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Commentary: What 'Babygirl' gets right and wrong about kink, according to a sex expert
Warning: The following contains spoilers from the movie "Babygirl."Los Angeles Times - 3d -
I've seen Gavin & Stacey but I can't tell anyone what happens
Gavin & Stacey returns to our screens on Christmas Day for one final time - and I've seen it.BBC News - 3d -
Five things you might not know about snow
Did you know that snow is not white? Or that it falls at three miles an hour? Sarah Keith-Lucas has these facts and more.BBC News - 4d -
Storms bring dangerous surf conditions on the West Coast
A wharf in Santa Cruz, California, partially collapsed Monday, sending three workers inspecting the wharf into the ocean. At least one person was killed in a separate incident and two others are ...CBS News - 4d -
NYC Subway Fire: What We Know About the Fatal Burning of a Woman
The woman, who has not been identified, died after a man set her on fire on an F train on Sunday morning. The police have charged a man from Guatemala with murder and arson.The New York Times - 4d -
‘Squid Game’ returns. Here’s what else is worth streaming from Netflix, Disney and more in December 2024.
‘Squid Game’ is back, plus ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’ and a ‘Dexter’ prequel highlight a slow month. Plus, here are the best series of the year, and recommendations for best escapist shows.MarketWatch - 4d -
Meet the Cabinet: What to know about Pam Bondi, Trump’s pick for attorney general
President-elect Donald Trump nominated former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to lead the Justice Department. NBC News campaign embed Alex Tabet takes a look at Bondi’s career and how she might ...NBC News - 4d -
We were warned: First term aides told us about Trump’s governing style
Trump's chaotic governing style, characterized by rapid turnover of aides, short attention span, and an inability to read briefing books, has been described as akin to a toddler's, and his ...The Hill - 4d -
What to know about FSA, HSA and maximizing contributions
Americans who still have money in their Flexible Spending Account have until Dec. 31 to spend it before they lose it. CBS News contributor Javier David discusses tips on contributing to an FSA and ...CBS News - 4d -
NASA's solar probe flies closer to the sun than any human-made object ever
NASA's Parker Solar Probe is expected to make a fiery dive close to the solar surface on the morning of Christmas Eve.NBC News - 4d -
Starbucks strike grows as workers demand higher pay and better conditions
Starbucks baristas in 12 cities are on strike, demanding higher wages and better working conditions.The walkouts come just days before Christmas, with workers speaking out against the company's ...CBS News - 4d -
Ruben Amorim tells Marcus Rashford to show leadership at Manchester United
Long-serving players have ‘big responsibility’ says coach Rashford is still keen to play for United, insists Amorim Ruben Amorim says Marcus Rashford has a “big responsibility” to help ...The Guardian - 4d -
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BYD construction site in Brazil shut over ‘slavery-like’ conditions
More than 160 Chinese nationals were found living in ‘degrading’ conditions and working excessive hours. Business live – latest updates Brazilian authorities have halted the construction of a ...The Guardian - 4d -
If You’re Worried About the Future of Our Country, Do Something About It
Involvement in issues beyond the immediate scope of one’s personal life and work, undertaken for the greater good, is more important than ever.The New York Times - 4d -
Questions Emerge About Data Used by China to Defend Against Doping Allegations
China and the World Anti-Doping Agency say that positive tests for a banned drug among elite Chinese swimmers were a result of unwitting contamination. But the science behind that assertion is not ...The New York Times - 4d -
Have a bitcoin-obsessed brother-in-law? Here’s what to tell him this Christmas.
If you think booming bitcoin was the best investment of 2024, think again.MarketWatch - 4d -
Brazil shuts BYD factory site over 'slavery' conditions
More than 160 workers have been rescued, according to local prosecutors.BBC News - 4d -
What time are the NFL Christmas games and when does Beyoncé perform?
