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Lindsey Vonn Is Returning to Skiing. What Her Comeback Reveals About Ageism at Work
Vonn’s comeback offers a clear lesson for business leaders about the dangers of age-based assumptions.Inc. - 6h -
The obsession with the 'hot assassin' reveals a disturbing truth about celebrity culture | Vanessa Friedman
The folk hero status sometimes accorded to those charged with serious crimes means the victims and the violence can be forgotten. From the moment the world saw the smiling, unmasked face of the ...The Guardian - 7h -
What Prince William’s Chat With Trump May Reveal About UK Diplomacy
A meeting between President-elect Donald J. Trump and Prince William showed Britain’s hope that the Windsors could help safeguard relations with Washington.The New York Times - 15h -
The Internet’s Obsession With Luigi Mangione Signals a Major Shift
On Monday, police arrested Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old app developer, in connection with the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Online reaction to his apprehension reveals a new form ...Wired - 2d -
Fetterman calls for Trump hush money pardon in first Truth Social post
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) called for President-elect Trump to be pardoned in his New York hush money case in the senator's first Truth Social post, which he sent Tuesday. “The Trump hush money ...The Hill - 1d -
Hearing for Trump assassination attempt suspect in Florida
A status hearing is being held Wednesday for Ryan Routh, the man accused of trying to assassinate Donald Trump in a September incident at Trump International Golf Club in Florida. CBS News national ...CBS News - 1d -
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How broad presidential pardons might help us get to the truth
President Biden's pardons for his son and other powerful individuals could potentially lead to the truth coming out, as they would remove the Fifth Amendment privilege from those individuals and ...The Hill - 1d -
As Syrians celebrate, IS watches closely
The last time Assad’s power was challenged, the Islamic State group filled the vacuumBBC News - 1d -
Obsessed with: Vancouver’s top-quality — and inexpensive — sushi
The city is a sushi-lover’s paradise, and the salmon rolls and sashimi punch well above their priceFinancial Times - 1d -
Nikki Giovanni’s poetry was a platform for truth-telling
There was a directness and urgency in her spoken and written voice but she could be mischievous and funny too. • Nikki Giovanni, acclaimed poet of the Black Arts Movement, dies aged 81 . Nikki ...The Guardian - 2d -
Assassin's Creed Unity Bends History As Ubisoft Celebrates Notre Dame's Reopening
This year marks the 10th anniversary of Assassin's Creed Unity , the eighth game in Ubisoft's long-running franchise. The game was set in Paris during the French Revolution in the late 18th ...GameSpot - 2d -
Daniel Penny’s acquittal reveals ‘double standard’ about white vigilante crime
In longstanding pattern in the US, white killers are celebrated and Black victims denigrated, experts say. On Monday, Daniel Penny, a 26-year-old white man, was acquitted of all charges related ...The Guardian - 2d -
Minister criticises 'cultures of silence' after Gregg Wallace claims
The culture secretary said she was "prepared to take further action" against claims of misconduct.BBC News - 2d -
NFL Power Rankings: A great record is masking some ugly Chiefs truths
Kansas City keeps winning by the slimmest of margins, Josh Allen is marching towards an MVP, and the Vikings are right on the Lions' tail in the NFC North.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump suspect requests delay of attempted assassination trial
Public defenders for Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President-elect Trump at one of his Florida golf courses, asked a federal judge to delay his criminal trial over an ...The Hill - 3d -
Cheney responds to Trump jail threat: ‘Here’s the truth’
Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) responded to President-elect Trump’s threat that he would throw members who sat on the House committee that investigated rioting at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, ...The Hill - 3d -
Trump assassination attempts probe leaders concerned over Secret Service "culture of silence"
Reps. Mike Kelly and Jason Crow, the bipartisan leaders of the task force that probed the assassination attempts against President-elect Donald Trump, say found a troubling culture of silence in ...CBS News - 4d -
Man dies and two hurt in west London 'disturbance'
London Ambulance Service said a man died at the scene and two were taken to major trauma centres.BBC News - 4d -
Lord of the ringtones: Nokia celebrates pop-culture status by opening design archive
The mobile phones we loved then lost are honoured by an online archive which reveals history of bestselling brand. “Everyone remembers their first Nokia,” says Mark Mason, who joined the telecoms ...The Guardian - 4d -
Tarot, tarantulas and TikTok: exploring our long obsession with predicting the future
A new exhibition at Oxford’s Bodleian Libraries examines the enduring appeal of divination. In Cameroon, the Mambila people practise a specific form of divination that will have arachnophobes ...The Guardian - 5d -
Syria’s ‘Frozen Conflict’ Is Now Red Hot
When equilibriums are disrupted, chaos can ensue.The New York Times - 5d -
What Did Kash Patel, Trump’s FBI Pick, Do at Truth Social?
Mr. Patel was directly involved in building a case that two co-founders of Trump Media & Technology mismanaged the debut of Truth Social in 2022. He was paid about $130,000 as a consultant.The New York Times - 6d -
CeeDee Lamb injury: Cowboys star reveals status for Bengals game, opens up about drops without Dak Prescott
Lamb feels his shoulder injury won't impact him as he looks to go play-for-play with Cincinnati's Ja'Marr ChaseCBS Sports - 6d -
The UC Berkeley Project That Is the AI Industry's Obsession
Chatbot Arena ranks the world’s best AI models on a leaderboard based on user voting in head-to-head competitions between bots.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
What Linda McMahon’s Business Background Reveals About How She Would Run Education
Linda McMahon’s experience running the WWE and the SBA offer a preview of the leadership style she would bring to the Department of Education.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
Assassin's Creed Mirage: Launch Trailer
In Assassin’s Creed Mirage, you are Basim, a cunning street thief with nightmarish visions, seeking answers and justice. After an act of deadly retribution, Basim flees Baghdad and joins an ancient ...GameSpot - Dec. 4 -
Armband message one of truth & inclusivity - Guehi
Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi says his 'Jesus loves you' message on his rainbow armband is one of "truth and love and inclusivity".BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Rap scene 'needs to know' about South Asian culture
South Asian rapper Sliime has seen his new track Bengali make its way on to the 1Xtra playlist.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Watch: 'Deeply disturbed' South Koreans react
People in Seoul express anxiety and confusion following the president's now-rescinded martial law order.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Graham calls Hegseth allegations ‘very disturbing’
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said allegations against Pete Hegseth of sexual assault and other misconduct, some stemming from his time atop two veterans groups, are “very disturbing” and are making ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Monsters obsessed him as a child. Now Robert Eggers is about to unleash his own 'Nosferatu'
Remaking the immortal silent horror classic, the director of "The Witch" and "The Lighthouse" is finally ready to share his longtime passion project.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 3 -
Design nerds are obsessed with Architectural Pottery. A new Pomona exhibition and book show why
The American Museum of Ceramic Art in Pomona showcases more than 200 examples of the original midcentury pottery that inspired a million knockoffs.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 3 -
Georgia’s moment of truth: Protesters demand Western path not Russian past
The ruling party denies any Russian link, but its actions raise questions about Georgia's path to the EU.BBC News - Dec. 2 -
Follow the Lights to Miami’s Hot New Neighborhoods
Little River and MiMo, both once off travelers’ radar, capture the creative flavor of the city.The New York Times - Dec. 2 -
Target’s Hot Santa Ads Join ‘Hot Frosty’ in Spiced Up Holidays
A new series of ads from Target features Kris K., a “weirdly hot” version of the beloved character, continuing a trend of spicing up holiday favorites.The New York Times - Nov. 28
