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Matea Gold Named Washington Editor of The New York Times
Ms. Gold, a managing editor at The Washington Post, is the latest in a series of high-profile departures from the paper.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Lego Fortnite Expands With New Social Sim Brick Life
Lego Fortnite is expanding in a big way this week. Not only are we getting a new Lego Pass with piles of new content for the existing Lego Fortnite survival/crafting game, but we're getting an ...GameSpot - Dec. 9 -
Moscow reaches out to new Syrian leadership in move to secure bases
Having labelled Syrian rebels ‘terrorists’, Moscow is now making diplomatic efforts to protect its military assets in the country. Moscow is seeking to secure the future of its key military bases ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
Social Security beneficiaries at risk of delays amid GOP funding fight
Social Security beneficiaries could face longer wait times for service next year unless Congress agrees to the White House budget office’s request to increase funding for the Social Security ...The Hill - Dec. 9 -
Rep. Ro Khanna: US should be moving toward Medicare for all to cure inequities
California Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna says criticism of the health care industry following CEO's death is "not surprising."ABC News - Dec. 8 -
Trump says ‘we're not touching’ Social Security in proposed cuts to government spending
During an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, President-elect Donald Trump says he’ll make the federal government “more efficient,” but he does not plan to touch federal entitlements like ...NBC News - Dec. 8 -
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Willy Adames to the Giants: What the mega-deal means for the shortstop and his new team in San Francisco
Adames was considered by some to be the market’s second-best offensive player behind only Juan Soto.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Trump’s Social Security pick is a CEO with no government experience. Can he guide a troubled program 67 million Americans rely on?
Experts wonder if Fiserv CEO Frank Bisignano’s business background will help — or hurt — Social Security.MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
Your Guide to the College Football Playoff’s New 12-Team Format
A new era of college football’s postseason has officially begun, and with it, a whole host of new details.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
This San Francisco Bay lighthouse is looking for new keepers: Find out if you qualify and where to apply
The East Brother Light Station is looking for two inn keepers to manage a five-room inn on the island.CNBC - Dec. 7 -
Tim Dowling: I’m worried that the new dog is turning a bit funny-looking
The only way our dog still resembles the puppy we bought is her insistence on annexing my side of the bed. At 11pm I go upstairs to find the new dog lying on my side of the bed, stretched ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Inside a High-Stakes U.S.-China Prisoner Swap
A Stanford student and a Uyghur activist are among those who waged a long battle to get attention from Washington for family members jailed in China.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 7 -
Ex-Oilers Goalie Makes Debut With New Team
One former Edmonton Oilers goalie made their season debut on Friday night.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Social Security Fairness Act has bipartisan support, but time is running out
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is facing calls to schedule vote on bill for which he is cosponsor.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Power Rankings: Nine -- nine! -- new teams and a new No. 1 (!) to process
Big risers (Tennessee, Florida, Ole Miss), big fallers and debut-makers (nine!) after two packed weeks.ESPN - Dec. 6 -
Will Washington need to step up to support Intel?
Exit of CEO Pat Gelsinger maybe a sign of a shift in attitude by the company’s board to a huge strategic overhaulFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
What are Social Security's trust funds? New debate emerges on program's financing
As Social Security's trust funds run low, one politician is questioning the way the program is financed.CNBC - Dec. 5 -
New Game Looks Like Anime GTA Meets Spider-Man
Developer Naked Rain and publisher Netease have revealed more details about the upcoming free-to-play gacha game Anata, which was formerly known as Project Mugen . In a brand-new teaser--that ...GameSpot - Dec. 5 -
Trump nominates financial software giant’s CEO to lead Social Security Administration
President-elect Trump tapped financial software giant CEO Frank Bisignano late Wednesday to lead the Social Security Administration (SSA) in his second administration. “Frank is a business leader, ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
New low-alcohol beer launched to cut boozy train passenger accidents
Avanti West Coast said the pale ale will create a ‘more enjoyable travel experience’ and help passengers ‘drink responsibly’.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Trump Picks Frank Bisignano to Lead Social Security Administration
Frank Bisignano has spent his career at major Wall Street banks. He has a long history of political giving, mainly to Republicans.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Jeff Bezos says he is 'optimistic' about a new Trump term and can help with cutting regulations
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos says he is “optimistic” about President-elect Donald Trump’s second term and expressed some excitement about potential regulatory cutbacks in the coming yearsABC News - Dec. 4 -
Trump’s New Border Czar Looks to Texas as a Model for Enforcement
The incoming Trump administration’s new border czar said that Texas provided a “model” for border enforcement. State officials have offered to be a staging ground for mass deportations.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Can you get a HELOC while on Social Security?
Wondering whether you can borrow money from your home equity if you're on Social Security? Here's what to know.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Will the Athletics really raise payroll? Six trade candidates who could help usher in new Sacramento team
The A's reportedly intend to raise payroll to $100 million for the 2025 seasonCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
College Football Playoff bracket: What 12-team field looks like after penultimate CFP Rankings release
Boise State could lock up a first-round bye with a win over UNLV in the Mountain West title gameCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
Commanders hire Campbell's CEO Mark Clouse as team's new president
Clouse is the CEO of The Campbell's CompanyCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
Commanders hire Campbell's CEO Mark Clouse as their new team president
The Washington Commanders have hired Mark Clouse as their new team presidentABC News - Dec. 3 -
Medicare open enrollment ends Dec. 7. These last-minute tips can help
More than 67 million beneficiaries rely on Medicare for health care coverage, and they still have several days to select their plans for 2025.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
House Republican: 'Hard decisions' needed on Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare
Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) said Tuesday that lawmakers will ultimately face tough choices on spending in next year's unified GOP government, suggesting cuts may be coming to social welfare ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
What to know about Social Security's December schedule and COLA increase
Social Security beneficiaries have some changes coming in December and January, due to quirks of the calendar and a payment hike.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
NHL Fantasy Hockey Waiver Wire Player Pickups Dec. 3 - Blue Jackets Looking To Stay Hot; Suter, Spurgeon Find New Roles
The Jackets bring their red-hot offense into Calgary to play the Flames, while the Canucks' Pius Suter and Wild's Jared Spurgeon flourish in new roles.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
WNBA teams reveal schedules on social media with humorous videos
A number of teams unveiled their slates with humorous videos on social media.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
What’s at stake with a second Trump presidency – in charts and maps
Conflicts around the globe and domestic policies on immigration and vaccinations are likely to face upheaval. The second Donald Trump administration is expected to have a vast impact both ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Matías Tarnopolsky to become New York Philharmonic CEO, teaming with Gustavo Dudamel
Matías Tarnopolsky will become president and CEO of the New York Philharmonic on Jan. 1, after six years heading the Philadelphia OrchestraABC News - Dec. 2 -
New Bears coach Thomas Brown preached accountability for a team that needed it — then he went a step further
Brown began his tenure as interim head coach by owning up for some of the team's costly end-of-game mistakes. Then he drove home the message: "it’s about the response."Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
G.M. Will Sell Stake in EV Battery Plant to LG
LG Energy Solution will now solely own a factory in Michigan that it had planned to operate through a joint venture with General Motors.The New York Times - Dec. 2 -
New Video Claims NZXT PC Rental Program Is "A Scam," Company Says It's Looking Into It
A new report alleges that PC hardware company NZXT's PC rental program is "shady and manipulative." The video from Gamers Nexus (via The Verge ) accuses NZXT of changing prices and parts between ...GameSpot - Dec. 2 -
