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Yes, Kwanzaa Is Made Up. That’s Why It’s Great
There’s something uniquely American in both its wanton borrowing from existing tradition and its naked admission of artificiality.The New York Times - 1d -
Prosecutors in Taiwan Indict Ko Wen-je, Former Presidential Candidate
The prosecutors asserted that Ko Wen-je, a former mayor, took bribes. He and his supporters have maintained that the charges are a political vendetta.The New York Times - 1d -
Mark Cuban tried to invest in Musical.ly before it became TikTok—'I liked it better when it was dances'
Mark Cuban says TikTok is becoming too business-oriented, but there was once a time when he wanted to invest in the company that later became the popular app.CNBC - 1d -
Why Taiwan’s Foxconn, an iPhone Supplier, Is Investing in Texas and Thailand
The Apple supplier has spent millions in the United States, India and Mexico over the past two years to lessen its dependence on China.The New York Times - 1d -
Why Ramaswamy is linking immigration to 90s sitcom characters
Vivek Ramaswamy, a close ally to President-elect Donald Trump, is linking U.S. immigration woes, and the hiring of tech workers overseas, to an apparent American preference for certain 90s sitcom ...CBS News - 12h -
New video shows tornado damage in Texas, Louisiana
At least seven reported tornadoes were confirmed in Texas and Louisiana and more severe weather is expected in the South. CBS News' Kati Weis reports from Houston, and CBS News Bay Area ...CBS News - 13h -
‘I’ve always been very good with money’: Should I put my wife on the title of my home, investment property and my late father’s house?
“If I die and she sells the properties, would she have to pay a lot of capital-gains taxes, especially on the houses we don’t live in?”MarketWatch - 15h -
Investing pros think these stock-market losers are set to rebound in 2025
Also: Technical analysis for trading in shares of Nvidia, how MicroStrategy burns cash, and tips for people with student loans in 2025MarketWatch - 15h -
Multiple tornadoes reported in Texas on Thursday, more severe weather expected this weekend
Parts of southwest Texas saw a handful of tornadoes Thursday that caused some property damage, but no reported serious injuries. More severe storms are in the forecast for the area this weekend. ...CBS News - 16h -
"48 Hours" reports on investigation into South Texas mom's mysterious death
A medical examiner said Maria Muñoz, a mother of two from South Texas, died from a combination of drugs but couldn't determine how they entered her system. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty ...CBS News - 17h -
Why 2025 looks like a great year to retire
The baby-boom generation has landed on its feet — again.MarketWatch - 18h -
Who Are the Houthis and Why Is the U.S. and Israel Attacking Them?
The Iranian-backed militia has launched attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea and against Israel.The New York Times - 1d -
Severe weather hits Texas, Pacific Northwest with flash flooding, power outages
Powerful thunderstorms forced ground stops that delayed dozens of flights at Dallas airports Thursday, while stormy weather downed trees and knocked out power to thousands of customers in Oregon ...CBS News - 1d -
Most bullish Apple analyst gets a little more bullish on AI-enhanced iPhones
Wedbush’s Daniel Ives further boosts price target for Apple on expected holiday iPhone surgeMarketWatch - 1d -
North Texas braces for tornados, flooding and thunderstorms
A wave of storms is hitting the South with most of northeastern Texas and parts of Louisiana under tornado watches. Texas also faces potential hail, flash floods and wind gusts up to 70 miles per ...CBS News - 1d -
These tips for investing in mutual funds and ETFs teach you new portfolio steps
Lessons from 2024 and opportunities for next year.MarketWatch - 1d -
Is gold jewelry considered an investment? Experts weigh in
Gold jewelry can be an investment with careful buying strategies and realistic expectations, experts say.CBS News - 1d -
Why Warriors' second-unit puzzle will be difficult to solve
The Golden State Warriors must solve their second-unit rotation conundrum before it's too late, but there is no simple fix, Monte Poole writes.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Trump is right on tariffs, here's why
The Theory of Second Best suggests that introducing new distortions in an imperfect economy can offset existing distortions. Tariffs on Chinese tractors could be beneficial in preserving American ...The Hill - 1d -
