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Takeaways From a Times Correspondent’s Return to Afghanistan
Here’s what he found.The New York Times - 48m -
Bruno Fernandes and the problem of being captain if you keep getting sent off | Simon Burnton
Manchester United midfielder is actually more disciplined this term but unique demands of job keep him in line of fire. Against Leicester on Boxing Day Virgil van Dijk took to 50 the number of ...The Guardian - 15h -
The Refused Pass That Sums Up Manchester City’s Problems
Pep Guardiola’s side attempted 683 passes against Everton, but one moment revealed the tensions that are gnawing at them.The New York Times - 15h -
Last-Minute Bargain Hunters Raised Holiday Retail Sales Over 2023
Mastercard found online retail spending during the holiday grew by 6.7 percent over last year.Inc. - 18h -
As Retailers Offered Holiday Discounts, Shoppers Showed Up
Total spending from Nov. 1 through Dec. 24 rose 3.8 percent, data released by Mastercard SpendingPulse showed.The New York Times - 1d -
Nvidia sees 'remarkable' influx of retail investor dollars as traders flock to AI darling
Everyday traders bought nearly $30 billion of Nvidia shares on net this year, Vanda data shows.CNBC - 2d -
What to know about returning unwanted holiday gifts
The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.CBS News - 15h -
What is gold's relationship to the U.S. dollar?
The dollar doesn't have an official relationship with gold, but it's one of many factors influencing the price.CBS News - 17h -
Weather impact on holiday travelers returning home
Across the country, some major airports face weather delays as Christmas travelers head home. With storms sweeping the South, Texas is expected to be hit the hardest. CBS News correspondent Skyler ...CBS News - 19h -
‘Russian nesting doll’ of problems tops worst US ETF list
One offering from Defiance added structural flaws on to a leveraged bitcoin ETF play, according to MorningstarFinancial Times - 1d -
Fresh off HS title, Bridgewater returning to Lions
Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is coming out of retirement and signed with the Lions, coach Dan Campbell confirmed Thursday.ESPN - 1d -
Virginia toy library offers an eco-friendly solution to a common problem
The Toy Nest in Falls Church, Virginia, is a toy library that works on a membership program. The moms who buy-in say it allows them to cut down on toy waste, while saving money and adding variety. ...CBS News - 1d -
Retailers, chains that announced closures in 2024
It was another tough year for restaurants and traditional brick-and-mortar retailers. Several national chains announced closures and bankruptcies in 2024 – not to mention the local small businesses ...The Hill - 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 -
US retail’s multibillion-dollar returns problem
Processing the increasing mountain of unwanted, used or damaged goods is hitting profitsFinancial Times - 1d -
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Boom in US retail real estate defies prediction of ecommerce apocalypse
Availability of outdoor shopping centre space is at its lowest in nearly two decadesFinancial Times - 2d -
Outnumbered star on returning: 'I cried of happiness'
Tyger Drew-Honey, Daniel Roche and Ramona Marquez on reviving their roles as the Brockman siblings.BBC News - 2d -
Rodgers on potential Jets return: 'Ask Woody'
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers offered an unusually curt response Tuesday when asked about Jets owner Woody Johnson -- boosting the perception of a rift between them.ESPN - 2d -
Nvidia sees ‘remarkable’ influx of retail investor dollars as traders flock to AI darling
Nvidia is on pace to dethrone Tesla, the retail investor favorite that earned the most-bought title last year.NBC News - 2d -
What Keeps Us Going
Times Opinion staffers share how they escaped it all this year.The New York Times - 2d -
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Zion eyeing return to full practice next week
Zion Williamson (hamstring) is expected to return to full practice next week, while Brandon Ingram (ankle) will be reexamined in around two weeks.ESPN - 3d -
Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders 26 years later
The show's producer says the reason for Bates' mysterious return will be revealed "in the coming weeks".BBC News - 3d -
Pelicans star Zion Williamson nearing return from lengthy hamstring injury
Zion Williamson is now considered “week-to-week” after going down with a hamstring injury in early November.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Steelers' Pickens set to return after 3 games out
Steelers wide receiver George Pickens is off the injury report and set to play in Wednesday's game against the Chiefs.ESPN - 3d -
Mouse problem compounds Manchester United’s Old Trafford woes
Rodent sightings cause club’s food hygiene rating to tumble at century-old stadium already afflicted by roof leaks . While matchday punters pay huge sums to see their heroes, it seems rodents have ...The Guardian - 3d -
How e-commerce is disrupting traditional seasonal work in retail
Online shopping sales reached a record $41.1 billion this holiday season. The shift to e-commerce has continued to transform the seasonal work landscape.CNBC - 3d -
'Returnuary' — after the peak shopping season comes the busiest return month of the year
After this season's peak shopping days, retailers expect their return rate to be 17% higher, on average, than usual.CNBC - 3d -
Will Trump’s tariff threats protect the dollar’s dominance?
Brics nations’ plan to create rival to greenback is bound to fail even without president-elect’s measures. In 2023, the leaders of Brazil and the other Brics countries at the time – China, India, ...The Guardian - 3d -
Small retail investors hold about 9.5% of bitcoin. Here’s why that doesn’t tell the full story.
Here’s your comprehensive road map for tracking the footprint of retail investors across bitcoin’s $2 trillion market cap.MarketWatch - 3d -
Stock market will find it hard to rally unless the dollar and bonds calm down
Stocks rose to kick off a holiday-shortened week on Monday, but the bond market and the U.S. dollar will likely need to cooperate for the equities rally to resume in smooth fashion.MarketWatch - 3d -
Haaland's return - FPL tips & team of the week
Will Boxing Day bring a reversal of fortunes for Manchester City? Thomas Woods thinks so, with three players in the team of the week including big-money Erling Haaland.BBC News - 4d -
Gaetz 'has a real problem here,' former Ethics chairman says
Lawmakers and officials react to Gaetz ethics report releaseABC News - 4d -
Netanyahu wants to return Israel to Oct. 6 and his judicial coup
Netanyahu and Justice Minister Yariv Levin are steadily returning Israel to the Oct. 6, 2023 state of affairs, whereby Israel was in a state of near-civil war.The Hill - 4d -
Bangladesh asks India to return ousted leader Sheikh Hasina
Request likely to heighten tensions between Dhaka and New Delhi already raised by toppling of former prime ministerFinancial Times - 4d -
Kremlin denies reports Asma al-Assad is seeking divorce and a return to London
UK-born wife of ousted Syrian leader is a divisive figure around world and, like her husband, is under sanctions . The Kremlin has denied Turkish media reports suggesting that Asma al-Assad, the ...The Guardian - 4d -
Nordstrom to go private in $6.25 billion deal with founding family, Mexican retailer
Nordstrom on Monday announced it will become a private company after it agreed to a buyout deal valued at roughly $6.25 billion from Nordstrom’s founding family and Mexican department store El ...NBC News - 4d -
Nordstrom Family Reaches $4 Billion Deal to Take Retailer Private
The department-store chain agreed to be acquired by members of the founding family and Mexican retailer El Puerto de Liverpool.The Wall Street Journal - 4d
