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What to expect in Ukraine, the Middle East and at the U.S.-Mexico border in 2025
President-elect Donald Trump has called for a swift end to the war in Ukraine, which has only intensified in recent weeks. He's also called for the safe return of all remaining hostages in Gaza, ...CBS News - 9h -
I’m 51 and didn’t adjust my 403(b) and 457(b) contributions to max them out. What can I do before year-end?
‘Can I contribute $7,500 to a traditional IRA to make up some of the missed contributions?’MarketWatch - 13h -
Bargain hunting: These 8 portfolio stocks look quite cheap, but only some are worth buying
We screened our 35-stock portfolio to identify bargain names heading into the new year.CNBC - 13h -
‘Godfather of AI’ shortens odds of the technology wiping out humanity over next 30 years
Geoffrey Hinton says there is 10% to 20% chance AI will lead to human extinction in three decades, as change moves fast. The British-Canadian computer scientist often touted as a “godfather” of ...The Guardian - 16h -
Op-comic: What my 5-year-old taught me about the Velvet Underground
I set out to introduce her to my favorite band, but in the end she showed me what I had missed.Los Angeles Times - 21h -
Patagonia Just Gave Its Employees a Huge Gift and Taught a Lesson for Everyone
The retailer is closing its stores and offices for the final week of the year.Inc. - 23h -
How the Stock Market Defied Expectations in 2024, by the Numbers
The stock market had a surprisingly good year.Inc. - 1d -
How AI Will Shape Search in 2025
The AI industry will likely create even more disruption in 2025.Inc. - 1d -
The Year of the AI Election Wasn’t Quite What Everyone Expected
Deepfakes were nothing like the political force in 2024 that many feared—but that doesn’t mean that generative AI didn’t profoundly affect elections all over the world.Wired - 1d -
It’s Time to Move Past AI Nationalism
Countries must collaborate if we’re going to create a less fearful future for artificial intelligence.Wired - 1d -
AI and crypto drove gains in this year's top 5 tech stocks
The promises of artificial intelligence and the rally in crypto prices were the main drivers of the best-performing tech stocks of 2024.CNBC - 2d -
What Happened in AI in 2024, And What Will the New Year Bring?
Perhaps more than any other technology, AI has dominated the headlines this year. For reasons good, bad, fascinating, and possibly a little terrifying. And we wonder: what world-changing advances ...Inc. - 2d -
What to wear for a New Year’s Eve party
Staying in or going out, it’s always nice to make a bit of an effort. And you can’t go wrong with a little black dress, little black boots, a velvet suit or simply a red lip Continue reading...The Guardian - 2h -
Giants say their character will be tested in final games: It would be 'easy' to quit on the season
New York has lost 10 straight gamesCBS Sports - 15h -
We need to think again about what the ‘A’ in AI signifies
Looking at the technology through a different cultural lens casts its threat and promise in a new lightFinancial Times - 15h -
‘Everyone is crazy about tennis’: Sinner’s success inspires Italy to pick up rackets
Italians are taking to the court with factors including the pandemic and broadcasting also said to be fuelling enthusiasm. At the age of 47, diehard AC Milan fan Ninni Licata has hung up his ...The Guardian - 20h -
The stock market soared this year. What will happen in 2025?
High prices could scare off would-be investors, but momentum abounds.ABC News - 22h -
Four AI predictions for 2025
While the momentum behind the development of large models might fade, there will be other advancesFinancial Times - 1d -
What to know about this year's post-holiday sales as retailers brace for returns
Millions of Americans are expected to do online shopping during their off time between Christmas and New Year's Day and in stores, several clearance products will be hitting shelves. Jordyn Holman, ...CBS News - 1d -
The US stories everyone was talking about in 2024
This year was full of first-of-its-kind stories that got Americans talking.ABC News - 1d -
20 years after a devastating tsunami, a survivor celebrates what the disaster has given him
The Dec. 26, 2004, tsunami began with a 9.3-magnitude earthquake. A series of waves devastated coastal communities in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Thailand.NBC News - 2d -
What to expect in 2025
After the turbulence of 2024, what are the prospects for a peaceful new year?Financial Times - 2d -
The birth of Jesus would probably have been forgotten – if it wasn’t for a plague | Jonathan Kennedy
When a terrifying Ebola-like pandemic struck the Roman empire, Christianity offered solutions that the old ways didn’t. In our Christmas imagery, ancient symbols such as fir trees, mistletoe, holly ...The Guardian - 2d -
The Gift of an Expectation-Free Christmas
Sometimes the most unconventional holidays are the most memorable.The New York Times - 3d -
Pope launches jubilee year expected to bring millions of visitors to Rome
The Eternal City has been given a facelift in preparation for the event, with monuments cleaned up and roads redesigned to improve the flow of traffic. Pope Francis opened the “Holy Door” of St ...The Guardian - 3d -
Get Ready to Pay the “AI Tax” Next Year
AI-related spending is set to increase next year. Is the juice worth the squeeze?Inc. - 3d -
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Expect delays in Northeast
As Americans are setting off on holiday trips this week, they may be facing dangerous winter weather in the Northeast that could delay their travel. The National Weather Service (NWS) said Monday ...The Hill - 3d -
Expect Eaton to keep profiting from AI's spiraling demand for computing power
A big backlog of projects should keep the company busy for the foreseeable future.CNBC - 3d -
White Christmas forecast: Where snow, ice is expected
Nine states from Virginia to Maine are under snow alerts on Christmas Eve morning as a band of snow moves through the Northeast, bringing treacherous driving conditions.ABC News - 3d -
Christmas Forecast: Where to Expect Snow and Rain
Also, where you’ll find warmer temperatures. Here’s a day-by-day forecast.The New York Times - 3d -
Jonathan Kuminga: 'A lot of people that are playing ... if they were in my shoes, they'll quit basketball'
Kuminga is back coming off the bench for the Warriors after six straight starts, but he had a team-high 26 in loss to Pacers.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Mozambique Court Upholds Result in Disputed Presidential Election
The decision paves the way for the governing party’s candidate to take office next month, but the country is on edge because earlier protests after the election left more than 100 people dead.The New York Times - 3d -
Rules of thumb for understanding UK elections
Historical trends point to recurring wins for the Tories and the importance of party leaders in shaping the contestFinancial Times - 3d -
Southern Africa elections brought big changes in 2024
Old liberation movements in Southern Africa suffered serious electoral declines this year as millions of people made their voices heard in electionsABC News - 4d -
Tonga's parliament elects a new prime minister after his predecessor quit this month
Tonga’s parliament has elected Aisake Eke as the country’s new prime ministerABC News - 4d -
Donor Expected to Admit to Making Illegal Contributions to Adams
Federal prosecutors said they planned to charge a businessman who has close ties to New York’s Turkish community with conspiracy to commit fraud.The New York Times - 4d -
Mozambique’s disputed election verdict reignites protests
Constitutional Council says Frelimo’s Daniel Chapo was victor in October poll despite widespread claims of vote-riggingFinancial Times - 4d -
Record number of Americans expected to travel this holiday season
More than 119 million Americans will travel for the holiday season, according to AAA. Megan Spurrell, associate director of articles for Condé Nast Traveler, has tips on what to expect.CBS News - 4d -
Christmas week forecast: What to expect for the holiday week
A blast of winter weather is threatening to freeze holiday travelers in their tracks with snow, ice and bitter cold. Millions in the Northeast are dealing with a bitter blast of winter with ...NBC News - 4d
