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In 'Show Don't Tell,' Curtis Sittenfeld even treats cringey characters with humanity
A radiant contentment pervades Curtis Sittenfeld's stories in her latest collection, 'Show Don't Tell.'Los Angeles Times - 1d -
‘The essential ingredient is openess’: Curtis Sittenfeld on the deep joy of midlife friendship
Friendships become closer as you get older argues the novelist, because by middle age everyone has faced dramatic challenges, disappointments and sorrows – and being honest about them is a powerful ...The Guardian - 11h -
The Papers: 'Hounded to her death' and 'Don't be fooled by Putin'
A mix of stories lead Friday's newspaper front pages, including the latest in the rift between the US and Ukraine.BBC News - 1d -
WATCH: Dog rescued after getting head stuck in treat jar
A dog named Murphy was digging for a treat on Monday night -- perhaps a little too aggressively -- and ended up getting his head stuck inside a plastic jar.ABC News - 1d -
World's smallest pacemaker treats baby's dangerous heart condition
Mikey Oliveri was born too small for any existing pacemaker options. Doctors turned to an innovative, adapted option.CBS News - 9h -
Reds' Francona tells vets to skip ABS challenges
Reds manager Terry Francona plans to opt out of elective participation in the automated ball-strike challenge trial during spring training but is willing to let Cincinnati's minor league players ...ESPN - 3h -
Tell your adult children about your wealth — just don’t tell them everything
Some parents might be concerned that their children will want more and do less.MarketWatch - 4h -
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Global implications of Trump's public criticism of Zelenskyy; Historic SS United States makes final voyage before being turned into reefCBS News - 2d -
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Woman uproots life to take job as federal worker, then fired in mass layoffs weeks later; Supporters gather to pray for Pope Francis outside hospitalCBS News - 1d -
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IRS employee among those fired by Trump during tax season speaks out; Couple takes in Senegalese high school basketball player left homeless by private school closureCBS News - 15h -
Don't wait to file your taxes this season, experts say. Here's why
Nearly one-third of Americans procrastinate filing their taxes. But here's why you shouldn't wait this season, experts say.CNBC - 1d -
Fantasy basketball: Don't be surprised if ... Tyrese Maxey averages 30 PPG
Eric Karabell forecasts what lies ahead for three players coming out of the All-Star break.ESPN - 1d -
Many Americans don't trust the media to cover Trump: Survey
Most Americans in a new survey said they have little confidence that the news media can cover President Trump with fairness and accuracy. The YouGov poll, published Friday, found that 67 percent of ...The Hill - 2h -
HP to Buy Humane, Maker of the Ai Pin, for $116 Million
Humane, which marketed its Ai Pin as the next big thing after smartphones, had raised $240 million from investors, including OpenAI’s Sam Altman. The pin will be discontinued.The New York Times - 3d -
‘To say there’s no future is counterproductive’: metal megastars Architects on grief, climate and hope for humanity
Consumed by anger and still mourning a brother and bandmate, the British quartet have written their masterpiece. They explain how they’re fighting self-loathing and trying to age responsibly. In a ...The Guardian - 1d -
Victor Quiñonez highlights immigrants' humanity with 'I.C.E. Scream' sculptures
Victor Quiñonez will debut his sculpture series 'I.C.E. Scream,' about immigrants' struggles, during this year's Frieze.Los Angeles Times - 1d -
The Humane Ai Pin Will Become E-Waste Next Week
Plus: Apple’s visionOS 2.4 makes it easier for guests to use the Vision Pro, Eero has two new Wi-Fi 7 routers, Oppo’s folding phone is the slimmest yet, and Omega drops a bronze Bond watch.Wired - 11h -
Stop Telling Job Seekers That Networking Will Get Them a Job
Why not just tell job seekers to ask everyone they know to give them $10,000?Inc. - 1d -
Starmer to tell Trump that UK’s Chagos deal will avoid tensions with China
PM to claim if US rejects Mauritius’s claim to own the islands, Beijing will be drawn into the regional dispute. Keir Starmer is to urge Donald Trump to recognise that a US rejection of Mauritius’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
I'll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer tells Zelensky
The prime minister called Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky for the second time in four days.BBC News - 32m -
