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Perry the Donkey, Model for ‘Shrek,’ Dies at 30
As Perry’s health declined, fans rallied behind the animal and his companions living in a Bay Area park.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Pentagon reaches historic settlement with LGBTQ veterans over discharge status
The Defense Department agreed to a class-action settlement that may affect more than 35,000 LGBTQ veterans who were discharged because of their sexual orientation under “don’t ask, don’t tell” and ...NBC News - Jan. 7 -
Watch live: Biden speaks after designating new monuments in California
President Biden, with just under two weeks left in office, will give remarks in California Tuesday afternoon. His speech comes after he announced the creation of two new monuments: Chuckwalla ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Meredith Vieira's husband Richard Cohen dies at 76
Former "Today" anchor Meredith Vieira's husband, journalist Richard Cohen, died on Christmas Eve at 76, the talk show's current hosts said Tuesday.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Pentagon reaches historic settlement with LGBTQ+ veterans
The Pentagon has reached a historic legal settlement with more than 35,000 LGBTQ+ veterans that would create "new and simpler processes to obtain updated discharge records and potential upgrades to ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
In a Season of Historic Quarterback Play, One Star Reigns Supreme
The big question heading into the season was if anybody could outdo Patrick Mahomes. Josh Allen did more than just that, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
Jean-Marie Le Pen dies at 96
Politician was founder of France’s far-right National Front partyFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
PUBG And Nvidia Reveal New AI-Powered Characters Designed To Act Like Real People
CES 2025 is officially underway, and one of the big gaming announcements so far was a partnership between Nvidia and Krafton for AI-powered teammates who can help you in battle in PUBG.. Nvidia and ...GameSpot - Jan. 7 -
Tencent shares fall 8% in Hong Kong after U.S. designates it a Chinese military company
Other Chinese companies added to the list included battery maker CATL, which is part of the supply chain for automakers like Ford and Tesla.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Nvidia gets key design wins to bring AI to autonomous vehicle fleets
Nvidia has announced it has key design wins for autonomous vehicles with car makers such as Toyota, Aurora and Continental.VentureBeat - Jan. 7 -
Phillips 66 to Buy EPIC NGL for $2.2 Billion
Phillips 66 will buy EPIC NGL for $2.2 billion to help the Houston oil refiner grow its Permian midstream business.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 6 -
Biden will honor tribal requests by designating 2 new national monuments in California
President Joe Biden is signing a proclamation to establish two new national monuments in California in part to honor two tribesABC News - Jan. 6 -
Crosby, Fleury Exchange Epic Pranks During Weekend In Raleigh For What May Be The Final Time
The two future Hall-of-Famers and good friends have been pranking each other since Crosby entered the league in 2005Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6 -
Pentagon agrees to historic legal settlement with LGBTQ+ veterans
If approved by a federal judge, the agreement means the military would help thousands of veterans seek honorable discharges.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
LGBTQ veterans reach historic settlement with Pentagon over military discharges
A group of LGBTQ veterans who sued the Department of Defense last year for denying them honorable discharges because of their sexuality said Monday they had settled with the Pentagon. The ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
Acer unveils Acer Swift Go and Aspire Vero 16 laptops with latest chips and up to 99 TOPS AI
Acer unveiled new models in its Acer Swift Go and Acer Aspire Vero laptop families with the latest components from Intel and AMD.VentureBeat - Jan. 6 -
Starmer hits back at Musk over comments on historic sex abuse cases
UK prime minister says ‘line has been crossed’ as Emmanuel Macron also expresses alarm about billionaire’s interventionsFinancial Times - Jan. 6 -
Mike Rinder, former Scientology exec who became an Emmy-winning whistleblower, dies at 69
Mike Rinder, a former executive leader for the Church of Scientology who became a whistleblower after he left the organization, has died. He was 69.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 6 -
Jocelyne Wildenstein, Socialite and Tabloid ‘Catwoman,’ Dies at 79
Her lurid divorce from the wealthy scion of an art-world dynasty earned headlines. Her elaborate plastic surgeries brought even more attention.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
