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The 44 Best Shows on Netflix Right Now (December 2024)
Queer Eye, Black Doves, and Squid Game are just a few of the shows you need to watch on Netflix this month.Wired - 52m -
Don’t give in to pessimism despite wars and injustice, says Pope Francis
Pontiff calls for hope and kindness in BBC Radio 4 Thought for the Day message. Pope Francis has urged people not to be drawn towards “pessimism and resignation” despite wars and social injustices ...The Guardian - 3h -
Yellen says extraordinary measures to avoid default will begin as soon as Jan. 14
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen suggested in a letter to Congress on Friday that the department doesn't think the U.S. will need to take "extraordinary measures" on Jan. 2 to avoid defaulting on ...The Hill - 12h -
How the Stock Market Defied Expectations in 2024, by the Numbers
The stock market had a surprisingly good year.Inc. - 1d -
US saw dramatic rise in homelessness at start of 2024, housing agency says
US Department of Housing and Urban Development reports largest increase among families with children. The US saw a dramatic rise in homelessness at the start of 2024, counting 18% more unhoused ...The Guardian - 17h -
2024-25 college football bowl game spread picks, trends, odds: Vegas expert reveals predictions
Legendary Vegas handicapper Bruce Marshall has studied the trends and found the best betting values for upcoming 2024-25 college football bowl gamesCBS Sports - 20h -
Our readers on their pick of 2024’s best films, music, TV shows and podcasts
From sci-fi epics to investigate deep-dives, the Guide readers have their say on the year’s finest culture. Welcome to the last Guide of 2024! I hope you all are enjoying your festive break, and ...The Guardian - 21h -
10 queer shows that got viewers talking in 2024
From limited series like “Baby Reindeer” and “Ripley” to the final season of “Somebody Somewhere,” the best queer-inclusive TV moments of 2024 got viewers talking.NBC News - 22h -
Joe Rogan, ‘Hawk Tuah’ and the rise of conservative-leaning online spaces in 2024
Joe Rogan, ‘Hawk Tuah’ and the rise of conservative-leaning online spaces in 2024NBC News - 1d -
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The 2025 Rose Bowl: Ohio State vs. Oregon - Odds, expert picks, QB matchup, betting trends and stats
Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Oregon Ducks Game PreviewYahoo Sports - 1d -
Jobless claims fall to lowest level in a month
Unemployment insurance claims dropped to their lowest level in a month, showing signs of health in the U.S. labor market amid a broader slowdown in employment conditions. Initial claims fell by ...The Hill - 1d -
Jobless claims show no rise in layoffs in 2024. Don’t expect the trend to end soon.
Businesses laid off workers at one of the lowest rates in decades in 2024 despite lingering inflation and the highest interest rates in years.MarketWatch - 1d -
What to expect in 2025
After the turbulence of 2024, what are the prospects for a peaceful new year?Financial Times - 2d -
Taliban claims Pakistani airstrikes killed 46
A Taliban government official said the airstrikes Pakistan launched on Afghanistan Tuesday killed 46 people, including women and children, according to The Associated Press. Hamdullah Fitrat, the ...The Hill - 2d -
These 4 Americans moved abroad—and don't plan on coming back anytime soon: 'I'm happier here'
Living abroad is a dream for many Americans. These expats actually did it and aren't looking to move back to the States any time soon.CNBC - 2d -
2024 NFL Week 17 QB Power Rankings: Ravens' Lamar Jackson reclaims top spot; Vikings' Sam Darnold rises again
Assessing every team's starting signal-callerCBS Sports - 2d -
Slam success & ranking rises - how British tennis thrived in 2024
The retirement of long-time talisman Andy Murray this year gave an opportunity for other British players to step into the limelight - and here's who impressed.BBC News - 3d -
The rise and rise of Maye Musk: China’s love affair with Elon Musk’s mother
The 76-year-old is part of a trend of ‘silver influencers’ whose success in the face of adversity resonates strongly. Could she be Elon’s secret weapon in China?. Maye Musk is a busy woman. As well ...The Guardian - 3d -
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The Gift of an Expectation-Free Christmas
