Podcast picks of the week: Julia Davis turns agony aunt, the history of Grand Theft Auto and more

Survey finds gloomier mood in German auto industry

Yahoo News - Dec. 3

Julia Fox’s Guide to Being a Freak

The writer and performer shares her tips and explains why it’s never worth pretending to be normal.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Hotel lift death turns 'dream holiday into a nightmare'

Tyler Kerry's body was found partially clothed at the bottom of a lift shaft at a hotel in Turkey on Friday

BBC News - Dec. 3

Notre Dame's reopening will have solemn rituals, grand opera, heads of state and high security

The reopening of Notre Dame this coming weekend will be a high-security affair, with a repeat of some measures used during the Paris Olympics

ABC News - Dec. 2

The surprising turn that landed the Lakers a Rookie of the Year candidate

With Dalton Knecht, the Lakers' search for a long-range threat might be over.

ESPN - Dec. 3

Examining the history of presidential pardons

President Biden granted his son Hunter a "full and unconditional pardon" Sunday after the younger Biden was convicted in two separate criminal cases earlier this year. Lindsay Chervinsky, executive ...

CBS News - Dec. 2

Australia’s Jack Doohan to make Formula One debut at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Son of motorcycle great Mick replaces Esteban Ocon at Alpine Esteban Ocon released early to join Haas for post-season test Australian Jack Doohan, son of motorcycle great Mick, will make his ...

The Guardian - Dec. 2

'It's his team': Tyrese Maxey is turning heads as the Sixers' lone star so far this season

Maxey was supposed to be part of a top-heavy unit. Now, he’s sliding to the top of the scouting report every night.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2

Five things you may have missed from NFL Week 13: My Cause My Cleats, wild Josh Allen TD and more

A look at the top moments from around the league

CBS Sports - Dec. 2

The surprise Syrian rebel offensive could be a Mideast turning point

For years, American policymakers have grappled with how to manage the Middle East’s shifting alliances and conflicts while reducing direct military commitments.

The Hill - Dec. 2

One of the best MVP races in NFL history is unfolding

Three weeks ago, the MVP was Lamar Jackson's to lose. Then Saquon Barkley went superhero and now Josh Allen is making his push. Buckle up for an intense finish.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2

Hunter Biden joins history of controversial presidential pardons

President Biden’s unexpected decision to pardon his son Hunter is part of a long history of controversial clemency issued by presidents under the vast constitutional power. The president’s ...

The Hill - Dec. 2

Bills' Josh Allen makes NFL history, plus grades for every Week 13 game, picks for Browns-Broncos 'MNF' bout

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for Dec. 2

CBS Sports - Dec. 2

Michelin chef 'gutted' at theft of 2,500 pies

Tommy Banks says "nearly a tonne" of pies worth a total of £25,000 were due to be delivered to a Christmas market.

BBC News - Dec. 2

As temperatures turn frigid, Minnesotans turn to saunas for warmth and community

As temperatures drop into the teens, Minnesotans have embraced sauna culture for warmth and community