What Dobbs seeks in free agency after historic 49ers start
Joshua Dobbs simply wants a chance to compete for a starting quarterback job or the primary backup role, and it's unclear if the 49ers offer him that opportunity.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6 -
‘It’s easy to call what she did evil’: inside Denmark’s Oscars entry, about a serial child murderer
Dagmar Overbye took in unwanted children – and killed them in horrific ways. The directer of The Girl With the Needle explains why he brought the story of ‘The Angel Maker’ to the big screen. The ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
The Fallout From an Epic Finale to the N.F.L.’s Regular Season
Detroit’s blowout win over Minnesota helped the Lions secure the No. 1 seed in the N.F.C. and an easier path to the Super Bowl, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
'Epic moment!' - 355lb Pierce interception tops NFL best plays
Michael Pierce becomes the heaviest player to make an interception since 2000 and Mike Evans extends his 10-season record in the NFL Plays of the Week.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
Golden Globes 2025: See winners, speeches, historic moments
The biggest stars in film and TV gathered for the 82nd Golden Globe Awards with a night of firsts including a best supporting actress win for Zoe Saldaña and a standout victory speech from Demi ...NBC News - Jan. 6 -
The day friendshoring died
Joe Biden blocking Nippon Steel’s bid for US Steel is a sad end for an unloved ideaFinancial Times - Jan. 6 -
Dried halibut and whale jerky: how a traditional Inuit diet fuelled an epic kayak adventure
British chef Mike Keen paddled up the coast of Greenland eating only what local people did, and the health benefits led him to question the global food system. For a period of two months last year, ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Demi Moore leads Oscar race after Golden Globes win
The 62-year-old's win caps a triumphant comeback and puts her in a strong position ahead of the Oscars.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
The Vivienne, Winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, Dies
James Lee Williams was best known by their stage name and also built a career in musical theater.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
Northampton upset leaders Bath with last kick of epic game
Defending Premiership champions Northampton Saints beat current leaders Bath 35-34 in a scintillating match at Franklin's Gardens, with Fin Smith settling the outcome with the last kick.BBC News - Jan. 5 -
New Orleans’ planned barriers only designed to withstand crashes of 10mph
Files reviewed by Reuters show new system not able to prevent vehicle attacks at moderate to high speeds. Months before the deadly New Orleans vehicle attack on New Year’s Day, the city modeled ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
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Richard A. Easterlin, ‘Father of Happiness Economics,’ Dies at 98
He put forth the so-called Easterlin paradox, finding that the richer you are doesn’t mean the more satisfied you’ll be with your life.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
Man dies in Lake District ridge fall
Members of Keswick Mountain Rescue Team thank fell walkers who went to help.BBC News - Jan. 4 -
‘Clear creative abuse’: UK gravestone carvers condemn blatant reproduction of their designs
Master carvers say mass production of their bespoke work is a growing concern and upsetting for bereaved families. A walk down a churchyard path, passing other memorials and plaques, can be an ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
World's oldest person has died at 116
Tomiko Itooka, who loved bananas and a yogurt-flavored Japanese drink called Calpis, was born on May 23, 1908.CBS News - Jan. 4 -
17-year-old Luke Littler claims historic darts world title
Luke Littler makes history at Alexandra Palace with victory over Michael van Gerwen in PDC World Darts Championship final.BBC News - Jan. 4 -
Chilean president makes historic trip to South Pole
Gabriel Boric is the first leader in the Americas to visit the South Pole, stressing Chile's "Antarctic mission".BBC News - Jan. 4 -
Steph humorously credits lifelong Dubs fan for epic shooting night
Warriors superstar Steph Curry hilariously credited lifelong Golden State fan Elizabeth Tate for his incredible shooting night against the Philadelphia 76ers.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 4 -
Luke Littler thrashes Michael van Gerwen to claim historic world title
17-year-old Englishman beats his Dutch rival 7-3 Littler becomes youngest ever PDC world champion Tonight the Palace; tomorrow the planet. Whatever Luke Littler goes on to achieve in the fields ...The Guardian - Jan. 3