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The New Jersey Drone Mystery May Not Actually Be That Mysterious
A flurry of drone sightings across New Jersey and New York has sparked national intrigue and US government responses. But experts are pouring cold water on America’s hottest new conspiracy theory.Wired - 5h -
What Billionaire Frank McCourt Would Actually Do With TikTok
Frank McCourt says his bid for TikTok is part of a broader mission to move millions of people to healthier online platforms. “I compare this to large-scale, human physical migration.”Wired - 13h -
Larry Hogan says he also spotted drones
Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) said he saw drones outside of his home Thursday night, adding to reports of sightings in New Jersey, New York and a U.S. air base in Germany. “Last night, ...The Hill - 6h -
Democrats Argue That the 2024 Election Actually Had Its Bright Spots
Some leaders have begun to put a sunnier spin on the November outcome by pointing to down-ballot victories — a possible sign that Democrats may not tear down their party after all.The New York Times - 9h -
One of the rarest freshwater fish in the world spotted in Cambodia
The underwater giants can grow up to 10 feet long and weigh up to 660 pounds, or as heavy as a grand piano.CBS News - 12h -
Details on mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey
There are far more questions than answers about the mysterious drones that have been spotted over New Jersey in recent weeks. The Pentagon said Wednesday they don't appear to be coming from ...CBS News - 1d -
Heat's Butler: 'Actually like it' as rumor mill spins
Jimmy Butler knows there are tons of questions about his future with the Miami Heat. "I actually like it," he said. "It's good to be talked about."ESPN - 2d -
Warriors react to bright lights, brighter floors of NBA Cup
Ahead of Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets, the Golden State Warriors weighed in on the bright lights -- and brighter courts -- that come with the NBA Cup.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Jimmy Butler may be on the trade block, but there's only one team that actually makes sense for him
The Heat are reportedly open to trading ButlerCBS Sports - 2d -
Witcher Actor Says, On Second Thought, He's Not Sure If Geralt Is Actually In Witcher 4
Recently, voice actor Doug Cockle revealed that Geralt would be in The Witcher 4 , but he's now walking back those comments after he was "slapped" by developer CD Projekt Red for saying anything ...GameSpot - 3d -
Poker Cheaters Allegedly Use Tiny Hidden Cameras to Spot Dealt Cards
Several recent schemes were uncovered involving poker players at casinos allegedly using miniature cameras, concealed in personal electronics, to spot cards. Should players everywhere be concerned?Wired - 3d -
Clusters of unidentified drones spotted in New York and New Jersey
FBI investigation under way as residents across US north-east report mysterious aircraft sightings for weeks. A spate of mysterious drone sightings have been reported in New York and ...The Guardian - 4d -
If College Football Playoff actually wants to reward top teams, it should ditch byes for conference champions
The 12-team playoff's greatest flaw was exposed in its first yearCBS Sports - 5d -
Spot-on Palmer earns comeback win for Chelsea in seven-goal thriller at Spurs
It was Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham in microcosm. A couple of steps forward; more in the opposite direction. Where it left the manager was the biggest question as Chelsea roared back from 2-0 down ...The Guardian - 5d -
DNC official defends Hegseth: 'I actually think he's a pretty good guy'
Democratic National Committee (DNC) financial committee member Lindy Li seemingly backed President-elect Trump's Defense secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, a sharp shift away from recent scrutiny the ...The Hill - 5d -
Jeanty, Boise top UNLV to nab MWC title, CFP spot
Ashton Jeanty ran for 209 yards and a touchdown as No. 10 Boise State earned a College Football Playoff spot, beating No. 20 UNLV 21-7 for its second straight Mountain West title.ESPN - 6d -
Power Rankings: Texas moves up, Notre Dame drops seven spots
South Carolina and Texas moved up while Notre Dame dropped, but could the SEC/ACC Challenge and three top games this weekend shake things up again?ESPN - Dec. 6 -
Draw reveals Madrid, Boca, City, Miami CWC spots
Premier League champions Manchester City were drawn with Juventus, Wydad AC and Al Ain on Thursday in Group G for next year's FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.ESPN - Dec. 6 -
33 Viral TikTok Gifts That Are Actually Worth a Look (2024)
We’re testing gadgets that keep showing up in our feeds. Here are the ones that deserve the hype—and would make awesome presents.Wired - Dec. 6 -
What if the UK isn’t actually the sick man of Europe?
