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Netanyahu Finally Takes the Stand in His Corruption Trial
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is accused of bribery, fraud and breach of trust in a trial that began four years ago. He has denied the charges.The New York Times - 1d -
Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp outage ‘99%’ resolved, says Meta
Social media firm apologises to those affected by blackout on Wednesday, after more than 100,000 complaints. Meta has said it is “99% of the way there” in solving a social media blackout with its ...The Guardian - 7h -
Will TikTok be banned in January? Here's where things stand as deadline nears
You may not be able to doomscroll on TikTok much longer unless the social media company finds a way to stop a new law from going into effect.The Hill - 8h -
The case for a global defence bank
Transformative solutions are required to overhaul procurement and expand the pool of available capitalFinancial Times - 14h -
Badenoch stands by Nigeria comments after criticism
Nigerian Vice-President Kashim Shettima has accused the Tory leader of denigrating her country of origin.BBC News - 14h -
The 10 best global albums of 2024
DJ Love celebrated car horns, Kenyan metalhead Lord Spikeheart traversed trap and doom, while 82-year-old Milton Nascimento joined forces with Esperanza Spalding. • More on the best music of 2024 ...The Guardian - 14h -
The global players in Syria before and after Assad
Global powers who have been involved in the 13-year civil war have a vested interest after Assad's fall.BBC News - 1d -
Should you cook with black plastic utensils?
We asked experts if black plastic cooking utensils are dangerous and what you should be using instead.NBC News - 1d -
Australia Signs Security and Economic Treaty With Nauru
In return for financial support, the Pacific island nation of Nauru pledged not to enter any security pacts without Australia’s assent.The New York Times - 1d -
Five things to look out for in the Welsh budget
Spending plans are to be unveiled by Mark Drakeford, but a deal needs to be struck to make them pass.BBC News - 2d -
Omnicom Will Buy Interpublic, Creating Global Ad Giant
The combined agency will be worth over $30 billion once the stock-for-stock deal closes.Inc. - 2d -
‘It is ambitious, but ambition builds the world’: can the Gambia’s bold plan to cut plastic pollution work?
Tourists flock to the country’s dazzling beaches, but its vast, smoking waste sites tell a different story – one that the government is keen to change . Travelling through the Gambia, it is hard to ...The Guardian - 2d -
Global green subsidy race draws investor attention
Europe, the US and China are vying to be the most attractive destination for investment in sustainabilityFinancial Times - 3d -
These 3 Things Are Standing in the Way of a Global Plastics Treaty
Global plastic pollution talks have stalled—but a treaty is possible if countries can agree on finances, the proper regulation of dangerous ingredients, and set limits on production.Wired - 3d -
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Reminiscing on the Way Hockey Used to Be
From baggy nets to blue undershirts, there are artifacts from the N.H.L.’s ancient days that bring back the nostalgia.The New York Times - 5d -
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More than 400 chemicals in plastic products linked to breast cancer – study
Exposure to these toxic compounds, found in everyday items, could be elevating cancer risk in young women. More than 400 chemicals regularly used in everyday plastic products are linked to breast ...The Guardian - 5d -
Source: UCLA fires Bieniemy; IU's Sunseri on way
UCLA, which ranked 126th nationally in scoring this season, has fired offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy after just one season, a source confirmed to ESPN.ESPN - 6d -
What would DeSantis stand to gain as defense secretary?
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is in the mix to be President-elect Donald Trump's next defense secretary pick should Pete Hegseth withdraw. Political strategists Mariel Sáez and Erin Perrine join ...CBS News - 6d -
Lululemon has a problem in the U.S., but here’s one thing that’s going its way
Overseas sales jump 33% and boost Lululemon’s bottom line.MarketWatch - 6d -
The Thing: Remastered Review - Cold Fear
For my money, there isn't a better horror monster than The Thing's shape-shifting alien organism. Even 42 years later, Rob Bottin's practical effects are still incredible, capturing each freakish ...GameSpot - 6d -
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A dangerous stand-off in Georgia
Protesters fear a Russia-leaning government has closed the door to the EUFinancial Times - 6d -
Regulators sign off on new global rules for insurers
Rules will not require insurance companies to set aside more capital but could raise their reporting costsFinancial Times - 6d -
Pupils inspire switch from single-use plastics
Five schools now use reusable pudding pots after the children wrote letters raising their concerns.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
How To Get Fortnite XP In The Fastest Way Possible
It may seem like players in the Fortnite community are always collectively up in arms about something--and that's because they pretty much always are. The object of this week's ire is the way that ...GameSpot - Dec. 4 -
Five things we learned from the Scottish Budget
Scrapping the two-child cap and changes to tax thresholds are among plans for the next financial year.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Search under way for woman believed trapped in sinkhole
Elizabeth Pollard was searching for her missing cat when it is thought she fell into the sink hole, police say.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Naeher stands tall, ends USWNT career with win
Lynn Williams scored the go-ahead goal in the 71st minute and Alyssa Naeher made six saves in her final match as the United States defeated the Netherlands 2-1 in The Hague on Tuesday.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
3 ways seniors can lower their credit card debt in 2025
If you're a senior with high-rate credit card debt, it helps to start exploring these three options now, before 2025.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Self-made billionaire: You need to understand 3 things to lead a successful life—even 'couch potatoes' can use them
Success isn't always about money, according to Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio — it's about understanding what you want, and devising a plan to get it.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
US blasts countries that ‘stood in the way of progress to protect their profits’ over collapsed plastic talks
The White House criticized a group of oil-rich countries as well as corporations who make money from plastic production in a new statement after global talks for a treaty to reduce plastic waste ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
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'It wasn't perfect,' but Broncos find way to wild win
In a game that featured two interceptions returned for touchdowns by the hosts, the Denver Broncos spoiled career-best performances by Cleveland quarterback Jameis Winston and receiver Jerry Jeudy, ...ESPN - Dec. 3 -
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An extraordinary global economy will require extraordinary agility
Policymakers need to adjust their approaches including through pre-emptive negotiations with the incoming US administrationFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Starbucks plastic cup investigation shows recycling reality
CBS News tracked plastic cups meant to be recycled by Starbucks and found that most of those did not end up at recycling facilities. CBS News' David Schechter breaks down the investigation's findings.CBS News - Dec. 2 -
5 things to know about Kash Patel
President-elect Trump on Saturday nominated longtime ally Kash Patel to lead the FBI, tapping a figure who has pledged to reform the bureau. In doing so, Trump signaled his plan to remove FBI ...The Hill - Dec. 2 -
Saudi Arabia Leads Pushback Against Global Plastic Treaty
Delegates from more than 170 countries are working to salvage a treaty that would tackle the growing problem of plastic pollution.The New York Times - Nov. 30