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Key Fed inflation measure shows 2.4% rate in November, lower than expected
The PCE price index was expected to show a 2.5% annual inflation rate in November after rising 0.2% monthly.CNBC - 14h -
Key Fed inflation measure shows 2.4% rate in November, lower than expected
Prices barely moved in November but still held higher than the Federal Reserve’s target when looked at from a year ago, according to a Commerce Department measure released Friday.NBC News - 11h -
Ask Shrimsley: what’s the best present you received this year?
My London travel pass is amazing, and it appals me. Can we really afford to give free public transport to those of us who don’t need it?Financial Times - 17h -
It’s easier than you think to get the measure of Kemi Badenoch – just ask around in Nigeria | Nels Abbey
The Tory leader seems to see her country of origin as a useful punchbag. Yet people there have a clear view of her. The Tory leader, Kemi Badenoch, recently went viral over her comments on the ...The Guardian - 1d -
82-year-old billionaire CEO shares his advice for the younger generation: 'Have a go, don't stand around thinking about it'
Jack Cowin, 82, built a fast food business that is worth over $3 billion. He shares some simple truths about life and business with the younger generation.CNBC - 4d -
For Him, It Was Just a Couple Selfie. For Men’s Tennis, It Was Bigger Than That.
Joao Lucas Reis da Silva, a 24-year-old Brazilian, is the first active professional men’s tennis player to come out as gay. He says it’s both a big deal and not.The New York Times - 4d -
In settling Jalen Hurts-A.J. Brown tension, Eagles got lucky vs. Steelers — but not in the way you might think
Philadelphia's passing game was a hot topic this week. A ripe opponent was awaiting them after "everybody kissed and made up."Yahoo Sports - 4d -
You be the judge: should my girlfriend stop asking me to buy her flowers?
Margaret doesn’t understand Darren’s aversion to buying flowers. He says they’re are a scam. You decide who needs to wake up and smell the roses Find out how to get a disagreement settled or ...The Guardian - 6d -
Kemi Badenoch, sandwiches and appealing to UK voters
She is right to remind us we should not take British stability for granted, but needs to make this part of her leadershipFinancial Times - Dec. 13 -
RFK Plans to Take on Big Pharma. It’s Easier Said Than Done
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Donald Trump’s pick to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services, has been vocally anti-pharma. Pharma, Congress, and the courts, though, all get a say.Wired - Dec. 12 -
'Unverifiable income' can limit your mortgage options — here's how to get around it
Your mortgage application may be denied if the lender cannot verify your annual income. If you meet certain exceptions, a non-conventional mortgage may work.CNBC - Dec. 12 -
'I will not touch bread if it is moist': Kemi Badenoch sparks Westminster food fight
Starmer says he prefers a toastie over steak after Badenoch claims ‘lunch is for wimps’ and sandwiches are not ‘a real food’. In a row likely to generate more debate than many of their exchanges ...The Guardian - Dec. 12 -
Bill Belichick is now a college football coach. It's going to be harder than he thinks.
Bill Belichick is about to find out that college football is more complicated than the NFL in some significant ways.NBC News - Dec. 12 -
How is life after Caitlin Clark at Iowa? Just ask the sellout crowds for every home game
After helping transform women's hoops at Iowa, Caitlin Clark has moved on to the WNBA. The Hawkeyes are still winning and drawing sellout crowds.ESPN - Dec. 12 -
Why birdsong matters more than you think | Natalia Zielonka and Simon Butler
Our natural soundscapes are falling silent as bird populations decline. To improve our lives, we must invest in conservation. Imagine you’re walking across rolling hills that stretch for miles, ...The Guardian - Dec. 12 -
Worried about what to buy the man in your life for Christmas? The perfect gift may be more modest than you think | Joel Snape
If you really care, get us an upgrade of a bargain-basement product you’ve spotted us using. Our gratitude will be eternal. When I was a small boy, socks were the inverse of a Platonically ideal ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Badenoch stands by Nigeria comments after criticism
Nigerian Vice-President Kashim Shettima has accused the Tory leader of denigrating her country of origin.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Where is Kemi Badenoch’s Tory tent? In a political no man’s land | Rafael Behr
Having refused to learn from Rishi Sunak’s mistakes, the new Conservative leader looks set to repeat a lot of them. Election defeats are to some degree self-inflicted, so the first place that ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Accused killer asked 'how to get away with murder'
A criminology student asked tutors about murders before stabbing a woman to death, a court hears.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
