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Our digital future went off-course under Biden; can Trump put antitrust back in line?
President-elect Trump faces a pivotal choice: continue the Biden administration’s ill-advised antitrust crusade against America’s leading tech companies, or chart a more balanced course that lets ...The Hill - 5d -
Always choose cash over crypto, says pro-sports superagent
As bitcoin hits $100,000, legendary agent Leigh Steinberg weighs in on whether athletes should accept crypto as payment.MarketWatch - 5d -
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield halts anesthesia payment policy after backlash
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield said Thursday it was not going ahead with a policy change that would limit reimbursements for anesthesia during surgery and medical procedures.NBC News - 6d -
Senior Biden aide commits to giving Ukraine avalanche of military assistance
White House games last-minute strategy to bolster Ukraine, including $20bn in loans and sweeping sanctions on Russia. The White House has gamed out a last-minute strategy to bolster Ukraine’s war ...The Guardian - 6d -
Are the Lakers still a championship contender? All signs point to no
There was hope when the Los Angeles Lakers hired a new coach — former sharpshooter J.J.NBC News - 6d -
You Can Now Pummel Jake Paul In The Digital Ring Of Undisputed
Undisputed, a spiritual successor to EA's Fight Night boxing games, will soon see Jake Paul headline its next batch of downloadable boxers. Paul, who recently defeated boxing legend Mike Tyson via ...GameSpot - 6d -
'Deus in machina': Swiss church installs AI Jesus to connect the digital and the divine
A computer generated avatar of Jesus Christ has been developed using artificial intelligence or AI and allows worshippers in Switzerland to talk to him.NBC News - 6d -
Words found on shell casings where UnitedHealthcare CEO was shot dead, senior law enforcement official says
Shell casings found at the scene where the UnitedHealthcare CEO was killed had the words “deny,” “defend” and “depose” written on them.NBC News - 6d -
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A Poet Becomes a Jewelry Maker. But She Still is a Poet.
Teresa Kiplinger’s work features a mix of highly detailed images and fragments of her own poems.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
How 20 big U.S. stocks are expected to rank as ‘cash machines’ in 2025
Among the Magnificent Seven, Alphabet is expected to have the highest free cash flow yield.MarketWatch - Dec. 5 -
One in five shop purchases now made in cash
Notes and coins used in a fifth of transactions, say retailers - a second consecutive annual rise.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Town hit by Storm Bert flooding still recovering
Chippenham was heavily flooded when the River Avon burst its banks, submerging the town centre.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Councils call for cash to cover homeless bill shortfall
The Local Government Association says a freeze on central funding has cost councils nearly £740m since 2019.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
After arrest in killing of Arizona dancer found in burning car, her family still has many questions
Following an arrest in the 2023 killing of Mercedes Vega, her mother still remains far from understanding the grim circumstances surrounding the slaying.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
My friend declared bankruptcy. Can creditors still go after him for child support, back taxes and student debt?
“Most of those old debts are credit-card debts.”MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Jeffries stays out of the way as Dems mutiny against senior panel leaders
Democrats are increasingly anxious about the incoming Trump administration and are no longer bowing to seniority rules to pick their committee leaders.Politico - Dec. 4 -
U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley 'disappointed' in leaks detailing potential payment for Bethpage Black
Bradley will lead the red, white and blue at Bethpage Black this upcoming fallCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
Trump picks Monica Crowley for senior State Department post
President-elect Trump on Wednesday nominated Monica Crowley, a former Fox News contributor who faced public scrutiny during Trump’s first term over allegations of plagiarism, for a top public ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Trump nominates Peter Navarro as senior economic adviser
China hawk who served in president-elect’s first term was imprisoned for contempt of Congress over 2021 Capitol attackFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
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Trump taps ex-aide Peter Navarro for senior counselor on trade and manufacturing
President-elect Trump on Wednesday named his once-jailed former aide Peter Navarro as senior counselor for trade and manufacturing to the incoming White House, picking a loyal ally to help ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Russian criminals helped UK drug gangs launder lockdown cash
UK drug gangs paid Russian criminals to swap their dirty street cash for untraceable cryptocurrency, police say.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Yahoo Sports AM: The Zombie Tide are still alive!
In today's edition: Alabama over Miami, Golden At-Bat, eight teams advance in NBA Cup, Burrow vs. the Bengals, stacked college hoops slate, and more.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 4 -
Zelensky Offers $24 One-Off Payment to Win Over War-Weary Ukrainians
Citizens will be entitled to a $24 one-off payment this winter, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced, in a move apparently intended to soften the blow of a tax rise to help fund the war effort.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
3 ways seniors can lower their credit card debt in 2025
If you're a senior with high-rate credit card debt, it helps to start exploring these three options now, before 2025.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
How to Turn ‘Boring’ Businesses Into Cash-Flow Machines
In ‘Main Street Millionaire,’ Codie Sanchez describes how to make money buying the types of businesses that most people ignore.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
249+ Best Cyber Monday Deals Still Going Strong (2024) | WIRED
Hundreds of WIRED-approved products are still on sale, but these deals won’t last much longer.Wired - Dec. 3 -
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Top tech stocks are ‘cash machines,’ so keep buying, says the dean of valuation
Aswath Damodaran, the NYU Stern School of Business finance professor, says big tech stocks are “insanely profitable,” and should be bought in case of pullbacks.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
5 Daily Habits to Eliminate Digital Clutter and Make You Super Focused
Great tips to keep you from wasting time and help you be more productive.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
Old convictions are holding too many back
Criminal records should be reformed to offer employers a better, fairer way to assess potential hiresFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Prosecution makes closing argument in murder trial over stabbing death of Cash App founder Bob Lee
Closing arguments have begun in the trial of a tech consultant in the stabbing death of Cash App founder Bob Lee in San Francisco last yearABC News - Dec. 2 -
Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son slammed by senior Democrats
US president accused by members of his own party of undermining the rule of law over Hunter BidenFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
3 Top CEOs Share Their Best Cash-Flow Tips
How the executives behind UrbanStems, Luminary, and FinCore stay on top of their business’s budgets.Inc. - Dec. 2 -
Here’s a surprising reason most boomers are worried about moving to a senior residence
A new survey points to the importance of quality meals as a key driver to win over older adults.MarketWatch - Dec. 2 -
Huge sinkhole is still growing, council leader warns
It could be months until evacuated residents are able to return to their homes, one homeowner says.BBC News - Dec. 2 -
How Many Black Pants Should I Own?
A reader asks about the ideal number of black pants to own. Our fashion critic provides guidance on how many essential wardrobe pieces one should have.The New York Times - Dec. 2