36-year-old self-made millionaire: This is 'my No. 1 investing philosophy'—it's 'a great way to get started'
Wealth with Tess founder Tess Waresmith suggests starting with a portfolio of low-cost index funds before branching out into other assets.CNBC - 1d -
Former Presidential candidate in Taiwan, Ko Wen-je, indicted for corruption
Prosecutors in Taiwan indicted former presidential candidate and Taiwan People’s Party founder Ko Wen-je on corruption charges, accusing him of taking bribes during his time as mayor of Taiwan’s ...ABC News - 2d -
In show of unity, 4 Texas pastors swap congregations
In Midland, Texas, four pastors from different denominations decided to exchange pulpits for one day in order to deliver a message about tolerance and acceptance to their congregations and the ...CBS News - 2d -
Why ‘A Christmas Carol’ Endures
More than 180 years after its publication, “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens is more relevant than ever.The New York Times - 3d -
‘Why are they destroying this?’: the battle for Germany’s Fanprojekte
In Germany Fanprojekte play a crucial social-work role with football fans but a court case in Karlsruhe is threatening their existence. In a section of woodland next to Wildparkstadion, this ...The Guardian - 3d -
Why Harris Dickinson grappled with his 'Babygirl' character
A loose set led to explorations with co-star Nicole Kidman.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Why 2024 was Prince William's 'annus horribilis'
From cancer battles to an ongoing family fallout, it was a testing year. But it also gave a telling glimpse into his approach to leadershipBBC News - 3d -
Elon Musk Is Creating His Own Texas Town. Hundreds Already Live There.
Employees of SpaceX have filed a formal petition to create the city of Starbase. Its first mayor would be a security manager for the company.The New York Times - 3d -
Did Elon Musk kill a bill blocking investments in China to help Tesla?
Democrats have accused the Tesla CEO of influencing the government-funding bill to his own benefit.MarketWatch - 3d -
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 - 4d -
Texas AG sues NCAA over transgender athletes
Texas has sued the NCAA to stop transgender athletes from competing in women's sports across the state or in sports that involve Texas programs.ESPN - 4d -
No Bevo: Texas mascot won't travel to Atlanta
Once again, Bevo will not be making the trip to Atlanta, as the Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl announced Monday that there is not enough room on the sideline in Mercedes Benz-Stadium for the Texas mascot.ESPN - 4d -
Texas attorney general sues NCAA over transgender athletes competing in women's sports
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the NCAA, accusing the association of misleading fans by allowing transgender athletes to participate in women’s events.NBC News - 4d -
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Texas, Florida, Arizona and Idaho likely to gain House seats after 2030 census
Texas, Florida, Arizona and Idaho are likely to gain House seats after the 2030 census, according to consulting firm Election Data Services. A gain of two congressional seats would be seen in Texas ...The Hill - 4d -
Texas AG Paxton sues NCAA for allowing transgender women to compete
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) sued the NCAA on Sunday, accusing the organization of engaging in “false, deceptive, and misleading practices” by allowing transgender women to participate in ...The Hill - 4d -
Apple to see strong Christmas iPhone sales that launch a ‘renaissance of growth’
Apple’s stock heads for another record as Wedbush sees strong holiday sales of new iPhones being the launching pad for a “renaissance of growth.”MarketWatch - 4d -
Texas sues NCAA in latest push to block transgender athletes in women's sports
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the NCAA to block the participation of transgender athletes in women’s sports, arguing that it tricks and misleads fansABC News - 4d -
College Football Playoff quarterfinal schedule, matchups, odds: Texas becomes new title favorite
The Longhorns beat the Tigers 38-24 and now have shorter odds than both Ohio State and Oregon to win it all.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Why Does RFK Jr. Work Out in Jeans?
Frequent images of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and others lifting weights in jeans and boots raise the question of what can be classified as proper gym attire.The New York Times - Dec. 20
