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Lions working to hire Morton as OC, sources say
The Lions are working to hire Denver Broncos pass game coordinator John Morton as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.ESPN - 1d -
Which Says Luxury: Specialty Work or Gobs of Gems?
Brands still pile on the glitter, but skills such as enamel and miniature work have become the real distinguishing characteristics of high-end watches.The New York Times - 2d -
Carving Gems Is This Jeweler’s Passion
Recently, Naomi Sarna has been working on a grapefruit-size sculpture of a Siamese fighting fish, coaxing it from a piece of blue chalcedony.The New York Times - 2d -
Nick Cave says work repelled him after death of sons
The singer and writer says he still works "very, very hard" but finds joy from his family.BBC News - 2d -
Unpaid internship access 'unfair' to working class, students say
New research says internship opportunities increasingly favour those from a middle class background.BBC News - 5d -
Morgan Stanley CEO Ted Pick says bank will work with U.S. regulators on offering crypto
Morgan Stanley, a juggernaut in the wealth management industry, has been repeatedly ahead of its peers when it comes to crypto.CNBC - 5d -
For drag queen talk show host Delta Work, the phrase 'luxury public access' is more than a manifesto
On Thursday, Delta is celebrating her birthday and her podcast's 2025 kickoff with an installment of 'Very Delta Live' at Hamburger Mary's in Long Beach.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
Trump says China controls the Panama Canal — but here's how it really works
Experts dispute President Donald Trump’s claims that the Panama Canal is controlled by China and overcharging U.S. ships.NBC News - 5d -
Flow Specialty launches the 1st AI insurance broker
Flow Specialty, a specialty commercial brokerage, is announcing the industry’s first AI insurance broker. The brokerage’s platformless AI model has passed RPLU certification exams for the Cyber, ...VentureBeat - 6d -
Adams says he’s ‘here to work with’ Trump
New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) told Tucker Carlson that he’s “here to work with” President Trump following a meeting between the two politicians days before Trump’s inauguration. Adams told ...The Hill - 6d -
Days Gone Dev Reacts To Game Cancellation, Says It Still Has "Cool Shit" In The Works
Recently, Sony confirmed that it had canceled a live-service game that was in the works at Days Gone developer Bend Studio . A developer at the studio has now responded to the news, thanking fans ...GameSpot - Jan. 21 -
Specialty Coffee Shops and Parisian Cafes
The city’s traditional cafes and bistros are staking out their cultural territory in an emerging duel against highly caffeinated upstarts serving up latte art.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
Coco Gauff says she has more work to do after losing to Badosa at the Australian Open. Zverev wins
Coco Gauff has lost in the Australian Open quarterfinals to Paula Badosa 7-5, 6-4ABC News - Jan. 21 -
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Former Kanye West home and architectural gem bought by investors survives California fires
An architectural gem in Malibu that was purchased, gutted, and then ditched by rapper Kanye West has survived the deadly California wildfires.MarketWatch - Jan. 20 -
Working from home not proper work, says ex-Asda boss
Lord Rose says it harms productivity but expert says hybrid work can be as good as full-time in the office.BBC News - Jan. 20 -
TikTok Starts Working Again After Trump Says He Will Stall a Ban
Some users saw the social media app come back online on Sunday, following a shutdown when a federal law went into effect requiring a sale or ban.The New York Times - Jan. 19 -
The CEO of Target Says 1 Key Question Identifies Highly Effective Leaders. Here’s Why It Works So Well
Recruiting is great. But isn’t it even better to find great leaders and promote from within?Inc. - Jan. 18 -
I worked for a well-known company 40 years ago, which has been taken over several times. How do I find my pension?
