How One Pastor Is Helping Struggling Churches Keep Their Doors Open

A Long Fight to Keep a Closer Eye on Madrasas Unravels in Pakistan

In a deal with Islamist parties, Pakistan is abandoning a requirement that religious seminaries, long seen by Western officials as a potential threat, register with the government.

The New York Times - 5d

Help! Ryanair Won’t Send Flight Compensation to a U.S. Bank Account

After being grounded for 12 hours in Berlin, a mother and daughter were owed both compensation and a rebooked flight. All they got were nonsensical responses from customer service.

The New York Times - 5d

Israel struggles to deter escalating attacks from Yemen's Houthi rebels as other fronts calm

The rockets from Gaza have mostly fallen silent

ABC News - 5d

In a Political Year, Some Deaths Spoke to the Struggles for Democracy

Among the notable figures who died in a sometimes polarizing 2024, many championed justice, equal rights and political freedom.

The New York Times - 6d

Jeh Johnson suggests Trump should try to keep Wray on through inauguration

Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson suggested Thursday that President-elect Trump should try to keep current FBI Director Christopher Wray on through his inauguration, following ...

The Hill - 6d

Mike Johnson fights to retain the speaker's gavel — with help from Donald Trump

The House will vote at noon Friday to select a speaker. Mike Johnson has Donald Trump's endorsement, but just a handful of GOP defections could be enough to stop him.

NBC News - 6d

AARP’s AgeTech Investor Network is helping tech entrepreneurs target the aging population

AARP has started its AgeTech Investor Network, aimed at helping startups get off the ground in the AgeTech market.

VentureBeat - 6d

Is a $10,000 1-year CD worth opening for 2025?

If you can afford to temporarily part with the funds, a $10,000 1-year CD could prove valuable for 2025. Here's why.

CBS News - 6d

Federal Judge Keeps Poland Spring’s Water Origin Lawsuit on Docket

A class action suit filed in 2017 that claims ‘not one drop’ of the popular bottled water brand comes from a natural spring will proceed, though some claims were dismissed.

Inc. - 6d

Opening a savings account? Here's what to know

Annual percentage yields (APYs) on top high-yield savings accounts are currently 4.5% and above, according to Bankrate.

The Hill - 6d

Why you should open a gold IRA for 2025

There are multiple reasons why a gold IRA could be worth opening this year. Here are three to know now.

CBS News - 6d

Premier League January transfer window opens

The Premier League transfer window opened on Wednesday, giving clubs the opportunity to improve their squads for the remainder of the 2024-25 season.

ESPN - 6d

Buckeyes keep rolling in CFP: 'That's who we are'

Ohio State rolled to its second straight blowout win in the College Football Playoff, a 41-21 win over No. 1 Oregon that further eased the sting of its loss to Michigan to end the regular season.

ESPN - 6d

One New Year’s Resolution for Every N.B.A. Team

For some franchises, spicing up the trade deadline is the primary objective, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - 6d

‘Wait and see’: Real Madrid keep their counsel over Trent Alexander-Arnold

Ancelotti won’t commit on move for Liverpool defender Alexander-Arnold can speak to club over summer move Carlo Ancelotti has refused to be drawn on Real Madrid’s pursuit of the Liverpool ...

The Guardian - 6d

Live ones go in paper bags, dead ones in the freezer: the volunteers saving birds that fly into windows

Across Toronto, a team sets out at dawn to rescue migrating birds that have collided with buildings, and keep a record of the thousands each year that don’t make it. Every morning at dawn, a dozen ...

The Guardian - 6d

How to help UK farming waste less food

We don’t normally take lessons from the US on food but there is a lot to learn from America’s tax policies

Financial Times - 6d

Pigs in blankets and fizz help boost Lidl Christmas sales

The supermarket chain said it achieved its best Christmas on record in 2024, although growth has slowed.

BBC News - 6d

The Palestinian Authority Takes on Hamas Militants in West Bank Power Struggle

Weeks of deadly fighting have marked the most serious clashes between Palestinian factions in years.

The Wall Street Journal - 6d

Biden vows to keep public informed about investigation into 'despicable' New Orleans attack

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden called the terrorist attack in New Orleans that killed 15 people and injured dozens more "despicable" in an address to the nation Wednesday.

NBC News - Jan. 2

Interview with next-door neighbor to Airbnb rented by New Orleans truck attack suspect

CBS affiliate WWL spoke with someone who said they were evacuated from a house next door to an Airbnb rented by the suspect in Wednesday morning's truck attack in New Orleans.

CBS News - Jan. 1

Clement has to win hearts and minds at Rangers. Beating Celtic would help

Manager is yet to win an Old Firm match and success would help him to show he is making some progress. Philippe Clement can only hope the law of averages is due to swing in his favour. If not, the ...

The Guardian - Jan. 1

Americans keep flocking to Florida—3 young people share what it's like living there: 'My money goes a long way'

Florida's population has continued to boom despite costs going up and hurricanes intensifying.

CNBC - Jan. 1

Janiah Barker's passion and toughness have helped vault UCLA to a No. 1 ranking

Texas A&M transfer Janiah Barker showed her grit by passing on chances to be the star on a team, opting to chase team wins at UCLA.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1

10 Powerful Questions to Help You Get Ahead in 2025

As a leader, it’s importantly that you quietly and think more deeply about what went right and what went wrong, so that you have the opportunity to learn.

Inc. - Jan. 1

How to Start (and Keep) a Healthy Habit (2025)

Whether you want to run a marathon or learn to play the guitar, here’s how to set yourself up for success.

Wired - Jan. 1

Advertisers Keep Avoiding News Sites, and Publishers Have Had Enough of It

Brands are skittish about appearing near stories on politics and violence, but news outlets say their fears are overblown.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 1

The struggle to reunite children with families in war-torn Gaza

An estimated 17,000 children are unaccompanied or separated from family who would ordinarily care for them.

BBC News - Jan. 1

Arizona State rose from the ashes to the CFP, but there's only one way to keep the party going

A sleeping giant since the days of Jake Plummer, Arizona State hopes its historic 2024 season "activates the valley"

CBS Sports - Jan. 1

The 40-plus year mission to keep President Carter safe

As a former president, Jimmy Carter had Secret Service protection for the rest of his life. Nicole Sganga has the story of the agents who guarded him around the clock for nearly half a century.

CBS News - Dec. 31

‘Wicked’ Green, ‘Room Next Door’ Red and ‘Substance’ Yellow: It’s a Bold Season

Some potential contenders were especially vivid. Production and costume designers explain the conundrums they faced and their surprising solutions.

The New York Times - Dec. 30

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