Evening Report — Hegseth moves to shake up Pentagon
{beacon} Evening Report TRUMP FIRST 100 DAYS © Virginia Mayo, Associated Press Hegseth moves to shake up the Pentagon DEFENSE SECRETARY PETE HEGSETH is moving to overhaul the Pentagon through ...The Hill - 1d -
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Why Republicans are at odds about how to fund the government; Yankees finally permits players to sport full beardsCBS News - 20h -
Marvel Rivals Bans A Popular Third-Party Plugin, But Don't Worry If You've Used It
NetEase is getting more aggressive when it comes to cracking down on the use of third-party plugins while playing Marvel Rivals . It's now banning the use of an application called Blitz, although ...GameSpot - 1d -
‘Technofossils’: how humanity’s eternal testament will be plastic bags, cheap clothes and chicken bones
Fast fashion and drinks cans among technological-age matter most likely to endure as fossils, say scientists. As an eternal testament of humanity, plastic bags, cheap clothes and chicken bones are ...The Guardian - 15h -
Not Even DOGE Employees Know Who's Legally Running DOGE
Despite all appearances, the White House insists that Elon Musk is not in charge of DOGE. US DOGE Service employees can’t get a straight answer about who is.Wired - 4d -
Trump Marks Black History Month, Even as He Disparages Value of Diversity
President Trump arrived at a packed White House celebration alongside Tiger Woods to a roaring crowd. The event came as he has eviscerated federal programs aimed at combating inequality in America.The New York Times - 1d -
Russia Closes In on Another Ukrainian Region, Even as Peace Talks Pick Up
Russian troops are three miles from Dnipropetrovsk, a region they have never invaded. If they cross into it, the advance would be a morale blow to Ukraine and complicate any territorial negotiations.The New York Times - 1d -
Even ‘Real Housewives’ Star Erin Lichy Is Preparing for Trump’s Tariffs
The serial entrepreneur talks the growth of her mezcal brand Mezcalum and why she’s never bootstrapping a business again.Inc. - 1d -
Bannon’s Salute at CPAC Sparks Outcry, Even on French Right
A gesture by Stephen Bannon at CPAC, outside Washington, echoed a move by Elon Musk and prompted the president of France’s far-right National Rally to say it had evoked “Nazi ideology.”The New York Times - 20h -
What the numbers tell us about Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2
Here's a look at the fight through the numbers.ESPN - 7h -
Trump touts DOGE cuts at CPAC as he tells Elon Musk to 'get more aggressive'
Trump is scheduled to deliver remarks today at the Conservative Political Action Conference. He's spoken at the conference every year since 2016.NBC News - 7h -
Map shows drug overdose death trends by state
Data shows overdose deaths decreased by 4% between 2022 and 2023. The trend continued into 2024.CBS News - 1d -
Tennis participation grows to more than 25M players in the US even as pickleball's popularity surges
The U.S. Tennis Association says participation in the sport around the United States rose to 25.7 million players in 2024ABC News - 3d -
When the pope is sick, Italians always gossip about who comes next - even before 'Conclave'
The pope looms so large in everyday Italian life that there are lots of expressions that make light of even a dark event like his deathABC News - 2d -
Even Warren Buffett is struggling with this stock market. Here’s one big reason why.
Investors will be looking closely at Berkshire Hathaway’s cash position.MarketWatch - 4h -
Arkansas State hosts South Alabama after Dunning's 34-point showing
South Alabama visits the Arkansas State Red Wolves after Barry Dunning Jr. scored 34 points in the Jaguars' 70-65 overtime win against the Texas State BobcatsABC News - 3d -
'The Baldwins,' Alec and Hilaria's TLC show, addresses 'Rust' shooting and PTSD
Alec and Hilaria Baldwin star in a reality series premiering Sunday on TLC that documents their home life and discusses the actor's trial for manslaughter on the set of a film.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Walmart’s Gloomy Sales Forecast Shows Customers Are Still Feeling the Inflation Squeeze
The company’s earnings forecast for the fiscal year fell below analysts’ expectations.Inc. - 2d -
Former 'Squad' members launching 'Bowman and Bush' YouTube show
Former Reps. Cori Bush (D-Mo.) and Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) are launching a YouTube show, according to a Thursday post from Bush on her Instagram. “I’m beyond excited to announce the launch of our ...The Hill - 1d