Britain’s illness-related inactivity crisis looks increasingly like a mirageFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Who Are You Calling ‘You Guys’? Everyone, Actually.
The story of how a gendered word became a universal pronoun says a lot about how language evolves.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Weekly quiz: Which baby boy's name was knocked off the top spot?
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on in the world over the past seven days?BBC News - Dec. 5 -
With a focus on food, RFK Jr. can actually make America healthier
Kennedy has decried the prevalence of chronic disease and the “mass poisoning” of Americans by their food.The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Best of 2024: Eleven bright spots in classical music during a dark, complicated year
Gustavo Dudamel and the L.A. Phil's 'Das Rheingold.' The Industry's 'Comet/Poppea.' Pacific Opera Project's 'Don Bucefalo.' The year 2024 delivered great moments for classical music.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 5 -
WATCH: Sea otter mom and pup spotted swimming along the California coast
The heartwarming sight of an otter mom and her pup playing and spinning in the water greeted visitors to the Morro Bay Harbor Walk on Tuesday along California's Central Coast.ABC News - Dec. 5 -
From 'Love Actually' to 'Black Doves' with Ben Whishaw, Keira Knightley has your Christmas covered
Keira Knightley starred in one of the most popular Christmas films of the 21st century, the 2003 romantic comedy “Love Actually.”ABC News - Dec. 4 -
There’s No Denying That Carli Lloyd Earned Her Spot in Soccer’s Hall of Fame
The soccer star loved proving critics wrong, but almost no one doubted her place among the sport’s elite, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
FBI investigating possible drones spotted over New Jersey
The FBI says it is investigating a series of possible drone flights that have been spotted across parts of New Jersey at night, dating back weeks. Local police say there's no immediate danger to ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Raskin-Nadler race heats up for top Democratic spot on Judiciary panel
The Democratic battle for the top spot on the House Judiciary Committee is heating up as Congress returns this week to Washington, where Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) is challenging Rep. Jerrold Nadler ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Connolly seeks top spot on Oversight Committee
Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) launched a bid Tuesday to become the top Democrat on the powerful House Oversight and Accountability Committee in the next Congress, a high-profile seat that will be on ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Japan dispatches a plane and navy ship after spotting a Russian submarine
Japan has dispatched a surveillance plane and a navy ship after spotting a Russian submarine off the coast of a southwestern island near TaiwanABC News - Dec. 3 -
Rep. Jamie Raskin vies for top Democratic spot on Judiciary Committee
Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., said he will challenge Rep. Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., for the top Democratic spot on the House Judiciary Committee. NBC News’ Ali Vitali reports on why the ranking member ...NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Go bright or go Gucci? British Muslim men discuss what they wear to Friday prayers
For Muslims, Jummah has always been a time to dress your best, and a new exhibition documents just what that means for the older and younger generations. Every Friday, for eight months, people ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
What does it actually mean when we talk about the American ‘working class’? | Rebecca Solnit
Everyone I asked gave a different definition – and when a concept is so nebulous, it becomes a political cudgel. In the aftermath of the election, the working class was constantly invoked and ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Forget Boomers and Millennials. We Actually Belong to 8 ‘Micro Generations’
A philosopher argues that the usual generational labels are useless and proposes a new system of eight ‘micro generations.’Inc. - Dec. 3 -
Women: TCU jumps eight spots to No. 9
The new AP Top 25 poll is out for women's college basketball. Here's what's ahead for every team in the rankings.ESPN - Dec. 2 -
Woman who vanished from LAX spotted crossing into Mexico, LAPD says
Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said new surveillance video shows Hannah Kobayashi, who vanished from LAX, crossing into Mexico. Officials said there is no evidence to show that Kobayashi is ...NBC News - Dec. 3 -
UConn drops 23 spots in AP poll; Kansas No. 1
Kansas held off Auburn for the No. 1 ranking in the Associated Press Top 25 men's college basketball poll Monday as SEC teams grabbed three of the top four spots and two-time reigning national ...ESPN - Dec. 2 -
11 teams are probably locked into the CFP. How will the 12th spot be decided?
Eleven of the 12 spots in the College Football Playoff are pretty much decided, but at least seven teams have a case for the last spot. Get ready for some arguments.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2 -
Raskin launches challenge to Nadler for top Democratic spot on Judiciary panel
Rep. Jamie Raskin (Md.) launched a bid to be the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee on Monday, challenging Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) for the post on the powerful panel. The ...The Hill - Dec. 2