“This company has been acquired by other companies a number of times over the years.”MarketWatch - Jan. 17 -
Luxury’s ‘America first’ moment
Flush stock market investors and newly-minted crypto bros have clearly been busy with festive shoppingFinancial Times - Jan. 17 -
Why ’Succession’-style ‘quiet luxury’ may need to go away to revive luxury goods
Winning back shoppers and reviving the luxury-goods industry’s sales will depend in part on ditching the plain, understated tones of the “quiet luxury” trend, BofA analysts said.MarketWatch - Jan. 16 -
Biden, Trump teams worked 'hand in hand' on Gaza deal, outgoing ambassador says
President-elect Trump's and President Biden’s teams worked “hand in hand” for a hostage and ceasefire in Gaza deal, according to U.S. Ambassador to Israel Jack Lew. In the wake of November's ...The Hill - Jan. 16 -
Senate Whip John Barrasso says GOP to "work around the clock" to get Trump's nominees confirmed
As some of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks are set to begin confirmation hearings this week, Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that ...CBS News - Jan. 12 -
As Wildfire Flames Consume Architectural Gems, a Hit to ‘Old California’
The historic ranch house of Will Rogers and an important residence by Ray Kappe were destroyed by the fires, which threaten L.A.’s spectacular design legacy.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Italy’s luxury wineries rely on illegal migrant workers
Barolo, Barbaresco and other high-end wines made in Langhe region grapple with dependence on undocumented labourersFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
Trump says he's working on arranging a meeting with Putin
President-elect Trump said Thursday he's working to set up a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. "He wants to meet. And we’re setting it up," Trump told Fox News's Peter Doocy at ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
Working Well: Saying no is hard, but setting boundaries can improve your health
Setting boundaries at work can be trickyABC News - Jan. 9 -
As Art Sales Fall, Christie’s and Sotheby’s Pivot to Luxury
With both supply and demand for big-ticket art in a slump, Sotheby’s and Christie’s are making major bets on selling handbags, classic cars and niche experiences.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Eames House, arboretum and other L.A. cultural gems threatened by fire: status updates
The latest updates from the L.A. County Arboretum, Villa Aurora and more as wildfires continue to damage or threaten cultural institutions across a vast expanse of Southern California.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 8 -
British luxury carmaker Rolls-Royce says super rich fueling a demand boom for bespoke models
BMW-owned Rolls Royce Motor Cars, like other luxury car brands, has seen an uptick in demand for bespoke and complex car models in recent months.CNBC - Jan. 8 -
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Thai police say Chinese actor was trafficked to Myanmar to work in a scam operation
Thai police say a Chinese actor who disappeared and was found near the border of Myanmar in an area where online scam networks operate was a victim of human traffickingABC News - Jan. 8 -
Kamala Harris says Jimmy Carter's "works will echo for generations to come"
Vice President Kamala Harris delivered a eulogy for former President Jimmy Carter at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. She discussed his legacy as president and his extraordinary work redefining what it ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
These 3 talking heads worked at Fox Sports and have something to say about Skip Bayless, Joy Taylor lawsuit
The three sports talk voices, who all once worked at Fox Sports, discuss a hairstylist's lawsuit against Skip Bayless, Joy Taylor and Charlie Dixon.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7 -
Oshkosh launches EV and other tech for specialty vehicles with safety, quiet and cleanliness in mind
At CES 2025, Oshkosh launched a number of specialty vehicles with better electric power, safety, quiet and cleanliness.VentureBeat - Jan. 7 -
Mel Shapiro, Director Whose Specialty Was John Guare, Dies at 89
He directed the playwright’s “The House of Blue Leaves,” and they helped turn “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” into a hit musical.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
Meet Gem the cocker spaniel – the face of UK pet cloning
Commercial animal cloning is banned in the UK, so Gemini Genetics in Shropshire freezes cells bound for the US. At first glance, Gem is simply a very happy spaniel. With a plush toy in her mouth, ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
‘There will be a bit of a slump’: London braced for luxury hotel glut
Biggest number of room openings in more than a decade prompts concerns about oversupply and price cutsFinancial Times - Jan. 4 -
To be successful in 2025, a therapist says do these 5 things: It works 'any time of year'
To shift from ineffective resolutions to meaningful manifesting any time of year, says psychotherapist Chamin Ajjan, follow these practical tips.CNBC - Jan. 3 -
Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy call remote work a 'Covid-era privilege.' Economists say it's here to stay
Economists say the work-from-home trend, which was widespread during the pandemic, won't diminish to its pre-Covid level because it's profitable for employers.CNBC - Jan. 2