
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 -
£90,000-a-year patient safety role remains unfilled
A law creating a Patient Safety Commissioner post was passed last year - but no-one has yet been found to take it on.BBC News - 4d -
Clark honored as AP Female Athlete of the Year
For her impact on and off the court in both the NCAA and WNBA, Caitlin Clark was honored as AP Female Athlete of the Year on Tuesday.ESPN - 4d -
Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders 26 years later
The show's producer says the reason for Bates' mysterious return will be revealed "in the coming weeks".BBC News - 4d -
Revisiting ‘Knitting With Dog Hair’ 30 Years Later
“Knitting With Dog Hair,” a classic how-to book from the 1990s by Kendall Crolius, fueled a dedicated movement. An updated 30th anniversary edition was published this month.The New York Times - 5d -
Get Ready to Pay the “AI Tax” Next Year
AI-related spending is set to increase next year. Is the juice worth the squeeze?Inc. - 5d -
After Years of Rumors and Drama, an N.B.A. Star Finally Found a ‘Sense of Peace’
Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell has led the charge to the Cavaliers’ league-best record, at 26-4. But he of all people knows how fleeting it can be.The New York Times - 5d -
The 12,000-Year-Old Wolves That Ate Like Dogs
Animal remains unearthed in Alaska give clues to how wolves were domesticated.The New York Times - 5d -
Packers shut out Saints to clinch playoff berth for fifth time in six years
The Saints were missing key players and never stood a chance against the Packers.ESPN - 5d -
Nike has had a rocky year — here's why a comeback will take time
Nike is the world’s largest sportswear brand but the company has struggled this year. Can Nike's new CEO Elliot Hill turn things around for the company?CNBC - 5d -
American imprisoned in Russia given new 15-year jail term for "espionage"
Russian-born U.S. citizen Gene Spector, who is already imprisoned in Russia on a bribery conviction, has been handed a second 15-year jail term for espionage, Russian media reports.CBS News - 5d -
For Brands, 2024 Was the Year of Weird
The best way to get attention in ever-crowded markets? Do something unexpected—and maybe a little off.Inc. - 5d -
American imprisoned in Russia sentenced to new 15-year jail term for espionage
A Russian-born U.S. citizen already imprisoned in Russia on a bribery conviction has been handed a second 15-year jail term for espionage, Russian news agencies reportedABC News - 5d -
Russian court jails U.S. citizen Eugene Spector for 15 years in espionage case, state news reports
A Russian court has sentenced U.S. citizen Eugene Spector to 15 years in jail for espionage, Russia’s RIA state news agency reported on Tuesday.NBC News - 5d -
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UK political photographs of the year – in pictures
The Press Association’s political photographer, Stefan Rousseau, picks his best shots from the past 12 months Continue reading...The Guardian - 5d -
News Review of the Year 2024
Amol Rajan and Nick Robinson look back at the year with Today presenters past and present.BBC News - 5d -
Year in a word: Slop
AI could build a better future — but not without proliferating spam-like, low-grade content firstFinancial Times - 5d -
EPA Administrator Michael Regan to depart at year’s end
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan will leave the Biden administration at the end of this year — about a month before the presidency changes hands. While Regan could ...The Hill - 5d -
Sabrina Ionescu is joining Unrivaled as the new 3-on-3 league's final player
Sabrina Ionescu is joining Unrivaled as the new league’s final player for this seasonABC News - 6d -
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BATMMAAN begins: These may be the dominant stocks for next year
A new acronym has been making the rounds since another potential tech kingmaker — Broadcom — began closing in on the $1 trillion market cap club last week.MarketWatch - 6d -
Congress Delays Threatened DJI Drone Ban for a Year
The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act passed without an amendment effectively banning the China-made drones, but left a door open for a prohibition in 12 months.Inc. - 6d -
This Was the Year Elon Musk Took Over Politics
The American public elected Donald Trump to run the federal government. His erratic patron seems to think the job is also his.Wired - 6d -
Good News Year-Ender: A look back at inspiring stories from 2024
Throughout the year, there were many special moments that united us during difficult times. As 2024 comes to a close, NBC News’ José Díaz-Balart and Hallie Jackson take a look back at some of the ...NBC News - Dec. 22