What time does it start? Why Netflix? And when does Beyoncé start? We (mostly) have the answers. The NFL Christmas games are taking place on, you guessed it, Christmas. And if you’re anything like ...The Guardian - 4d -
I’m ashamed of what I said about Blake Lively. Her allegations should shock us all | Laura Snapes
A complaint filed by the actor against her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni paints a disturbing picture – and suggests the public is far too easily fooled . “She’s really giving throwback ...The Guardian - 4d -
US chiefs are leaving the corner office in record numbers
Soaring stock markets have allowed company leaders to cash out rather than deal with turmoil in 2025Financial Times - 4d -
NFL Power Rankings entering Week 17: Should a loss change what we think about the Eagles?
The Eagles had the NFL's longest winning streak before Sunday.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Aaron Rodgers muses about being released "by a teenager"
With Tuesday being Christmas Eve, Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers made his weekly visit with Pat McAfee and company a day earlier than usual.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
What to know from every game: Big questions, key performances and what it all means
NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each game. Here's what we learned from Week 16.ESPN - 4d -
Northern Lights: The aurora that dazzled us in 2024
There has been lots of aurora activity seen in the UK this year and there is likely to be even more in the coming year.BBC News - 4d -
What is neijuan, and why is China worried about it?
The buzzword – which went viral after a student was filmed working on his laptop while riding his bicycle – reflects a mix of competitiveness and hopelessness amid China’s slowing economy. On the ...The Guardian - 5d -
The US town where it's the law to own a gun
Kennesaw, Georgia became the first American town to require people to own a gun in the 1980s.BBC News - 5d -
Here's what to know about the Corporate Transparency Act ruling
The Corporate Transparency Act, or CTA, requires businesses to register with FINCEN, or face fines. Here's what to know.CBS News - 5d -
Meet the Cabinet: What to know about Chris Wright, Trump’s pick for secretary of energy
President-elect Donald Trump announced Chris Wright, chairman and CEO of Liberty Energy, as his choice to be his secretary of energy. NBC News campaign embed Alex Tabet takes a look into Wright’s ...NBC News - 5d -
Who's who in the 'It Ends With Us' controversy
Inside Blake Lively's legal complaint against her 'It Ends With Us' co-star and director Justin Baldoni: Who's who and what you need to know.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
What to know about holiday travel before Christmas Day
Denver International Airport is prepared to receive Americans hoping to travel for the holidays. CBS News Colorado's Ashley Portillo has more on what's expected for those traveling this season.CBS News - 5d -
Matt Gaetz accused of paying for sex and using drugs by US congressional panel
Explosive report alleges Donald Trump’s former nominee for attorney-general also had sex with an underage girlFinancial Times - 5d -
Greenland again tells Trump it is not for sale
It comes after the US president-elect repeated comments he made in 2019 that he would like to purchase the territory.BBC News - 5d -
What to know about Mangione not-guilty plea on state charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, entered a not-guilty plea at his arraignment on New York state murder and terrorism charges Monday. CBS News ...CBS News - 5d -
US targets China with probe into semiconductor industry
The White House on Monday launched a new probe into China's semiconductor industry as the Biden administration continues to take more aggressive action against Chinese technology out of national ...The Hill - 5d -
On Chrismukkah, What’s an Interfaith Family to Do?
The two holidays will converge for the first time since 2005. For some, celebrating both means “the best blend of the two.”The New York Times - 5d -
Netflix is airing 2 NFL games on Christmas Day. Here's what to know
Netflix will have one of its biggest days since the site launched in 1998 when it carries two NFL games for the first time on ChristmasABC News - 5d -
GameSpot's Top Ten Games Of 2024
GameSpot brings you our staff picks for the best 10 games of 2024. Timestamps: 00:00 Astro Bot 03:30 Balatro 06:15 Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree 08:25 Helldivers 2 10:55 Indiana Jones and The ...GameSpot - 5d -
With Jalen Hurts’ health in question, Eagles need to worry about more than passing game
“A lot of things we do in our run game is designed with Jalen,” Saquon Barkley said. “It’s kind of hard to continue to run the same stuff when he’s not in there."Yahoo Sports - 5d -
What Is It About the Doechii Aesthetic?
Intentionally visible face tape, braids as scalp-to-scalp tethers: Recent looks by the Grammy-nominated rapper have inspired fascination and at least one nail-art tribute.The New York Times - Dec. 21
