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The Growing Cost of Making C.E.O.s Safe
The tragic killing of UnitedHealthCare’s Brian Thompson has spurred companies to ratchet up security for their most senior executives.The New York Times - 6d -
Green energy from banana waste?
Scientists say they've found found a new way to turn trash into a valuable commodity. CBS News' Leah Mishkin has the story about tons of banana stems being used to power up homes, and maybe even to ...CBS News - 6d -
Bidders line up for struggling Thames Water
The water firm has received multiple bids as it faces running out of money next year.BBC News - 6d -
How Lagos’s nightlife lost its famous energy
Nigerian president’s economic shock therapy has gutted the middle class and the megacity’s festive party sceneFinancial Times - 6d -
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Childcare bosses fear for future amid rising costs
Costs at one nursery are up 40% in recent years, and it faces an annual shortfall of over £30,000.BBC News - 6d -
One woman's struggle to find food in Gaza
Every morning, Jamalat Wadi heads out in search of food for her family, which numbers more than a dozen. In northern Gaza, Israel has allowed virtually no aid in for two months, turning down 82 of ...CBS News - 6d -
Biden holds his final White House Christmas tree lighting ceremony
President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday took part in the final Christmas tree lighting ceremony of their term. The event included performances from James Taylor and Trisha ...CBS News - 6d -
Older Americans struggle to afford health care compared with other nations
Even those enrolled in Medicare have a harder time paying for treatment compared with older adults in other countries.CBS News - 6d -
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on OPEC+ output cuts, Shell, Equinor and more in the latest Market Talks covering Energy and Utilities.The Wall Street Journal - 6d -
Biden to participate in final Christmas tree lighting ceremony as president
Annual event featuring 35ft red spruce set for Thursday evening at the Ellipse park south of the White House. Joe Biden is set to take part in the annual national Christmas tree lighting ceremony ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
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Hamilton has struggled to 'handle emotions' in 2024
Lewis Hamilton is preparing for his last weekend with Mercedes and says his final year at the team has been "very emotional".BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Some bargain gifts on Temu come at the cost of quality
When NBC News tried out six products from the low-cost retailer that resembled name-brand counterparts, only half performed as expected.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
NBA Power Rankings: 'Embarrassing' Lakers keep dropping, giant-slaying Hawks on the rise, Magic enter top five
Meanwhile, the Cavs are slowly but surely losing grip on the top spotCBS Sports - Dec. 5 -
Light Field Lab launches SolidLight holographic imagery systems
Light Field Lab has launched its SolidLight Holographic and Volumetric display technologies that will power some amazing imagery of the future.VentureBeat - Dec. 5 -
UnitedHealthcare CEO killing and Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting: Morning Rundown
Brian Thompson, UnitedHealthcare CEO killed, Kash Patel, Pete Hegseth, Kelly Loeffler, Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, France prime minister, Bitcoin priceNBC News - Dec. 5 -
Biden to participate in final White House Christmas tree lighting of presidency
First lady Jill Biden unveiled the White House decorations earlier in the week, with the theme of "A Season of Peace and Light."CBS News - Dec. 5 -
'Happy Holidays': Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lights Up
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was lit in New York City on Wednesday, December 4, kicking off the holiday season for New Yorkers.The 70-year-old, 74-foot-high (23-meter-high) tree from ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Is the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting still happening tonight?
Ceremony will be held on December 4Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Rockefeller Center Christmas tree celebrates its 92nd lighting ceremony
The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was lit for the 2024 holiday season with a star-studded celebration. For the second year in a row, Kelly Clarkson hosted the special event.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Republican Senate eyes energy in reconciliation bill
Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Republican Senate eyes energy in reconciliation bill Republicans could pass energy policies in ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Many Americans’ cellphone data being hacked by China, official says
Cyber-espionage group ‘Salt Typhoon’ targeting ‘at least’ eight US telecom and telecom infrastructure firms. A large number of Americans’ metadata has been stolen in the sweeping cyber-espionage ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting: Photos, performances and celebrity appearances
Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting: Photos, performances and celebrity appearancesNBC News - Dec. 4 -
How to watch the star-studded Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting
Get the latest on the 2024 Rockefeller Christmas tree lighting, including who's performing, how to watch, where to stream it, what time it kicks off and what to expect.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Amazon HyperPod Task Governance keeps GPUs running, cutting costs 40%
HyperPod Task Governance can increase GPU utilization, helping enterprises to optimize AI costs and producing potentially significant savings.VentureBeat - Dec. 4 -
North Carolina Town Sues Duke Energy Over Climate Change
Carrboro accused Duke, one the nation’s largest utility companies, of ignoring data about climate change while increasing use of fossil fuels.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
2024 Light the Lights 5PM News Mention
Micah Smith live at City & County Building for Light the Lights, Danielle Grant does weather from Civic Center ParkYahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
2024 Light the Lights 507PM News Mention
Micah Smith live at City & County Building and explains what days and times you can watch the Light showYahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Watch live: Johnson hosts annual Capitol Tree Lighting Ceremony
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is hosting the annual Capitol Tree Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday afternoon — marking the 60th anniversary of the event. "Spruce Wayne" is an 80-foot-tall Sitka spruce ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Trump’s economic plans may encounter a problem many Americans know all too well: Crushing debt
None of President-elect Donald Trump’s plans for boosting domestic production have “a chance” unless this happens, says one economist.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
The Cost of Gold Rattles the Jewelry World
Bold gold pieces are trendy, but makers worry that the steep price increases for the precious metal will soon deter demand.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
LeBron's jumper is off, and the Lakers are struggling on offense
LeBron James is in quite the shooting slump, especially from long distanceABC News - Dec. 3 -
How Stellantis CEO's Cost-Cutting Mantra Cost Him His Job
Carlos Tavares’s abrupt exit from the Jeep maker came amid concerns over his renewed efficiency drive.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 2 -
Keeping the Peace: Talking Politics in the Workplace
A leader’s how-to guide for navigating and managing political conversations in the office.Inc. - Dec. 2 -
Jets are sticking with struggling Aaron Rodgers as their starting quarterback
Aaron Rodgers will remain the New York Jets’ starting quarterback despite speculation the team could bench him in what has been a disappointing seasonABC News - Dec. 2 -
Trump Wants to Shake Up Health Care. Many Americans Don’t Mind.
Some voters galvanized by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s pledge to “Make America Healthy Again” said they believed the health establishment was dismissive and even corrupt.The New York Times - Dec. 2 -
Follow the Lights to Miami’s Hot New Neighborhoods
Little River and MiMo, both once off travelers’ radar, capture the creative flavor of the city.The New York Times - Dec. 2
