Iran’s brain drain is happening at an alarming rate

Ryan Seacrest spins ratings gold as new host of 'Wheel of Fortune'

Replacing a game show host isn't easy. But ratings are up for 'Wheel of Fortune' after Pat Sajak's departure.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

A vision of sport in 2050: robot leagues, chips in brains and players in their 50s | Sean Ingle

Many experts’ predictions for the next 25 years may seem outlandish but so did much of what has happened since 1999. Back in 1997, artificial intelligence and robotics experts in Japan came up ...

The Guardian - 2d

China’s drive to give Taiwanese visitors local IDs alarms Taipei

Officials fear jurisdiction will be compromised and push could open door for Beijing to intervene in its domestic affairs

Financial Times - 2d

The best and worst moments of the 2025 Golden Globes, as they happened

Columnist Glenn Whipp and staff writer Meredith Blake break down the best moments, top winners and biggest surprises of the 2025 Golden Globes Awards live.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

Fulham 2-2 Ipswich: Premier League – as it happened

Raul Jimenez’s injury-time penalty, his second and the third of the match, earned Fulham a point in a dramatic game. 2 min Both teams have started with a back three as expected. Szmodics is ...

The Guardian - 3d

Could Humans Have a Brain Microbiome?

The discovery that other vertebrates have healthy, microbial brains is fueling the still controversial possibility that we might have them as well.

Wired - 3d

A Weakened Iran Prepares to Face Trump 2.0

Tehran is bracing for a tough confrontation with the incoming Trump administration while holding a weak hand after setbacks in 2024.

The Wall Street Journal - 3d

ECB has been too slow to cut rates, Eurozone economists warn

Almost half of analysts polled by the FT accuse rate-setters of being ‘behind the curve’

Financial Times - 3d

What’s going to happen with Social Security and Medicare in 2025?

What retirees should know about these important benefits heading into the new year.

MarketWatch - 4d

US homebuilder shares slide on fears of higher rates and Trump tariffs

Threat of rising costs brings post-pandemic rally to a halt

Financial Times - 4d

Stocks will struggle under Trump if this rate keeps going higher

U.S. debt concerns and higher Treasury yields may be stumbling blocks for stocks in 2025.

MarketWatch - 4d

A bitter Hollywood divorce, an alarming cancer warning, and the arrival of Generation '??'

The U.S. surgeon general issues an alarming cancer warning, chess maestro Magnus Carlsen causes a stir, and South Korea's Jeju Airways suffers a tragedy.

NBC News - 4d

Australia v India: fifth men’s cricket Test, day two – as it happened

India reach 141-6 at stumps on day two to lead fifth Test by 145 runs Australia quick takes four wickets while Pant blazes half-century 6th over: Australia 15-1 (Konstas 11, Labuschagne 2) ...

The Guardian - 4d

Here's what happened after LA district attorney met with Menendez family

The Los Angeles County district attorney met with the Menendez brothers' relatives on Friday, but said he is still reviewing the facts in their case.

ABC News - 4d

How much will a $10,000 CD earn at today's lower rates?

CD returns on a $10,000 deposit have dropped, but they're not insignificant. Here's how much savers can still earn.

CBS News - 4d

Iran warns Italy that bilateral ties at risk if it bows to 'hostile' US demands over drone suspect

The fate of an Italian journalist detained in Tehran and an Iranian engineer imprisoned in Italy on a U.S. warrant have grown even more intertwined

ABC News - 4d

Italy, Caught Between U.S. and Iran, Seeks to Free Journalist

The case of Cecilia Sala, who is detained in Iran, is a test for Italy’s government as it gets caught up in Tehran’s shadow war with the U.S.

The Wall Street Journal - 4d

Hospital flu cases rising at 'very concerning' rate, NHS England warns

The number of people with flu in hospital has quadrupled in the last month, the latest data shows.

BBC News - 5d

Breast cancer rates rising fastest in younger women, study finds

New research reveals breast cancer rates are increasing faster among younger women than any other group. Elaine Quijano reports on the findings.

CBS News - 5d

I started singing in a rock band in my 50s – and learned it could boost my brain health | Virginia Muzik

A concussion inspired me to challenge the invisibility of middle age, find my voice and discover how music might ward off dementia. When I saw the email from my neighbour asking whether I’d like to ...

The Guardian - 5d

Curry, sprained thumb and all, drains 8-of-8 3s

With his sprained right thumb taped, Warriors star Stephen Curry still hit all eight of his 3-point attempts Thursday night in a 139-105 win over the Sixers

ESPN - 5d

WWE begins its Netflix era after years of controversy, drama and ratings

On Monday, WWE "Raw" will stream exclusively on Netflix. The wrestling franchise is hoping for a huge global and multigenerational audience following years of success on TV and drama inside and ...

Los Angeles Times - 5d

Where are mortgage, CD and credit card rates heading in 2025?

The Fed has been pushing down borrowing cuts since September, yet mortgage rates remain close to 7%. Here's what to expect in 2025.

CBS News - 5d

Luke Littler sets up world darts final against Michael van Gerwen – as it happened

The teenage sensation is back in the final after beating Stephen Bunting 6-1, while Van Gerwen saw off Chris Dobey by the same score. First set: Dobey 0-0 Van Gerwen (legs 0-1) Dobey to throw ...

The Guardian - 5d

California snowpack near average in season's first survey, though officials caution 'anything can happen'

Snowpack in the mountains of California is near average for this time of year, after a recent series of storms provided a much-needed boost to the region, officials reported Thursday. The season's ...

The Hill - 5d

What Happened to Carter’s White House Solar Panels? They Lived On.

The panels, removed under Ronald Reagan, found new homes from Maine to China. And their legacy still reverberates.

The New York Times - 5d

What will happen to home equity levels in 2025?

Home equity levels will likely continue to rise in 2025, but at a slower pace than we've previously seen.

CBS News - 6d

Italy presses Iran for immediate release of journalist held in Tehran

Foreign ministry summons ambassador as Cecilia Sala reportedly tells family she sleeps on floor of prison cell. Italy’s foreign ministry summoned the Iranian ambassador on Wednesday and urged the ...

The Guardian - 6d

How to succeed at forming new habits, from the author of 'Change: 6 science-backed strategies to transform your brain, body, and behavior'

Here's how to give yourself the best chance at success, says the author of "Change: Six science-backed strategies to transform your brain, body, and behavior."

CNBC - 6d

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