UK politics live: Kemi Badenoch criticised by Nigerian vice president for ‘denigrating’ his country
Kashim Shettima said Nigerians are proud of Badenoch’s achievements, despite her denigrating the country where she was brought up. Rachel Reeves has rejected Lib Dem criticism (see 10.33am ) ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Our humdrum A-Z goes back further than we think
An archaeological discovery in Syria may force a revision of the alphabet’s origin storyFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Wall Street’s Most Optimistic Firm Just Shared Where It Thinks Stocks Will Go in 2025
What Oppenheimer, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and other banks expect for stocks next year.Inc. - Dec. 10 -
Nigeria’s vice-president launches attack on Badenoch
Kashim Shettima’s comments follow criticism by Conservative leader of the country where she grew upFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Think you know the differences between UK and US spelling? Take our quiz
From beer and facial hair to stomach bugs and car parts, test your knowledge of English’s transatlantic idiosyncrasies. Zoe Williams: Online puzzles are puzzling enough without all this American ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Redemption Playoff: For Ryan Day and others, it's more than just winning
A dozen teams enter the College Football Playoff with the same goal: Win the national title. Yet for some, there is even more on the line.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9 -
Electric Cars Could Last Much Longer Than You Think
Rather than having a shorter lifespan than internal combustion engines, EV batteries are lasting way longer than expected, surprising even the automakers themselves.Wired - Dec. 8 -
Everyone Is Capable of Mathematical Thinking—Yes, Even You
Mathematician David Bessis claims that mathematical thinking isn’t what you think it is, and that everyone can benefit from doing more of it.Wired - Dec. 8 -
AI's growth is just getting started, BlackRock's thematic ETF head says
BlackRock's Jay Jacobs expects infrastructure and cybersecurity plays to shine in 2025. He cites the artificial intelligence boom as a major catalyst.CNBC - Dec. 7 -
A ‘Clean Girl’ Influencer’s Lawsuit Asks: Can You Copyright a Vibe?
One influencer is suing another, accusing her of copying her minimalist aesthetic on social media. It turns out there is a lot of gray area in shades of beige.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
Donald Trump says he thinks Pete Hegseth can get confirmed: ‘He’s a very smart guy’
During an exclusive interview, President-elect Donald Trump tells Kristen Welker that he has confidence in Pete Hegseth, his pick to lead the Defense Department. Later in the interview, Kristen ...NBC News - Dec. 6 -
Yes, You Can Say ‘Merry Christmas’ at Work. Just Don’t Do This
Feel free to celebrate the holidays, but don’t turn all of December into Santa’s workshop.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Batting Around: Which rental closer would you rather trade for, Ryan Helsley or Devin Williams?
Are you taking velocity or strikeouts? Does health matter? See what CBS Sports' MLB experts thinkCBS Sports - Dec. 5 -
Tariff Man’s superpowers are weaker than he thinks
Donald Trump’s obsession with import taxes belies their limited effectsFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
Cowboys' Dak Prescott names his top NFC contender: 'I think it's hard to look any further than Detroit'
Prescott has been incredibly impressed with this NFC squad while watching football from the sidelinesCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
Far from a bazooka, China's stimulus measures are just trickling through the economy
China's latest efforts to kickstart growth will take time to play out, data and company earnings show.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
Can you get a HELOC while on Social Security?
Wondering whether you can borrow money from your home equity if you're on Social Security? Here's what to know.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Why Trump’s tariff threats will hit stocks sooner than you think
Trump’s trade team could be even more hawkish this time around.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Zack Snyder Thinks Hollywood Needs to Get on Board With AI or Get Left Behind
Zack Snyder says he still questions “the why” of the technology when it comes to some aspects of filmmaking, but can definitely see the perks.Wired - Dec. 3 -
Jamie Lee Curtis' Husband Christopher Guest Called Her to Ask, 'Do You Like Diamonds?' Before Proposing
Jamie Lee Curtis and Christopher Guest are preparing to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on Dec. 18Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Scaramucci on Kash Patel pick: 'I don‘t think the expectation is that he‘s going to get through'
Ex-White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci compared President-elect Trump's pick of Kash Patel to lead the FBI to the fate of former Rep. Matt Gaetz's (R-Fla.) nomination as attorney ...The Hill - Dec. 3