Sometimes the most unconventional holidays are the most memorable.The New York Times - 3d -
Texans claim veteran WR Johnson off waivers
The Texans claimed wide receiver Diontae Johnson off waivers Monday.ESPN - 3d -
Fiesta Bowl - Penn State vs. Boise State prediction: Odds, expert picks, QB matchup, betting trends and stats
Vrbo Fiesta Bowl: Penn State vs. Boise State Game PreviewYahoo Sports - 3d -
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Expect delays in Northeast
As Americans are setting off on holiday trips this week, they may be facing dangerous winter weather in the Northeast that could delay their travel. The National Weather Service (NWS) said Monday ...The Hill - 3d -
‘I Don’t Digest Food Properly Now’: The Pressure of Managing a Soccer Team
Premier League managers have a hard time switching off. Some struggled to describe how they relax.The New York Times - 3d -
White Christmas forecast: Where snow, ice is expected
Nine states from Virginia to Maine are under snow alerts on Christmas Eve morning as a band of snow moves through the Northeast, bringing treacherous driving conditions.ABC News - 3d -
Christmas Forecast: Where to Expect Snow and Rain
Also, where you’ll find warmer temperatures. Here’s a day-by-day forecast.The New York Times - 3d -
Single-use plastic will soon be banned in Nigeria – but is the country ready?
With restrictions due next month, food vendors are still using such plastics and some traders have not heard of ban. Labake Ajiboye-Richard, the founder of a Lagos-based sustainability consultancy, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Lindsey Vonn thinks her new titanium knee could start a trend in skiing. And pro sports in general
Lindsey Vonn thinks her new titanium knee could be the start of a trend in ski racingABC News - 4d -
It Was a Record Year for Dating Apps. They Still Don’t Have It Figured Out
Suddenly, every possible dating and hookup app for every possible scenario exists—AI girlfriends, kink-positive polyamory, gay cruising. Why does it feel like none of them are the answer?Wired - 4d -
‘I don’t want a fight’: the Brazilian samba composer suing Adele for plagiarism
Toninho Geraes has alleged in a lawsuit the British pop star plagiarised his track Mulheres in her Million Years Ago song. The British pop superstar Adele is not on tour in Brazil at the moment, ...The Guardian - 4d -
UK mobile users had least reliable experience in G7 in 2024, data shows
Research highlights impact of poor network performance on consumersFinancial Times - 4d -
Donor Expected to Admit to Making Illegal Contributions to Adams
Federal prosecutors said they planned to charge a businessman who has close ties to New York’s Turkish community with conspiracy to commit fraud.The New York Times - 4d -
Trends Shaping E-Commerce as We Leave 2024
Three things retailers should watch this holiday season.Inc. - 4d -
The Best TV Shows You Missed in 2024
Diarra from Detroit, The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh—these are the shows you might not have watched in 2024, but definitely still should.Wired - 4d -
3 Troubling Workplace Trends Managers Need to Watch For in 2025
Shifts in technology, the labor market, and hiring trends will reverberate through workplaces next year, experts say. Here’s how you can prepare.Inc. - 4d -
Record number of Americans expected to travel this holiday season
More than 119 million Americans will travel for the holiday season, according to AAA. Megan Spurrell, associate director of articles for Condé Nast Traveler, has tips on what to expect.CBS News - 4d -
From constant scandals to its best shows ending – how 2024 turned into the BBC’s annus horribilis
With star names such as Gary Lineker, Kirsty Wark and Mishal Husain leaving, a slew of others embroiled in legal troubles and a sharp drop in income, this has been a dreadful 12 months for the ...The Guardian - 4d -
The Rise of Sapphic Stars in 2024: Chappell Roan, Billie Eilish and More
Across music, movies, social media and podcasts, a celebration of lesbianism and Sapphic queerness has been flourishing.The New York Times - 4d -
Christmas week forecast: What to expect for the holiday week
A blast of winter weather is threatening to freeze holiday travelers in their tracks with snow, ice and bitter cold. Millions in the Northeast are dealing with a bitter blast of winter with ...NBC News - 5d